The Black Fig

American restaurant · Historic Core

The Black Fig

American restaurant · Historic Core

960 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

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Hidden within an architectural school, this cozy café serves up hearty burgers, sandwiches, and delicious coffee that make the search worthwhile.

960 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 Get directions

@onthegrid

"Tucked inside Sci-Arc (the Southern California Institute of Architecture, occupying the former Santa Fe Freight Depot), Black Fig could take some sneakiness to access. Follow a student in (it's legal, don't worry), and head into the school; oogle at the work being produced and end up at what is clearly a favorite spot for students and teachers alike. The owners must be twins, and are up to creating a signature sandwich just for you. Enjoy your covert mission posing as an architecture student with some delicious Lemongrass Mate iced tea (if they have it today)." - verynice

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@onthegrid

"Black Fig, Arts District. Tucked inside Sci-Arc (the Southern California Institute of Architecture, occupying the former Santa Fe Freight Depot), Black Fig could take some sneakiness to access. Follow a student in (it's legal, don't worry), and head into the school; oogle at the work being produced and end up at what is clearly a favorite spot for students and teachers alike. The owners must be twins, and are up to creating a signature sandwich just for you. Enjoy your covert mission posing as an architecture student with some delicious Lemongrass Mate iced tea (if they have it today)."

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Bishop Rouse

Google

I just had the French ham and Swiss, filling and really good actually. It was even better because of the price i paid, unfortunately they have to update the menu and it will no longer be that price, but at least the guy was able to understand and charged me rightfully. I was also pleased with the burgers that came out, judging by my friends insight they were pretty fire. I wanna try their homemade ice cream too.

Sergio Parra

Google

Blown away. The reviews weren't kidding when they said it was a little hard to find, but the Black Fig is inside the Psi-Arc architecture school across the street from the cafes and shops on Santa Fe. Once you find your way inside, ask for directions and they'll point you the right way. The prices are pretty good and they've got a wide variety of options for salads and sandwiches. Their best food however is the burgers. 10/10 would come back if I'm in the area and in the mood for a quick meal.

Sarah Taylor

Google

Great food, great customer service. I found good reviews for this place (here on Yelp - thanks guys!) and wanted to try it so bolted over there right before they closed. I couldn't find it because it's tucked away inside another building and there's not a sign for it outside (as far as I could tell)- so I called them and they had mercy on me and made me a sandwich even though they were practically shut down for the day. Thanks guys! The almond chicken sandwich I got is jam packed with deliciousness- I recommend it!

Quincy Dickerson

Google

I'm obsessed with the black fig!! The chai latte is amazing! I'm vegan and they have soy substitutes. The garden burger is the best I've ever had. Paris works there and called me to give me directions because it's pretty hard to find! He was very helpful and nice

Joe H

Google

The food was amazing and the prices are perfect! My coworkers and I will for sure coming back. I highly recommend it. The place is a little hard to find. Follow google and then up the ramp and go in the double doors. There are no signs outside. Not their fault.

Jason Ortega

Google

HUUUGE burger, my goodness. It was great tasting, fresh, and again, really really big. The service was great, the guys were really friendly. A bit hard to find, but a really great place to go to.

Anthony Alvarez

Google

This place is located inside of SciArc the school for architecture. There is no sign outside letting you know where it is but if you're trying to find it it's there. It's a bit pricey but it is definitely worth the price. Parking is a bit of a hassle.

Gold Tooth

Google

fantastic, had a few burgers to go (black fig, ghost burger) and a side of potato salad, was super tasty, affordable and the guys that own it were friendly and efficient

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Bishop Rouse

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Sergio Parra

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Sarah Taylor

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Quincy Dickerson

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Joe H

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Jason Ortega

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HUUUGE burger, my goodness. It was great tasting, fresh, and again, really really big. The service was great, the guys were really friendly. A bit hard to find, but a really great place to go to.

Anthony Alvarez

Google

Gold Tooth

Google

fantastic, had a few burgers to go (black fig, ghost burger) and a side of potato salad, was super tasty, affordable and the guys that own it were friendly and efficient

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