The Optimist Atlanta

The Optimist, Atlanta 914 Howell Mill Rd NW - Atlanta

American
• Seafood
• Sit down

86/100
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Menu The Optimist

  • On Ice​
    • East Coast Oysters, Fresh Horseradish, Mignonette
    • West Coast Oysters, Fresh Horseradish, Mignonette
    • Peel & Eat Ga White Shrimp, “Come Back” Sauce & Lemon
    • Seared and Chilled Scallop, persimmon, jalapeno, pine nuts
  • Start​
    • Seafood Gumbo, "Pot Luck" Garlic Bread
    • Smoked White Fish Chowder, Oyster Crackers
    • Frothy She-Crab Soup, Shrimp Toast
    • Simple Salad, Shaved Celery & Herbs, Banyuls Vinaigrette
    • Little Gem Lettuce, Lemon Anchovy Dressing, Croutons, Parmesan
  • Fish, Wood Hearth Roasted​
    • Monkfish, creamy brandade, roasted broccoli, butter bread crumbs
    • Seared Yellowfin Tuna, Charred Octopus & Crispy Potato Salad, Olives, Harissa
    • Fish & Chips, Beer Battered Haddock, Malt Vinegar Aioli
    • Duck Fat Poached Swordfish, Baked White Bean & Confit Duck Leg Ragout, Garlic Thyme Relish
    • NC Flounder, miso butter, honshimeji mushrooms, Vidalia onion
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Ratings of The Optimist

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Last update on 01/01/2024
4,5
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Google
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Last update on 28/12/2023
4,6
3423 Reviews
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Opentable
Last update on 13/07/2023
4,0
8 Reviews
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Foursquare
Last update on 13/07/2023
4,5
762 Reviews
Facebook
Facebook
Last update on 13/07/2023
4,0
1 Reviews

Reviews

5
David Robateau
+5
Food in my opinion, was excellent. I didn't have one thing that I wasn't happy with. The mescaline old fashioned wasn't on the menu, but if you ask for it, ye shall receive. Leighton, our server had excellent recommendations and was professional yet friendly.
5
S Gregory
+5
Beautiful atmosphere and delicious food. All of the food wasn’t as flavorful but overall the food was great. The oysters were the best I’ve had. The mussels and the sauce with the subtle kick was so flavorful. The only thing that was disappointing were the sides. They were fresh but a little bland. I did get the hush puppies afterwards and it was good. It tasted sweet but not too sweet, light and airy. The service was also great from beginning to end.
5
Mekhi
+5
Pro Tip: The entrance is located near the sign (pictured) and the parking lot. You cannot enter through the glass door at the corner. Great restaurant option for seafood lovers. Very open space with high ceilings where you can see the kitchen, but the seating still feels very intimate and low-lit for dates. They have a variety of plate sizes, offering ways to share food or eat your own dish solo. We had shrimp a la plancha as a starter (which also comes with a tasty bread/sauce combo), and I had the scallops for my main, which were great. The table bread is delicious and gloriously doused in butter. Fun drink options and an extensive wine list round everything out for a great night. Recommended.
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Timetable

Monday:
05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
05:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday:
03:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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THE OPTIMIST, ATLANTA - 914 Howell Mill Rd NW - Menu and Prices

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