So this place would have gotten 4 or 5 stars, if not for the horrific service at the end of the meal. We came with a big group, many in Charlottesville for the first time and was trying to show them the Corner and a great brunch restaurant. The food was very good - I did really like the Farmer, a take on Heuvos Rancheros and others enjoyed their food as well. The portions are plenty filling, but not huge. The bloody mary's weren't great, so I would opt for a mimosa or no drink if I came again. Be careful here of the service, especially if you want to split bills. We had a group of over 10, and the waitress would not split our bill. That's fine, although I live in a city that always splits bills, so when servers refuse, I know it's not a capability issue, but purely a server laziness issue. Case in point - this waitress at Fig was willing to let us write in amounts for each card, so the hard work fell on us rather than her. All of this would be fine, except when she ran different groups' cards, she messed up everything we noted so drinks/food, etc. were on different people's bills. SO frustrating when we meticulously had to split it for her AND she wasn't even apologetic about it. I am a UVA alum and love Charlottesville more than life, but will NOT be back here anytime soon if that's the service you can expect. read more

Discovered this place while walking from Boylan to Graduates. Decided to stop by for dinner and tried their appetizers (looks a bit like pan fried dumpling), and the crab cake pesto special. read more

Fig - Southern Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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We had the opportunity to try Fig for dinner. We typically don't head to the Corner while the students are in town, but felt adventurous. We are able to park in the parking garage on Wertland, north of Main Street. One of the features that drew us to Fig was the happy hour to 6pm. They have $2 drafts and margaritas. We arrived around 5:40 and were seated quickly. **Side note; I originally went to Open Table to make a reservation and they only had two time slots listed, 4:15 and 4:30pm. My wife went to their website and they had a time slot at 5:45. There were plenty of seats available throughout our dinner and afterwards.** My wife ordered the special which was a Pesto Penne topped with a Crab Cake. It was just ok, bland for my taste. I ordered the Jambalaya which was much better. The andouille was very flavorful. The shrimp were large, but seemed a little off. Not sure if it was a freshness thing or just my taste buds. They had a small but adequate tap list. We wanted to make sure and take advantage. We asked if we could order two now, and then put two in at HH price to have later. We were told that was fine, imagine our surprise when we ended up with 4 beers on the table. Overall the meal was fine, but nothing to write home about. Charlottesville has so many options, I would rather explore them next time. read more

Fig - Jambalaya - Southern Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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I came here with a friend during my several weeks at UVA! It's a really cute restaurant, with a rustic and cozy feel. I ordered the Almond Crusted Chicken And really enjoyed it. The outside was crispy and actually tasted of almonds, the inside juicy and tender, a perfect combo! Fig Bistro's a nice place to grab lunch and have good conversation after class. Parking can be a little tough as it is in the corner. If you're lucky you might be able to find street parking, but if not, there's a parking you can pay for at a lot behind the store. read more

Brunch bandits came and they served. Our waitress let me pop a bottle and i was thrilled. The food came out in about 5 minutes and i almost cried because last time i was brunching it took an hour. Overall come here or you don't know how to brunch. #howtobrunch #bandits read more

Fig - The bandits - Southern Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Great items on the menu! For vegan/vegetarian options I prefer breakfast/brunch menu over dinner. The tofu scramble is awesome, and so are the Oreo pancakes. We love getting the mimosas for brunch read more

I went here for brunch on a Sunday for the first time. I had a group of six and we made a reservation for 12:30. However, we had to wait almost 30 minutes for a table despite our reservation. In addition, we ended up waiting 30-45 minutes for all of our food to come out which was much longer than expected. Honestly, the food was just okay -- not really worth the wait. The service was a little slow for the restaurant only being half full, however the waiter was really nice. Overall, I probably wouldn't go back. read more

