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420 West 13th Street
Fig & Olive 1 Brunch Mediterranean Meatpacking District West Village

Olive oil and wine are dominant in this stunning restaurant and bar. Over the years, I had eaten in the uptown Fig & Olives, but had not been to the meatpacking location until I met a friend for lunch recently. Each of the vegetarian dishes that we shared were excellent - various crostinis, the fig salad, zucchini carpaccio and the truffle mushroom croquette. Fish and meat are well represented on the menu, but it is always a thrill for me when I have so many choices as a vegetarian. I cannot say that this is a hidden gem, as it cannot be missed in this trendy area of 13th Street, but I can suggest that if you have not been, it is worth making a reservation for lunch or dinner, or just stopping by for a nice glass of wine.

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