When my husband was looking for a date night restaurant, yelp users sealed the deal on his decision to take us to The Flying Fig. Boy, am I grateful!
The Flying Fig was fabulous in every way. It's not quite formal enough for an anniversary or Valentine's day, but not casual enough for an everyday night out- which makes it a perfect first date restaurant or a great night out with friends. The waitstaff was very attentive and answered our questions in a way that wasn't pretentious, despite the fact that some of the items on the menu were a bit obscure.
The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered a steak dish with sides of asparagus and potatoes au gratin. My husband ordered a pork dish wrapped in pancetta. Although I can't recall the details of the sauces, they were all unique, yet not overpowering.
My only complaint is that the decor was lacking a bit. The lighting was nice, but sometimes low lighting is a clever way to hide a dull atmosphere. No worries, though- you can always hop across the street to the wine bar for nicer ambiance.