Best Lunch Restaurants in Erie

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Erie

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Erie

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1. The Cork 1794

4.7

Exceptional(2303)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Erie

Booked 53 times today

General Manager: Greg Jones | Chef Team: Shannon Williams, Michael Burrows, Eric HoferWine Spectator's "Award of Excellence 2023 & 2024"The Cork 1794 debuted in 2014, setting a new standard for cuisine and comfort.With seating for more than 200, we offer a setting to match your mood.The chef’s table and cozy clock room provide an intimate experience, while the dining room’s banquettes and outdoor patio, complete with fireplaces and TVs, are the ultimate gathering spot.The bar is the perfect place to unwind – with an unrivaled collection of beer, cocktails and liquors curated by our own beverage master or a glass of wine poured from the expansive selection displayed in the cruvinets.The delicious menu, painstakingly developed by our talented Culinary team, delivers everything you’d expect from The Cork 1794 and more. Each plate is crafted to be the best in its class. We think you’ll find the result is on par with the finest establishments in the world.

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2. Shoreline Bar & Grille

4.3

Awesome(250)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Erie

Booked 9 times today

Shoreline Bar & Grille's menus feature locally sourced ingredients and signature cocktails inspired by the Great Lakes. This TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence-winning restaurant is located inside the Courtyard Erie Bayfront and offers views of Presque Isle Bay.

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3. Two45 Waterfront Grille

4.4

Awesome(698)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Erie

Booked 15 times today

Located at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel, Two45 Waterfront Grille pays homage to the precise moment in history that Oliver Hazard Perry bravely led the US Navy on the path to victory during the Battle of Lake Erie.As a tribute to our fair city, the restaurant offers upscale, traditional American cuisine with a focus on seafood and coastal fare. Chef's specialties include macadamia-crusted grouper filet, premium beef cuts, and a bone-in tomahawk pork chop.Join us for Brunch Saturday and Sunday, and Dinner seven nights a week. Breakfast and Lunch Coming Soon.

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4. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Erie

4.5

Awesome(1749)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Erie

Booked 45 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

5. Mi Scuzi

4.5

Awesome(921)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Erie

Booked 25 times today

An authentic Italian restaurant featuring hand crafted pasta, house made sausages, using only the freshest and the highest quality ingredients. Exclusive Specialty wine list featuring imported Italian wines. See you at the dinner table!!

6. Oliver's Rooftop

4.8

Exceptional(2450)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Erie

Booked 41 times today

Located on the 8th floor of Erie's newest hotel, Oliver’s Rooftop overlooks Erie's beautiful bayfront and indulges guests with inventive and extraordinary cuisine served alongside stunning views and captivating sunsets.Oliver’s Rooftop offers incredible vantage points of Presque Isle Bay provided by massive floor-to-ceiling glass panels. A retractable glass wall allows for open-air dining on the rooftop balcony in favorable weather.Oliver’s Rooftop is a one-of-a-kind culinary destination that pays homage to Erie’s rich maritime history. Oliver’s Rooftop is named in honor of Oliver Hazard Perry, an American naval commander best known for his heroic role in the 1813 Battle of Lake Erie. Visitors to Oliver’s Rooftop will have the chance to view Perry’s flagship, the US Brig Niagara, in her home port adjacent to the restaurant.Oliver’s Rooftop is the crowning jewel of Erie’s newest hotel, the Hampton Inn & Suites.

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7. Bay House Oyster Bar & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(535)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Erie

Booked 17 times today

Waterfront Destination. Unique Dining + Drinks. Breathtaking Views. Bringing Erie, Pennsylvania an experience like no other featuring Erie's only Fresh Oyster Bar & Argentine Grill. Enjoy our creative cuisine with Chef's Features, Fresh Oysters, Steaks, Seafood & more.// Unique Dining Areas at our Oyster Bar, 2nd Floor Mezzanine & Lounge// Indoor & Outdoor Dining with stunning views of Lake Erie's Presque Isle Bay// Full Bar with Large Wine Selections & Creative Cocktails// Outdoor Patio & Bar Seating with views of Lake Erie// Private & Semi-Private Rooms for Events// Free Parking in our Attached Covered Parking Garage

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8. Samurai Kitchen & Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(306)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Erie

Booked 20 times today

Voted best Sushi and Best Asian restaurant in Erie. SAMURAI kitchen sushi offers a relaxing dining experience featuring high quality Japanese and some southeast Asian cuisine. Intimate, modern dining room. Hibachi is expertly prepared in kitchen. An extensive and varied sushi and sashimi menu has appeals from beginner to expert. We offer everything from traditional rolls to our Chef Special roll items.Carefully selected beer, wine and sake menu including ciders. You may bring your own wine if you prefer, there is a corking charge.Unparalleled, and always freshLocally owned and operated, SAMURAI kitchen + sushi offers unsurpassed quality, exceptional service and reasonable prices in our family friendly, modern dining atmosphere. Perfect for an effortlessly enjoyable night out.

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9. Churchill’s Bourbon and Brew

3.9

Excellent(211)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Erie

From great appetizers and pizza to out-of-this-world burgers and dinners, Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew is dishing up perfect food to pair with our specialty craft brews and excellent Bourbons.We feature 30 beers on tap with many being Local Breweries and Microbrews. Be sure to ask us for our best Bourbon recommendations, too! With a state of the art lighting and sound system, you can watch sports or simulcast racing anytime on our large high-definition televisions! Whatever you choose, Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew is your place to be!Presque Isle Downs and Casino. I-90 Exit 27 in Erie, PAGambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

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Connie
Pittsburgh / Western PA •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Lake Erie Walleye is the best!! I have Celiac and appreciate the attention to my dietary needs. To eat great food and enjoy good wine with such a lovely Lake Erie sunset was so enjoyable! Jennifer is the happiest, most efficient personable server EVER! Thanks for a lovely date night with my husband!♥️
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Shoreline Bar & GrillePrice: Moderate• American• Erie
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4.3
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Dawn
Pittsburgh / Western PA •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was very good. We really enjoyed our meals and the experience.
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - EriePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Erie
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4.5
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JimVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •12 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
The setting, view over the bay, food and service were excellent. The environment in the restaurant is very nice and comfortable. Although over priced, the food was delicious and nicely presented. The cocktails were small, mediocre and expensive.
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Two45 Waterfront GrillePrice: Expensive• American• Erie
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4.4
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ElizabethVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •70 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 20, 2025
We sat at the bar with drinks first then went to our table. We ordered the Ravioli Grande and the Fettuccini Alfredo with chicken Both dishes were delicious and Trey was a great server !
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Mi ScuziPrice: Expensive• Italian• Erie
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4.5
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David
Pittsburgh / Western PA •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 18, 2025
As always excellent service , food and ambience .
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The Cork 1794Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Erie
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4.7

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