Because the home-boss was in the mood for a drive. She ordered a…read moreLemon/Strawberry Scones & an Egg Bacon & Cheese Crepe & Cappuccino to wash it down. The crepe was overstuffed with Egg, Bacon & cheese and half went home. A Mocha a Pulled Pork, Mushroom $ Smoked Gouda Cream were my choices. The pulled pork was very tender and moist paired well with the mushrooms & Gouda. Delivered hot to the table. Staff & Management very friendly and hospitable.

Highly recommend! This place not only has a friendly staff but they also have the best French…read moreMacarons I've ever had! Very welcoming vibe. It's a must to stop in every time I'm in the area.

Nonna Ilva is a great choice for a meal in Carlisle. With great prices, delicious food, a warm…read moreatmosphere, and amazing staff, you will definitely want to come back. -The Vodkaroni Pizza is a MUST TRY! It is so delicious! -Our server Bobbie was fantastic! She was very kind and knowledgeable. She also took the time to talk with us about the town, and we left feeling like a friend.

Friday night date night on the nicest evening of the year so far felt like the perfect excuse to…read morefinally check out Nonna Ilva after seeing it all over social media. I was craving pizza, my adventure buddy was craving a cheesesteak, and this seemed like the perfect place to satisfy both. Parking is street-only, but it's free after 5pm, which is a win for dinner plans. I managed to snag a spot right out front without having to parallel park or circle the block, which honestly felt like a small victory before the night even started. We had planned to meet at 5:30pm, but due to a slightly delayed adventure buddy situation, we walked in closer to 5:45pm -- right at peak "everyone else had the same idea" time. The place was absolutely PACKED. There was one table left in the main dining area (which we grabbed immediately), though we were told there was additional seating in another room. From our table out front, we had a full view of the action...which turned out to be both entertaining and a little telling. Going into the evening, I had already done my homework (because of course I did) and had spent the week narrowing down my order. Everything on the menu sounded incredible, but I ultimately landed on the Broccoli & Sausage Pizza Bianche -- a white pizza topped with mozzarella, broccoli, sausage, chili oil, and burrata. My adventure buddy chose the standard cheesesteak (hoagie roll, onions, provolone), which was exactly the level of culinary risk I expected from him. It quickly became clear that Nonna Ilva was significantly understaffed that evening. We waited about 15 minutes before anyone came to take our drink order, and the three staff members we saw were absolutely hustling -- managing the dining room, takeout orders, and a steady stream of DoorDash pickups. They were working hard, but there were simply too many customers for the team on hand. When our server did make it over, we placed both our drink and food orders at the same time to avoid any additional delays. About 20 minutes later, the cheesesteak arrived -- hot and solid, though a bit more straightforward than expected. Despite ordering it with onions, it came out fairly plain with just steak and cheese on a toasted roll. Flavor-wise, it delivered, but it didn't quite stand out. About 10 minutes after that, my pizza arrived -- and WOW. Absolutely stunning. Piled high with sausage, broccoli, and burrata, and finished with a generous drizzle of chili oil, it looked every bit as good as I had hoped. The timing, however, was a bit of a letdown. My adventure buddy had waited to eat until my food arrived (a noble decision), but by the time the pizza hit the table, his cheesesteak had cooled off quite a bit. Not ideal, but we made the best of it. Now let's talk about the pizza -- because this is where Nonna Ilva completely redeemed itself for me. I have been on a lifelong search for a truly great white pizza, and more often than not, it's been a disappointment -- bland, oily, and clearly an afterthought on most menus. But Nonna Ilva? Nonna Ilva cares about white pizza. This was hands down one of the best white pizzas I've ever had. Perfectly balanced, flavorful, and clearly crafted with intention. The chili oil brought just the right amount of heat, the sausage and broccoli were generous and well-distributed, and the burrata? Game changer. I've never seen another local spot incorporate burrata into a white pizza like this, and it absolutely made the dish. This is the white pizza I've been searching for. The kind I will go out of my way to come back for again and again. Unfortunately, the service side of the experience just didn't match the quality of the food that night. The staff was clearly overwhelmed, and it showed throughout the entire visit. Even paying the bill proved to be a challenge -- we eventually walked up to the register and waited in line with DoorDash drivers just to close out. We still left a good tip because the effort was there -- the team was working hard -- but the overall experience inside the restaurant felt chaotic. I had originally planned to grab dessert from their case, but decided to skip it and head elsewhere given the situation. Next time? I'll absolutely be back for that pizza... but I'll likely go the takeout route like many others seem to be doing. Because while the service may have struggled that night, the food -- specifically that white pizza -- is 100% worth coming back for!

