Flatbush Counter

Happily surprised at how great the food is. Saw this place open last year and now has a steady traffic of people. Ordered online and food came at a decent time, well packed. Miso Salmon bowl: healthy and pretty amount of food. Fresh veg & love the squash. The salmon is overly marinated for my taste but still good Crispy Chicken: omg! So good & generous slab of friend chicken breast. Highly recommend! Great value and one of the better chicken sandwiches I’ve tried. Will order again. Sweet potato fries: I liked that they wrapped this in brown paper inside the box for delivery to keep it warm. Good flavor and fair amount. I like that it wasn’t greasy though it could’ve been crispier but that’s a difficult balance. Pan fried left-over fries and it was great. Also enjoyed the spicy (chipotle?) mayo they provided.

We stumbled across this place just by walking by. Really cool outdoor seating with a counter in front and backyard seating with plenty of space inside too. The French Dip sandwich is hands down the best sandwich I have ever had. We also ordered the homemade lemonade which is a must have too. This place is definitely going to become a favorite go to!

I was quite interested in trying this because it looked up my alley and had good reviews. The service was great, but the food was okay.. honestly for the price I paid, I was a bit disappointed. It is pricey - I spent about $50+ on brunch, and for that price, I have had a lot better meals. Good options for vegetarians though and fast service.

You MUST try this place!!!!! We were so impressed. The food was absolutely incredible! The lemonade was the BEST lemonade I ever had in my life. We will for sure be regulars here. Thank you Flatbush Counter!! We can’t wait to come back!

Delicious sandwiches, the crispy chicken was top, the spicy chicken well spiced! The mango pineapple-ade was so refreshing, 100% recomend!

Wow, super friendly staff, the former chef from Flatbush farms new spot is fantastic! Photos of the roast beef and mushroom french dip and a delicious chickpea meatball ragu bowl with a fan kale salad! Highly recommended!

Stopped in to pick up some takeout on Sunday afternoon. Amazing fresh food which is prepared with local ingredients. Lots of salads,bowls and some soups.Particularly enjoyed the kale caesar salad, chickpeas meatballs and miso salmon burger. Great neighborhood joint. Will definitely be returning soon. No more ordering from Dig.

Amazing spot, great people, great prices, great food! Everything is fresh, reasonably priced, and delicious. I recommend everything, especially the lamb bacon, egg and cheese. Oh man, the flavours blend flawlessly. A bit of sweetness to complement the savory lamb. A perfect amount of cheese in the fluffy egg, and super soft bread. Top 10 😪

This is more of a 3.5. I want to love it but my go to is the meatless shepherd pie and it isn't consistent. Traditionally, shepherds pie is approximately equal parts whipped potato and equal parts meat. The version here is almost always a tray of vegan meat sauce with the tiniest portion of potato. The photo I have on my review is the one day the portions were almost equal and it was so good. But most times, it's mostly a pile of vegan meat sauce and just a smidge of potato. Some days the flavors are more balanced than others too. I prefer the comforting stew taste where the carrots and eggplant and all others blend. But other times the tomato is overpowering and the dish has more of a tangy taste. I've also tried the chickpea meatball entree and it's pretty good. I like that it comes with roasted brocoli. I've ordered the aged Mac and cheddar once and it doesn't have a lot of flavor. The patty for vegetarian burger seems house made and unfortunately crumbled apart. Can't speak on the meat dishes, but those seem to be more the popular items.

I wanted to love the adorable vegan focused & gluten free lunch spot but alas I didn't. Ate: Made my own salmon bowl Carrot ginger soup Total $30 for lunch. They're really nice but the food took awhile. The veggies in bowl tasted reheated and it was subpar to other bowls. The soup redeemed and was delicious. I watched them carry fresh veggies into the kitchen and that confirmed my suspicions. Also cute serving dishes but real utensils would be preferable. Good for soup and gluten free goodies.

