One of my absolute favorite restaurants in San Clemente! I love everything about this restaurant... It is situated in a historic building, just south of Palizada. They have both inside and outside dining, but the outside dining is my favorite. When you sit outside you feel like you've been transported to a European village. The trellis is covered with beautiful lilacs, the fireplace is cozy and the church behind the restaurant makes for a beautiful backdrop! Not only is the atmosphere fantastic but I've never had bad service. Tonight we were lucky enough to sit outside next to the fire place. Our waiter came over quickly and took our drink orders and told us the specials. All the dishes are contemporary American cuisine with a European twist...crafted using fresh, vibrant, and locally sourced ingredients. We started with one of the nightly specials, which was Hamachi Crudo, it was excellent! Along with that we tried the Goat Cheese Fondue. Then we moved on to dinner with two of us having the nightly special of Halibut topped with Arugula Salad. Another had the.Braised Short Ribs and the other had the Lamb Ragu Pasta. For dessert with tried the Fig Butter Cake and a Chocolate Pot de Crème... everything was delicious! If you are looking for a delicious meal or a romantic night out, I highly recommend this location! read more

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We started with cocktails-a sweet and tasty lychee libation and a gin martini-which was a tiny serve, barely more than a half glass, 3 sips. We ordered a second, and commented to the waiter but he did not comp the half empty pour, which I think should have happened. For starters we tried the fig salad with pickled sultanas, walnuts with a lovely citrus dressing, We also had a Caesar salad, both were large enough to share and very fresh. The scallops were cooked perfectly but needed more salt and flavor, the roasted vegetables were fresh and flavorful, We also had the beef with purple cabbage and it was delicious. There is a pretty courtyard area with fire pits but we sat inside as it was a little chilly outside. The menu is adequate, I only wish they were open for lunch as I'd love to try the wagyu burger with truffle fries. read more

Cuisine and service worthy of this dog-friendly venue's high Yelp ratings. Our party of four, with dog in tow, was looking for a good meal on our way from Newport Beach to Carlsbad. San Clemente was about halfway in terms of distance, but pragmatically it felt much closer because traffic on Route 5 South began backing up in the middle of Camp Pendleton. I searched Yelp for dog-friendly restaurants in San Clemente and found Fig 313, which allows dogs on its patio. I liked the description: fresh, local ingredients and a fusion of European culinary traditions and American favorites, nestled within a 1927 landmark. When we arrived, we found a beautiful little restaurant and an attractive, comfortable patio complete with old stone, lush plantings, vines, heat lamps, and a fire pit. The staff cheerfully turned on both the lam and fire pit when our California friend said she was cold. This is a constant source of amusement for me, since the temperature was 72 degrees at the time. We shared an appetizer that sounded especially tasty: Goat Cheese Fondue - caramelized shallots, Granny Smith apples, grilled bread It came with apple slices and crostini. The crostini was perfectly toasted and made a great accompaniment to the absolutely delicious goat cheese fondue. The attentive wait staff noticed we had finished the crostini while some fondue remained. When they asked whether we wanted more, we said yes, and soon finished off both the extra crostini and the remaining fondue. For our entrées, we ordered: * Braised Short Rib - boneless, served with braised cabbage, croquette, and apple mustard crème fraîche * Fig Wagyu Burger - Chavrie goat cheese, fig marmalade, arugula with Truffle Fries * Chicken Not Pie - half chicken, semi-boneless, savory bread pudding, velouté sauce, fresh herbs * Lamb Ragu Pasta - slow-braised lamb simmered in a rich tomato and red pepper sauce, topped with garlic lemon yogurt and fresh herbs, served over fresh pasta My lamb ragu was excellent, the rich sauce paired with pasta cooked perfectly al dente. I sampled every dish and found them all nicely executed. I would happily reorder any of them. The truffle fries, which were shared by all, were hot, crunchy, and delicious. The staff was cheerful, highly attentive, and completely on their game. They refilled water glasses multiple times, checked on our meals, and responded immediately to every request. If I lived nearby, Fig 313 would be in regular rotation, they should open a restaurant in Boston or Providence! read more

