The Expat

Cute place in the heart of Five Points. One of the houses on Lumpkin that have nicely converted to a restaurant. Our friends tell us that the Expat has tweaked the menu over the years and seems to have a neuvo Italian vibe now. Great date spot or nice dinner with friends. Food was hot and flavorful. Interesting flavors and colors that were quite attractive and tasty! Service was great with nice recommendations and no pressure for time Some cool artwork and nice architectural touches like a 2 sided fireplace. There are some outdoor dining spots too. A good experience that we will try again. Downsides - well if you get lucky, there is parking in back...if you don't get that...good luck. It is not a huge place so might get loud..but was fine for us early dining old folks. Owners have a couple of places..so they know the right way to run a place.

Had been here a couple of years back and thought it was decent but not a place I’d try to come back soon to. Then I kept hearing rumors that it’s improved so I decided to come by. Turns out the rumors were true. Definitely better than how I remember it. Didn’t order too much but enjoyed what we did. Some dishes were nice and inspired, for example, the strawberry bruschetta. The other dishes were nice too.

We had Scott as our server tonight and he was on point. Not only that but the kitchen crushed it with all the food. I definitely suggest going family style and getting all of the pastas and all of the entrees to share at your table with everyone. You could tell everything was freshly made to order

We visited during the "Miracle" Christmas time, and the place was certainly festive. Our server, Noah, was enthusiastic. The seasonal drink selection was impressive and everything we tasted was enjoyable. The wine/beer selection was disappointing, and the food seemed overpriced, but the ambiance was pleasant and mostly quiet enough to have a conversation. Parking is a challenge.

Came here on a dinner date and The Expat checked every box! This would also be a great place to meet with friends and family. We ordered the charcuterie board, the burrata salad, and the tagliatelle pasta dish. It was perfection in every way, will be coming back soon!

Came for Restaurant Week 2024! We tried everything on the prix fixe menu, and every single dish was delicious. Will definitely come back for a future date night. We also had great service from Molly!

We used to love this place and have had enjoyable experiences in the past. However, our most recent visit was extremely disappointing. We decided to start with the MUSSELS small plate as an appetizer, along with the SAFFRON MAFALDE. Unfortunately, soon after we got home, all of us suffered from severe food poisoning. Adding to the disappointment, the atmosphere was far from pleasant. As mentioned in other reviews, the excessive noise made it difficult to hold a conversation, even with the person sitting across from you. The restaurant's hard surfaces seemed to amplify the noise, creating an unpleasant dining environment. Although the waitress was friendly, none of us from the group will ever consider coming back to this restaurant, given its high prices, disappointing food quality, and loud atmosphere.

Wanted to love it. Cioppino was an under salted mangled mess. All clams and some mussels weren’t opened. The one I tried fighting open was inedible. Server was so busy with a large party that we were an afterthought. Everyone was super nice and the drinks were solid, just felt robbed with the soup. Try something else.

I'm a bit miffed that they tried to pass off baby bella or a type of button mushroom as a wild mushroom. I did ask the waitress what type of mushroom it was. Typically these will be Chanterelles or Morells. Oysters and Lions mane you can find in the wild, but typically those are grown on a farm nowadays. Chanterelles aren't in season as they are a late summer mushroom. I asked the waitress what were the wild mushrooms and she didn't know. She offered to find out, but I took who designed the menu to be genuine that these were wild mushrooms and not the cheapest ones you can find at every grocery store. What was really undersold was how good their bread service was. The onion loaf and condiments were awesome. The crispy potatoes were a nice side dish. I really liked inside the restaurant. It was like being in a cute house. Bottom line, I think it's a decent place, just not happy they passed off everyday mushrooms as wild ones.

