Patois

This place was an absolute highlight of visiting Toronto. Recommended by a local Toronto resident - I was impressed with this one. The ambiance of the location when you walk in is pretty nice. The myriad of food options we ordered came on a round spinner in the center of the table, allowing us to share food very easily. So we ordered all types of things that were all amazing. The food is a mix of Asian/Carribbean fusion, which was a new thing for me, but I was so full & left wanting more still! It didn't photograph well, but the most memorable thing I got was the cookie butter french toast that was one of the most delicious desserts I've gotten at a restaurant in a long long time. Could definitely do this again.

4.2/5 Busy restaurant with a laid back vibe. They offer Caribbean Asian fusion food which is very interesting. We dropped in early on a Friday evening. The patio seating is on Dundas street, which was a bit too chaotic for our liking so they seated us at the bar, which was okay. The servers were casual but nice. We started with their Island Punch which was delicious. For food, we chose the Short Ribs, Jerk Chicken (half order), Popcorn Shrimp Fried Rice and Jamaican Coleslaw. They were out of the Lobster which was unfortunate, maybe next time. The Short Ribs were heavily seasoned and deep fried. This was a tad heavy for our liking. The Popcorn Shrimp Fried Rice was excellent. We devoured this quickly. It coupled well with the Jamaican Coleslaw which was creamy and sweet. Yumm. The Jerk Chicken was moist with a kick of spice to it. Spicy but delicious. We enjoyed our meal here. I’d return to try some of their other items. A good casual dinner option if you’re in the area!

Four of us went to Patois after seeing the great reviews. The food was ok, everything was fresh and well made but it was missing any kind of depth of flavor or spiciness that you would expect from a Caribbean restaurant, even if it's fusion. The flavor from the jerk chicken was only on the skin and did not get into the meat. The fried chicken had a great coating but again, no flavor in the meat. My favorite dish was the popcorn fried rice, that was pretty good. Wait staff was super friendly and always had a smile on their face.

Heard about this restaurant from Will Lou in one of his podcasts and it did not disappoint! We will 100% be coming back, so many more things to try. You must get the shrimp pasta and caesar salad, the flavour is incredible. Great service and friendly atmosphere. 10/10!

Amazing service, l loved the rum punch. Crispy Brussels sprouts were the star of the table. Food is good yet it's not special. Good thing is the serving sizes are big, you won't leave hungry. I want to go back and get their feast to try different dishes.

Left with a food coma because I couldn’t help myself! The food was amazing! The music was great, service was good as well. I need to visit again so I can have the desert! It looks amazing! We ordered: Popcorn shrimp fried rice Chinese pineapple bun burger Jamaican patty double down - no bacon

Amazing! Great fusion place. If you love Asian & Caribbean food this is a great unique spot. I had the fried chicken that folks at my table thought they stole the recipe from Popeyes. The Dr Pepper ribs were tender and delicious. Must try!

The food here was delicious. We tried the brunch menu (so it didn't have a lot of the most commonly reviewed items) and opted for a Create Your Own Ultimate Brunch with two items and a side ($48). I think that's cheaper than if you bought everything separately, but maybe just by a few bucks? We chose the Patois Eggs Benny and Fried Chicken and Waffles, and the Trini Mac Pie (+$6). So in all, our meal was $54 and around $70 including tax and tip. The chicken and waffles was AMAZING - the cornbread waffles were such a great texture and flavour, and the chicken was seasoned perfectly. I seriously could have had a bucket of chicken. The one issue I had was that the sweet waffles kept attracting wasps, and we weren't even seated outside! We ended up scarfing down our food in 10 minutes to escape them. But other than that, 100% recommend the chicken and waffles. The Eggs Benny was good, but nothing too special. The use of the Jamaican patty as the base was definitely interesting, but it had become a bit soggy. The Trini Mac Pie was honestly really good but it was a bit unfortunate we had to pay a $6 upcharge for it as I didn't think including it in the $48 would be crazy, given the size of each dish. Overall, I definitely recommend Patois. Next time I'll come for dinner and try some of the more hyped items!

This place was an absolute highlight of visiting Toronto. Recommended by a local Toronto resident - I was impressed with this one. The ambiance of the location when you walk in is pretty nice. The myriad of food options we ordered came on a round spinner in the center of the table, allowing us to share food very easily. So we ordered all types of things that were all amazing. The food is a mix of Asian/Carribbean fusion, which was a new thing for me, but I was so full & left wanting more still! It didn't photograph well, but the most memorable thing I got was the cookie butter french toast that was one of the most delicious desserts I've gotten at a restaurant in a long long time. Could definitely do this again.

4.2/5 Busy restaurant with a laid back vibe. They offer Caribbean Asian fusion food which is very interesting. We dropped in early on a Friday evening. The patio seating is on Dundas street, which was a bit too chaotic for our liking so they seated us at the bar, which was okay. The servers were casual but nice. We started with their Island Punch which was delicious. For food, we chose the Short Ribs, Jerk Chicken (half order), Popcorn Shrimp Fried Rice and Jamaican Coleslaw. They were out of the Lobster which was unfortunate, maybe next time. The Short Ribs were heavily seasoned and deep fried. This was a tad heavy for our liking. The Popcorn Shrimp Fried Rice was excellent. We devoured this quickly. It coupled well with the Jamaican Coleslaw which was creamy and sweet. Yumm. The Jerk Chicken was moist with a kick of spice to it. Spicy but delicious. We enjoyed our meal here. I’d return to try some of their other items. A good casual dinner option if you’re in the area!

