Restaurants near Carlisle

“My boyfriend has been craving fried chicken for MONTHS now. We have eaten it from random places here and there, none of it really that good. I brought him some of Garretts fried chicken last night and the excitement on this man's face after his first bite; he said "That's the chicken I've been craving!!!" It was so good the best chicken he's ever had. Honestly though all of the food is amazing. This is our favorite restaurant.”

“Today we ventured down to Dicks on Main in tiny Carlisle, Kentucky. Population 2,627. The kind of town where the diner is the heartbeat of Main Street and where folks come looking for two things: a hot meal and the comfort of a warm cup of coffee. Walking in, you feel that rhythm right away. Locals crowding into booths, servers moving with easy confidence, and coffee pots making their endless rounds.

The lunch menu keeps it classic. Meat and sides or a sandwich. No confusion, no ten page menu, just honest choices. The daily special was salmon cakes, but I went with the country fried steak, mashed potatoes, and creamed peas, with a slice of butterscotch pie waiting on the horizon.

The open kitchen adds a feeling I really enjoy. Like being back home with family cooking, pans clattering, gravy bubbling, and someone always sliding a pie out of the oven. They are open seven days a week and judging by the lunch crowd it is one of the few places in town to gather for a meal.

Recent reviews match the experience. Wholesome food. Daily specials. Fresh baked pies. A welcoming vibe. Quick, attentive service where your coffee cup never has a chance to run low.

The country fried steak tasted exactly as a good home cooked one should. Tender inside, crisp outside, seasoned just right. The mashed potatoes were fluffy and buttery. And the creamed peas were perfect for me, smooth and warm and comforting. I have been blending mine at home lately with a little salt, cream, and butter. Nannette thinks I am nuts and prefers hers whole with just a light touch of salt, something about eating healthy she says.

But the real surprise was the brown gravy. Smooth, creamy, and carrying that unmistakable flavor of browned butter, the kind that tells you someone is taking time with a skillet instead of pouring from a packet. It tied the whole plate together.

And then there was the butterscotch pie. Sweet, old fashioned, silky, and made with the sort of care that only comes from repetition and pride.

If you find yourself anywhere near Carlisle, put Dicks on Main on your list. It is the kind of small town diner that reminds you why these places matter. Simple food, made with heart, served with a smile, and comforting in all the right ways.”

“Hunt Brothers Pizza is a great pizza for anybody searching for really good tasting food the employees are always very respectful their Pizza is also never undercooked or overcooked it is always just right with a perfect amount of toppings”

“Fast, friendly service. The food is good, with large portions!”

“My daughter really enjoyed the place and she has really made a couple of friends here. She always enjoys coming to the subway here. Overall great environment and great people”

“We ordered delivery for the first time tonight. We just moved to our home so the address is a little difficult to find when using GPS and is also out of their normal delivery area. They were super friendly about it and the pizza was super delicious! We will definitely be ordering again!!”

“First time at this small, restaurant i have passed on a number of occasions and always promised to come back and try it. And finally, did, and i'm glad I did the food came out.Piping hot and was delicious. I was planning on going to try a steak, but when I saw the dinner special that evening of salmon croquettes, which I love, I knew I had to try them. served with gravy and two sides with cornbread, it was delicious. Also tried their desserts. Yes, plural, I took some home, and I plan to share with a neighbor but they had all three of my favorites, which I cannot find at most restaurants, blackberry cobbler, coconut cream pie and banana pudding. I'll definitely go back and more than likely on a wednesday night for the salmon croquet specials, which are not on the menu. There was only one server, and luckily I was there. Early, and not many people. But as more showed it was harder to get her time but she was sweet, great with recommendations and was helpful in understanding some of the pictures in the restaurant? And I highly recommend that you take time to walk down memory lane and look at the pictures everywhere! ask some of the locals or people working there about them. Very interesting!!”

“Leigha’s has the best pizza. We’ve visited the area several times and always look forward to their pizza. Price is great, online ordering, and pickup works great for us!”