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Westside Market on Powell

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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.

@wandererie814

Westside Market is a great place for hometown groceries and trinkets! Also, amazing food and smoothies! #eriepa #travel #814 #erie #pennsylvania

♬ Haven’t Met You Yet – Michael Bublé

🛍️ Local Goods & Handmade Finds

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.

Looking for more hidden gems in Erie? WanderErie.com has you covered!

Sweny’s Godfrey Run

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Locally grown produce, cozy country charm, and ice cream right off the road.

📍 Where it’s at

Sweny’s Godfrey Run Farm is located in Lake City, just a short drive west of Erie. The address for your GPS is 9000 West Lake Rd, Lake City, PA 16423. You’ll spot it along Route 5. There’s a big white sign outside, you can’t miss it!

Open hours are: Monday-Wednesday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Thursday-Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., plenty of time to stop by after work or enjoy a summer morning or evening!

Sweny’s Godfrey Run is now under new ownership by the Sweny family, and they’ve brought fresh energy and exciting upgrades to this classic local spot. Inside, you’ll find a beautiful sign with a thoughtful tribute to the previous owner—a heartfelt touch that shows just how much this place means to the community. There’s easy parking, and the whole place feels like a little slice of countryside tradition.

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🍓 What’s good

@wandererie814

Amazing place for ice cream, fresh fruit, wine, and more! Sweny’s Godfrey Run in Lake City, PA! #erie #eriepa #814 #lakecity #lakecitypa #countryroads #eriecounty #icecream #fruitstand #grandopening

♬ Summertime – Kenny Chesney

They also have a bar where you can currently purchase local wine, with craft beer and cider selections coming soon. They also plan to offer seasonal specialty drinks that highlight the season and fresh fruits they’re selling in store, making the menu just as local and fresh as the produce. What makes this bar extra special? You can order from a window if your sitting outside! What a cool, special touch that we’ve never seen at a place like this.

Sweny’s Godfrey Run is a special little market with big ambitions. Their grand opening was phenomenal, and we can’t wait to come back for one of their upcoming live music events. Be sure to follow them on social media!

From January through April, they also hope to make the venue available for private event rentals (timeline to be finalized). So if you stop by and love the place as much as we do, maybe you can host your next event here!

👨‍👩‍👧 Who it’s good for

Families who want to enjoy a simple, fun farm stop with ice cream and fresh produce

Locals stocking up on seasonal goodsRoad trippers driving Route 5 or following the Lake Erie Wine Trail

Wine lovers interested in sampling local wines while browsing farm goods

Anyone looking for old-fashioned charm and quality food

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🌾 Final thoughts

Sweny’s Godfrey Run is more than a farm stand—it’s an Erie County gem. Whether you’re after a crisp local apple, a scoop of ice cream on a hot day, or just a peaceful roadside stop, this little red barn delivers.

Looking for more family-friendly farm stops, ice cream stands, and seasonal markets? Check out more, right here, on wandererie.com!