Farm-to-table comfort, craft brews, and rustic charm in a lovingly restored barn
📍 Where It’s At
Just over the line, about 30 minutes east of Erie, Riverside Brewing Company is tucked beside French Creek at 1 Fountain Street, Cambridge Springs. Housed in a beautifully reconstructed 1800s barn from Cochranton, the setting is homey, historic, and impossibly inviting. The grounds include gardens, cozy outdoor seating, and plenty of space to linger or enjoy a meal.
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🍺 What’s Good
This is one of those spots where the building and the food both feel like local love letters. The restored barn holds a large bar with 21 taps, serving up a rotating cast of local drafts alongside wine, cider, and spirit-forward cocktails.
On the menu? A smart, creative mix of comfort food and farm-to-table goodness:
Steak and handheld sandwiches like the Craft Burger or Cuban Reuben
Entrees including Duck Mac & Cheese, Cajun Shrimp & Grits, or Chicken Saltimbocca
Starters like nachos, pretzel sticks, and Brussels sprouts
A thoughtful selection of salads, soups, sides, and wood-fired pizzas
You’ll also find a small gift shop stocked with Riverside Brewing T-shirts, hats, and other branded gear, plus a few local goodies to take home—perfect for remembering your visit or grabbing a gift for a fellow craft beer fan.
The ambiance is as satisfying as the food, with an outdoor patio, live music events through their Summer Music Series, and even a brewing area you can catch a peek of.
Food-loving families who want quality meals in a relaxed, friendly setting
Couples or date-night groups seeking a cozy, unique backdrop with local flavor
Craft beer aficionados or anyone curious about regional brews and rotating taps
Shoppers who love picking up local merch and souvenirs along with their meal
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🌟 Final Thoughts
If you’re up for a short drive, Riverside Brewing Company is the kind of place where every detail—from the reclaimed barn to the brewed beer—tells a story. Whether you stay inside by the fireplace, on the patio under the trees, or linger over a song, you’ll come away with full bellies, a few new favorites, and maybe even a T-shirt or jar of local jam to remember it by.
Local Eats & Artisan Finds in Erie, PA Delicious food, handmade goods, and a cozy neighborhood vibe
📍 Where it’s at
Westside Market is located at 1119 Powell Avenue in Erie, PA. It’s a hidden gem that combines a full café, ice cream counter, and a retail shop packed with local goods—all in one welcoming space.
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🥪 What We Loved
We stopped in for lunch and were genuinely impressed by the variety of food on the menu. Our table was a feast of flavor, including:
A crisp and refreshing cucumber salad
A warm and melty Greek panini
Cozy and hearty cabbage, potato & kielbasa soup
A classic BLT
A creamy peanut butter smoothie
And of course—ice cream!
The food was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying, and the atmosphere was just as good. It’s the kind of place where you want to take your time, chat with the staff, and enjoy every bite.
Beyond the delicious food, Westside Market shines as a cozy hub for local artisans. The shop is filled with handcrafted home décor, jewelry, candles, art, and gifts, all made by small businesses and creators in the Erie area. It feels like a mini makers’ market tucked into your lunch stop. Whether you’re browsing for a unique souvenir or a one-of-a-kind piece for your home, this market has plenty of treasures to discover.
We especially loved seeing a donation bucket for Orphan Angels Cat Sanctuary, a great reminder that this place really supports the Erie community! We can’t help but love helping animals!
👨👩👧👦 Who It’s Great For
Families grabbing lunch or dessert together
Shoppers looking for locally made gifts and home items
Anyone craving comfort food with a creative twist
People who love to support community-focused businesses
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🌟 Final Thoughts
Westside Market on Powell is so much more than just a place to eat. It’s a welcoming space filled with flavor, creativity, and heart. From the tasty menu to the shelves lined with handmade items, this is the kind of spot you’ll want to return to again and again.
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There are several events that we look forward to every summer, and one of those events is the Greek Fest! We were so excited to see it back in full swing Friday night after 2 years after a very light version of its former glory.
Location:
The Panegyri Greek Festival is located at the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 4376 Westlake Road, Erie, PA 16505. You really can’t miss it; you’ll notice the festival as you come from either direction on Westlake Road!
Property Description:
This event is set up in true “festival style;” tents with tables and chairs set up, many different stations to order food and drinks, and even a tent that serves as a boutique.
