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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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Meredith Galla 
6 years ago

Fresh seafood, excellent quality. Plates had beautiful, creative presentation. Our server, Adam, was well informed and extremely helpful guiding us through the menu. Top notch service from him the entire night. All in all a 5 Star experience. We had raw and fried oysters, chilled peel and eat shrimp, she crab soup, my husband had the gumbo, and our friend loved the kale salad. The scallops were amazing, cut with a fork like butter. My husband devoured his lobster roll (one of their staple menu items - highly recommend). And ... read more

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Donovan Conrad 
6 years ago

One of my favorites! 

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B R Barry Roberts 
6 years ago

Very good experience 

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Rob Tubajon 
6 years ago

Had an amazing meal and experience here. Will be back every time I’m in Atlanta. 

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Paige Noell 
6 years ago

Christian was amazing! I asked A LOT of questions and he happily answered. The duck was amazing, cooked in foie, the scallops were like butter and the fish and chips are delicious and huge (enough for 3 people)! I’m new to the area and he made me feel so welcome! 

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Luann Smith 
6 years ago

We went for the Mother's Day brunch and it was great! All four of us enjoyed our entrees and appetizers. And the oysters we're so fresh! What I like the most was how friendly and professional ALL of the wait staff were in welcoming and taking care of us. It made the Day special. 

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Tamarra Lewis Johnson 
6 years ago

Prompt service ..... reservation made and honored !!!! Amazing ambience!!!! First time but not my last because the food was everything the customer service above 5 Star!!!! 

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Missy Fit 
6 years ago

Impeccable service. Good wine, lovely plating. Tad salty, had chipotle calamari and scallops entree with basmati rice side. All were over salted. Ambiance was pleasing, just a bit loud. Packed for a Thursday night! 

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Suzanne Arfons Morris 
6 years ago

What a great place! The food and service where amazing. 

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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 open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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