Christina P.
12/10/2025
The reason to come here is for the oysters! Absolutely phenomenal. Their happy hour is the best way to try a variety -- great pricing on a rotating selection of super fresh oysters. If you're an...
The Optimist
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914 Howell Mill Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
The Optimist's menu focuses on sustainable seafood prepared in a wood-burning oven. Adjacent to the new restaurant, Fry has opened Oyster Bar at The Optimist, a more casual "fish camp" style venue, featuring an outdoor patio, live music and an oyster bar.
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4.52,364 reviews
Antoinette P.
11/9/2025
My family loves the optimist, including my 2 young daughters. We love sitting both indoors and outside to people watch. Parking is easy with valet and is reasonably priced. Service is usually...
Jacqueline C.
11/5/2025
Back here again after a while and SO happy we decided to come back! Ambience is still exactly how I remembered it -- you can make it a more upscale dinner or keep it relaxed/casual depending on...
Edwyna B.
12/15/2025
The fried oysters were the absolute best I have EVER had in my entire life!!!! It was my first time at The Optimist but will definitely not be my last.
Abena O.
12/3/2025
My parents come here a lot so I decided to meet my dad to see what the hype was about. Very cute space! My dad loves the rolls and they are delicious. Crispy and fluffy with a good salty butter....
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