Recently, some friends and I visited The Expat, and after an evening filled with highs and the occasional perplexing low, I can say I recommend it--enthusiastically, in fact. That said, a few easily fixable quirks keep it from being one of my favorite restaurants in town. Fix those, and I'll gladly become a regular. First, the appetizers: we started with the Roman artichoke, burrata, and a cheeseboard - all great. The duck? Exceptional--definitely in the top two or three of my life. At this point, I was mentally composing sonnets to the chef. Unfortunately, my friends weren't so lucky. They ordered the carbonara, a dish meant to cradle you in its rich, creamy embrace. Instead, they were served a plate of dry pasta, as though someone had forgotten the egg yolks and simply hoped no one would notice. The only thing this carbonara cradled was my friends' need for several glasses of water to choke it down. We begged for oil, butter--anything to give this poor dish a fighting chance to slide down our throats without incident. The server offered to take it off the bill and tried to make it right by bringing extra butter and cheese to the table. IMHO, the appropriate way to handle it is to have the manager come, apologize, and have everyone's remade appropriately by the head chef instead of whatever apprentice they had doing it rather than leaving it to the server to figure out. That's not her job- that's the owner/chef's job. Then, there was the final puzzle: the restaurant's new "no tipping" policy. Now, in theory, I have no problem with this. In fact, I welcome it, particularly since our server was fantastic. But it's the execution that left me feeling like I'd wandered into an economics seminar instead of a nice Italian meal. First, they added a 20% gratuity--fine, that's expected and more than acceptable. But then they tacked on an additional 5% "service fee." Isn't that what the 20% gratuity is for? I felt as though I'd been thrust into a financial riddle. And just when I thought I had it all figured out, there was another 3% charge, this time for health insurance (you have the option of telling the server you want that 3% taken off- and wish them well on their upcoming MRI). I have no issue with paying for people's health care--I like to imagine a world where everyone has access to a doctor and good pasta--but by this point, 28% of our bill was going toward something other than food. Not necessarily unreasonable, but why not just fold it into the price of the dishes? Mark them up appropriately, slap on a "this-is-what-it-costs" price tag, and call it a day. The $11 artichokes? They're $14. Everyone's happy. Instead, we were left scratching our heads, not because we minded paying, but because we didn't understand why it needed to be this complicated. With just a few adjustments, The Expat could easily become a favorite. For now, I'll keep going--for the duck, of course--and maybe bring my own oil for the carbonara.

Came by this place to meet a friend. We had a couple of drinks and shared the charcuterie board. Added in some burrata. I am always open to trying places a second time. I found the ex pat to be a bit pricey for what they offered and the location they are in. The pasta dishes looked a bit lean in the amounts you are given as we sat at the bar. The burratta add on was almost hard. Usually buttatta is very soft and creamy. This was anything but that. The meats they put in the dish too were a bit anemic in quantity. I usually do try places a second time but this might be a strain on the pocket book. A few drinks and charcuterie plate were a bit much.

The Expat wins the title for the most underrated restaurant in Athens. I just discovered it last week after living here four years and it's already my favorite restaurant in the city. My girlfriend and I arrived 10 minutes early for our reservation, so the hosts didn't have a table just yet but were so nice they apologized and acted as if it was fault of their own! Things only got better from there, our server was amazing, the cocktails were amazing, and my girlfriends pasta was the best I've ever had in Athens, narrowly beating out ZZ & Simone's and blowing DePalmas out of the water. My lamb special was top notch too, a welcome surprise since at many restaurants the "special" can be iffy. My only critique is the interior decor was a little elementary, though pleasing enough where I didn't think too hard about it Thanks Expat! I'll be back.

Food was great but A/C sucks. It was hot and steamy. Not usually this way but it ruined the night.

The Expat was a wonderful experience. Our server gave solid recommendations. The pork chop and pasta were incredible.

The Expat is one of Athens' upscale/fancy restaurants offering a charming ambiance, excellent staff, and a yummy meal. I treat myself with a dinning experience here on a special occasion or compromise with a drink + appetizer lower-cost option. The vibes here are very different from most restaurants in Athens. It is quieter, dimly lit, sophisticated, while still maintaining the unique Athenian cultural flare. It recently went from prioritizing French cuisine to Italian, which I will say was a bit of a disappointment, but still has lots of great food options to try. They are constantly experimenting with dishes, which is something I love about this place. If the mussels are on the menu, I would recommend 10/10! The steak and potatoes is also a yummy entree and I once had an ice cream sandwich there that blew my tastebuds out of the water. The staff are fun to engage with and get recommendations from. From my multiple visits, I always enjoy the food and experience. Thanks, Expat!

