Smokey Bones Erie: A Flavorful BBQ Experience in Erie, PA

I debated whether to write a review at all, but I was genuinely disappointed with my experience—at least when it came to the food. I ordered the "Bone Fire" and added brisket and mac & cheese. As a Texan and someone who knows BBQ, I was excited to try it based on the strong reviews and photos online. Unfortunately, what I got didn’t live up to the hype. Breaking it down item by item—because almost everything had an issue—the brisket was completely dry, like it had been cooked a day or two before and reheated in a microwave. Same story with the ribs, sausage, and steak. The steak fries were so blackened I didn’t even recognize them as fries until I took a bite. Once I did, it was clear they’d been refried—edible, but not overly enjoyable. The chicken might have been fresh, but it was still dry. The only real highlights were the peppers and the wings—they were actually decent. The mac & cheese was just that—mac & cheese. Nothing memorable, but not bad either. I managed to eat those and the steak fries, but that was about all I could get down. Maybe it was just an off day in the kitchen, but for over $60, I felt pretty ripped off. The only reason this isn’t a 1-star review is because the staff was genuinely friendly and attentive. But based on the food alone, I seriously doubt I’ll be back.

Went for lunch and got the chicken and pork nachos . Was nice in size and value was not super flavorful but added some of the BBQ sauce that they have at the table (which I really like that they have them at the table like that) and it elevated the nachos taste very nicely. We really liked how spacious it feels and not like your sitting on your fellow dinors laps The waitress was attentive but not overly which was nice. The price wasn't too bad pretty comparable to other restaurants in that area. Overall looking forward to going back to try some new items.

SB greeted us and treated us very well. Our server Regan was amazing! She's very attentive, friendly and has great hospitality. Thank you for a fun evening. Peace.

We ordered the bone fire from the menu and it was delicious. The steak, chicken and ribs were cooked to perfection with a great chargrilled flavor. Regan was our waitress, she was very attentive and kind. She answered our questions regarding the menu and made sure we felt comfortable. I recommend you visit this restaurant.

Tori G. was attentive, personable, and the atmosphere was as amazing as the food. Great staff all around. We will DEFINITELY be back!! PACS ELITE (moving company) ON THE ROAD!! Enjoying great food, great people and a great time! Thank you, all!

Disabled parking and curb cuts to left of main doors , man trap style manual doors . Wheelchair Accesible ( last booth in every row has bench seat inside with moveable chairs to accommodate wheelchairs).clean sanitary , has bathrooms ,open WiFI . Very nice ambience the wood and stone interior has very mountain chalet feel and the smoke aromas are salivating . They do offer preorder curbside pickup and DoorDash delivery