About Back Porch Brewing

In the heart of downtown Carlisle at 133 North Hanover Street, Back Porch Brewing is a locally owned craft brewery and restaurant that has become a neighborhood gathering place. It pairs house-brewed beer with unfussy, satisfying bar food, and it does so in a way that makes both longtime residents and visiting students feel at home.

Atmosphere and Setting

The vibe is relaxed and community-minded. The name says it all: this is the kind of place where you can drop in after work, meet a friend, and settle in as if you were sitting on someone's porch. A busy weekly calendar of trivia, live music, and other entertainment keeps the room lively without ever feeling too formal.

Food and Drink

The brewers pour a rotating selection of house-made craft beers, and non-drinkers are not left out: the bar also offers non-alcoholic beer and mocktails made with non-alcoholic spirits. On the food side, the kitchen focuses on handcrafted burgers, wings, and classic bar food made fresh to order, along with sandwiches and shareable appetizers.

Plan Your Visit

Back Porch Brewing is at 133 N. Hanover St, Carlisle, PA 17013, an easy walk from Dickinson College and the rest of downtown. The brewery is closed Sundays and Mondays, opens midafternoon Tuesday through Friday, and opens at noon on Saturdays. Online ordering is available, and you can call 717-254-6134 with questions.