Top to bottom fabulous. My two roommates and I came here for our seasonal fancy dinner and could not have chosen better. I'm a vegetarian and they both eat meat, so we thought we'd find something for everyone to love. We split the baked brie (amazing) and they shared the my favorite appetzier--sashimi, I think, and they also called it divine. I got the featured salad, which was goat cheese, spinach, and strawberries and it was very refreshing. Entree wise, they split the lamb tangine, which looked super tender, and the filet mignon and that was great too apparently. I got the mediterranean roasted veggies and couscous, and it was awesome! Honestly, it's hard to find good vegetarian food that I can't re-create at home for far cheaper, but even the couscous was flavorful and the portion was huge! Desserts were delightful--the brownie was great, and so was the peach bread pudding (not usually my thing). The creme brulee was just okay. Service was great! Our water glasses were always full, they came out right away to open our wine for us, and the owner (I think) came by to check on us several times. Would DEFINITELY come back here. read more

I've been are several times for lunch and have been pleased each time. The gorgonzola burger, chicken sandwich, and tuna sandwich were all very good. The atmosphere is great. I look forward to trying it for dinner soon. read more

Figs is my hands-down favorite restaurant in Fairmount...and possibly Philadelphia. We've been going there for 12 years and we love everything about it. I've had almost everything on the menu, and the quality and taste is unmatched. My favorite go-to entre is the tuna, which is prepared slightly differently depending on the menu/time of year, but it's always great. The staff is super friendly (hi, Leila!) and the atmosphere is warm and cozy. It's a great date night spot. We're fortunate to have such a great BYO in Fairmount! read more

Found this cozy charmer on Google; picked it because of its proximity to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Was there around Thanksgiving. The host/owner was very attentive and helpful. The tuna nicoise was wonderful, as was the baked Brie. My husband enjoyed the chicken very much. The prices were too reasonable. We'd go back in a heartbeat. read more

Wow great byob Moroccan restaurant, scallop appy was so delish I'll be dreaming of it, I had the grilled curry shrimp, my husband had Greek pasta with shrimp and my daughter had the salmon all perfectly prepared and wonderful. Service was a bit slow but friendly. Will definitely return! read more

This review is from interactions that happened about 3 months ago. My wife and I are not from Philadelphia and were there for a conference. We are both from Los Angeles with great food scene and enjoy fine dining. This location had great reviews on Yelp so we decided to go there for dinner after vising the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Unfortunately, the subsequent interactions with restaurant staff were so disappointing that even 3 months out, I feel the need to write the review (that says a lot for me). Once we arrive at the place, they give us the option to sit inside or out (inside had wait list). We request to sit outside. They tell me I have to pay with cash (which I did not have). The hostess doesn't mention the nearby ATM so while my wife sits out, I run to the nearest bank which was a few blocks away and come back. When I come back (about 20 minutes), my wife is still sitting outside and no one has come to serve us yet. I sit with her a few more minutes and nothing. Frustrated, my wife goes inside to asses. She can't find anyone to assist until she see the owner or manager who was extremely rude (hence the reason for this review). With attitude (and no reason for that attitude), first, she claimed that no one saw us outside (the restaurant sat us there and we were clearly visible, there were other people dining outside). Then she gets more aggressive, as if we are to blame for not being seen outside. The response (all we expected to hear) was "why don't you sit outside and we'll send someone right away". The final response was a shrug of shoulder and making a face saying if we're not happy then we should leave! We left (We went to A Mano with great service). FYI. This was also our Anniversary dinner so way to go FIGs! read more

