This is primarily a chicken restaurant. It's good, and we had a nice lunch. It didn't stand out to me in any way, but I do love Nashville hot chicken and they do a good job with their sauce. If you're looking for that type of meal you will enjoy it!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Nashville Hot Chicken
Steve Nygren
Great food. Friendly place
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
John Lewis
went as a group fast service friendly staff ate outdoors
Parking: parking not advertised coming from right side
Kid-friendliness: lawn games to play
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Salad, Pimento Cheese
brittany stonecypher
The location itself is charming, with a modern and clean interior that feels very welcoming. I also found the cashier to be friendly with a contagious laugh!
My daughter ordered the fried shrimp plate with mac and cheese, grits, and a side of Big Daddy's nanna pudding. I opted for the 2 grilled shrimp taco plate with fries, priced at $12. We both had drinks; sweet tea was particularly good and sweet. Our food arrived promptly—my order was ready by the time I returned from getting my drink and using the restroom.
Unfortunately, I was disappointed with my tacos. Presentation of the tiny, shriveled up shrimp alone was off-putting. The shrimp were notably small (smaller than medium-sized shrimp from Walmart) and lacked seasoning or grill marks, tasting bland. My daughter even spat out the shrimp I gave her. While the fries were fresh and crisp, they couldn't make up for the underwhelming tacos. The coleslaw had a decent flavor profile, but the small, bland shrimp ruined the overall experience. I ended up tossing one whole taco after, as I didn't want the $12 to be a complete waste.
My daughter's fried shrimp plate was better. The sides were a decent size, with about 10 give or take medium-sized shrimp served over a slice of bread. While seasoned adequately, she noted they weren't the best she's ever had but still acceptable. She enjoyed the banana pudding, which she is quite particular about. However, she mentioned both sides seemed to have a buffalo sauce undertone.
Our total bill came to $51.xx, and I left a $6 tip. Even without the tip, I felt the meal was overpriced for the quality and quantity of food received. It seemed my daughter's plate alone cost over $20, excluding drinks and dessert, which is much higher than the $12-$15 it should have been.
Perhaps your restaurant is better known for its chicken? If I lived closer, I might consider trying it again, but I wouldn't recommend the seafood based on this experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Jeffrey Owens
Just not a fan, and this is one of those places begging for a tip while you have to walk up to counter to place your order and pour your own drinks.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Hot Mother Clucker Chicken Sandwich
Neci Ellis
First time trying and it was ok. I was very happy that my food wasn't overly seasoned soul food. I ate every bite and I was pleased and satisfied.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Hot Mother Clucker Chicken Sandwich
Christopher
Tots and Mac and cheese were great. Wasn't impressed with the chicken.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken
Brian Elrod
The staff made me feel unwelcome when I simply asked that my fried chicken thigh and drumstick be cut apart for ease of dining. I was told by the manager that if I like it apart I might consider chicken tenders. They did cut it apart, but after an uncomfortable conservation. I don’t think my request of unreasonable. Whatever happen to the customer is right. I will say the fried chicken, Mac & Cheese, and collard greens I had were good, but didn’t go down well. Not sure I’ll be back to eat fried chicken at The Porch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
carmel Kostiuk
An interesting place. They had Glutten free food.
Dietary restrictions: Glutten free
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken
Ally Ketchie
Wasn't as good as it was made out to be. Maybe we went in with too high expectations but considering The Porch has been featured on dinners, drive ins, and dives, we anticipated better than I make at home. This wasn't the case.
I'm so glad we tried this place right before leaving the area. That was some of the best chicken I've had, easily my top 3 ever. The portions and prices were great, the service was super fast, the food was fresh, perfectly balanced, not salty or grease, the drinks were delicious.
Simply try this place and you will be amazed by the quality of the food and the bang for your buck.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pimento Cheese, Fried Chicken
Kelly Griffin
Dog-friendly dining on the turfed area. Plenty of porch and indoor seating. Fried chicken was very good. The fried catfish was tenders and seasoned and deep fried in a cornmeal coating. Staff were super friendly. Outdoor seating is first come, first serve.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mac & Cheese, Fried Chicken, Brussels Sprouts
Danny Foley
Very friendly staff. Food was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Austin Hale
My family and I came in for a late lunch. After ordering the kindness of the staff and the delivery of the food to our table was prompt and perfect in nearly every way.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sprouts, Fried Chicken
abraham gabriel
This was the best part of the visit to St. Simon's. We were thoroughly impressed with the food and service ?. The portions were hearty and flavorful. If you're into spicy, the "Napalm" tenders will fix your sinuses for sure. The shrimp ? ? ? poboy was fantastic. The Memphis hot chicken ? ? was ridiculous ? ?.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nashville Hot Chicken, Nashville Chicken, Fried Chicken, Fries
This is primarily a chicken restaurant. It's good, and we had a nice lunch. It didn't stand out to me in any way, but I do love Nashville hot chicken and they do a good job with their sauce. If you're looking for that type of meal you will enjoy it!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Nashville Hot Chicken
Great food. Friendly place
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
went as a group fast service friendly staff ate outdoors
Parking: parking not advertised coming from right side
Kid-friendliness: lawn games to play
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Salad, Pimento Cheese
The location itself is charming, with a modern and clean interior that feels very welcoming. I also found the cashier to be friendly with a contagious laugh!