Four of us went to Patois after seeing the great reviews. The food was ok, everything was fresh and well made but it was missing any kind of depth of flavor or spiciness that you would expect from a Caribbean restaurant, even if it's fusion. The flavor from the jerk chicken was only on the skin and did not get into the meat. The fried chicken had a great coating but again, no flavor in the meat. My favorite dish was the popcorn fried rice, that was pretty good. Wait staff was super friendly and always had a smile on their face.

Heard about this restaurant from Will Lou in one of his podcasts and it did not disappoint! We will 100% be coming back, so many more things to try. You must get the shrimp pasta and caesar salad, the flavour is incredible. Great service and friendly atmosphere. 10/10!

Amazing service, l loved the rum punch. Crispy Brussels sprouts were the star of the table. Food is good yet it's not special. Good thing is the serving sizes are big, you won't leave hungry. I want to go back and get their feast to try different dishes.

Left with a food coma because I couldn’t help myself! The food was amazing! The music was great, service was good as well. I need to visit again so I can have the desert! It looks amazing! We ordered: Popcorn shrimp fried rice Chinese pineapple bun burger Jamaican patty double down - no bacon

Amazing! Great fusion place. If you love Asian & Caribbean food this is a great unique spot. I had the fried chicken that folks at my table thought they stole the recipe from Popeyes. The Dr Pepper ribs were tender and delicious. Must try!

The food here was delicious. We tried the brunch menu (so it didn't have a lot of the most commonly reviewed items) and opted for a Create Your Own Ultimate Brunch with two items and a side ($48). I think that's cheaper than if you bought everything separately, but maybe just by a few bucks? We chose the Patois Eggs Benny and Fried Chicken and Waffles, and the Trini Mac Pie (+$6). So in all, our meal was $54 and around $70 including tax and tip. The chicken and waffles was AMAZING - the cornbread waffles were such a great texture and flavour, and the chicken was seasoned perfectly. I seriously could have had a bucket of chicken. The one issue I had was that the sweet waffles kept attracting wasps, and we weren't even seated outside! We ended up scarfing down our food in 10 minutes to escape them. But other than that, 100% recommend the chicken and waffles. The Eggs Benny was good, but nothing too special. The use of the Jamaican patty as the base was definitely interesting, but it had become a bit soggy. The Trini Mac Pie was honestly really good but it was a bit unfortunate we had to pay a $6 upcharge for it as I didn't think including it in the $48 would be crazy, given the size of each dish. Overall, I definitely recommend Patois. Next time I'll come for dinner and try some of the more hyped items!

This place was an absolute highlight of visiting Toronto. Recommended by a local Toronto resident - I was impressed with this one. The ambiance of the location when you walk in is pretty nice. The myriad of food options we ordered came on a round spinner in the center of the table, allowing us to share food very easily. So we ordered all types of things that were all amazing. The food is a mix of Asian/Carribbean fusion, which was a new thing for me, but I was so full & left wanting more still! It didn't photograph well, but the most memorable thing I got was the cookie butter french toast that was one of the most delicious desserts I've gotten at a restaurant in a long long time. Could definitely do this again.

This establishment is located steps away from Bathurst and Dundas. I love the atmosphere here, it's a great place to have drinks with friends/ more casual date. Their food is fusion of Chinese and Jamaican food. I tried their pineapple burger which was $27.5. Although their food is on the pricier side, I do feel like their food is a solid 7/10. I would come back with a bigger group of friends next time, and order a bunch of things to share. The table next to us ordered their Jerk Chicken Chow Mein ($27) and it looks very appetizing/ great value!

Love this fusion, the menu made it so hard for us to choose. Definitely will come back to try more things. Our waitress was super nice and helpful to us. She moved us to a different table on the patio because the table was broken. We tried the beef ribs, the jerk chicken chow mein , and the brussel sprouts. The ribs were stunning. 11/10 would try again. My friend and I still are talking about how good they were. The jerk chicken chow mein was interesting! Smokey flavour but next time I'd order crispy as the soft was too soupy for me. I didn't love this dish. We both really liked the brussel sprouts. They were coated in a mayo sesame sauce with bean sprouts and cold noodles. Overall, the dishes were pretty expensive despite splitting between both of us, and the portions were okay sized. I'd say it's a splurge visit but worth it !

The service was great and the workers were polite and informed on the menu. I also really like the atmosphere. Great music choices. The food was good. We did the feast for 2. Got some interesting pieces of food. Definitely an interesting place.

