Over the Counter Cafe

06/21/2008 Posted by wabenaki

unless you want to put yourself at risk of getting sick, don't eat here. it has a reputation of being a hip and cool place to be, but the food prep is dismal. just look at the cooks handle uncooked foods and prep plates with cooked food without washing their hands or using other hand-sanitizing methods. the wait isn't worth it.

Pros: none

Cons: potential for food-born illness, wait, parking

04/26/2008 Posted by gimbo

watch as the cooks break eggs & throw raw meat on the grill, and then put finished food on the plates for service, all without washing their hands. it's a cross contamination nightmare.

01/07/2007 Posted by rrichey

Visited at the recommendation of other reviewers. It's a great find--a reasonably-priced restaurant that really cares about the food and service. Fantastic eggs and bacon cooked to order. One warning: Fat and cholesterol watchers should make sure to ask for everything without butter--they really heap it on. French toast was cinammon-y and excellent. Great for kids and groups.

Pros: Great, inexpensive food, attentive service

10/28/2006 Posted by jamesey271975

Great cheap food.................... ...................... ........................... ................................ .....................

04/30/2006 Posted by superboy4k

the food was perfect, the price was great and the service was emaculate! highly recommended

12/01/2005 Posted by rewhuk

This place is great! I have eaten here no less than 40 times. I have never had a bad meal here. The food is always fresh and the service is down right southern charm. You won't find a better deal for your money. Take my advice...for ultimate satisfaction eat breakfast at the "over the counter cafe". EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT! BEST OMELETTE IN TOWN! WITHOUT QUESTION!

Pros: Fresh food, Friendly service, Southern charm

Cons: None, None, None

11/20/2005 Posted by iamthedude

Decided to try this restaurant after finding it here in Citysearch. Walked in, seated myself in a booth. Everyone was friendly, including the cook! My breakfast: Western omelette with cheese, home fries, toast and coffee. The home fries were potato strips with the skin on, YUM!! One drawback: I asked for gravy, either white or brown. THEY DON'T MAKE ANY :( The omelette was stuffed and the ham, peppers and onions were piled around the outside of the omelette. The waitress kept my coffee full. The breakfast was just a smidge greasy, not too much. Hey, where I'm from that's called FLAVOR. Total cost? Like about $7.81. I'll be back...

Pros: cozy, inexpensive, good food

Cons: no credit cards, parking when busy

08/28/2005 Posted by willicar

Ate at OTC for the first time and the food and service was great. You seat yourself and its a what I call a true "diner". The bacon is thick and excellant. Value is the best out there. Belly up to the counter in front of the kitchen or grab a booth.

Pros: large portions, thick bacon, fast service

Cons: no credit cards

05/06/2003 Posted by blackdove

I went to Over the Counter for the first time last Saturday. The place was bustling with energy, and hungry patrons filled the entire dining area. The food was simple down hom cooking. The home fries are EXCELLENT, and the bacon is thick and smokey. I recommend the 2 egg breakfast with bacon, ham or sausage for $4. They give you 4 large strips of bacon, so you better have someone to share with. The breakfast was excellent and the atmosphere was great. I highly recommend it.

Pros: cheap eats

Cons: parking, coffee

12/05/2002 Posted by sajaneway

Best Breakfast hands down! (I can't believe Blue Plate is even in the same catergory, I'd rather go to Burger King, the service and food are better). I love Sunday brunch and have been to most of the joints on the best breakfast list but I would give up the scenery and music at Ruths, the biscuits at Park Cafe and all the other places just to sit on a mismatched chair and watch them cook my #2, over medium, bacon, and white toast at OTC, There is no better way to start a day!

Pros: Great Food, Great Deal

Cons: Worth the wait