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Ken's Back Porch Cafe

980 Awald Road, Suite 103, Annapolis, MD 21403
410-280-0380
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Ranked #5 of 206 restaurants in Annapolis
Cuisines: American
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013 via mobile

Went there early this morning for Memorial Day brunch but found them closed with a big sign out front that says they are closed permanently. I'm sad that I never got to try their creme brûlée French toast.

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Sheffield, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

All prior reviews stated that this is the reason to go there, so we did. We had crab dip; crab and clam soup, crab cakes. We also asked where the crab came from, since it was not yet in season in the Chesapeake. The waiter explained. Another visitor confirmed that this was still the best crab in town. We enjoyed.... More

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See 3 more reviews by Gay T for Annapolis
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

Best crab cakes I have had anywhere. The service is great. I wish they had some indoor seatig though so they could be open year round!

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Annapolis, Maryland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

I loved everything That I have chosen in the past. Ken's is one of the first places I think of when introducing guests to Annapolis

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2012

Who could resist eating delicious food outside on a porch on the water across from beautiful views? We can't! Try the Creme Brulee French toast - it can't be beat!

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Annapolis, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2012

I'll start right with the down side which was the long line (they do not take reservations). My wife and I went for Sunday breakfast. We arrived in time for breakfast but the hour long wait took us past that into lunch. Fortunately, they were servicing their signature French Toast all day. This is a meal to die for! I... More

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Houston,Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2012

We just loved brunch at Ken's Back Porch Cafe. The creme brulee french toast and the crab cakes with poached eggs and old bay hollandaise sauce were fantastic. We would definitely return and will highly recommend. Loved the view of the marina. We went on a Thursday morning and did not have to wait. Food was great, and service was... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2012

The owners of this restaurant are known for their quality catering in the area, The restaurant is aptly named, since the only tables are outside on the back porch. I think the interior of the building is their kitchen for this venue and all their catering. So, it is only open seasonally and I think it is closed in the... More

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Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2012

You really can't beat Ken's Back Porch Cafe for the food and the atmosphere. You are literally on the back porch of the building to dine which means you have a great view of the water and the boats. My husband and I have been here three times for breakfast/brunch. If you get there early enough there is no wait... More

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North Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2012

We all enjoyed our brunch, the wait was an hour, but we went because reviews on tripadvisor. My friends food was cold, but it might be what you expect when they are so busy We will come back Richard Frank

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