Middendorf's

"A close-up of Middendorf's signature dish: fried thin catfish filets. They crunch as much as a potato chip, yet the ribbon of meat inside is moist and succulent."
Michael Stern






"What a way to start a meal: six barbecued oysters on the half shell."
Michael Stern



"Here's another good way to start a meal, or a nice little meal all itself: a line of barbecued shrimp."
Michael Stern



"Louis Middendorf built his place in the midst of the Depression using his World War I veteran's bonus of $500 and a $500 loan from the mayor of New Orleans."
Michael Stern



"Nice-size chunks of crawfish make these crusty, hand-pattied cakes a joy to eat."
Michael Stern



"A South Louisiana tradition: shrimp Remoulade. There's a lot of good sauce there ... and a lot of shrimp, too."
Michael Stern



"A close view of peach bread pudding shows its sweet striations."
Michael Stern



"This view from the side of Middendorf's shows I-55, which is elevated through the bayous north of I-10."
Michael Stern