What to order at FIG

Must order
The fish stew with house-cut potatoes and aioli; rotates by season.
Signature dishes
Fish stew, Ricotta gnocchi with pork ragu
Editor tip
Book 30 days ahead on Resy. Bar seats are first-come Booking recommended for weekends.
CuisineLowcountry, Seasonal
Price$$$$
NeighborhoodDowntown
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Charleston: Downtown Culinary Walking Tour★ 4.9 (132)
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Charleston: Downtown Culinary Walking Tour

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Charleston: Historic Downtown Food Tour★ 4.7 (67)
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Guided tour · 2h 30m

Charleston: Historic Downtown Food Tour

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Location

Address: 232 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401

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OrderThe shrimp and grits with stone-ground grits and house kielbasa, on the menu since the 90s.

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