Located in Hawthorne, New Jersey, The Front Porch is serving up an Asian twist on fine American dining from the esteemed Chef Melissa Mak.
The Front Porch re-opened in July 2015 and is located inside the homey town of Hawthorne, NJ. Since then, Chef Melissa Mak has been creating unique dishes to compliment the rustic and industrial look of The Front Porch.
From tin walls to galvanized piping, The Front Porch gives its guest a unique atmosphere paired with creative dishes. Taking classic American dishes and adding a subtle hint of Asian flavors to create an appetizing combo. The Front Porch also offers a full bar managed by our creative mixologists, serving up unique cocktails as well as seasonal craft beers and some domestic/import classics.
Phone
(973) 310-3828
Location
217 Wagaraw Road
Hawthorne, NJ 07506
Kitchen Hours
Tuesday - Thursday 3pm-10pm
Friday - Saturday 3pm-11pm
BRUNCH SUNDAY
11am-3pm
Bar Hours
Tuesday - Thursday 3pm-11pm
Friday - Saturday 3pm-12am
BRUNCH SUNDAY 11am-3pm
Wings
$9 5pc
/
$18 10pc
Single Fried Wings
$9 5pc
/
$18 10pc
$10 5pc
/
$20 10pc
Double Fried Wings
$10 5pc
/
$20 10pc
$7 5pc
/
$14 10pc
Naked Fried Wings
$7 5pc
/
$14 10pc
$9 5pc
/
$18 10pc
Chicken Tenders
$9 5pc
/
$18 10pc
$.50 for extra sauce
(Comes with blue cheese or Ranch)
$.50 for extra sauce
Choice of: Garlic Soy, Bourbon BBQ, Fire Me Up, Thai Sweet Chili, Korean Sweet Chili, Maple Bacon Jalapeno, Teriyaki, Buffalo, Garlic Parmesan, Kobra Thai, Cajun Dry Rub, Lemon Pepper Dry Rub, Old Bay Dry Rub, or Salty Pepper
Appetizer
$15
Rock Shrimp
Spicy Garlic Mayo
$15
$15
Sriracha Meatball Sliders
Pickled onions, Mint, Honey Sriracha Sauce served on Lotus Leaf Bun
$15
$13
Street Eggrolls
Glass Noodles, Cabbage, Carrots served with a side of Thai Chili Sauce
$13
$15
Steak Puffs
Steak, Peppers, Onions, Mozzarella Cheese, Cheese Sauce
$15
$11
Mak n' Cheese
Don't leave it plain, add Truffle (+2), Bacon (+2), or Buffalo (+2)
$11
$10 5pc
Pork Potstickers
Pan-fried housemade dumplings. Served with a Soy Vinegar sauce
$10 5pc
$16
Wonton Nachos
Pickled Tomato Salsa, Avocado Mousse, Crema
$16
$8
Fancy Edamame
Basil Oil, Sea Salt, Chili Flakes, Lemon Zest
$8
Salad
(Shrimp (+9), Steak (+10), Tofu (+6), Grilled Chicken (+7), Salmon (+10)
$17
The Front Porch Salad
Mixed Greens, Napa Cabbage, Corn, Dried Cranberries, Cucumber, Wonton, Chick Peas, Toasted Walnuts, Boiled Egg & Balsamic Vinaigrette
$17
$16
Beets and Goat Cheese Salad
Mixed Greens, Red Beets, Fried Goat Cheese Medallion, Sweet and Sour Pecans, Crumbled Goat Cheese & Sesame Dressing
$16
$19
I See Food
Calamari, Octopus, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Feta Cheese, Lemon Miso Dressing
$19
Sandwiches
(Choice of: Salad, Sesame Rice, Plain Fries, Sweet Potato Fries (+$2), Onion Rings, Bok Choy, Garlic Mashed Potatoes (+$2), or Brussel Sprouts (+$2)
$19
Steak Sandwich
6 oz. Marinated Steak, Chimichurri Sauce, Mixed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Mozzarella cheese, Portuguese Bread
$19
$20
Hot Mama's Chicken Sandwich
Hot Honey Sauce, Housemade Pickles, Honey Dressed Slaw
$20
