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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
4.64,476 reviews
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Joy Akira Muranaka 
7 years ago

Service was Ok. Food was subpar. Bread was the best food of the meal. Had the fish and chips; it was over cooked with an unbelievably thick breading. It was so greasy I had to pick off the breading and eat the fish. This place is overpriced and overrated. We won’t return. 

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Kevin Ware 
7 years ago

The restaurant it self is very nice but when ‘I called because ‘I was running late and would miss my reservation time, my two second delay led me to being hung up on. The waiter was just ok and a little rude. When ‘I told him the coke he brought me tasted like diet he of course did not believe me and gave me a reason why ‘I must be wrong but when he went to check he had given me diet. The food was ok, but the bread and hush puppies were very very good. Valet is mandatory and there is a fee plus you are expected to tip on top... read more

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Laurie Smith Osborne 
7 years ago

How have I missed this place before now!!! My husband and I celebrated our anniversary there and loved everything about it. Great food, terrific ambiance, wonderful server, and complimentary Prosecco!!!! Will go back soon. 

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Lucia Poole 
7 years ago

Halibut was awesome! We loved it and will definitely be back! 

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Lisa Siradas 
7 years ago

Where do you eat when you spend two nights in Atlanta? Oyster Bar at The Optimist. Both nights. So great we had to go back. Hoping this opens in Chicago sometime. Soon!! 

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Katrina Leonce Caples 
7 years ago

Impeccable service, great ambience and the food was amazing! 

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Linda Pipitone 
7 years ago

Actually my snapper was excellent-it would just be nice to get a little more or a small side with it. But again great dish! 

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Pamela Mitchell Patsavas 
7 years ago

Amazing food! The grilled octopus was the best I’ve ever had! 

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Scotty Bowman 
7 years ago

One of the most amazing dinners I’ve ever had. Thank you to the management and the staff for their amazing hospitality to my daughter and myself. This is the place you need to visit if you’re Atlanta 

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How is The Optimist rated?

The Optimist has a 4.6 star rating with 4,476 reviews. 

When is The Optimist open?

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

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