$3 for a single can of soda is price gouging and, unfortunately, indicative of my dinner at The Expat--not worth the price. The perfectly cooked artichokes were the highlight of the meal. Not sure if they were out of ciabatta, but the Wild Mushroom Bruschetta was served on a pretty flat cracker. The Green Goddess salad, Strawberry salad, and Tomato salad were all pretty good. Props to them for having gluten free pasta. The Crispy Torn Potatoes tasted like barbecue chips (in a good way) and the Butter Roasted Carrots and Roasted Cauliflower were good, too. Converted houses are tricky to decorate, but the backroom where we sat was very plain and not in a cool, minimalist way. The service was good.

Decent food, but little menu diversity over time. We spent our 35th anniversary there, and it was OK, but a week later we were there, sitting at the bar on a quiet evening, only to be consistently interrupted by "HEY" from the kitchen. Apparently, that is their loud announcement of "Order UP", which was wholly unnecessary, given the quiet evening. The bartender was apologetic. After quietly complaining about the matter to servicing staff, the frequency went down, but not completely, and seemed "HEY" had become an inside joke. Rather than solitude, there were random, thought more quiet "HEY" exclamations later through our meal -- particularly when we left. We'll not return. They need to hire adults in their kitchen or an adult in as their manager.

The patio is really nice, even on a hot night. We made a reservation for 4, and had no problem getting our table on time. Both the service and the food were amazing. Everything tasted fresh, and homemade. We started with an Antipasti board. it was a well-rounded sampling of meats, cheese, pickled items, honey and jam. My only dislike was it didn't come with enough bread. Each of us had 1 piece each, but we had plenty of soft cheese, and meats left over, and no non-messy way to eat them. Next time, I'll order a few extra pieces of bread. For our mains we had Tagliatelle, Creste Di Gallo Ai Funghi x2, and the Saffron Mafalde. The portions were good size, although the Creste Di Gallo Ai Funghi - were ordered the same way, but came out 2 different portions, plated differently, not a compliant, just odd. Fir dessert, we enjoyed the Herbs de Provence Pound Cake, and the Butterscotch Budino. Everyone really enjoyed their meals, and the service was top notch. Drinks were filled, and refilled, extra silverware for each course was delivered when needed. The y really pay attention to your table. We will definitely go back. My best advice is to go hungry, and make a reservation!

This was the best meal my mom and I have ever had! We sat at the bar and received great service and recommendations from the staff. Each dish that came out exceeded our expectations and was the perfect balance of flavor. Hands down my new favorite restaurant in Athens! The ambiance was great as well.

This is our go to date night spot when we want to be a little more fancy or if we're celebrating something. Pasta dishes are always delicious, and we dream about the Brussel sprouts appetizer. Cocktails are always on point, particularly love the one with Balsamic vinegar in it because it's so different. Yes it's a little pricey, which is why we only come for a special occasions. Staff is always very nice and give great service. We love this place!

This was my second visit to The Expat. The service was very friendly and efficient. Our table of four ordered 4 different pasta dishes. One of them was in error, but our diner decided to eat it anyway rather than go to the trouble of sending it back. Then the server came back and admitted the error after our diner had already eaten some of the dish. The server took the wrong plate away, which I am guessing would have been discarded in the kitchen. Why not just let him keep the plate and leave him the correct plate for the rest of the table to share rather than waste the errant plate? It might have been a nice goodwill gesture. My Cacio e Pepe dish was very dry. The chef does not know how to make this dish. This should be a very creamy dish without the use of cream. I would not order this dish again at The Expat, but one of our diners was very enthusiastic about his seafood pasta entree, so that evened out the score. Ambiance was casual, artsy, and nice. This restaurant is pricey, but overall, not bad.

