The Optimist

The Optimist reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Rochelle

   Atlanta4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Robert was very thorough in his descriptions of the menu and making us feel welcome
   

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   Edward

   Atlanta2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great seafood and service. I was celebrating my birthday and was offered a complimentary glass of champagne with a candle - nice touch
   

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   Sabrina

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Awesome!! Love the food and service. Place is excellent.
   

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   HECTOR

   Atlanta1 review

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic dining experience! The food was exceptional—especially the oysters and octopus, which were incredibly fresh and expertly prepared. The service was attentive and welcoming, making the meal even more enjoyable, the ambience was just perfect, lively but not noisy.. allowing conversation and enjoyable time . Looking forward to coming back!
   

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   Amy VIP

   Denver2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Optimist always delivers great food and service! The oysters we amazing, the rolls always hot and fresh, and the lobster rolls were delicious. We are looking forward to being back very soon!
   

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   lisa VIP

   Kansas City22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Took son here for graduation. Food was delicious…especially the oysters & clams. It was pouring down rain when we left. One of the employees insisted on walking us to our car with an umbrella. The service was outstanding! Highly recommend
   

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   Lauren

   Atlanta2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my first time dining here. Highly recommend and will be back. Obviously, it’s primarily seafood/fish, and it’s in Atlanta (not coastal), so it’s a little pricy for the portion size. I think it’s worth it, but our dinner for 2 with alcohol was almost $300 including the tip. So not a cheap date night, but again completely worth it for us.
   

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   Kristi

   Charleston4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   It was a wonderful dining experience. This was our first visit ao we were unfamiliar with the menu. Our waiter, CJ, suggested excellent menu choices which we thoroughly enjoyed. The She-crab soup was amazing! Our fish entrees were seasoned to perfection.
   

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   Jennifer VIP

   Orlando11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful atmosphere. Fresh locally sourced ingredients, cooked to perfection. Will definitely return when I’m in Atlanta. Service was impeccable. 
   

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    Michael

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great overall experience. Awesome staff and cuisine
    

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