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Back Porch

4.5 (87 reviews)
InexpensiveAmerican
Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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Picnic lunch
Tara T.

I love going to the back porch for lunch!! This has become another one of my go tos when I am down in Lake Alfred!! I love the cute picnic basket style lunches they serve!! I got a special holiday sandwich the last time I was there and it was delicious! The also serve local beer and wines depending on what you're in the mood for! The service is great, and you go up to a podium and place your order. Once your food and drinks are ready they just bring it over to the table you're sitting at! Looking forward to my next lunch here!!

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Marilyn W.

One of the cutest places to go especially with friends from out of town. Atmosphere, food and service is great. Happy to have this wonderful place in Lake Alfred. I had chicken salad croissant and my best friend had the turkey. Delicious

broccoli salad
Tom V.

We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch here. Not only is the establishment "cute" and clean, but the service and food were excellent. We both ordered from their minimal menu (which is a great thing to behold), as well as the ever-changing daily soup, salad and dessert. You order on a check-off sheet, deliver it to the front counter and then it is delivered to your table. The sandwiches, soup, salad and desserts were all flavorful. The price(s) were reasonable and matched the quality of the food. The staff, including the owner who greeted and introduced himself at our table, were great. You can tell they all enjoy working here. We will definitely be back (again and again, God willing).

Sheri R.

A very cozy and cute place. I found out about it via a foodie video on Facebook so my sister, Mum, and I made the trek from Tampa to see it. It is a truly special place. The concept of having a little basket delivered to you with goodies sold me! You get a sheet of paper, circle what you want, and then hand it off. They bring it all out to you once it's ready. It was only $10.99 for an entree, salad, soup, and dessert. Because of how good the price was, I didn't have much qualms about the portion sizes. It reminded me of when your grandma lovingly packs a lunch for you to take to school. There's no frills about it, it's just decent food.

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Catherine B.

My family did a girls trip out here to eat and shop. I had never been here before and I was not disappointed! Starting with the drive up everything outside is adorable and was decorated for fall and Christmas. There was lots of parking available and it was busy but not overcrowded on a Saturday morning. To order here you grab a menu and fill it out at your table where they have pencils set out for you. Write your table number on top and then mark what items you want to eat and then bring it up to a cashier. The service was quick and everyone was so friendly. They have a great deal for $10.99 and it comes with a sandwich, a soup, salad and dessert. Lunches are served in the cutest little basket to your table and there is quite a variety to choose from. I had the beef sandwich that was made with a horsey sauce and French dressing and it was so so good! The tomato soup was delicious and the pasta salad was yummy too. I loved the carrot cake as it was moist and had a great flavor. It was the perfect amount of food and I loved being able to taste so much of the menu. Shopping is available in the restaurant but also at the other 3-4 stores on property. The only downfall of this place is I was hoping for some local made Christmas decor.

Menu and fruity draft IPA
Lissy Y.

What a truly special place! We drove out from Orlando and it 100% is worth the drive. Wonderful food and beautiful ambiance. You get so much food at a really affordable price. Everyone loved what they ordered. It's a great place to spend the afternoon relaxing, shopping, and antiquing.

Salvatore S.

What an amazing place to spend a few hours of your day. The back porch gives you that warm welcome home feeling the moment you walk into the doors. The staff are so friendly and make you feel right at home. The food is fantastic and is priced very well. The owner came by our table multiple times to check on us and we cannot be more pleased. If you're looking for something or somewhere to bring family this is the place!! Ps. We'd give you 10 stars if we could

Brooke V.

I lovedddd this place! It was a 10/10 for the expierence, the food, the customer service, and of course the scenery/ ambiance. I can't recommend this place enough. Perfect place for a date or lunch with friends or family. Your food gets served in picnic baskets and it's only $10.99 for an entree, salad, soup, & dessert. Definitely worth the money and the time!

Deck side outdoor table
Mike B.

Excellent lunch, friendly atmosphere, ecletic shopping. I had split pea soup, bbq pork sandwich, cole slaw, cherry tart desert and spiced raspberry iced tea.

Festive Chicken Salad sandwich with potato salad and dessert of the day - peanut butter explosion cake
Tina F.

Such a cute spot in a rural setting. This was my first time here. My friend selected this place for a Witches Day Out themed event for Halloween. I had never heard of this place before so I'm glad she picked this spot. Since we had a large group, they had roped off a section of the back porch for our party and even had fans placed out for us. Thankfully, it was a comfortable day outside with Fall around the corner. There is a nice view of the lake out on the porch deck. We saw fish, turtles, birds and even a baby gator. You place your order by checking off a double-sided paper menu. Prices were very reasonable, for food and drink. Take the menu and pay at one of 2 registers, inside or out. Food was brought out promptly afterwards in a white rectangular box. I noticed other reviews talked about baskets. Not sure if the cardboard boxes are used now due to COVID or if it is just a change they made. Either way, it works. I liked the simple aspect of it all. The food portions were sufficient. Not too much and not too little for me. I am usually a big eater but was satisfied. I ordered the sandwich, side and dessert for $7.97. The daily special had a Festive Chicken Salad on the menu so I went with that. It was basically their chicken salad sandwich with a little more oomph. It added apples, cranberries and a couple other things, which added interesting texture and flavor. The potato salad was good too. I went with the dessert of the day, which was peanut butter chocolate explosion. It was tasty but didn't knock my socks off, still good though. Enjoyed both the frozen sangria and the frozen peach bellini. Out of the 2 that I tasted, I preferred the sweetness of the peach. The owner was friendly and informative. He told us a little about the history of the place, with it being in his family since the early 60's I believe. It started with the antique store and added more from there. He was very accommodating to our group. Some ladies arrived a little late and the place closes at 4. Thankfully, he and his family live on the property and gave us extra time to finish our meals and take pictures at the many different photo shoot opportunities they have around their large property. Never felt rushed. Although it is a 45 minute drive for me, I need to make it out hrre again. Would love to look around the gift shop as I didn't make it in there this time around.

Nice little find. Food was good, pricing is excellent. I enjoyed ordering the multi course meal. Everyone was very nice. Sat outside overlooking a small pond with a baby gator swimming around. Will go again.

Vanilla ice coffee with caramel drizzle

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What a unique experience! Great food, relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff, hands-on owner. Our first visit will not be our last!

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My favorite place to go for a relaxing lunch and afternoon out; have been going there for years!

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