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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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Cooper Miller 
10 years ago

Great snacks at the oyster bar, and who doesn't love a lil putt putt while you wait. Don't forget the pickleback.!! 

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Gregory Shuford 
10 years ago

Fantastic food - oyster bar is worth the visit alone but the cocktails and entrees are icing on the cake 

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Cook E McGyver 
10 years ago

This was an incredible food experience for all in my dining party. A true mastery of culinary extraordinarily well done. 

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Lindsay Michael 
10 years ago

Delicious always :) best seafood in Atlanta. 

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Jennifer Stumm 
10 years ago

VALET LOSES KEYS. We have been loyal Optimist patrons since it opened but we will not be returning. The valet, for which they charge, made us wait 40 minutes at the curb then told us our keys were lost. We were told by the valet that this is not the first time this has happened. The manager did nothing more than come outside but shrug his shoulders, hand is his card and say sorry. No offer to comp our meal, not even to refund the valet fee. This is scandalous service for a higher end establishment. Mistakes happen, but that'... read more

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Ev Cohen 
10 years ago

The freshest seafood I have had in Atlanta! 

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Lauren Groont 
10 years ago

I had my birthday dinner at The Optimist last year and tonight. The frothy she crab soup is always amazing! Have to say though, I was a bit disappointed with the gratuitous amounts of red pepper in the scallop dish. So much heat, I could hardly taste the seafood. New key lime dessert was good! Service is always excellent! Will be back soon! 

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Thomas H. Hyatt 
10 years ago

Excellent atmosphere. Wait staff very knowledgable, thanks Eugene. Food very good. Chowder well seasoned. Redfish would do Savannah proud. Seating for one challenging, couldn't help but hear both conversations on either side. Has to plug in ear phones. LOL! 

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Evette Jones 
10 years ago

Excellent everything.. 

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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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