You are also able to go inside the Church to admire the beauty and into the social hall where you can get even more food and purchase gorgeous jewelry.
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What to Do:
The Greek Fest is full of fun for everyone! If you like to eat ethnic foods, this is a wonderful place for you to stop and grab a bite to eat. In the outdoor area of the festival, you will find many good choices including the every popular gyro, Greek dogs, Greek fries, and pastry trays, coffee, and beer in the Kafenio.
One thing to note immediately is that you do need to purchase tickets in order to get food and drinks. One ticket equals one dollar, and you can purchase these tickets (with cash only) indoors and outdoors at a few booths labeled Food Tickets. If you don’t have cash on you, they do provide ATMs for you to access cash.
One thing we feel is a must eat at the Greek Fest is the ever popular Gyro! We got three; two that were lamb and one that was vegetarian. We were happy to see that the kind people working were about to make dietary accommodations when you order your food! The gyros were absolutely delicious. This year the tzatziki sauce comes on the side, so you can choose to put the sauce on or dip your gyro. We also tried the Kafe Frappe, which is a foamy iced coffee, and it was so good that we had to get another!
We also encountered a fun, unexpected treat; snow cones! You can treat your kids (or yourself) to a cold, icy treat in a tent to the left of the stage! And don’t forget the Greek dogs, Greek fries, and beverages located in the same tent!
Outside, you’ll also find a boutique style shop filled with treasures for everyone. This shop is filled with anything from hot plates to flower crowns, dresses to rugs, and small toys to jewelry. Check it out and take home a small piece of Greece to remember the fun you had at the festival!
Another fun activity outside that we enjoyed was watching the Greek dancers! The dancers from the Church are there to perform various Greek dances that come from all around Greece. It’s really interesting to watch the different dance styles and how they change throughout the different regions. When the dancers aren’t performing, the Kakias Family Band is playing and providing Greek music for anyone to hop on the dance floor and enjoy some Greek dancing!
If you’re looking for a drink, outside in the Acropolis Bar they are serving soft drinks, beer, Greek beer, ouzo, wine, and water. They also have coffee, cherryade, ouzo, wine, and Greek beer in the Kafenio.
There are also many activities to enjoy inside of the Church building as well. One of our favorite things to do is look at the beautiful icons and paintings inside of the Church itself. You’ll be bewildered with the beauty of this Church. If you have any questions as you look around, parishioners are avaliable to give tours and talk to you about any questions you may have.
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In the Church social hall, the first thing you will see as you walk in from the main entrance is the jewelry booth. Here, you will find a lot of jewelry that comes straight from Greece, as well as a few pieces from Turkey and Istanbul. Everything is gorgeous, and you’ll see jewelry of all types. They have gold and silver, necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings; any type of jewelry you’re looking for you’ll probably find here! This is a must see for everyone, even if it’s just looking!
Also indoors is more food! You are able to purchase Greek dinners and a la carte to the right as you walk in. The dinners consist of fish, lamb, or chicken, and come with rice pilaf, green beans, a roll, and butter. In the a la carte line, you can get dishes such as moussaka, pastitsio, dolmades, spanikopita, and even a Greek salad. Our advice is to get there early, as the dinners have been known to sell out in previous years! (Keep reading!We have the menu at the end of this blog post!)
Let’s talk dessert! There are several pastries available inside to enjoy! If you’re a fan of walnuts, we highly suggest trying baklava! If chocolate is your thing, you’ll love the chocolate yogurt cake. They also have various types of cookies, cakes, and pastries to try. We promise, there’s a dessert for everyone to enjoy!
Who Can Go:
Anyone can enjoy the festival! From young to old, there’s something to enjoy for everyone! Strollers are welcome and we found it easy to push ours around.
Final Thoughts:
This festival is and always will be one of our favorites! This is a free admission event with free parking, which is absolutely wonderful! This year (2022) it runs from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. on Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July 9. There’s a ton of food, and in our opinion even the pickiest eater should be able to find something delicious! We also love how much entertainment it provides, the littles were thrilled and had a great time! All in all, we believe this is a great event and fun for the whole family! Check it out! Oh, and check out the menu below before you go!
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Thinking about Italian food in Erie, PA tonight? We’ve got a suggestion for you in Valerio’s Italian Restaurant! Italian restaurants in Erie, PA are plenty, but Valerio’s offers several food options for it’s diners, not only in the food that they serve, but in the location options to get that food to you!
