For a classic beach town brunch with Mediterranean flair, FIG is your laid-back yet sophisticated spot. Sunday mornings at FIG call for a casual, upscale ambiance with flavorful and locally-sourced food inspired by the Chef's Lebanese childhood. A post-brunch walk on the beach can also be added to the menu since this spot is located at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, steps from the beach in sunny Santa Monica.
Come for the Mediterranean flavor, stay for the beach town.
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Mediterranean Meets California
At FIG, Lebanese Chef Yousef Ghalaini brings Mediterranean flavors to the coast of Santa Monica with an emphasis on wood-fired dishes. Seasonal ingredients are locally sourced from the Santa Monica Farmer's Market. The menu reflects this Mediterranean–meets–Santa Monica menu with brunch dishes such as the Cali Med Burrito and the Baked Egg “Shakshouka," lending a California twist to a traditional dish with mint salsa verde and Allepo chillies. For those craving a classic brunch experience, this menu doesn't leave you out–the Eggs Benedict and Brioche French Toast serve as the usual suspects, though Chef Yousef makes even standard brunch dishes seem extra special. Did we mention the bottomless draft beer and sangria?!
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Charming and Communal With a Hint of LA
FIG's warm and bright ambiance ushers in Sunday morning the lovely way. Their communal tables and wraparound bar stool seating allows for a more casual dining experience. For those looking to celebrate any occasion Mediterranean-style, FIG has a private dining room that seats up to 20. Beach cottage-like vaulted ceilings, industrial light fixtures and overgrown plants remind you that even amongst the hummus and feta dishes, you are still in Los Angeles.
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Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalow
FIG is located at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows on the coast of Santa Monica. Perched atop of the bluffs, this oceanfront hotel takes up an entire city block. With three different guest room options (the Bungalows, the Ocean Tower and the Palisades), Fairmont Miramar provides every type of classic SoCal luxury. After brunch, take a stroll through their Miramar Gardens, marvel at the ocean view on their Sunset Terrace or continue for cocktails at their fashionable Bungalow bar.
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Santa Monica, Santa Monica, Santa Monica
Did we mention the Santa Monica oceanfront location? FIG is walking distance to the promenade, the pier and the beach meaning Sunday morning outings don't have to end at brunch. Take full advantage of one of Los Angeles' popular beach cities after finishing that Cali Med Burrito and those bottomless sangrias. After all, it's SoCal - every brunch should end with a beach walk!
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