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The Front Porch - Leonardtown, Leonardtown, MD

The Front Porch - Leonardtown

4.3 (1169)
$30 and under
Southern
22770 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD 20650

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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
    (301) 997-1009
  • Website
    http://www.thefrontporchmd.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    22770 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD 20650
  • 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

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Menu

The Front Porch - Leonardtown's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

Starters and Add-Ons

  • Braised Pork Nachos*$11.99

    BBQ-Braised Pulled Pork Butt on a bed of Crispy Fried Tortilla Chips topped with Cheddar Cheese, Pickled Onions, Chopped Tomatoes & Crispy Jalapeño Bottle Caps

    • Brussels and Bacon$9.99

      Crispy Fried Brussel Sprouts tossed with house-smoked Pork Belly, Goat Cheese & Honey. Served with a Dijon Mustard Sauce

      • Chilled Seared Tuna Wontons$12.99

        Tuna Seared Rare & rolled in Black & White Sesame Seeds served with Wasabi Vinaigrette over Crispy Wontons with Shredded Sesame Slaw

        • Fried Pickles$7.99

          Crispy Breaded Pickle Slices served with Cilantro Sour Cream

          • Scallop Crostini*$13.99

            Pan-Seared Scallops, Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Scallions & Garlic sautéed in a White Wine Lemon Butter Sauce on Toasted Garlic Baguette

            • Grilled Flank Steak Bruschetta*$11.99

              Grilled Flank Steak Slices on Toasted Focaccia Bread topped with Sundried Tomato, Basil & Parmesan Cheese

              • The Big Cheese*$13.99

                Assorted Cheeses, Apple Butter, Fig Bacon Jam & Sundried Tomato Herb Butter served with a Toasted Baguette & Dehydrated Seasonal Fruit

                • St. Mary's County Fried Oysters$13.99

                  12 ounces of Saltine Cracker Breaded & Fried Local Oysters served with a Louisiana-Style Remoulade

                  • Crab Dip*$12.99

                    Our perfect blend of Crab, Herbs & Seasonings in a Smooth, Creamy Dip served with Sliced Toasted Bread

                    • Roasted Red Pepper Soup

                      • Bowl$6.99
                      • Cup$4.99

                    • Vegetarian Gluten Free Soup Selection

                      • Bowl$6.99
                      • Cup$4.99

                    • Seasonal Soup Selection

                      • Bowl$7.99
                      • Cup$5.99

                    Sandwiches & Wraps

                    All sandwiches and such are served with one of our delicious seasonal sides. Substitute a Gluten Free Wrap for any Bread! Upgrade a cup of soup or a front porch salad to any Lunch Selection!

                    • Local Grass-Fed Cheeseburger$11.99

                      All Natural, Local, Grass-fed, Hand-formed 8 oz Beef Patty grilled & served with Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato & Sweet Red Onion on Brioche

                      • Fried Haddock$12.99

                        8 oz battered Haddock Filet served on Buttered Texas Toast with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion & Louisiana-Style Remoulade Sauce

                        • Fried Turkey BLTA$13.99

                          Fried Turkey Slices, Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Fried Green Tomatoes, Smoked Bacon, Avocado & Swiss Cheese on Texas Toast with Chipotle Mayo Spread

                          • Chicken Melt or Veggie Melt$11.99

                            Your choice of Grilled Buttermilk Chicken or Grilled Portabella Mushroom Caps topped with Spinach, Roasted Tomatoes & Melted Mozzarella served on Focaccia Bread with a Sundried Tomato Aioli. (get both mushrooms and chicken for just $2 more)

                            • Quiche of the Day$11.99

                              A warm slice of fluffy Quiche baked in a golden-brown Puff Pastry. Selections prepared daily. Served with a Small House Salad

                              • Maryland Style Crab Cake

                                Jumbo Lump & Special Crab Meat tossed in Old Bay, Herbs, & our house-made Crab Cake Mix, Pan-Seared & served with a Remoulade Sauce on Grilled Brioche

                                • Market

                              • Flank Steak Gyro$12.99

                                Crisp Romaine Lettuce tossed in Greek Dressing with Marinated Flank Steak, Tzatziki, Chopped Tomatoes & Feta Cheese served in a Warm Pita

                                • The Front Porch Pastrami Sandwich$11.99

                                  Thinly-Sliced Smoked Pastrami topped with Thousand Island Dressing, Melted Baby Swiss Cheese & Creamy House Coleslaw served on Texas Toast

                                  • Fish Taco's$12.99

                                    Blackened Salmon, Granny Smith Apple Coleslaw & Feta Cheese served in Warm Flour Tortillas

                                    Salads

                                    Dressings: Bleu Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Honey Mustard, Buttermilk Ranch, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Wasabi Ginger Vinaigrette, Greek

                                    • House Salad$7.99

                                      Fresh Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Diced Tomatoes, Crumbled Feta & Croutons

                                      • Caesar Salad$7.99

                                        Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Shredded Parmesan, Croutons & Classic Caesar Dressing

