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    The Porch

    3.7 (2.1k reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:30 pm, 3:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THE PORCH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Spacious dining room  next to the kitchen for a large party
    Regina L.

    I hadn't been to The Porch in years, so I thought to take my best friend here since she was visiting from out of town and rarely gets to eat Southern-inspired dishes. To start, the beignets caught her eye on Yelp, so we didn't hesitate to order this sweet treat for starters. What's more are the fresh and sweet berries, pineapple, and oranges were perfectly paired with these beignets that were not overly sweet and not fully covered in powdered sugar. Our server was so easy to chat with and took time to answer our questions and talk about the menu. We were convinced to order the brisket and biscuit and all I can say is WOW. As soon as we took a bite of the brisket with the biscuit, the flavors popped in our mouth! We thanked our server for giving a high recommendation for this dish. I have enjoyed my share of shrimp and grits in different restaurants in different cities because it is one of my fav Southern dishes to eat. Hands down, their shrimp and grits is now in my top five fav! I added a sunny side up egg, so this, plus the combo of the gulf shrimp with bacon, cheese, diced tomatoes, green onions, with porch bbq sauce, truly gave me Southern brunch comfort. I decided to add tots and I'm so happy I did because their tots are extra crispy, making the tots a scrumptious addition to this mouthwatering dish! I love the Mardi Gras theme of this restaurant and it brought back memories from when friends and I ate here often many years ago. I'm glad to be back and 'hope to return to try their other menu items and drinks, like happy hour, sooner than later!

    Shrimp Po' Boy
    Jen-Ann L.

    So many ups and downs at this place. We loved the Southern charm/ambiance and the attentive wait staff, but the food was kinda all over the place. Offerings - Biscuits and Gravy: Rather basic and a bit on the salty side. The biscuits were quite dense. Also, breakfast potatoes here translated to a baked potato with a bit of Parmesan on top. - Shrimp Po Boy: This was amazing and we would definitely come back for this. The shrimp was fried perfectly and we loved the cornmeal batter. Fries were good also. - Chicken and Waffles: the fried chicken was good and the quantity that came was amazing. So much food. The waffle was pretty basic and great with maple syrup. - Free Birthday Brownie: Do not even attempt to eat this. We learned that even free things come at a cost. This was a horrid, crumbly mess that had nothing going for it. No flavor, no texture at all.

    2025 Sacramento Vegan Chef Challenge Participant
    Bridget W.

    I've been to The Porch before for a Dine Downtown and the food was much better then. Perhaps we caught them an off night, or maybe the regular chef was MIA, but they were out of half the menu items for the Sacramento Vegan Chef Challenge, which was the reason we came. No Hushpuppy Veggies. No Cajun Baba Ghanoush. No Vegan Gumbo. The Blackened Maitake Mushroom Pasta I ordered also had substituted ingredients and fell flat on flavor. A shame for $23. That said, the service was fantastic and so were the vegan Cajun fried beets we ordered off the regular menu. The Banana Beignets, however, were a complete letdown of dense fried dough that tasted nothing of banana. Luckily the $17 espresso martini that I confirmed was dairy-free was heavenly. While I appreciate that The Porch has vegan-friendly items and participates in the October Challenge, this was a pricey letdown. I really hope they do better next year.

    French toast berries. Side of bacon.
    Alina J.

    Amazing! First time here. The food was delicious. Our waiter made some great suggestions. We tried the beignets. Delicious! And they were shaped like little piggies I ordered the berries French toast. The whip cream on top was so good. There was a sweet fruit puree served with it tasted so good. My husband had the chicken waffles. The batter on the chicken was sweet and amazing. I would recommend coming here. Very affordable and a nice scenery.

    Beignets (Deep Copy)
    Rose W.

    Good customers service. The food was not great. I didn't like any of the food. Sitting outside was nice though.

    Bloody Mary
    Amy H.

    Came here to end a busy work week and get some yummy food on a rainy day! We came in for lunch and were seated right away. We were given brunch and cocktail menus along with the regular menu. It was a bit of a chilly day and the front door kept swinging open sending a chile to where we were sitting but other than that the decor was warm and cozy with farm animal paintings and statues and wood chairs. The service was great we even had some dumb questions about the Bloody Mary mix we were guessing what the ingredients were and they answered with smiles on their faces lol The shrimp po boy is great! And they were accommodating to my special requests to make the vegan bowl not vegan anymore. Overall it was a nice time out on a rainy day!