Dig Inn walked so Flatbush Counter could run. This is my kind of elevated quick serve restaurant, with celebrated chefs, a carefully curated menu, and lots of healthy options to go around. The proteins are sustainably sourced and given the fine dining treatment, like the dry-brined chicken breast or 4 hour braised short rib. Each bowl is filled with hearty sides like golden papaya salad and sesame-crusted broccoli, so you're left feeling really sated and like you had a meal at a really nice restaurant, except you're at the most casual all day cafe. My miso atlantic salmon bowl was divine, with a huge portion of salmon perfectly seasoned in a delicious miso brine. That was the true star of the bowl, though the quinoa, crunchy chickpeas, and sesame crusted broccoli really plussed up the experience to make this better than any salad I could make at home. My partner was in the mood for something more hearty, and thankfully the menu is not limited to just salads and grain bowls-- he zeroed in on the grilled cheese served on sourdough and grilled with lamb bacon and left singing the praises of this fancy grilled cheese. The only thing that gave us pause was the side of pole beans and potatoes-- it didn't feel very cohesive and a cup as a serving vessel felt a little strange for the long pole beans, but this is admittedly a negligible complaint. I'll opt for another side during future visits. I visited before they underwent a big staff/team change, and it seems they may be going through some growing pains. They're really intent on righting any wrongs though and I'm optimistic they'll be back on track in short order. I'll visit again soon and report back.

We were supposed to go to another spot but the spot was crowded. Ended going to this spot and it was empty. My girlfriend and I both got the Atlantic Salmon bowl, 1 green pea soup and the mango and watermelon fresh juices. The atmosphere is very nice and clean and feels homey. The staff was very accommodating and polite. The one that served us our food came and checked if we liked our food which is something I like when waiters do at restaurants, to check up on you. The salmon bowl was AMAZING! The salmon was very flavorful and moist, not dry. The quinoa was really good as well alongside the broccoli and carrots. The green pea soup was very satisfying as well! Overall, I love this spot! I would definitely come back here!!!

I had one of THE BEST lunches at Flatbush Counter! I ordered the steak and shroom sandwich and it was really just amazing. Everything is made fresh to order. The best part of the meal was that jus! Dipping the sandwich in there was heavenly! Staff are also really friendly and there is ample seating to dine inside or on their outdoor patio. Can't wait to stop by again to try some of their other menu items!

Minding my business then my stomach starts growling walking up Flatbush, and I see this spot and decided to walk in. Didn't know anything about the business just saw that they sold sandwiches. I asked the cashier what was the most popular thing she said the crispy chicken I'm only mad that I didn't get to add the lamb bacon but next time I definitely will. I also got the mango pineapple lemonade a must that was the most refreshing drink I've had in a while so good. Now back to the sandwich ... this crispy chicken sandwich was boss. Fresh white meat seasoned to perfection , lettuce and fresh crispy pickles with like an aioli mayo omg this sandwich was everything sounds simple but all the flavor was packed in that chicken I literally took a piece out and was eating it alone before I attacked the sandwich. There's table seating. Clean and neat. I highly recommend

I miss the OLD Flatbush Counter with the old chefs. They closed down for a few weeks about a year ago or so, and the restaurant changed hands. The executive chef and whole kitchen team changed, along with the menu. This is no longer the healthy, perfectly cooked, nutritious meals I used to love. The recipes are goopier and cheesier and heavier and the meats are tough or underdone and just missing the mark. Old restaurant was 5 stars. This version is 2. I won't be returning any time soon, sadly.

Flatbush Counter does fastish casual really really well. The team of chefs put a lot of time and effort into each ingredient and you can taste it. It blows the dig inns out of the water. All the proteins are made to order as well as many of the hot veggies yet they usually have your order ready in 10 mins. Ive had the: Cauliflower frites bowl Miso Salmon bowl Fried chicken sandwich Maple brussell sprouts Lamb Bacon (must try) Everything hit. The salmon was probably my least favorite but I also got that delivered and it came after 2 hours but that wasnt the restaurant's fault. In general theres a good balance of flavors in all their bowls (savory, salty, sour, umami) and pretty good sauces to accompany them. The lamb bacon is a stand out. They make it in house and it takes 10 days! Theres some backyard seating and indoor seating for 20 or so people as well. All of this comes in at around $16pp. I hope they open up more locations.

