Fico

Situated within East Coast Park, Fico is treated to idyllic views of the sea and expansive turf. Since its launch in 2023, the Pugliese-style restaurant has quickly become a popular choice, recognised for its house-made pasta, focaccina and generous portions of its dishes. Centred on quality produce, the menu encourages communal dining through hearty, shareable plates. Highlights include the burrata di Puglia, a plump ball of burrata nestled on pesto, and fried sage leaves accompanied by a honeyed ricotta. The pasta, of course, is the star of the show. Beyond the ever-popular cacio e pepe served in a pecorino wheel, the mafaldine proves to be something worth shouting about, with wavy edges catching the rich wine-reduced sauce and slow-cooked ossobuco. The beverage list is extensive, focusing on a wide selection of wines, with a free-flow option for those looking to imbibe.