Excellent locally sourced food. Great place for breakfast. Expect a long line and food pricey. But worth it.

Food and customer service was great. A little pricey for breakfast but worth it. I had the honey butter French toast with bacon and coffee. read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Honey Butter French Toast 10/10 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

Great food and service every time. Delicious and well prepared. Very clean with ample parking.

best spot for lunch and coffee while studying. Great atmosphere and amazing healthy food read more

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Great cozy place, food was really good and the prices were reasonable. The staff was really nice. Will definitely return!

Mmmmmm. My go-to practically every day. I come here to study during the week and I LOVE the food here. Great balance of healthy and delicious. Such a great ambiance to get things done on your computer and work while still have a nice cup of tea or lunch. Highly recommend if you haven't been yet! read more

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Yea whatever pass. But I think we saw Rod Stewart here. If you want to go out to brunch and look cool come here. The place looks good, and the food is ok, but the place is so Birmingham just over the top, foo foo people and over priced foo foo food. No you can't get beacon eggs and hash browns here, this isn't that kind of breakfast, and if you order their $4 coffee don't expect a refill, like I said this just isn't that kind of place. For me Pass. read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Breakfast sandwich with sausage, French toast n potatoes. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

The grilled cheese is soooooooo goood. It's so cheesy and crunchy and I absolutely loved all the decedent flavors!

This is one of those modern, trendy cafe that you see in big states like California. Definitely worth the visit because overall a very solid brunch restaurant. The interior is very nice, the food is good, and not too expensive. The service is meh and the ordering system is confusing, but it does affect the score. I got the Fried Egg Sandwich, Avocado Toast, and Kale Salad. The Fried Egg Sandwich was pretty good and the portions were pretty good too. I was quite surprised how good the value was. The Avocado Toast was decent. I personally would've liked it better if it was actual slices of avocado rather than guacamole and used poached or fried eggs. Personally, I like runny yolk with my avocado toast. But these are very nit picky minor details that comes mainly down to preference. The Kale Salad was decent too. The dressing was good and the vegetables are pretty a lot fresher than some salad restaurants I've been to. I really like this restaurant. There wasn't anything really bad, overall everything was good. Definitely coming back here again to try different drinks and the quiche. read more

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This was a really cute brunch spot I checked out with my friends this weekend. Everything about this place is insta-worthy, from the interior of the cafe to the baked goods and food. It was really busy during lunch hour, and there was a decent crowd that there was a line almost the door. I ordered the quinoa power bowl since I was feeling like something healthy, as well as an almond milk cappuccino. While the bowl was good, it was definitely not what I expected. There was more quinoa than vegetables when I had hoped there'd be more of a balance between the two, but it was definitely delicious. I snuck a bit of my friend's blueberry pancakes and those were also really yummy, but would definitely fall on the richer side. Prices err more on the expensive side but it's what I would expect at a cafe like this. Street parking is available but might take a few loops around to find spot. Since you order at the counters and there is so many people, the service is really limited. Food also took a while, so be prepared for a wait in general. I'd come back if I had a long morning and wanted to catch up with friends. I also see this place being a great study spot during the weekday when it isn't as busy. read more

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I like the food here, my complaint is about the service. If you are going to close the windows, put up the chairs and spray cleaning solution the second it hits "closing" time, you should probably stop serving customers about 30 minutes prior to closing. I wasn't being "kicked out" but I certainly don't feel welcome in a sea of chair legs with cleaning solution being sprayed within feet of my food. Maybe you could stop serving 30 minutes prior to closing, or start closing with one side while your customers finish meals on the other side? Or you could only offer carry out the last 30 minutes. I get that you want to go home but, you did take my money. I would like to have the same experience as someone who was there an hour before me. read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Closing time! Enjoy the view. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

Commonwealth is a perfect brunch place! If you are looking for place to study, or just a quick bite that is made with quality ingredients this is the place for you. I wish they had more locations! The location is still perfect in Birmingham where you can take a stroll right after read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