A really good lunch. Came here with my family after an outing at the nearby Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and we all enjoyed the food! Overall, some nice earthy and hearty lunch food. Not a fast casual kind of place but not the traditional sit-down restaurant. Fast service, though, and delicious food. I ordered the Roast Beef Sandwich w/Au Jus---delicious. A nice take on a classic roast beef sandwich; I like the stone ground mustard (instead of the usual horseradish), the au jus was good, roast beef was nice and moist, just a delicious and good-sized sandwich. My wife got the Chicken Bowl---the chicken is dry brined which makes for a moist and flavorful bird. Chicken came on rice with a side of broccoli, all of which tasted good. I rarely come to Brooklyn but if you're in the area and need a good place for lunch, Flatbush Counter is it!

Yum. I just left and I want to go back already. I loved my Kale Caesar Salad and will be thinking about that Lamb Bacon for the rest of today. On top of the great food, the staff were very attentive and helpful. I'm very glad that this place is open now AND that they deliver ::Birdman hand rub::. Update: I went back 2 hours later to take dinner to go and the Steak & Shroom French Dip was divine. This place is about to be in heavy rotation for me.

I was super happy to see this spot as I was on my way to get sushi for lunch. Recently saw it on Instagram and bookmarked it. Needless to say, I didn't get my sushi lol. I love the decor and the color scheme. I was greeted by a gentleman as soon as I walked in I had no idea it was the owner and the chef. The menu has some delicious options. Salmon, steak, Cauliflower and chicken bowls to name a few. I opted for the Crispy Chicken sandwich. It comes with pickles, shaved lettuce, avo-mayo and a brioche bun. I added the lamb bacon solely because I've never heard of it lol. I wasn't disappointed at all. As per usual, I asked for hot sauce. The chef alerted me that it was spicy, I said perfect! Lol. It was a harissa sauce and tasted liked there were herbs and and tinge of sweetness. Perfect match for the sandwich. There have fresh homemade juices, tons of sides, baked goods, coffee and vegan pastries. You can come solo or with a group of friends. There is seating outside, inside and there is am outdoor patio. I'd visit again. Ready to try the salmon dishes. Staff was nice and attentive.

Based on the counter worker, the ambiance, and other reviews I think this place is better than my experience. Firstly, the woman working the counter was great, very nice and helpful. It was slower when I went in and she spent down time between customers putting up holiday decorations and ornaments and giving the place a festive vibe. The decor and ambiance is also really enjoyable. The food also sounds and *seems* very good based on other photos and reviews but I really felt mine was barely edible. I ordered the fried chicken sandwich and sweet potato fries on the side and it seemed like the kitchen needed to change out their oil -- both came out dark, tough and difficult to eat. The flavor of the sandwich overall (aolis, produce, bread etc.) was good which leads me to believe it was just bad luck. I'd revisit this place to give it a second shot, but I did leave disappointed.

I did a pick your bowl option at this restaurant . I got dry brined chicken , basmati rice , cauliflower and some chimichuri and pesto sauce and a side of Mac and cheese . At 30 dollars for a single meal I am rather disappointed. When I visual dry brine chicken I imagine chicken on bone and juicy skin etc . The dry brine chicken is foolishly skinless filets . I tasted absolutely no difference than regular grilled chicken from a spot like Dig . The basmati rice is a big NO . It is too grainy and felt out of place the entire meal . A softer rice such as brown rice would've made a huge difference . The sauces , I had issues choosing and I felt neither of the sauces elevated the chicken or the meal for that matter . The biggest biggest biggest piss me off moment was biting into the mac and cheese . This Mac and cheese reminded me of my first or second time making Mac and cheese from scratch . It is not something a chef should be putting out there and definitely piss off worthy with the 9 dollar pricing . It was dry , had sub par flavor and wasn't very cheesy and just extremely amateurish. It's upsetting just thinking about it . I doubt I'll be back because it's not the cheapest place and I wasn't particularly impressed with any one thing.

