About Crispy Counter
Crispy Counter is a beloved neighborhood salads & bowls spot in Philadelphia, PA, with a modern feel and a sunlit dining room with banquettes along one wall. The kitchen leans into salads & bowls done well, smoking their meats in a custom offset pit out back.
The signature item to try first is the Cobb Salad, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Harvest Bowl, Caesar Wrap, Buffalo Chicken Salad, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($$), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find a steady mix of office workers, students, and curious tourists, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours craft sodas, local kombucha on tap, and house-brewed iced tea. The kitchen happily accommodates common allergies if you let them know. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, catering trays for offices and parties can be ordered with 24 hours notice. Expect a short wait at peak hours, but the line moves quickly. Whether you're new to Philadelphia or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable salads & bowls fix, Crispy Counter earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Crispy Counter. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.7 out of 5 across 393 reviews.
Crispy Counter has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the Cobb Salad but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Hidden gem. We were in the neighborhood for an appointment and stopped here based on a friend's recommendation. So glad we did. The Harvest Bowl was unreal — clearly made with care. We're already planning our next visit.
Solid spot. The Buffalo Chicken Salad is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Great salads & bowls option for the area. The Cobb Salad was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Mediterranean Bowl stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Location & neighborhood
Crispy Counter is located at 4158 Chestnut St in Philadelphia, PA. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.