The food here was delicious. We tried the brunch menu (so it didn't have a lot of the most commonly reviewed items) and opted for a Create Your Own Ultimate Brunch with two items and a side ($48). I think that's cheaper than if you bought everything separately, but maybe just by a few bucks? We chose the Patois Eggs Benny and Fried Chicken and Waffles, and the Trini Mac Pie (+$6). So in all, our meal was $54 and around $70 including tax and tip. The chicken and waffles was AMAZING - the cornbread waffles were such a great texture and flavour, and the chicken was seasoned perfectly. I seriously could have had a bucket of chicken. The one issue I had was that the sweet waffles kept attracting wasps, and we weren't even seated outside! We ended up scarfing down our food in 10 minutes to escape them. But other than that, 100% recommend the chicken and waffles. The Eggs Benny was good, but nothing too special. The use of the Jamaican patty as the base was definitely interesting, but it had become a bit soggy. The Trini Mac Pie was honestly really good but it was a bit unfortunate we had to pay a $6 upcharge for it as I didn't think including it in the $48 would be crazy, given the size of each dish. Overall, I definitely recommend Patois. Next time I'll come for dinner and try some of the more hyped items!

Reservations! This place was packed and they take their reservations seriously. My friend wanted to try this fusion Chinese Jamaican food because it's a unique combo you don't see much. Staff is pretty friendly. We didn't have reservations and opted to wait out any no shows and they were still attentive to us. We decided to sit outdoors instead of standing in the doorway. It was a rainy day so only one other party was dining in the covered outdoor seating. It kind of stormed so seats were little soaked but the hostess got us paper towels to wipe them down. We waited about an hour and gave up, deciding to dine outside since that didn't require reservations. Our only concern was the food getting rained on when they brought it out but the rain cooperated. I think my favorite was the burger that used a pineapple top bun as the bun. Hilarious fusion take and the one must try item. It was pretty good, not life changing but a must try once for those who grew up with pineapple buns and anyone who likes the sweet and savory mix. To those weirded out by combo, don't be a jerk chicken. We also went with the crispy noodle dish since we saw someone else order that. The sauce is pretty strong but it was good overall. Last dish we got was spare ribs. Pretty similar to the honey spare ribs you find at some dim sum places except coated and deep fried in what I assume is Jamaican seasoning. If you've never tried Jamaican food, I guess prepare yourself for flavor overload. I don't mean that in a bad way, just saying that since my friends were surprised by it.

Such a unique concept - I've never had Chinese-Jamaican cuisine before so this was a MUST during our visit. We were greeted and seated by an extremely friendly server who provided great recommendations, and the food did not disappoint! We ordered the following: -Jerk Chicken Chow Mein (with soft noodles): very flavorful, a bit spicy -Pineapple Bun Smash Burger: DELICIOUS, it was sweet and savory and had so much flavor in every bite, the shrimp chips were a bit stale though I would highly recommend trying this spot if you're in the area!

finally got to cross patois off my list and it was worth the wait! i enjoyed the more asian side of their Jamaican Chinese fusion dishes - especially the izakaya creamy shrimp pasta. It was rich with mushroom umami flavour and paired well with the chewy ramen noodles. The jerk chicken had good flavour but was a bit on the drier side, more so for the white meat pieces. I also saw cookie butter HK french toast on the menu so that was a sure order. The cookie butter flavor was not really noticeable but It was a really good HK french toast! Overall, it was a very satisfying meal and I would definitely come back to try more dishes and their patties. on our menu: juicy jerk chicken - double (7/10 ) izakaya shrimp pasta (9/10 ) cheesy jerk butter potatoes (7.5/10 ) cookie butter french toast (8/10 )

It just beckons me when I get the opportunity to experience two cultural foods together. What a combination, Chinese and Caribbean. We were seated outside and I was a bit perplexed, thinking about how all the dishes might fit on the small table. We made it work with the three of us. The house lager was very tasty. We had the Jamaican pepper shrimp toast, Jamaican oxtail, doubles with fried okra, Chinese pineapple bun burger, juicy jerk chicken, and jerk, pork belly yakisoba. Everything was really fantastic. We missed out on the lobster nuggets as they just ran out. Our waitress was a bit busy so we had to try and catch her at times for extra chair, set of silverware, drinks, and ordering extra food dishes, and the bill.

Food was decent! Very interesting combinations and dishes. We enjoyed it overall, but nothing really wowed us.

Jamaican x Chinese fusion. A cuisine I didn't know existed and now I only crave it. The place is lively and staff is very interesting. Can't wait to be back

Patois was recommended to me by a couple of friends for my trip to Toronto. The vibe is super cool and they had some bomb music playing! Apparently we came for their first weekend for the return of their brunch menu (April 2023). Our waiter told us that all the dishes were family style and he recommended that we share. We ordered the fried chicken and French toast, short ribs and Mac pie and the candied bacon (all came highly recommend by our waiter.) If you're someone who really LOVES savory and sweet on one plate, this place is for you. It's not really my jam especially for every dish and my favorite part of what we ordered was the chicken and Mac pie. The short ribs were a bit tough as well. Worth the stop if you're in Toronto.

The food and service at this Jamaican restaurant leaves a lot to be desired. They seem to be short staff so it takes a long time to receive service. The fried okra double containing 3 mini circles of deep fried okra and canned chic peas was tasteless, I'm not sure how this dish is considered one of the best; At $17 I expected a least a flavourful appetizer, this was not only doughy and greasy but also lacked fillings. The only thing tasty was the hot sauce (see pic attached) it's also one double open-faced. The peas and rice was dry and had about 5 peas in the entire dish, again no taste, this is not authentic in any way, no coconut milk or herbs and pepper. The jerk chicken smelled smoky but lacked seasoning, the double portion ordered is less than 1/2 a chicken and brushed with hot sauce not jerk sauce. The atmosphere is loud with music which makes for a noisy experience if you're looking to have conversations however the drinks were delicious. For the 3 dishes and two beverages the bill was $115. This restaurant is a skip, save your money and time along with your desire for Jamaican food this place is not it for food.