A friend and I were making a sojourn to Philly the release part of a great band (Arrah and the Ferns), so we thought we'd make a day of it and grab a meal before we drank too many Whiskey Gingers. She, using the magical power of yelp, found Figs. Let's go. The Atmosphere is charming though not terribly formal. The restaurant is a large rectangle with collections of two people tables that are rearranged for different group sizes (maximum occupancy 30 people). There's silver molding on the ceiling with burnt orange walls and enameled green tiles on the ground. I've had Moroccan food before (though it had been a number of years), but I must say, I was surprised at how subtle the food was. Figs is about relaxed elegance. Nothing I ate the entire time was aggressive or particularly demanding of my taste buds, though it was delicious. Much use of spices like lavender and coriander that bring out unique flavors Easily, my favorite part of the meal was the Soup of the Day, a tomato and cucumber Gazpacho. It was like a horiatiki (Greek Village Salad) is soup form. The gazpacho's broth was light and clear (much like the juice left after a horiatiki salad) with large chunks of cucumber and diced red onion and red pepper in it. It had a mellow acidity that I found pleasurable. My friend, for her appetizer, ordered the Baked Brie in Clay Pot. They clay pot is lacquered and fairly shallow, however, the brie is flavored with honey, lavender and toasted almonds so I didn't find I need more than a bit of those strong flavors. My friend was gaga over the lavender, but I was more impressed how the honey incorporated with the brie. The honey caused the brie to congeal a bit without making it difficult to spread like normal brie. The combination of sweetness paired with the crunch of the unsalted almonds made me think that this appetizer may be better suited as a desert. Also served with the appetizers was a white bean dip with Baguette. The dip was flavored with curry and coriander that left a floral heat dangling from the tongue for a few minutes after it was eaten. After we finished our appetizers, kindly couple gave us a half-finished bottle of wine as they were leaving, aTerraza des los Andes Reserva Malbec 2007. (Remember: this is a BYOB restaurant) and while it was deliciously robust, it didn't pair well with our meal. I had the "Angel Hair Pasta Greek Style wth Spinach, Feta, Roasted Roma Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives and Garlic Infused Olive Oil." I decided to pass on adding either chicken or shrimp, but I found this dish filling if not satisfying. I expected this dish to be robust looking at the ingredients list, but was surprised at how restrained it was. The Angel hair pasta was a respectable al dente and were thick enough that they didn't come off weak. The feta was imported and wasn't crumbly, salty or briny like most domestic. The Roma tomatoes had been roasted with garlic, olive oil and parsley, giving them the consistency of stewed tomatoes but with more structure. The Kalamatas had an appropriate zip, though they were cut into small pieces, the spinach was fresh and the subtle flavor of the garlic in the olive oil made this dish appropriate for a relaxed summer meal. However, there were two downsides to this meal. It was a bitch trying to incorporate the toppings into the pasta. This dish was served with the feta, tomatoes, spinach and olives served on top the pasta, which I thought was for presentation. However, when I tried to mix everything together, the toppings would not penetrate the dense waves of angel hair! This made it so my bites ended up being either pasta or topping. The second problem was that I wasn't particularly satisfied by this dish. Everything about this dish was nice but not particularly robust. I was full afterwards but I wished for something a bit more savory or perhaps playful, instead of the restrained delicacy. My companion ordered Roasted Beet and Haricot Verts Salad with Aged Fig Balsamic Vinaigrette and Goat Cheese. She seemed sent to the mood after eating this salad. I tried a bite, and honestly, it seemed fine, though I have no comment on it. Figs had a pretty routine selection of deserts (brownies, ice cream, cannolis). We decided to try the Moraccan hot green tea (flavored with mint and sugar). Like the rest of the meal with was relax and delicious. You'll notice that I use the adjective 'relaxed' multiple times during this review. I think that's the best way to describe Figs' food. It thoughtfully compiled, though not particularly demanding. I would say that this is a great meal for a low-pressure date or if you don't want the conversation to get about a comfortable whisper. read more

Very cute and quaint place with great food! I highly recommend the Brie appetizer and the dead stuffed sole (although the sole was slightly on harder side) but still very good. And very nice and attentive service! Highly recommend the place! read more

Was in Philly for a few days and decided to come here for lunch before visiting the Museum of Art. There wasn't any other diners in there but we decided to give it a try. We ordered three dishes from the appetizers. The Tapas plate with Baba Ganoush, Fish Salad and Tzaziki was delicious. The Fish salad is definitely something you should try; it is extremely flavorful and the Tzaziki was probably the best I've ever had. We also ordered the Goat cheese lasagna and the Lavender honey Brie pot; both were something different and unique from the dishes I usually order. The flavors blended together extremely well and the presentation was really nice. The prices were affordable and the restaurant itself was clean. If I was in Philly longer, I would definitely come back to try their dinner menu! read more

