Poogan's Porch has operated out of a restored Victorian house in Charleston's historic district since 1976, one of the longer-running Southern kitchens in the city. The name comes from Poogan, a neighborhood dog who used to hang around the property; the house itself carries a reputation for a few ghostly tales alongside its Lowcountry cooking.
Shrimp and grits is the dish most associated with the restaurant. Fried chicken, biscuits, a fried chicken sandwich, and a Cobb wedge salad all show up regularly in what regulars order, alongside a daily brunch that draws its own crowd — fritters, french toast, and collard greens among the dishes diners mention. Service gets singled out as often as the food, with staff regularly described as a highlight of the visit.
Poogan's Porch is part of Poogan's Hospitality Group, and the historic setting — brunch crowds, old-Charleston atmosphere, and all — has made it a regular stop for special occasions in the city.
Shrimp and grits is the dish most associated with the restaurant. Fried chicken, biscuits, a fried chicken sandwich, and a Cobb wedge salad all show up regularly in what regulars order, alongside a daily brunch that draws its own crowd — fritters, french toast, and collard greens among the dishes diners mention. Service gets singled out as often as the food, with staff regularly described as a highlight of the visit.
Poogan's Porch is part of Poogan's Hospitality Group, and the historic setting — brunch crowds, old-Charleston atmosphere, and all — has made it a regular stop for special occasions in the city.