Went to Fig Tree Cafe after visiting Getty Villa for the beach views and delicious food! We were super hungry so we had whatever we were craving at the time and ended it with a delicious and sweet dessert. Service was great even though it was busy when we visited around 2pm but we got our food right away and had leftovers. Parking ($31) :/ for 2hrs, but you can enjoy a meal and then take a walk around Venice if you would like to! FEATURING-- *Ceviche *Beach Burger *Avocado Chicken Melt *Fig Tree Sunday read more

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Great customer service !! I ordered the breakfast burrito (not pictured), indigo bloom smoothie, and plantain/coconut pancake. Although it was a little pricey (it's Venice what do we expect) everything was pretty good. The breakfast burrito was a little bit on the smaller portion 7/10 only because it was small and not enough chorizo! They even brought out some habanero and chipotle sauce with it as well. The smoothie was also on the smaller portion but very refreshing 8/10! pancakes were a very big portion (I recommend sharing this one) and were a 10/10! Finally the ambiance was great. The aesthetics were beautiful and nicely curated down to the plates. Place looks like it gets busy as it was busy even during the weekday went. I'd recommend doing reservations! 4 stars because the price and the portions don't add up but overall great place ! read more

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The vibe and the view of Venice beach is great. You can sit outside and people-watch. I ordered the wrong thing, melons and prosciutto. It seemed like the grocery store bought melon and cured meat. I wouldn't recommend ordering that. However, my espresso martini was delicious ($18) and the patrons near me seemed to enjoy their food (oysters, fish cakes, salads). read more

Food: 4 Service: 2 at best Our waiter was nice and attentive on a busy Saturday afternoon. Did not have a positive experience in terms of customer service. According to RESY "We will hold your table for 15 minutes." I called the restaurant and explained that we were running behind due to parking. After arriving about 5 minutes late, FIG TREE explained "If you're late and it is busy, we give your table away". read more

Worst experience coming here . They prepared our food so fast the noodles came out hard . Dont suggest this place at all . Rate 0 out of 10

Good food and location. The ocean breeze and the outdoor seating are a perfect setting for a nice brunch! We got reservations for 6 people in the morning on the day of, which was surprising but fortuitous. We got seated in a little nook which was ideal as we could be away from the crowd and our dog had space to move around in the shade without bothering others. The picnic table setting added to the vacay-mode. We got the mint mate, shaken matchata and the purple rain smoothie to drink. The mint mate was good as was the purple rain smoothie. The shaken matchata was very powdery and the matcha did not feel shaken enough. They also added some cinnamon on top I think which added to the powdery feeling. I did not like it even though I love a good matcha drink. For food, we got the ceviche and marisco's fritos as appetizers which were both very very good, the Fritos edged the ceviche out slightly. The calamari in the Fritos was very light, not too oily and delicious with the chimichuri. There were a few fried sardines that were delicious! The ceviche had rockfish which was great. All in all, we loved both. For mains, we got the shrimp rolls, avocado chicken melt and the strozzapreti pasta main. Everyone liked their entrees. The shrimp rolls were fairly big and teeming with fresh shrimp. They were accompanied by fish eggs, which are WAY to salty for me. The pasta was decent. It had a homemade Indian pasta feel to it. The plates were big enough for us to get pretty full. We had to go to the beach for a walk after. It is pricey considering the location. But I think worth it for a special brunch. read more

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I love the vibe of this place! Such a lovely way of starting your day. I've been here multiple times and will just keep coming! I remember one time we tried to order early dinner and even though it was a Monday they run out almost everything but even then I didn't make it a problem. It is not a fancy restaurant but definitely a chill, casual dine in which I like probably end up going over and over. read more

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Last night, was a pop up restaurant version within with a French Moroccan theme. Which was unusual and cool. They listed on the menu a variety of clay pot dishes which are delicious always, under any circumstance. Being half Asian, the clay pot is a thing I know well. And as usual the more exotic a food, the better. I had a vege clay pot dish, with lots of cumin and it's was delicious. There was a healthy amount of potatoes and you can never go wrong with potatoes sprinkled in cumin. The restaurant was crowded with a heavy wait time but if you take yr pretty buns to the bar there's always a space. And the full menu is also avail at the bar as well. After I peeped the online menu, they sent a text to keep in touch and grab a free pastry another day. That's an elegant touch. Enjoyed the vibes and all the fig leaves. And delicious plates, all I wish was that they had vege burger substitutions on the menu as well. read more

