Patois
Brooklyn, NY 11231-4740
Phone: (718) 855-1535
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- DeGraw Street
- Directions:
- F, G at Bergen St
- Hours:
- Tue-Thu 5:30pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-11:30pm, Sun 11am-3pm, 5pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Patois – by Erin Behan
The Scene
Honeycomb-colored walls, random wall art, a peek into the kitchen from paper-topped tables--all combine for a casual, thrown-together ambience. The devoted late-night crowd of the neighborhood's bohemia--don't be surprised to hear French drift from table to table--lingers at tables over steaming plates and brimming glasses of wine. On winter nights, a fireplace gently warms a side dining room.
The Food
Classic French cuisine like smoked duck on a bed of frisse or mussels in a simple white wine broth immediately set a poetic mood. Specials--get the perfectly crisped duck confit when offered--should be taken advantage of. Seafood shines at every turn: The generously sized crabcakes arrive crunchy on the outside and meaty on the inside, while tender scallops melt in the mouth. But the rib-eye steak frites with a rich au poivre are especially hard to pass up. Desserts keep up the pace, with an Earl Grey-flavored pot-au-creme taking the cake.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitThe best seats are in the 12-table covered outdoor garden, set on a wood platform.
What to DrinkThe house wine list is inexpensive and well-chosen, but request the reserve list if you're looking for something special.
BrunchChoose from a $20 three-course prix fixe menu on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday--it's one of the neighborhood's best dinner deals. Brunch is $12 on Sundays.
User Reviews for Patois
08/15/2008 Posted by mimishim
This was my second time eating here, and the first time was a very pleasant experience, so I decided to bring more friends to join me for brunch. However, the second time will be the last time I ever go to this restaurant. The waiter was so rude to us, and trying to get refills on water and coffee was like pulling teeth. The tables were reasonably full, but not too hectic. I would have been happy with a "I apologize for the delay, will be with you shortly," if in fact he was too busy. Instead, I received terribly rude service and attitude from the waiter.
Pros: quaint environment
Cons: rude staff
07/06/2008 Posted by john11209
The French Toast was just wonderful. I've never had anything like it. Steak and Eggs were cooked just right. Coffee was excellent. They don''t have half and half but the waitress brought us cream and we made our own with milk and cream. Service was prompt, friendly and courteous. This was our first visit to the restaurant and we'll definitely be returning. We arrived early for brunch, about 10:50 a.m. before the restaurant opened and by 11:30 they were completely full with even more people waiting outside. That's got to tell you something about the restaurant. All in all a very nice experience. John and Janet.
Pros: Great Food, good service
Cons: Looks to get crowded for brunch so arrive early
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