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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. 

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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
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Sean Crane 
7 years ago

Nice atmosphere, delicious food...but I have a problem when a $200 meal (with no alcohol) has the quality, but sacrifices quantity for showmanship, and that’s just not my cup o’ tea. Service was outstanding but I can’t see myself returning when I can get a more filling meal at Atlanta Fish Market, Legal Seafood or Rays for the same price. 

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Alyssa Caputo Smith 
7 years ago
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Tyler King 
7 years ago

My visit was nothing less than sublime. The staff at the front door was warm and very welcoming. I felt as if they were truly happy for me to be their guest. Service was impeccable and the food was delicious. 

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Rich Chapla 
7 years ago

Fantastic restaurant. Food was amazing. The octopus appetizer was great. Staff was on top of it. A must if you are in Atlanta., 

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Tanora Simmons Carter 
7 years ago

One of my favorite restaurants. Great food and service. 

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Robin Parker 
7 years ago

Good service. Good food. Service: waitress chose very good items for an oyster selection. We like raw oysters yet lack knowledge of them. We are working on the subject. The waitress was knowledgeable about the wines and my desires. I was happy with her suggestion. I didn’t care for the gumbo. Fish & chips is very good; @ $20+ it better be good and the Bronzino was excellent despite the fact that the fish was looking at me. I don’t want eyes on my plate. Just saying. Good place but for the money I want more. 

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Lucus Meredith Fletcher 
7 years ago

Great Food, from the burger to seafood!! Happy Hour is really cool also. If you love seafood check this place put! 

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Christopher Michael 
7 years ago

Hands Down best Seafood Ever passing through Atlanta and stumbled upon a awesome restaurant 

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Chris Moore 
7 years ago

Great atmosphere and service. Our server was polite and knowledgeable on each menu item and was able to answer any questions we had. The night we went the restaurant was packed and our server was slammed. My order was put in wrong but he quickly fixed it and provided a comp for the error. Overall it was an amazing experience and I️ will definitely be back. 

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How is The Optimist rated?

The Optimist has a 4.6 star rating with 4,400 reviews. 

When is The Optimist open?

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

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