Despite many reviews not enjoying the service, the service was slow but extraordinary. I ate at the bar and the bartender was friendly and personable. The food and drinks came out swiftly. The whole restaurant is a vibe, great background music. This isn't pure authenticity Jamaican Chinese, definitely a Western culture blend too it. I was all for it. I went with all my restaurants favorites. The Patois Rum Punch was a perfect cocktail to kick the night off. The OG Fried Chicken didn't miss. It was a generous 3 pieces, fried very well. They came with all the fixings- pickled daikon, pickles, scotch bonnet/pineapple sauce (wow!! it was a masterpiece of a sauce) and I purchased a garlic sauce which was also superb. The MVP was the rice and peas with the oxtail gravy. Bruh! It touched my soul. I never had it before but it was sensational, top 10 sides I ever had in my life. Capped off the meal with a shot and was incredibly satisfying. Not sure where the drop off is with other patrons but its worth giving it a shot to judge for yourself.

We sat at the bar and ordered the -pineapple bao burger (meh overall, bun felt dense) -original fried chicken (wonderful, so crispy and light) I was really excited to eat here since it's two of my favorite foods together but unfortunately I didn't have as much stomach space to devour the menu. I wasn't particularly wowed by the burger. The vibe is cute though.

I had a reservation to celebrate my wife's 35th birthday. She loves Jamaican and we were excited to try Patois. Upon entering the restaurant, the hostess pointed to 2 cramped bar seats at the end of their bar, right by the entrance door. I showed her our reservation which said "dining room" with the note that we are celebrating a birthday. While we were talking, a table for 2 literally opened up right behind us, which we politely requested, but the hostess coldly told us she could not give us the table without any explanation. For reasons I can't explain, they did not welcome us here and we felt like second class citizens. It was humiliating and I felt horrible I wasn't able to make the night memorable for my wife. I would avoid this place, especially if you're celebrating something special.

Made a reservation and chose to sit at the bar, which was empty. Service was slow but they were friendly. I had so much hope for this place, but I was really disappointed by the portions. This place is way too overpriced for how much protein you get in the meals. We got the short ribs, oxtail, and jerk chicken chow mein. The short ribs were tasty but we only got 2 pieces each. The oxtail had twice the amount of rice as compared to stew, which was very disproportionate. And the chow mein had maybe 10 tiny shredded pieces of chicken. All these dishes were 30% overpriced. I wouldn't go back again. I'd rather go to Chubby's and spend less for more.

Yummy fun place . We made reservations and they had very limited times so I would advise making reservations in advance. Food was yummy. Service was great. Cocktails need a little bit more alcohol, but they will do. I would definitely go again.

Jamaican with a dash of Chinese influence. Very interesting! Favorites: Honey & Maggi Beef Short Ribs half pound, crispy tender kalbi, ginger, soy sauce. Jerk Chicken Chow Mein crispy egg noodles, pulled jerk chicken, shiitake, bok choy, oyster sauce Jamaican Oxtail or Fried Chicken Least favorite: Chinese "Pineapple" Bun Burger Our server was super friendly and helped us with the menu. Food came out quickly. Worth a visit for the experience but not something you can eat often as it's heavy with some fried foods. Not a place to come to if you're watching your waistline.

My family and I had brunch at Patois Restaurant in Toronto on Sunday, July 21, 2024, and we were thoroughly impressed by the exceptional service provided by our server, LaRoyce Lawes. LaRoyce was both professional and incredibly funny, which made our dining experience even more enjoyable. He kept us entertained with his great sense of humour, adding a special touch to our meal. The food was delicious, and LaRoyce's outstanding service truly made our visit memorable. Highly recommend! Heather McDonald

I've always wanted to go here and it didn't disappoint. We ordered the feast for two. It was a great way to try a lot of items. Jerk chicken, fried chicken, pineapple bun burger, Mac n cheese, patties, rice and peas with oxtail gravy and coleslaw. This definitely gave you a survey of their menu. Filling absolutely! Yet for me it was missing a seafood component. I was curious about the other pieces they carry but to be fair it was enough for two people that say had a healthy appetite . Was it spicy? Yes, some of it was. One of the fried chickens was and also one of the dipping sauces. All of the food was flavourful and did not suffer from bland. The standout for me was the fried chicken (the not too spicy one ) and Greg going to laugh the bun for the burger. In addition, I couldn't get enough of the rum punch. I could drink that all day but I probably shouldn't . Order it!!!!! Won't regret it! The customer service is pretty awesome. Everyone was so helpful and pleasant. It's relaxing atmosphere and busy from the moment it opens make sure to make reservation.

