Diner vibes meet Hungarian-Jewish heritage. Known for creative bread dishes, comforting broths, and unforgettable cheesecake.
This charming diner, inspired by Hungarian-Jewish heritage, offers a unique culinary experience with a focus on elevated comfort food. Guests rave about the creative bread-based dishes, particularly the grilled potato pullman bread with chicken liver mousse and sour cherry caramel. Don't miss the comforting chicken broth with Hungarian dumplings, thin crepes, or their highly praised cheesecake. It's a delightful spot for lunch or brunch.
Agi's Counter offers a unique take on Hungarian-Jewish cuisine, with a strong emphasis on bread-based dishes and comforting classics. The grilled potato pullman bread with chicken liver mousse and sour cherry caramel is a standout, as are the comforting chicken broth with Hungarian dumplings and thin crepes. Their cheesecake is frequently lauded, though some have noted it's not a classic New York style. The tuna melt is also a popular recommendation, though there have been mixed reviews on the salads, with some finding them overdressed or featuring polarizing ingredients like caraway seeds.
"Standout dishes include the tuna melt, grilled potato pullman bread with chicken liver mousse, chicken broth with Hungarian dumplings, thin crepes, and especially the cheesecake. The Palacsinta (crepe-style pancake) and hash browns are also recommended."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment, praising the unique cuisine and specific dishes like the cheesecake and tuna melt. Some minor criticisms exist regarding salad preparation and availability of certain weekend-only items.
Important Note
Reservations are highly recommended due to the restaurant's small size. Some dishes, like donuts, are only available on weekends.
"The user loves the donuts at Agi's Counter, although they are only available on weekends."
Positive"The user recommends Agi's Counter for its cheesecake, noting it's not classic New York style."
Positive"Agis Counter was listed as a potential restaurant suggestion."
Neutral"The hash brown at Agis is mentioned as a recommended appetizer."
Positive"The pesto plum salad at Agi's Counter was praised as a creative and delicious dish before the restaurant's closure."
Positive"This commenter lists Agi’s Counter as a recommended sandwich spot."
Positive"This commenter lists Agi’s Counter as a recommended sandwich spot."
Positive"This commenter lists Agis Counter as a recommended sandwich spot."
Positive"This commenter lists Agis Counter as a recommended sandwich spot."
Positive"Agi's Counter is suggested as a place that might serve chicken paprikash, noting it offers very authentic Hungarian food."
Positive"The commenter recommended a visit to Agi eighborhoods Counter for lunch or brunch, suggesting it as a good option before or after visiting the Brooklyn Museum."
Positive"Hungarian Pastry Shop was mentioned as a place to get cheesecake."
Neutral"This user suggests Agi's Counter for its "jew-ish" classics, specifically recommending the tuna melt."
Positive"The author loves Agi's cheesecake but would prefer they bring back older favorites like the Ferdinand bun or Gerbaud slice."
Positive"The author expressed hope that Agi's Counter thrives, despite mentioning they preferred older pastries like the Ferdinand bun or Gerbaud slice over the current cheesecake."
Neutral"The author mentioned trying the Cheesecake at Agi's Counter."
Neutral"This restaurant is listed as a repeat spot."
Positive"This restaurant is listed as a repeat spot."
Positive"Agi's Counter is described as excellent with great wine, but it is quite small and requires reservations."
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