Casual basement gastropub with Asian-leaning comfort food and strong happy hour; wings and cocktails please many, but noodle dishes and consistency draw repeated complaints—especially for delivery.
The Expat delivers distinctive fusion wings and solid cocktails in a warm basement setting that appeals to regulars and happy-hour seekers. However, inconsistent food quality—with noodle and rice dishes frequently arriving mushy or bland—combined with reliability concerns and service speed issues during busy periods prevent a higher grade. Best suited for those ordering wings or cocktails rather than expecting consistent Asian-fusion execution.
One caveat: Inconsistent execution across visits, especially noodles and rice