This place is so tasty and very reasonably priced! We loved our eggs brunch here...delicious! I highly recommend it for brunch if you're near the Art Museum or in Fairmount. read more

Quite disappointing. On the plus side, this is an intimate, charming quiet, BYOB restaurant in an interesting neighborhood just blocks from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. We were greeted warmly and the service had a genuine, homey feeling. However, the menu should have been a warning: In what part of Morocco do they serve lasagna, risotto, mashed potatoes, or cannoli? The staff all seemed to be Middle Eastern, but apparently don't care to share their native cuisine with their clientele. The bread they served was ice cold. I am puzzled by the average 4 star reviews and rather annoyed to have chosen the restaurant on that basis. read more

I live 2 blocks from the place and have been a few times; definitely recommended. Dinner is the meal you go for. Brunch is average at best. The menu has very tasteful options and everyone I dined with really enjoyed their food. I had a seafood medley bit in a curry. Much better than I expected. Brother had the tuna which was prepared rare and tasted fresh. Shrimp dish was good. Sorry, not the best review. It was a few months back that I went but I remember being very impressed and looking forward to going back, if that helps read more

We had a delicious brunch here on Easter Sunday. My sons live near this restaurant and have been wanting to try it. We enjoyed everything we ordered, from the omelette to the Moroccan eggs. We brought champagne for mimosas(byob) and had a great time. Prices are very reasonable, especially for Philly, and the service was great. We will absolutely go here again. Be aware it is cash only!! read more

Little gem in the Art Museum area. Moroccan in decor and influence. Four of us enjoyed outstanding meals. Eggplant lasagna appetizer was great. Tuna in coconut curry was amazing. It's a small space so don't look for quiet and spread out. Love the artwork and decor. BYOB and cash only. read more

We went here right before an Art After 5 event at the Art Museum and enjoyed a light dinner. It was SO hot outside, we didn't want to eat too much, so we ordered some salads and apps. I really like the baby greens with walnuts, gorgonzola and just the right amount of lemon-y vinaigrette. My partner had a salad with Romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, and some Caesar dressing. This is one of those salads where the Romaine leaves come out whole, so it looks fancy, but it's just a bother to make it that much smaller to eat. Still tasty, though. We shared the pepper crusted scallop, which sat on this bed of yellow peppers, we think. Whatever they were, it was very good. Just enough spice to be flavorful, but not too much where I couldn't enjoy my other food. We also shared the Mediterranean tapas plate, which I asked for the baba ghanoush, hummus, and tzatiki. Their flatbread came out warm and toasted, just the way I like it. I should have done a bit of research b/c I didn't know it was CASH ONLY, luckily there was an ATM nearby. Oops! The cost is reasonable, the staff, is very pleasant, and the decor is lovely. I especially like the huge front doors and the light fixtures. I've never been to Morocco, but I feel like dining there brought me much closer. read more

In short, best BYOB in fairmount. I had a special the 3rd time in... Stuffed salmon with vanilla risotto and a sour glaze. Cooked perfectly, I didn't want it to end, so I ate it very very slowly..... Drove my family crazy. read more

My conclusion is that the food was delicious (when it's Moroccan-inspired, how could it not be?), especially when sharing many plates with friends, but since it is by the Art Museum, they have the right to charge higher prices than a usual restaurant located in, say, West Philadelphia. read more

My family and I had brunch at Figs this weekend. Our first impression of the place was just as some of the other reviewers mentioned... service is slow. It took around 10 minutes just to get menus. It's a small place with just one person who both seats everyone and waits on everyone. Taking that into consideration and the fact that the woman holding it down out front was so nice, we were too bothered by it. I had the quiche, my husband had the Moroccan eggs and our young daughter had the buttermilk pancakes. All of us enjoyed our food and finished all of it. Prices are reasonable and don't forget they take cash only. I'm really looking forward to going back during lunch to try the non-brunch menu. read more