After seeing many features about this restaurant, my dad was super excited to check out Patois when we visited Toronto, especially since half of his family is Chinese-Jamaican. For drinks, we got the Patois Rum Punch and a Pink Ting (grapefruit soda). For the entree, we ordered the "Feast for 3-4," which includes Jamaican patties, mac pie, jerk chicken, fried chicken, pineapple bun burgers, cole slaw, rice and peas, kale salad, and brussel sprout salad. Since I'm vegetarian, we also added on the sriracha cauliflower. My family said all of the meat dishes were juicy, tender, and flavorful. The pineapple bun for the burgers was also a nice touch, and now my dad is considering making his burgers with those buns too lol. The dishes that I tried were really good - the mac and cheese had a great crust, the salads were flavorful and interesting, and the cauliflower was crispy and full of sweet and spicy flavor. Two of the dishes also came with homemade pickle slices, which were amazing. Although it's considered a feast for 3-4, it could easily feed up to 5 people with big appetites. The vibes and music inside of the restaurant were on point, and the service was quick and friendly. Definitely recommend if you are looking for an interesting and delicious restaurant to try out!

Great vibe!! Patois was a really unique fusion restaurant but I would honestly say it was sub par - we got the jerk chicken which was super dry and was filled with bones which made it hard to eat. Other than that thoigh, I liked the Asian elements

I was looking forward to eating here forever- we ordered almost everything in the menu. I appreciate a fusion cuisine where the integrity of the ingredients are upheld; and isn't just a Westernized culinary atrocity like American-Chinese takeout. The standouts were the oxtail and the pineapple burger were are must orders. The jerk chicken lacked flavor imo, it needed to be more spicy and maybe a longer marination time? Would definitely visit again just for the oxtail.

Got the: - Jamaican Patty ($4.25) - Michiba Crispy Brussel Sprouts ($17) - Juicy Jerk Chicken Double ($24) - Jamaican Oxtail ($24) - Jerk Pork Belly Yakisoba ($25) Overall the food was very good and the fusion style is well done. The Brussel sprouts and yakisoba were delicious - definitely recommend those two dishes. The jerk chicken and patty were tasty but wasn't anything too special. There is loud music playing and limited seating (so make reservations). Prices are also a bit expensive.

We had an early dinner and were seated a bit early before our reservation since it was empty. Had a sweet heat while my partner had the daquiri. The drinks were really good. Mine was smoky and spicy which I like. We ordered the doubles with okra, jerk chicken (double) and with rice and peas. The doubles has a lot to do be desired especially for the price. Seems like was out together with some hot sauce. The chicken was barely had any jerk seasoning. Felt like it was more bbq than jerk with some pepper flakes and sauce to make it spicy but it left a lot to be desired from a juiciness and flavor perspective. On top of that we were charged for some hot sauce that we never ordered (which I believe the table next to us ordered) but even then kinda disappointing that they charge you for hot sauce. This place used to be good before the pandemic but it feels like the lack of attention to quality especially for staple Carribean food items like doubles and jerk chicken has gone downhill so I can't recommend this place anymore.

Would have much preferred falling off the bones ox tail, and more ox tail for the price. Otherwise, there copious amount of rices and sauce. So, if you want to get filled with proteins and not starch, order the chicken. The jerk chicken is amazingly good, and so is everything else.

Best Asian fusion food I've had. Even though patois is marketed as a Chinese Jamaican fusion restaurant, the Chinese half seemed to be lacking aside from the food apparently being cooked by woks and the taste of soy sauce in the lo mein. I had the pork belly yakisoba while my companion had a fish wrapped in banana leaf. The fish portion was way too small for the price. The yakisoba had bigger portions and the pork belly stood out. But too little was given It's so loud and crowded in the restaurant though. If they have an option to make a reservation, then I would encourage you to do so.

Excellent food, great service, and a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend dining here!!!

Me and my fiancée went to Patois Toronto as part of our vacation trip to Toronto. Let me tell you the food at this establishment was simply spectacular. We ordered the The Whole Shebang and it was a feast for Two which consists of Jamaican patties, rice and peas with oxtail sauce, two jerk chicken legs, two fried chicken legs, coleslaw, a Cheese bun burger and Mac and cheese. Everything was absolutely delicious. I'm not a rice and peas with gravy fan but that combination at Patois was the best I ever ate. The Jamaican patties were baked with precision and the beef filling was delicious and flavorful. The Mac and cheese was very tasty and the chickens were tender and well seasoned. Our server Ranger was tremendous. He explained the menu very well and constantly checked in to see how we were. He even gave us a restaurant pina colada shot as a appreciation for dining in the restaurant. I highly recommend this place if you are visiting Toronto or if you are a local. You won't be disappointed!

Would skip this restaurant. There are many better Jamaican options in the city for much cheaper. Was still ok food, but nothing to bring me back.

Patois has been on our list to try for some time. I've never had Caribbean Asian fusion, so I was interested to see how Craig Wong had married the two cultures. We ordered three items that totalled about $70: - Chinese "Pineapple" Bun Burger: Overall a good burger. Only thing was the patty definitely overpowered the flavours of the buns - if there could be a way to bring out the pineapple buns a little more, I think this has the potential to be a 5/5 burger - Jerk Chicken Chow Mein: I'm not a huge fan of chow mein (reminds me of greasy takeout), but the protein was cooked well and I liked the slight kick of the spice. The dish felt mainly Asian, so maybe it could use more jerk flavouring - Michiba Crispy Brussel Sprouts: Best dish of our meal - on the surface, this seems like a fancy salad, but there's so many layers and textures that keeps you wanting more We came at an off-peak time (around 3pm on a Saturday), so the restaurant wasn't busy. Servers were super nice and attentive. I'm not in this area a lot, but Patois is a great option for a hearty meal.

