Fig & Olive Restaurant Opens At Fashion Island In Newport Beach.

January 5th, 2014 Leave a comment Go to comments

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At the Fig & Olive Restaurant in Newport Beach — I’ve finally arrived.

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I have wanted to eat there for some time and now don’t need to travel far.

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It’s in Newport Beach at Fashion Island — I believe it occupies Coco’s former location.

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Nibbles of Tidbits was fortunately invited to its Grand Opening Party.

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All was grander than expected — Its size, style, crowd and continuous appetizers.

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As shown throughout, we tried a fair sampling of many.

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Indoor/outdoor patio with fireplace (above) before it filled with people.

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I don’t recall all we ate, but pictured above is the Zucchini Carpaccio — See MENU.

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The hallway leading to the restrooms is filled with fresh Herbs, candles, vases and books.

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The Grand Opening Party was complete with models on platforms throughout.

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We were well positioned by the kitchen to receive the first right of refusal on appetizers.

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None were refused, all were well liked and some loved.

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The Truffle Mushroom Croquette (above) was a favorite of the evening.

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Crostinis are popular at the Fig & Olive Restaurant.

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I especially liked the Goat Cheese, Caramelized Onion and Chive Crostini.

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The large space got crowded, which made it harder to jockey for a good food position.

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We ultimately tried all pictured herein — For their complete MENU, see here.

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We’d like to go back for more Crostinis & Crudo to enjoy at our leisure

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Lunch starts in Newport Beach on January 6th and Brunch on January 11th, 2014.

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The Fig & Olive Restaurant is in several spots in New York, in Los Angeles and now nearby.

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Nice cars adorned the entry leading to a red carpet — I was underdressed, but treated well.

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Fig & Olive Ingredients and Design — It’s about passion for the best Olive Oils, flavors and cuisine from the Riviera and Coastal Regions of the South of France, Italy & Spain and their elegant, warm design with limestone stucco walls, terra-cotta ceiling, green Rosemary and Olive trees exude the essence of the Mediterranean (they say).  I like it!

Categories: Appetizers (Tapas), Food Expose, Food News, Food Pictures & More, French Food, Local Events, Orange County (OC) Reviews, Restaurant Menu Links, RESTAURANT REVIEWS
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