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| - Had dinner at Patois tonight after wanting to try it for a while now. Let me just say, it was amazing! I didn't think about making a reservation even though it's Saturday, but the person who greeted my boyfriend and I at the door was able to accommodate us at the bar - great start. We ordered a beer and a Trade Wind cocktail for drinks; he got the jamaican double down and a half order of og fried chicken; I got the pineapple bun burger.
The double down was a nice treat, spicy and a little decadent. The fried chicken was a real pleasure - crispy, not too greasy, good portion size, and paired with a lovely honey sriracha sauce. Finally, the burger was a saucy, messy delight. The bun is slightly sweet and thin enough to avoid overpowering the rest of the burger. It didn't hold up well, but it didn't matter - I enjoyed scooping up bits of beef patty with the chips that came as a side.
I also want to point out the decor, which I found really impressive. The vibe was cozy and a bit exotic, and you get the sense that whoever designed the restaurant paid a lot of attention to detail.
All in all a good experience - we're looking forward to going back for "The Whole Shebang" special :-D
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