Horrible customer service. Tried to call to inquire about their processes for dealing with allergies and was given a simple "yes" (not answering my question at all) and was hung up on. Called back and asked to speak with a manager and apparently the manager was the one that hung up before and was completely unapologetic. Asked the same question again and was just dismissed and rudely told to just go look it up on their website. Unbelievably rude customer service. Lost my business. read more

My husband and I tried to go here for brunch today because I really wanted to try their oreo pancakes and mimosas. Their brunch hours state they're open from 10-2. We got there at 1pm. The waitress told me the kitchen is closed and to come back at five. Who the f%#$ wants to wait three hours for food? I went to Pigeon Hole a few blocks away and got a good brunch there instead. If your kitchen closed already, don't advertise your brunch hours to be between 10-2 on your website, and on the menu right outside of your building. There's nothing worse than being hungry and pissed off at the same time. Addition: I wrote a concern on their Facebook wall about this, and they deleted it. I guess they don't give a rat's tail about what people think about their business. read more

I would give no stars If I could Made a reservation a day in advance for 2:00 pm on a Thursday afternoon and we got there at 2:02pm the receptionist told us they were closed. I explained to him our 2:00 reservation, and he just said the reservation system might have a problem and he'll be sure to have it fixed. He had say that without even apologized to us. So we left, and will spend our money somewhere else. Will never go back!!!!! read more

I've visited a couple different times - during Happy Hour after work, with a group dinner, with a group lunch. Each time, the food has felt average and a bit overpriced, but I can appreciate the drink specials, convenience in location and slightly upscale ambiance in contrast to the rest of The Corner. I've ordered the bacon-wrapped dates more than once just because those are just one of my all-time fav apps anywhere. Sometimes, they come out just as I prefer with the crispy bacon, sweet/chewy date, creamy/melty goat cheese and crunch of almond in the center. Other times (like my most recent experience), the bacon was slightly burnt. The price for them is quite a rip-off, considering there are only three total (yes, it's $3 per bacon-wrapped date), and because it's an odd number, it's always awkward to have to split. In the end, I should probably stop ordering them if/when I return. Other dishes I've had like the Pesto Salmon Salad and the Cajun Burger have also had some slightly overdone/dry proteins. (At least they're all cooked through.) And the quality of ingredients is fresh, especially notable with the salad and bread. I know they also tout themselves on the pierogies, which as someone who has a Polish mother-in-law who makes them from scratch every holiday, they tasted a slight notch better than the frozen grocery store chain of Mrs. T's. I'm just picky about wanting thin dough consistency, and I'm also a bit of a purist with what you pair as a condiment on top (sour cream and perhaps some onion). read more

Got the Cajun one eyed burger which looked good from the outside but was actually completely raw. The burger meat was falling apart because of it not being cooked at all. read more

Fig is a gem. I had the walnut crusted chicken, and it was amazing! Chef also gave us this wonderful free dessert. I will definitely come back! read more

Fig - Southern Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

This place was delicious and cute. Nice cozy atmosphere - feels kind of woodsy but classy. I had a delicious vegan scramble. Coffee with soy milk hit the spot. My friend had the Crab cake Grits Benny, which was great. Though I think the grits could have been a bit tastier. read more

To be completely honest, the best part of the brunch was the conversation. The food, service, and ambiance were all equally awful. My $9 egg on avocado was not at all remotely fulling and my coffee had grounds. In addition, the presentation of the food was sloppy and waiters were not very attentive. I was very disappointed with the overall experience and will not likely to heading back any time soon. My recommendation... go to Pigeon Hole. read more

The good: friendly staff, yummy biscuits The bad: cold overdone eggs, soggy bacon, gross bathrooms read more

Best restaurant in Charlottesville! Very friendly staff and owners. You have to try the chefs penne!!

Worst bacon I've ever had. Cute quirky location but super disappointed with the food quality.