$16
Porky Panini
Scallion and Cucumber Salad, Smoked Gouda, Tomato, Sweet n Savory Sauce, Garlic Bread
$16
$15
General Tsos Tacos
Napa Cabbage and Radicchio Mix, Shredded Carrots, Flour Tortilla
$15
$17
Giddy Giddy Tostada
Rice, Salmon, Grilled Pineapple Salsa, Ginger Mustard Sauce, Fried Seaweed
$17
Burgers
All of our burger patties are made from Brisket, Chuck and Short Rib (Choice of: Salad, Sesame Rice, Bok Choy, Plain Fries, Onion Rings, Sweet Potato Fries (+$2), Garlic Mashed Potatoes (+$2), or Brussel Sprouts (+$2)
$17
Guinness
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Crispy Onions, Mozzarella Cheese, Homemade Guinness Sauce, Lotus Leaf Bun
$17
$16
Galbi
Pepper jack Cheese, Sauteed Onions, Mixed Mushroom, Sunnyside Up Egg, Spicy Mayo & Galbi Sauce served on a Brioche Bun
$16
$19
The Ramendoro
Two Smash Burgers, Smoked Gouda, Miso Roasted Tomatoes, Basil Aioli, Fried Ramen Buns
$19
ENTREES
$22
Pokemon Bowl
Rice, Raw Tuna, Boiled Egg, Carrots, Corn, Pickled Onions, Pickled Tomato Salsa, Cucumbers, Sesame Seeds, Korean Sweet Chili
$22
$20
Front Porch Ramen
Sliced Noodles, Corn, Soy Egg, Bok Choy, Enoki Mushrooms, Shrimp Tempura
$20
$24
Bo Kho Stew (Vietnamese Beef Stew)
Braised Short Ribs, Bok Choy, Mashed Potatoes
$24
$22
Pan Seared Salmon
Rice and Brussel Sprouts. CHOICE OF ONE SAUCE: Garlic Soy, Sweet and Savory, Thai Sweet Chili, or Teriyaki
$22
$20
Mapo Tofu
Mushroom, Thyme, and Red Pepper Rice, Chili Garlic Sauce
$20
Sides
$6
Basket of Fries
(Choice of: Plain, Parmesan (+1), Lemon Pepper (+1), Cajun (+1) or Truffle (+2)
$6
$7
Basket of Sweet Potato Fries
(Choice of: Plain, Parmesan (+1), Lemon Pepper (+1), Cajun (+1) or Truffle (+2)
$7
$6
Sesame Ginger Rice
$6
$6
Bok Choy
$6
$7
Salad
Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Carrots Choice of: Sesame Dressing, Balsamic Vinaigrette, or Lemon Miso Dressing
$7
$7
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
$7
$7
Brussel Sprouts
$7
$6
Beer Batter Onion Rings
$6
Sunday Brunch
$15
Too Matcha Toast
Challah Bread, Whipped Cream, Matcha Dust. (Add Berries 4)
$15
$20
Chicken & Bubbles
Fried Chicken, Bubble Waffles (Choice of Maple Syrup or Maple Bacon Jalapeno)
$20
$15
Mak Stack
Japanese Souffle Pancakes, Hot Honey, Frosted Flakes
$15
$18
I Want Eggs My Way
Fried, Omelette, Scrambled, or SunnySide. Choice of 3 Toppings: Avocado (+2), Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Raw Onions, Cheddar/Monterey Cheese, Bacon, Sausage, Red Peppers
$18
$19
Makgriddle Burger
Souffle Pancake Bun, Mozzarella, Sunnyside Egg, Maple Syrup. (Add Bacon or Sausage 2)
$19
$14
Breakfast Tacos
Scrambled Eggs, Onions, Mushrooms, Peppers, Potatoes, Crema. (Add Bacon, Sausage, or Cheese 2)
$14
$17
Miso Benedict
Poached Eggs, Mixed Greens, Avocado Mousse, Miso Hollandaise, Lotus Leaf Buns. Choice of Bacon or Sausage
$17
$4
Bacon
$4
$4
Sausage
$4
$2
Extra Egg
$2
$5
Home Fries
$5
$5
Basket of Fries
$5
$7
Salad
$7
$6
Pan Fried Dumplings (3)
$6
$6
Steamed Edamame
$6
$6
Street Egg Rolls (1)
$6
COCKTAIL
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The Front Porch Team