Nashville · Germantown

The Optimist

Name: The Optimist
Address: Nashville, TN, US
Price range: $$$

#83 in NashvilleSeafood$$$

Awards

4.6

What People Are Saying

“*Parking Announcement First* Do NOT park in the Metropolis paid lot. They overcharge and you have to file a claim to get it corrected. There is an open lawsuit against them as of February 2026. Use the PMC gravel lot right beside it. Now about the fo...”

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What to Order

Spanish Octopus

Mentioned by multiple diners as a standout. order it alongside the raw oysters to get the full picture of what this kitchen does best.

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