Fig 313 - Nice patio - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

If happiness had a flavor, I'm pretty sure it tastes like dinner at Fig 313. My wife and I enjoyed an absolutely fantastic evening here. The short rib I ordered was delicious. The service was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, the kind that makes you feel like a regular even on your first visit. We grabbed a spot on the patio, and it turned out to be the perfect. Fig 313 nailed it on all fronts. Highly recommend. read more

Fig 313 - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Fantastic restaurant, great drinks, tasty food. Best in town !! Patio oh my gosh-gorgeous!!!!

I was dying to try this place with my fiance for months but finally ended up going with my girl friends. 1. service is spot on, it is such a quaint little restaurant with limited seating (good) and everyone we interacted with was so friendly. I'd call it a step above casual but you can certainly dress up also. I cannot recall our servers name (he was polish) but he was awesome and recommended some great dishes 2. food - we split two of the filet mignon specials, 2 cesar salads and 2 fries ( girl dinner) everything we had was SO good and i'd honestly come back just for the fries 3. I had the lychee drink and asked them to sub tequila instead and they obliged. the only hiccup was my friends espresso martini was pretty much all milk. everyone else loved their drinks will return! highly recommend read more

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MAZURKA! bartender and I talked about Polish dancing, lots of things regarding countries of origin! Very relatable people very fast service read more

Fig 313 - fire place ambience outdoor patio - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

I've been living in San Clemente for over 6 years and can't believe this was the first time trying FIG313. We arrived late evening and were seated right away. Our server was attentive and gave great recommendations. Bone Marrow App five stars I ordered the chicken entree (I'm usually a steak guy) chicken was amazing, hot, juicy, perfect Highly recommended I WILL be back soon read more

Fig 313 - Amazing Chicken ! - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

We loved the patio area and the ambiance, service was good but not crazy about the food. It was lacking flavor, nothing special to remember and make us go back. read more

Was underwhelmed last time we paid Fig313 a visit. Menu seemed to change (or maybe there are different items for lunch vs dinner) but something about the creativeness of dishes has gone slightly down. Quality is still there, so maybe we'll make another trip out to see if this past visit was just a one-time thing. read more

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We started out late for dinner, walked down Del Mar, didn't really see anything we liked. Drove down South El Camino, but the place we went to see didn't have much of a patio. After we came back to where we were staying, we saw Fig 313. Sometimes what you are looking for is right in front of you! Friendly greeting, and they were not busy, though it was 8 pm. We pretty much had the patio all to ourselves and of course, Cako didn't mind...LOL! They have a very interesting menu, and everything looks delicious! They also have a great wine list! They had a Malbec that I am familiar with and we ordered that. We both started with the fig salad. This was really good! The pickled white raisins were a nice surprise! Love candied walnuts which pair nicely with the bleu cheese. And of course, the figs and apples bring it all together. A great salad! I ordered the special oso bucco. This was really tender and served on a bed of spinach and kale and came with bleu cheese mashed potatoes. One thing that I loved was the marrow from the bone. This was one of those decadent meals that one should treat themselves to every so often. Price was pretty steep but I'm on vacation. Daveed had the tender braised short rib with carrot puree and red cabbage. He thought it was one of the best short ribs he's had in a while. Our server Andrew, was great! Very personable and we had a great discussion about dogs. Cako laid down twice during our meal and only does that when she really likes a place! Definitely worth checking out if you're in the mood to do something special! Cako Approves! read more

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Fig 313 is definitely a gem nestled just a few minutes away from the pier! Quiet, quaint & intimate. We dined in for our anniversary on a Tuesday. The Spanish style ambiance created a cozy yet simplistic setting. All staff were very inviting and attentive. We started with house bread & their signature fig butter-- a light, yet sweet spongy starter. We also got the bone marrow which came with grilled toast to spread on the savory garlicky flavors. The "cherry on top" was the unexpected ice cream gesture to celebrate our anniversary. It's one of those things that most restaurants overlook when you make the reservation, but so meaningful when they take the time to acknowledge such a special occasion. We definitely recommend coming in to enjoy Fig 313, & we look forward to exploring new seasonal items! read more

