South Lamar, Austin ยท restaurant
Dark walls, black leather banquettes, and sculptural light fixtures give Fig an unmistakably modern feel before the food even arrives. The menu starts in Italy and happily wanders elsewhere. Tempura-fried scallops with house-cured caviar, Japanese eggplant in red curry broth, and cobia crudo with chili crisp and hibiscus vinegar all make appearances. Save room for dessert: the chocolate ice-box pie with caramelized white chocolate gelato is the dish people remember on the drive home.
Fresh cobia with chili crisp, blood orange, cilantro, and hibiscus vinegar.
Handmade pasta ribbons with rich gamey lamb neck ragu, fennel, and pistachio
Large buttery tempura-fried scallops with house-cured caviar for a briny pop