Back Porch Cafe

We walked in without reservations on Saturday evening, no problem finding a seat. It was a little after 5 so we had our choice of sitting, inside or outside. The outside had a deck above the back porch. We chose to sit there to take advantage of the sun. We started with hot appetizers followed by cold. We had planned to go elsewhere so we didn’t try any of the entrees. They all sounded good though. The chef doesn’t all substitutes, clearly stated on the menu. Regarding drinks, we enjoyed some cocktails before switching to an English organic ale beer. Our server Brandon did an excellent job answering our questions and making our experience enjoyable!

I shared dinner with friends at the Back Porch Café on the evening of October 16^th. The ambiance was terrific. The weather was cool but al fresco dining worked very well. Had it been cooler, the restaurant has heat lamps. A jazz combo provided live music, and at one point we danced. Service was attentive but not hovering. Two ate crab ravioli (with a delicious cream sauce) and another friend ate the rabbit. The ginger beer and ravioli were home made. For dessert, we shared the tiramusu. It was a great evening — casual, fun, good service, great food and music. What else can you ask for?

Perfect blend of old-​fashioned French and American style. Food is simple yet delicate, worth of a detour. Brunch menu changing seasonally or even weekly. We had REALLY GOOD crêpes. Atmosphere causal though welcoming. Like the live band and the balcony. Bookmarked for next time.

We came down from New England… My mother in law recommended this place. rest of my wife’s family we’re visiting Rehoboth
wife n her brother ordered the shrimp and crab cake plate.
It was very small tasted like it came out of a can with no flavor for $ 24.95.
Rest of the food had no taste…
We call that waitress /​told Credit us send the food back which she did. after the manager came by and was rude to us. will go back to New England to enjoy real seafood

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This was an overall impressive experience. First of all, the ambience is quaint but elegant. I feel like I was in my grandmother’s house in Europe, in the dining room that just happens to have a bar. The bartender, dressed in the casual way your uncle might when hosting a family dinner, prepared delicious cocktails at his leisurely pace. This is that kind of place– if you’re anxious you will spoil your own experience.
As for the food, the appetizers were fantastic! We had pâté and sweetbreads, balanced perfectly by carefully selected accompaniments. The entrees, rabbit and duck breast, were delicious though a bit underseasoned– for my palate. You might love it so they are worth it.
The blueberry dessert was underwhelming, but after such a feast one can easily skip this course. The server, also, was attentive and eager to please, truly professional. Most servers seem to treat this job as seasoned professionals. This is one of only a couple of places that are impressive in this town.

We eat here every time we’re in Rehoboth. Great atmosphere. Beautiful Outdoor patio. Dog friendly. No snooty attitudes. Not crazy expensive. Trying desperately to find a dish that is NOT phenomenal. I hate cucumbers and adore the cucumber soup. Lobster with blueberries. Superb. marmalade made of lemon rinds. Amazing. Drinks too of course. Lemon drop our fave. Ok orange crush is so-​so. There. I found a flaw. We were heading to kaisys last time for dessert but couldn’t resist key lime and as usual was excellent. We are intl foodies and this is by far one of the best we’ve ever eaten at.

I’ve been passing by this place for years until I went on a recommendation. Thursday night was the prix fixe menu dinner. The selections were really impressive. Sashiimi tuna appetizer was the best quality fish I’ve seen in a long time. I had the duck confit entrée and peach cobbler dessert. I was very impressed. Great place for two. Definitely not inexpensive, but reasonable given the quality of the food and service. The only exception was the party next to us that brought their brats. The adults were perfectly content to have them either running all over the place, or crying. Tip for the waiter: Don’t bring baskets of bread for the kids. Will definitely return and will hope that I don’t sit near a party of imbeciles.

First time to RB and last time to the BP. Overpriced and mediocre at best. Nothing stood out to warrant the entrée prices but the desserts were very good.