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We went this weekend for my friends birthday. Service 4/5 - was a bit slow, our server was a blonde girl - she was really nice and attentive but seemed like she had a lotttt of tables to handle We had a bday cake & they were nice enough to hold it for us, bring it and out and said they'll cut it for us. It took about 30 minutes for them to bring the cake back out which we thought was weird cause they coulda just gave us a knife to cut it ourselves. Nice gesture but took too long. Ambiance 5/5 - was nice and cute. Def nice to have brunch near the beach. You can find parking on the street about two blocks away or pay for parking which we paid $30 right next to the restaurant. Food I rate 2/5. I ordered the avocado toast with salmon and egg on top. At first it came with out the egg and I asked are you sure the eggs in here and they said yes it's under the salmon, but I looked through it and it was not. I was hungry, so I still ate and they were nice enough to just bring me a whole new one with the egg on top. I was hoping with the Ig on top it would taste a lot better. It did taste better with the egg, but the toast in general was not that great maybe it's my taste bud but my friend also tried it and didn't like it. We think it's the seed or the toast of the bread and the chili oil added in it to. It it looked really good in pictures but probably my least favorite avocado toast I've ever had. My other friend ate the last image I posted and it was bland too. No one ate the tortilla wrap because they said it was too hard. Two friends enjoyed the Chilaquiles but no one really seemed amazed by the food. I probably wouldn't come here again. Service people were nice & ambiance but food was just not good to me read more

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Fig tree Friday is the best not-so-hidden-secret, secret in Venice! Friday morning from 7-9 they do half off breakfast! Come here for the best steak and eggs read more

Food is always flavorful and delicious! The view from the patio is a must, it can be a little chilly though from the ocean breeze. Service is top notch, try the brunch, you won't regret it! read more

Ceviche and Pasta A La Mar, was all so yummy! It was a busy Sunday lunch hour but food was served in a timely manner. Great waitstaff. Super cool Ambiance and Baja Sur aesthetics:) I'd just like to say if you are going to come to the Venice Boardwalk to enjoy a meal....anticipate that the crowd and it's surroundings might be uhhhhhhh UNIQUE. Lol the comment below from earlier today about the rehab facility next door was actually the driving force to come check out this spot! read more

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I was in LA for a few days with a group of 16 students. I wanted to find a place where we could sit by the beach but thought it would be hard to get a reservation for that many people. The owner of Fig Tree responded to me right away and welcomed us to dine there for our preferred date and time. I requested outdoor seating and they were able to accommodate us. The restaurant is on the boardwalk, which means there is a great view of the beach and Venice life in general. The students (and I) loved it! The inside looked beautiful too, but I'm glad we got to sit outside. By the way, we took Lyft/Uber rides to the restaurant. I can't even imagine how hard it would be to find parking in this area, just FYI. Our server was kind, patient, and knowledgeable. The food was just as you would expect for a nice beachside restaurant in LA - fresh, unique, delicious!! I wish I could go back there all the time. It was such a great experience and I would highly recommend it. read more

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We hosted our holiday party at Fig Tree and they nailed it! Great food and service, incredible ambience. I think we'll make it a tradition.

Ocean view!! Outdoor seating! Tasty food with interesting menu! The restaurant is on a slight incline, so you could see the ocean on almost every seat at the outdoor patio. So thankful. (But the tables were wobbly because it's an incline. My friend suggested to get tables with adjustable legs. Trust her, she's an architect.) We had ceviche and scallop and salmon tostadas. Seafood tastes fresher when you're looking at the ocean. Scallop Tostada was my favorite -- it was SO fresh. The scallop was really high quality -- like it had that slight chew which is actually hard to come by with scallop sashimi. ALSO WOW GET THE CHURROS!! They're really different than typical churros. Fig Tree's is more airy, light, delicate -- it's like if an eclair was fried. Eat with the chocolate and a cup of latte, wowowow. What's the catch? Parking. The recommended "1 ave rose" parking was $18 on a Saturday lunch. Pray for street parking blessin, or just make it a fun beach day after to make use of the parking! (2nd time coming, I found a $10 public parking lot next to CVS, a closer 3ish min walk from Fig Tree!) (** EDIT: Just visited again, and they don't serve Scallop Tostada anymore. PLEASE BRING THE SCALLOPS BACK!! It was the BEST scallops I've had. )) read more

