Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Erie South, PA

ERIE. Part of Erie's Station Dinner Theatre complex, this stylish theater-themed restaurant features delicious...

ERIE. Part of Erie's Station Dinner Theatre complex, this stylish theater-themed restaurant features delicious appetizers, fresh salads and juicy burgers. A marquee-styled entrance and Hollywood decor along with a refurbished 1922 Pullman railroad car exude a romantic ambiance.

Hours: Tue-Sat 5pm-10pm Hours May Vary Seasonally

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , Diner's Club

ERIE. For more than 75 years, George's has been serving three squares a day to hungry Erieites. From omelets and oatmeal...

ERIE. For more than 75 years, George's has been serving three squares a day to hungry Erieites. From omelets and oatmeal with blueberries in the morning, to the Eriesistable Chopped Sirloin and George's famous "smashed potatoes" for dinner, the menu has an abundance of hearty and satisfying meals. George's also offers freebies on different weeknights ­ Mondays find kids eating free with paying adults and Thursdays showcase free pie with the purchase of a main course.

Hours: Tue-Fri 7am-3pm; Sat 8am-3pm; Sun 8am-2pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card

ERIE. Matthew's seamlessly blends good times, food and drink in an environment that's upscale yet friendly. The city's...

ERIE. Matthew's seamlessly blends good times, food and drink in an environment that's upscale yet friendly. The city's favorite martini lounge possesses an outstanding list of top-notch concoctions, including their signature Blue Sapphire and Raspberry Cosmopolitan. From chocolate to sweet and fruity, the various drinks are sure to please. Wine, bottled and on-tap beer, and specialty coffees are also available. Gourmet tapas are enough for one or try several and share with your group. Outdoor patio dining makes for the perfect lounging spot during warm weather.

Hours: Trattoria Tue-Thu 5pm-9pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm
Martini Lounge Tue-Sat 5pm-Midnight

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express

ERIE. Set in a turn of the century firehouse, the Pufferbelly prides itself on its original, eclectic menu. Baked brie...

ERIE. Set in a turn of the century firehouse, the Pufferbelly prides itself on its original, eclectic menu. Baked brie with almonds, vegetable lasagna rollups, and firehouse chili doused with a generous helping of cheese get diners headed in the right direction while they peruse the list of tasty main dishes ­ an assortment that includes quesadillas, steaks and seafood. The interior space is casual and charming with a brass firepole and an authentic "Pufferbelly" (an old-timey horse-drawn fire wagon); outdoors you'll find streetside dining.

Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-9pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-11pm; Sun 11am-8pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express

ERIE. Named for a native who lived on Presque Isle from 1860 to 1910, Joe Roots has an outstanding location on Peninsula...

ERIE. Named for a native who lived on Presque Isle from 1860 to 1910, Joe Roots has an outstanding location on Peninsula Drive, the gateway to Erie's most notable natural attraction ­ Presque Isle State Park. Crisp salads, fresh seafood, sizzling steaks, and hearty burgers are perpetual favorites. Try the shrimp salad, the snow crab legs or the St. Louis ribs. The atmosphere is laid-back and convivial ­ perfect for a stop along the way to Erie's sun and sand.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11:30am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-11pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express

ERIE. Enjoy the charm of Erie's lakefront by dining right on Dobbins Landing - an outdoor deck provides views of both...

ERIE. Enjoy the charm of Erie's lakefront by dining right on Dobbins Landing - an outdoor deck provides views of both the bay and the city skyline. A nautical feel pervades the restaurant's interior, and the menu serves up goodies like langostino-crab cakes, coconut shrimp, crab crusted chicken breast and yellowtail snapper. Smuggler's also serves Sunday brunch, where buffet tables are laden with all sorts of treats from land and sea.

Hours: Wed-Thu 11:30am-9pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-10pm; Sun 11:30am-7pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express