    Tresla G.

    Food was great! Service was pleasant and attentive and ambiance was nice and friendly festival look.

    Beignets
    Betty P.

    I cant rave enough about this place. The food is amazing and they made the best espresso martini I've ever had. My friend had the chicken and waffles and the chicken was so tender and juicy. The beignets were crispy and sweet and it felt like I was back in Louisiana. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a good meal with a southern flare.

    Shrimp & Grits
    Felicia A.

    Hubby and I took the day off. We were looking for a place we haven't been before to get a light brunch. We were seated after about 5 minutes, it seemed a little busy. The space was nice and they were playing light music. We ordered after scanning the menu a few times. I couldn't decide between shrimp & grits or French toast but went with the shrimp & grits with no bacon. Hubby ordered the biscuit sandwich with bacon. We also ordered three beignets. The beignets came about after 15 minutes and our food about 30 minutes. The waiter came by and let us know there was only one cook and he was working his butt off.

    Catfish Jambalaya - Amazing!
    J S.

    Delicious food, great service, very nice ambiance. Would recommend! Try the Catfish Jambalaya - so good!

    Mary D.

    We came in right after the lunch rush and ordered the fried chicken and waffles along with a western salad. Although we were the only guests in the restaurant for a while, it took an unusually long time for our food to come out. It felt like the focus was on cleaning up after the rush and our order may have been overlooked. When the food arrived, the chicken was overcooked and cold, the waffle was soggy, and the fries were also soggy. The salad was okay, but overall both the food and service seemed to lack care and attention. Unfortunately, based on this experience, we don't plan to return.

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    Ziba F.

    Oh my god best southern food I've had!! The chicken and waffles had the perfect sweet and savory taste! I would come back just for this!! The biscuit breakfast sandwich was kind of spicy but still delicious! My only disappointment was the cornbread was not as sweet as I would have liked abs there wasn't enough jam to share. The waitress and waiter were all nice and fun as they made jokes serving us. You can never go wrong with mimosas and their vanilla ice coffee was great! Very clean restaurant and nice decors with large TVs to watch the game.

    Tracy L.

    We came to The Porch for my friend's birthday and I was unfortunately disappointed. I ordered the Low Country Lemonade which was probably my favorite part of the meal. It came with alai vodka, blueberries, lemon juice, simple syrup, Sprite, and muddled blueberries. I thought it was a solid cocktail. For entree, I ordered the Biscuit Sandwich with Bacon. I expected it to look a little more appetizing, however as you can see from the picture, it wasn't that at all. The biscuit was broken and the presentation just looked messy. The food was okay; the biscuit was a little dry. We also ordered the Beignets to share. They were fine, although I wished they were a little fluffier. Not sure if I'd return.

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    Ask the Community - The Porch

    I have a reservation for 2:30 but it says your closed?

    Is this an all vegan restaurant?

    No it's not all vegan

    Is this black owned?

    No.

    Are dogs welcomed?

    Yea on the patio

    Do they serve real maple syrup?

    Hell No!!!

    Are there any gluten free items here? Can any of the menu items be adapted to accommodate gluten free diners?

    Probably not.

    Hey are there any options for dairy free foods? I know it's a stretch with this type of cuisine lol

    Hi Sheila. There are a couple of items that are dairy free. They are very accommodating, so I… Read more

    Hello, What vegetarian options are there for dinner? I didn't see too many on the website's menu.…

    check the menu there are some vegan options they have one or two items that can be prepared in a vegan style.

    Do they have bottomless mimosas available with brunch?

    Hi Courtney, We have $7 Mimosas, and $4 refills for Brunch. Not bottomless.… Read more

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    Fantastic Spot To "Pregame" Shows @ Goldfields Next Door…read more SITREP We descended upon the Tack Room an hour before our show for "Ally The Piper" (both the classical AND heavy metal bagpiper extraordinaire) began her show! THE SETUP Goldfields is a charming, rustic country-western stylized saloon that serves up beer at good prices. But we weren't interested in beer and wanted quality cocktails. Hence, our pivot next door to the Tack Room! QUALITY COCKTAILS & DRINKS! The Tack Room specializes an amazing array of martinis, bourbons, and other deLISH cocktail drinks at really really reasonable prices! So this was an excellent choice to chill, thus avoiding the tremendous *noise pollution* we were immediately subjected to upon entering Goldfields an hour later for our show. THE LOWDOWN This is a quality bar with plenty of comfortable seating to relax and have quiet, intimate conversations. So if you and your later friend(s) want some privacy, cocktails at a reasonable price, etc., this is a good way to go.

