Elisabeth Estes

Review of The Porch at Schenley

The Porch is one of those places that consistently...

The Porch is one of those places that consistently delivers a great experience, no matter when you go. As I work just across the street, I'm a frequent visitor and have gone multiple times for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. First of all, they offer $1 coffee in the mornings, which is a no-brainer, but their breakfast sandwiches are an incredibly satisfying way to start the morning. I was particularly inspired by their use of jam on a savory breakfast sandwich, a delicious idea which I now use in my own cooking.

Lunchtime can be crowded, but as long as you go just before or after the rush there usually isn't an issue. Soups and sandwiches are the way to go, along with fresh bread, and be sure to try their house-made soda of the day -- it's always refreshing and different.

For dinner, the Porch has a casual feel mixed with the quality of a finer-dining establishment. I've always had top-notch service and felt that the staff was always willing to accommodate any needs mentioned, to the extent of bringing me a cute little pot of chocolate for my decaf latte when I felt it needed a bit of extra pizzazz. Bottom line: The Porch is an underrated but amazing place to enjoy a meal any time of day!