The Optimist
914 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta
(404) 477-6260
Customers' Favorites
Maine Style Lobster Roll and Fries
Raw Oysters on the Half Shell
Whole GA Shrimp a La Plancha
Corn Milk Hush Puppies
Roasted Maine Lobster
Crispy Fried Oysters
George's Bay Scallops
Spanish Octopus
Smoked Fish Dip
Fish and Chips
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Recent Reviews
We loved our food and dining experience. The waiter even found an NA rose for us. We paid our bill quickly because of plans to attend a concert nearby. It took more than 15-20 minutes to get our dessert. Very disappointed that we had to take quick bites and run. Something was off in that order. Horse this feedback helps.
I saw this restaurant a few years on Netflix and said one day I will have dinner there. Finally made it to Atlanta and had the best restaurant experience in my life Shoutout to Holton for being the best server and going above and beyond for me. Vibes are great, service is excellent and the food is out of this world. That Butter Burger and Apple cake are insane and should be illegal. I will return whenever Atlanta is on the list to travel again.
We ordered the lobster and the red fish for entrees—both excellent. Had the octopus and the oysters for the appetizers. Excellent as well. But the highlight of the evening was having a great server, Rolanda, who helped us select the oysters and the wine and is very knowledgeable. I recommend asking for her when you make your reservation. 
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