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This was an ok Saturday afternoon stop by the beach. It was more our vibe than a lot of the more intense crowded places nearby. You can make a reservation on Google or walk-in; the line seems long but they actually have many tables available (at least in early May on a Saturday afternoon). We enjoyed some sun and the nice plants on the patio. They seemed somewhat overwhelmed and the hostess was only at the stand about 50% of the time; our waiter was kind but clearly had too many tables. Still, it's a good place to grab a carafe of rosé on a sunny afternoon, especially if you have time to kill. The nachos were good (delicious pickled cauliflower!) but served in a tiny bowl. The Rosé was pretty but a bit vinegary and only saved by the environment. I was somewhat shocked by the bill at the end of the meal, although they were very clear that 18% tip is included and anything else is additional. Overall, okay place to spend a few hours if you're in the area, but I'm not eager to come back anytime soon. read more

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Santa Monica bougie comes to Venice. Service was great. Food is only average, but perfectly fine. Prices are normal for LA beach front restaurants. It gets packed on the weekends. Seating area is a little tightly grouped together, so expect to listen in on other patron's conversations. My complaint is nothing Fig Tree can control, but being on the Venice boardwalk has a few issues that some people might not want to deal with. Homeless and drug users who will either scream at you or make you feel the economic inequality. Street performers, which is fine, except if they play their music too loud and or it's music you do not like. With Fig Tree having mostly patio seating, you cannot stop or lower the volume level of the street performers. Finally, it's dirty on the boardwalk, so you'll sometimes get a whiff of urine, dog poo that wasn't picked up, or trash that attracts flies. Almost my entire meal there were a few flies circling my table constantly. None of my criticisms has anything to do with the quality of Fig Tree, I'm just addressing the surrounding area that can play a big factor in your dining experience here. It did for me. read more

First and foremost.... It's NOT what it used to be 5yrs ago!! My husband and I ate here allllll the time pre-pandemic.. we literally ordered the same thing every time!! Avocado chicken melt. But THIS time no option for a Cesar salad substitute? LAME!!!! The Cesar salad with the homemade croutons and dressing WAS TO DIE FOR!! It Complimented the avocado Chicken melt sandwich. Instead we got a basic green salad with random salad dressing (green) . I generally eat my whole sandwich, but this time around I wasn't impressed. read more

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DONT COME HERE AND EXPECT GOOD SERVICE. Miserable hostess, Terrible service. It takes 15 minutes for them to come by and get you water. After that another 10 for them to come and grab your order. NEVER COMING HERE AGAIN. read more

Great ambience right on the beach. Really enjoyed an early/light dinner with my boyfriend at Figtree the other day. We shared some appetizers and drinks while people watching. The wine selection was delicious, and the staff was knowledgeable and helpful with recommendations. Also very nice and attentive during our visit. Only thing is that portions are a bit small for the price but you're also beachfront so I don't expect much different. Recommend for a light bite or brunch with friends on a sunny day :) read more

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Came here on a Saturday for brunch and it was so yummy and so fun. We made a reservation that morning for 11 am and called to move it to 12 and the staff were so accommodating, even when we were late to the 12 pm reservation. This place is beautiful and the breakfast burrito was great too. My friends got the huevos rancheros and the avocado toast which were great as well. The avo toast had some spicy sauce so be warned. The only thing is parking which is hard to find and also expensive. read more

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We came on a Saturday for brunch. It happened to be around 11:30am, when lunch starts so we actually got to try both the breakfast and lunch menus :) Food and drinks// They used a QR code menu- which was super convenient. We had the seafood pasta (forgot the name) which was really good and flavorful. Also it had a lot of seafood in it. We also had the fish fajita, which was also unique and tasty (it came with tortillas) and the plantain and coconut pancakes which was really good as well (healthy tasting and fluffy). For drinks, I had the hibiscus julep, which was good but too light and watery for my liking. My friend had the latte which she really liked ("on the good coffee side"). Great service and great view Overall we had a great time here. Recommend! PS. Reservation is required and they charge a $15/person for cancellation/ late fee- understandable but quite high lol. It stressed us out big time that day but luckily we made it on time lol. Gotta be aware of their reservation policy. read more

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We found this place as we are walking on the beach and we love it . The food taste amazing their ingredients are from local sources and small farms so the taste is fresh and vibrant flavors Service is really good The ambiance couldn't be better you are seating looking at the sea , or in a cozy full of beautiful foliage and plants that make you feel refresh read more

