Patois is a quaint, romantic neighborhood restaurant featuring classic French cuisine with a distinctly Louisiana accent. Located at 6078 Laurel Street in Uptown, this restaurant opened in 2007 when chef Aaron Burgau, who previously worked at Bank Cafe in Marigny, partnered with Leon and Pierre Touzet to create something special. The space feels intimate and charming, perfect for couples and those seeking connection over a meal. Chef Burgau's rustic cuisine builds on Louisiana themes with dishes like almond-crusted Gulf fish, house-made boudin, pork rillettes, and rabbit wrapped in crispy chicken skin and stuffed with boudin. Everything speaks to an understanding of local ingredients and traditions reinterpreted through a French lens. The restaurant is closed Mondays and Tuesdays, open Wednesday through Thursday 5-9 PM, Friday through Saturday until 9:30 PM, and Sunday for brunch 10:30 AM-2 PM. Rated 4.5 stars by over 1,300 OpenTable diners, Patois delivers on its promise of accessible French cuisine that honors New Orleans' unique food culture.