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The Cork 1794, Erie, PA

The Cork 1794

4.6
4.6
2261 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
General Manager: Greg Jones | Chef Team: Shannon Williams, Michael Burrows, Eric Hofer

Wine Spectator's "Award of Excellence 2023 & 2024"

The Cork 1794 debuted in 2014, setting a new standard for cuisine and comfort.
With seating for more than 200, we offer a setting to match your mood.

The chef’s table and cozy clock room provide an intimate experience, while the dining room’s banquettes and outdoor patio, complete with fireplaces and TVs, are the ultimate gathering spot.

The bar is the perfect place to unwind – with an unrivaled collection of beer, cocktails and liquors curated by our own beverage master or a glass of wine poured from the expansive selection displayed in the cruvinets.

The delicious menu, painstakingly developed by our talented Culinary team, delivers everything you’d expect from The Cork 1794 and more. Each plate is crafted to be the best in its class. We think you’ll find the result is on par with the finest establishments in the world.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steakhouse, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (814) 651-0332
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Aaron Busch
  • Catering
    Please call The Cork 1794 at 814-651-0332 (Option 6) to book your outside catering event!
  • Private party facilities
    Please call The Cork 1794 at 814-651-0332 (Option 6) to inquire about Private Events.
  • Neighborhood
    Erie
  • Cross street
    900 West Erie Plaza Drive, Erie Pa 16505
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,261 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Erie

    Best Overall

  • Erie

    Best Food

  • Erie

    Best Service

  • Erie

    Best Ambiance

  • Erie

    Best Value

  • Erie

    Good for groups

  • Erie

    Romantic

  • Erie

    Good for special occasions

  • Erie

    Lively

  • Erie

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cork 1794 offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests praise the "fantastic atmosphere" and appreciate the attentive staff. It's a perfect spot for special occasions, boasting a varied menu and impressive wine selection. While some find it pricey, many agree it's "the best in the business."

2,261 Reviews
  1. Bernard

    New York City

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly, this is the first time I have been disappointed with The Cork. To start with, it took awhile to place our order. Then, people that came in after us and were seated after us, received their order before we did. When the food arrived, my order was not warm at all. Don’t know if it sat on a shelf or what before it came to me, but it was not warm. My toast was so cold that the butter I spread on it didn’t melt! The eggs were not warm either. I ordered them over easy and the running yolks were cold. The server did not check up on us at all. Had to look for her and flag her down to get a refill on my coffee. My wife ordered hot tea. The teapot she received was barely filled. She couldn’t even pour herself a second cup! We’ve been there before and left extremely pleased, but not so much this time.
    The Cork 1794Responded 1 day ago
    Bernard, we're so sorry to hear your recent experience fell short of the level of service you've come to expect from us. We truly appreciate your feedback. We hope you'll give us another chance soon.

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  2. Charmaine

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything excellent except for the food tasted like the chef dumped a salt shaker over the entire meal including the soup, appetizers, and fries. No other restaurants use that much salt. Wow! The salt ruined what was very good food!
    The Cork 1794Responded 1 day ago
    Hi Charmaine! We're super bummed to hear the food was too salty during your recent visit. Thanks for the honest feedback - it'll help us dial things in and ensure a better experience for you next time. We'd love to have you back soon for a properly seasoned meal on us!

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  3. Mark

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service! Also enjoyed talented pianist and vocalist!! Very enjoyable for the holiday season.
    The Cork 1794Responded 4 days ago
    Awesome, Mark! Hearing customers like you had an amazing time is what makes our day. We pride ourselves on providing excellent food, service, and entertainment. Can't wait to have you back again soon!

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  4. John

    Pittsburgh

    7 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve eaten at The Cork several times and will most likely never return. I’ve always found the food to be rather bland and not very tasty. I’ve found the quality of the food to be just barely average on every visit. I’ve had much better meals at other places at less than half the cost of a meal at The Cork. The service hasn’t been much better than the food. At least to me, this restaurant has been a continual disappointment.
    The Cork 1794Responded 7 days ago
    Hi John, we are incredibly disappointed to hear that we missed the mark with you. We would really appreciate the opportunity to speak with you so we can better understand your experience and make adjustments with our team. If you would please send us a private message with your contact information our management would like to reach out. We again, are very sorry and we hope to hear from you soon.

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  5. Rachel

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great evening! Went for a surprise party and the waiter did a great job accommodating.
    The Cork 1794Responded on December 9, 2024
    Awesome, Rachel! It makes us so happy to hear you had a wonderful time. We strive to provide a great experience for all our guests, so we're thrilled you enjoyed your visit. Let's do it again soon!

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  6. Kathy

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best places to eat in Erie hands down. Great food and atmosphere always.
    The Cork 1794Responded on December 9, 2024
    Kathy, so awesome you had such a wonderful time dining with us! We work hard to create an inviting atmosphere and deliver top-notch dishes. Can't wait to have you back again soon.

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  7. Jim

    Orlando

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We needed quiet seating and were thrilled. Our waitress, Bella, was friendly, courteous, efficient. Tammy checked to see that we were happy with the food and service. This was our son’s first visit at the Cork. He loved it!
    The Cork 1794Responded on December 3, 2024
    Hey Jim! We love hearing that you had a great time and enjoyed your visit. Your kind words about our team really mean a lot. Glad your son also had an awesome first experience at The Cork. You all are welcome back anytime!

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  8. Mark

    Cleveland

    154 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    154 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were grateful that our reservation request to sit toward the back where it’s quieter was honored. We had a pleasant table and were able to carry on conversation. We enjoyed the chopped salad, bourbon chicken and short rib gnocchi, followed by a shared piece of NY style cheesecake. The wine menu is extensive, both by the glass and bottle. Thanks for a nice evening.
    The Cork 1794Responded on December 2, 2024
    Mark, it's awesome to hear you had such a fantastic evening with us! We take pride in providing a comfortable ambiance for our guests to relax and savor delicious food and drinks. Your kind words about our menu offerings and wine selection mean a lot. We can't wait to have you join us again soon!

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  9. Kris

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. The Greek chicken that they have had on their menu for awhile they took off. That’s one of the reasons we go back. They put a burbon chicken in its place. It was good but not as good as the Greek lemon chicken. Service was wonderful. Our server was very attentive.
    The Cork 1794Responded on November 27, 2024
    Hey Kris! So glad you had a nice time with us. Sorry to hear the Greek chicken is no longer available - we're always trying to keep things fresh with new menu items. Hope you'll give some of our other tasty dishes a try next visit!

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  10. Kristin

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing menu and food was fantastic. I’m from Pittsburgh and I meet my friend from Niagara Falls every year and we have dinner here. Hands down the best 🩷
    The Cork 1794Responded on November 25, 2024
    Kristin, we're so pumped you had such an awesome dinner with your friend! Can't wait to have you back again next year!

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FAQs

The Cork 1794 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (814) 651-0332.

The Cork 1794 is rated 4.6 stars by 2261 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Cork 1794

900 W Erie Plz, Erie, PA 16505

Additional information

  • Cross street
    900 West Erie Plaza Drive, Erie Pa 16505
  • Neighborhood
    Erie
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steakhouse, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Aaron Busch
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (814) 651-0332
  • Catering
    Please call The Cork 1794 at 814-651-0332 (Option 6) to book your outside catering event!
  • Private party facilities
    Please call The Cork 1794 at 814-651-0332 (Option 6) to inquire about Private Events.
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