After my little sister introduced me to this place, I kept coming back for their Commonwealth Salad. It's so delicious that I wish this place was closer to my work in Novi. Other than that salad, I recommend their steel cut oatmeal set for breakfast. Absolutely delicious (and easy to take nice photos of.) read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Oatmeal! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

Just went today and my experience went pretty well for the first day! Brought a date with me and we both had a great time! That atmosphere there was really pleasant/ relaxing! The staff were nice and our meals came quick! Awesome place I'm definitely coming back here again with more friends read more

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Urban restaurant for dining in or take out of breakfast, lunch or dinner. The menu has a nice selection of American cuisine but it is PRICEY $$$ I had crab cake benedict @ $14 it came with one egg. Who serves egg benedict with only one egg??? One egg served on a crab cake with a bed of arugula did not satisfy my hunger or give me my money's worth. The one egg crab cake benedict should be priced $10. The service is so-so. It took 20 mins for my breakfast to arrive which was too long. The coffee is delicious however there are NO free refills for customers dining in which I think is stingy. One free refill for "in diners" is not going to take away revenue. Parking is available in the nearby structures or on the street. read more

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This place has changed a lot. Met a friend for brunch. Breakfast bowl and a cup of coffee and my bill was over $30. They automatically add 15% tip in and there really isn't much service considering you stand in line to order. The kicker was when I asked for a warm up on my coffee and was told they don't do refills. Wow. Paid over $5 for a cup of coffee and no refills? I won't be back Better places nearby with actual service and coffee refills. read more

I was charged 15% for tip when I placed the order. What was this tip for? Aren't we supposed to tip for services we are given when we pay? The service sucks. I simply asked to refill a cup of coffee but it never come. Only one restroom for several hundreds people? How did they get a permit to do business? I never going back. read more

Catching brunch without a reservation on a Sunday morning makes me cringe at the anticipated wait. Before heading to the Farmers Market, my family and I stopped in. Having never visited before, I was surprised to learn that you order ahead at their counter and they bring the food to your table. First come, first serve - no hosts for seating. The place was busy, with people scattered about and conversations flowing. Ordering and receiving our food was a breeze and although $20 for one entree seemed steep, three people could have probably shared my "simple breakfast." Great local spot, and il definitely be back for more - hope to take on their French toast next! read more

Really really love this place. I recommend looking over the menu before you step in line because it goes fast and you might be the next to order. I haven't had a whole lot here but I love the kale salad. It's delicious and a generous portion size. The goat cheese quiche is also really good. My only complaint is how early it closes. read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Kale salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

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Came here around 1pm on a Thursday for lunch with a friend. My first time and it was very chill and quiet. The vibe of the restaurant is nice to eat alone or with friends or to study or hang out. They have indoor and outdoor seating and it's great to sit outside if the weather is nice and street isn't busy. Lots of fresh pastries and fresh coffee like drinks to try. I ordered the shitake omelette and it was good, just needed a tad bit of salt. The bokchoy salad it came with was good too. Friend ordered the French toast and it was a great proportion of berries and whipped cream. Prices are pretty good. Service is quick and staff are sweet. read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Shitake Omelette, French Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

While it is rather expensive (given it's in bham), I've never had a better chai latte anywhere else, everything on the menu that I've gotten has always been fresh and delicious, pls give this place a try! read more

Price is high yes, but the food here is pretty unreal. Love the interior design and aesthetics of the restaurant. They have gourmet bakery items, imported coffee, and lots of certain dietary options. I come hear 1-2 times a week and rarely have issues besides a long wait for the food to come out. read more