Went for lunch and the menu was fine. Had the crabs benedict. It was reasonably priced, but the crab was nothing to write home about. Plus, portions were small -- I felt a bit hungry after and I am a fairly light eater. Also, this place is cash only, which is a definite minus in my book. read more

I've never had a bad meal here. Took my parents last night and they both loved it. Get the mussels, smoked salmon flatbread, and the duck entree. Service is no-frills but the owners are always kind and even when they're packed, I've never waited longer than 15 minutes for entrees. read more

This place has the best salmon I've had in Philadelphia: cooked perfectly and seasoned just right. as the other reviewer mentioned, the brie is a must order, and the service could not have been friendlier. The only minor complaint is that it is a bit pricey, but it really is worth it. read more

I came here for brunch on a Sunday afternoon. I was surprised at how cheap it is for how much food you get. I got a make-your-own omelette with goat cheese, tomatoes, and spinach. It was delicious. The coffee was good as well. As others have mentioned, it is cash only so keep that in mind. I'm excited to go back for dinner some time. read more

I had dinner again last night at Figs. I have been going there for years and needed to finally give them the credit they deserve! This BYO has the best, most consistently awesome food in Fairmount! The Tuna is pefect...every single time I order it. The portions are large (I usually get a lunch or a late night snack) and the prices are very reasonable. Brunch is also amazing! GO! read more

This is easily one of the best meals I have had in Philadelphia and I have been to MANY places. It is tucked away on a side street in fairmount and the food is amazing. The lavender Brie is out of this world. They do a killer brunch as well. I have never had a bad meal here and the food is great quality. Finally, it is a BYOB!!! read more

Love this place. Went there for the first time last night and had the scallop appetizer, eggplant appetizer, and shrimp entree. Everything was seasoned perfectly and came out in a timely manner. The waitstaff was friendly and accommodating and at no time did we feel rushed, despite the fact that it was a busy Saturday night. The apple dessert was amazing as well. Highly recommend. read more

Fig is great - my wife and I eat there about 4-5 times per year. Small menu (one of the indicators that a restaurant is good in my opinion), BYO, great appetizers, great entrees, great desserts, inexpensive for the quality of food --- bring cash though, no cards accepted, i've had to run to the atm a few times. read more

There was only one waiter (who I believe is the owner) and service suffered as a result. There is also an 18% gratuity for groups and accordingly he seamed more concerned with the smaller parties. The food was okay but certainly not worth dealing with a cash only establishment that has mediocre service. read more

Figs is a very nice BYOB restaurant to dine in before visiting the Philadelphia Museum of Art on one of those lazy Sunday mornings. You can't beat the proximity - a half a block from the museum. It's a small place but the food is excellent and reasonably priced. The staff and owner are friendly and go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. I recommend their crab benedict. read more

Fantastic BYO in Fairmount. House Salad comes with goat cheese, best entrees include (not limited to) the Tuna, Salmon, Lamb- the specials are often a variation on the salmon, and great as well. The first time I was here, they had a pistachio encrusted salmon - one of the best meals I have ever had. Many of the dishes come with mashed potatoes which are the best as well. Some of the flavor combos might sound questionable when reading the menu, but all come together perfectly. Dessert- the creme brulee is a must, the ice creams are nice too. We got an apple cobbler once which did not disappoint. The staff is always friendly and helpful. No need for a sweater in the warmer months, generally they rely on leaving the door open for a breeze. Usually starts off quiet and then when the larger groups start getting close to the bottom of their wine bottles it gets a little noisy-not in a bad way though. We come here often and will keep going back. Yes, cash only! Highly recommended! read more

The food was simple and delicious. I had the Moroccan Eggs and they were tasty. I'll be back.