I was so excited to come here because my friend told me she had really good food. But i think my order just wasn't as good as I was excepting. I got the oxtail and it really fatty and barely any meat. But it was one of the more expensive entrees. Like it was fine but I wish I would have gotten a different order because my friends loved their food! Service was very slow but we went during dinner hours. Waitresses were really really nice though!

Had an absolutely amazing experience here on Sunday night at 745pm. Literally every dish was cooked to perfection. The service was very nice, albeit slightly on the slower side. However great experience See photos of our dishes! The pineapple bun was amazing. So was the desert and i'm not a big sweets person, but the french toast is 100% worth a try. I recommend this restaurant and will definitely be sure to be back! 5/5 experience.

Patois was a mix of anticipation and disappointment. We ordered the Jerk Feast for 1-2 and the Jerk Chicken Chow Mein. The lack of transparency regarding a $13.50 charge for substituting Rice and Peas with Oxtail from the feast to the Popcorn Shrimp Fried Rice left a bitter taste. The unexpected charge made me realize we would have been better off ordering the regular feast. Honesty about charges could improve the dining experience for future patrons. The Trini Mac Pie was the highlight, but the Jerk Chicken Chow Mein fell short.

I think Patois deserves at least a four stars on here! I went through the reviews that rated it poorly and noticed that many of the complaints were that it wasn't authentic Jamaican food. Well surprise, Patois is a fusion place. My advice is to stop being so obsessed with authenticity and prepare to try something new. Patois is a Jamaican-Chinese fusion restaurant, according to an interview with Chef Craig Wong, he grew up in a Chinese family and community in Jamaica eating "Jamaican food with Chinese ingredients, and Chinese food with Jamaican ingredients," and that is the exactly the type of food they serve at Patois. Luckily for me, I am super into fusion food, especially Asian-Fusion food. Growing up in Asia with Asian food, it's always nice to taste new flavor combinations and experience what North America is all about. The matrimony between different culture and tastes. We ordered the whole shebang feast for two. It was A LOT of food. It came with 2 Jamaican Patties, Trini Mac Pie, 2 Piece Juicy Jerk Chicken, 2 Piece O.G. Fried Chicken, Chinese Pineapple Bun Burger, Jamaican Coleslaw, Medium Rice & Peas, Kale Salad. We especially enjoyed the Chinese Pineapple Bun Burger, it's truly something special that you can't get elsewhere. In addition to dining in at Patois, I have also ordered the at home Dim Sum Kit from patois that comes frozen. I think the dim sum kit is my favorite part about Patois. I haven't seen it available for a while but I think it deserves a mention because the kit is Dim Sum with Jamaican flavors. Shrimp Toast, Pork + Crab Siu Mai, Duck Confit Foie Gras Eggroll. They were all amazing. I really hope the bring it back. Overall, I really enjoyed Patois, and I love what it stands for.

This place is always so amazing. My friend and I went and we shared the cauliflower bites. They were the perfect mix of spicy and sweet and they had the most perfect crisp texture with the tender cauliflower on the inside. I also got the rum punch again, a favourite of mine even during lockdown and getting takeout. We both got the burger that comes on the pineapple bun and has hickory sticks in it and it comes with shrimp chips on the side. It was also delicious and so filling. The staff is also so fabulous they are so warm and welcoming as well as knowledgeable. They always make sure to tell you about any features or try to get you interested and things like dessert without feeling like they're being pushy. I can't wait to go back here again. I can't recommend enough!

I came across this place on one of the must visit Toronto restaurants and I am so glad I did. Tucked away in the west side of the city, this place is a cute hole in the wall. Reservations were easy to make for a Sunday early dinner. Most items on the menu are a Caribbean and Asian fusion. We stuck to the traditional food and opted to get the Jerk chicken, fried chicken, beef patty and a side of coleslaw. The food arrived in no time. My personal favourite was the jerk chicken. The marinade was hot, spicy and flavourful while the chicken was juicy. The service was also fantastic. Only request? Please include sides with the chicken orders :)

Catered from patois for our corporate party, and we had great response from the team :D!! This place is amazing for catering, the corporate relations staff was very friendly and responded to emails on a timely manner. Patois offers fusion Chinese and Jamaican food. We basically order some of everything from the menu including the 2 of the sharing platters. Some highlights and favourites were the fried chicken and jerk chicken which were gone almost immediately. The sauce that came with the jerk chicken was amazing, tangy, creamy and a great balance to the spicy savoury chicken! The team also loved the Jamaican Pattie's, fried cauliflowers, shrimp popcorn fried rice, Mac and cheese pie and the pineapple burger. Definitely a go to spot for our team in the future!