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Perfect spot right next to Venice Beach. Found this nice spot thanks to Yelp. We decide to try it out based on great reviews on their burgers, but ultimately decided to try their tostadas and chicken sandwich. Both items were delicious. The service was great, and the place had a peaceful vibe. I would definitely recommend this place to have lunch or dinner. read more

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I saw Fig Tree cafe after looking for a restaurant in Venice. It didn't have rave reviews but the ambience looked nice, so I picked it as a restaurant to go with my husband on a Friday night. The reservation was easy to make on Resy. The service and the food were both good. The ambience is relaxing and pleasant and has a laid-back Europeanness to it. My husband got the burger which was good. I had the prawns, which were simply cooked. We also had the beets for an appetizer, which were simple but delicious. While we liked the food, I didn't think the restaurant was anything remarkable. read more

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Went on a Sunday night around 5. Seated immediately next to a heater upon my wife's request, and our service was nice and quick. They made us two off menu cocktails (probably the best amaretto sour I've ever had) and my steak was really great. My wife had the smash burger and loved the sauce they put on it. We can't wait to come back one day read more

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Excellent spot for a cozy beachside night! My boyfriend and I did an 8:00 dinner here tonight and it was just fabulous. I loved being here later in the night because the rush was over and the night at the beach vibes were great! We had the Summer Tomatoes, meatballs, Pappardelle Tinto, and a side of bread. The pappardelle was so tasty and filling, I had to take some home. The clams and mussels were perfectly cooked. Our side of bread was possibly my favorite part of the meal! Soooo delicious! Service was a little slow but we didn't mind having a slow paced night. Would definitely come again! read more

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Very cute ambiance. Quick and friendly service. Food was good. Husband said "fancy breakfast". So not Dennys crap I'd that's what you're looking for. We did Venice beach parking lot and walked a minute. Huevos, chocolate croissant, orange juice, latte and breakfast burrito delish. Wasn't a fan of their orange jam. read more

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Quick recap: -          Food: Average -          Portion size: Small -          Service: Table service -          Environment: Cool -          $: High -          Perks: Nice Patio More details: Let me preface by saying that this might be more of a brunch spot. We went there for dinner. And, although the place has a cool vibe, it was pricey and left me hungry. We had the following things and the quantities were super small for all: Grilled acorn squash ($12), arugula salad ($16), grilled broccolini ($12), 2 Tostadas del jardin ($5 each) and chips and guac ($10). Overall? When you pay $60 pre-tax for an appetizer (cannot possibly think that people would be full after what we had ordered) and without including drinks, it is a bit disappointing. I would recommend going there for brunch then. Prices might be a bit more average. read more

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Beachy cafe by the Boardwalk with brunch. Came here on a Saturday around noon with a couple of friends, and we had made an online reservation in advance (there's a cancellation fee if you charge with less than 24 hours notice). Indoor and outdoor seating is available. It's a dog-friendly patio. Single occupant gender neutral restrooms are available inside. Prices are on the higher side given the portions but it's Venice. I got the salmon toast which came with cream cheese and veggies (no sides). The Amazon smoothie is pretty good. My friend got the burrito but asked to make it vegetarian, so they charged $2 more to include mushrooms instead of meat. They do have gluten-free options. read more

TLDR; Awesome aesthetic, super friendly staff, quick service, and delicious food. On first glance, you may think that Fig Tree Venice is just another overpriced California brunch trap, but this place totally deserves the hype. It definitely gets busy, so I highly recommend making a reservation, which is linked in their IG bio. Makes everything easier, and you get seated immediately! They do reserve a few tables for walk-ins, but the table are small and grey, and...definitely different. We ordered: Gravlox & Egg Toast: This was my FAVORITE. The toast is the best breakfast toast I've had in LA - yes! I went there! The toast itself is LOADED - slathered with thick thick cream cheese, topped generously with smoked salmon, egg, chives, capers, red onions, etc. The flavors were SO good. I could not get enough! Definitely order this!! Mom's Granola & Strauss Yogurt: This was presented in such a beautiful way! It was larger than I had imagined, and I loved the flavor combos of the mint, the tart pomegranates, and the sweet granola. Churros & Chocolate: A hefty portion, they provided 6 sticks, freshly made and still hot! The slightly bitter chocolate dip combined with the sugar + salt on the churro was so good! (+1 on the salt! Really brought out the flavors). The churro texture is different, thicker of a crunch, but airier in the middle. Almost like a fried biscotti LOL. Really really good. I also ordered a Matcha Latte with Oat Milk, and it was soooo good. Very creamy and thick on the matcha. Just perfect. Our server was delightful, and so so nice. Everything came out really fast, and we had a wonderful time. The tough part about dining in Venice is the parking - we parked in a lot a 10 min walk away. read more

