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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
4.64,386 reviews
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DC Marie 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

Our service was amazing especially the Social Distancing mask given upon entry was a plus! The food was great and Allison the bartender freaking rocks! 

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Krystal Lee Fox Sadler 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

bartender was amazing! Our waitress was fabulous. The food was perfect! 

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Tangie Jones 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

Our server Brittany was excellent. She went over and beyond to make sure our dining experience. 

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Brenda Lynn Bowick 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

Great service,very pleasurable atmosphere and very top notch food 

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Virlin Lester 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

Great place tip dine in casual class. Their squash dish is superb🥰😋 

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Rod Sheriff 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Great time with food you can’t get anywhere else. 

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Althea Mckenzie 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Excellent food and service. Our server John, was awesome, he had a vegan dish made to order for me. Will definitely return to the Optimist! 

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Ali Maree Nesbitt 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Alex was the best! Genuinely the best service and experience I have ever had! Her personality and timeliness sword I cannot believe I’ve never been to a restaurant as great as this one before the food was incredible as well as the service specifically Alex great job definitely coming back 

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Tom Jack 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Incredible experience. Great food, perfect service. A high energy vibe. 

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How is The Optimist rated?

The Optimist has a 4.6 star rating with 4,386 reviews. 

When is The Optimist open?

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

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