I cannot remember the last time I had such bland food - that is because I was too young to remember what a season-less pureed vegetable tasted like. I ordered two veggie sides - fresh produce but they tasted terrible. The Brussels were basically boiled and doused in what tasted like maple horseradish water. To make matters worse, no salt. Just fry them until they are crispy and drizzle them in a sweet glaze and you will win over anyone. The cauliflower was also steamed and then had a sprinkling of curry powder on it with again no salt. I had to go home, add olive and salt and bake everything on 450 just to add some char and flavor yet they were unsalvageable. While this review may read cold hearted I post it with the intention of alarming the business owner so that he or she takes the proper measures to improve the taste of the food. It used to be good. I don't know what happened. I had their soup a week prior and it was totally good but the rough sides prompted this review.

I used to really like this place, but tonight's meal was very disappointing. Maybe they were having an off night, so take this review on those terms- but keep in mind that they serve their dishes in totally different (and smaller) to-go containers than they used to, and that was the first sign something was off. I was lured in by the "chickpea meatballs are back" sign which I have ordered many times in the past. Tonight's dish was nothing like my past orders, where large, luscious meatballs in a red sauce sat on top of couscous with a healthy portion of salad on the side. This was five very sad looking meatballs sitting on top of white rice with very little yellow sauce. My partner orders the "Healthy salad" and it wasn't bad - it's just that it costs $18 with chicken, and it's not really an entree size to justify that price. The one thing that remains good was the sesame broccoli with lamb bacon. Tasty! And served in the same container as the mains, even though it's a side, which seems strange- I think they may have served us all our mains in side containers tonight. Anyway, disappointed enough to probably not go back now.

I visited NYC over the weekend and wanted to head over to the Brooklyn area. Traveling alone, I asked a NY police officer for a recommendation and I landed here. Let's talk about the staff. The front was occupied by a chef and cool dude with green hair. Both were very pleasant and welcoming. I also notice a genuine rapport with the customers coming in, so I felt I was good company. Now let's review the grilled cheese. This sandwich was everything!!! What caught my eye was the reference to lamb bacon. It seemed so interesting I ordered it. With the first bite I almost died and when to heaven. The layers of textures, cheese, brussels sprouts, toasted and buttery bread just made sense. I never have anything like it. And considering eat a lot, that's a high score. I'm still talking about this sandwich to anyone who will listen to me. The sad part is... I'm in Los Angeles. Not exactly a trip down the street. Thank you for blessing me with this delicious sandwich Ten out of ten Chef's kiss 5 star

Wonderful customer service with a warm and casual ambiance. Recommendations: Mashed potatoes Fresh made rose berry drink Chicken sandwich They take card. There is a unisex bathroom.

2021: When I eat at Dig Inn, it makes me miss Flatbush Counter. 2023: When I eat at Flatbush Counter, it makes me miss Dig Inn. Backstory: in 2022 FBC closed because their chef left and it took them a pretty long time to reopen. When they did reopen, everything was really off. We got a possibly spoiled cup of bone broth once. The crispy chicken was tough and tasteless. Since then, they've been working on their food and it's getting a little better. I remember telling my SO after my last lunch: "They fixed their chicken sandwich." The sweet potato fries are OK now. The bone broth is tolerable. But they're still working on it. The ingredients seem...cheaper now? Some things still look and taste really unpolished. The rice looks and tastes like halal cart rice, which would be fine -- if I wasn't paying $16 a bowl. I still eat there once in a while because there aren't that many great bowl places around, but they have a long way to go.

I like the fact they have vegan pastries, since it's difficult to find a bakery that is vegan and I like the sweet potato fries. It's one of the main reasons I came here. Although the miso salmon with the sweet potato fries, can't go wrong. Customer service is friendly and warm. The atmosphere is cute and cozy. I would like to come visit again. Btw, the chocolate chip cookie is delicious, too! (I ate the cookie before the meal, sorry no pics).

