Brooklyn's charming Eastern European gem w/ incredible cheesecake, standout tuna melts & comforting Hungarian Jewish dishes. A must-try spot!
AGI'S COUNTER in Brooklyn offers a delightful Eastern European and Jewish-inspired menu in a charming, intimate setting. The restaurant is praised for its comforting dishes, including a standout cheesecake and creative takes on classics like the tuna melt and Hungarian chicken broth. With its unique decor and refined yet casual atmosphere, it's a must-visit for those seeking flavorful and memorable Eastern European cuisine.
Agi's Counter serves Eastern European and Jewish-inspired cuisine, with a strong emphasis on comfort food. The cheesecake is a frequently recommended highlight, as are the tuna melt and Palacsinta (crepe-style pancakes). While most feedback is positive, one user found the salad overdressed with disliked caraway seeds, though this was disputed by others who found the salad incredible. The restaurant also offers dishes like chicken liver mousse and Hungarian chicken broth with nokdeli.
"Customers highly recommend the cheesecake and tuna melt. The Palacsinta (crepe-style pancakes) and Hungarian chicken broth with nokdeli are also highlighted as delicious options."
Customers rave about the delicious and comforting Eastern European and Jewish-inspired dishes, with particular praise for the cheesecake and tuna melt. The restaurant's cozy ambiance and friendly service contribute to a highly positive dining experience.
Important Note
Reservations are highly recommended due to the restaurant's small size. Some diners have had mixed experiences with the salad.
"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."
Positive"Agi's Counter serves Hungarian Jewish cuisine and is located in Brooklyn. Reservations are highly recommended due to its small size."
Positive"Agis was recommended for their tuna melt."
Positive"Agi's is listed as a recommended spot for a tuna melt."
Positive"According to this user, Agi's Counter's tuna melt lives up to its reputation."
Positive"Agi's Counter in Brooklyn is described as being 'Hungarian-ish'."
Neutral"Agi's Counter is mentioned as a place in NYC that has a few authentic Hungarian dishes, in the context of inquiring about the scarcity of Hungarian restaurants."
Neutral"Agis Counter is listed among several other bakeries."
Neutral"Agi's is listed as one of the commenter's favorite spots for tuna melts."
Positive"The commenter specifically mentioned the tuna melt at Agi's Counter."
Neutral"Agis is mentioned as a great sandwich spot."
Positive"The user describes the radicchio used at Agi's as a vile, bitter weed."
Negative"The user expresses that they really wanted to like Agi's but were severely disappointed."
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