Patois Restaurant

This place was so elegant andCozy. We were greeted at the door and seated as soon as we walked in. Our waiters Bert was very attentive to our table. With each meal Bert changed out our utensils and kept our water glasses filled. The food was delicious, mouthwatering also with the perfect glass of wine with each course. I had the grit-cakes then stuff catfish dessert peach pie!!! 10 out of 10 on this place Bert wins the best waiter of all time

I wish I could take credit for finding this place. Thanks to "Alexx_Robinson" from Instagram post. Decided to try it for restaurant week. A few of the items on the menu weren't on the regular menu so I had to try it. We had to make an early reservation so that was a good sign meaning all the good times were already booked. From the time we walked in we knew this restaurant screamed elegance and quality. I never order gumbo at restaurants but it was an option and wanted to try everything. So my girls got the gritcake with shrimp heaven on a plate and I got the gumbo. That dark roux and sausage oh my God! We were the only black ppl in there the entire time but was never uncomfortable or felt unwelcome. Bert our waiter was wonderful! Our tab was pretty expensive because we also got the wine pairing but it was worth every penny!

The gnocchi was amazing. The deviled eggs were great. The crusted fish dish was so delicious. My duck was overcooked and mealy. My son's filet was medium and not medium rare. Those two entrees were disappointing. In their favor, the price of the duck was removed from my bill.

Such a hidden jewel. My husband and I often say we could live in New Orleans 100 years and still could not try every restaurant. This quiet, quaint restaurant is located uptown right across the street from the Ft Laurel sign. It's a must you make a reservation. Our waiter, Bert, was simply amazing: friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable of the menu. We chose to try the restaurant week menu with the wine paring. First course we had the shrimp and grit cake and the smoked chicken and sausage gumbo. The flavors of the sausage, shrimp and roux were simply divine. The grit cake came with shrimp and succotash which was such a savory combination. Paired with the Prosecco was the perfect touch. Second course we had the stuffed fish and the lamb chops. The fish was stuffed with an andouille dressing and was served with asparagus. The lamb chops were cooked to perfection, served with a charred eggplant puree, Wild rice and crispy chick peas: chefs kiss. The fish was paired with a chardonnay and a priorat with the lamb chops: both complimentary to its entrée. Dessert was a peach upside down cake with ice cream and served with a Nieeport White Port that was the cherry ontop a phenomenal meal. We're definitely planning to dine again.

I live nearby but haven't been here for a long time. Went for brunch recently and it was as delicious as I remembered! We had the puff pastry, a fried oyster special, the much-touted gnocchi, and the Cuban madame. Everything was excellent including the fries with the sandwich. The gnocchi lived up to the hype and was very decadent. The puff pastry insides had a great flavor- the outer shell was a smidge burnt for my taste. Service was lovely and the rooms are sunny and cheerful.

Wow! What's not to like about this place? Nestled in a residential neighborhood, the ambiance is classy -casual, the food is out of this world, and the service was excellent. Do not miss!

Recently returned to this dining establishment. This neighborhood bistro was really on its game on this particular night. Sat at the bar. Was waited on by the bartender, attentive and a consummate professional. The bourbon and basil based concoction was OFF THE CHAIN! Starters and entrees were voluminously represented. I went a bit overboard. Bread service was fresh, house made, and exceptional. I never take bread home, but did this time! Moved onto jar packed Chicken liver pate preserved with a "lid" of duck fat with house-made "fried" saltines with an assortment of house made jam, mustard all EXCELLENT! Had to try the duck and andouille gumbo. Dark flavorful roux with a dash of heat. Perfect "callas" like ball of rice. Delish! The entree was gulf fresh Drum with pecans and browned butter over haricot verts-perfectly cooked and flavorful. Dessert-Crème Brûlée with an excellently formed crust. This all took place in a charming converted uptown home. Really a beautiful evening.

Love this place! A group of four of us were in town visiting for the weekend doing the food tour. We came across writing to this place and it sounded great. It certainly lived up to expectations. The pecan encrusted drum was excellent. I had the beef short ribs. they were, cubed with a light smattering of a macaroni style pasta in when I think it is a a beer and red wine reduction sauce. I'm eating it was tender and extraordinary! Our group, I'll give this place a resounding thumbs up! The service was great and the atmosphere was nice and comfortable. We will definitely come back here next time.

Service was ok except our server did not know if they had Calvados and the bartender did not know to warm the glass. Steak au pouive was disappointing. I wanted a beautiful char on the steak and I got it and it was a perfect medium rare but I wanted the fond, deglazed with brand and cream with toasted peppercorns. All I could taste was pepper. Totally ruined the dish. Could not eat itNot worth the hype

Excellent food and service! Delicious wine. I had the duck confit salad- yummy! My daughter had steak frites which was also delicious! Intimate space- perfect