Chocolates & other goodies…read more Having the opportunity to spend a week in Carlisle, I do what I tend to do in such circumstances: explore the area to find things I enjoy to make the stay a little bit better. I had driven past this shop twice, and finally had some extra time to get in there while it was open, and I'm glad I did. The shop is very European-ish in appearance; perfectly arranged rows of chocolates of every type. Teas, gelatos, coffees and other goods round out the offerings. I had my mind set on chocolates, and did a little browsing to get an idea of what was what. The young guy working there was in training and was pretty nervous. Rebecca, who had been busy with something else, came to the rescue. She was just wonderful; knew the products inside and out, and explained the different types of chocolates and how they were priced. I was able to make a decent selection of truffles and Rebecca hand wrapped each piece and put them in a box- the presentation was perfect as I had mentioned I would be bringing these for some friends to try. Had a great conversation while she toiled away, and the background music was the perfect accompaniment to the wares. Overall it was a wonderful visit, with fabulous customer service. I only wish it was open later for an after-dinner espresso / gelato. Prices were as expected for gourmet chocolates. Parking on the street Definitely give them a visit if in Carlisle.

Fun experience! There are plenty of goodies to choose from. The service was good, all of my…read morequestions were able to be answered. I was able to enjoy a window seat!

This is such a hidden gem of a local small business! The woman running the place today was so…read morefriendly, told us the story behind some of their product names, and let us sample a variety of things. They didn't open until 3 pm today but we were there early, so we waited around outside until they did. We sampled all kinds of doughs and ice creams! We ended up getting 4 scoops and two pints of dough to take home, plus kettle corn. The price point was great for this quality of product. We live about 30 minutes away but will be back!

Nice little Cookie dough & Ice Cream shop on Hannover Street in Carlisle we kind of hit it at a…read morereal busy time being it was the Ice Festival but we wanted a little desert after dinner was walked of so this was on the way back to the car so we thought we try it! I made the mistake of trying the Peanut Butter with Jimmies & White Chocolate Mocha with Macadamia Nuts I thought I was getting ice cream instead it was cookie dough. It had a good taste but it was really sweet and my combo even made it sweeter and the fact is I was thinking Ice Cream! Anyway service was quick if you knew what you wanted & the place is clean and there is seating! Hopefully we'll get another chance to try the Ice Cream.

This is a wonderful bakery. Prices are always very reasonable and everything I've ever had has been…read moredelicious. Staff are also always very nice and happy to chat or make recommendations.

So I left Carlisle in 99 had a lemon sponge pie that was phenomenal. Was referred to this place…read moreafter searching since December for a lemon sponge pie bought got up this morning to go to this bakery to buy this pie spent $18 for a pie for it to taste like a lemon meringue pie. Absolutely unacceptable. It's not what I remember. I was hoping to take the first bite and be brought back to the 90s, but it's not the same. This literally was a lemon meringue pie for $18. I will not buy anything else from this place again because it's not what I remember, it's not the same but it's the same culture of people so I don't know what happened but again I'm telling you if you're looking for something nostalgic, you're not gonna get it from here. I'm still on the search for that. Perfect lemon sponge pie.