Amazing! The pasta and bread was so fresh and delicious- drinks were great too. Highly recommend the burrata board

Wow - incredible! Absolutely delicious food for every single item we got. Every dish has unique flavor pairings, packs a great punch of flavor, and is delicious authentic Italian food with a great flair. Pasta and everything else tastes fresh, homemade, and made with love. All reasonably priced too. We got the following: Burrata board Brussel sprout side Cesar salad - sisters said best they ever had Tomato wedge salad - out of this world, the vinaigrette elevated to the next level Bucatini - a lil spicy for my taste but very fresh pasta and super tasty Tarragon seafood pasta dish - lots of seafood for a pasta dish and great flavor Risotto - super tasty Mushroom pasta - incredibly flavorful, perfect sauce to balance out the dish Steak - seems like a house favorite, very tasty and the crispy potato side was delicious

This is a wonderful restaurant for special occasions and everyday celebrations! This is our go to!!

During my recent two-week trip to the South, I ate at many great restaurants and enjoyed most of it. But The Expat takes the cake! Everything we had: squid and shishito for starter, seafood saffron pasta, grouper for main and the blueberry cake for dessert, all were fabulous! Plus chill atmosphere and great service. Who could ask for more?

My wife and I went to The Expat restaurant for the first time looking for a special dinner for our anniversary. Unfortunately, that's not what we experienced. The food was mediocre at best, the service was OK but nothing exceptional. And the ambience was poor. The restaurant was very loud, hard surfaces everywhere, nothing to absorb sound so conversations and the sound of plates and utensils normal to people eating, bounced around and made what we hoped to be an intimate dinner experience barely tolerable. I was telling an acquaintance about the dinner a few days later, and couldn't remember the name of the restaurant and as soon as I started to describe it, she immediately asked me, what is The Expat? I agreed, and she said that the restaurant was really overrated. I have to agree.

While visiting our son in Athens we got reservations and went to dinner at the Expat. It's an older converter home which is nice. It reduces the impersonal feel of one large room. Staff was prompt and seemed friendly. We ordered an appetizer for the four of us which arrived in good time. The menu is full of fancy words in an attempt to seem worldly. My wife and I found them very annoying. In Athens it seems to be that restaurants try hard to cater to those people that think they are the elite and sophisticated. We found menu choices to be limited to only a few options. Food is prepared with many non traditional ingredients in the attempt to be "intellectual". My wife had the steak which she found good. I had a pasta dish which was very spicy. Being Italian by birth and growing up in an Italian home I found this very disturbing. I couldn't finish the plate. Our son and his girlfriend (who live in Athens) found their food to be top notch and very sophisticated. When it came time for dessert, I opted for the banana pudding. When I lived in Alabama I learned to love banana pudding. What I received was some sort of fancy intellectual version of Banana pudding. It was like an ice cream bar which vaguely tasted of banana. Again, I was very disappointed. What it boils down to is that if your an Athens local, out on Friday or Saturday night you will love the sophisticated and worldly presentation. If you are used to restaurants of all types from dives through expensive, I believe that you will find that the Expat just plain tries too hard to be worldly. The tricky words on the menu and tricky ingredients in its food presentation fail to impress. Yes, it's nice to find somewhere that has a new twist or unique offering but this place misses the boat. The overall cleanliness, promptness, and staff made my dinner tolerable and keeps it at three stars. Would I go back. NO. Find somewhere less pretentious.

