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Iron Skillet
Chicken Fried Steak
Recommended more than once as especially tender, crispy, and flavorful, with one reviewer calling it the best they've had in years.
Chocolate Cake
Mentioned as a standout dessert that was so good it led to a return visit, with praise for its rich flavor and satisfying sweetness.
Burgers
Praised for being delicious, with reviewers noting the food quality was strong enough that they were happy to pay more for it.
Baked Chicken
Highlighted from the buffet as moist and delicious once freshly replaced, showing the restaurant keeps popular items hot and well-stocked.
French Toast
Called very good by a reviewer who also noted it arrived quickly, making it a positively mentioned breakfast item.
Cheese Curds
Specifically mentioned alongside the highly praised chicken fried steak, making it one of the positively noted items from the meal.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
About Iron Skillet
Iron Skillet is a restaurant in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, known for its buffet, salad bar, and comfort food served in a truck stop setting. Reviewers consistently praise the fast service, clean dining room, and friendly staff, along with large portions and a well-stocked buffet. The menu includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with dishes like chicken fried steak, burgers, French toast, and baked potatoes. The atmosphere is casual and quiet, and it is popular with groups, tourists, and solo diners.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Iron Skillet known for?
Iron Skillet is best known for its buffet and big salad bar, which reviewers say stay stocked with hot buffet items, soups, desserts, cakes, and rolls. The truck stop location in Carlisle also comes up often, along with fast service and clean surroundings.
What dishes are most recommended at Iron Skillet?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight chicken fried steak, especially with mashed potatoes, onion rings, and gravy, plus French toast, burgers, and chocolate cake. Other specific items that get praise are cheese curds, steak and eggs, hash browns, and the salad bar with soup and dessert options.
What is the atmosphere like at Iron Skillet?
The vibe is casual, quiet, and clean, with a large dining room that feels like part of a full-service truck stop. It seems to work well for solo diners, groups, and travelers who want a sit-down meal without feeling rushed.
Is Iron Skillet good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20 to $30, and reviewers describe the food as a little pricey but worth it for the quality, large portions, and buffet variety. Several guests mention leaving full from items like the salad bar, buffet plates, and desserts, which supports the value for travelers passing through Carlisle.
When is the best time to visit Iron Skillet?
Reviewers note that the buffet is well stocked at prime lunchtime and that service can still be fast around 4:30 PM and other busy periods. If you want the fullest buffet selection, lunch appears to be the safest bet, while early evening still gets quick service and fresh food.
Is parking available at Iron Skillet?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Iron Skillet have vegetarian options?
Yes, Iron Skillet offers vegetarian options.
Is Iron Skillet kid-friendly?
Yes, Iron Skillet is good for kids.
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