Location:
Valerio’s Italian Restaurant has 4 locations (including a main office for catering) in Erie, PA. The location we went to is at 1803 East 38th Street, Erie, PA 16510. We decided to check out this location as it’s close to a local college, Mercyhurst University.
Property Description:
This restaurant is located in it’s own building, and if you’re on 38th street coming from Mercyhurst College, it will be on your right. There is ample parking available in front of the building. When you walk in, there will be a counter to pick up your order directly in front of you. If it’s not done yet, there are benches against the windows for you to sit and wait. To your right there is a drink refrigerator, and to your left there is a small hallway that leads to the dining room.
Counter for Pick Up
What to Do:
Valerio’s is a full service restaurant as well as a take out and delivery service restaurant. You can choose to dine in and enjoy their Italian theme, or if you would rather eat at home or at a different location, you can order online or call in your order. Valerio’s will either deliver your order to you or you can pick it up at the location you order from.
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Their menu is incredibly vast, featuring Italian food of all kinds. They have anything from pizza to soups, Italian stuffers to seafood dinners, subs to Italian dinners such as Chicken Parmesan, Fettuccini Alfredo, Stuffed Shells, and Ravioli. They even have an extremely large pizza called the Sasquatch; with 18 slices this is a great pizza to enjoy during the game! If you’re interested in checking out their entire menu, click here.
On this particular visit, we chose to pick up takeout, and got a simple cheese pizza. However, we’ve had Valerio’s before, and we can vouch that they do have some delicious food on the menu! If you’re looking for take out in Erie, PA, remember that Valerio’s not only offers you the typical “pizza shop” goodness, but several Italian dinners as well!
Large Cheese Pizza
We’ve said it before, there’s nothing like a local pizza shop’s pizza. It’s just different. Everything from the crust to the cheese. This is one you’ll definitely want to try.
Who Can Go:
This restaurant is accessible by all, and of course take out and delivery make it a great option for anyone who doesn’t want to eat inside! Anyone can enjoy Valerio’s food.
Final Thoughts:
Valerio’s is a great local Italian restaurant in Erie, PA that’s been serving Erie since 1994! With 4 locations, you’re bound to be close to one of them whether you’re looking for something near to your house or you’re out and about.
[Editor’s note: Please be aware that we are not affiliated with Valerio’s in any way. This is true of all of our posts. We simply enjoy wandering around Erie as we know finding what to do in Erie, PA area can be hard.]
What do blooming cherry blossom trees, construction equipment, frisbee golf, and muddy trails have in common? You can find all of these things right now at Pleasant Ridge Park!
Weather reaching up to 70 degrees brought us to Pleasant Ridge Park for a little stroll. Even though it rained early Saturday morning, we decided to grab the dog and head to the park; clearly we were hoping it wasn’t too muddy throughout the woods.
FYI: Because this is an update on a previous wandering, we’re linking the article with general information on Pleasant Ridge Park here. With that in mind, check out how our visit on April 23, 2022 went!
With the rain, comes mud.
Currently, the park is pretty muddy. On our walk, we went through several areas of thick, wet, “your shoe will stick in this” mud. The kiddos had a really hard time getting through some of it and had to be picked up. The dog needed a bath when we got home. Our shoes are all being washed. If you don’t like mud, don’t plan a walk here for at least a week. If you don’t mind mud, head on over!
A section of the trails through the woods
“Your shoe will stick in this” mud
It’s that time of year…
Another thing we would caution you about is to check yourself and your dog for ticks. We found 2 on our pup when we arrived home. This shouldn’t deter you from going as it is to be expected in the woods this time of year, but be aware of it and make sure to check your dog any time they spend long periods of time outside.
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Get out your camera!
On another note, the cherry blossom trees are starting to bloom and they are absolutely gorgeous. If you’re a fan of pink trees, head to the park and get some photos as they have 2 on the outskirts of the parking lot, across from the sports fields.
Blooming Cherry Blossom Tree
Perfect Photo Spot
Construction Vehicles
Upon entering the parking lot, you’ll see several construction vehicles currently parked (or at work, depending on when you visit) on the edge of the lot by the fields. They were simply parked during our visit as it was a Saturday afternoon, so we were unable to tell exactly what they were there for. From the looks of the parking lot and the vehicles, our guess is the parking lot refurbishment. If you know what’s going on, please drop us a comment!
