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The Counter

The Counter

Burger Joint, American Restaurant, and Gluten-Free Restaurant$$$$
Woodbury, Irvine
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    Brandon F.
    "Skip the side with your burger and order the Parmesan fries instead!"(4 Tips)
    Gevork G.
    "Great tasting custom burgers."(2 Tips)
    J T.
    "4 fried pickles same price as the non-menu trio...try the Hoegaarden"(2 Tips)
    Brian F.
    "... your meat, size, type of bun, and choose from doezens of choices of..."(2 Tips)
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  • Martin D. C.heart icon on user image
    Martin D. CiaoDecember 25, 2014
    Awesome build-it-yourself burger joint! Customize your own burger by adding anything you want from a generous list of meat patties, vegetables, condiments, sauces, and buns. But service might be slow.
  • Don Michael Antonioheart icon on user image
    Don Michael AntonioAugust 23, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    One of the few hip places we have in Woodbury and burgers taste good!Try mini burger and beer tastings!Delish!However I am not sure it can go up against big city artisan/gourmet burger places
  • Don Michael Antonioheart icon on user image
    Don Michael AntonioDecember 1, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    New menu with healthy Tuna and Vegan burger alternatives plus salads are great!Now one of my fav Irvine foodie places to recommend!
  • Vicky G.heart icon on user image
    Vicky GibbonsJuly 21, 2015
    Hamburgers were delish! Shoestring fries were crispy on the outside soft in the middle! It was great! Our server Caroline was adorable and so very sweet!
  • OC Weekly
    OC WeeklyAugust 4, 2014
    When Oprah mentioned The Counter on her show, it sent sales skyward at the original Santa Monica store, paving the way for franchising. Read more
  • Brandon F.heart icon on user image
    Can't really go wrong with a burger from here... It's a little pricey, but every once in a while I don't mind paying for a great burger. Still not as good as Eureka or Unami though, sadly.
  • Ryan C.heart icon on user image
    Ryan ChangNovember 8, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The burgers - which are quite expensive - are well worth the price, as you can taste the QUALITY in the meat! (I chose the antibiotic free one)
  • Gilt City
    Gilt CityApril 29, 2011
    With four types of patties, 12 types of cheese, 33 toppings, 21 sauces and six types of bun, exactly 312,120 different burgers combos are possible. (House-made guac and tangy tzatziki are two faves.)
  • Blaire B.
    Blaire BabyakAugust 28, 2011
    My favorite burger place ever! My daddy and I always come here during football season and sit at the bar. Look out for the market specials too! Lamb & bison burgers! Great beers too!
  • Suzie
    SuzieAugust 31, 2014
    Good accommodations for those with gluten intolerance or allergy. Offers gluten free buns (Udi's) or have your burger salad style.
  • Michele S.
    Michele SaffariDecember 22, 2012
    Love the burger bowl. You can have the fries without the guilt of eating too much carbs when you eat the burger on a bed of fresh veggies.
  • Brandon F.heart icon on user image
    Brandon FeatherstoneApril 19, 2015
    Skip the side with your burger and order the Parmesan fries instead! Great for two people to share.
  • Brian F.
    Brian FranksMarch 28, 2010
    Awesome custom made burgers. Choose your meat, size, type of bun, and choose from doezens of choices of sauces, cheeses, add-ons, etc. Get your burger any way you want it and they are incredible. Onio Read more
  • Bill L.
    Bill LoveMarch 1, 2012
    Really good burgers.... any way you want them. Not the cheapest burger around but consistently good. Ditto on the 50/50 fries
  • The Counterheart icon on user image
    The CounterMay 6, 2013
    Check out our new Sweet Sriracha Sauce. To comes with our new RedEye Burger being served for National Burger Month
  • Kyle O.heart icon on user image
    Kyle O'MaraAugust 10, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Even vegetarians and vegans like myself will love it here. Very filling and tasty vegan patties.
  • Dave H.
    Dave HuxtableApril 28, 2013
    Veggie burger available (and good!). The parmesan fries are delicious.
  • J T.heart icon on user image
    J TOctober 15, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Order the sampler plus 4 fried pickles same price as the non-menu trio...try the Hoegaarden on-tap cheers!?
