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The Optimist - Nashville
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Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Cuisines
Seafood
- Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Phone number
(615) 709-3156
- Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Casual Dress
- Private party facilities
We have 2 areas that can accommodate large parties. Our Captain's Room can seat up to 10 guests and our Private Dining Room can seat up to 30 guests.
- Private party contact
Angela Clover: (888) 812-3997
- Neighborhood
Germantown
- Parking details
Valet
- Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
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Experiences
New Years Eve $130.00 Five Course Pre Fixe Menu
$130.00 per person
Dec 31, 2022 onlyPlease join us for a delicious five-course prix fixe menu presented by our Chef team. The prix fixe menu is $135++ per person and will take the place of our regular menu for the evening.Valentine's Day 120.00 Five Course Pre Fixe Menu
$120.00 per person
Feb 14, 2023 onlyPlease join us for a delicious five-course prix fixe menu presented by The Optimist Nashville's Chef team. The prix fixe menu is $120++ per person and will take the place of our regular menu for the evening.
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Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4.8Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
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Safety precautions
Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
FAQs
The Optimist - Nashville offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 709-3156.
The Optimist - Nashville is rated 4.8 stars by 1813 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout from OpenTableNew
This restaurant is currently not taking orders. Check back soon.
View takeout menu1400 Adams Street Nashville, TN 37208
Additional information
- Neighborhood
Germantown
- Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Cuisines
Seafood
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Dress code
Casual Dress
- Parking details
Valet
- Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
- Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
- Phone number
(615) 709-3156
- Private party facilities
We have 2 areas that can accommodate large parties. Our Captain's Room can seat up to 10 guests and our Private Dining Room can seat up to 30 guests.
- Private party contact
Angela Clover: (888) 812-3997