Parking Lot
No matter what reason they were there, we had fun looking at them. The littles loved seeing the big vehicles. If you head to the park be sure to take a peek, but remember to keep a safe distance; we kept about a 15 foot distance. It’s important to let kids know this is a “looking” experience and not to touch them. If they look forward to seeing construction vehicles up close and personal, Equipment Day at the zoo is scheduled for 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2022.
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Golfing at the park…with a frisbee?
Walking around, we saw several “holes” (they look like big metal and chain baskets) set up as we went on our walk, and noticed several signs warning you to watch out for flying discs. Pleasant Ridge Park now boasts a disc golf course throughout their 80 acres of park. If this is something you’re interested in, you should definitely go check it out. Although we didn’t play ourselves, we did see other people playing.
Frisbee Golf Hole
We never saw a flying disc or feared getting hit by one, so don’t let this stop you from coming to the park. There are strict rules the disc golfers must follow, signs posted throughout to let you know where you could run into someone playing the sport, and pathways to walk as they play the course.
For more information about disc golf, specifically at Pleasant Ridge Park, please click here.
Final Thoughts:
Although very muddy, we still managed to have a lot of fun on our visit! The mud is not bad at all in the grass near the cherry blossom trees, so if you just want to visit those and play at the small playground, you won’t end up with soaking wet shoes like we did after venturing through the trails. If you do want to venture through the trails, in its current state after the rain, we would recommend visiting the open areas before you head into the woods and get muddy.
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[Editor’s note: Please be aware that we are not affiliated with The Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival in any way. This is true of all of our posts. We simply enjoy wandering around Erie as we know finding what to do in Erie, PA area can be hard.]
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We know what time of year it is. Finals week is quickly approaching and end of the semester projects are due. Knowing there are many colleges in the Erie area, we wanted to highlight a few coffee shops students may want to stop by to have a cram session or work on a project while taking in some much needed caffeine, and maybe even grab a bite to eat!
Pressed
If you’re looking for a place to not only grab a coffee and study, but do a little shopping for books and gifts too, Pressed is a super cool place to visit. Head into the bookstore first and pick up some new reading material (or bring your own) and then walk through the doors into the coffee shop to grab a drink and a snack to enjoy while you read. Hightops, tables, and a couch provide different locations for you to relax while you indulge (in studies or coffee, or both). You can also sit outside, right in front of the shop. This is a great option for Gannon and Mercyhurst students, as it isn’t a very far drive from either. Open from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturdays, and 10:00 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sundays, convenient for those of you who may have evening classes.
Above: Seating in Coffee Shop
Interested in more info? Click the picture above.
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The Crick Coffeehouse & Eatery
Although it is a small drive from most colleges in the area, we think The Crick is worth it. With seating indoors and outdoors, you can choose your atmosphere. This is a great place to go if you’re looking for a place to study while eating breakfast or lunch. The Crick is great for students who enjoy studying earlier in the day, as it is open from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. every day except Monday, when they are closed.
Outdoor Seating
Some Indoor Seating
More info? Click the photo above.
The Mainstreet Cakery Cafe: 2 Locations
Either location (Fairview or Millcreek) of The Mainstreet Cakery Cafe would be great for studying while grabbing a bite to eat. While both locations offer indoor and outdoor seating, you will find a wonderful atmosphere to dive into your studies while enjoying a coffee, eating a meal, or even indulging in a bakery treat or some ice cream. The tables are spaced well, and it’s a great place to meet up with a group for dinner as you dive into your studies. Open from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. every day except for Sunday, this is for studiers at any time of day.
Outdoors: Fairview Location
Indoors: Millcreek Location
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Javamango’s Outpost
A quaint coffee shop and small eatery as a pass-through inside of an office building, Javamango’s Outpost offers a few tables and a hightop bar that are perfect for posting up while hitting the books and enjoying some much needed caffeine. Enjoy the calm atmosphere of a quiet space while you get your study on. Open from 6:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, this is for morning and early afternoon studiers.
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Romolo Chocolates
Studying while drinking coffee in a candy store? Initially, it sounds like a bad idea, and quite unattainable. But if you’ve ever been to Romolo Chocolates, you would understand why it’s a good idea. With a quiet atmosphere in the ice cream and coffee shop, you’ll find couches and tables set up for social interactions or some time to yourself. If you’re more of an outside person, you’ll find several tables outdoors in front and to the side of the building, and even heaters available to warm you in the colder months. Enjoy the provided scenery of a fictional alleyway well lit with many Instagram worthy spots to snap a picture in between cramming for your classes. And added to all of that, you can induldge in some amazing sponge candy! Romolo Chocolate is open from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturdays, and 10:00 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays.
