This Beautiful Hike Near New Orleans Has A Mouthwatering Restaurant Right Along The Trail

Getting outside and exploring is fun, but you can work up an appetite. The Tammany Trace, Louisiana's only rail-to-trail hiking trail, is a beautifully paved trail that will send you through Lacombe, Slidell, Mandeville, Abita Springs, and Covington and you'll have the opportunity to explore each one as you pass through. If you find yourself at the Mandeville Trailhead, pop on over to this delightful little brewery and restaurant where you can fuel up before tackling the rest of the trail.

To learn more about the Tammany Trace, check out our previous article here.

The Tammany Trace is a converted rail-to-trail paved trail with over 30 miles to explore. The trail meanders through five towns, offering picture perfect scenery and a chance to explore the different towns along the way.

One of the five cities that the Trace runs through is Mandeville, and the Old Rail Brewing Company is located just off the trail.

It’s the perfect spot to pop in after a long day of riding your bike or walking the trail. Enjoy the air conditioned indoor dining area or sit outside on their patio and get ready for a mouthwatering meal.

Established in 2013, Old Rail is the perfect spot when you're looking for something casual without sacrificing flavor.

Their menu covers everything from ribeyes to shrimp and grits, with several pub snacks as well.

Whether you're just looking to share some Irish nachos with your friends, or enjoy a hearty dinner, Old Rail has got you covered.

And of course, you have to try some of their beers. Featuring 13 taps and a constantly rotating menu of seasonal brews, you can bet that there's a beer that perfectly compliments your meal.

And what goes great with a beer? A burger! Every month they feature a new burger crafted from the brilliant minds of the chef, so be sure to ask your server what the burger of the month is.

Old Rail Brewing Company is located at 639 Girod St, Mandeville, Louisiana 70448.

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