Dining Near The Carlisle House
One of everybody’s favorite things to do is eat! And with this choice of great restaurants near us, you can eat really well in Carlisle, PA! All hours are subject to change based on owner descrition. We try our best to keep them updated but please check their website for the most accurate hours. Many are locally sourced and they are all great!
Within 1 block:
- 1794 The Whiskey Rebellion
10 South Hanover Street 800-704-1188
This specialty steak restaurant celebrates the Central PA Area and its farms, foods and ingredients in a newly renovated dining room setting. The bar features house-made infusions, Tait Farms Shrubs, PA gin, rum, vodka from Big Spring Distillery in Center Hall, PA and the special drinks that are just the beginning. Try the Copper Bulleit and one of over 50 whiskeys! Don’t forget about the wonderful food, including massive amounts of onion rings and steak. Open for dining Mon-Thur 4pm to 9pm and Fri-Sat 4pm to 10pm. Bar Mon-Sat 4pm-11pm.
- Castlerigg Wine Shop WINE
110 South Hanover Street 717-462-4663
Carlisle’s exclusive retailer of fine Pennsylvania wines. Beautiful wine bar warmly nestled against the hearth of just one of the fireplaces in the 1890s shop. Features a tasting bar, hors d’oeuvres, live music on weekends, frequent fun events, sitting area and event space. On days when their kitchen is not open, they have a small variety of food available. Open Mon-Thur 11am to 6pm Fri-Sat 11am to 8pm and Sun 1pm-5pm. Kitchen Fri 4pm to 7:30 pm, Sat 2pm to 7:30 pm.
Within 2 blocks:
- Coffee
3 South Hanover Street, 717-382-6104
Cute coffee shop down the block. Locally owned and featuring Denim’s Coffee Beans, which are roasted fresh weekly. Open Mon-Sat 7am to 6pm, Sun 7:30-6pm
- Gingerbread Man
5 South Courthouse Ave. 717-249-6970
Victorian saloon decor, good pub grub, popular “Happy Hour” spot and college hangout; Open daily 11am to midnight; Full Bar
- Helena’s Chocolate Cafe & Creperie
36 West High Street 717-254-6453
Delicious crepes, both savory and sweet, absolutely wonderful macaroons, coffee and candies! Open Sun-Mon 8am to 2pm, Tues-Sat 8am to 6pm, Fri-Sat 8am to 8pm
- Issei Noodle
54 West High Street, 717-243-7826
Casual Japanese/Vietnamese/Thai/Laotian noodle house featuring made to order rice bowls and noodle specialties in a modern open kitchen that includes fresh forms of Ramen, Udon, Yakisoba, Vietnamese Pho and other infused style noodles. Open Tue-Wed 5pm to 8pm, Thur-Sat 11am to 2pm and and 5pm-8:15pm; NO BYOB
- Vinny
330 South Hanover Street 717-249-6417
Casual Italian/Sicilian cuisine; Homemade Bread & Pizza dough, great subs & pizzas! Open Sun 11am to 2pm and 3pm to 8pm, Tue-Wed 11am to 2pm and 3:30pm to 8 pm, Thur-Fri 11am to 2pm and 3pm to 8pm, Sat 11am to 8pm; BYOB
- Passage to India
26 North Hanover Street (717) 254-6585
Excellent authentic Indian cuisine.
Within 3 blocks:
- Grazery
156 West High Street 717-249-4310
Mediterranean inspired soups, sandwiches, salads and special homemade desserts! Open Mon-Sat 11am-2:00pm
- Cafe
16 North Pitt Street 717-960-0223
Belgian Bistro, Moules Frites, Steak Frites, Waterzooi, Stoemp Saucisse and lots of other gourmet bistro treats, with wonderful Belgian Beers and Ales! Sunday Brunch with great Eggs Benedicts! Open daily 11:30am-9 or later pm; Authentic Belgian Beer Only-NO BYOB; Walk-in only, Reservations not required;
- George’s Subs & Pizza
121 West High Street 717-243-5809
Family owned since opening in 1958; classic strombolis, pizzas and subs Open Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm; NO BYOB
- Hamilton
55 West High Street 717-249-4410
Greek owned local favorite since 1920s and award winner for best hot dogs; try their famous “hotchee” dog and Greek salads; (Imagine the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding) Open Mon-Sat 6am-9:30pm; Full Bar
- Market Cross Pub
113 North Hanover Street 717-258-1234
English pub food such as Fish & Chips,Cottage and Shepherd’s Pie, Beef & Guinness and a selection of classic sandwiches and entrees; has microbrewery on premises with selection of 4 MCP brews Open daily 11am-10/12pm
- Mount Fuji
149 North Hanover Street 717-243-2788
Classic Japanese-Sushi, sashimi, steaks, seafood; highly recommended by our cosmopolitan guests Open Tue-Sun 11/12am-9:30/11pm; BYOB
- North Hanover Grille
39 North Hanover Street 717-241-5517
Greek owned restaurant and bar; wide variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, wraps, pastas, seafood, and dinners. Open Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm Fri-Sat until 11pm); Beer Only-NO BYOB
- Redd’s Smokehouse BBQ
109 North Hanover Street 717-254-6419