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Fantastic food fantastic service from Guss and Nick .. food very fresh and great ambience.. will come back thank you! read more

Fig 313 - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

Five stars plus a few more! We absolutely loved our experience at fig 313 tonight . The grilled octopus was delicious . But it was my fig salad with green apples and walnuts that really sealed the deal for me. It was so flavorful with hazelnuts. It was delicious delightful light and bright. I could've eaten an entire bowl of the salad it was that good. We enjoyed the beef bourgaon , linguine and clams all the dishes were delicious. Our waiter, Mike , was just on point for everything such a great experience. I really love the lighting in this restaurant very sexy. They have an incredible outdoor patio which we did not utilize because we were a little chilly. We will be back when it's a little warmer to sit outside because it's so cute inside is equally adorable. Street parking there's some lots. They also have a little space in the adjacent church. Really great food . read more

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I have service animals that fit into a bag, they had no problem accommodating me with this fact. Then the drinks were very good, I had an old fashioned with fig, wish I would have known they had the dark maraschino cherries. The fig was a little hard to eat, didn't add to the drink. For dinner we had the filet with veal au jus, mashed potatoes and fresh carrots. Super delicious, cooked perfectly medium rare. We also had the scallops, which we had put on the side of the sauces and sides. Super well done as well. I'm delighted to have been referred to this restaurant by a friend. We also needed more quiet space and they accommodated it immediately. read more

Fig 313 - Daddy - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

I absolutely love the experience here from Mike our waiter from start to finish this experience has been so amazing. I got the filet mignon (highly recommend) and my husband got the braised ribs and I gotta say mine where better than his I choice for starters we got the olive tapenade and it was great and the final was the must chocolate cake was so delivered I will order again. But let's not forget a shout out to Mike who made this night the best experience ever! This is one of san Clemente's finest restaurants... give it a go. read more

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Beautiful location. We ate outside. Pros: great food, nice seating area with warmers for cool nights, absolutely delicious food--get the house meatballs, and the fig butter cake. Service very friendly as well. Cons: timing off, sat next to noisy kitchen area where they drop off dirty dishes. Great place to visit and recommend it just for food. Note: park at the church and take a short walk over. It'll save you time. read more

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Food was quite delicious. The salmon was cooked to perfection as was the seafood linguine. Server was a little on the snotty side, and weight staff would walk by several times before offering to pick up empty dishes. Ambience is a 10+ . It's a beautiful enclosed patio setting with twinkle lights and lots of greenery as well as a fountain in the back which as a soothing sound. read more

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Restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Reservations recommended for the weekend since the place can get busy. There were some items that had fig in it, so we ordered the olive fig tapenade, fig wagyu burger, and fig old fashion drink. We expected more items to have fig in it because of the restaurant name. Food was delicious and the truffle fries arrived hot with a slight crispy just the way I like them. Everything was great except for the slow service. Note: If you order a cocktail it looked like they made the drinks beforehand, so you don't see them make it fresh. read more

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From the greetings of the hostess to my waiter Andrew. Amazing service. The wait time for food was great. Definitely try the fig burger and the seasonal mocktail! I loved the beautiful intimate garden ambiance. read more

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Place is cute, has a cool vibe, small but impactful and ever changing menu, etc. It has all the qualities for fine dining with amazing service. The waiters were SUPER attentive, constantly filling up our water without being asked, regularly checking up on us, conversational, professional, bright smiles, they seemed happy to work there. The only thing that I dock a star for is the food what pretty okay/good. Not bad, just good. For the price I usually expect phenomenal taste. It was presented beautifully but, idk, the taste was somewhat boring. I really wanted to love it too. A lot of dishes have fig in them and are pretty good we ordered a lot. Bone marrow was delicious (but how can you mess up bone marrow). Great service, great decor, great presentation, 'meh' food. If slightly cheaper maybe I would consider 5* but for the price I expect fine dining tastes. Dessert was amazing. It was a special. Loved it. read more