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Normally, I'm not a fan of "Instagram" food. You know what I mean. Any basic bitch knows. I know. The food that looks ever so tantalizing and makes you drool all over your phone. That kind of food. And this place offers it up in droves. The good + lighting is amazing. Open windows and layout allow for perfect lighting and photos. + ordering is easy. Order at the counter and they send it to where you are sitting (disregard the fact that they are watching your every move and the way your ass bounces up and down as you're walking to your table so that they know where you're sitting) + food is pretty good. Salad is huge, I mean if you're used to huge things (you know what I mean girl!) then you'll feel right at home here. + churizo egg sandwitch is amazing. Very complex levels of taste in such a simple dish. Good even for the baddest witches. + people that work here are so chill. You know a guy is chill when he wears a beanie and flannel. The bad - the chicken in my chicken tandoori is cut up kind of weird (mini cubes) That's it baby. Go here and fulfill one of your wildest wet dreams of taking insta food pics with the hashtag #buzzfeedfood and getting at least 25 likes and a comment by your best friend. Don't forget to change the sheets later. read more

Commonwealth is a cute spot for breakfast/brunch/coffee/lattes located in downtown Birmingham on Hamilton. Parking: There are a few different parking options. The first option is the parking garages. Garage parking is free on Saturdays and Sundays. During the week, valet parking is available and free for the first two hours, then $5 for each additional hour from Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. There are also some street parking spots in front of the restaurant. Food: I was there for brunch on a Saturday. There are a variety of different options including: omelets, quiches, oatmeal, eggs, pastries, etc. I had the oatmeal with fresh fruit, which was delicious. Coffee: There are a variety of coffee options including lattes, pour over coffee, and matcha. They have almond milk as an option as well. The lattes are good and are a decent size. Service: This is one of those restaurants where you go to the counter to order, then take a number and they bring the food to you. When it gets crowded it takes a decent amount of time to bring you your food, so I recommend going into the restaurant at an off time if you want your food right away. Additionally, if you decide you want another latte/coffee after you sit down you have to wait in line again, so just something to keep in mind. Overall, a great, casual, and delicious place to grab food in Birmingham. read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Almond Milk Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

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I am giving this restaurant 4 of 5 stars strictly because of the price per good food ratio. The restaurant uses quality ingredients such as organic eggs and fresh coffee beans, but you will definitely pay the price. This restaurant is definitely worth going to for breakfast or brunch. You can never go wrong with a latte, pretty much every I see is ordering lattes! I however ordered black coffee (amazing- in case you're wondering all you coffee snobs out there) and the multigrain toast with guacamole, arugula, sesame seeds and a fried egg- I recommend swapping for a fried over vs. the hard boiled they recommend. read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Multigrain toast with guacamole, sesame seeds, arugula, and a fried egg instead of hard boiled. Delicious and surprisingly filling - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

You could never go wrong with a hearty brunch at Commonwealth. I love it here!!!! There is a wide variety of items on the menu made with high quality, organic, fresh, and organic ingredients for everyone to try. Your palate is sure to be pleased! Definitely a go-to!!! read more

Commonwealth Cafe - French Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

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I like this place. The coffee and tea are great. I don't care for the food menu. If you don't eat eggs, then you are left with one or two other choices, even at lunch and dinner. I wish they had a few more things on the menu that did not include eggs. Everything else about this place is great. read more

The coffee here is excellent. The ambiance is light and airy and welcoming. I have not eaten here yet but the food looks fantastic. read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Nonfat cafe mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

I love this place!! I've been here way too many times. I've only had their salads, soups, pastries and drinks. But all of them are amazing. My favorite salad is the kale salad. Their C-latte is amazing and a must try! It has a perfect light sweet taste. They also have great macaroons and multiple coffees and teas. It's usually pretty busy, especially on Saturday's. And they don't take reservations, you order up front, find a table and they'll bring the order to you. Also, they close at 3 which sucks, wish they'd stay open later. read more

Bad and boujee! Ask for bacon and your wish shall be recipes! Bacon fried rice with two poached eggs was served and destroyed. This place is aesthetic to the max all the way from the food to decor or the employees. As for the deserts - amazing , macaroons were the best and I just wish the cakes had frosting but that's a personal preference. read more

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Awesome. Can't find a flaw in this place. Staff is friendly and warm. I had a simple black brew that was perfect. Hubby had two C Lattes. They were amazing. We couldn't resist the grilled cheese and tomato soup. Best I've had. I'll be back...lots. Hubby declared that the place needs a couch or comfy chair. Think he'd like to stay a while:) read more

