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The Optimist
The Optimist
86/100 (5174 ratings)
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Basmati Fried Rice
Crab
Lobster Roll
Raw Oysters on the Half Shell
Scallops
Haddock
Smoked Fish Dip
Clams
Swordfish
Halibut
Duck
Ribs
Oyster
Fish & chips
Curry
She Crab Soup
Calamari
Toasts
Crispy Fried Oysters
Mussels
Burger
Bass
Roasted Maine Lobster
Tuna
Octopus
Corn Milk Hush Puppies
Shellfish
Fresh Oysters
Gumbo
Kale Salad
Maine Style Lobster Roll and Fries
Calamares
Seafood Gumbo
Shrimp
Fish
Beignets
George's Bay Scallops
Salmon
Branzino
Fried rice
Duck Fat Poached Swordfish
Dinner Rolls
Pork
Spanish Octopus
Lobster
Cocktails
Chowder
Redfish
Salad
Tuna Tartare
Cheesecake
Fish and Chips
Fish & Chips
Oyster Bar
Sit down
Seafood
American
Live Music
Reservations
Valet Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
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Fine Dining
"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