Restaurant Patois
10 expert reviews
“Hidden on a quiet residential corner, this bustling bistro could have been transported directly from Provence.”
– Fodor's
Concierge
"Chef Aaron Bergau turns out bistro specialties with an emphasis on farm-to-table cuisine."
Frommer's
"A fine choice for a delightful Uptown meal or brunch, highlighting local seafood, produce, and cheese sources." Full review
Lonely Planet
"One of the hottest names on local foodies’ lips, Patois serves French haute with a New Orleans accent (hence ‘patois’)." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Patois customers especially rave about dishes like fennel-crusted panéed Mississippi rabbit, potato and crab gnocchi, and crispy pork belly with seared scallops." Full review
Zagat
"There's a "buzz" in a "quiet pocket of Uptown" thanks to this "so-cool" French–New American where "talented" chef/co-owner Aaron Burgau crafts a "confident" "farm-to-table" menu." Full review
Gayot
14.0
"Located on an Uptown side street, this intimate restaurant sits in an artfully designed space that pulses with energy." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Louisiana regional dishes take center stage, but there are plenty of influences from French, Italian, and Spanish cuisines as well."
Where
"Patois is one of the city’s hottest venues, combining Burgau’s inventive French cooking with a cool neighborhood bar scene. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The service is attentive but never overbearing...Patois delivers local Creole and Cajun flavors with a European touch and lots of restorative natural light." Full review