Oakwood Cafe

Oakwood plain and simple is known for the best Reuben sandwich in Erie. Amazingly they even offer a turkey Reuben, which I really did NOT think I would enjoy, that is pretty darn good! So if it's the beef that's keeping you from trying one, go for the turkey version! They run daily specials and offer a nice selection of some good home cooked meals. Prices are quite decent and their early bird specials are even a bit on the 'cheap' side. While not all of the food is top notch and I can't vouch for a lot of different items on the menu simply because I always get a Reuben. I will say that for the most part everyone leaves happy and very full!!!! My biggest suggestion though, don't pass up one of Erie's best, authentic Reuben sandwiches! more

This is casual dining at its best. It feels like a pub but eats like a restaurant with its dark paneling and a dark-green ceiling. By all means try the Reuben. The steak and chicken salads are a filling value. If you get there before the day’s dinner specials have been devoured, the chicken and biscuits, city chicken and grilled pork chops are all good choices for a plateful of home-style comfort. The fish sandwiches, of which there are a couple of options including perch, also are good. Reasonable prices are always a bonus. Soups and chili, $1.95 to $3.50; sandwiches, $2.50 for grilled cheese to $4.95 for the Reuben or turkey Reuben; dinner specials, $6.75 to $6.95; steak, grilled chicken and grilled Cajun shrimp salads, $6.50; steaks, $11.95 to $12.95; Italian dinners, $6.95 to $8.95. They have a wonderful menu section devoted to children 10 and younger offers kids and parents some real choices, from chicken nuggets to meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Summer hours (through Aug. 31): Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. No reservations are necessary If you feel the need to smoke, make way to the bar. All major credit cards are accepted. more

The Oakwood is a good place to take the family for a casual meal. The pricing is reasonable and the food is very tasty. They have 2 homemade soups each day. Their Rueben sandwich is voted the Best in Erie. Also the hot meatlaof sandwich with french fries is my favorite. A fill bar is also connected to the dining room. Usually fast service also. more