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    The Expat

    4.3 (84 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Strawberry Bruschetta
    Abbie B.

    I like the food here but the pork chop is where it's at!! It's unfortunately not pictured but trust me. Their menu changes here and there due to seasonality. Service and Ambiance: Service was good but nothing special. I don't care for the interior of the restaurant. The seats are cheap metal chairs and it just has so much more potential on the interior due to the history of the building. Also be prepared to wait in line for the bathroom. Food: Like I said the pork chop was awesome, but they rotate their menu often so when I was there the pork chop sides were some sort of green bean casserole and potatoes. I got the tagliatelle and it was just okay. My mom got the bacon rigatoni carbonara which was good but very meaty in flavor if you like that with large chunks of crispy bacon. As an appetizer we got the strawberry bruschetta but the bread was stale and difficult to cut and chew. Overall: good restaurant but could work on some things. Worth a try.

    Ridhima R.

    Went to The Expat for a date night and it couldn't have been more perfect. We sat outdoors right at sunset and the atmosphere was beautiful. Started with the bread service (so fresh and perfect with the pasta), then had the Crete di Gallo al Funghi, eggplant caponata, and the Ruby Slipper cocktail--all were delicious. The highlight of the night was definitely the tiramisu, hands down the best I've had--so creamy, fresh, and the perfect sweet ending. A wonderful spot for a cozy yet elevated night out.

    squid ink bucatini
    Claire H.

    Came here for my graduation dinner, and thankfully we had a reservation. PSA if you cancel a reservation after the cut off time then you will have to pay $20/person + tax. Anyway, the inside is like a house, but is fully a restaurant. They also seem to change their menus every once in a while. I went ahead and ordered a blood orange spritz, the strawberry bruschetta, and the squid ink bucatini. Everything took a decent amount of time seeing they had to make it fresh. Everything was flavorful, staff was so nice, and the vibes were just everything. I highly recommend this place, especially because they have outdoor seating, but just be cautious of the limited parking spots per usual in Athens.

    "Wild" mushroom bruschetta. False advertisement. These were store bought baby bella mushrooms or a type of button mushroom.
    Gene G.

    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.

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    Patrick R.

    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.

    Steak and potatoes
    Sabina A.

    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!

    Burrata board
    Sam S.

    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

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    Great menu, service was wonderful and a great bar too!! Will definitely be back! Best Tiramisu ever!

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    Just amazing. The duck is to die for. As is the short rib pasta. The service is perfect. I would come back anytime. Thank you so much

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    1 year ago

    Food, service and drinks were excellent. Will definitely return when we come back to Athens

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    2 years ago

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

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    2 years ago

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

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    EVERY meal we have had has been excellent. The friendly atmosphere complements the experience. Our Favorite!

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    2 years ago

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

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    2 years ago

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

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

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    NYC prices with Athens service! Overpriced, lame service and mediocre food…read more Friends took me to this place last night for my birthday. I had already been about four times before and had determined that I was never going back after my last experience. Well, this one was even worse. Maybe some of the worst service ever. The restaurant was half full, and 80% of the clientele were sorority girls. Nothing against them but I remember the first time I went there when it first opened and it was full of townies. We waited literally almost 30 minutes for our drinks. Finally we had to go find a manager. We were told that they were out of one of the liquors so instead of sending one of their lame bartenders over to ask if we had a second choice we sat there for 30 minutes. The food is so overpriced. And honestly? I make better food at home. They have all these cute, nice looking folks serving the food and they're a little matching aprons, but they seriously lack any sense of urgency or attention. Not only will I never go back to this restaurant, I'm going to make sure that all my friends know not to go there. But judging from the current clientele, I think most people have gotten the word that this place is not worth the money. Oh, and at the end of the evening, their valet parking app didn't work. My friend spend a lot of money in restaurants, and as we left they said they would never go back there either. You have been warned!

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    Osteria Olio's bar and lounge seating

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    4.2(73 reviews)
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    At first I was a tad annoyed at the cost, but hey...picking up a kid from UGA and we were splitting…read moreit - she's worth it. But oh man, we have at least 4 meals off of this plate of nachos, so they can have my $24 anytime. This is one of the best plates of nachos I have ever had, and I eat mexican a lot if you look at my reviews. I think they make their chips as they are thicker than most, but have an amazing actual flavor, and the toppings are ABUNDANT. This was carne asada and it was absolutely delish. The bartender greeted us when we walked in, showed us where to order and to pick a seat inside or on the cute little patio. They brought the food out within 10 minutes and we chowed. Others around us had margarita buckets and pitchers of beer, so plenty of options. Someone was raving about a pickle margarita...next trip that is on my list. Super clean, very friendly, great food, and it is labeled vegetarian and gluten free on the menu for those of us who need that info. I will most definitely be back.

    I came to Paloma during a weekend trip to Athens. The outside area with the large screen and…read moremultiple games playing at once is a whole vibe. We ordered a pretty big spread of food including the dip trio, a few tacos, the brisket quesadilla, and some wings. The peach bourbon wings have a great flavor. I actually preferred those to the truffalo. The dip trio was great. The guac was very fresh and creamy. The queso had small chunks of peppers that I liked. I can see the appeal of this place for parents and students alike.

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    Paloma Park - Cool wall art - very comfy place to chill w/great food.

    Cool wall art - very comfy place to chill w/great food.

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    Pb&J margarita

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    The Expat - french - Updated May 2026

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