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, Porchetta that you won’t forget. 🤤 You can even build a plate with just sides, if that’s your thing.

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

THE COUNTER WILL BE CLOSING AT 5PM ON THURSDAY, FRIDAY, AND SATURDAY, JUNE 19-21, FOR THE KITCHEN BAR @ CHEF. WE WILL BE OPEN WITH NORMAL HOURS (11AM-9PM) ON SUNDAY, JUNE 22

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