Absolutely amazing ice cream with affordable prices for the generous amount provided. Great to see…read morecash only places also

I have lived within 30 miles of Leo's Homemade Ice Cream for the majority of my life... and somehow…read morenever knew it existed. Which, honestly, feels like a personal failure at this point. When my Friday night post-dinner dessert plans fell apart, Leo's popped up as a backup option -- and what a plot twist that turned out to be. We arrived around 7:15pm on what was easily the nicest Friday evening of the year so far, and the place was PACKED. Line out the door, people everywhere, full-on "this must be good" energy. But here's the impressive part -- the line moved FAST. Before I knew it, I was inside trying to make one of life's hardest decisions: choosing a flavor. Leo's offers a huge variety of homemade ice cream flavors, and you can tell they take pride in having something for everyone. From classic favorites to more creative options -- and even a sugar-free vanilla option -- there's a ton to choose from. I genuinely stood there for a minute just taking it all in. I ultimately went with a kid's dish of S'mores, and WOW...this was easily one of the best S'mores ice creams I've ever had. Super creamy, perfectly balanced, and packed with flavor. The graham cracker, chocolate, and marshmallow all showed up exactly how they should -- no one ingredient overpowering the others. Just smooth, nostalgic, campfire-in-a-bowl perfection. Also, can we talk about value for a second? $3.50 for a kid's dish? In this economy?! Absolutely worth it. One of the biggest surprises, though, was the space itself. There's plenty of on-site parking, and out back is a huge picnic area with tables, chairs, and even a covered patio. It's the kind of setup that makes you want to linger -- not just grab ice cream and go. Total summer evening vibes. And I have to give a quick shoutout to something I deeply appreciate: their hours. Leo keeps it simple -- open every day from 12pm to 9pm. No guessing, no seasonal "are they open today?" confusion, no wonky schedule to keep track of. Just consistent, reliable ice cream access, which I respect immensely. Now that I know Leo's exists, it's officially in my regular rotation. I already have a mental list of flavors I need to go back and try (including that sugar-free vanilla, because now I'm curious), and I can absolutely see myself spending warm evenings out back enjoying more of Leo's frozen goodness. Better late than never, I guess -- but wow, have I been missing out.

Came here for the first time with some family. Hubby and I ordered two scoops- lemon meringue pie…read moreand mango sticky rice. Total came out to approximately $6, which included a military discount of 15%. What's Hot - Menu. Pretty great variety! This is the first time I've come across mango sticky rice. They had the standard flavors of chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, etc... but they also had unique flavors, like lemon meringue pie and lychee martini. I also saw pints of jalapeño margarita in their cold freezer with pre-prepared. - Quality. Delish! Their mango sticky rice actually has little bits of sweet sticky rice, which added a nice subtle texture. Their lemon meringue pie had a nice lemon flavor that was slightly tart, but still sweet, and Graham cracker crust swirled in. - Service. You can ask for free samples. - Cost. You pay per scoop and whether you order a cone. I don't remember the cost per scoop, but based on what we ordered, to include the quality and portions of the scoops, I would say it's good value for money. What's Not - Location. It's at the end of a fairly large plaza, so it's easy to miss, depending on where you are in the plaza. - Seating. There are a few tables and chairs. There's also a short counter with a few high chairs. I'm sure there are days that are crowded that make it difficult to find seating, so be prepared for the day and time you go. Final answer Would like to return again.

