What to order at FIG

Must order
The fish stew, plus the bone-in pork chop with whatever seasonal sauce is up.
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Book 30 days ahead on Resy at 10:00. Bar seats fill within an hour of opening.
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CuisineLowcountry, Seasonal
Price$$$$
Tasting menu$80-140 a la carte
NeighborhoodDowntown
ChefMike Lata and Jason Stanhope
Book ahead4 weeks
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