Food took a really long time. Waited almost 30 minutes for my food to come Got a grain bowl, steak&shrooms sandwich, and fried chicken sandwich. Mediocre. Grain bowl tasted like something I can make myself. Steak & shrooms lacked mushrooms and had roast beef as steak. A bit over priced for mediocre food.

Love the food. Chicken was not dry. Chill vibes but would love to see better music playing. The service was great by Hoover & Giani. Would come back.

First off, I take no pride in leaving 1 star reviews and am actually adverse to doing it. However, in order for Yelp to work, and allow people to make informed decisions on where they dine, it's sometimes necessary. However, to offset this, I intend to fully cover all the elements that contributed to my experience. I was hungry and looking for the perfect walk and talk spot, after a few misses I come by Flatbush Counter. It's got front dining, indoor dining, and a backyard. It looks modern, and they've got some fan favorites like crispy chicken and salmon in burger form. Once inside I realize that the sandwich comes with avocado mayo. I know people swear by avocados but I just don't like them. Not alone, not with tacos, not in guac, it's a pass for me. I ask the owner who was taking my order if I can have regular mayo, and he says they don't have that, which I found odd, but I also can respect sticking to your guns and recipe. What I found less charming is that they said something along the lines of, "It's good, I think you should get it", I think I get that the owner probably has a dry sense of humor, but to have someone who works in food disregard me explaining that I've never liked avocado flat out telling me I should get it anyway because they think it's good comes off smug/arrogant no matter how you slice it. I'm open minded, so I did ask for a taste, and while I didn't dislike it, to me, it was not as good as regular mayo (hence the avocado- I just like mayo that much). Once I've ordered, he proceeds to tell me that he guarantees it will be the best chicken sandwich I've ever had, not really necessary considering I'd ordered and it did nothing but to raise the expectation I had. I decide to also order a house made pineapple limeade (I believe, may have been lemon). This ends the ordering phase. Upon receiving my lemonade, it had CHIA SEEDS in it. No where, was this mentioned. To me, this is another indication of indirect arrogance- when I think of lemonade, I would never expect to come pre-constructed with grainy seeds- to me, this destroyed the experience of the lemonade. If I had been told, or had the option of taking these out, we would have been good, but this was so wild to me. So, I finally go outside, to be honest- I couldn't even bring myself to try the chicken sandwich inside because I thought I might be asked how it was and didn't want to be put in that position. To be fair, the thing looks pretty, I don't have ANY expectations that it'll be the best I've ever had because this person has no idea how many chicken sandwiches I've had in my life or how I rank them, but I'm thinking it should be decent. This sandwich had NO flavor. It tasted like oil, I chewed the whole bite through before giving my friend with me the verdict because I wanted to be fair, but there was none to be found. She, at the time, was going vegetarian for a month, and could not believe it was that bad so she broke it to take a bike, and she fully agreed. So, everything was a bust, for over 20 bucks, both my drink and sandwich underwhelmed heavily. I can see so many others have had a great experience and can't help but think I may have been unlucky, but the arrogance and expectations set made this crash and burn a lot harder than it may have if I was able to form my own opinions, but if I'm being honest, that may have at best put this at a 2.

If self-care were a restaurant, it'd be Flatbush Counter. Farm-to-table bowls made with quality, locally-sourced ingredients. What's not to like? I had a hard time deciding what to get because I was on a health kick. I asked the woman at the counter which bowl to get if I didn't want to feel too full, and she told me any of them if you don't eat it all in one go. I mean... yeah, that's fair. Because their portion sizes are actually pretty big (enough for 2 people for lunch). My friend who recommended the place loves the miso salmon, but I went with the dry-brined chicken breast. Very fresh veggies, juicy chicken. You can also build your own bowl! They have indoor seating, but also a really big and beautiful backyard that we were told by the chef was populated with "rescue plants". Fun stuff.

