Several months ago, an Erie favorite, Khao Thai, closed down for good, but it wasn’t because of a lack of business. In the local Thai cuisine scene, Khao Thai was one of the best, and it was sad to see it go. Well, it’s back. The owners have set up shop in the old pizza…
The Boardroom Dining & Spirits – Erie, PA – Reviewer: Adam
As we try to document here at Fat Guy Approved, the local food scene in Erie continues to improve. Another part of that scene is the world of finer dining (upper-end casual). That’s not to be confused with Fine Dining. The dress code at The Boardroom is still casual, but the ambiance evokes more of…
Vintage Wood Fire restaurant – Erie, PA – Reviewer: Scott
Hello! Welcome back to Fat Guy Approved. Many in the Erie area would be familiar with Sticks and Bricks food truck if they have been out to any of the summertime events here. They were always a solid decision for a great pizza. The owners now operate Vintage Wood Fire restaurant and catering as well…
Bricks at Cashier’s House – Erie, PA – reviewer: Scott
I realize Adam already beat me to this, but definitely check out his review from March 2023 for a more extensive historical background on the building itself and and his in-depth review. Recently I was working downtown and needed to find lunch somewhere close by. I also want to try a place I had not…
Bricks at Cashier’s House – Erie, PA – Fat Guy Reviewer: Adam
The City of Erie in the Northwest corner of Pennsylvania, right on Lake Erie, is one of those towns in the USA that has been around for over 200 years. As such, it has a decent number of historical buildings that have survived the decades to see revival as a different kind of venue than…
The Que Abides Pit-Stop – Erie, PA – Fat Guy Reviewer: Adam
Welcome back, dear reader, to another installment on Fat Guy Approved! I recently stopped by The Que Abides Pit-Stop out in Fairview, PA in the building previously occupied by the Out of the Grey Coffee House. Up until my recent visit, I’d only experienced The Que Abides in its food truck form, and I’ve never…
Outlaw BBQ – Erie, PA – Fat Guy reviewer: Scott
Outlaw BBQ is located in my neighborhood, having opened in 2021. https://www.outlawbarbecuerevolution.com/ I have driven past it on West 38TH street many times and repeatedly said to myself ‘I need to try them some time’. Well, that sometime was this last week. After finishing some on-site work at a client location I found myself driving…
Molly Brannigan’s Irish Pub – Erie, PA – Fat Guy Reviewer: Scott
**UPDATE: Unfortunately Molly Brannigan’s is now closed permanently. Following extensive water damage to their ceiling and dining area they made the decision to cease operations. I have left the review up for the time being. Recently I had lunch at Molly Brannigan’s in downtown Erie. I have been going to this restaurant for many years…
Herb and Honey Bakery – Erie, PA – FatGuy Reviewer: Scott
Located within Urbaniak’s market at 310 East 24th Street you will find the Herb and Honey Bakery, and what are simply some of the best baked goods in the region. As a fat guy I have eaten many pastries. These are truly exceptional. They do offer a range of bread and rolls as well. You…
Pier 6 Rooftop Bar & Restaurant – Erie, PA – Fat Guy Reviewer: Scott
https://www.upick6.com/pier-6/ The rooftop bar or restaurant (a format long enjoyed in larger ‘real cities’) has now become a thing in Erie. Its like a patio bar, but on a roof with a view! What a time to be alive! Much to the enjoyment of the local populace we now have several to choose from and…