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The Front Porch BBQ & Seafood

About Us

Welcome to The Front Porch BBQ & Seafood, a delectable buffet restaurant in Hattiesburg, MS, serving the greater surrounding area. Established with a passion for exceptional dining experiences, we offer a diverse buffet featuring mouthwatering options like BBQ specialties and fresh seafood. Our salad bar is always stocked with the freshest ingredients, catering to health-conscious diners. Whether you choose to dine-in or enjoy our takeout options, our flavorful dishes are sure to impress. We also provide buffet catering services for special events, bringing our delicious offerings to your gatherings. Taste the goodness and hospitality of The Front Porch BBQ & Seafood – where every bite feels like a warm welcome.

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Open on Holidays
Family Friendly
Affordable, Fresh Buffet
Locally-Owned

Our Services include:

Catering
Dine-In
Takeout
Event Catering
Large Event Catering
Venue
Corporate Luncheons
Corporate Catering
Small Venue
Open on Holidays
Buffet Catering Services
All-You-Can-Eat Buffet
Group Dining
Senior Discount
First Responders Discount
Military Discount
Kids Discount
Holiday Buffet Specials
Group Discounts
Sports Teams Group Dining

Our Products include:

BBQ Buffet
Salad Bar
Seafood Buffet
Ribs
Brisket
Ham
Smoked Chicken
Sausage
Baked Beans
Potato Salad
Corn
Fried Fish
Fried Chicken
Chicken Tenders
Baked Fish
Hush Puppies
Grilled Shrimp
Frog Legs
Fried Oysters
Fried Shrimp
Fried Livers
Fried Gizzards
Daily Specials
Beverages
Coke Products
Desserts
Strawberry Shortcake
Peach Cobbler
Soft Serve Ice Cream
Vegetables
Sweet Potato Casserole
Field Peas
Lima Beans
Turnip Greens
Potato Logs
Mashed Potatoes
Mac n Cheese
Fried Okra
Gumbo
Red Beans & Rice
Shrimp Alfredo
Seafood Dressing
Jambalaya

Testimonials

On 11/28/2025 shambria jones had this to say:
Love stopping here when I'm in the area!

On 11/26/2025 Jon Adams had this to say:
Great food and great people to do business with

On 11/21/2025 Corina H had this to say:
Clean. Food was delicious. Staff very friendly.

On 11/5/2025 Will W had this to say:
Great buffet for a great price

On 10/26/2025 Oliver Warren had this to say:
Good Food,great service

Contact Us

The Front Porch BBQ & Seafood
205 Thornhill Dr Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Phone: (601) 264-3536

Near the movie theater and The University of Southern Mississippi

Where To Find Us

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Info

Catering Menu

FAQ

How much does the buffet cost?

The buffet is available for $17 per person, with a special rate of $16 for seniors, and is offered Monday through Sunday. For those craving seafood, we feature a special seafood buffet on Friday and Saturday nights priced at $26 per person, with a senior rate of $25.

Which holidays can you enjoy a meal at The Front Porch BBQ & Seafood?

We are open on Easter, Thanksgiving, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and New Year's Day to serve you. On the other hand, we are closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, December 26th, the 4th of July, Labor Day, Memorial Day, and New Year's Eve to allow our staff time to celebrate with their families.

Do you provide catering services?

Absolutely, we offer off-site catering to make your events flavorful and memorable with our delicious offerings.

Are you able to host large groups?

Yes, we can accommodate sizable parties and are ready to make your gathering a memorable experience with our warm service and great food.