Middendorf's Seafood Restaurant

Middendorf’s Manchac is the original home of Middendorf’s, a Louisiana dining tradition since 1934. Located in the heart of the Manchac Swamp on beautiful Lake Maurepas, the restaurant is famous for its World Famous Original Thin Fried Catfish® and its unique waterfront setting.

For more than 90 years, Middendorf’s has welcomed generations of guests with fresh Louisiana seafood, family-friendly hospitality and a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Guests can arrive by land or boat and enjoy a meal surrounded by the beauty of South Louisiana’s waterways and wildlife.

Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting Louisiana for the first time, Middendorf’s Manchac offers a taste of Louisiana history, culture and hospitality—all in a setting you won’t find anywhere else.

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Conveniently located right off I-55 between Laplace and Ponchatoula. Exit 15 Manchac