The Optimist

35 NotedACL Score

Why it scored

• Atlanta Magazine: 75 Best Restaurants in Atlanta (2026) +15
• The Infatuation: The Best Restaurants In West Midtown +10
• The Infatuation: 25 Classic Restaurants In Atlanta +10

How the ACL Score works

The Optimist is a seafood restaurant at 914 Howell Mill Road in Home Park Atlanta.

It is featured in The Infatuation’s Atlanta guides.

Address: 914 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318
Phone: (404) 477-6260
Website: theoptimistrestaurant.com

Hours (as listed by the restaurant):
Monday: 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Tuesday: 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Wednesday: 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Thursday: 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Friday: 5 p.m.–11 p.m.
Saturday: 3 p.m.–11 p.m.
Sunday: 3 p.m.–10 p.m.

Details checked November 13, 2026. Hours and menus change, so confirm before visiting.