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Came here for my birthday with a 7pm reservation. We were seated right away and brought waters, but then sat and waited. It took a bit of time before our waitress came for our drink orders, and even longer before we got them... when one was just a glass of wine. We placed our orders and again waited... the salad and bread came out and both were great! The fig butter for the light fluffy bread was a perfect combination and the fig salad was perfectly dressed and a great creative mix of fruit and veggies! At this point we were ready for our mains... again the wait. When our food came I liked the chicken but the risotto was undercooked and kind of dry. I commented to my husband that I make better creamier risotto than this. My husband felt the same about his meal, the meat was good but the pasta was overcooked and he said the sauce didn't have much flavor. We were both a little let down. We skipped on dessert since we weren't sure if it would be good or not, plus at this point we were their almost 2 hrs and were ready to leave. We ended up grabbing thrifty ice cream on our way home to satisfy our sweet tooth. It's a cute place with a nice patio, but maybe just a lunch spot where you enjoy the salad and bread and move on. read more

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I absolutely love everything about this establishment and the chef is amazing. Talk about an experience. I love the lady serving food, she is amazing and always so eloquently dressed. The food is outstanding. Atmosphere so relaxing, comfortable and eloquent. Highly recommend. read more

Dined at 313 Fig for our anniversary. Parking in the church lot across the street on a Friday night was remarkably easy. Had the Goat Cheese Fondue as an appetizer. It was delicious. Ordered the Beeg Bourgogne and the chef special, Iberico Pork Chop. The meat in both was heavily seared, bordering on burnt, so not as flavorful as we expected, but the meals were good, nonetheless. Ordered their Fig Butter Cake for dessert and received a complimentary Caramel Gelato. The Gelato was the star. Outdoor patio was pleasant on a summer evening. A bit noisy at first, but our reservation was later in the evening so it got quieter relatively quickly. Nicholas, our server was pleasant, courteous and attentive. Took a bit to get our initial drinks and appetizer, but we were in no rush. It's pricey but a good choice for a special occasion. read more

What an Amazing Meal all around.. Brussel sprouts Dirty Martini Scallops like a party of flavors in Your mouthBeef Absolutely Wonderful!!! Service was Fabulous and inviting... Go Enjoy an All around Delightful night!!! read more

Fig 313 - Scallops - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

We celebrated a college graduation at Fig 313 and had such a wonderful experience. The Pear Salad and the Salmon entrée were our absolute favorites--both beautifully prepared and full of flavor. We also really enjoyed the Beef Short Ribs, the Sea Bass, and the Chicken Pot Pie. And whatever you do, don't skip the bread and the Brussels sprouts. Everything was delicious and made the celebration feel extra special! read more

Great patio and service. The filet mignon was full with wonderful flavors, as well as their amazing cocktails. Definitely would recommend. Parking available at the church on Estrella. read more

Fig 313 - Fun drinks - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

What a beautiful dining experience we had in the private room. The server Nicholas was outstanding.

I have only dined on their patio, which is a delightful outdoor space complete with twinkle lights and a fire pit. The menu is seasonal. When we were there we tried the seafood pasta, stuffed chicken, short rib and scallops. All entrees were delicious but if I had to pick a favorite- I'd go with short rib. No knife needed for this tender cut! The baked to order brioche loaf with fig butter is like an appetizer and dessert. Served warm and hard to put down. The service was attentive. I look forward to trying their spring menu. read more

it's the most romantic place I've been. it was warm up outside in a cold evening, was very nice! Food is delicious, desert is unbelievable and of course wine, perfect the end of our silver marriage celebration!!! Feel like brûlée is calling my name, coming soon again! Thank you, Nadiya and Igor from Ukraine read more

