Best Family Restaurants in Erie, PA

Updated September 2026 · 10 businesses · Erie guide

Looking for family Restaurants in Erie? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.

What they do: Family-friendly restaurants with kids' menus, booths and room for strollers.

This guide lists 10 family Restaurants in and around Erie, spread across 5 ZIP codes. 3 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 9 link to their own website, 3 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.

Top 10 Family Restaurants in Erie

Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.

1 Applebee's

Open weekendsZIP 16505
Opening hours
Mon11 AM-11 PM
Tue11 AM-11 PM
Wed11 AM-11 PM
Thu11 AM-11 PM
Fri11 AM-11 PM
Sat11 AM-11 PM
Sun11 AM-10 PM

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2 Eat'n Park

Open weekendsZIP 16509
Opening hours
Mon7 AM-11 PM
Tue7 AM-11 PM
Wed7 AM-11 PM
Thu7 AM-11 PM
Fri7 AM-11 PM
Sat7 AM-11 PM
Sun7 AM-11 PM

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3 Outback Steakhouse

Open weekendsZIP 16565
Opening hours
Mon11 AM-9:30 PM
Tue11 AM-9:30 PM
Wed11 AM-9:30 PM
Thu11 AM-9:30 PM
Fri11 AM-10 PM
Sat11 AM-10 PM
Sun11 AM-9 PM

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10 Bistro 26

ZIP 16506
  • Address 3557 West 26th Street, Erie, PA 16506

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How to choose family Restaurants in Erie

  • Check hours and whether you need a reservation, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
  • Look at the current menu online, since prices and dishes change often.
  • Ask about dietary options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or halal if you need them.
  • Check whether the place is BYOB, which is common in Erie and can save a lot on a night out.
  • Look up the latest health inspection results, which the county or city publishes online.

Local tips for Erie

Lake-effect snow means Erie homeowners and drivers rely heavily on snow removal, winter tires, roof maintenance and heating services, and many local businesses keep extended hours during storms.

Many Erie-area businesses are located in neighboring Millcreek Township, especially along Peach Street, so the best option for you may technically sit just outside city limits.

Erie is in Erie County, and local phone numbers use the 814 area code. Popular areas include Downtown, Bayfront, Little Italy, Frontier, Glenwood, Academy, East Erie, West Erie.

Frequently asked questions

Which family Restaurants in Erie are open on weekends?

According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Applebee's, Eat'n Park, Outback Steakhouse. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.

Which areas of Erie do these family Restaurants cover?

The family Restaurants on this list are located in ZIP codes 16505, 16506, 16507, 16509, 16565. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.

What does BYOB mean?

BYOB means 'bring your own bottle.' The restaurant has no liquor license, so you can bring your own wine or beer. Some charge a small corkage fee.

Do I need a reservation?

For popular places on weekends, yes. Many Erie restaurants take reservations online, while casual spots are usually walk-in only.

Where can I check restaurant health inspections in Erie?

Restaurant inspections in Pennsylvania are run by the Department of Agriculture or by local health departments in cities and counties such as Philadelphia and Allegheny County, and results are published online.

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Business data for this page comes from © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), reviewed and formatted by Pennsylvania Connection.

Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.