Welcome to Pat's Rest Awhile!

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Pat Gallagher is an Owner and the Managing Partner for Pat’s Rest Awhile.  more

Dining

Fresh seafood and variety in an extremely casual environment. Indoor and outdoor seating with beautiful views of Lake Ponchartrain. Daily specials for every type of taste bud.

Drinks

Wine and old fashioned cocktails in the Sophie Cottage. Full Service bar in the Frapart Main Dining. Daiquiris and full service at the Oyster Bar and Deck. Full Service on The Patio. Multiple comfortable places to enjoy a different feel and share a drink with friends and family.

Special Events

Corporate events, business lunch or private dining. We can accommodate gatherings of up to 35 people without you having to share space with other patrons or parties. Let us plan your exclusive event.

Frequently Asked Questions

  Extremely casual...a come as you are kinda place.

  Service oriented...we may be casual, but our service is upscale.

  Affordable...quality, fresh food that doesn't represent Lakefront pricing.

  A little loud...it's the tradeoff for keeping all the original wood.

  Fun...the table next to you may become your new best friends.

  Family friendly...plenty of space for the kids to roam, or for you to hide from them.

  Local...it's like a reunion, you will run into people you haven't seen in ages.

  Dog friendly...at the downstairs patio only.

  Quiet, intimate dinner...but we know the perfect place: 527, Gallaghers or Front Street!

  White table cloth dining...but we know the perfect place: 527, Gallaghers or Front Street!

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