Smugglers' Wharf - Erie

I recently dined at Smugglers Wharf and, unfortunately, the only redeeming qualities of the restaurant are its view and location. Beyond that, I’m baffled as to how this place remains open, much less how it averages decent reviews. We started with the Seafood Dip, which was more like a runny soup than a dip. While it had some flavor, it was so watery that we had to rely on the bread to make it somewhat edible. The coconut shrimp was excessively sweet, reminiscent of funnel cake batter, and the fried fish had a greasy, thick breading with no flavor, resembling croissants more than anything else. Even the French fries were poorly cooked, burnt, and unseasoned. The salad was just iceberg lettuce, offering the nutritional value of ice. The only thing that we actually ate was the “soup” and bread. We literally couldn’t stomach the rest. Service was equally disappointing. It took 15 minutes for a waiter to greet us and take our drink orders. The interior of the restaurant feels outdated and gives off a dingy, dirty vibe & the food itself is extremely overpriced. Overall, the dining experience was far from pleasant, and I wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re there solely for the view.