    What an absolutely fantastic place to duck into and chill for a bit on a hot summer day. It's about…read moreas classic as you can ask for from a small bar. It's themed around horse racing, but not in an overbearing or... tacky way. The mixologist was delightful and had great recommendations, the lights were dim, and the drinks were all on point. The highlight was the espresso martini, which is among the best I've had. It was reminiscent of the one I had at the Starbucks Roastery in NYC, which is high praise. The other coffee drink that surprised me was the Revolver. I always forget about what a good pairing orange and coffee is, and I'll be taking this one back home with me to try! Every other drink we tried was delicious in some unique way. The Pho drink was savory and surprising, the New York Sour was rich and flavorful, and the Practical Move was refreshing. Will definitely return here after dinner to sip an espresso martini for dessert!

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    The Roost in Midtown Sacramento is such a great hidden spot and one of those places you go for the…read morefull experience, not just a quick drink. The space is small and intimate with serious speakeasy vibes that remind me of some of the cocktail bars in San Francisco. The drink presentations are gorgeous, and you can tell a lot of thought goes into both the flavor and how everything looks when it arrives at the table. They have a great selection of gin, rum, champagne, and whiskey, and I often lean on the staff for drink suggestions because they're really good at recommending something you might not normally order. A few times now they've pointed me toward a drink that ended up being a hidden gem. I've been here a few times and it's always a great time whether you're catching up with friends or doing a date night. The food is also surprisingly good and pairs well with the cocktails. It is definitely on the pricier side, but that's part of the experience. Also, because the space is small and intimate, reservations fill up quickly and they do require a deposit, which goes toward your final bill. Helpful tip: make a reservation ahead of time and don't be afraid to ask the staff for drink recommendations -- they're excellent at guiding you to something special. Final verdict: absolutely worth it.

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    Happy hour at Oaxaca = Amazing!…read more They had a great variety of margaritas and picking just one was difficult. I ended up getting the hibiscus margarita and it was so delicious! If they had a margarita flight, I would have gotten that! I guess I have to go back to try all the flavors instead. The chips and salsa were a must have. We tried the taco Al pastor and barbacoa. Both were so flavorful, delicious, and juicy! I will say the barbacoa was the winner of the two though! Their outdoor seating was spacious and comfortable. Can't wait to spend more time here this summer!

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    The start of the best mezcaleria in Sacramento!
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    I went with a couple of friends and the drinks were great! I got the mangonada slush and it was…read moreperfectly sweet, spicy and refreshing. The bartenders were friendly and quick with getting our drinks out. Overall the space is well lit and beautiful. Next time I will have to try to sit out in patio.

    Midtown spirits is a distillery but it has an interesting Filipino inspired brunch menu which is…read morewhat I went for and not the alcoholic drinks! There is only street parking so it can be difficult to park and the restaurant does not have a parking lot. My friend wanted to try the matcha waffles so went to try it on a Sunday afternoon. The place was pretty crowded inside and all the seats were taken. They did have a good amount of outdoor seating which consisted of picnic tables for larger parties. It was overcast and cold so we were looking it for indoor seating but we ended up sitting outside. You go to the bar inside to order and then you are given a number and then a server brings your food out to your table. I went with 2 friends so I saved our table for us so it wouldn't get taken while they went to order for me. I ordered the short stack ube mochi pancakes which was only $6 for 2 pancakes which was so cheap! I was shocked at the price! If you want the full stack it is $12 which is still such a great deal. The pancakes came with strawberry and pineapple fruit topping, coconut shavings, and caramelized condensed milk syrup. The pancakes were chewy and soft and not too sweet and had good ube flavor. My fellow elite Yelp friend ordered the matcha waffles which was a large portion but she said the waffles lacked strong matcha flavor. I looked at the rest of their menu and wanted to try their savory Filipino dishes such as the loco moco. Overall, the ube pancakes are delicious and such a great deal! I want to go back to try the rest of their savory Filipino dishes next time!

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