( WJET/WFXP ) — VisitErie has unveiled the results for the 2024 Erie Restaurant Week, and they are showing very promising numbers for the event compared to last year.
This year’s Erie Restaurant Week was held from Jan. 19-28 and is the fourth year in its tradition. According to the group, a record 49 regional restaurants participated in the event.
Below are their results:
| 2023 | 2024 | Percent Increase | |
| Participating restaurants | 38 | 49 | 29% |
| Total ERW specials purchased | 3,265 | 4,012 | 23% |
| Total $ spent by customers | $25,789 | $48,505 | 88% |
| Total VisitErie contest entries | 515 | 715 | 39% |
“Underdog BBQ had multiple tables come in because of Erie Restaurant Week. Some customers didn’t order the special but experienced other items on our menu. This is a great event that we enjoy participating in each year. We are looking forward to being a part of it next year,” said Ashley Messenger, owner of Underdog BBQ.