I don't like to give less than 4/5 stars unless I've tried a place multiple times. Fig came highly recommended and the food and restaurant looked great. Then we all had our meals and were just kinda... meh about it. Maybe I'll check back in a few months. We're still on the hunt for our next permanent brunch spot. read more

It was really just "okay". Nothing exciting or overwhelming. Service was slow and lacked knowledge about the menu and ingredients. Added on 20% gratuity for a large party. Menu lacked grain free options or low sugar options. Cocktails were inconsistent in color and taste from one drink to the next. read more

Great French toast amazing mimosa special highly recommended! Very neat and cozy place

Excellent service and food! We were seated right away and food came out quickly. The bloody marys and mimosas are a great deal! Would highly recommend. read more

What a wonderful dinner I had! I started with the delicious mussels and I had the grilled lamb chops. Everyone in my party enjoyed their meals and drinks. But the best part of the experience is Anya (owner) and her staff. The attention they paid to us was so gracious. I loved everyone. Please, check them out. You won't be disappointed. I am hoping to go there for lunch this week. read more

We ended up here on Graduation Day. Food and service were great! Incredible place. We hope to visit again! read more

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Omg so good, so cheap. I had the which came first which was delicious and my husband had the eggs Benedict special with steak and avocado-- also amazing! The home Fries had a little kick and some great rosemary flavor. We were a group of ten with a little baby for brunch and they seated us in a great long table and alllfja loved the food and the service which was attentive. He answered all our questions and had great rapport and made a few accommodations for us too. Would definitely come back here if in town again!!! read more

Brunch here is great- haven't tried the rest of the menu! The almond strawberry pancakes are delicious and we even got a small plate of fruit after as compliments of the chef! :) read more

Fig - Southern Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Hi, I was there during restaurant week with three friends. Unfortunately, we walked away not very impressed and mostly hungry. I thought I would write to you here rather than on Yelp where it could do irreparable harm. I lived in Louisiana for several years and know what jambalaya should be like. There should be huge slices of andouille sausage, large shrimp, and chunks of vegetables and chicken in a thick spicy sauce. Your Jambalaya was none of those. Small cheap shrimp, tiny bits ot andouille sausage and chicken and bits of everything else in a runny bland broth. Seriously, did yours come from a can? If you Google Jambalaya images you'll see exactly what it should look like. In fact, all of the cajun/creole dishes served at our table were far below par. It is very obvious that your chef has not been trained in creole cooking and even though he is also part owner perhaps you need to hire someone appropriately trained or give it up for something he knows. But since your last restaurant failed I'm sure the problem goes deeper. Also, the slanted bar top is not funny or kitchy. I don't know of anyone who wants a drink to slide off the bar top and soak them right before dinner let alone anytime. Just fix it. Cheap ingredients, small portions, and bland food will just get you another failed restaurant. read more

Fig Bistro.......huge disappointment My husband and I went to this restaurant on a Saturday night a few weeks ago. Yes it's been a few weeks but the experience is still fresh. I heard about this restaurant though C-ville Weekly with their lists of great dishes to eat in Charlottesville. I'm a big fan of Cajun cuisine and I've had the real deal in Louisiana multiple times so I know what to expect. Those expectations were not met. The place is dark and while that may seem for a "romantic" atmosphere, it wasn't. It was hard to read the menu and it's just a piece of paper. I could print off the menu. Not off to a good start. The server was nice and prompt. She offered the wine list but we went with rum and coke. This isn't a drinks review, folks. Now for the food. We ordered the Cajun Calamari Frites appetizer. The flavor was there, it was light and crispy. Very well seasoned and came with a garnish of fresh tomato on top. The calamari was all tentacle and no rings. It was also clumped together so I had to cut it apart to have bite size pieces. Have you ever tried to eat a huge chunk of calamari with the breading going everywhere and the tentacles going in all directions? Because I have at this place. We then ordered the entrees. My husband ordered the Jambalaya and I ordered the New Orleans Creole Chicken Gumbo. My husband's entrée was great. In fact, we had to switch because the Gumbo was so spicy. Did I mention the Gumbo came without the protein? Yes, it was missing chicken. Was the chef off their game that they didn't realize it was missing a key ingredient? For dessert, we ordered the bread pudding (can't remember the name) It was very dense and dry. Overall a huge disappointment. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. It is relatively new so maybe they haven't gotten out of their rut. Still, there are better places to eat in Charlottesville. read more