Overall a pretty good restaurant with good service and good food - just be selective of what you order and probably wouldn't recommend the "feast" as the sampling isn't that great. Filling, but not amazing. Ordered the feast for 2 plus added an order of jerk pork belly yakisoba and overall it was pretty good with a few misses. The best dishes & must haves imo were the fried chicken (surprisingly good!), Pineapple bun burger, and the jerk pork belly yakisoba. Everything else was ok, not really that great, or even necessary to fill you up. The feast came with 2 patties which were good but not much different from what you'd find elsewhere, the Trini mac pie I didn't find that good bc the mac noodles were really soft & soggy (wife liked the cheesiness of the sauce), kale salad was pretty basic with a simple vinegarette, and found the jerk chicken pretty dry (surprised that the fried chicken was better...) If I were to come back, definitely sticking with the few star dishes on the menu opposed to a sampling of the mediocre ones.

Ever since I first heard of Patois several years ago, I was obsessed with the concept of a Chinese-Jamaican fusion restaurant. Seriously, what could be better than two of some of my favorite cuisines blending together in a flavor explosion? This concept hit especially close to home for me, the daughter of Chinese parents who immigrated from Toronto to the US before I was born, who regaled my brother and me with stories about the delectable beef patties and goat curry they used to enjoy as 20-somethings living their best lives in one of the most diverse food cities in the world. Seriously, last Christmas they asked me to try and smuggle a bottle of jerk marinade home on the plane (unsuccessfully, I might add). So Chinese and Jamaican food both hold special places in our hearts; I have patties in the freezer as we speak. It's been many years since we were all able to travel to Toronto together as a family, so naturally, Patois was #1 on my list for a must-visit after lamenting for so long that I'd never be able to try it as a dirty American. Unfortunately, I found myself disappointed by the food...to be fair, after the duration of hype, perhaps I'd artificially inflated my expectations. That being said, I think the concept of Patois is still phenomenal! At Patois, tropical decor intermingles with old-style Chinese dinnerware. Where else can you have a plate of noodles while staring down the pink inflatable flamingos at the bar? There are a good number of tables for small groups and a cute little bar that makes the most of the tight space. When we went, it was a late weekend afternoon, so the restaurant was pretty empty, but I've heard it can get busy during peak dining hours, so definitely consider a reservation. China and Jamaica are pretty far from each other distance-wise, but I've always felt that the Jamaican dishes I've had have a very Chinese-friendly taste profile and so a fusion of these flavors seems more a natural match made in heaven as opposed to an awkwardly forced union. The menu has a lot of fun concepts such as a bolo (pineapple bun) burger and jerk lobster nuggets. We went for the jerk chicken chow mein [$25], jerk pork belly yakisoba [$24], Jamaican oxtail [$23], and Trini mac pie [$11]. The chow mein had generous portions of jerk chicken and veggies in gravy on top of crispy fried noodles- as far as I'm concerned, this kind of chow mein is the type I grew up with and love, but just be aware in case you're more accustomed to the soft noodle type. While the concept was great and the chow mein was solid, I felt that the jerk chicken tasted just like regular chicken. Not very much jerk seasoning and not carrying the addictive flavor punch I associate with jerk chicken. I would probably say the same for the jerk pork belly yakisoba. This dish was definitely more flavorful and smoky, but again I think they could've been a lot braver with bringing out the full flavors of Japanese and Jamaican food. The oxtails leaned more into the traditional side. These were some pretty good oxtails. Not the best I've had, but very tasty. Honestly, can you go wrong with oxtail? The Trini mac pie was recommended by our waitress but I think this was the most disappointing dish; it was kind of cold and didn't carry the stick-to-your-bones heartiness and cheesy excess that I love in a good mac. Overall, having tried both cuisines in their traditional forms, I know that each is a delightful and sensory-engaging experience. I felt that naturally, the blend of both should be at least just as flavorful (and ideally even more), but in the end, the taste profiles fell short of either. I had a rum punch [$16] and tried the hibiscus negroni [$15]. I have a lot of fond memories of rum punch consumed absolutely completely legally, so I was hoping this drink would bring back some of those vibes. Unfortunately, both drinks were pretty weak and watery. Ngl, I had a stronger rum punch from a random stall at the local state fair this past week for half the price. I think as with the food, although the ideas for the cocktails are super fun, the execution falls short- which is a shame considering how nice the bar is! Service was okay. Our waitress was really nice and patient as we perused the menu; the bar attendant who seated us was kind of abrasive for some reason but, eh, middle of the day slump, understandable. Also, quick note, maybe don't wear your stilettos here unless you have great balance- the stairs going down to the bathroom are truly something! Patois is a fun and unique concept in a fun and unique city, and I hope that they can continue experimenting with their food to bring stronger flavor profiles and new innovative additions to the menu. Hoping I'll have a more positive experience next time I'm in town...

Got the patty double, chicken chow mien and pineapple bun burger. The patty was very tasty very loaded with sauce and goods, chow mien I did not love but still enjoyed. The pineapple bun burger was much better than I expected, I thought it would be a bit gimmicky but the flavors really did work. Drinks were also tasty.

