The Front Porch

Name: The Front Porch
Address: 65 29th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94110, US
Telephone: (415) 695-7800
Price range: $$
Rating: 4

Southern-inspired comfort, crafted cocktails, in SF's Mission

4(5 reviews)

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About

The Front Porch is a bar and grill in San Francisco's Mission District known for fried chicken, mac and cheese, and homestyle sides. Guests praise friendly, attentive staff, welcoming vibes, and a lively, old-school atmosphere. The menu evolves, but fried chicken remains a staple, and inventive cocktails complement the bar scene and casual dining experience.

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65 29th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA

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65 29th Street

San Francisco, CA, 94110

(415) 695-7800 www.thefrontporchsf.com/

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Services

Southern Comfort Food

Enjoy classic dishes like fried chicken, mac and cheese, collard greens, and cornbread, with a focus on hearty, flavorful meals.

Craft Cocktails

Sip on creative drinks such as the Porch Swing and Okey-Dokey Artichoke, made with quality ingredients in a lively bar setting.

Group Dining and Events

Host gatherings in our cozy space, ideal for birthdays or casual meetups, with attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere.

Happy Hour Specials

Take advantage of deals on apps and drinks during select hours, offering great value in a fun environment.

Dessert Selection

Indulge in sweet treats like pecan pie, perfect for ending your meal on a high note.

4.00 · 5 reviews

Overall rating

Janet Vu

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· 9 months ago

Tasty! Although honestly the portions were smaller than expected, especially for a southern restaurant -- but it's also SF, so idk. The chicken and waffles were filling, and the hype about the Mac and cheese is understandable (although not as good as Homeroom according to my partner, he's a big fan of Mac and we visited here for his bday). The muffins are TINY lol (see pic), so price makes sense for the quantity I guess? The bready sides were solid, and the apple jam was quite tasty (preferred over the rosemary better). With tip, about $100 for 2 The service is phenomenal! Friendly and attentive with drink refills. The decor is fun and nice too, so the cost could be worth the experience if you care about these more than food. We had leftovers, but probably could've finished everything They also have a deal for apps and drinks until the 20th (?), and I believe it was a couple dollars off 1hr after open? Sunday-Thurs! We went on a Monday evening around open and it was not busy at all

Deborah Borne

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· 9 months ago

I love the front porch. It may in fact, be one of my top favorite San Francisco restaurants.I come here with large groups of friends and for one on one conversations. I’m a big fan of the fried chicken and frankly think it’s the best in San Francisco. Also their mashed potatoes mac & cheese and collards are phenomenal. Their menu changes regularly, but they always have the staple of the fried chicken. If you’re lucky you’ll come on a night when there’s a gem salad or fried pickles. They make great cocktails. I love the okey-dokey artichoke and the Porch swing. One time I ventured out and tried a drink I didn’t like - and they replaced the drink no questions asked. The atmosphere is homie with a little bit of old school vibes. The staff are amazing and very welcoming. I never was a big Dessert person until I ate the pecan pie here!

AJ M.

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· 10 months ago

25$ for 3 small pieces of burnt chicken and 1 dry waffle. I believe this doesn't justify the taste or quality of food for this price range. Besides that, the staff is very accommodating and the atmosphere is nice.

Rhonda Burns

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· 1 year ago

So everyone knows now that I am a foodie. I have been here several times without posting a picture of my food. Today I purposely am doing so because this place although hidden away by a alley is a gem in the Mission area. I arrived around 6p.m after my Art Gallery event in Castro. It was packed only seating was @ the bar, I ordered a charbroiled Angus burger with loads of blue cheese with Cajun fries. I also order a refreshing and unusual cocktail with bitters called "Respect your Elders" made with Elderflowers and European bitters . It was so disarmingly good and subtle. That burger was perfectly done with all the fixings and a variety of hot sauces on the side, those fries were crispy and delicious. I was pleasantly full. Next time I got to try the fried chicken with Mac & cheese and collard greens on the side. The patron next to me said it also is delicious. I would give this restaurant a 10 just for the food but, the staff and owners get some love for making people feel welcomed.

Yuchen L

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· 1 year ago

Great vibes. Food was overall pretty good but no standouts. We tried the baked Mac and cheese (pretty standard taste), the cornbread was dry, the gumbo a little watery. The fried chicken was done very nicely though. Dive bar vibes

Rich Table in San Francisco offers inventive American cuisine with a tasting-menu approach and attentive, thoughtful service. Guests praise creative dishes such as porcini donuts, sardine chips, uni pasta, and a standout tomato martini, along with wine pairings and desserts like panna cotta. The dining experience is described as balanced, flavorful, and elegant, even in a lively, crowded room.

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