At Redd’s, they pride themselves in offering a high quality product with an excellent taste of the South. Their homemade BBQ is made from their own special recipes, featuring a selection of ribs, pulled pork and chicken all smoked on real applewood Open Wed-Sun 11am-8pm; BYOB
- Taqueria Laurita
150 West High Street 717-386-5099
Real flavor of Mexican cooking – a traditional authentic Mexican experience with corn taco, quesadilla, and sopa options. WTF – rotating Weekly Taco Feature. Ross Morris’s newest gourmet venture Open Tue-Thu 6pm to 1am; Fri-Sat 6pm to 2:30am; Lunch hours coming soon; BYOB
- Taqueria Laurita
150 West High Street 717-386-5099
Real flavor of Mexican cooking – a traditional authentic Mexican experience with corn taco, quesadilla, and sopa options. WTF – rotating Weekly Taco Feature. Ross Morris’s newest gourmet venture Open Tue-Thu 6pm to 1am; Fri-Sat 6pm to 2:30am; Lunch hours coming soon; BYOB
Within 4 to 5 blocks:
- AYA Japanese Steakhouse
235 South Spring Garden Street 717-218-8000
All things Japanese! Great choices of Hibachi with classic grill-work, fire and artistry, Sushi, Sashimi, Teriyaki and more. Open Mon-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11:30am to 10:00pm; BYOB
- Chen’s Asian
310 North Hanover Street 717-258-1238
Chen’s offers a wide array of classic Chinese specialties as well as Japanese and Thai dishes. The menu features many items such as Red Curry Chicken, Thai Basil Duck, Sizzling Beef with Scallops, Crispy Peking Duck, and all things Japanese-Sushi and Sashimi-unique rolls like White Tiger Roll with tuna, scallion, wasabi tobiko over yellowtail, cucumber and avocado.Chen’s offers seats at the sushi bar or at tables in one of two dining rooms. Open Mon-Thu 11am-10pm,Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sunday 12 noon-10pm; BYOB
- Sunrise Cafe
231 North Hanover Street 223-212-5192
Authentic NY deli style bagels and sandwiches. OPEN Monday – Friday: 8 am – 2 pm, Saturday and Sunday: 8 am – 1 pm
Within 1 mile:
- Carlisle Diner
800 W High St 717-240-0721
Good basic diner food
- Miseno Pizza & Ristorante
598 West High Street, 717-240-0133
Casual Italian cuisine. Beer Only; BYOB
- Pizza Grille
51007 Ritner Hwy 717-218-2320
Pizzas, Seafood, Pasta and Salads Open Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm BYOB
- Rustic Tavern
823 Newville Road, 717-245-2999
Casual dining utilizing local produce, meats and other products as well as weekly fresh seafood specials; good crab-cakes and steaks Open Mon-Sat 11am-10pm; Full Bar
Within 2 miles:
- Marcello’s
900 Cavalry Road, 717-258-1222
Casual dining; Italian homemade recipes and warm hospitality; good variety and excellent daily specials Open daily 10am-10:30/11:30pm BYOB; – 2 Harrisburg Stars for that Special Dinner!!
Outside Carlisle:
- Aniles Ristorante & Pizzeria
6 Front Street, Boiling Springs, 717-258-507
Casual Italian cuisine BYOB;
- Cassell’s Grille
5 West Pine Street, Mt. Holly Springs PA 17065 717-486-8800
Upscale casual restaurant specializing in fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, Prime Rib, mouthwatering burgers, homemade soups, a variety of salads, and appetizers sure to please! Three dining options: Tavern, Dining Room, and a deck weather permitting. Cassell’s Grille is about 10 minutes from the Carlisle House. Open Tue-Sat 11am to 9pm, Sun 11am-8pm; Full Bar
- Chalit’s Thai Bistro
5517 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg 717-695-9889
The young innovative chef/owner is known for his Thai Tapas (which you can get at lunch-time in half portions). Their “Specials” board always has interesting additions to the regular menu, and you can choose your level of spiciness from a 1-4 range. Chalits is about 20 minutes from the Carlisle House. Open Mon-Thu 4pm to 9pm, Fri 4pm-10pm, Sat 12pm-10pm; BYOB
- Hellenic Kouzina
500 East Main Street, Mechanicsburg 717-766-2990
A Greek cafe with a great range of Greek dishes from Avgolemono through Yigantes Plaki, with burgers and fries for the less adventurous! Hellenic Kouzina is about 20 minutes from the Carlisle House. Open Tue-Thu 11am-8pm, Fri-Sat 11am-9pm; BYOB
National Restaurants:
- Applebee’s
260 Noble Blvd. 717-245-2500
Full Bar
- Chilis
2 House Lane 243-8003
Full Bar
- Cracker Barrel
3 E. Garland Drive 717-241-2161
- Hoss Steak and Sea
1151 Harrisburg Pike 258-4468
- Panera
80 Noble Boulevard 717-218-5023
Bread, pastry, soup and sandwiches
- Red Robin
236 Westminster Drive 717-258-1030
Imaginative selection of fresh, high-quality gourmet burgers and other menu items in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere; 11am-11pm Full Bar’s