Historic New Carlisle Museum
Start your visit to New Carlisle by visiting its museum and gift shop. In the museum you'll find more about New Carlisle's roots as a place for commerce along the Lincoln Highway. Exhibits detail some of the town's historic figures, including former vice president Schuyler Colfax. There's also a gift shop. Consider the museum a hub for the rest of your visit.
Authentic Dining Destination
Another area where New Carlisle shines — through its dining destinations.
Moser's Austrian Café screams authenticity. Have you ever been served by waitresses wearing dirndls or had to "try" to pronounce menu items like jaegerschnitzel or zigeunerschnitzel? Since opening in 1999, Moser's Austrian Café has been serving up Austrian/German cuisine.
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Another authentic experience awaits at Kate O'Connor's Irish Pub. Originally from Cork, Ireland, its owners wanted to bring a real Irish pub to the States. They’ve done it.
It's a cozy gathering place that bursts at the seams on St. Patrick’s Day. As for the food, you can't go wrong with shepherd’s pie or fish and chips.
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Other top dining spots in New Carlisle include Billy Goat 9 & Dine, Longshots Bar and Grill, and The Diner, a classic breakfast spot. Pizza is prime at Black Cat Lanes where you can also bowl. Don’t forget to grab a coffee or treat at Carlisle Coffee and Sweets.
New to downtown is Studebaker Brewing Co. Stop in for a tasting to include brews such as the “Lark,” the “President,” the “Manta Ray,” and the “Avanti.”
Billy Goat 9 & Dine
The Billy Goat offers a wide variety of fresh, made to order food including pizzas, burgers, &…
Black Cat Bar & Grill
Relaxed pizzeria also serving small plates, with an ice cream shop, bar, and bowling alley.
Digzy Dogz & Grill
We are a mobile food service trailer that provides authentic Chicago style hotdogs, premium single…
For the Love of Bread
Fresh baked goods! 24-48 hr advanced order placement. Made to order homemade breads and cookies…
Kate O'Connors Irish Pub
Fully stocked bar, extensive menu which includes Irish fare, sandwiches, and salads in New Carlisle.
Longshots Bar & Grill
Adult-only bar and grill offering burgers, pizza, and other comfort fare, plus sports on TV.
Monroe's Crossing
Fish, steak, burgers and homemade specials on Hudson Lake. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served on the…
Moser's Austrian Cafe
Traditional Austrian and German cuisine including schnitzel and spaetzle served in a cozy space with…
The Diner
Comfort food such as biscuits and gravy and other American eats are offered at this cozy family…
Browse Can't-Miss Shops
Retail isn’t just part of New Carlisle’s heritage. Many historic buildings in downtown now hold small shops.
Feeney's Hometown Goods is an eclectic shop with goods from local artisans.
Explore Nearby Parks
Working off all that grub is easy as heading to one of the nearby parks.
Two St. Joseph County Parks — Bendix Woods and Spicer Lake Nature Preserve — aren’t far from New Carlisle's downtown. Both offer ample opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, especially if hiking is one of your pastimes.
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Bendix Woods covers about 195 acres. Hiking and mountain biking are among the staple activities here. Visit during February and March and you’ll be around for Sugar Camp Days when maple syrup making takes place from trees in the park.
Spicer Lake Nature Preserve (320 acres), located just north of New Carlisle near the Michigan border, is a geologic wonder with a couple "kettle lakes." There’s a boardwalk that allows for exploration of some wetland areas. Both “lakes” include observation decks.
