Caribbean-American-inspired Patois Eatery & Social Lounge is now open at 2617 Washington Ave.
As The Scoop reported in April, the space retains the same ownership as its former incarnation, The Rustic Goat, but the management and direction of the restaurant have changed, according to marketing director Johnnie Franklin. The massive two-level space seats around 200 guests with small lounges available for private parties.
Helmed by head chef Carmen Harris, the open kitchen features tried-and-true jerk recipes from Chicago-based Jamaican restaurant, Uncle Joe’s Jerk. Chicken, catfish and shrimp are all offered as jerk preparations. A selection of small plates including pizza-like flatbreads and tacos are also available. Behind the bar, general manager Crystal Burkley has created a dozen or so house cocktails and offers a selection of national-label beers and a few wines by the glass.
Franklin intends to host several themed nights to attract nearby businesses and make use of the performance space in the center of the restaurant. Look for weekly music and drink specials like a reggae-themed happy hour and R&B and soul Saturdays.
Patois is open for lunch Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and for dinner Tuesday to Thursday from 5 to 11 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Sunday brunch service takes place 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Here’s a first look at Patois:
Catherine Klene is managing editor, digital at Sauce Magazine.
This article appears in April 2017.