Fig@313

Cute and romantic spot right off of El Camino Real in San Clemente. It wasn’t busy for a Friday night and no reservations needed. The staff was friendly and helpful. Had a table by the warm fire-pit. There are lights for a cool night time ambiance. The food is a little pricey. Presentation is beautiful and the service is very good. I ordered the Pear Fondue and it came with 5 slices of bread and the Fig Salad. The salad had a fancy way they served the cheese and dressing. I would recommend this place for a special date night.

This restaurant knows what it’s doing. The chef is clearly creative and gifted for what he does. All food is locally sourced and home made, all the way down to the butter and cheese. I had a surf and turf which is a Filet Mignon and half a lobster with all the trimmings in a delicious buttery cream. Their cocktails were excellent and full of flavor. I recommend the truffle fries with their homemade ketchup and mustard as a side, you won’t regret it. I have to make a huge shout out to our waiter, Chris. He’s clearly a professional and has a profound love for food as well as years of experience in serving. Absolutely cheery, knowledgeable, and made excellent recommendations. He definitely made the night that much more enjoyable. If you decide to spend an evening here (and you really should), make sure you ask for Chris.

They are so clever with complexity of flavor. I am in heaven right now. The staff is so friendly. I have been in a handful of times, and they treat me with an authentic sense of familiarity, which I so appreciate, being new to San Clemente.