Came here for a solo dinner around 5:30 on a Saturday and the place was pretty empty. Got seated by the window and the waitress was super attentive and friendly. Squash ravioli (seasonal special) - loved the salt flakes and acid from the tomatoes. Ravioli was cooked perfectly al dente but I was expecting more of a squash purée inside but there were crunchy pieces of veg. The smell was a little off putting (maybe from cooked tomatoes) but the taste was awesome. I would definitely get this again. Fried eggplant pieces were also delicious Butter toffee pudding - this is a bread pudding. The cherries made this a little too tart. I was expecting more of a buttery taste like the butter toffee bits on the side but overall the cake was a little on the dry side Portions are small and prices are high, but the chef does savory dishes well

I found this restaurant on another's Instagram and saw that they took reservations on resy (which usually tells me this place is upscale and the food is good.) This place is pretty new and reminded me of places in New Orleans and Atlanta so I thought I'd give it a shot. The bar program downstairs seemed nice but I went to the lounge after dinner so I didn't try drinks downstairs. Servers were nice and knowledgeable of the menu. FYI the rug in the back area abutted my chair and I almost tripped on it multiple times getting up to go to the restroom, out of my seat etc. I ordered a burger. I am a burger snob so here goes: My burger was really tasty and reminded me of the burger I had in warbucks on magazine in Nola. That being said 15 bucks for a burger (yes a high quality one) without fries is a little steep. I've had "upscale" burgers for 15 bucks or less with fries in west midtown, poncey-highlands and New Orleans again the key is WITH FRIES. So I felt a little gypped when it came to the burger here. I guess the positive without fries was I able to go get dessert at condor and not feel overstuffed? Now for the lounge: really cool. I liked that it was intimate and quiet upstairs. I got a sazerac that was really good. It made me miss New Orleans. I wish I was in the lounge during happy hour so I could've gotten more bang for my buck. I noticed the lounge upstairs has cathead vodka which is from Mississippi but I usually see it around nola so points for that. Loved the vinyls and intimacy. Reminded me of 8arm's ink but more chill and less pretentious. Overall I'd come here for a date night or special occasion for the food as it is a bit pricey. The lounge I'd come to for happy hour.

The Brussels sprouts were amazing. The asparagus and salmon salad was great too. It was delicious.

The Expat in 5 points is an intimate bistro with a focus on Italian cuisine. And from what Ive heard recently transitioned from French fare. For our Friday night dinner it was a pleasure to sit outside and watch the kitchen through the window. Set inside an old cottage gives a cozy feel and certainly more calm than downtown locations. Their menu is heavily weighted in pasta that is house made and filled with uncommon varieties which was exciting. Not to be outdone, the cocktail menu is impressive as well with mixtures and flare that rival those from more metropolitan areas. Visiting for the first time from Atlanta overall I was thrilled with the experience as college town restaurants usually leave much to be desired. I went with the Creste di Gallo Ai Funghi which paired perfect with a pinot and wonderful fall temperatures.

Booker & Weller selections, say no more. Just the vibe I was looking for. Photos do no justice. I'd love to have a place like this when I'm on my 'expat seasons' elsewhere. A gem to check out -- will easily become a locals' favorite. Jerry -- The sorghum and Booker recipe is exceptional.

This is my new place to enjoy great food & drinks! Had smoked trout and Martini followed by amazing pasta.

This was our first time here, but certainly won't be the last! Spoke with the owner, Jerry, who was charming and open and explained the history and background of both the restaurant and his personal journey. As former New Yorkers, we have had a wide variety of restaurant experiences, ranging from 5 star to horrendous and this was definitely a 5 star experience. The food was exceptional (I ate way too much!) and the tiramisu was fantastic. Word of mouth matters for a restaurant and they understand this with the details. Excellent bar, wait staff, even the lighting and music were curated and thoughtful.

I loved the menu and was excited to try this place. For the prices and selections, I expected better service. Our waitress was sweet, but not very nuanced in fine dining. My entree needed salt. My daughter's $22 pasta would not have been a decent meal had she not added shrimp. Overall, I expected this meal to be a fun experience, but we paid $161 for mediocre food and service. Won't be back.

Absolutely exquisite dishes! We eat there regularly. Don't miss it. I recommend the lobster pasta and the bolognese. The bureaus appetizer is not to miss.

Great menu, delicious, and wonderful service!! I had the mushroom risotto, and my friend had the ragú. Both were great.

Food is amazing, highly recommend the butternut squash risotto. Our bartender Jacob was fantastic. His service was impeccable and he was very fun to chat with. Love this place!