Literally heaven on earth! I have to talk myself into staying home to save money instead of going to brunch here!!!! My girlfriends and I have been going to this place for years. It's always on point. Fresh, clean, healthy, and trendy. There is no place that's better for brunch in Bham! I love the spinach omelette, lox plate, fried egg sandwich, and Mediterranean salad. I can't have the omelette without the hot sauce they have! It's amazing. I believe it's Clancy's. Amazing combo. I can't even narrow down the best coffee. All around great place to brunch! read more

Commonwealth Cafe - Spinach Omelette (sub - egg whites) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

Came here on a Saturday with my niece and sister. Simple interior but very spacious. You come in and get in line to order what you'd like. We ordered blueberry pancakes, and shitake mushroom omelette, and some tea. Pancakes were sweet just how we like them. My 22 month niece loved them! I ordered the shitake mushroom omelette that came with a side salad. The salad was on point with crunchy texture and an amazing dressing. The omelette was fluffy and delicious. Nothing like I've treated before. My sister really enjoyed it and so did I. The tea was just a tea bag, nothing special. Definitely coming back. read more

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Pricy spot with difficulty for parking, but it's always packed! I have only had the coffee, but all food looks amazing and smells great! The coffee is done traditionally and is amazing. I love the C latte, cinnamony and sweet! A nice place to sit and eat or bring work to do! read more

Commonwealth Cafe - C latte with half the syrup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Birmingham, Michigan

***Local, seasonal and delicious, Commonwealth is an excellent Detroit area breakfast restaurant*** Commonwealth is the kind of breakfast restaurant that makes me think that I need to eat breakfast out more often.  Commonwealth's talented kitchen takes good quality local ingredients and transforms them into hearty, filling, delicious, and even seasonal breakfast dishes.  The restaurant also has a contemporary and comfortable look as well as a friendly staff. For my breakfast entree, I had their fried egg sandwich, which consisted of local bacon, avocado, a fried egg, and local hot sauce on hearty toast.  The sandwich was good and had a surprising amount of heat.  There was also something sweet in it to balance the heat as well as some good saltiness from the bacon.  I also liked how the sandwich could be eaten as a sandwich.  The toast held up very well.  While the bacon was crisp and had a good flavor, it did not have the thickness and chewiness of great bacon like Niman Ranch bacon.  The fried egg was also good quality, but the yolk was cooked most of the way through so there was not that runny yolk to act as a rich sauce for the sandwich, which you get with excellently prepared fried eggs. The breakfast sandwich came with a simple but fresh salad. I had their pain perdu as kind of a breakfast dessert.  The pain perdu was made up of brioche French toast that was topped with powdered sugar, warm pecans and an apple compote.  With the warm nuts, the cinnamon and the apples, this plate smelled like the fall.  It tasted like the fall too. The apples were sweet but not overly sugary and I enjoyed the crunch of the pecans that were not too candied. The brioche French toast was very good.  The edges were crispy while the center was moist and nicely flavored by the egg batter.  Some small parts of the brioche might have been slighty soggy.  What I really liked about the pain perdu was how it was really pain perdu, which is supposed to be made of day old bread.  The slight staleness of the bread was definitely noticeable, which allowed for a more distinct crispy and crunchy crust to contrast against the soft and moist center. I also had their hot chocolate.  It was accentuated by beautiful foam art and it had the right consistency.  It was thin but not watery as well as lightly creamy though not too thick or rich.  Unfortunately, it could have used a stronger chocolate flavor. Service was very good.  The staff was friendly and the food came out quickly. Their prices are about what you would expect to pay for a gourmet order-at-the-counter breakfast.  Portions were generous. Commonwealth has a nice dining area that is contemporary and comfortable (great windows too that let in a lot of natural light).  The counter is also attractive with a glass display that shows off many delicous looking pastries as well as macarons in unique flavors like pumpkin pie, chai, and ginger with maple.  Commonwealth seems like a perfect fit for its neighborhood, which is Birminigham--an upscale, tree-lined shopping and dining area located 15 minutes or so outside of Detroit. Commonwealth is a great breakfast option if you find yourself in the Detroit area.  Not many breakfast restaurants deliver the local ingredients as well as seasonal dishes of Commonwealth. While I did not explore a lot of the Detroit dining scene, Commonwealth would have to be one of the city's best breakfast restaurants. It would hold its own very well in any city. Street parking and parking structures (free I think) are available. read more

