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The Front Porch - Leonardtown, Leonardtown, MD

The Front Porch - Leonardtown

4.4 (1169)
$30 and under
Southern
22770 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD 20650

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
The Front Porch is an intimate restaurant featuring creative Southern Coastal Cuisine located in historic Leonardtown. Set within the Sterling House, we offer casual dining in a cozy atmosphere and our friendly staff delivers gracious service.

We are open for outside, dine-in downstairs and dine-in upstairs seating by reservation only. Outside seating is weather permitting and available in order of booking. Outside seating is only available if you are given the option when you confirm your reservation.. Please call for any party in excess of 8 people. Please call if anyone in your party can not walk upstairs. We do not have an elevator. If you cannot show up for your reservation... Please call and cancel. PLEASE!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Open Mon-Thurs 11-9pm, Fri & Sat 11-10pm, Sun 10-3pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Leonardtown
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,169 people are saying

The Front Porch - Leonardtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Front Porch in Leonardtown delights with its "great food" and "excellent service." Guests appreciate the "unique menu" and seasonal craft cocktails. The charm of dining outside on the porch adds to the experience. While service and food consistency vary, the restaurant remains a "travel stop favorite" for many.
1,169 Reviews
  1. Tammy VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area20 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was a busy lunch time. It being a holiday, it's to be expected. That staff was hustling so I give them a lot of credit on such a hot day. The Brussel Sprouts and Sweet Chili Shrimp were delicious, as usual. My husband got his usual, the Front Porch Salad, with shrimp which he enjoyed. My daugther and I got the Turkey BLTA. Neither of us liked it. It had an odd taste, which could have been the smashed avocado. Between that and the shredded lettuce, it made the bread soggy and difficult to eat. Not something we would order again. Her onion ring side and my cinnamon/sugar sliced sweet potatoes were a big hit! Otherwise, all was ok. We generally are fans of the Front Porch. It's best to stick with items you prevoiusly enjoyed.

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  2. Claudia VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The place is so run down and dirty! The floors and banisters and tables are sticky. The menu was so old I couldn’t read it!! The railing going down the steep stairs to parking was so loose it wobbled and my friend almost fell. The floors are black with grime! And the food is great! Help!!! Will someone please invest in a refurbishment of this historic treasure? PS the stairs are a real barrier for many.

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  3. JanetS

    Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Steven, was very friendly. You could tell he had tables inside and outside, he was sweating profusely. All I could think of was his sweat dripping onto my food. He was not very available, due to tables not in that area. I always enjoy my food. I ordered fried green tomatoes. My dish was cold. Probably ready before other food and sat there. Steven did refill our drinks quickly. Overall a 7. Also, some of the girls shorts were a little too short for the atmosphere.

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  4. David

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The crab cakes were just bad. The seasoning was excessive, mainly filler and runny, not their best. The green beans were room temp at best and the crispy potatoes were cold and mushy. Really disappointed this trip.

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  5. Lynn

    Virginia2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was off putting. They recently were caught serving an underage customer, and consequently carding ANYONE who wished to order a drink, including my husband who is 78 years old. It Was disrespectful and insulting. Of course, our server was very nice, so this really points to poor restaurant policy, ie the manager or the owner. The quality of the food has declined. The crab cakes were VERY average. There was no binder and looked like it was piled in a scoop. They were poorly made. We were regular customers, but now it will be a while before we return, and hopefully the quality will improve.

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  6. Melissa

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Despite reservations for an indoor table and downstairs which was made over two months ago, we are offered upstairs or outside. Since my party had mobility issues and the restaurant is not handicap accessible upstairs we were forced outside where it was grass cutting and leaf blowing day - not great for conversation or eating! If it was an isolated incident I would not care but this is a consistent problem - 3 for 3 - for me. It is unfortunate the management is not more attentive to the finer details. For this reason alone, the Front Porch is no longer a preferred choice in Leonardtown.

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  7. Michelle

    Baltimore / Maryland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great graduation early dinner! Riley was awesome! Upstairs room to ourselves for most of the time. Food was great as was Riley's timing with serving. Thanks!

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  8. Nancy

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Brunch was nice. What I love there is the red pepper bisque! Unique menu. Sweet tea brined chicken and waffles was a hit. Needs a little less breading.

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  9. John

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was very clean and the staff were very polite/welcoming. We will definitely come back again.

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  10. Jennifer

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Melissa our waitress was amazing and it was my daughters Senior Prom.. Food was also amazing

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FAQs

The Front Porch - Leonardtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 997-1009.

The Front Porch - Leonardtown is rated 4.4 stars by 1169 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for The Front Porch - Leonardtown

22770 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD 20650

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Leonardtown
  • Hours of operation
    Open Mon-Thurs 11-9pm, Fri & Sat 11-10pm, Sun 10-3pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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