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We chose the optimist to celebrate a few new achievements and actions between my partner and me, and we were so impressed by service and food! Our server Winnie...

The optimist is a great place to celebrate a special occasion. The service is always excellent and the food is great with interesting flavors. Our waitress Aman...

Had a few drinks and favorite Plancha appetizer. Fem was our server and gave excellent service. The ambience is always sexy at night.

I visited DC and didn't know where to go for a fabulous meal. I'm SO GLAD that I found the optimist! And I already told others... The hosts were very polite and...

Always an amazing experience! The Optimist and other Ford fry restaurants are my favorite in Atlanta.

Great service, delicious food. Would be a favorite if I lived in this town.

Our favorite place all week! Table of 8, wonderful unique preparations and flavors! All the recommendation’s were spot on! Must do again!

My husband and I had a great date night at this restaurant. He really enjoys their fresh oysters, while I love their drinks. We ordered the greens, hush puppies...

Great food and atmosphere. Service was thoughtful and attentive.

Delicious and creative menu! CJ was a knowledgeable and friendly waiter! Lovely way to celebrate Mother’s Day!

One word amazing!! The red fish, halibut, fried rice and broccolini dishes were to die for. Chef Brandon is fantastic. I'll definitely visit again

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 I was in fo...

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 atmosphere was lovely, the service was exceptional. I wasn't too fond of the food. Nothing I tried stood out, at least not enough for another visit. But eve...

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 Mill road. Yo...

Amazingly good and atmosphere. Great service, everyone was very polite and attentive and was very knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations. T...

Amazing seafood. He ordered a massive court that fed us four. Your rolls are UNREAL

The service was great, Ryan Gruß, Jon, Server and all the helpers who bring the food together! We had to order fabulous drinks! Bread rolls absolutely delicious...

Excellent food! The dinner rolls served to you at the start of the meal are amazing, and covered in was must be liquid gold butter. Had smoked fish dip for a st...

Everything is delicious in this place, and its atmosphere is wonderful.

Food was fantastic! What a selection of gourmet...Service matched quality of food. Highly recommend

If you're looking for a top-notch seafood restaurant in Atlanta, The Optimist is an excellent choice. From the moment you walk in, you'll be struck by the chic...

If you are a lover of fresh seafood in a modern lofty atmosphere this place is for you! Optimist has an eclectic seafood menu full of Fish and my personal favor...

10/10 food, drinks and service! The octopus and roasted oysters are ah-mazing! Spicy marg could be spicier but won't hold that against them.

From owner Ford Fry and Chef Adam Evans The Optimist in downtown Atlanta is not only the best seafood option in the city but possibly restaurants period. Here,...

First time in Atlanta.. this place came recommended, and i was not disappointed. I ordered two starters and it was more than worth it! Mussels and GA...

We came here for my husband's birthday, and it had been a hot ticket place to go for a long time. The wait was not long--we had a reservation and were...

1st visit and the butter-bathed dinner rolls told me all I needed to know. Highly Recommend: Hamachi crudo (literally everything you want in a good crudo,...

My brother in law took us to his restaurant The Optimist this evening for dinner. The service the meal was excellent. My wife I will definitely recommend the Th...

One of Atlanta's best-hidden gems. From the exceptional service to the delicious food, the inviting atmosphere, and the diverse menu selection, I give this plac...