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Old Aug 27, 2012 | 1:12 pm
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Originally Posted by tentseller
My great experience with them as well.

Just let the server or host/hostess know that you have a flight and they will work to accommodate your time. I had wine served immediately and then my two choices were presented along with the check so I can make a speedy exit.
Thanks everyone. We ended up hopping on an earlier flight into ATL, so had a longer layover and plenty of time to lounge around even after our meal.

One note for future reference - even if you have longer, it might help to tell your server that you do have a flight at X time, or even just say when you'd like to be done at the restaurant.

We went in and told them something like, "Oh, we've got plenty of time." Which ended up being code for we got served last while they tended to other tables first. I didn't particularly mind, since we really didn't have anywhere to be but the Sky Club and I did notice them get several folks in and out very, very quickly, but it did mean we had to wait a few minutes longer for everything to come out. For example, we asked for our check, and I noticed that the server ran back and forth to take care of several other requests for a few minutes, and only after another couple tables also were ready for their checks did he print ours while he was already at the register.

Again, not an issue, and I'm sure this helps the servers prioritize those who need to dine more quickly, but just an observation.

In other news, the food was excellent!
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