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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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Scott Hall 
10 years ago

Wonderful assortment of oysters. Roomy and great accomadations without a reservation. 

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Aaron Camp 
10 years ago

My wife and I really enjoyed our visit to The Optimist. The staff was great, the food was superb, and the style is perfect for a lunch or dinner date. I had a lobster roll - the bread and lobster were very fresh and tasty, and the fries were unreal (actually this was one of the biggest surprises for me)! The fried peach pie was excellent as well. I really liked the white pepper ice cream that went with it. Needless to say, we will probably be stopping by The Optimist every time we visit Atlanta! Feel free to put one in the C... read more

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Michael Nation 
10 years ago

This place is amazing! Awesome atmosphere and staff. Best date I have had in a long time. 

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DeeAnna Durazo 
10 years ago

Love love love this place! 

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Natali Niente 
10 years ago

Great seafood & beautiful space. Beautiful space 

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Andre Jones 
10 years ago

The food was amazing! Great space! 

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Sorry-Weve Moved 
10 years ago

Food was amazing and K.Owens made our 1st time visit nothing short of first class!!! 

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Katrina MsChameleon Massey 
10 years ago

Fresh, sustainable food & an amazing staff... you couldn't ask for more! 

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Burak Ecevit 
10 years ago

Highly overpriced - average service, food and drinks! 

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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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