coun·ter /ˈkoun(t)ər/: adjective - contrary to intuition or to common-sense but often nevertheless true.
THE EXPERIENCE
counter- is a story-driven dining experience focused on producing the highest level personal memory for guests, while showcasing our region in a singular composition. Owned and operated as a collective effort amongst employees with a shared mission to change the industry, counter- is designed to evoke emotion throughout the progressive dining experience, fully immersing guests by utilizing sound, taste, and art as a vehicle. The menu, which rotates quarterly, is driven by sense-based storylines such as music, modern art, and mental health.
THE DESIGN
Purposefully designed to mimic a blank canvas and features muted concrete floors and countertops that can easily be transformed to fit the rotating menus, tableware, and art that accompany each quarterly story-driven menu.
THE DETAILS
Similar to a theatrical performance, counter- is a shared experience with seatings Wednesday through Saturday. Seating is limited and reservations are required.
Wine and spirit-free beverage pairings are available.
Please be respectful of all parties during your seating. For special events, business dinners, and other large parties, our private dining room may be the perfect choice.
Certain seasonal themes may not be suitable for children under the age of 18, so please be sure to contact us in advance at reservations@counterclt.com.
THE TEAM
Executive Chef/Founder Sam Hart aspires for counter- to be an incubator for rising star chefs, providing them a place for empowerment, guidance, and inspiration to open their own concepts in Charlotte, while also elevating experiences in Hart’s own hometown.
SAM HART
Executive Chef
Faith Morley
Executive Pastry Chef
Christian English
Chef de Cuisine
Michael Myers
Executive Beverage Director