The best bars & nightlife in Erie County

Settle in at Library Bar & Grill, where Corry’s former public library now serves up classic sandwiches, baskets galore, and those old favorites locals rave about. Weekly specials keep things fresh, and the historical vibe makes even takeout feel like a small-town tradition.

From the Corry newsletter, October 13, 2026

Cornerstone Bar & Grill keeps it relaxed and family-friendly with great food, good drinks, and that easygoing Erie vibe. If you need a no-fuss spot where everyone finds something they like, this is your midweek sanity saver.

From the Erie newsletter, August 8, 2026

Whether you're craving a dry bold pour or something crisp and easy, Cellar 22 lines up fun wine flights, easy-going live music, and visiting food trucks that always smell too good. Call it your midweek reset or weekend catch-up and make it happen this week.

From the Erie newsletter, August 3, 2026

S. Grab a friend, lean into the history, and find some entertainment on the dance floor this week.

From the Erie newsletter, October 20, 2026

Craving a spot where the wings hit just right and the game's always on? Chippers Tavern keeps Erie fed and happy with saucy wings in all the flavors, crispy fries, cold beer, and cocktails, plus bar games that make "one more round" way too easy this week.

From the Erie newsletter, September 24, 2026

Room 33 Speakeasy brings cozy, Prohibition-era vibes with a libations menu and an upcoming music lineup that makes midweek feel like a win. Got a crew? They host private events for 10-100, so you can claim the good glassware and call it a night well spent.

From the Erie newsletter, October 9, 2026

This week, let The One Way Inn handle dinner with crispy, saucy wings and that classic Erie bar energy that feels like your buddy’s living room, only louder. Pick your sauce game, talk a little smack, and remember napkins are a love language.

From the Erie newsletter, October 16, 2026

Spanning three historic buildings with a colorful past dating to the late 1800s, Plymouth Tavern turns out scratch-made classics, from munchies to salads, plus inspired entrees, decadent desserts, and signature specialty drinks.

From the Erie newsletter, August 17, 2026

Between the panoramic bay views and a menu of coastal classics, Two45 Waterfront Grille inside the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel is the easy call when you want dinner to feel like a mini escape. One of Erie’s largest bayfront patios, weekend brunches, and breezy happy hours seal the deal.

From the Erie newsletter, September 29, 2026

Woody's Backwater Barge & Grill brings Key West energy to the bay, a floating summertime spot with comfort-food favorites, live entertainment, and an easygoing crowd. Locally owned with bar or table service on water or land, it’s an Erie hangout you’ll keep “wasting” time at.

From the Erie newsletter, October 6, 2026

Ugly Tuna Tavern is that laid back Erie spot where seafood plates meet burgers and crispy wings, with MLB games on the screens and DJ karaoke Tuesdays and Saturdays. Easygoing crowd, solid comfort food, and zero pretense... exactly what a weeknight needs.

From the Erie newsletter, October 2, 2026

Bigbar does exactly what the name promises with 24-inch pizzas, 1 lb burgers, and award-winning wings, then keeps the energy going with live bands early and top DJs late on weekends. Perfect when your crew wants big plates, big pours, and a no-fuss good time.

From the Erie newsletter, October 13, 2026

Deer Creek Winery at Millcreek Mall Complex pours everything from crisp whites to fruit-forward sippers and sangrias, plus new cafe menus and The Pairing Experience to explore flavors.

From the Erie newsletter, September 25, 2026

Kellar's, A Modern Magic & Comedy Club pairs TV-caliber acts from America’s Got Talent and Penn & Teller: Fool Us with a full showroom restaurant and the Secrets & Wonders sleight‑of‑hand bar where cocktails vanish. Created by Erie’s own Bobby Borgia, it also honors hometown legend Harry Kellar with artifacts.

From the Erie newsletter, October 3, 2026