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The Front Porch
Southern Food Restaurant$$$$
Bernal Heights, San Francisco
The experts at Food Network and SFGate recommend this place
"The Stoner Stack was perfect and be sure to get the grits."(6 Tips)
"The fried okra is also the best."(9 Tips)
"Killer chicken and waffles (the addition of bacon is awesome)."(8 Tips)
"The fried chicken and the grits are both absolutely delicious."(14 Tips)
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Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014Comfort food staples are done right, with everything from melt in your mouth braised short ribs to mac and cheese. It's got a cozy atmosphere, with rocking chairs and a checkered floor. Read more
gail.August 10, 2014We had a few starters: beignets, fried okra, & mac 'n cheese. I had their incredible fried chicken & waffles- the bacon in the waffles takes the dish over the top. Everyone left feeling fat and happy!
Joseph NagleMarch 24, 2014The brunch is insane, maybe the best in the city! Fried chicken here can't be beat and they make one hell of a bloody Mary
KarstenSeptember 8, 2014Fried chicken and waffles, stoner's breakfast. Oh and if you like spicy, be sure to ask for extra spicy for the shrimp and grits!
Anna TranNovember 11, 2012Fried pickles are available during dinner time, really crispy and tangy. Great for a starter! Biscuits and gravy for brunch, oh baby that gravy though. So addictive because it has bacon in it!
Joshua HaftelJanuary 27, 2015Rocking chairs with blankets? What a great way to recover! Chicken and waffles (with bacon baked in) was a godsend.
SchmamieNovember 8, 2013Really awesome food and such a cozy homey atmosphere, must go if visiting San Fran. You can also bring your dog if you eat out on the "front porch"
Bridget GaelJuly 2, 2022Loved this spot, low key funk vibes with interesting cocktails (we loved the artichoke old fashioned) and southern comfort food (dr pepper short ribs and fried okra were hits)
Tasting TableOctober 17, 2014For brunch today, try The Front Porch. Chef Matt Marcus has done an awesome job revamping the menu. Pro-tip: go for the crab cake Benedict. He has a bomb hollandaise sauce. Read more
Jinnie LApril 9, 2015fucket get a bucket. of fried chicken ;) with popcorn! I love their watter bottle♡ some people say it's bit overrated but I think their fried chicken is oh-so delicious!
7x7 MagazineNovember 30, 2012As if you were in an intimate Southern home, settle down to a bowl of spicy shrimp and grits that comes packed with wild gulf shrimp, garlic, shallots, bacon, and mushroom truffle ragout. Read more
Staff PicksJanuary 7, 2016Head over to the Front Porch for some creamy and delicious Shrimp and Grits. Make sure to try the crab fritter and fried chicken while you're there!- Amazing brunch. The Stoner Stack was perfect and be sure to get the grits. I'd pass on the Bloody Mary.
Danny YuAugust 29, 2014The fried chicken is perfect - crispy, delicious skin with juicy, moist chicken. Dr pepper braised ribs will melt in your mouth and some.
JamJam BSeptember 23, 2014it starts and ends with the fried chicken. crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside - and deliciously seasoned!
If someone offers you a biscuit, gravy, fried chicken, bacon, cheddar with a side of grits, you put on your elastic pants and say yes. (Stoner stack)
Dan KimDecember 8, 2013Great, juicy fried chicken! The biscuits and Mac n' cheese were top notch delicious. A bit pricier than your typical Southern fare.- Tasting TableAugust 12, 2014You'll find the classiest bucket of chicken in town at The Front Porch. And while it may be a little fancy, it sure is tasty. Read more
Amanda JaneOctober 22, 2013Holy delicious. Bacon-wrapped dates. Flounder with jambalaya. I could go on but I don't want to pass out from ovewhelming delicious memories.
BabsSeptember 5, 2013Their filè gumbo and shrimp grits are a must-order! Top it off with iced chickory coffee and your meal is a blast!- LeeDecember 8, 2012The sweet tea brined pork chop is quite possibly the best one I've had. Possibly. Quite possibly. Also, the new carre is worth it.
Hazel DemonteverdeFebruary 5, 2013The fried chicken & biscuits are fab! The music they played made my dinner taste better... Really. Paul Weller, The Specials & Bowie. Yum.
Holly ChenNovember 4, 2013The flounder with blue crab and sausage jambalaya is out of this world. Spicy, fresh and full of flavor.- Christine WuApril 5, 2015Killer chicken and waffles (the addition of bacon is awesome). I also love the coffee!
I usually just get the gumbo and either fried pickles or okra. Excellent.
Try the Beignets - #kvpinmybelly : Powder sugar heaven in #SF. Hot doughy goodness in a paper bag. Sweet ending to #brunch
Ali AndersonJune 23, 2015Arrive early to grab a seat on the patio! Try the Mac & Cheese skillet as an appetizer.
Kimberly ArgunaJanuary 31, 2013You gotta try the fried chicken!!!! To diee for! Crispy on the outside & juicy on the inside! No need for sauce!
Linda YangOctober 15, 2017Shrimp 🍤 and grits were tasty but fried chicken and beignets were disappointing. I liked the cornmeal and bacon waffle though.
Laura G. P.September 29, 2014I had the shrimp grits and it was as good as it can get... although I think creole cuisine is not my favourite.
Marcello MansoAugust 18, 2014Abita's beer on tap and the Stoner stack were really good. I didn't like the fried okra so much, though.
Rob OwenAugust 12, 2014Fucket, get a bucket! Seriously. The fried chicken is glorious. The fried pickles and okra apps, not so much...
Stoner stack is possibly the greatest fried chicken sandwich of all time.
David Eric HancockMarch 10, 2012Abita Beer's got a unique taste. Delicious, dry and special. You've gotta try at least one draft. Really.
Elizabeth BursteinDecember 20, 2016Loved the porch swing drink, the catfish, and the fried okra appetizer- Try the Stoner Stack - #kvpinmybelly: Cheesy biscuit with #bacon & fried chicken. Loved the sausage gravy. #SFBrunch
RandaleAugust 21, 2016Their fried chicken has me still thinking about it hours later. I'm honestly considering trying to recreate the recipe. DELICIOUS.
The baked egg & grits with goat cheese, spinach, mushrooms and bacon crack is excellent.
Gustavo PerezOctober 21, 2013Shrimp & Grits are awesome. Have to come back to try the Fried Chicken and Waffles
The new brunch menu is awesome. The pork belly sweet potato hash was perfectly luscious.
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