Fig & Olive at Cowes

Best Known For

Linguine di Mare: housemade seafood mix, cooked in creamy white wine and garlic sauce, served on a bed of linguine, topped with fresh spring onion and Parmesan.

Those seeking seafood and paella in Cowes head along Thompson Avenue to find Fig & Olive restaurant. This Mod Oz eatery with a European twist welcomes guests with an oasis of hanging and potted greenery in an alfresco courtyard creating a relaxing spot for enjoying a glass of wine after spending the day exploring. Indoors, tantalising aromas waft from the wood-fired oven as hungry diners contemplate tempters like mussels in white wine with shallots, or Greek-style barbequed octopus to kick start a memorable meal. Delve into oven-roasted crispy pork belly, roasted rosemary potatoes, vegetables and housemade red wine jus; or share a seafood platter – lobster Mornay, fish, calamari, scallops, oysters, King prawns, char-grilled Moreton Bay bug and octopus, with sides of chips and garden salad.