Welcome to The Front Porch
Southern coastal comfort, downtown charm.
Set inside the historic Sterling House, The Front Porch offers creative Southern Coastal cuisine in a cozy, casual space. Warm décor, original hardwood floors, and local photography create a relaxed feel for locals and visitors alike. Our friendly team delivers gracious service, while the menu features starters, soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrées with daily specials and seasonal ingredients. Dine in, take out, or order delivery with ease.
Celebrate in a Space with History
Host your next gathering in our inviting back room, a private space designed for comfort and connection. The room features a curated beverage selection and a welcoming bar area, making it ideal for birthdays, family events, and small celebrations. Guests enjoy attentive service, flexible seating, and a setting that reflects the charm of the Sterling House, creating moments worth sharing
Fast, Simple, and Convenient
Enjoy your favorites your way with easy ordering options. Choose dine-in for a relaxed meal, takeout for busy days, or delivery when staying in. Our online ordering system is quick to use and designed to keep your experience smooth from start to finish.
Order online directly through our website and enjoy reliable service every time.
Fresh Dishes, Seasonal Focus
Our menu offers a wide range of starters, soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrées crafted with care. Daily specials highlight seasonal ingredients and local produce, giving guests new options to enjoy throughout the week. Save room for our rotating dessert menu, which changes often to keep things interesting for returning guests and first-time visitors alike.
Sip & Savor
Easy Catering for Any Occasion
Let The Front Porch handle your next event with catering options suited for gatherings of all sizes. From family celebrations to business meetings, our menu selections are prepared with the same care as our in-house dining. Flexible options, dependable service, and familiar favorites make planning simple and stress-free.
Your Table, Ready When You Are
We take pride in our restaurant and the heritage of the Sterling House, and we warmly invite you to dine with us. Reservations help ensure a smooth experience, especially during busy hours. Book your table online through OpenTable and enjoy relaxed dining in a space filled with local history and welcoming hospitality.
Historic Leonardtown Dining
Address: Historic Downtown Leonardtown, MD
Cuisine: Southern Coastal
Atmosphere: Cozy, casual, historic home setting
Highlights: Original floors, fireplaces, local photography
Hours:
Sun: 10 am–3 pm
Mon–Thu: 11 am–9 pm
Fri–Sat: 11 am–10 pm
What our guests are saying
Amazing food and portion sizes were incredible. We enjoyed the Brussels and bacon appetizer followed by the pecan-crusted salmon with the crab scampi on top and the front porch salad with chicken. We will definitely be back! Loved sitting outside on the porch!
Shauna P.
High-quality food in a charming setting. Staff were cheerful, accommodating, and eager to help. We tried the crab dip and Brussels sprouts—I had the burger—all were fabulous. Do note the restaurant is literally in a house, so it is more open and less private than a restaurant with booths. Prices were steep but felt worth it due to quality.
Samg
Dakota made our entire experience. We were a party of 12, and her engagement with us elevated the entire experience. The food and drink were delicious but still second to the service. Thank you, Dakota!
Levacy C.
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Delivery
Takeout
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Reservations
Private Dining Room
Fireplace
Happy-Hour Food
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Waffles, Biscuits, Grits, French Toast, Breakfast, Chicken Salad, Home Fries, Poutine, Onion Rings, Biscuits Gravy, Brussels Sprouts, Pancakes, Brunch, Chicken Tenders, Pork Chop, Jambalaya, Sausage, Breakfast Sandwich, Benedict, Fries, Quiche, Smash Burger, Fried Green Tomatoes, Breakfast Sandwiches, Bar Food, Scallops, Hot Chicken, Nachos, French Fries, Bacon Burgers, Burgers, and Reuben Sandwiches
Where are you located?
We are located in Leonardtown, MD at 22770 Washington Street
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Leonardtown, Tintop Hill, Britton, Society Hill, Beauvue, Redgate, Compton, Saint Clement Shores, Wildewood, Breton Beach, White Point Beach, Hollywood, St. Mary's County, Loveville, Chingville, Clements, Dynard, Hillville, Oakley, Abell.
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