Finally, we're finding places in Charlotte we love. It's official- I love Fig Tree. It's very quaint (a cute house) and the service is top-notch. While they were very busy, it's organized as such where you don't feel you're in a crowded restaurant or too close to the other tables. Very intimate setting, little fireplace, lovely bar, beautiful stairway leading to the restrooms upstairs.
Make a reservation- we did. We arrived early and were seated at promptly 8:45, our reservation time. Our server was very sweet and knowledgeable, explaining the menu and some of the signature dishes. The bread was divine and went perfectly with the escargot appetizer we ordered, accompanied with mushrooms and a gorgonzola/ garlic sauce. He encouraged us to dip our bread in the sauce, which we did- and oh boy. Heaven in your mouth.
I ordered the ahi special (he said it was one of the finest cuts he had seen in a very, very long time) and it was also delicious. It came with a risotto and everything was cooked to perfection.
I really love The Fig Tree and am excited to find such a charming spot in Charlotte.