I'm giving 4 stars as a resident who remembers the previous establishments that occupied this building, going back to 2006. Given that metric, PATRIOT adequately fills the needs of a neighborhood family restaurant/taphouse.
On a recent outing, the food was well prepared (standard bar fare with a few interesting twists, like the pimento cheeseburger) and the microbrew menu was quite impressive.
Thumbs up to the improved decor, as well.
Here's hoping they can handle the weekend crowds with ease.