Mandeville is where the urban meets the natural. Founded in 1834 by the Marigny de Mandeville family of New Orleans, it developed early on as a lakeside summer resort for wealthy denizens of the Crescent City. This remains in evidence in the older quarters of the city, and in some of its key historic properties that are found on Lakeshore Drive. In the 1950s, Mandeville was connected to the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain via the Causeway, the longest bridge in the world. To complement its well-established, wooded suburbs, Mandeville offers a full complement of upscale amenities. These include fine dining establishments, shops, day spas, and much more.
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The fishing is excellent in Mandeville. Throw out a line from your perch on the seawall along Lakeshore Drive or check out the Mandeville Pier at Sunset Point for great fishing and a view of the sunset and the 24-mile-long Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Bridge. Shopping in Mandeville is top-notch with plenty of options for shoppers, from national retail chains with home décor and the latest fashions to boutique interior decorating shops. Mandeville’s restaurant scene is a good and varied one. Enjoy Louisiana seafood and other specialties with a water view at places like The Lakehouse or Rips on the Lake. Have a craft brew at The Barley Oak or an awesome breakfast at everyone’s happy place, Liz’s Where Y’at Diner.