This place is great. You wouldn't expect to find such a cute spot with such a vegan and gluten-free menu on Flatbush, yet there it is. The people who work there are really friendly and helpful, they will answer any questions about the menu, and the food came out quickly. They also have a bunch of Brooklyn Whiskers vegan baked goods for sale. My food was delicious and made with quality, fresh ingredients. There's also lots of outdoor seating in the back. Looks like they're going to offer breakfast soon, too. This will be a new regular spot for me.

We used to LOVE this place. It was the only place where I could truly say that their chicken breast was juicy and delicious. Their other items on the menu (like the steak, the bone broth, their soups) were equally as delicious. However, it closed for a period of time and re-opened not too long ago again. We were super excited to find out they were open again. I ordered the Dry-Brined Chicken Breast and the Steak + Sweet Fries. When I got there, the kitchen was arguing with each other on whether the chef had cooked an order or not, the ladies in the cash register were trying to appease a growing line of customers with delayed orders. I was told I had to wait as well, and so I stepped aside and just waited for my order. Several minutes later I hear the staff arguing again and it's clearly about my order. They were even debating the menu itself because one of the cooks didn't know the dishes. I get home with my order and when I open it up I notice that both dishes are messed up. The Dry-Brine Chicken had no herb'd basmati, the Steak had mushrooms and broccoli - So yeah, nothing like what their menu says. I don't like mushrooms, but fine, not the end of the world, I can just move them aside. But then, to top that off, the steak was WAY overcooked. Something happened to this place, and their new team is clearly lost.

I stopped in for a spontaneous dinner yesterday and boy, was I glad I did. I didn't know what to expect from their menu, but simply put, there is something for everyone whether you are a carnivore, vegetarian, or vegan. I got the Harvest Goddess salad and their Roseberry Mary drink (a must on a hot day!) and was so impressed that I ended up ordering the chickpea meatball hero dinner from there just now. Also, don't skip out on their desserts, they are well worth it! Needless to say, this place is a gem for the neighborhood and I'm looking forward to the next time I pull up to the counter.

This place is just ok. Upity hipster food for upity hipsters. Food is mediocre at best yet still expensive. Service is great tho

Incredible food, sometimes. Unfortunately, cannot support demand quite yet and struggles to have orders ready for pickup by over twice the notified wait time. Last night there was a complete breakdown in the kitchen with a full countertop of orders not yet complete. I swear it was like stoned people were working, just moving around the kitchen not really cooking ANYTHING and being confused while a ton of people were waiting to pick up When I got home my order was cold on the inside and did not include the full ingredients as advertised after all that time. The sweet potato fries with maple syrup, dipping sauce and lamb bacon ONY included cold sweet potato fries -- where those little lamb bits and sweet sauces go?? $45 disappointment

Good (healthy) food. Great options of salads, and sandwiches. The Miso salmon was good, but I have to admit, I like the way I make it better..(sorrrryyy) , but I will keep on returning for the tomato soup and try other dishes.

Fresh and amazing food, I will comeh Eat here anytime I'm in the area. Thank you!!!!!

I used to LOVE this place - fresh, flavorful, really reminded me to food you would find all over California. The order I got tonight was absolutely terrible. The steak was seasonless and cooked terribly w CANNED, yes canned mushrooms on top. The kale salad was inedible all around. So bad that I ate a few bites of the chunky, half cooked mashed potato's and decided to order something else from a different restaurant. I don't know what happened to the place since the reopen but feels like a completely different restaurant. Sadly I don't think I will be ordering from here anymore.

