I'm always impressed with my meal and service at T...

I'm always impressed with my meal and service at The Optimist. The shrimp toast that accompanies their She Crab Soup is exquisite, and their Smoked Fish Chowder is a must-try as well. Fish and Chips here involve a fillet that is perfectly moist and cooked encompassed by a perfectly seasoned batter that is thin and crispy without too much oil saturation.

The Shrimp Burger is like the best crab cake you've had, but shrimp. On it, the crispy shallots bring forth a good variance in texture and the squeeze of lemon sets off all the flavors. A potentially overlooked side, the fried rice, is a playground for your tongue. It's made of an intelligent mix of ingredients to deliver a variety of textures to your mouth with a delightful marriage of seasonings.

I've yet to be disappointed with any choices I've made here! Lunch provides a less-expensive opportunity to try some of this delicious food in a trendy industrial space.