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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
4.64,400 reviews
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Dania Machado 
8 years ago

Amazing in every way! Atmosphere was amazing, food was beyond delicious from start to finish. Service was exceptional! 

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Joe DelMonte 
8 years ago

One of my Top 3 restaurants in Atlanta. Never disappoints. Food and service is Top Notch 

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Lynda Britt Golliher 
8 years ago

Ask to sit in Mika's sections. She is the BEST!!! 

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Matthew Mundy 
8 years ago

The best seafood in the ATL with 1st class environment and great Music! 

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Jim Walter 
8 years ago

An amazing experience. We went for the Oyster Happy Hour and left with a favorite Atlanta restaurant. 

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Jolene Sandoval 
8 years ago

A must when in Atlanta! Great food and the service was amazing. 

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Dudel Rok 
8 years ago

Appetizer seemed a bit expensive for what it was but everything else was awesome and the staff was amazing. 

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Becky Myers 
8 years ago

we could not have had a better time or a better meal. our austalian waitress was top notch :) 

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Leticia J. Perez 
8 years ago

Celebrated my birthday and from the moment I pulled in it was an experience. The valet, the hostess, and my server Meka (may be spelled wrong) were all exceptional. Meka was very attentive and knowledgeable of the dishes. The raw oysters were amazing and the peel and eat shrimp, which Meka suggested order hot, were very fresh. As was the tuna poke (the freshest I've tasted in the Atlanta area thus far). We also ordered the Mahi Mahi and the swordfish, both good dishes. But, the icing on the cake had to be the PB&J cheesecake... read more

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

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