This spot is more about the vibe than about having a great dinner. Maybe breakfast or a drink at the bar would be the move here, but it's not really the best choice if you're looking for a nice meal. First, they were pretty much out of everything. It became like a joke - we'd order something and the server would glance at his little machine. "Nope, we're out of that." Maybe don't give us menus, just tell us what the kitchen can and will provide. The seafood pasta was pretty mid (why so many olives?). The rosemary fries lacked rosemary and arrived fairly cold. When we got to dessert, we were considering 3 different items. Naturally, when our server responded with "We don't have the first 2," that made our choice easier. The vibe is a little chaotic right on the boardwalk, but the olive trees provide some privacy. They're a dog-friendly patio, so we brought the pup and then took a stroll to the water after dinner. Street parking only, and can be a real blood sport so plan ahead and be patient. read more

The thought of this place was cute, I see the vibe they're going for but then they lost me with the dirty and stinky bathrooms.. no toilet paper in all three of them. I had to wait.. then my food came with no flavor at all :( my pasta noodles were still hard.. the servers were very nice and kind . 3 stars to them! But the menu needs a little work :/ read more

On the advice of a coworker, we chose Fig Tree to host a small (30-person) event to commemorate the end of a 4-day seminar for a visiting group of producers from Japan. It was a great success! Perfect nighttime beach vibes with great food and atmosphere. Also quite reasonably priced for a private beachside room and open bar. They were very flexible and accommodating. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a warm, inviting restaurant venue, and I definitely intend to go back for the dining experience. read more

Was at the beach for a photo shoot so looked for a nice breakfast spot. Found Fig Tree and the location is outstanding. Right on the broadwalk so we decided to grab the Coconut-Plantain pancakes for my grandson and the chilaquiles for myself. Both well prepared and very tasty. I was prepared for premium prices and didn't really mind until the check came. Maybe I'm not that sophisticated but I thought tipping was a gesture of appreciation, not obligation? In addition the the "Health" service charge I was surprised that an 18% tip had been added to the bill. Even though our service was fair to medium, no problems as the sun was out, the breeze was cool and it was not a deal-killer, may have even given more? Then I noticed on the bill as well as the credit card reader once staff handed it to me for signing, it suggested an ADDITIONAL tip!!!! What???? Anyway, so much for our Friday excursion. Fig Tree is a nice place to grab a nice meal and I am sure they justify their practices .......but??????? read more

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I usually try to find something redeeming but this place was just not it and it is only conveniently located on Venice beach. Came in around 4pm on a weekday. They didn't offer their happy hour menu until asked and even then it is quite limited. We tried the agave flight and then the ceviche and mariscos fritos from hh. The flight was strong and I was sad bc they didn't really go over it or anything or teach us how to taste it accordingly. Service on that was not great but otherwise they cleared plates quickly didn't come around too often. The ceviche was ok, literally just the fish and some peppers. Sadly it also had a hair in the fish that was really gross. The mariscos was actually pretty good tho and that was about it. read more

Just recently had a private event in their event space next to the restaurant for 25 people, was perfect! Food and drink were great, but the service was exceptional. Thank you Fig Tree Staff for hosting our company! read more

The service and the food are fabulous. We went during a weekday. The ambiance is pretty casual. I can't wait to go back.

What a wonderful place to find! We loved the view, covered patio was beautiful, and great service! The food and margaritas were delicious. Would definitely recommend if you are looking to be entertained by people watching in Venice Beach while having a nice lunch! read more

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Me and my partner came upon this lovely cafe while walking through Venice beach. We actually tried it twice, first time during their breakfast hours & the second during their dinner hours. The service was great, our servers would come every couple minutes to check on us and pick up with what we were done already with. The food was incredible, I loved the plantains in the breakfast dish, the burger was juicy and the croissant was f*cking great! I specially love that the restaurant wasn't for crowded both time we went. Totally going back with others to try! read more

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