Had dinner here last night, beautiful food, there were 4 of us and the meat eaters found it very difficult to decide. Love their Capri salad. Service was good, there was await for our table which is understandable. Definitely try to come back here. read more

Figs is my favorite restaurant. Delicious food and wonderful, friendly service. I live nearby, and everyone I have ever brought to Figs has enjoyed their meal. The Sesame Crusted Salmon and the Grilled King Shrimp are my favorite dinner entrees. Their salads are always fresh and delicious. And I love the baked brie appetizer with lavender, honey, and almonds. You can't go wrong for brunch, either - great meals and delicious coffee. I also love the warm, cozy atmosphere. read more

It was by far the worst experience we have had and we have lived in the city for years and eat out atleast 4 times a week. Very mediocre food. Service was HORRIBLE. And to top it all of when we were about to pay they decided to tell us then that they only accept cash..mind you we had made reservations the day before, spoke to someone the day before and then again the day of confirming the party of 6 and no one decided to inform us that they will take only cash. They made us run around in the cold trying to find an arm..It was a waste of $200 and not to mention that they decided to tag on a $30 gratuity...simply horrible. Would not recommend. Don't waste your money or time. read more

Delicious. A bit of a weird mix of foods... middle eastern and then a few menu items that didn't seem to quite fit but everything we had was delicious. The jumbo shrimp entree was incredible. Nice small neighborhood ambience. read more

I went because of the raves about delicious brunch and because I live only a block away. Spotty service for sure this time around. I've been here for lunch during the week and the server was much more attentive so I will chalk it up to the Sunday brunch rush. I will always subtract a star for never getting water or coffee refilled if I am sitting there for an hour. When I ordered and I asked for my homefries to be "well done" the waiter was taken aback and said "they are always well done." After receiving my plate I realized that their home fries are more of a soft potato mush like they were boiled and then cooked on the griddle just to keep them warm. The salmon and cream cheese omelet was good but I wish that there was a more even egg to filling ratio. I would have settled for a smaller omelet if it meant that there was more filling and less egg. My dining companions were also disappointed by the potatoes and that a small glass of grapefruit from concentrate was $2.50. Although I am not a coffee connoisseur and will drink diesel fuel to wake up in the morning- my friends found the coffee sub-par. I would say I was "whelmed" by Figs. read more

A great small cozy corner brunch spot. The service is excellent and the food is plentiful with decent pricing. The Moroccan tea is one of my personal favorites. read more

Consistently good lunches and weird dinners - not sure why. Maybe a different chef? I work nearby and continue to go for good lunches. The dollar value is good, but remember to bring cash! read more

Based on the reviews we really expected more. I am generally a pretty good cook but have no extensive background in Moroccan food. Felt like I could have improved on most things... We had the dips which were equal to or not quite as good as standard grocery dips. Flat bread was not crispy and seemed very uninspired. Had to cut it with a fork since it was soft. Making homemade dough is something I can do in 5 minutes in my kitchenaid mixer, would make it much crispier and authentic. Throw a litter sour cream into pizza dough. Works well in this case. The couscous was overcooked and kinda bland, lamb shank was cooked perfectly but could have used some moroccan seasoning, mint yogurt sauce, pomegrante seeds, something to spice it up and make it unique. We were just a bit underwhelmed. I like to support neighborhood spots but they can do better. Waitress was nice, and generally good vibe otherwise. read more

This is a fabulous weekend brunch spot. I truly recommend anything on the brunch menu, as it's all fantastic. Also try the mint tea, sweet. It's like heaven in a little tin pot. Cash only, and the space is cramped, but if you can get past that it's a gem. read more

The service is downright horrible. I've been to Figs twice and the service was not great the first time and it was just blatantly awful on Friday night. I was told it was a 10 minute wait for 2 over the phone, made the reservation, and ended up waiting 30 minutes with a table open for 4 staring at us the entire time. The waiting period was brutal since the restaurant is small with no real waiting area and the place was packed. The male server seemed annoyed that we were awkwardly maneuvering around him and the tables and made that clear with his service to us. Once we finally sat, he said nothing to us, opened our wine, left and came back saying "You ready??" No hello, no sorry for the wait, nothing. I'm not asking for special treatment... just good old courtesy would have been nice. We ordered the baked brie, salmon pizza, apple walnut salad, and seafood risotto all of which were good, but the food was overshadowed by the service. After receiving our check and trying to finish our wine, awful waiter comes back and barks to us "We need to close the check. We are closing." It was 10:40, people were still eating, and they close at 11. He sucks. I will not be coming back. read more