Fig is an OG of the Charleston foodie scene and a bar for which all others are judged. Went nearly a decade ago and remember nothing. Not sure how much has changed but doesn’t matter. Worth going! Started with the Tom tini a martini made with tomatoes which sounds odd and it serves bright pink. Ultra smooth, and the tomato effect ads an Umami quality. starters the ricotta gnocchi and the tomato tarte. Both if these items we were referred by multiple people and the server. The gnocchi is cloud like light and fluffy, yet rich. Indulgent. The tomato tarte tastes nothing of how it looks. Its incredibly savory and smooth. The puff pastry underneath delivers an oh so satisfying crunch. Mains Floun...
The hostess at the door looked more confused than a cat at a dog show. I don't know if she was trying to solve a Rubik's Cube or what, but I could’ve gone back home and learned how to cook before she seated us. The crowd? The crowd was a mix btwn a retirement home talent show and finance Patagonia conference. One table is suits talking mergers and acquisitions, and two tables over, there's a lady pullin' out her knitting needles. It was like dinner and bingo night all in one! The food was good, but I felt like I was caught between a TED Talk and a Matlock marathon. If you're into that kinda thing, then baby, this is your spot. Next time, I'll bring a business card and bingo ticket.
Ambiance is very nice. An electric feeling, while not too loud. The food is good. Not great. Worth going once, check it off. Service is lacking for the price point. The skillet okra is great. The “mashed” potatoes are whipped. Nothing special. They have a consistency of elevated instant potatoes. Enjoy the visit but don’t expect to be blown away. It’s good and that’s about it.
First time here, super friendly, and knows staff. Great food!!! Great drinks!!! Beware the bathrooms are very dark! But a great place to get some great food. The music was pretty bad. I don't know who was back that at closing time picking it. A simple Frank Sinatra would've sufficed. Music adds a lot or takes away from the atmosphere. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner
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During my quick visit the Charleston, I was on the hunt for oysters served in a very unique way. FIG exceeded my expectations with their Broiled Steamboat Creek Oysters. Words cannot explain this small plate. Highly recommend if you have the pleasure of meeting the bartender, Ian, you are in for a treat for true southern hospitality.
Excellent service and food. This place is a classic Charleston restaurant for a reason. Highly recommended to start off with the gnocchi as an appetizer...they were so light and pillowy.
We had a great meal at FIG. The service was outstanding. Definitely someplace I would go back to when in Charleston. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4
Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Chocolate Budino
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Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $50–100 Recommended dishes: Chicken Liver Pâté, Tomato Tarte Tatin
This place was everything we were hoping it was going to be.
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