This was by far one of the worst dining experiences in the City. I have ate at all the best and at Patterson's prior two restaurants. At Coi (which they quickly remind you is pronounced ""quio"") the portions were small given the $105.00 tasting menu, and most of the food inedible. We brought a magnum of wine and were shocked when we noticed a $75.00 corkage fee! When the manager was questioned, he responded that the $25.00 corkage applies only to the first bottle and that they charge $50.00 for the second bottle. Since our mangum exceeded amounted to two bottles of wine, they thought it appropriate to charge us a second corkage fee. He was unwavering. He justiifed the charge by claiming that if they did not, ""people would bring a suitcase of wine to the retaurant"" So what!! For a new restaurant, which promotes itself as unique cuisine, the attitude and policy was unacceptable. I suggest Patterson start looking for his fourth venture as this place will surely shut down in 9 months. I wouldn't go back to this place if they offered to comp me a 20 course meal.
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