Adjacent to sister stores Sandro and Maje, this restaurant is sure to get traction. Fig & Olive offers Mediterranean cuisine mainly inspired by the South of France. The restaurant is, by far, visually perfect. The décor theme –a wood motif, simple neutral colors, and wine bottles — pairs well with the food served. When you are seated, you are served an olive oil and bread platter, featuring edible rosemary bread squares as well as three different olive oils, all carrying their distinct flavors, which I wholeheartedly appreciated. Overall, the food was presented ever so beautifully, but for the most part, the aesthetics triumphed over taste. It’s akin to meeting absolutely stunning people who are dim-witted or unkind. There is a certain dissonance between the exterior and interior, which is always disappointing. With that said, there were still two that I thoroughly enjoyed… It’s perhaps a matter of ordering the right things on the menu –as this was our first time here, we didn’t really know what to order. If you come here, you MUST try what I put in the “TRY” section 😉 They are there for a reason~
WHAT: Fig & Olive
WHERE: 104 E Oak St, Chicago, IL 60611
TRY: Truffle Risotto, Lavender Crème Brûlée
Truffle Risotto- Now this, my friend, is a work of art. The creaminess melts in your mouth for the ultimate effect. This is far-by the most delicious risotto I have ever eaten :-)
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