Patois is a place we've been meaning to try for some time. We've walked by several time over the summer and the place has always been busy. The night of our visit was no exception. All tables were full during our stay and walk-ins were disappointed even as late as 10:30 PM when we finished our night.
The atmosphere is reminiscent of a surfer beach shack/snack bar. Very fun, whimsical yet comfortable and inviting.
The staff were all friendly, pleasant and helpful throughout the busy dinner service. Our waitress (who reminded me of Karen - Natascha McElhone of Californication) gave us some great recommendations.
The menu consist of a bunch of snacks/appetizers and sides that you pair up with a main.
We started with the double down beef patties, kimchi potstickers and both were great. Add bacon to anything and it makes it even better if you ask me.
For our entrees we had the 1/2 jerk chicken a porkbell. I was surprised how juciy and tender both were. The jerk seasoning had just enough heat for just about anyone to enjoy. I did find it to be a little salty for my taste but my partner thought it was fine for her taste.
All our sides (dirty rice, fried cauliflower and coleslaw) were good. The cauliflower was exceptional but it you had to choose to eliminate one let it be the coleslaw. We expected more from the coleslaw I guess.
Do not finish off your evening without dessert. We were so full and even had leftovers to take home but could not pass up on the drunk apple bundt cake. It was the perfect little bit of warm sweetness to end the evening and the rum was not overpowering.
We'll definitely be back and we will bring friends so we can try the "whole shebang" tasting/sharing menu.