Erie, Pennsylvania has earned its reputation as a hidden gem for Italian food lovers who crave authentic flavors without the fuss of formal reservations.
The city’s Italian dining scene offers a delightful mix of family-owned trattorias, neighborhood pizzerias, and beloved pasta houses that welcome walk-ins with open arms and warm garlic bread.
While you often won’t need a formal reservation to dine at these spots, some do offer (and encourage) booking ahead, so arriving early is still the best way to beat the dinner rush and snag great seats…