First light
Filter coffee, baked eggs, seeded bread from the north bakery, and stewed fruit. A slow start for guests coming off a late night.
The day, in service
Four sittings, no rush
We keep the kitchen honest and seasonal. Nothing here is a package or a deal — just plates when you want them.
Counter lunch
A short list of small plates and one hot dish that changes daily. Sit at the zinc, read the paper, watch the river traffic.
Early theatre plate
Timed for curtain. Tell staff your show and they'll pace the courses so you leave without watching the clock.
The late kitchen
Toasted sandwiches, a bowl of something warm, and a proper nightcap for guests drifting back from the district.
At the bar
Drinks, with and without
The bar runs a tight list built around one house aperitif, a rotating pour of local beer, and a full shelf of alcohol-free options that are treated with the same care as everything else.
- House riverside spritz, bitter and low in alcohol.
- Zero-proof cordials made in the counter kitchen.
- Pour-over coffee served until close.
If you are heading to the gaming lounge later, staff are happy to keep things light — a clear head is part of a good night.
Practical
How the Counter works
| Reservations | Guests are seated first; walk-ins welcome when there's room. No online tables — just ask at the desk. |
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| Dietary | Vegetarian and vegan options at every sitting; tell us about allergies when you arrive. |
| Payment | Settled at the counter. Room charges are added to your final bill on departure. |
| Children | Welcome at every sitting. The Counter is a hospitality space, entirely separate from any gaming area. |
Planning dinner around a show?
Send us your theatre time and we'll hold a counter seat that fits. It's the easiest way to build a smooth evening.