Above: Seating inside of the shop Beside: Seating in front of the shop
[Editors Note: We know there are several other coffee shops in Erie, some we have yet to visit and post on our site. We are not trying to be selective, simply offering choices from our current blog posts. If you have any suggestions of other places we could visit and highlight, please comment and let us know! We want to make sure we mention as much of what Erie has to offer as we can!All business hours are current as of 4/18/2022, please check the hours on their Facebook pages or Google Search if you are reading this at a much later date.]
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[Editor’s note: Please be aware that we are not affiliated with any of these businesses in any way. This is true of all of our posts. We simply enjoy wandering around Erie as we know finding what to do in Erie, PA area can be hard.]
Many of you may have noticed we’ve included Legacy Hydroponics and their events in our previous articles, as we plan to also keep telling you about them in future posts. They are an organic and hydroponic farm loacted in Waterford, PA. All of their produce is ripened on the vine and harvested daily to bring it fresh to your table. They provide the community with several seasonal events on their property, and these events are always a great time.
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We were recently informed that while they were in Florida with their CBD business in January, their main greenhouse collapsed due to a heavy snowstorm. Unfortunately in Pennsylvania, insurance will not cover greenhouses. The estimate given to them was over $30,000.
Their wonderful customers, vendors, family, and friends are throwing a Bingo Fundraiser to help provide funds to fix the greenhouse. The event will take place on April 24, 2022. It will be held at the old McLane Church, as it’s now a Bingo Hall and Event Center, located at 2319 West 38th Street, Erie. Doors open at 1:00 p.m., and at 2:00 p.m. Bingo will promptly start. TIckets for Bingo are $30 if purchased before the event and $35 at the door. All extra Bingo cards will be available at the door for $15. Anyone that reserves their card early will receive a special Bingo card for a special game.
They will have food, drinks, a 50/50, a lottery/gardening raffle tree, pull tabs, tip boards, and a basket raffle. Vendors will also be set up with all of theri wonderful items available for purchase.
If you have any questions about this event or if you would like to make a donation, please contact Legacy Hydroponics through messenger on Facebook. You can purchase your tickets by clicking HERE. You can also support their event page for the fundraiser on Facebook by letting them know that you’re coming!
All money collected by this event will go toward rebuilding their greenhouse.
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[Editor’s note: Please be aware that we are not affiliated with The Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival in any way. This is true of all of our posts. We simply enjoy wandering around Erie as we know finding what to do in Erie, PA area can be hard.]
Fall is not complete without a trip to Frank’s in Erie, PA! This amazing farmers market provides food that will satisfy any appetite, including a rather large bakery for anyone with a sweet tooth!
Location:
Frank’s Market is located at 5880 Sterrettania Road, Fairview, PA 16415. It is literally right across the street from Walnut Creek Middle School, and conveniently located near Browns Farm. We highly suggest grabbing a treat from Franks and heading over to Browns Farm for a little picnic or walk through the trails! It’s also a great place to stop for an after school snack!
Property Description:
Frank’s Farm Market and Bakery is such a lovely country store and bakery. Park anywhere in the parking lot surrounding the shop, and enter through one of their doors. When we went, the doors were propped open to let in the fresh air. Take a look at the produce and products outside, then walk inside and enjoy the wonderful country atmosphere while you shop!
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What to Do:
There are so many unique finds at Frank’s! First and foremost, because we are doing this post in the Fall, we have to mention that you can get pumpkins here! They also have a beautiful selection of mums surrounding the building and in front of the greenhouses.
You will have an abundance of choice if you’re looking for fruits and vegetables! While browsing, we saw potatoes, onions, apples, carrots, celery, spinach, peas, plums, and pears, just to name a few!
And if you’re looking for other staples, grab some eggs, milk, cheese, and bread while you’re browsing the store for locally grown produce!
One thing you must check out while you’re there is the bakery! Frank’s Farm Market offers a plethora of sweet treats. Everyone with us found something that looked yummy to them behind the glass. And trust us, when we sat down to enjoy those treats, they were just as yummy as we expected!
