Federal Hill Smokehouse absolutely lives up to the hype. From the moment you walk in, you're…read moregreeted by a welcoming atmosphere and the incredible aroma of authentic barbecue. The meats were perfectly smoked tender, juicy, and packed with flavor without being overpowered by sauce. The sides were just as impressive and tasted homemade, and the staff was friendly, attentive, and happy to answer questions. Portions were generous, and the quality of the food made every bite worth it. If you're looking for outstanding barbecue with excellent service, Federal Hill Smokehouse is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back!

Back again and killer like usual ... got two 3 meat combos ... sausage, brisket and turkey…read more Picked up a T-shirt for my oldest

Years ago we saw the show that centered around under dog bbq. Finally we made it here after our…read morelast visit to Erie when we found the location we went to was closed. Walking in I didn't get that bbq vibe right off the bat. Sure there were some sauces and ribs for sale but I was kind of left wondering if this was a bbq place. Our waiter / cook/ bartender had us seated in the wide open dining area and drinks moving in no time, we placed our food order shortly afterwards. The misses got the nachos, the chips were probably the best part of the dish, the queso was on the bland side and the chicken ... well some was tender and some really not so much. Kind of in impressed. The little yelper was down for her usual tenders, there was two large hand breaded tenders in the basket, and some fries. The tender breading wasn't a hit with her but that chicken was better than the nachos meat. After some peeling she ate it. The fries though, definitely could have used a little more time down, the weren't really crispy and had a hot sog to them. I got the smoked wings. Hellfire and rust belt. Of the two rubs the rust belt was the sweetest and overall best , but I'm a fan of spice and the hellfire was definitely the winner. The chicken wings had the same Kind of inconsistency . Some were perfectly cooked, others a bit dry. But their bleu cheese really was the standout for me. As a top wing reviewer in 2025 I've had a lot of wings and bleu cheese. This I would probably give a 7/10. Definitely saved the day with the wings. Underdog was a bit underwhelming but service really saved the day here. He was attentive, helpful And overall just great. The food however, definitely not what we had hoped for.

Best BBQ I've ever had!!!! Service was incredible and the atmosphere was welcoming and homey. The…read morebrand was clear and the pictures on the wall from the show really made it all feel like such a family and team effort. The history behind this place is inspiring and seeing it still owning its roots and going strong still feels great to support! Wish I was able to get a sweatshirt in my size but unfortunately when I went they no longer had mediums because they were getting a new screen printer. Anytime I'm in the area I WILL be back! The food is just too great to miss!!!!!!

Never would have tried this due to the low ratings, but - good for my brother-in-law - he turned me…read moreon to it during a recent visit. I suspect my experience isn't unique, as this place only has a couple reviews since it opened - perhaps the owners need to pay attention to their marketing. Anyway, we had ribs and brisket. Bothe very good, and this is coming from a Memphian. Price is quite reasonable in todays world - $20 for a full slab. I've now tried 4 of the top 10-rated BBQ restaurants and this should be rated much higher than 2 stars!!

Took a 3lb slab of there brisket to camp. You should have seen those guys wolf that piece of meat…read moredown it was finger licking good. Nice piece of smoked meat.

On the former site of Underdog BBQ is Outlaw Barbecue…read more I thought GPS was taking me to Underdog (which I had reviewed a few years ago). I walked in and immediately noticed a difference. Where were the butcher block tables? I asked if the restaurant was under new ownership ... yes and today was opening day. Aught oh ... Of course there were some glitches. No biggies. My "chicken fingers/french fries only" guest ordered the mac and cheese. I ordered the house salad, 1/2 rack, and cornbread. Head lettuce was the main component of the salad. The Chipotle salad dressing had some unexpected zing. The 1/2 rack was seasoned well. The additional bbq sauce was chilled from the fridge so was a mismatch to the hot ribs. A steak knife would have made it easier to cut the ribs apart. The mac and cheese was over the top delicious. My 8 yr companion actually went and told the chef how good it was ... then ordered 3 servings for takeout. It was packaged for the 2 hr trip back to Pittsburgh. So once they get over opening glitches, this restaurant will be a destination for bbq. Looking forward to bring my 8 yr old companion's family back for more mac and cheese and ribs.

Fast, friendly service. Place is clean and welcoming. Food was good! We left with our bellies full…read moreand leftovers for later! Even our grumpy teens approved. Fair prices, too! Yes, this is in the location where there used to be a different BBQ place. Sounds like its a totally different business. The person who gave this place a one star review solely because he didn't read the signs literally EVERYWHERE indicating the change in business ownership and then walked out miffed, without having even eaten at the restaurant, shouldn't be allowed to give reviews. Entitled much, bruh?

Wow! Lucky Louie's…read moreBeer and Wieners is on my Mt. Rushmore if hotdog joints....and that says a lot because I'm from Chicago! My wife and I were visiting Erie for the first time. We were hungry and looking for good local food. A quick Yelp search led us here. The place doesn't look like much from the parking lot, but don't let that deter you. When you walk in you walk towards the back and order at the counter. They give you a number tent which you take to your table so they can find you to deliver your food. The menu is extensive so take your time before heading to the counter. It was a beautiful day so we ate outside. The outdoor area is unique and whimsical. A portion of the outdoor area is under a tent-like structure which would be useful when the weather doesn't cooperate. I ordered the Seasonal Wiener: American AF. My wife ordered: Don't Hassle the Hoff but held the kraut. Both were excellent (hers was better). They also have an extensive beer menu. Service is friendly and prices are reasonable. I highly recommend Lucky Louie's!

