With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Erie using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.
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#30. Bob Evans
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (191 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 8041 Peach St, Erie, PA 16509-4732
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#29. The Original Breakfast Place
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (59 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $
- Address: 2340 E 38th St, Erie, PA 16510-3725
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#28. Jekyll & Hyde's
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (78 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 8 E 10th St, Erie, PA 16501-1408
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#27. U Pick 6 Public House
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (125 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4575 W Ridge Rd, Erie, PA 16506-1435
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#26. LongHorn Steakhouse
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#25. Lorie's Wildridge Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (125 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5455 W Ridge Rd Ste A, Erie, PA 16506-1273
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#24. Cloud 9 Wine Bar & Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (192 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 25 E 10th St Suite 1, Erie, PA 16501-1443
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#23. Colao's
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (179 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2826 Plum St, Erie, PA 16508-3234
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#22. O'Charley's
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (219 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2077 Interchange Rd, Erie, PA 16509-8315
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#21. Molly Brannigans
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#20. Casablanca Grill
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (55 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2174 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505-4748
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#19. Smuggler's Wharf
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (653 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3 State St, Erie, PA 16507-1418
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#18. Quaker Steak & Lube
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (439 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7851 Peach St, Erie, PA 16509-4728
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#17. Bistro 26
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (144 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Mediterranean
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3557 W 26th St, Erie, PA 16506-2041
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#16. Torero's Mexican Restaurant
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#15. Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (354 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2085 Interchange Rd, Erie, PA 16509-8315
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#14. The Brewerie at Union Station
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (267 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 123 W 14th St, Erie, PA 16501-1717
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#13. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (305 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7475 Peach St, Erie, PA 16509-4712
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#12. Shoreline Bar and Grille
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (160 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2 Sassafras Pier Locals are able to park in our parking garage for free with ticket being validated at our front desk, Erie, PA 16507
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#11. Virgil's Plate
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#10. La Bella
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (128 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 802 W 18th St Corner of 18th and Liberty Streets, Erie, PA 16502-1638
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#9. U Pick 6 Tap House
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (228 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 333 State St #110, Erie, PA 16507-1450
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#8. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store and Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (422 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7810 Interstate Dr, Erie, PA 16509-4676
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#7. McGarrey's Oakwood Cafe
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (166 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Irish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1624 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508
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#6. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
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#5. Bayfront Grille
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (538 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 55 West Bay Drive Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel, Erie, PA 16507
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#4. Pineapple Eddie Southern Bistro
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (372 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1402 W 10th St, Erie, PA 16502-2922
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#3. Mi Scuzi
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (659 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2641 Myrtle St, Erie, PA 16508-1853
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#2. Lucky Louie's Beer & Wieners
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (204 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, Pub
- Price: $
- Address: 8238 Perry Highway, Erie, PA 16509
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#1. Lawrence Park Dinor