Great food but tiny portions and not great value for money. Food was well thought out and nicely elevated with a mix of flavours. We went for lunch and I thought the lunch menu could have included more of the French twist that the ambience and dinner menu promised. Portions were tiny though, and left you wanting more. The pasta dish was excellently seasoned, just plated in a tiny bowl which made cutting the ribbons of pappardelle difficult. The macaroon cake was a little dry but the flavours were delicious. Waitress was wonderfully attentive.

Great cozy place to eat with excellent wait staff and food. Parking is in the back and has indoor and outdoor seating. Very clean and each table has its own little bottle of hand sanitizer. $$ prices but very worth it. I'll be back!

Always have had excellent food. Great place in Five Points for every special occasion.

Came for cocktails and appetizers and loved them. Great porch and upstairs with a good late night vibe. The home is welcoming and has a sophisticated yet comfortable vibe. My boy friend had an old fashion which he loved and I had a crisp glass of rosé. We shared the small charcuterie board. It had a great mix of cheeses and spreads and was plenty big for the two of us. Would recommend sharing with another couple. All the cheeses were delicious and each was different from the other. Will be going back to this restaurant for dinner soon. Also the staff was inviting and friendly. Our waiter was outstanding. He was knowledgeable about the menu and flavors and very attentive and nice.

Second time at Expat and I don't think I'll be back. It was just ok. Charcuterie was, again, ok, and seemed to lack overall vision. Somehow I keep getting the same lackluster waiter. He doesn't seems to want to help or be there when we need him. Entrees, ok. Mussels, good. Cocktails, good. Dessert, ok. There is potential here, but we need better sound proofing, more comfortable seating, and more exciting entrees.

Beautiful brand new restaurant in 5 points! The menu is fresh, using local ingredients, and the cocktail menu is extensive, with something for everyone! I got the duck and a French 75. The duck had delicious flavor and didn't taste greasy or gamey at all. My drink was perfect and pretty with a twirl of lemon rind. I also had a glass of wine and it was awesome! This crew knows what they are doing, both in the kitchen and behind the bar. Can't wait to try Sunday brunch

Last night we were outside browsing at the menu and watching the chef create some beautiful desserts. The owner, Jerry, came out to greet and chat with us some. This morning we decided to try the brunch menu- mostly because of Jerry's friendly demeanor. We were pleasantly surprised to find everything looking clean and beautiful since the new owners. Our menu requests were cordially agreed-upon, by our friendly and helpful waiter Tim. The food was delicious! The crepe was perfect, as were the eggs Benedict. Coffee- Thousand Faces- excellent! We will soon be back for dinner. Well done!!! Overall delightful experience.

I was impressed with this place! I liked it because it's so unique compared to other restaurants in Athens. They have an amazing meat and cheese board. The cheese puffs are great as well and the bolognese was to die for. They have a very unique and extensive wine menu as well. The staff was very friendly, attentive and helpful. The atmosphere is really cozy as well

I've been to The Expat twice now, and it's one of my new favorite restaurants in Athens. It feels fancy but casual enough that I didn't mind hanging around. The service has been attentive and friendly - once I was in a large group, and they seemed fine with it. The cocktails were real standouts and heavy on the booze. I think the menu changes often, but I thought the duck was really great. The large cheese/meat plate is worth it if you have a large group, and I think the mushroom toast is exceptional. It's kind of awkward to eat, but really savory and filling.

Update: at least for brunch portions have improved. Husband and I returned a few weeks ago and we enjoyed a much more filling brunch. I had a hard time deciding between 3 and 4 stars and would have given them a 3.5 if I could. What saves this new place is the gorgeous renovation (a former student and current resident, I too mourned two story, but that building needed some love) and the amazing cocktail menu. Well crafted drinks and a creative and expansive menu makes their bar competitive with any upscale placein town. Service was friendly, if needing some polishing but had promise. Like other reviewers said the servings are almost laughably small. When we went here for brunch, my quiche was delicious but I think I got four mouthfuls of food. Granted, they do a neat little prix fixed brunch that is fun and a worthwhile idea. They were generous with the lack luster pastries. Maybe comerian? Maybe Sysco? Anything that seemed to come from their kitchen was kind of ridiculously small. Good flavor on the quiche , the panna cotta has too much gelatin and not enough flavor. Both would have been the perfect serving for an American girl doll. There is lots of potential here and I hope they make it work!

