I said I wouldn't be reviewing restaurants, since that is what I use my yelp account for, but I will make the exception for superb restaurants that require a double review.
FIG is located in the Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows on Wilshire and Ocean. But FIG is not a hotel restaurant. Though it is actually in the hotel, it totally stands up for itself. First there is the gorgeous interior, with marble table tops and big comfortable armed dining chairs, the epitome of California Style. The bar houses many wines, knowledgeable bartenders, and a delicious looking tray of cheese. The menu changes faster than the seasons with a careful selection of sustainable local ingredients made into innovative contemporary dishes. The bottom of the menu informs you as to what is currently in season, what ingredients they will be getting soon, and what is going out of season, that way you can imagine what you might try the next time you return!
My favorite was the scarlet quinoa salad with chard, apple, and heirloom carrots. I also had a yummy drink with tequila, pineapple, and strawberry, but I can't recall the name of it. My husband enjoyed the three onion soup which was suuuuuuper cheesy (he loved that part of it) The soup was huge, enough for a meal for some people. We also tried the buffalo mozzarella with hand mashed pesto, tasty, but nothing special, not worth the price. And finally we shared the pastaless lasagna. I highly recommend it. It is also very cheesy (the chef loves his cheese!) and the sweet potatoes, zucchini, and eggplant mixed with the sauce did not make me miss the noodles at all!
Oh, and the bread and butter they bring at the beginning of the meal, don't get me started! It's the most crispy outside with super soft and warm inside served in a cute little FIG paper bag and a big tub of arugula butter. Mmmmm, I HAVE to have more arugula butter!!!
Of course I had dessert. The chocolate pot au creme with fresh berries and little butter cookies on the side. It was good, but next time I will try the churros!
We will be back.
The Grade:
Interior: A-
Wait Staff: A+
Flavor: A
Look of Food: A
Price: B
Overall Score: A-
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