The Optimist

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914 Howell Mill Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
The Optimist's menu focuses on sustainable seafood prepared in a wood-burning oven. Adjacent to the new restaurant, Fry has opened Oyster Bar at The Optimist, a more casual "fish camp" style venue, featuring an outdoor patio, live music and an oyster bar.

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4.52,356 reviews
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Cj S.
9/3/2025

6 years since my last review and honestly I can say this was the best dining experience I've ever had. We had our go-to server Amanda who always exceeds expectations, but this time she outdid...

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Mark P.
9/16/2025

Took my parents here for their 38th anniversary! My wallet was empty, but my stomach was full! The service was good, but feels like it could have been better. The server we had may have been...

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Clarice L.
8/30/2025

I so wanted to give this a great review! Valet was courteous and very affordable at $6. My reservation was updated to the wrong date but they took us quickly anyway. It took 45 minutes to get our...

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Ryan L.
10/18/2025

My manager took me here while visiting for work. It was really good. All of the food was incredible. I really enjoyed the variety of dishes. The oysters were outstanding.

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Enna J.
8/8/2025

Seen so many great reviews of this places for quite some time so I wanted to try it for awhile. However, it wasn't the best of experiences. The CONS: -only valet parking available right at the...

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