Pretty good ice cream. Needs more peanut butter choices. Like at least one. Service was really good.read more

The heat of the day melted my winter brain, promenaded me by my spring slumber and slipped me…read morestraight into summer mode. The signal of sweat ignited the inner petition for a sweet treat - particularly one of a frozen delight. I surveyed the Carlisle and Harrisburg market for local legends, amidst the mass never-ending chains, and I landed on Masseys which from the outside appeared to have the right to call itself a landmark. Wait... LB... what are you doing in... don't worry about it. Labors. Completing my labors. The old school vibe and the trixie tang of Chanel No.5 cream told me most of what I needed to know. This was gonna slap, snap, snip, snop, stomp, twist and tuck. And if it didn't - I'd fall to my knees right in that parking lot. I'd be forced to bow down onto my knees and beg to the Gods for strength as Heracles once did during his own labors. For my penance, as those before me, I'd continue across a distance on said knees to showcase my humility and my humbleness like nobody else is capable of. Lucky for me - I popped open the door and was welcomed with delightful attitude. Everyone in the vicinity was happy. Not one mildly content face, nobody sad. All happy people eating happy ice cream. GREAT SIGN. And listen. If ya know the playa, ya know the game. Custard is superior. If custard is available... I'm crushing some custard baby. Book it, bake it and shake it baby. Yea shake that thing. I'm gonna take that thing. So yes. I peeped that menu for a split pea of a second and I jumped on the train. Up the coast and through the valleys. I end a top the Arctic Mount. Swiveled, churned and concreted. Atop the mountain I laid out a yell, a yell so grand it shook the shoulders of Atlas who did his best to maintain the weight of the world I run on his shoulders. Now... we ain't talking about ice cream. We talking bout Custard. We are talking about custard. THIS... THIS is custard. This is maybe dictionary custard. This is thicker than Aunt Jemima (RIP). This is thicker than a bowl of oatmeal. Thiccc will triple Cs. Dense... dowry worthy in its declaration of density, dominance and delivery. My hotel was nearby, but because of its stature I had no worry of waiting to eat it until I arrived back. Zero drip and almost no melt. Vanilla custard, M&Ms and brownie bits. The brownies were some of the best mixed-in brownies I've ever had. A weaker man wouldn't have finished this concoction. But I'm 16, 17, 20 something % body fat and I run on the saturated fat of this cream. Eggy, creamy, sweet, filling... really hit the shpotttt. Satisfied and stomichfied - My lackluster excuse for abdominals stiffened and became more defined as happiness is the true path towards washboard abs. Massey's, an underrated Yelp gem. If you don't have access to quality custard this will blow your mind. As a custardy cutie myself this didn't absolutely trample my temple - she ain't the best I ever had, nor in that convo - but she was well worth my time and more than worth the dime. I'll never be back in Pennsylvania as I've now concurred all the communities, courts, towns and cities. Every single area. Seen. Labors Done. Whatever... enough about me and my glory. Cheers to Masseys. I thoroughly enjoyed my trip to the Mount of your Arctic. A 5 outta 5.

It's a tradition to go to Massey's Frozen Custard every time we visit Carlisle. It seems like…read morethere's always someone new working in there, but we had a great person helping us out. The shop is really needing a good paint job and cleaning at the order window, but it's still looks frozen in time like the 40's. We always order the Raspberry Custard, but the other custard flavors aren't as flavorful as they use to be.

Best coffee in central Pennsylvania. Whenever I'm in Carlisle visiting my son at college, I'm at…read moreDenim at least once a day, if not twice.

Solid drip coffee and oat milk latte. Would like to see some vegan options for food and treats.read more

Hands down , the best ice cream period in Carlisle . Sure they are a little more expensive than…read moreother places but , this is real ice cream and the staff are tops !

I have to say - the first reaction I had to Bruster's was "wow this is pricey" BUT. The quality is…read moretruly on par with the price. The ice cream is made on site daily and it really shows - it's delicious and you actually get a large amount of ice cream in each sundae, shake, and scoop. You can also get custom ice cream cakes made here! I'd be remiss if I didn't mention this Bruster's also has a Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs built in, and they are absolutely delicious. I highly recommend the chili cheese dog. The prices are very reasonable (where else can you get a large lemonade for $2.00 these days?) The staff was friendly and the location was clean and well maintained. There is plenty of outdoor seating and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Highly recommend!