ABOUT

The Counter at Chef & the Farmer, in downtown Kinston, is Vivian Howard’s vibrant take on casual, convenient, craveable Southern food that highlights the seasonal bounty of Eastern North Carolina.

The come-as-you-are, counter-service concept offers a
stream-lined menu that balances her spin on crave-worthy classics, like Blueberry BBQ Chicken, with vegetable-forward dishes like the seasonal Viv’s Favorite Salad and a Sweet Potato on steroids. It’s a healthy-ish menu - but yes, we have a burger AND mac & cheese - with something for everyone. You’ll feel at home with the Butterbean & Smashburgers, Fried Collards, and Broccoli & Cheese, and you’ll find a lot of new favorites, too, like Vivian’s brand new piece de resistance, The Porchetta Sandwich. 🤤 You can even build a plate with just sides, if that’s your thing.

At The Counter believes good food can be nurturing and satisfying, casual and thoughtfully prepared.