Let me start by saying that the only reason it's two stars and not one is because the food is actually good. I've supported this restaurant since it opened. I literally was in the restaurant a day after it opened and since then, I've purchased from them several times, even daily for weeks at a time. I was happy that a new healthy option restaurant opened in my neighborhood. HOWEVER, I went into the restaurant tonight and while waiting for food, I heard the chef/owner hurry someone out of the space and told them to wait outside, when there was ample room inside. I was hoping it was a one of situation, even though it was a bit rude. When it was my turn, I asked a question about one of the menu options to the checkout counter clerk. She then went to ask the chef and owner, Michael Roberts, and he snapped! And then when I asked the same question to him he flat out told me he does haven't time! And then repeated it. This is POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. If you are overwhelmed, I get that. However, there is better way to express that without raising your voice at a customer. I've told many friends about Flatbush Counter because the food is good, but wow! To be yelled at the by the owner for asking a question is absolutely unacceptable. I will no longer patronize Flatbush Counter and will tell everyone that I know, or have told about the restaurant, of my experience. UPDATE - 10/7/2021 My Response to the Flatbush Counter Representative, Aliya: Hi, Aliya. Thanks for your response. Yes, I found it offensive as the tone of the chef was not professional, at all. There will be busy nights and customers will have questions. A simple explanation of why there was a markup for something is a valid question that a customer can ask without being met with a rude tone. If I'm paying money, I deserve to at least have a valid answer if I ask a question. I had the money to build a bowl, which I normally do, however, after looking at one of the signature bowls and seeing the price different from only changing quinoa to cauliflower rice, I just wanted to know the difference, but again, I met with an unpleasant tone and no answer to my question. I wasn't trying to be difficult, I just wanted to know. I would have just bought the build a bowl if I wasn't met with attitude and a simple answer. Best, Phaon

Seven of us were out in an early Sunday brunch time, celebrating a friend's birthday. The first place we went couldn't accommodate us - there were seven of us; and a few of us are vegetarians; some of us wanted healthy options; and others wanted fried and decadent. But mostly, we all wanted somewhere where we could all sit together and hear each other. This place did not disappoint. I've been so good on my reduction - eating what I want, but just in smaller portions - that I wanted to reward myself with the crispy chicken sandwich. Lots of chicken, just the right total portion of food. We all left satisfied. No one feeling overly stuffed. I'd eat here again. Whether in reduction or not. Whether I wanted meat or no meat. This place is a good option for lots of eating choices.

Enjoyed a dinner of carrot ginger soup, Miso Salmon, and Papaya Salad. Looking forward to coming again in the near future!

Came across the Counter on a random day And wasn't disappointed. had the Miso salmon with the papaya salad and it was delish. I appreciate the tenderness of the fish while having it own taste and to top it off the salad complimented the entire dish. They have a nice sit down spot great for if you want to grab a bite while catching up with some friends. I like the design and color contrast ( very simple and easy on the eyes). Will be back soon for more. Thank you

I like the miso salmon dish. Food tastes very healthy, and the ensemble in one dish is well done. It reminds me of Dig Inn.

What an absolute disaster. Please heed the advice from recent reviews RE: the rough transition period this place has been going through, they really need to start getting it together because these high Google & Yelp scores will come cratering down and no one will have any reason to check this place out. Walk in and order a bowl and sandwich. Woman taking our order was super sweet and very clearly asked the kitchen to fire our order. Fast forward 20-30 mins later, still no food. Keep in mind we are the only people dining at the restaurant. A group of 5 come in and place a to-go order. They end up getting their food within 10-15 . We go back in to check on our food, and the kitchen tells us they were out of the steak for the sandwich to begin with and couldn't fill our order...unbelievable. Close to 45 minutes wasted and no one told us ANYTHING. At least we received a refund, but holy moly was that a waste of time.

When I asked for extra mayo, the owner/chef (?) said he couldn't give me any. "I already put mayonnaise on it." That's true, but it was a tiny dollop and my chicken sandwich was bone-dry. He told me he'd have to charge me for mayonnaise if he was going to give me any. Sir, I spent $45 here for lunch and you're going to charge me for mayonnaise? A basic-ass condiment? It seems like bad customer service in general. The person ahead of me got lemonade and when it came out with chia seeds, she told him she was allergic to chia seeds. "Really? You're allergic?" he said with judgment in his voice. She said yes and he told her she should've told him she had any allergy. "But chia seeds aren't listed anywhere," she said. "I can't list every ingredient!" I watched this exchange and firmly fell on her side. It's not like chia seeds are a common thing to put in lemonade and the cost for him to pour her a new one is neglible. It costs like 40 cents to make lemonade. This is a $$ place but they nickel and dime you.

