Pat's Downtown Menu

Welcome to Pat's Downtown, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Lafayette, Louisiana. This inviting eatery is renowned for its authentic Southern cuisine, where every dish is crafted with care, leaving the boxed mixes behind. Patrons rave about the fried catfish—considered the best in town—and the daily specials, like the half fish, half crawfish étouffée. The flavors transport you straight to the bayou, making you feel right at home.

But what truly sets Pat's apart is the warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests are greeted with genuine Southern hospitality; the staff goes the extra mile to ensure comfort, offering thoughtful gestures like water and ice packs during hot festival days.

  • Authentic flavors without pre-packaged shortcuts
  • Daily specials that surprise and delight
  • Inviting ambiance paired with excellent service

For a delightful taste of Southern charm and quality, make sure to visit Pat’s Downtown.

All Day - Salads

Chicken Strip Salad

US$16.90

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

US$16.90

Hamburger Salad

US$15.93

Grilled Shrimp Salad

US$17.88

Garden Salad

US$13.00

Crab Patty Salad

US$17.88

Grilled Chicken Salad

US$16.90

Fried Shrimp Salad

US$17.88

Taco Salad

US$17.55

Plain Stuffed Potato

US$12.03

Crawfish Etouffee Potato

US$17.23

Chicken & White Gravy Potato

US$16.25

Fried Shrimp Potato

US$17.23

Chicken Fajita Potato

US$16.25

Grilled Shrimp Potato

US$17.23

Plain Potato

US$9.75

Mexican Potato

US$16.25

All Day - Mega Potatoes

All Day - Poboys

Hamburger Poboy

US$13.65

Cheeseburger Poboy

US$14.30

Shrimp Poboy

US$14.95

Fried Fish Poboy

US$14.95

Bread Pudding

US$6.83

Peach Cobbler

US$6.83

Sweet Pot Fries (Large)

US$6.83

Onion Rings

US$5.85

French Fries (Small)

US$4.55

Oreo Pudding

US$6.83

Curley Q's

US$5.85

Sweet Pot Fries (Small)

US$5.20

Potato Salad

US$4.55

French Fries (Large)

US$5.85

All Day - Side Orders

All Day - Plates

Kids' Meal (2 Strips With FF)

US$10.73

Fried Crab Patty W/Crawfish Etouffee On Top

US$21.78

1/2 Shrimp & 1/2 Fish Plate

US$21.78

Fried Fish W/Crawfish Etouffee On Top

US$21.78

Chicken Strip Plate

US$15.28

Fried Shrimp Plate

US$21.78

Hamburger Plate

2 patties with grilled onions steamed vegetables or salad.

US$15.93

Fried Fish Plate

Potato salad, corn, roll, and dessert.

US$18.20

Grilled Chicken Plate

2 breasts with grilled onions steamed vegetables or salad.

US$15.93

Crawfish Etouffee Plate

Potato salad, corn, roll, and dessert.

US$18.20

Fried Shrimp W/Crawfish Etouffee On Top

US$21.78

1/2 Etouffee 1/2 Fried Fish Plate

US$18.20

Hamburger Wrap

US$12.35

Crab Patty Wrap

US$13.65

Grilled Shrimp Wrap

US$13.65

Fried Chicken Wrap

US$12.35

Grilled Chicken Wrap

US$12.35

Fried Shrimp Wrap

US$13.65

All Day - Wraps

All Day - Sandwiches

Knockout Burger

US$11.05

Bacon Cheeseburger

US$10.40

Fish On Bun

US$11.70

Shrimp On Bun

US$11.70

Hamburger

US$8.78

Pork Chop Sandwich

US$10.73

Crab Burger

US$11.70

Crab Burger With Etouffee

US$14.30

Cheeseburger

US$9.43

Chicken Sandwich

US$10.08

Chicken Strip Sandwich

US$10.08

Fried Fish W/ French Fries Or Curly Q's.

US$18.20

Fried Pork Chop W/Rice Dressing, Vegetable, Dessert And Roll

Fried pork chop served with rice dressing, smothered cabbage, a dessert, and a roll.

US$16.58

All Day - Daily Plate Lunches