The Commoner

The Commoner is a nice-casual restaurant and bar that is inside the Hotel Monaco and serves breakfast, brunch (on weekends), lunch, and dinner. For many years, my husband ate weekday business meals here, and he thought that the foods were average to good. Most recently, I made a reservation for a Saturday brunch. The seating hostess and waitress provided timely and polite service. The chefs cooked our foods in a reasonable time. Here are my ratings for what my husband and I ate:French Toast - 4 stars - I ate this entree of three slices of French toast that were topped with lemon ricotta, morello cherries, and candied almonds. On the side was syrup. The lemon was strong, but I liked the flavors. Eggs Benedict - 3.5 stars - My husband ate this entree. Two English muffins were topped with Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and hollandaise. The eggs were only slightly runny so could have been cooked less. On the side were chunks of crispy potatoes that tasted very good.Sausage - 3.5 stars - My husband ate these two sausage patties. We were not sure of their exact ingredients and flavor, but they tasted decent.We drank hot tea and apple juice that tasted very good.

Cannot stop raving about The Commoner! Located in Hotel Monaco, this restaurant is stunning, dark and moody. I came here specifically for the Dry January Pre Fixe Dinner special they were offering! 3 courses and 3 paired mocktails! The food was amazing, I loved their wedge salad and the Striploin was also perfectly cooked. Both desserts were absolutely divine. We had leftovers- perfect for the next day. Don't skip the focaccia bread and herb butter!

Incredible double smash waygu cheeseburger. The meat was perfectly smashed and the bun was so buttery. Paired well with their Caesar salad, which was served with unchopped lettuce. Attentive service and nice ambiance at all times I visited!

I was blown away by The Commoner. Tucked away in Hotel Monaco is one of the best restaurants in the city! Immediately upon entering, the moddy vibe gets you ready and prepared for a great meal. My husband and I wanted to get a seat but we didn't have a reservation. Little did we know, it was the Justin Timberlake concert so they were all booked up for the evening. The manager got us on a waitlist and then eventually able to get a seat! We started the meal with drinks. My husband just got a ginger Ale, but he said it was so crispy. I got a drink called, Challen Ice, which included a tall ice cube that perfectly cooled the drink down as I drank. The drink was a perfect combination of gin, creme de menthol, allspice, coconut milk, and blue curacao. I've never had a drink quite like this one.Both of us wanted to try out the smash burger because we heard that it's the best in the city, and it did not disappoint! The fries had some type of garlic or truffle oil. The cheesy dip was the perfect pairing for the fries. And that smash burger had all the pertinent and necessary elements: creamy cheese, special sauce, caramelized onions...all the good stuff! It definitely lived up to its name!The manager was so kind and gave us a free dessert for waiting for a seat. We chose the cheesecake custard. Boy was this dish under sold on the menu. The cheesecake custard was perfectly creamy. Underneath, there was caramel and pineapple that went so well with the custard. The star of the show was the strudel-like granola. I cannot describe the taste but it had a salty, buttery taste like popcorn that was the perfect salty pairing to the sweet custard. Overall, this restaurant has made it into my top 10 in the city. We came for the smash burgers, but we stayed for the service, ambiance, and everything else! This is a must when you're in the city!

I was staying at this lovely hotel, and The Commander happened to be conveniently located downstairs. After a long day, we made it just in time to grab some food before they closed.The interior is elegant and chic, with dim lighting that sets the perfect mood for an evening cocktail after a day of meetings. I also saw the space during the daytime--it's a nice spot to work, grab a bite, or enjoy a drink.For dinner, we kept it simple and ordered burgers with fries. The burger was decent--not particularly exciting, but fine. However, I did find it overpriced for what we got. I also ordered an old-fashioned to pair with the meal, and it was satisfactory. My guest felt similarly about their food.For dessert, I was intrigued by the cheesecake custard but unsure if I'd like it. The waiter kindly let me try it, and after a few bites, I realized it wasn't for me. It reminded me of cheesecake pudding with crumbles, which might appeal to kids but didn't quite hit the mark for me. I think a classic cheesecake would be a better menu option and likely more popular.Overall, The Commander is a nice spot with an upscale vibe, but it is on the pricey side. If you're in downtown and have the budget, it's worth a visit. Their brunch menu looked promising, though I didn't get a chance to try it.Rating: 3 out of 5

Food was awesome! The beef tartare was to die for. They only give you 2 pieces of bread for this app, so we had to ask for more. The salmon was cooked to perfection. The Brussel sprouts were fried perfectly. The crispy potatoes were sitting in what tasted like cheese or butter sauce.Ambiance is cool. Have to bring a jacket in the winter time for when the door opens and closes.

Every single time I make it to the commoner it's a 20/10 - and it never misses with the food. I got a bonus to stay at the hotel Monaco that night to give the full experience. One of my favorite hotels and restaurants downtown! If you haven't been it's worth heading to!

We loved every part of it. It was a good time with family and friends. I love my birthday every second of it. They allowed me to make a substitution on a my order it was absolutely delicious. Martini was amazing service was fantastic. Amazing experience

Everything we tried here was amazing. I didn't have my phone with me so I didn't get pictures of dinner - it was good! We had brunch here and it was delicious! We happened to visiting for restaurant week so we took advantage of the 3 courses for 45! Staff was great, ask for George! He has been working here for over 8 years and is honest, friendly and like cool cucumber! Try the espresso martini, you will not regret it!

The Commoner's kitchen knows what they're doing, and it shows in every dish. The menu is straightforward but executed with real attention to detail and bold, well-balanced flavors.The Spicy Crab Dip is rich, creamy, and just the right amount of heat, paired with perfectly crisp toast for scooping. It's the kind of appetizer that disappears fast. The Crispy Potatoes are a must-order--deeply golden, crunchy outside, soft inside, and made even better with a velvety taleggio cheese fondue and roasted garlic butter. Simple, but perfect.The Pork is cooked exactly how you want it--juicy, well-seasoned, and served with sides that let the meat shine. It's clear the chefs here care about the details, from technique to balance on the plate.Service is friendly and efficient, the drinks are well-crafted, and the atmosphere is lively but comfortable. No gimmicks, just seriously good food made by a team that knows what they're doing.