Best SM Happy Hour

If you are interested in a happy hour that offers high quality cuisine, head to FIG AT FIVE at FIG Santa Monica restaurant located in the Fairmont Miramar hotel. In addition to incredible food, enjoy the rich history of the hotel as well as its grounds. CLICK HERE to read my review of FIG Santa Monica.

*Moreton Bay Fig Tree in front of FIG Santa Monica; photo by Kathy Leonardo; courtesy of ETG*

Best SM Happy Hour

When one enters the Fairmont Miramar grounds, there is no way to miss the historic Moreton Bay Fig Tree. It is the second largest tree of its kind in all of California (according to Fairmont’s website).

The hotel planted this legendary tree over one hundred and forty years ago. It stands over eighty feet tall. In 1976 by the Santa Monica Landmark’s Commission deemed the the tree a historic landmark. If you would like additional info about its history, see my review (link is above).

Kaluga Caviar; photo by Kathy Leonardo; courtesy of ETG

What I love most about the FIG AT FIVE deal, is that the ENTIRE menu is ½ off from 5-6pm. Check the website, as it has changed. Now it is five days (as of May 2024). When I dined there a couple years. back, I enjoyed the Kaluga Caviar half off (above), along with some amazing entrees, pastas, and salads.

Other happy hours around town offer a select group of appetizers, and diners are forced to order several menu items. Many times the appetizers are unhealthy as well, fried food, as well as tiny portions. The half off deal includes cocktails, beer and also wine – literally everything on the menu. This is just another reason why FIG Santa Monica’s happy hour is so extraordinary. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu, so the options will change. It’s a great opportunity to try new dishes. Celebrate the farm to table style of cooking with the freshest of ingredients.

Amazing Pasta

*Corn Agnolotti; photo by Richard Bilow; courtesy of ETG*

The pastas are fantastic…such as the Corn Agnolotti (pine nuts basil and watercress) – see photo above. Or choose between a Maine Lobster Rigatoni (Matt’s mushrooms, Bloomsdale spinach, tarragon, fennel and lobster jus), Lamb Bolognese (pappardelle pasta, Drake Farm’s goat milk feta and mint). If you are a truffle lover, like me, there is a separate section on the menu featuring truffle pasta dishes. Also, you can even choose if you would like white or black truffles (price varies). Cacio e Pepe (cavatelli, balck pepper and pecorino), Mac ‘N’ Cheese (Comte fondue and chives). I am a huge fan of the Hand Rolled Capellini Pasta (Oregon chanterelles and chives) – photo below.

Hand Rolled Capellini Pasta with White Truffles; photo by Kathy Leonardo; courtesy of ETG

FIG AT FIVE runs every day from 5-6pm. Also remember to always check the website prior to arriving, as the menu is updated seasonally. Prices and special offers may vary.

FIG Santa Monica is located in the Fairmont Miramar Hotel at 101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, 90401; http://www.figsantamonica.com/ https://www.fairmont.com/santa-monica/

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