Small place with indoor or outdoor seating. Hotdogs were…read morevery inventive and tasty. Great beer selection and very nice servers.

My family and I ate here for a birthday dinner. There were 8 of us. Most of our food was cold that…read morewe ordered. Especially the wings. The food was also heavily smoked almost too much. That's all you taste is smoke. I am aware that it's bbq and that the food would have been smoky but this is way too much. Even my father who is an avid meat smoker agreed. There were also 5 out of 8 who ended up with food poisoning. 10/10 not a good experience. Based off of the sickness alone I would not go back. My father called and left a detailed message just letting them know that 5 of us got sick. Last I knew he hadn't heard back from them. The item in common that us sick people had was the brisket.

Stopped by for lunch today. Had the 'Treehorn' - local Bello's cajun sausage and pulled pork on a…read moretoasted hoagie roll. It was served with chips and homemade pickle slices. Nice touch of the butcher paper. The sausage had great spice & smoke. The pulled pork was sort of an after thought as the sausage portion was good, the pork could have been a little more abundant. The décor is nice, with a hand-painted mural in the back room that tells the story of the Que/Dude. Several pieces of art/photography on the walls. I expect it to evolve . . . I enjoyed the sandwich enough that I got a pound of pulled pork to go (now in the freezer after a suitable sampling) one thing I like is that the pulled pork is just that. It comes with sauce on the side although. The smoke and flavor of this pork is excellent and did not require any sauce to be thoroughly enjoyed. I will be going back soon as there are sooo many items on their menu that I need to try. Which includes the ice cream!

Always good food! The owners are beautiful people. Went for…read morehubby's birthday. His steak was cooked just as desired. I had the Moroccan stew; yummy!! The creole shrimp appetizer was divine. And the mini honey corn muffins delightful! If you haven't yet eaten here, you're missing out on this gem. When you go, tell the chef I sent you!

Pineapple Eddie's had been sitting on our "to try" list for probably 4 or 5 years, and thanks to a…read morelast-minute change of plans, we finally made it in. The restaurant is much larger than it appears from the outside. Once you head through the first dining room and down the steps, you're greeted by a warm, homey dining room with a surprisingly spacious bar. It has a comfortable neighborhood feel, and the staff was friendly throughout our visit. Our cocktails arrived in about 10 minutes, and the hush puppies followed about 20 minutes later. They had a nice flavor, but were much denser and chewier than I expected. The bigger issue was the wait for our entrees. With the restaurant not appearing particularly busy, nearly 50 minutes for fried chicken and jerk chicken felt excessive. The good news? The chicken absolutely delivered! Both the fried chicken and the jerk chicken were packed with flavor and easily stole the show. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy, while the jerk had a wonderful balance of seasoning and spice. Those dishes alone made the meal worthwhile. Unfortunately, my mashed potatoes arrived warm instead of hot. After such a long wait, I was hoping everything would come out piping hot, and that side just missed the mark. Cole slaw was fresh but pretty boring in the flavor department. I really wanted this to be the five-star experience that so many others have had. While this visit didn't quite live up to the hype, the quality of the chicken showed why Pineapple Eddie's has earned such a loyal following. We'll happily give them another shot someday and hope they earn that elusive fifth star.

This was our first time dining at Firebirds, and it definitely won't be our last! I had the Cajun…read moreRibeye, and it was absolutely incredible, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The evening was made even better by the excellent service, delicious food, and, of course, the Prosecco. Everything came together to create a perfect dining experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and can't wait to return!

While on vacation, we brought our kids here and sat outside. The service was excellent and the food…read morewas even better! We are from WNY and thought we would try their wings for an app - incredible! My husband was really happy with his grilled fish tacos, I had an amazing filet salad and our kids loved their chicken tenders. The portions are generous and the outdoor seating was comfortable. We will be back!

We are visiting Erie, and tonight's dinner is beyond disappointing. I ordered the three fish taco…read moreand what it came to the table was not even close to the menu description. The waitress was kinda rude, who said "the menu doesn't always match the dish." Earlier, when I asked her what kind of meat was in Birria taco, she said "beef and pork". I've never had Birria that's a mix of beef and pork. I don't think she knows what she was saying. The manager eventually came out to apologize, which was nice. But as we were paying, the waitress came out and said "sorry about your experience but it's not my fault", which was really unnecessary. Obviously she's partially responsible if she told me in my face that "menu doesn't always match the dish".

Cozy restaurant with an amazing spread to choose from. Love their chips and salsa from the get go…read more Great service and food were served quickly too. I love good tamales and place definitely deliver em. Their steak fajitas were cooked and seasoned perfectly. Don't underestimate this place.

!!!WINGS WINGS WINGS!! I don't know much about their other…read morefood, but these were perhaps some of the best wings I have ever had. And what a selection of sauces and styles. The pizza balls were also tasty! Great beer selection, as well. And they have pitchers! Very good. Definitely returning.

The pickle slaw fries was a different twist, and very good…read more The waitress was nice. She checked in after a few minutes of getting our food. It's a sports bar, so when there's a big sporting event, this might not be the place to come. It wasn't loud, but the TVs are all around the wall, and there were all going, wow people were talking. It's casual ambience. I had the wings. They were slightly crunchy than my preference, but they were quite garlicky, which was good.