The Optimist is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

1. The Optimist

9.3
914 Howell Mill Rd NW (9th St NW), Atlanta, GA
Seafood Restaurant · 212 tips and reviews

Matt M.Matt Murdock: Try the trigger fish and the duck fat poached swordfish

Samir G.Samir Gillani: Hands down the best restaurant in Atlanta! Get the She Crab Soup, Peel and Eat GA Shrimp (messy but worth it!), the duck fat swordfish (holy it's good!), and fish & chips (huge!). Valet is only $3.

Carlos B.Carlos Butler: Best swordfish I've ever had.

Blue Ridge Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

2. Blue Ridge Grill

8.6
1261 W Paces Ferry Rd NW (at Northside Pkwy), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Buckhead · 39 tips and reviews

Mitch F.Mitch Fielder: Everything I ordered was great! I highly recommend the Swordfish with Bacon, Fingerling Potatoes and Brown Butter. The Banana Bread Pudding was out of this world. I loved the atmosphere and service.

Ed G.Ed Grasing: Swordfish poached in duck fat, and whatever scallops dish the have on the menu

Michael C.Michael Clay: Everything was great. The food was excellent.

Holy Taco is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

3. Holy Taco

8.2
1314 Glenwood Ave SE (at Haas Ave), East Atlanta, GA
Taco Restaurant · 75 tips and reviews

Rebecca D.Rebecca DeWinter: The swordfish and shrimp tacos are both fantastic!

Rebecca M.Rebecca Morrow: Swordfish taco was very good. Skirt steak taco, though,a bit salty.

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: One of Cliff's top 10 restaurants. Try the chicken heart tacos or a short-rib sandwich with local turnips!

Atlanta Fish Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

4. Atlanta Fish Market

8.5
265 Pharr Rd NE (at North Fulton Drive), Atlanta, GA
Seafood Restaurant · Garden Hills · 115 tips and reviews

Adam S.Adam Smith: Cashew and Black Pepper crusted Swordfish. You will die of happiness. But there are no wrong choices here. Best fish in Atlanta

David S.David Sanders: Oysters Rockerfeller was awesome! Truly enjoyed the Seafood Newburg and the grilled. swordfish !

Michele W.Michele Wollaston: Best private dining rooms in Atlanta. Excellent food and service!!!

Ticonderoga Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

5. Ticonderoga Club

8.1
99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA
Restaurant · Inman Park · 17 tips and reviews

Daniel V.Daniel Valdes: Pan seared Swordfish with Brussels Sprouts, Pumpkin purée and Bacon reduced broth is the best catch of the day I've ever had!! Fantastic all around experience tonight

Tasting TableTasting Table: This eccentric bar and restaurant serves everything from shredded wheat shrimp and clam rolls to spied sandwiches and sweetbreads. And you're guaranteed to find a cocktail pairing for each! Read more.

Daniel V.Daniel Valdes: The food and drinks are amazing!! Highly recommended for fun date night.

Rathbun's is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

6. Rathbun's

8.7
112 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Inman Park · 65 tips and reviews

Taylor M.Taylor M: The gooey toffee cake with jack Daniels ice cream was amazing!! The corn chowder was easily the tastiest side, and the swordfish special, lamb chops and duck were excellent!

TJTJ: I love this place. One of the best steakhouses in Atlanta. A must visit for vacationers. .

EaterEater: The food is great & so is the service. It's also conveniently located next to Krog Bar, so stop in before or after your meal for a glass of wine and an appetizer or a nightcap. [Eater 38 Member]

Cucina Asellina is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

7. Cucina Asellina

7.8
1075 Peachtree St NE (at 12th St NE), Atlanta, GA
Italian Restaurant · Midtown · 18 tips and reviews

Tracy F.Tracy Feibel: Squid ink pasta is awesome, so was the swordfish

Occupy My Family ATLOccupy My Family ATL: Cocktails can also be for dessert. We recommend trying the Sgroppino which has lemon sorbet, prosecco and lemoncello.

ThrillistThrillist: Fill up on the burger w/ Fontina & truffle fries from CA's special "On The Board" menu. Read more.

Grand Hyatt Atlanta In Buckhead is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

8. Grand Hyatt Atlanta In Buckhead

8.4
3300 Peachtree Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA
Hotel · North Buckhead · 63 tips and reviews

Theresa H.Theresa H: Grilled salmon in mushroom broth under specialties, love it!! So is the blackened swordfish in pita!! Will come back soon to try something new ;)

Theresa H.Theresa H: Blackened swordfish pita is very good. The chips with the pita look home-made and non greasy :)

Maia W.Maia Wailana: it is all about the southern comfort here! they really do aim to please! easy access from ATL airport. comfy beds and some serious breakfast buffet!