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We went in for another local try and were pleasantly surprised with Fig 313. We started with a couple waters and the Smoked Fig and we were off and running. It wasn't too too smoky but just the right flavor. Our server didn't an excellent job with breaking out our apps, dinner, and desert. We had the chicken pan dinner as well as the burger. Not to mention, the Brussel sprouts before as an app. One thing to note, it's in the name but you should probably like Figs if you come here. A lot of their plates come with them. The chicken was extremely clean. The burger was cooked to perfection. And I'm a big fry guy, the fries were excellent. We had the blonde for dessert. The bread is very very tasty. The ice cream is a more distinct taste. Overall, this place has great service and some decent meals. The ambiance is a bit off inside with a rogue TV and a small bar area. They could probably kill the bright lights over the bar to give the inside area a bit more of a fine dining setting. Regardless, hope this helps anyone looking to come here. Cheers! read more

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OMG. This place is absolutely amazing. We had a reservation for a 6:00 on dinner on Sunday, and were seated on the beautiful patio. We enjoyed some INCREDIBLE food! The fig and olive tapenade is something I'll be dreaming about, and the fig wagyu burger was a standout. Both dishes had the hearty, yet delicate sweet and savory combination that you would expect from a restaurant that uses figs as one of the primary ingredients. I enjoyed both with a wonderful glass of Malbec, and the service was absolutely perfect. We came down to SC for our baby-moon, and this was honestly the food highlight of our trip. Thanks to Mike for the great service, and I hope anyone visiting puts Fig313 on the MUST-TRY list. read more

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I liked the environment, but the food was a little overpriced and the service was OK.

Was a very nice dinner we had braised ribs, burgers and drinks the nite was relaxing and the everything was so good we had dessert which was very good the ambiance was so relaxing we didn't want to leave so if your looking for a place to dine Fig313 is the place to be thank you for providing a wonderful place to dine and relax.. read more

Fig 313 - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

Exceptional menu with a variety that won't bore you and looks a bit different than the other spots in the area. The atmosphere is super relaxing and the staff so friendly. We were wondering why we've not been here more. That's changing. read more

We went for dinner on 04/13 with a reservation for 7:30 pm slot. The start was a bit bittersweet since we didn't have an order in place till 8:15. However the food was pretty good. For cocktails, the fig Mule is a must have and fig old fashioned was petty good! Thepoached pear salad did not dissapoint. The Chilean sea bass was average and not worth the price and pork belly carbonara pasta was decent. The highlight was the chocolate mousse cake with orange which is to die for! Overall great ambience but I'd rather go for drinks and desserts. Total cost $240 for 2. read more

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Fantastic quality and great service. The fig theme is throughout the menu and ties everything from fig appetizer to fig old-fashioned. All amazing. We are the scallops which were done perfectly and the filet mignon, which was a perfect medium rare as ordered. Fig, butter, cake dessert was innovative and tasty. read more

Fig 313 - Filet mignon and scallops dishes. - New American Near Me - San Clemente, California

Amazing restaurant! mike are server is a fantastic guy! Made our experience all that better! thanks fig for the awesome food. Scallops were to die for! The flower everywhere is so beautiful! read more

The Fig has quickly become our go-to dining spot, and for good reason! From the moment you step inside, the warm ambiance and friendly staff make you feel right at home. One of my absolute favorite dishes here is the salmon. Cooked to perfection, it's always delightful balance of seasoning that enhances the fish without overpowering it. Each bite melts in your mouth, making it a must-try for seafood and salmon lovers. My husband is a fan of the short rib, and he can't stop raving about it! The meat is incredibly tender and with a delicious sauce . It's evident that the chef at The Fig take great care in crafting each plate, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Also they have wonderful cocktails ! read more

Took my family to Fig because of the beautiful Guest Chef dinner my dad and I experienced back in December. This time we and got the meatballs, beef bourguignon, scallops, and salmon dish! Everything was so delicious, staff were kind and attentive, and ambiance was intimate and cozy. Highly recommend! We will be coming back! read more