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The Optimist
The Optimist
86/100 (5174 ratings)
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"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..."
David Robateau
"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...."
S Gregory
"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..."
Mekhi
"I've been here quite a few times with friends. It's a nice seafood restaurant if you like variety and ambiance. It does get crowded on the weekends..."
K R
"They have valet right next to the restaurant when you're pull in the shared parking deck between The Optimist and Superica West Midtown, on Howell..."
Thu Doan
"I recently had the pleasure of dining at Optimist in Atlanta, GA, and let me tell you, it was an absolute treat! From the moment I walked in, I knew..."
Naomie Delva
"Went here on my birthday with my husband and everyone was so nice and they gave me a birthday dessert with a little cute bouquet! I really recommend..."
Ruda Lee
"It's a crowded and busy space that is dimly lit and somehow still great for those trendy date nights. The oysters and seafood here is amazing and..."
Ben Jams
"As someone who has tried another establishment by Chef Ford Fry and was disappointed by the food, I was slightly apprehensive about coming to The..."
Angela Zhao
"This place never disappoints…from the raw oyster bar ( go between 3-5pm for half price oysters) then go sit in the dining room that gives you a..."
Billy Newberry