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Counter - Restaurant & Wine Bar


3.5 of 5 stars 35 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Vegetarian
  • Neighborhood: Lower East Side
  • 105 1st Ave, New York City, NY 10003
  • (212) 982-5870
  • Price range: €15-21 ($21-$30)

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2 of 5 stars
ijakopen   18 contributions
Mar 30, 2009

Great vegan and vegetarian options, but all the food we ordered (housemade bakery goods, omlette lorraine, east side burger) lacked flavor. Unfortunately I can cook a better meal with all the ingredients they used. The tables and chairs add a very nice ambience to the place until you get hit by the non matching choice of color palette and paintings... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Feb 16, 2009

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4 of 5 stars
loumcd   36 contributions
usually UK but currently wandering...
Feb 13, 2009

heavenly food - gorgeous pilaf and desserts and lovely waitress in a great location in the east village. recommend you sit away from the front window though as the chairs are very uncomfortable to sit in when dining! also bar woman a bit sullen - cheer up love! more

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3 of 5 stars
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Aug 26, 2008

good vegetarian; upscale more

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3 of 5 stars
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Aug 9, 2008

could be a little less heavy for vegetarian more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jul 27, 2008

Food with a conscience. Great martini list and good wine selection. The Moroccan "Shakshuka" Tangine was memorable. more

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5 of 5 stars
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May 3, 2008

Great spot for vegetarians and non-veggies alike. I love the extensive selection of organic wines and cocktails. The food is great too. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Apr 17, 2008

A little cramped but fabulous FRESH & FLAVORFUL food!!! Lovely organic wines & martinis and excellent attentive service! more

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5 of 5 stars
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Apr 16, 2008

One of the best vegetarian restaurants around. The chef knows her stuff and makes amazing dishes. The martini list is my favorite thing :) Organic liquor and wines. Small, intimate inside, great for dates. And I have to say that after having a difficult experience one Valentine's Day the owner went above and beyond making sure I was satisfied. I... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Mar 8, 2008

I am far from a vegetarian, but this place won me over! more

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Counter - Restaurant & Wine Bar Address

105 1st Ave, New York City, NY 10003
Tel: (212) 982-5870
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.