                                        • The Famous Front Porch Salad$8.99

                                          Fresh Mixed Greens, Spiced Pecans, Applewood Smoked Bacon Bits, Diced Tomatoes & Chopped Hard-Boiled Egg

                                          • Cobb Salad$9.99

                                            Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, Chopped Hard-Boiled Egg, Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Sweet Red Onions & Avocado

                                            • Soup & Salad$11.99

                                              Your choice of one of our available seasonal soups served with a fresh house or Caesar salad

                                              • Teres Major Spinach Steak Salad$14.99

                                                Fresh Spinach, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Tomatoes, Pickled Onions & Cucumbers topped with Medium Rare 5 oz Teres Major Steak

                                                • Cranberry Walnut Salad with Honey Maple Glazed Salmon$14.99

                                                  Fresh Mixed Greens, Feta Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Apples & Walnuts topped with Grilled Honey Maple Glazed Salmon

                                                  • Seared Ahi Tuna Over Field Greens Salad$13.99

                                                    Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna on a bed of Field Greens topped with Red Onions, Mandarin Oranges & Sliced Almonds served with house-made Wasabi Ginger Vinaigrette

                                                    • Harvest Chef Salad$13.99

                                                      Fresh Spinach topped with Fried Turkey Breast, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Granny Smith Apples, Dried Cranberries, Maple Pork Belly, Goat Cheese & Roasted Pecans served with a Cranberry Citrus Vinaigrette

                                                      Entrées

                                                      • Fried Chicken & Waffles$15.99

                                                        Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenderloins on a Sweet Cornbread Waffle topped with homemade Savory Pork Sausage Gravy & served with Grilled Green Tomatoes

                                                        • Smoked Pork Shank$21.99

                                                          Bone-In Smoked Pork Shank finished in a BBQ Braise on a bed of Creamy White Cheddar Grits, Pork Belly Red Beans & topped with House Fig Bacon Jam

                                                          • Salmon Crab Scampi$27.99

                                                            Pan-Seared Salmon topped with Jumbo Lump Crab that has been sautéed in a White Wine, Garlic & Butter Scampi Sauce served with Cilantro Lime Rice and Sautéed Baby Spinach

                                                            • Lamb Loin Chops$27.99

                                                              Colorado Grilled Lamb Loin Chops topped with Fig Glaze & served with Truffle Sweet Potatoes & Pork Belly Brussel Sprouts

                                                              • Scallop Risotto$26.99

                                                                Pan-Seared Jumbo Scallops on a bed of Sweet Potato Smoked Gouda Risotto with Maple Pork Belly Brussel Sprouts

                                                                • Teres Major$24.99

                                                                  10 ounces of Cast Iron Skillet Seared Medium Rare Teres Major topped with a Sundried Tomato Garlic Herb Butter served over Truffle Sweet Potatoes & Crispy Pork Belly Brussel Sprouts

                                                                  • Fried Green Tomatoes & Boursin Cheese$16.99

                                                                    5 Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes over Sautéed Spinach with Herbed Boursin, Parmesan, & Garlic Sundried Tomato Concasse

                                                                    • Pan Seared Halibut$28.99

                                                                      Fresh Caught Pan-Seared Halibut topped with Lemon Cream Sauce served over Pork Belly Red Beans and White Rice with Grilled Green Tomatoes

                                                                      • Fried Turkey Pot Pie$18.99

                                                                        Seasonal Vegetables & House Fried Turkey in a Creamy White Gravy topped with Flaky Pie Crust

                                                                        • Crab Cakes

                                                                          Pan-Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes tossed in Old Bay & served with a Cajun Remoulade Sauce, Creamy Coleslaw & Crispy French Fries

                                                                          • Market

                                                                        • Shrimp and Grits$21.99

                                                                          Creamy White Cheddar Grits topped with Andouille Sausage, Jumbo Garlic Butter Shrimp & Spicy Cajun Creole Sauce served with Grilled Green Tomatoes

                                                                          • Rosemary Ranch Chicken Kabobs$15.99

                                                                            Two skewered Rosemary Ranch Chicken Kabobs topped with Lemon Cream Sauce served on a bed of Sautéed Spinach & Cilantro Lime Rice

                                                                            Junior Menu

                                                                            12 & Under

                                                                            • Crispy Chicken Tenders & French Fries$7.99

                                                                              • Hamburger & French Fries$6.99

                                                                                • French Bread Cheese Pizza$6.99

                                                                                  • Grilled Cheese & French Fries$6.99

                                                                                    Last updated: February 1, 2022

                                                                                    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

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

                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                    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 offers a charming dining experience with "excellent food and service" often highlighted. Diners love the seasonal craft cocktails, unique menu items like "sweet tea brined chicken and waffles," and a cozy atmosphere with fireplaces. While some mention service inconsistencies, many praise friendly staff and delicious dishes like crab cakes and Cobb salads.
                                                                                    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 4.3 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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                                                                                    7:00 PM
                                                                                    Booked 8 times today
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                                                                                    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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