  • Jon M.
    Jon MarshallOctober 6, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Make it between 3-6pm M-F for happy hour with $2 Mini Cheeseburgers, 1/2 off Starters and $2 off drafts and glasses of wine
  • Mark C.heart icon on user image
    Mark CarrollMay 4, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Love it all. Ask for the sampler starter. It's not on the menu.
  • Nofi ..
    Nofi .BAugust 2, 2016
    Happy hour + juicy burger! 👅
  • Gevork G.heart icon on user image
    Gevork GevorkyanAugust 11, 2014
    Great tasting custom burgers. Must try if ever nearby...
  • Sara S.heart icon on user image
    Sara StewartJune 12, 2015
    When we want burgers, this is the best in town!
  • Neil S.heart icon on user image
    Neil ShapiroMarch 8, 2015
    Excellent service and food. Pricey but worth it.
  • NORMAN B.
    NORMAN BRODEURSeptember 22, 2015
    Love the counter such great burgers - Norman Brodeur
  • Jacksonheart icon on user image
    JacksonMay 23, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the apricot sauce. Adds a little sweetness to my burger.
  • Michael Antonio
    Michael AntonioOctober 3, 2012
    Happy hour mini burgers are the way to go here!
  • Peter A.
    Peter AnargirouAugust 22, 2014
    Order a burger to your exact specifications and get the 50/50 as a starter!
  • Nojan J.heart icon on user image
    Nojan JahedmaneshJune 2, 2014
    Just dont eat the day before, they serve LARGE burgers:D
  • Don Michael Antonioheart icon on user image
    Don Michael AntonioJuly 9, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Updated brand new menu again!Getting awesomer!
  • Benjamin S.
    Benjamin ShanthikumarOctober 8, 2011
    Sweet potatoe fries are good. And veggies for your burger are good!
  • Nguyen D.
    Nguyen DuongJune 12, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    the chili here is surprisingly good. do ask for a sampler taste though. i've gotten it kinda sketchy at other locations.
  • NORMAN B.
    NORMAN BRODEUROctober 3, 2015
    great cheese fries family fun NORMAN BRODEUR
  • Erica A.
    Erica A.July 5, 2010
    If you get the opportunity, try the Parmesan Fries off their Market Selection menu...Mmm!
  • Akta A.
    Akta AghedaOctober 29, 2011
    It's not on the menu but you can get the trio - regular fries, sweet potato fries & onion strings.
  • OC Weekly
    OC WeeklyFebruary 15, 2012
    What are some of your fave burger toppings? We are trying the roasted garlic aioli.
  • Jim W.
    Jim WendtAugust 3, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Irvine location happy Hour 2.00 mini cheeseburger 2.00 beers 3-6
  • Denetteheart icon on user image
    DenetteJuly 28, 2015
    Amazing!! Eat then stroll around.
  • Becca
    BeccaJune 20, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Get the fried pickles! So good!
  • Allen L.heart icon on user image
    Allen LowderJune 1, 2015
    Love the sweet potato fries
  • Michelle H.
    Michelle HermarkJanuary 23, 2012
    Their balsamic vinaigrette is REALLY good.
  • papawow
    papawowOctober 7, 2010
    Add pineapple, eggs, green chilies, and sprouts with peanut sauce. Mmm.
  • North County Law Group
    North County Law GroupNovember 14, 2013
    Get the fries. Fantastic.
  • Stephanie W.
    Stephanie WilkenMay 4, 2013
    Sign up for the e-mail for specials!!!
  • Jamie E.
    Jamie ElgieJuly 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    One word: Hoegaarden. Great beer, served here.
  • Leonardo V.heart icon on user image
    Leonardo VillasenorAugust 11, 2016
    The Custom Hamburgers!
  • NORMAN B.
    NORMAN BRODEUROctober 3, 2015
    great outdoor seating!
  • Alex B.heart icon on user image
    Alex BatmanApril 25, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Great selection
  • Jessica G.
    Jessica G.June 2, 2012
    Gluten free buns?! Be still my beating <3
  • Vicky C.
    Vicky ChangDecember 8, 2014
    Custom burgers
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