My daughter ordered the fried shrimp plate with mac and cheese, grits, and a side of Big Daddy's nanna pudding. I opted for the 2 grilled shrimp taco plate with fries, priced at $12. We both had drinks; sweet tea was particularly good and sweet. Our food arrived promptly—my order was ready by the time I returned from getting my drink and using the restroom.
Unfortunately, I was disappointed with my tacos. Presentation of the tiny, shriveled up shrimp alone was off-putting. The shrimp were notably small (smaller than medium-sized shrimp from Walmart) and lacked seasoning or grill marks, tasting bland. My daughter even spat out the shrimp I gave her. While the fries were fresh and crisp, they couldn't make up for the underwhelming tacos. The coleslaw had a decent flavor profile, but the small, bland shrimp ruined the overall experience. I ended up tossing one whole taco after, as I didn't want the $12 to be a complete waste.
My daughter's fried shrimp plate was better. The sides were a decent size, with about 10 give or take medium-sized shrimp served over a slice of bread. While seasoned adequately, she noted they weren't the best she's ever had but still acceptable. She enjoyed the banana pudding, which she is quite particular about. However, she mentioned both sides seemed to have a buffalo sauce undertone.
Our total bill came to $51.xx, and I left a $6 tip. Even without the tip, I felt the meal was overpriced for the quality and quantity of food received. It seemed my daughter's plate alone cost over $20, excluding drinks and dessert, which is much higher than the $12-$15 it should have been.
Perhaps your restaurant is better known for its chicken? If I lived closer, I might consider trying it again, but I wouldn't recommend the seafood based on this experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Just not a fan, and this is one of those places begging for a tip while you have to walk up to counter to place your order and pour your own drinks.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Hot Mother Clucker Chicken Sandwich
First time trying and it was ok. I was very happy that my food wasn't overly seasoned soul food. I ate every bite and I was pleased and satisfied.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Hot Mother Clucker Chicken Sandwich
Tots and Mac and cheese were great. Wasn't impressed with the chicken.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken
The staff made me feel unwelcome when I simply asked that my fried chicken thigh and drumstick be cut apart for ease of dining. I was told by the manager that if I like it apart I might consider chicken tenders. They did cut it apart, but after an uncomfortable conservation. I don’t think my request of unreasonable. Whatever happen to the customer is right. I will say the fried chicken, Mac & Cheese, and collard greens I had were good, but didn’t go down well. Not sure I’ll be back to eat fried chicken at The Porch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
An interesting place. They had Glutten free food.
Dietary restrictions: Glutten free
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken
Wasn't as good as it was made out to be. Maybe we went in with too high expectations but considering The Porch has been featured on dinners, drive ins, and dives, we anticipated better than I make at home. This wasn't the case.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I'm so glad we tried this place right before leaving the area. That was some of the best chicken I've had, easily my top 3 ever. The portions and prices were great, the service was super fast, the food was fresh, perfectly balanced, not salty or grease, the drinks were delicious.
Simply try this place and you will be amazed by the quality of the food and the bang for your buck.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pimento Cheese, Fried Chicken
Dog-friendly dining on the turfed area. Plenty of porch and indoor seating. Fried chicken was very good. The fried catfish was tenders and seasoned and deep fried in a cornmeal coating. Staff were super friendly. Outdoor seating is first come, first serve.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mac & Cheese, Fried Chicken, Brussels Sprouts
Very friendly staff. Food was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
My family and I came in for a late lunch. After ordering the kindness of the staff and the delivery of the food to our table was prompt and perfect in nearly every way.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sprouts, Fried Chicken
This was the best part of the visit to St. Simon's. We were thoroughly impressed with the food and service ?. The portions were hearty and flavorful. If you're into spicy, the "Napalm" tenders will fix your sinuses for sure. The shrimp ? ? ? poboy was fantastic. The Memphis hot chicken ? ? was ridiculous ? ?.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nashville Hot Chicken, Nashville Chicken, Fried Chicken, Fries
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