I'll start by saying that I've been here right after they opened and the food was phenomenal, so not sure what changed. We ordered a chicken bowl , kale ceasar with chicken, Mac&cheese and bone broth. The best thing was probably the chicken bone broth. My bowl came with dry chicken , tons of rice and a side of a kale ceasar salad. The ceasar salad dressing was really not good, the chicken very dry. The Mac&cheese tasted like Kraft. For a $60 lunch I expected it to be much better. The staff was nice but I probably won't be returning. Shame, since I'm always in the neighborhood .

Where to begin? This place is cute. great decor. Open kitchen. Friendly staff. Chef mike and Sam are a great duo. Heard he was one of Brooklyn's greatest fishermen. Bone broth is bomb dot com. Sweet potato fries are amazing. Including the maple Mayo. Miso salmon was dope. Great portion size too. Chicken sandwich was amazing and huge too. BYOB, makes for a great brunch spot. As you are the bottomless mimosa. Give it a try.

Fantastic food, amazing staff and super cute ambiance! There's nothing not to love about this place. The food options are all unique and healthy and the menu changes seasonally! Can't wait to go back and try more! Hope that more locations become available in the near future!

Believe the hype! Quality food cooked well by friendly staff.

Stopped in here for the first time on a sunny afternoon and was greeted with the friendliest staff ever and a menu that made me drool. Ordered the miso salmon bowl and the rose berry Mary (a blueberry sparkling drink made with magic, probably) and was delighted by the taste and care they put in their food. The food was incredible, flavor on point, and presentation eye catching. Got some baked goods to go. Can't believe we've been sleeping on this place for a year - we will be back!!!

Stumbled into this while walking around the neighborhood (park slope/prospect heights area) and I gotta say that this place is AWESOME. The food is so tasty and the staff couldn't be any more helpful and friendly. Highly recommend it for lunch and/dinner

food was great honestly we stopped in just to get a quick eat before a concert and the mac and cheese was filling. My friend got a sourdough grilled cheese and it was so good 10/10. The people here were sweet and offered us soup samples.

Amazing healthy bowls. Miso salmon a stand out! Lovely space with a spacious backyard

Wife and I visited today and had lunch. The food is fresh, healthy and delicious! We had the steak + frites and chicken breast + rice bowls and they are very filling! Definitely returning to this little gem.

What an incredibly rude owner. I get it. Running a business is tough. I'm a small business owner myself. It's tougher when it's a restaurant. And it's even tougher when it's a restaurant in the middle of a pandemic. I called in to place an order and was immediately told to go order on the app. It was a strange request, but the person on the phone, which I presume to be the owner, seemed rushed and agitated. Well, I couldn't find the app and the website to order for pickup isn't that intuitive because it defaults to delivery. When I called back for help, the owner seemed even more agitated and while he offered to get my ordered started, he seemed frustrated because he shared that he was the only one working. Dude, I've spent my fair share of money at FBC and I had no idea that you were down on staff. Treating your customers like sh** because you're having a bad day because you're the only one working is the fastest way to lose customers. I'm a 1000% believer in supporting local businesses, but projecting your frustrations on a customer that needs help and WANTS to pay you is unacceptable. His attitude on the phone was as if I was doing something wrong--like I should be guilty for calling for help. A few extra seconds of empathy would have gone a LONG way in creating an even more LOYAL customer. Needless to say, we did not place the order online and FBC has likely lost a customer. Good food doesn't make up for garbage customer service.

Are you too still working from home? Miss your city lunch bowl options? Don't have time to cook but want something both flavorful and not deep fried or covered in salsa? This is the type of lunch place I've been craving in the area! I've gotten both the chicken and steak there and really love their sides. I've always done to-go, but the place has a great vibe if you rather eat in.