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The Optimist

4.6

About this business

This exceptional seafood restaurant has garnered awards and recognitions over the years, rightly earning the favor of Atlanta's residents. Fisherman and cook, Adam Evans is the executive chef ofThe Optimist, where he promotes sustainable cooking. The menu features a bevy of seafood choices from Maine lobster, fresh caught octopus, halibut, shrimp, mahi mahi, as well as West and East coast oysters. The patio area is perfect for those warm Atlanta nights and makes for a memorable dining experience. 

Location details

914 Howell Mill Rd, Ste 100, Atlanta, GA, 30318, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.64,386 reviews
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Shawn Hudson 
5 years ago

Monica was an awesome waitress and she Shrimp and grits..... yum! 

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Barbara Collins 
5 years ago

The food is wonderful! Top quality and expertly prepared. 

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Kristina Moore Born 
5 years ago

One word to describe food and serviice: spectacular 

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Iris G. Ayala 
5 years ago

Superb food & service!!! Beautiful ambiance. 

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Wayne Williams 
5 years ago

Food, service and venue are top notch! Thank you The Optimist 

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Lori Cardamone 
5 years ago

The food was fabulous! The Mahi Mahi was probably the best I have had! 

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Louise Ward 
5 years ago

Amazing fresh seafood! Great atmosphere; will definitely be back! 

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Brandi Rawls Lockley 
5 years ago

Get the branzino! A-mazing! Our waiter, Daniel, was exceptional! 

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Chris Fox 
5 years ago

overcooked swordfish and rushed out the halibut so fast it was dry 

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How is The Optimist rated?

The Optimist has a 4.6 star rating with 4,386 reviews. 

When is The Optimist open?

The Optimist is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m. 

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