This spot specializes in Jamaican meets Asian cuisine. They have a very tropical aesthetic and unique menu. They had recommended us some of their dishes, and we ended up trying their: 1. Jerk Pork Belly Yakisoba 2. O.G Crispy Cauliflower 3. O.G Fried Chicken 4. Jamaican Beef Patty Double Down XXL The Jerk Pork Belly Yakisoba was a noodle dish. It was stir-fired noodles with an oxtail gravy and topped with nori. The jerk pork belly was super tasty, it was tender and thick. The flavour had a little bit of a kick, and went well with the noodles. The O.G Crispy Cauliflower looked like fried chicken, but healthier! It was tossed in a sweet sriracha sauce and had a side of pickled radish and pickles. This dish reminded us a lot of Korean fried chicken, and tasted just as good! The O.G Fried Chicken came with 3 pieces. It also had a side of the sweet sriracha sauce and pickles. We thought the chicken was nice super crispy and not too bready, which we enjoyed. Lastly, the Jamaican Beef Patty double down was not as we expected - presentation wise. It came in a paper bag of two beef patties. Between the patties were slices of bacon, cheese, sriracha and garlic sauce. We liked the cheese and bacon with the beef patties, but overall didn't find anything special about this dish. We would recommend this spot if you are looking for something different to try!

For a vegetarian, there aren't too many options on the menu for mains, but there are some solid comfort foods to try. Ordered the salad, the macaroni pie and the cauliflower. A surprise to no one, the salad was a bit lackluster and I would not order it again, especially at the price point. However, I would gladly get 2 orders of the cauliflower--- it's full of flavour! In fact, for any vegetarians out there, I'd recommend stopping by and trying the cauliflower if that's your jam.

Love Caribbean + Asian fusion and Patois definitely doesn't miss with this! Especially with limited seating, I'm forever grateful to restaurants with a solid booking system in place. For an early lunch on a Saturday, it wasn't too busy as we got seated, but a lot more folks rolled in as it got later. The whole menu is super interesting with lots of dishes that take inspiration from both Caribbean and Asian influences. With that in mind, I would not expect traditional Jamaican or Asian food - the food is truly a blend of both. Being a bit indecisive, we decided to get the share platter meant for 2 people, but it definitely stuffed 3 of us! Some of the highlights for me included the jerk chicken, the pineapple burger, Jamaican patties, and the kale salad, but really, everything was so so good. It's presented family-style, so everyone was able to spin the Lazy Susan in the middle of the table and grab what they wanted. They also had a great selection of cocktails and beers to choose from, and their bar was super cute (if you're coming in a small group, definitely would recommend sitting there in small groups). Overall, I think Patois is definitely one of the most underrated restaurants in the west end. It has a trendy atmosphere with great food that's perfect for groups, and I would highly recommend it for anyone interested in venturing in some Caribbean and Asian fusion!

Caribbean-Asian fusion sounded super intriguing to me, and Patois does a good job at finding ways to make Cantonese-Chinese and Jamaican food come together. I really liked the lively, dimly-lit ambiance of the restaurant, though the music was a bit loud! Me and my friend got the Feast for 1-2, which allows you to sample a bit of everything they offer, a great option if it's your first time there and can't decide what to get. The highlights of my meal were the Chinese Pineapple Bun Burger and the super juicy and tender jerk chicken. The portions were super filling and we were both stuffed by the end of our meal, though things felt on the pricier side compared to a more typical individual Jamaican or Chinese restaurant. I'm eager to come back sometime and try their jerk chicken chow mein!

Great fusion food that's so unique. It's family style so one can order lots of dishes. That way you get to taste many different things too. Had fried chicken, Brussels sprouts, crispy cauliflower, jerk chowmein, trinny Mac pie. For drinks Covina with rum and grape soda. Everything was different and delivious

I've been meaning to visit Patois for a while, but finally had some time before seeing a concert up the street. I didn't have a reservation but the host at Patois was kind enough to seat myself and my brother at the bar during a busy Saturday evening. Sitting at the bar was the true highlight, I was blown away by the charisma and charm of the bartenders. I'm not one to be chatty, but both the bartenders were so funny and really brought the night alive. We ordered the Jerk Pork Belly Yakisoba, Jerk Chicken and the Trini Mac Pie. I was obsessed with both the jerk chicken and pork belly flavors, it was hot, juicy and beyond memorable. I would order the trini mac pie again too, the crispy and cheesy combo was the best. I also got their Rum Punch cocktail and my brother got straight lighter fluid, lol. And again the bartenders made them perfectly with a slight of sarcastic banter. Overall it was a great meal before an event, and I will be coming back to try their Jerk Lobster Nuggets!

I'll start off with the only thing I didn't like about the dining experience I've had here. I did not get that warm and welcoming vibe from our waiter. Our server was simply all-business, and can get off as a little rude at times. Her replies to me were curt and snappy. Many messages can be relayed better and a lot nicer such as the instances of informing the customer that the waiters are not allowed to hold customer's phones for picture-taking, or informing that there is no Curry Goat in the menu. It was good that their decor and overall theme was well thought of. I appreciate that the menu was a Jamaican-Asian fusion, my first time to experience this mix. This distinction needs to be communicated down to the waiters as well. The waiter erroneously just generalized "Asian" and branded it as "Chinese". With a food item such as the Jerk Pork Belly Yakisoba in the menu which is Japanese-influenced, that already makes the menu more-than-just Chinese. Ultimately, I will still recommend people to try this place out whenever possible. I was glad I had that opportunity before what seems to be another round of indoor restrictions about to be put in the place in the city.