A pleasant experience!
We were a party of 4 early Sunday afternoon, the place was operating normally but was not hyper-​busy. One decided he’d like «steak and eggs» for brunch, something that isn’t on the menu, although the components are. The chef was very accommodating, steak and eggs was produced –with a chimichurri sauce– and it looked great! The waiter was helpful and knowledgeable about the food, ask if you wonder about something.
Hubs had the French County Salad w/​poached egg, actually 2 poached eggs, and it was lovely. The eggs were perfectly cooked to give that nice saucy effect, on the greens it’s terrific.
The girls had the Torchon of Savory Cabbage. Visually it’s a hot weather dish, but not as dramatic as the steak/​eggs, french salad. Everything on the plate is shades of green/​yellow with a colorful carrot salad for a bit of orange. Being an idiot I had no idea what a «torchon» would be, I was expecting cabbage with lump crab and avocado. It had those things, but they’re in a loaf format with an avocado dressing.
By the time I’d tasted and eaten the last morsel it didn’t matter. The preserved lemons totally redeemed the dish, adding a tangy flavor to every bite. The dish just isn’t as showy as the salad or the steak, order it with confidence that it’s a fine meal.
This isn’t a place to go for a quick meal, it’s fine dining, set back from the street, good service, food prepared with flare and skill. Enjoy!

One of the best restaurants in Rehoboth! Super deal on Thursday nights too with their Prix Fixed Menu. Food is always prepared perfectly. Highly recommend.

We always look forward to evenings spent at The Back Porch. The staff are so welcoming and kind. They really go to great lengths to provide a fun experience. Highlights include: pre-​dinner Dark & Stormy, delightful but not overwhelming live music during dinner, delicious food, flaming coffee and an eclectic art collection — featuring new pieces all the time — so take a walk around the interior rooms and enjoy. Looking forward to our next trip!

My favorite restaurant in Rehoboth. Great service, delicious food, and great ambiance. If you go for brunch, try the dayboat scallops — you will not be disappointed.

Only had crème brûlée and coffee but it was TO DIE FOR! All the other food looked great also!

Long wait wasn’t worth it! Overpriced.
Waited an hour for a table. Food was ok nothing spectacular. High prices for what it is. Service with a bit of an attitude.
I found the place to be pretentious and snotty (not the customers, the staff).
The place has a great reputation, but I don’t get it.

Very professional place. Each dish executed to perfection. Although pricy, it’s worth the money. The structure of the old place slows service down, but the dishes are worth waiting for.

It’s hard for to review this place because I have never had a full meal here. I came years ago with a friend for dessert. It was probably almost 10pm but the restaurant was still busy. We were seated under steps that the wait staff kept stomping up and down which we didn’t understand when there were open seats. We then ordered an espresso crème brulee which was awful! It was like brown baby food with no flavor. I had not been back since until recently stopping here on the Rehoboth food tour. We were given a glass of sparkling wine with a cool dill and cucumber soup which was fantastic. I would go back again just for the soup. The owner came and talked to us all and has owned the restaurant for years with the same employees. Because of how delicious this soup was I will give this place another shot and hope to up my stars!

Best dinner we had in Rehoboth by a mile. Quirky menu, but something for everyone. Interesting dining space. Kind of tight, but that seems to be the way it is in Rehoboth. We went on a Thursday and they had a 3 course prix fixe for $ 38, with a good selection of options. Will definitely return!

Pretty good food, very charming setting. Service def coulda been better/​more attentive/​faster, but overall, experience was fun.
Rabbit ragu was very delicious and flaming coffees were fun.

On a recent weekend trip to Rehoboth, I stopped into this restaurant on a whim. The décor was nice and the waitress even better, but that’s where the good times ended. I love cooking and am a foodie by nature, yet the menu seemed to contain a list of contrived dishes. Not contrived by way of experimental, but contrived by way of showing off – too much. And if you’re going to show off, the meal should at least be tasty. No sir.
I had a hanger steak that was tough, chewy as wintry shoe leather, and vastly flavorless – not even tasting of the meat itself but of the char from its cooking. No salt, no fresh cracked pepper, no minced garlic; nothing. I could not finish the dish, even though it came out looking pretty. The bread too was hard, as was the butter to put on the bread (cold as a block of ice). I may have enjoyed the appetizer, but I cannot remember it because I was so put out by my tasteless entrée. I left the restaurant hungry… and pissed as a newborn.
Bottom line: Save your money and eat elsewhere! You have been warned. I’ve had far, far better meals in chic restaurants in cosmopolitan cities for WAY LESS than they were charging here. If you do not heed this warning, you will only have yourself to blame as you hand over your credit card and curse under your breath.