The Optimist

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

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   Catalina

   Atlanta1 review

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Kennedy was an amazing server. She had a great personality and was the perfect amount of attentive. The was all delicious. Highly recommend the deviled eggs, smoked fish dip and lobster rolls. And those hush puppies!
   

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   Brandon

   Atlanta1 review

   4.0

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Always a great dining experience. The Optimist is one of our favorites!
   

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   Sidney

   Charleston4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   We went for an early dinner… We were the first folks in the restaurant!! The staff was hustling around getting ready for the busy night. I had some delicious fresh Oysters .. a pretty tasty tequila cocktail and the Red Fish and sweet wife had the Halibut. They both were amazing dishes. Oh yea we can’t for get the killer house made rolls!! We finished off with a killer Chocolate dessert!! We have never had a bad dinning experience at The Optimist and the service was spot on as always. Can’t wait to make it back to Atlanta to go back..
   

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   Brooke

   Washington DC5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   Great food, venue and service. 10/10 would highly recommend.
   

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   Sterling VIP

   New York City6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   The optimist never disappoints. Food quality and recommendations were excellent and just the right amount of service attention to be helpful but not overbearing. 
   

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   nancy VIP

   Detroit27 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Every server was kind and friendly. Craig was amazing. Recommendations on drinks and food were on point. Amazing seafood. Highly recommend
   

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   Sean

   Atlanta3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

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

   This is an excellent experience. The food and service are top notch
   

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   Maurice

   Atlanta1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

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

   perfect night amazing food will return soon oysters were phenomenal
   

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   Dominique

   Atlanta1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 16, 2025

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

   The Optimist absolutely lived up to its name! From the moment we walked in, the service was spectacular – attentive and friendly, and made us feel truly welcome. The drinks were also noteworthy; definitely not shy on the pour! While the butter burger was decent, it didn't quite reach the heights I was expecting based on the buzz. However, the peel & eat shrimp? Absolutely bussing! Fresh, flavorful, and a total standout. Overall, despite one slightly underwhelming dish, the amazing food and exceptional service make The Optimist a must-try.
   

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    Mark

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

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

    Great place. Definitely will return. Autumn was a greater server.
    

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