Patty O’s Cafe

Where to Eat Along Virginia’s Scenic Skyline Drive | Eater DC

"The same refinement and attention to detail that earned The Inn at Little Washington three Michelin stars shows up in this renovated gas-station cafe 20 minutes from the Thornton Gap entrance, where lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch are elegant yet relaxed (yes, you’ll need reservations), and the snug bakery turns out baguettes for the road, craveworthy cookies and croissants, and a perfectly pulled latte—exceptional Skyline Drive fuel." - Stephanie Ganz

"This is "casual" as done by the meticulous chef Patrick O'Connell (of the Inn at Little Washington) whose latest project is a cafe and bakery located in a converted 1950s garage. The setting now sports a white-painted brick exterior and al fresco dining; while inside it's all country chic with an inviting marble bar counter, cozy wood tables, beamed ceiling and walls enhanced with still life canvases - all warmed by a stone-fronted fireplace.The menu offers broad appeal and all of it is executed with finesse. A sandwich of shaved Champagne-brined ham and Comté cheese on a pillowy onion roll is a lovely midday meal; while Julia Child's beef Bourguignon is a tempting option come dinnertime. Treat yourself anytime with sweets from the bakery, like the wedge of bourbon chocolate pecan pie." - Michelin Inspector

Where to Eat and Drink During a Quick Trip to Shenandoah | Eater DC

"Three Michelin-starred Chef Patrick O’Connell, proprietor of famed The Inn at Little Washington, opened his second restaurant in 2021 in the historic landmark village fondly known as Little Washington, Virginia. A former gas station on the village square has been transformed into a charming sidewalk cafe, an inviting bar, and a cozy dining room that’s especially popular during Sunday brunch." - Tim Ebner

Where to Find Fantastic French Food in D.C. | Eater DC

"For elegant French fare in Virginia’s countryside, consider making the drive to Patrick O’Connell’s charming, all-day destination for flaky croissants, Pernod-perfumed escargot, calvados-spiked French onion soup, and half roast chicken with Grand Marnier-glazed carrots. The versatile sidewalk cafe, bakery, bar, and cozy dining room sits a short walk from O’Connell’s legendary The Inn at Little Washington, the D.C. area’s only restaurant with three Michelin stars that’s known for its show-stopping tasting menus." - Vinciane Ngomsi

Where to Find Fantastic French Food in D.C.

"For elegant French fare in Virginia’s countryside, consider making the drive to Patrick O’Connell’s charming, all-day destination for flaky croissants, Pernod-perfumed escargot, calvados-spiked French onion soup, and half roast chicken with Grand Marnier-glazed carrots. The versatile sidewalk cafe, bakery, bar, and cozy dining room sits a short walk from O’Connell’s legendary The Inn at Little Washington, the D.C. area’s only restaurant with three Michelin stars that’s known for its show-stopping tasting menus." - Vinciane Ngomsi, Tierney Plumb