The Optimist
$$$ • New American, Seafood
Hours:
1400 Adams St, Nashville
(615) 709-3156
About The Optimist
Customers' Favorites
Gulf Shrimp a La Plancha
Smoked Fish Fried Rice
Oysters on Half Shell
Corn Milk Hushpuppies
Smoked Fish Chowder
Lobster Roll Twins
Grilled Octopus
The Opportunist
Spanish Octopus
Smoked Fish Dip
The Optimist Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | 5 - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 10PM |
| Friday | 4:30 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 - 11PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 10PM |
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The Optimist is a highly regarded seafood restaurant known for its superb fish dishes, including flounder, mahi mahi, octopus, and oysters. The grilled cucumbers and panzanella bread are unique and delicious. Their signature rolls are a must-try, being both buttery and crispy. The restaurant offers an intimate and elegant atmosphere, with consistently great service from knowledgeable staff. Customers praise the hush puppies as a popular side dish, and the seafood tower, fish dip, shrimp, poke, and okra as standout menu items. The Optimist provides a top-notch dining experience for seafood enthusiasts.
The restaurant is praised for its relaxing ambiance, with a lovely quiet patio and friendly service. Customers highlight the excellent oysters, deviled eggs, and roasted mushrooms as standout dishes. The chicken dish and unforgettable desserts, such as the coconut pie, are also highly recommended. The staff is known for going above and beyond to make the dining experience special, even for celebratory occasions.