Home of the World-Famous Original Thin Fried Catfish®
Home of the World-Famous Original Thin Fried Catfish®
Wednesday-Sunday, 10:30am-9:00pm
30160 Hwy 51 S, Akers (Manchac), LA 70421
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Third visit to Middendorf’s (Manchac) last week. First visit was in 2017, second visit in 2018. All three times get 5 Star ratings! We love the thin fried catfish! The service is always fast, the food is always hot and tasty! I love the laidback atmosphere and view of the water! This time, it was just two of us, and we went mid-afternoon on a Friday (4’ish o’clock) and it was mostly empty. Audrey was our server – she was helpful and showed up right when needed without being overbearing. I hope our next visit isn’t as long of a time in between, but even if it is, I have no doubt Middendorf’s will be just as good then!
We arrived on October 1st, the beginning of October fest! German specialties all month! Stuffed flounder was on the menu, it was wonderful! We had the apple strudel for dessert.
Middendorfs is an absolute destination landmark if visiting Louisiana! Friendly and wonderful staff. The thin fried catfish is amazing. Can’t wait to eat here again.
Awesome catfish as I remember. Hadn’t been there for several years, I told my wife it was a must eat place while on our way to New Orleans. She also loved the food and atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and the service was great. Food was hot when it came out, after only a 10 minute wait.
We had a table of 20 ladies and our precious waitress handled our many needs with so much hospitality and class! She even remembered several ladies names! The banana bread pudding and stuffed shrimp are to die for!
Man oh man! This is my fave restaurant in the entire world! You can literally order anything on the menu & I’m sure it’ll be good. I get the same thing pretty much like in pics below. It’s a must stop and n the way to Nola, & sometimes coming back too. Some places try to copy their thin fish, & fail doing that. This place has it down pat. Shrimp/crab gumbo, thin fish, oysters, shrimp, soft shell, it’s all good! Sometimes they have car shows there too on Sun. I’ve seen the British one b4, & the Corvette one was the wk prior.
We’re right off I-55, Exit 15 Manchac. You can see us from the interstate.
We have several parking lots with plenty of room… even for RVs and buses.
We do not take reservations. It’s first come, first serve.
Yes — we’re a big place! If you have a group of 20 or more, we appreciate a heads-up. Click here for more details.
Whether it’s for business, personal or just family fun… we host events at Middendorf’s Manchac.
It’s all casual over here.
Yes! We’re located on Lake Maurepas: N 30° 17.337’, W 90° 24.087’, and we have a lot of space to dock your boat.
We have The Deck which is located on beautiful Lake Maurepas. It’s open in the warmer months (usually Spring to early Fall) on Saturdays and Sundays (weather/staff permitting). The Deck is designed to stay cool with an insulated roof, misters and fans. No wait staff out there — order and pick up food from the bar. There’s also a sand play area for the kids with palm trees, sun shades and a Fishing Wishing Well. Arrive via water or land. Also, when the weather is really nice, we’ll open the windows on The Porch which overlooks the sand play area and has great views of the water.
We have a sand play area with the Fishing Wishing Well, palm trees and sun shades. We also have our animal enclosure where you can watch our chickens, geese, fish and more. Plus, we have the Middendorf’s Express G model train inside the restaurant. It makes its rounds all year long, exciting little kids and grown up kids alike. During the holidays, we have tons of fun Christmas decorations which make great backdrops for family photos.
We’re known for our Thin Fried Catfish, but we have a whole lot more on our menu.
Yes, we have a menu for children 10 years and younger.
Yes, you may bring a cake for your celebration, as long as it is a traditional cake (not cupcakes, pies, king cakes, etc.) Keep in mind, we do offer ice cream cakes on our menu that come with an awesome sparkler candle and a Middendorf’s celebration hat! They’re on our dessert menu. Just order from your server.
Yes, we have seating available on The Porch for you and your dog — just make sure they stay on a leash. We also have seating on The Deck which is open on Saturdays on Sundays during the warmer months (usually Spring to early Fall).
Yes, we have a gift shop with all kinds of fun stuff. It’s located on your left when you step inside the restaurant.
We have two types of gift cards: traditional/physical and e-gift cards. You can purchase both in our restaurants or online, and they can be used at Middendorf’s Manchac and Middendorf’s Slidell.
We’re always looking for good people to join our Dorfer Crew. Apply in-person Wednesday-Friday, 11am-4pm or apply online.
The restaurant is owned by Horst and Karen Pfeifer. It’s been locally owned and operated since 1934.
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