Oktoberfest is back at Atlanta's Petite Violette

Photo byMalika Bowling

Though Petite Violette may be known for its fanatastic French cuisine, owners Michael and Anthony Gropp transform their restaurant into a Bavarian paradise every October. The special menu is available nightly (except Mondays when they are closed) though the end of the month.

The Oktoberfest appetizers, costing $14 to $19, include some classics from past years as well as two new selections: Brat and Pommes and Spaetzle Melt with Gruyere/Parmesan and Spinach. Returning favorites are Beef Goulash Soup and the MÖRNSHEIM Pretzel Platter featuring a jumbo pretzel served with salami, fleischwurst, spreadable tea wurst, pickles, radish and mustard.

Bavarian treats at Petite ViolettePhoto byPetite Violette

Entrée selections, priced at $28 to $36, offer hearty portions of meat complimented by two side starches or vegetables. These gourmet main courses include the usual suspects plus one new item: Slow Roasted Caraway Pork and Dumplings. The other entrees are: marinated German Sauerbraten, pan-seared Wiener Schnitzel, sautéed Jaeger schnitzel, and the crowd favorite Bavarian Platter, featuring bratwurst, smoked wiener and slow-roasted pork.

The Oktoberfest menu at Petite ViolettePhoto byPetite Violette

Two sides accompany each entrée. The choices are: potato pancake, spaetzle, Bavarian dumpling, whipped potatoes, red cabbage, sauerkraut and asparagus.

Home-baked Apple Strudel with vanilla bean ice cream, priced at $10, tops it all off, for dessert. The entire menu is available Monday through Saturday nights at dinner (the restaurant is closed on Sundays).

For more information and to see the complete Oktoberfest menu, visit www.petitevioletterestaurant.com/events. Reservations are requested by calling 404-634-6268. The menu is also available for takeout.