Atlanta cocktail bar
The Optimist
Lobster rolls, gumbo, wood-fired oysters & more in a lofty, country-modern space with a raw bar.
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About the room
Lobster rolls, gumbo, wood-fired oysters & more in a lofty, country-modern space with a raw bar.
Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in
Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list
Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining
Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating
Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy hour drinks, Happy hour food, Hard liquor, Healthy options, Late-night food, Organic dishes, Small plates, Vegetarian options, Wine
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating
Bar onsite, Restroom
Cozy, Romantic, Trendy, Upscale
Groups, Tourists
Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait
Credit cards, Debit cards
High chairs
Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Parking, Valet parking
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Where is The Optimist located?
The Optimist is at 914 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 in Atlanta, GA.
What are The Optimist's hours?
The Optimist is typically open Sunday 3-10PM; Monday 5-10PM; Tuesday 5-10PM; Wednesday 5-10PM; Thursday 5-10PM; Friday 5-11PM; Saturday 3-11PM. Hours can change, so confirm with the venue before you go.
What is The Optimist good for?
Visitors tag The Optimist as: budget friendly, trendy, upscale. Browse the full listing for photos, map, and details to see if it fits your night.
How is The Optimist rated?
The Optimist holds a 4.6-star rating from 3,744 reviews.
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