Incredible thoughtful staff that was kind to us following an emergency at our house. Gave us a little treat and was very sweet to us when we told her! Food is even better than the service and a very affordable price point!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Megan Obrien
So we were traveling and love to try new or small business spots. Porter's was exactly what we were looking for. The small restaurant was decorative in an industrial farmhouse vibe. It was a Friday night and we were greeted by 2 teens who took our order. The menu appeared on a large chalkboard behind the counter. One of the teens was standing in front of it making it difficult to see the whole menu. Regardless we ordered a baked potato with brisket and queso and an additional 1lb of brisket plus an armadillo egg. We were eating inside so we sat to wait for our food. The food came out quickly, delivered by another teen. (I should say we paid and included tip on the machine prior to seeting) once the food was delivered, we quickly realized the brisket was not what we expected. It was very dry, almost like a roast, shredded up. For $27/lb to day say we were disappointed would be minimal. There was no flavor and to add insult, it was cold. The baked potato was delicious although, the flavor came from the queso. The armadillo egg, again, delicious but cold. So cold the cheese on the inside was not melted. While visiting, no one asked us or followed up on how the food was. When we were ready to leave we had to approach the counter and ask for take-out containers and still, no one asked us how it was. In summary, the food was cold and lacked flavor unless smothered in queso. I would not recommend the meat although the potato with queso and meat was really good. I would not return for the price we paid and the service. I should clarify, there were 3 employees we saw while there and could hear at least 1 more in the back. During our visit 2 people picked up take out and there was a table of 4 finishing there meal when we arrived. They were not too busy.
After reading other reviews I hate to be the person to leave a poor one but we spent a lot of money to be let down. Tipping prior to service is a huge red flag as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Paul D Patrick
Awesome food and people!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aya Veltman
Porters is the best! Their food is great all year round but this year we got a turkey for thanksgiving and it was absolutely delicious! Thank you to porters and their team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karen Holland
My daughter bought me something to eat from there on 11/20/2025. It was amazing and I can't wait to move back down that way so I can get back there for more. 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Persons
Can’t go wrong here! Love the Rib Tips & White Chicken Chili!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Regan LaMothe
This is my new favorite barbecue place in West Michigan. It’s quite a hall for me. About 40 minutes. But it hands down, beats any of the chain barbecues and typically the good barbecue places in the Grand Rapids area do one thing well and everything else is OK. I had smoked chicken thighs and ribs. Both were perfect. I give the ribs a nine out of 10 and I give the chicken thighs a 10 out of 10. As advertise the ribs are “fall off the bone.“ But as a barbecue enthusiast that made me suspicious. Sometimes people boil ribs. I am positive. They don’t boil their ribs. Even though the meat fell off the bone it was still toothsome, and it had a good red barbecue ring. I’m looking forward to trying the other things. Their tacos are incredibly imaginative and if the rest of their meats and shrimp that they use in their tacos as as good as what I ate, this place is a solid five 0. The people that work there are very friendly and articulate. My only knock is, they could be a little more imaginative to bring a bit more of the smokehouse vibe to the interior of the restaurant. But I will say this. It’s worth the drive.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lonnie Bloomquist
I am not a big rib guy, but these are by far the best ribs I’ve had, the wings are off the hook, brisket and chicken great too, LOL, everything is Awesome!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Ritzema
Great ribs and coleslaw
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Nardin
Really enjoyed Porters smokehouse, everything from the pulled pork and pulled brisket to the barbecue ribs and their housemade barbecue sauce.Porter's had just the right amount of smoke and moisture. From the clean and well-kept dining area, to the convenience of a drive-thru. Highly recommend this barbecue restaurant.
Porter’s catered our wedding and they were AMAZING. Our guests were raving about the food, especially the queso at cocktail hour and the smoked pulled pork and smoked chicken thighs. I also love the smoked Mac n cheese. Theresa and her team are rock stars - they had everything under control from set up to tear down, and packing up leftovers. I didn’t have to worry about a thing. Throughout the planning process she answered all of my (many) questions promptly and made me feel so confident and taken care of. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a catering company with great food, great service, and great value.
This company also cares about the community and giving back, and that really sets them apart.
Karen Gebben Slagh
Porter’s catered our family wedding and did an AMAZING job! Food was delicious! Lots of rave reviews from the guests. Porters were so helpful and pleasant to work with! Thanks, Porters, for making wedding day go so smoothly! Highly recommend!