Food was decent. Pork was overcooked. Drinks were watered down. Sexy atmosphere. I wouldn't invest in the restaurant but Austin is a dynamo. He made the experience for us. He's very good. Ok restaurant. Excellent service. read more

Update!!! Started about two hours after eating here & feeling so so sick. Service and staff were really great! It was disappointing to discover that FIG brunch is not as vegan friendly as they advertise. Vegan is in the headline of the website. BUT there is one main course option that is vegan. The tofu scramble is atypical - imagine chopped fresh veggies and unpressed cubed medium firm tofu in a brothy sauce. I also got the cajun potatoes (without cheese), the gluten free toast, and half an avocado... for 26 dollars. I hope that they'll consider adding more options. read more

My family and I visited Charlottesville and dined at fig. Our dinner was lovely. Very cute place. I had pierogis and basil fettuccine both dishes were super tasty. We also stopped by for Brunch and it was amazing. read more

Got it for delivery from Grubhub. The cheese platter was very disappointing as was my salad, which had big chunks of raw onion and blocks if unseasoned tofu. My boyfriend liked his pasta. read more

My two stars are for the drinks. Very nice fig cocktails. But I can't say anything positive about any of the food. The pierogies were rock hard, salty, and super hot. Clearly microwaved. Tasted like bad tv dinner. Bread pudding was also super hot and clearly microwaved. I had one bite. It was one bite too many. At least it wasn't pricey, because otherwise I would have asked for a complete refund (minus the drinks, those were tasty). read more

Dined here during restaurant week. Food was just ok, my drink was weak and for some reason there was a 20% surcharge added to our check for a group of 3... the menu stated groups of 6 or more. There are better choices in C'ville ! read more

My niece, her friend and I swung by for lunch here on a Friday afternoon. The owner (?) was warm and friendly. Our waitress was super sweet too. I ordered the pesto salmon salad and it was to-die-for. Light but filling. The portions are generous, to say the least. The atmosphere is lovely and I feel like we could have happily spent all afternoon here. The brunch looked killer, but there was a long wait, so we passed. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Charlottesville! read more

The website is promising but the food and service do not live up. Our server was not as informed as she could have been, if at all. She was unfamiliar with cocktail names and liquor brands (as was the bartender). We ordered burgers and was told there was no mustard in house... how can you not have mustard? It's a pretty crucial ingredient in a lot of scratch made recipes. Burger itself was ok, under-seasoned and a little over cooked. The french fries need work. We both ordered drinks that arrived without ice. Very bizarre. I am guessing we were just dealing with undereducated staff. The place has a lot of potential, but after this I will not eat here again. read more

I've tried this restaurant multiple times (4-5) and given lots of dishes a shot. Even before going to New Orleans, I really did not like this place. Now that I've been, I dislike it even more. Things aren't cooked well, they're not served in an appetizing manner. I will say the service is attentive and fast. This was one of the bigger disappointments near the Corner, as everyone was hopeful it'd really diversify the options. read more

Definitely affordable but flavorless food. I ordered the shrimp and grits and my friend ordered the crabcake with risotto. We both determined the base of our dishes were incredibly bland. My grits were microwaved and lumpy. The shrimp was cooked perfectly. There was no Cajun flair and I had one slice of sausage in my bowl. I used some hot sauce on the table to add some flavor. I probably won't go back for food but the wine was good and our waiter was great. read more

Excellent fresh food options. The omelets were excellent and the service was on point. Recommend the fresh squeezed orange juice as well.

The smallest portion I have ever seen in my entire life for the vegans out there--extremely disappointing.