They also have plenty of ornaments for your lawn and garden, or to adorn the site a loved one is buried at. They also have decor for inside of your home, such as signs and plaques to put around your house.
Who Can Go:
Come one, come all to this farmers market in Erie, PA! The little one’s will especially love it because, well, bakery items!
Final Thoughts:
Save yourself a trip to the grocery store by heading out to Franks! No, you’re not going to find name brands and random pantry items that you don’t really need, but you will find fresh fruit and vegetables and locally made food! Shopping local is so important, now more than ever! If you’re looking for more farmers markets in Erie, PA to add to the list that you frequent, we suggest adding Frank’s Farm Market and Bakery to that list!
[Editor’s note: Please be aware that we are not affiliated with The Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival in any way. This is true of all of our posts. We simply enjoy wandering around Erie as we know finding what to do in Erie, PA area can be hard.]
Even though the weather wasn’t very nice, we decided to take a walk at Presque Isle on Saturday, October 23, to check out the trees and see if the colors of Fall have reached the shores of Lake Erie.
We did, indeed, find more color on the trees.
However, we were surprised to see the amount of color below the trees! Colors of all kinds were found in blooming flowers along the water.
If you’re missing Spring and Summer, be sure to take a walk and enjoy looking at these beautiful flowers!
But if you’re ready for Fall and loving the Autumn leaves, you’ll find them by looking up.
The trees are definitely changing, and more vibrant than they were last time we visited.
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When you’re not looking for a great new coffee place, you probably won’t find it. A lot of us just travel in the car (whether in the passenger seat or back seat), staring at our phones, not paying attention to the world around us outside of our windows. Well, we’ve recently decided to put the phones down and start looking out the window, and we’re happy to say that we found Javamango’s Outpost in Waterford, PA.
Location:
Javamango’s in Waterford, PA is a very simple coffee shop in a limited space. First of all, we think it has a great location amidst the different types of offices located in Heritage Center. If you are headed to the outpatient center or physical therapy, it’s a great stop to grab a cup of coffee or quick meal.
Property Description:
When you walk into the center door of the Heritage Center in Waterford, continue straight forward and you will see Javamango’s on your left. There is a small counter where you order. You’ll see bakery items for sale behind a case, and different drink descriptions to your left as you stand at the counter.
There is a table to eat at before you even get to Javamango’s when you walk in, but theres also a 4 top table across from the counter and a bar area on the back wall.
What to Do:
This coffee shop in Waterford, PA offers a good selection of coffee, drinks, bakery items, and sandwiches. We only tried a few things on this visit, but we really enjoyed what we got!
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We’ll talk drinks first. One of us enjoyed the “French Lumberjack,” which is a café au lait, with smoked maple syrup and cinnamon. It was delicious, to say the least. A wonderful Fall hot beverage that just gives you all those Fall feels. If only we had flannel on and were walking in the Autumn woods. The second drink we tried was the “Latte-da-de-da,” which is flavored Macadamia nut milk with caramel and a little dark chocolate. It was very, very tasty, and also full of caffeine!
Latte-da-de-da
French Lumberjack
We also wanted to try the Italian soda, and when we saw the flavor sign we just had to ask for the secret menu! We ended up choosing watermelon, and we have to say we’re proud of that choice! Beware that the soda is slightly on the sweeter side, but they can tweak it to your liking by messing with the amount of flavor.
We wanted to try some of their baked foods as well, so we went with two different muffins, blueberry and chocolate with chocolate chips. Both muffins were really good; moist inside yet still crumby and flaky. The littles thought they were “so yummy and delicious.”
Who Can Go:
Anyone can come to this coffee shop in Waterford! Don’t assume that you can’t come in if you don’t have an appointment in the building. The location of this coffee shop in Erie County adds convenience to those who work or visit the building. We were confused at first, wondering if we could enter; however, this coffee shop is for all!
Although it is a bit far from our local colleges, we really think this would be a great setting to study in. There doesn’t seem to be a lot of traffic, and the atmosphere was calm and quiet.
Final Thoughts:
We really enjoyed this simple coffee shop. We’re happy to try several different kinds of coffee, and the flavors at Javamango’s were exceptional. If you’re on the hunt for a great cup of coffee in Erie County, try Javamango’s!
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[Editor’s note: Please be aware that we are not affiliated with Javamango’s Outpost in any way. This is true of all of our posts. We simply enjoy wandering around Erie as we know finding what to do in Erie, PA area can be hard.]
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