Seven Lamps is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

9. Seven Lamps

8.2
3400 Around Lenox Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Lenox · 72 tips and reviews

Julia C.Julia C.: Everything is amazing - cocktails, service, cheese plate, oysters, swordfish, shrimp, grits, all of it.

T V.T Vee: Grilled cheese sandwich. Has cheese, avocado, and an egg. Absolute must.

ThrillistThrillist: Get in the know...ask for their off-the-menu burger: 50% brisket, 50% top round, and topped with Thousand Island, caramelized onions, B & B pickles, and a grilled cheese gratin. Read more.

Agave is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

10. Agave

8.5
242 Boulevard SE (at Carroll St), Atlanta, GA
Mexican Restaurant · Cabbagetown · 103 tips and reviews

Jim W.Jim White: Great experience! We had a party of 27 and they were nothing short of amazing. Try the swordfish, meatballs, fried chicken, etc...and tip the valets no less than $5

ROC House Women's Fitness SpaROC House Women's Fitness Spa: Loved the agave salad: organic field greens, zucchini, squash, tomatoes, artichokes, and roasted sweet & spicy pecans in a herb & red wine citrus vinaigrette.

MercierMercier: Fish tacos to die for!!

Antica Posta is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

11. Antica Posta

8.6
519 E Paces Ferry Rd NE (at Piedmont Rd), Atlanta, GA
Italian Restaurant · Buckhead Village · 27 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Taylor: The wine list here is excellent. Try the Gavi do Gavi by La Scola. And the food is great. I highly recommend the farfelle past with lobster and wine sauce. It's great!

Howard C.Howard Clark: Seafood risotto, Sea Bass, and Almond gelato

Intown Expert, Jennifer Kjellgren & AssociatesIntown Expert, Jennifer Kjellgren & Associates: "The Italian restaurant in the little yellow house" offers up traditional dishes and an excellent wine list from the Italian-born brothers that run the place. Try the grilled octopus appetizer.

KR SteakBar is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

12. KR SteakBar

8.8
349 Peachtree Hills Ave NE #D2, Atlanta, GA
Steakhouse · Peachtree Hills · 39 tips and reviews

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ℳ𝒶𝓎♍: The interior is super swanky, romantic, and trendy. Once you enter, you forget you're in a residential area. You'll want to dress to impress for sure. Would be a great spot for a date/special occasion

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: No pleasure, no rapture, no exquisite sin is greater than KR SteakBar’s fried artichokes, jewel of CL's 100 Dishes to eat before you die! Read more.

AJCAJC: Among the desserts at KR SteakBar is the moist and fruity olive oil cake with a custardy pistachio gelato buoyed by tart blood oranges. Read more.

Portofino is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

13. Portofino

8.0
3199 Paces Ferry Pl NW (Irby Ave), Atlanta, GA
Italian Restaurant · Buckhead · 18 tips and reviews

Brian B.Brian Bettis: Had appetizer, salad, meal, wine, and dessert. It was just all amazing. Service was excellent too.

Libby V.Libby Vawter: Fried goat cheese is amazing!!!

Gabrielle B.Gabrielle Broadie: Food was average. Too many other great Italian spots in Atlanta to head back to Portofino.

Piu Bello Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

14. Piu Bello Pizzeria

8.0
3330 Piedmont Rd NE Ste 27A (near Tower Pl Dr NE), Atlanta, GA
Pizzeria · Buckhead · 27 tips and reviews

kristen g.kristen green: The Spaghetti Bolognese here is different from the norm and delicious! Definitely give it a try :)

Steve B.Steve Barnes: This place is a hidden jewel!

Shan S.Shan Sultan: BYOB!!!!!!!! Handle of vodka was welcomed.

C&S Seafood and Oyster Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Swordfish in Atlanta.

15. C&S Seafood and Oyster Bar

8.3
3240 Cobb Pkwy SE (at Paces Mill Rd.), Atlanta, GA
Seafood Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

Tracy B.Tracy B: Great fresh raw oysters here in Atlanta. Also recommend trying the Chilean sea bass with soy chili garlic sauce or the entree :)-

Stephen P.Stephen Powell: I'm having a great time.

Jessica M.Jessica Murray: Great oyster selection, yummy cocktails - I always get the Chilean Sea Bass because it is that good!