One Flew South - the definitive thread
Nov 16, 2013, 4:23 pm
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One Flew South - the definitive thread
OK THis thread does a number of things.
1. I always wanted to start a "definitive thread"
2. Could not find a huge amount about OFS
I just ate at OFS. OK it was expensive. I just paid 115 bucks with gratuity and extra tip. I did have a nice cocktail and wine and beer and 3 lots of Japanese food - that is correct 3 ENTREES. I had a cocktail, wine and beer and the lamb sausage appetizer was awesome. I am a total convert - please feel free to post your experiences.
I posted in the DL forum because the airport is ATL the worlds number 1 airport and DLs number 1 hub. Mods please move if you feel appropriate.- dining forum?
1. I always wanted to start a "definitive thread"
2. Could not find a huge amount about OFS
I just ate at OFS. OK it was expensive. I just paid 115 bucks with gratuity and extra tip. I did have a nice cocktail and wine and beer and 3 lots of Japanese food - that is correct 3 ENTREES. I had a cocktail, wine and beer and the lamb sausage appetizer was awesome. I am a total convert - please feel free to post your experiences.
I posted in the DL forum because the airport is ATL the worlds number 1 airport and DLs number 1 hub. Mods please move if you feel appropriate.- dining forum?
Nov 16, 2013, 5:30 pm
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No, this forum seems appropriate since this was in ATL. 
Next time, I suggest you add the words "The Official" in your thread title just so it's more clear and more important.
Oh... and I also love good Japanese food.
Next time, I suggest you add the words "The Official" in your thread title just so it's more clear and more important.
Oh... and I also love good Japanese food.
Nov 16, 2013, 6:57 pm
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Anytime I have a lengthy layover in ATL, regardless of terminal of arrival or departure, I head to OFS. Easily one of the best airport meals I've experienced!
Nov 16, 2013, 7:22 pm
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I really can't get enough. I was there with a friend 2 weeks ago and had a nice assortment of sushi rolls and sparkling wine. It's one of the main reasons I look forward to flying DL and through ATL these days, and I won't even bother booking such a flight unless there is ample time to visit OFS.
Nov 16, 2013, 8:44 pm
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I would be delighted to entertain clients/customers there too.
Nov 16, 2013, 9:31 pm
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How do OFS wine by the glass prices currently compare to the SC "Luxury Bar"?
Nov 16, 2013, 10:39 pm
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Stay away from the sushi
everything else is fantastic
everything else is fantastic
Nov 17, 2013, 1:59 am
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Nov 17, 2013, 2:06 am
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I've never been in OFS. I have been outside of it and looked at its menu but when there was nothing on it that I recognized I headed to Varsity.
Nov 17, 2013, 2:38 am
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Nov 17, 2013, 2:47 am
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It's a "trust thing," for me.... They provide me with GOOD SERVICE, and "trust" that I will appreciate said service, and provide a proper gratuity.
Nov 17, 2013, 4:24 am
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My normal order is the salad with Benton's bacon - it's pork crack and I have flown from TYS with 5 lbs once upon a time. I usually add on an entree - the pulled duck is amazing, as well as the chicken soup. They will pack the soup to go fairly quickly. Also - if you're in a hurry, but still want the meal, you can call ahead and order and then pick up at the bar. Just be prepared to answer lots of questions about where you got your meal from.
Nov 17, 2013, 5:27 am
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I always find that obnoxious. I tend to tip around 20%+ in the states; but when they "auto-grat," especially at a rate of 18%, then I tend to never leave any additional tip since I figure if they are so worried about people leaving proper tips, then why should I bother giving anything additional.
It's a "trust thing," for me.... They provide me with GOOD SERVICE, and "trust" that I will appreciate said service, and provide a proper gratuity.
It's a "trust thing," for me.... They provide me with GOOD SERVICE, and "trust" that I will appreciate said service, and provide a proper gratuity.
The 18% service charge just lowered my opinion of OFS by a lot. Does anyone know when this policy started?
Nov 17, 2013, 6:45 am
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The pulled duck confit is one of the best sandwiches I've had ever.
Nov 17, 2013, 9:25 am
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In fairness to OFS, adding auto gratuity for small parties is more common where there are a lot of tourists (e.g. Disneyland) because tourists (non FT) might not be so familiar with American tipping customs.
Another nice restaurant is Ecco in Terminal F. If you don't like Japanese or Southern, give Ecco a try.
Another nice restaurant is Ecco in Terminal F. If you don't like Japanese or Southern, give Ecco a try.