11 Can't Miss Dishes Around Town Must-try menu selections from the Erie area by Erie Reader Staff Adamov Food has always been an important part of Erie life. We have such a fantastic array of local, independently-owned restaurants to choose from, and for many, checking them off one-by-one has been a badge of honor. Over the course of the last 12 months, patronizing these restaurants has become even more important, not just for our appetites and our sanity, but for keeping these places afloat with our orders. As indoor dining slowly opens up, many Erieites are still living the to-go lifestyle, and for good reason. Takeout remains the #1 option for those trying to be safe, and all of these dishes are available in that fashion. Have you ever wondered what you should try out at a new place? Feast your eyes on this helpful list of some of our favorite takeaways from some of the best Erie-area restaurants, each with menus filled with plenty of other items that will assuredly tickle the tongue as well. But don't take our word for it, let your taste buds be the judge. The following is our second annual selection of a few of our personal favorites. We started with ten and added one for good measure. Bon Appetit!