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Brunched here today with my wife for the first time. I was impressed by the food and the amazing service. Can't wait to be back!

Thanks Annette J for introducing me to this new coffee hot spot in Birmingham! I came with a full stomach so I didn't partake in the food, but I can speak to the friendly employees, the bottled water service (such a nice touch), and the hot chocolate! The hot chocolate was absolutely delicious, but I would've liked it to be a tad bit hotter in temperature. The temperature didn't stop me though; I still drank every last sip. The work atmosphere was awesome and I even bumped into an old friend when I was there (that's you, Yoga Dan)! I'm pretty sure this would be a regular in my rotation if I lived in the Detroit area, but since I live in AZ now, I'll just be sure to visit Commonwealth on future trips to my home state. read more

I have walked by this place almost 3 times a week for about a year and never went inside... Until today! I thought it was just a coffee place until I read on Yelp that it also serves great lunch. So my 1st taste of Commonwealth was a memorable one. * I got the grilled cheese and tomato soup with a machiatto and it was perfection. They showed some TLC for my coffee. The coffee is tiny in a tea cup and expensive but I think it's worth it. *The Sandwich was one of the best grilled cheese I ever ate. 3 gourmet mixture of cheeses with grilled chibata bread. The side of tomato soup was perfect for dipping the sandwich. The price is about what downtown Birmingham is on the average for a good meal for lunch. Between $8 - $11 I must go back to try the other food items and other types of coffee. This might be a once or twice a week lunch place for me now. **FYI: food is only served until 3pm daily **Sat & Sun are the brunch menu. **Free wifi, just ask them for the password. I know it but I'm not telling you! **Although it's a order at the counter service, make sure to tip them because someone brings your food to your table and clears your table also! read more

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Commonwealth is a busy restaurant, but the food is always great. I always come here and get a muffin, coffee, and some of their egg options. It's very good. Expect a wait. You wait in line and order/pay and then they bring the food to your table. Good spot! read more

Solid 4 stars, could eventually work its way up to a 5 star once I've been back enough times to back up the hype. For a bakery/cafe style restaurant, I have to say their menu has a solid variety, which impressed me. Pancakes, salads, sandwiches, brunch? They've got it all! It's an "order over the counter" style, and I appreciated how the cashier kindly pointed out that a 15% gratuity is already applied when I was signing the receipt (I noticed a little sign by/on the counter, but appreciated the kind gesture as well!) Anyway, I didn't mind the auto gratuity at all, as servers were very swift to add silverware and water cups/carafe once we were seated. They were also prompt to clear out plates as we finished them. (Although sometimes it does irritate me when they come by too often and have to politely decline several times- I'm just trying to enjoy my meal as we were hardly seated for more than 30 min!) But the line to order was growing by 10:30AM on a Saturday morning, so we took the rest of our coffee to-go (which the server kindly refilled halfway with some hot coffee, nice touch!) We ordered from the monthly menu, so our recommendations probably won't be helpful.. but the Cuban sandwich was delicious!! As was the butternut squash soup it's paired with. A flavorful and delightful pair! The Bourbon+Ricotta toast was alright, but to be honest I was expecting like a fancy french toast, and it was just toasted bread with some spreads on top so I think I misconstrued that. (No worries, next time I got my eye on the blueberry ricotta pancakes!) Easy to seat 2, but probably wouldn't recommend for groups larger than 4 as the space isn't that big and it's walk-in's only. As far as this place goes, consider this bookmarked in my favorites! :) read more