Floataway Cafe - Atlanta

I loved the ambiance and vibes of this place — it was something out of a movie with a very quiet outside area, but as soon as you pass the 90s-esque grunge windows, you enter into a wonderfully large space. The seats were nice, and each area was divided into rooms, along with a small curtain separating your table from the main walkway. The initial bread was given, and the olive oil carried all the wonderful flavor, I wish the bread was warm, however, and that would’ve made it easier to chew. I did not like my drink very much (Dressed to Kill , so I would probably get something else, or nothing at all. I also thought it was creative to create celery bitters, but the drink (Body Double was not my cup of tea either. The Brussel Sprouts were very tasty, although I wish there was some flaky sea salt sprinkled on top as garnish. The meals were quite nice! The Chicken Schnitzel was very flavorful and paired excellently with the apples and ricotta. The Braised Lamb Gnocchi was excellent! The gnocchi was so pillowy and fluffy and the sauce and lamb was absolutely to die for. After a while, I thought the dish became a little too salty for my liking, but I have been told I am sensitive to salt so that was probably it. All in all, I loved both dishes. The Gateau Victoire and Strawberry Hand Pie were excellent desserts. Would highly recommend whatever variation of hand pie being served because the flavors are there and it is uniquely in its crispy shell. I love a flourless chocolate cake and the Gateau Victoire was no exception. Loved the combination with the whipped cream. Yum! Now some cons: The cushioned seats were comfortable, yes, but provided no lumbar support and were at an almost 90° angle. Hard to find a comfortable resting incline. The servers were pretty nice, however the service was a little slow. I imagine it’s due to a shortage in servers (pay servers higher!! , but our server was extremely kind and thoughtful and we were celebrating so the Gateau Victoire was on the house! All in all, would eat here again! Also love that the menu seems to rotate!

Very good experience. The industrial setting and feel is tempered with soft airy colors and comfy decor that includes separate small quiet table areas with long billowy curtains and large windows overlooking a greening marshy forest. The staff is lean yet attentive, friendly and helpful. The two of us began at the bar with very nicely crafted cocktails and pleasant chatter. Then on to dinner where we both decided to share everything. We started with a delightful pate topped with pickled onions spread on crusty bread and a bountiful serving of sliced mushrooms in a light wine sauce. We also shared a small plate of octopus and fingerling potatoes with a finely chopped garnish also in a light sauce. And for the main dish we shared a deeply lush duck gnocchi topped with spinach in a rich satisfying sauce. This was accompanied with a bottle of Chardonnay for a lengthy delightful and comfortable meal. Perfect!

The food was absolutely fantastic, but the service was really lacking. Upon learning that it was our first time dining here, she didn't describe anything, or really make any recommendations. Was also very very slow to return and check on us. Every person in my group ordered and app, entree, and dessert so it wasn't as though we were skimping. Sadly missed up sell opportunities. Management is either doing a bad job at training, or they are doing nothing to make sure staff is keep up standards. Sadly a miss for me.

We didn't read the reviews before going and I'm glad we didn't. It would have dissuaded us from going and caused us to miss out on a wonderful and tasty meal. We had the octopus and both ordered the lamb. We had a wonderful evening. Our waiter was attentive and we never wanted for anything. We will be going again. The food was exquisite and perfectly done. And there was bread Service to whoever said there wasn't... although it needed butter and not olive oil. But that's just my preference. 11/10 would go again!

Maybe we had too high of expectations for a restaurant affiliated with Bacchanalia, which we absolutely love, and maybe we are just spoiled by the amazing food scene in Atlanta, but what a disappointment. The food was good but not great, and our waiter David was inattentive and we never saw him from the time we ordered to the time we paid the check which was delivered without even asking about our meal. This was a management fail and we won't be back. We are sensitive to the strains of running a restaurant during this challenging time but there are too many wonderful culinary options getting it right and seem to care about our experience.