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The Porch Winter Park

Updated 2026-08-19 · 15,282 reviewed · 209 listed · Scored from 2,544 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(2544) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
Texas-Style BBQTraditional Smokehouse BBQBBQ Buffet
The Porch Winter Park
Price
moderate
Services
Texas-Style BBQ, Traditional Smokehouse BBQ, BBQ Buffet
Reviews
2544

What recent reviews say

The Porch delivers reliable brunch and casual dining in a welcoming bar setting. Multiple reviewers highlight skilled bartenders and servers who go the extra mile, paired with consistently good burgers, wings, and seasonal specials. A few guests noted service lapses when tables were over-assigned and occasional issues with outdoor seating comfort.

Praised for
  • friendly, attentive staff
  • consistent food quality
  • vibrant social atmosphere
  • accommodating service
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Best for: Brunch groups and casual diners seeking craft cocktails in a social bar setting.

Strengths

  • skilled bartenders making craft cocktails
  • weekend brunch menu until 3 pm
  • dog-friendly outdoor seating
  • two convenient locations

Worth knowing

  • Bartenders Olivia and others praised for craft cocktails
  • Servers Bailey, Cierra, and hosts Reese and Jason specifically mentioned for attentiveness
  • Weekend brunch runs until 3 pm
  • Dog-friendly patio
  • Two dining areas with notable temperature differences noted by guests

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.5 average across the 78 texas-style bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 60
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
1680
4
552
3
167
2
54
1
91

Common questions

Do you serve brunch?
Yes. Brunch is served weekends until 3 pm and includes items like shrimp and grits.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome on the outdoor seating area.
What should I know about wait times?
Weekend brunch can have waits (expect 30 minutes during peak times), but the bar area offers seating while you wait.
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Last updated 2026-08-19