I went to The ExPat with my sister one weekend. She decided that she wanted to check this place out because it took reservations (and she was coming to town on a Saturday night). The atmosphere reminds me of a French bistro. It seemed like a mashup between French and American food, like having escargot and a burger as an option. I would only recommend going for special occasions. This is not a place to have dinner every night. It is rather expensive. I paid around 18 dollars for a vegetarian dish that was quite small (and definitely more appropriate for a special occasion). The service was fine. The bar upstairs was nice, but had few drink options. I would only come back for a birthday or a graduation celebration. Also there is parking, which is a plus, because I usually don't find a lot of parking spots in the 5 points area!

Their gin/vodka drink with cocktail onion is transcendent. This was my grandfather's drink, but he used to call it a Gibson. The food and service are also fantastic. We have never had a problem with portion size, as some have mentioned. Both times we've gone home with leftovers. Go here!

Stunned by the switch from French to Italian. Why does Athens need another Italian restaurant at the cost of its only French restaurant? Waitstaff were outstanding. The Italian fare was good, not great. Wine selection was disappointing after expecting French, but finding Italian. Enjoyable evening, but overpriced for Italian in Athens.

The ExPat is a fantastic place to eat! I highly recommend it! The food is really tasty, satisfying and they have a one page menu, not a big book like a lot of restaurants. I think I've tried a lot on the menu (which changes every season) and the Rabbit Ragout is my personal favourite. Oh, and the Sticky Toffee Pudding for dessert is to die for! Damn, I want one now! Their menu of beers, wines and cocktails has its own menu page! If you're an IPA connoisseur, I guaranty your fancy will be tickled, so to speak. The staff are very friendly, professional and courteous, which is a definite plus. Being an Ex Pat myself I highly recommend the ExPat! Go on, spoil yourself!

If you ask me, this place is over rated. 4 of us went there for dinner and out of the 4, 3 of our meals were over cooked. We asked for medium rare and we got medium well, at best! Beyond the over cooked meats, the food was ok. The waitress was very good and very sweet. I wish that they would label the gluten free items on their menu...I have an allergy and it just makes it easier when its marked!

One of the best restaurants in Athens that we were able to eat at. Its definitely worth the stop, by far the most delicious meal we had during our trip

Went to The Expat with a group of 11 exchange students who wanted to experience an upscale Athens restaurant and they all seemed to enjoy what the ordered. I personally had the steak which was perfectly cooked and although the portion was large, the meat was far too savoury to leave on the plate unfinished. They provided a candle for one of the students as it was their birthday just the day prior. I'm glad we made a reservation because by 7:30, the entire place was packed. Great experience and I can't wait to go back again!

We had an excellent meal here . The service was attentive but not overwhelming or annoying. The menu isn't huge but It also wasn't your typical offering for the area. Husband and I both had the strip steak, which was probably the best steak I've had in Athens this year. The seared tuna was delicious as a starter (the olive oil and flake salt took it over the top) as was the local lettuces salad. If I could think of a negative it's that the dining room was loud, which is a minor issue but definitely not a deal breaker. We will definitely be back.

The drinks were good and strong and the ambiance was nice. The food was very mediocre. We ordered 5 small plates and everything was very underwhelming. The people dining on both sides of us also appeared to be unhappy with their food. The service was slow and inattentive. My drink orders were forgotten a few times. 2.5 hours and $175 in, we went afterwards next door to Donna Chang's because I was still hungry and wanted to eat something tasty. The Expat is lacking in bold flavors and great service; hopefully they improve in both with time.