The Optimist
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout
(404) 477-6260Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Cuisines
Seafood
- Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
- Phone number
(404) 477-6260
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Casual Dress
- Executive chef
Brian Horn
- Private party facilities
The Optimist has a variety of event spaces that include bar events, restaurant buy outs, private dining up to 20 guests, semi-private dining for up to 50 guests.
- Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator : (404) 355-5311 ext. 212
- Neighborhood
West Midtown
- Cross street
8th Street
- Parking details
$3 Valet service is offered through the Brady parking garage, located on property . Additional surface street parking is available throughout the neighborhood, as well as additional lots in the area.
- Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
Experiences
Ring in the New Year with The Optimist!
$125.00 per person
Dec 31, 2022 onlyTo celebrate the New Year we are excited to offer a special four course menu from Chef Brian Horn, priced at $125 per person. Available wine Pairings from our amazing beverage team are sure to be the perfect accompaniment, only an additional $50.Valentine's Day Prix Fixe at The Optimist!
$125.00 per person
Feb 14, 2023 onlyThe best way to spend the evening with your special someone is "coast side!" Celebrate Valentine's Day at The Optimist with a four-course prix fixe menu Executive Chef Brian Horn for $115 per person. Enjoy oysters on the half shell, coastal inspired cuisine and much more! We look forward to celebrating with you!
Menu
What 7,333 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4.8Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.4Value
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Atlanta
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Safety precautions
Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
FAQs
The Optimist offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 477-6260.
The Optimist is rated 4.8 stars by 7333 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
(404) 477-6260914 Howell Mill Rd. Atlanta, GA 30318
Additional information
- Cross street
8th Street
- Neighborhood
West Midtown
- Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
- Cuisines
Seafood
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Dress code
Casual Dress
- Parking details
$3 Valet service is offered through the Brady parking garage, located on property . Additional surface street parking is available throughout the neighborhood, as well as additional lots in the area.
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Executive chef
Brian Horn
- Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
- Phone number
(404) 477-6260
- Private party facilities
The Optimist has a variety of event spaces that include bar events, restaurant buy outs, private dining up to 20 guests, semi-private dining for up to 50 guests.
- Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator : (404) 355-5311 ext. 212