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! Many are locally sourced and they are all great!

Within 1 block:

• 1794 The Whiskey Rebellion  D

  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 Carlislepolitan with the cranberry shrub and one of the over 50 whiskeys! Open for Dining Mon-Sat 4pm to 10pm, For the Bar Mon-Sat 4pm-Midnight 

• 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, sitting area and event space. Open Mon & Wed 11am-8pm, Thu-Sat 11am-11pm Sun 11am-5pm, closed Tuesday. 

Within 2 blocks:

• Denim Coffee LD

  3 South Hanover Street, 717-269-3593

  Open daily-hours varied; BYOB

• Gingerbread Man LD
  5 South Courthouse Ave. 717-249-6970

  Victorian saloon decor, good pub grub, popular “Happy Hour” spot and college hangout; Open daily 11am-11pm; Full Bar
  

• Helena’s Chocolate Cafe & Creperie  LD

  36 West High Street 717-254-6453

  Delicious crepes, both savory and sweet, absolutely wonderful macaroons and candies! Open Tues to Sat 7:30am to 9pm, Sun 8am to 2pm
  

• Issei Noodle LD

  54 West High Street, 717-243-7826

  Casual Japanese/Vietnamese noodle house featuring made to order rice bowl and noodle specialties in a modern open kitchen that includes fresh forms of Ramen, Udon, Yakisoba, Vietnamese Pho and other infused style noodles from the Pacific Rim. Open Tue-Sat 11am-2:15pm and 5pm-8:15pm; NO BYOB

• Vinny LD

  330 South Hanover Street 717-249-6417

  Casual Italian/Sicilian cuisine; Homemade Bread & Pizza dough, great subs & pizzas! Open Sun-Thu 10:30am-9pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am-10pm; BYOB

• Jewels of India  LD

  26 North Hanover Street  (717) 254-6585

  Excellent authentic Indian cuisine.

Within 3 blocks:

• Grazery  L

  156 West High Street 717-249-4310

  Mediterranean inspired soups, sandwiches, salads and special homemade desserts! Open Mon-Sat 11am-2:00pm 

• Cafe Bruges  LD

  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 LD

  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 LD

  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  LD

  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  LD

  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 LD

  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  LD

  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 LD

  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
  

• Tawan Thai LD

  141 West High Street 717-899-4383

  Cuisine of Thailand; offers exotic and delightful Thai cuisine in a romantic atmosphere. The full menu of Thai food includes appetizers, soups, salads, entrées an chef’s specialties. Also featured are lunch box specials which include choice of soup, salad, entrée and dessert (dine-in only).Open Tues-Sun 11am–3pm, 4:30pm – 9pm

Within 4 to 5 blocks:

• AYA Japanese Steakhouse  LD

  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  LD

  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’ L

  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 LD

  800 W High St 717-240-0721 

  Good basic diner food

• Miseno Pizza & Ristorante LD

  598 West High Street, 717-240-0133

  Casual Italian cuisine. Beer Only; BYOB 

• Pizza Grille LD

  51007 Ritner Hwy 717-218-2320

  Pizzas, Seafood, Pasta and Salads Open Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm BYOB

• Rustic Tavern LD

  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 LD

  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 LD

  6 Front Street, Boiling Springs, 717-258-507

  Casual Italian cuisine BYOB; 

• Cassell’s Grille   LD

  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   D

  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  LD

  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 LD

  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