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. 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 & Beef burgers, Fried Collards, and Broccoli & Cheese, and you’ll find a lot of new favorites, too. 🤤 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 closed on Sunday, January 25th, due to hazardous weather and unsafe traveling conditions. We will re-open on Thursday, January 29th with our normal hours.