Michelle Reurink
Everything is wonderful my favorite is the armadillo eggs
Incredible thoughtful staff that was kind to us following an emergency at our house. Gave us a little treat and was very sweet to us when we told her! Food is even better than the service and a very affordable price point!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So we were traveling and love to try new or small business spots. Porter's was exactly what we were looking for. The small restaurant was decorative in an industrial farmhouse vibe. It was a Friday night and we were greeted by 2 teens who took our order. The menu appeared on a large chalkboard behind the counter. One of the teens was standing in front of it making it difficult to see the whole menu. Regardless we ordered a baked potato with brisket and queso and an additional 1lb of brisket plus an armadillo egg. We were eating inside so we sat to wait for our food. The food came out quickly, delivered by another teen. (I should say we paid and included tip on the machine prior to seeting) once the food was delivered, we quickly realized the brisket was not what we expected. It was very dry, almost like a roast, shredded up. For $27/lb to day say we were disappointed would be minimal. There was no flavor and to add insult, it was cold. The baked potato was delicious although, the flavor came from the queso. The armadillo egg, again, delicious but cold. So cold the cheese on the inside was not melted. While visiting, no one asked us or followed up on how the food was. When we were ready to leave we had to approach the counter and ask for take-out containers and still, no one asked us how it was. In summary, the food was cold and lacked flavor unless smothered in queso. I would not recommend the meat although the potato with queso and meat was really good. I would not return for the price we paid and the service. I should clarify, there were 3 employees we saw while there and could hear at least 1 more in the back. During our visit 2 people picked up take out and there was a table of 4 finishing there meal when we arrived. They were not too busy.
After reading other reviews I hate to be the person to leave a poor one but we spent a lot of money to be let down. Tipping prior to service is a huge red flag as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Awesome food and people!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Porters is the best! Their food is great all year round but this year we got a turkey for thanksgiving and it was absolutely delicious! Thank you to porters and their team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My daughter bought me something to eat from there on 11/20/2025. It was amazing and I can't wait to move back down that way so I can get back there for more. 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Can’t go wrong here! Love the Rib Tips & White Chicken Chili!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is my new favorite barbecue place in West Michigan. It’s quite a hall for me. About 40 minutes. But it hands down, beats any of the chain barbecues and typically the good barbecue places in the Grand Rapids area do one thing well and everything else is OK. I had smoked chicken thighs and ribs. Both were perfect. I give the ribs a nine out of 10 and I give the chicken thighs a 10 out of 10. As advertise the ribs are “fall off the bone.“ But as a barbecue enthusiast that made me suspicious. Sometimes people boil ribs. I am positive. They don’t boil their ribs. Even though the meat fell off the bone it was still toothsome, and it had a good red barbecue ring. I’m looking forward to trying the other things. Their tacos are incredibly imaginative and if the rest of their meats and shrimp that they use in their tacos as as good as what I ate, this place is a solid five 0. The people that work there are very friendly and articulate. My only knock is, they could be a little more imaginative to bring a bit more of the smokehouse vibe to the interior of the restaurant. But I will say this. It’s worth the drive.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
I am not a big rib guy, but these are by far the best ribs I’ve had, the wings are off the hook, brisket and chicken great too, LOL, everything is Awesome!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great ribs and coleslaw
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really enjoyed Porters smokehouse, everything from the pulled pork and pulled brisket to the barbecue ribs and their housemade barbecue sauce.Porter's had just the right amount of smoke and moisture. From the clean and well-kept dining area, to the convenience of a drive-thru. Highly recommend this barbecue restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Armadillo eggs? Try one, what an awesome treat!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Porter’s catered our wedding and they were AMAZING. Our guests were raving about the food, especially the queso at cocktail hour and the smoked pulled pork and smoked chicken thighs. I also love the smoked Mac n cheese. Theresa and her team are rock stars - they had everything under control from set up to tear down, and packing up leftovers. I didn’t have to worry about a thing. Throughout the planning process she answered all of my (many) questions promptly and made me feel so confident and taken care of. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a catering company with great food, great service, and great value. This company also cares about the community and giving back, and that really sets them apart.
Porter’s catered our family wedding and did an AMAZING job! Food was delicious! Lots of rave reviews from the guests. Porters were so helpful and pleasant to work with! Thanks, Porters, for making wedding day go so smoothly! Highly recommend!
Everything is wonderful my favorite is the armadillo eggs
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