Love finding nice establishments like this in Temple! Easy access off W Adams with ample parking. I'd say this is a mix of casual, recreational fun with high end dining elements. Big building with spacious dining areas, outdoor space, and the pickleball courts of course. There's also an upstairs area that's exclusively for members. The interior and exterior design is exceptional. Very clean and pleasing to the eye. Welcome to All - not just pickleballers! High end liquors with experienced mixologists. Great cocktail list. Wine list was pretty short but had some good bottles on it. Brunch food was good. The breakfast croissant sandwich was hard to handle and fell apart but tasty. The Southern Poutine was hearty and comforting (sausage in lieu of cheese curds) The bartender was exceptional-knowledgeable, engaging, and attentive. Would love to see a broader wine list with greater range. Was disappointed they didn't have the fireplaces on especially since it's been so cold. A nice fireplace would have really elevated the experience by adding a cozy atmosphere. Also, they have a fruit fly problem. read more

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First the good. The food was very good, BBQ Cauliflower was great, my wife and I shared the smoked meatloaf and it was wonderful. About server was nice and attentive even though we were the only ones outside at first. That said, overall we were nickel and dimed for everything. It really felt like they just want money. If a 14 year old wants to order off the kids menu, they charge an extra $4, but it's not an adult portion, it's the same amount of food they just want you to pay more. It makes me not want to bring kids here. Also, if you're eating and the pickle ball courts are empty, there is no discount for playing pickle ball, and they make sure to tell you that you will be charged while you eat your meal. The courts are empty and they don't have any reservations for them, but they need their money. We were told they would provide paddles and balls, so we didn't get ours from the car, and then we were charged for them. I love eating at great restaurants, but when a restaurant nickels and dimes you..it feels cheap. read more

Went for a Valentine's Day dinner. We were just passing through. It looks really nice inside- like luxury ranch type decor. Big bar as well. It was freezing outside and they sat us right by the door so we asked to move closer to one of the rooms that had a fireplace and they reseated us. The waitress was nice and attentive. Having pickleballs courts at a restaurant seems a bit odd but other than that the ambiance was nice and the food was 10/10. read more

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The place has definitely gone down hill since it opened. The food is not good, cold, not attractive on the plate and subpar. I asked to have fireplace turned on and girls said it was broken they are waiting on parts. The parking lot is 1/ paved and half dirt rocks and hard to walk on especially in heels or elderly. The are not enough handicap parking spots and the door is hard to open you need to be THOR to PUSH open. For the prices you pay it's not a good place. read more

I would recommend Commonwealth for the ambiance and drinks. The food has been disappointing each time we've been there, especially for the price. We had a birthday dinner here, and sadly no one liked their food, mostly due to nothing being well-seasoned. Brisket queso fries- normally we look forward to these, but they were skimpy on the amount of fries this time. Brussels sprouts-too hard Chicken fried steak- nice portion but bland Honey hot chicken salad- chicken was hard and cold Honey hot chicken wrap-same Ribeye-good portion and cooked right, but bland WDC burger-bland I'll also add that I was scared to order an espresso martini here again, as the last time I got one was the worst I've had and when I told the waitress, she didn't offer to have it remade. TLDR: would come here to meet for drinks as I think the inside and bar area is so nice but will stop ordering food here. read more

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Commonwealth is a boujee restaurant with three outdoor pickleball courts. It's a really nice concept. You can reserve courts online one month in advance. They have a good number of times that are automatically reserved though. It's $30/hour Monday through Thursday and $40/hour on Friday/weekend. They also charge $5 to rent a paddle, which seems pretty steep when you can buy a cheap pickleball paddle for $10. If they're using high-quality, expensive paddles for rentals, then maybe $5 would be reasonable. I am not sure if they are though. There are a lot of tables on the patio but very limited shade. We had to move from the table right next to our court to one on the opposite side just to get a little shade. We got some pricey appetizers that were pretty average and small portions. I was playing pickleball when they came, so by the time I came back, there wasn't much left for a good picture. We got the brussels sprouts, green chile queso, and flatbread. I don't really have anything special to comment on them. They were okay, but the service was good. I haven't heard stellar reviews about the food here. It just seems like mid American food. I would not come here to eat, but I like this place for the pickleball. read more

Commonwealth - The remnants of brussels sprouts, flatbread, and green chile queso - Pickleball Near Me - Temple, Texas

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Food is so good, great cocktails and huge selection! Pickle ball courts and so much to do outside. Highly recommend

I'm rating solely on drinks, vibe and service. We did not get food. I met my friends here for a girls night to chat and try cocktails. The server was super friendly and helpful. We sat in a cozy side room with a couch and comfy chairs and had it all to ourselves. It was not dead in there, but nice and mellow so we could actually have conversation and hear. We told our serve what type of things we'd normally order and he made recommendations and we trusted and tried them. I wasn't expecting bad at all but wasn't expecting how great the cocktails would be either! They were fantastic! We got a spicy margarita and mezcal old fashioned and a paper plane. They were all done very well! Actually, these were flat out the best cocktails I've had since we moved to this area. Better than places we've been in Austin, as well. I like whiskey cake and their drinks, but I liked these even better! We had a great time and we will definitely be back. I moved to temple from dfw and have really struggled with the area as it doesn't have much going for it and a lot of things are run down or not good. It was so refreshing to find a place close that was nice and didn't look like a relic. read more

We love Commonwealth! Atmosphere, quality of delicious food and fabulous hospitality! read more

Commonwealth - Cheers to a great Saturday night dinner date! BBQ cauliflower perfect! Mark had the chicken fried steak that never disappoints! - Pickleball Near Me - Temple, Texas

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My family went expecting great chicken fried steak. Unfortunately, it was not only tough, but it had no flavor. My sister-in-law had the herb chicken - that was great (it earned an additional star). The service was terrific, the server was very friendly and helpful. Will have think hard about whether we'll be back. read more

Went last night with my husband, food was subpar I ended up sending one of my dishes back. I don't know if there has been a change in management or chefs or quality all over but the food was really bland. Drinks were great and the restaurant is beautiful with even the outdoor seating, but definitely won't be eating here again. Just drinks at the bar with some girlfriends. read more

Last night we took mom out to dinner and had the best experience at Commonwealth!! From being greeted and seated by the hostess to the great customer service from our waitress Izzy the vibe was all positive!! Our party of six did it all, appetizers, dinner, and dessert and it was all delicious!! Kids had burgers, we had meatloaf, ribeye, and beef stroganoff with beignets for dessert. Such a great experience we will be back next time we come to Texas!!! read more

Service was terrible. Waitress took one order at table of 4 adults, and walked off and put the order in. Never came back to table. when we finally got orders in and received food, it was mediocre and cold. Prices were rediculous for what you received. Bad service, mediocre food, and too expensive. Second visit, but will not return. read more

The food is...beautiful. The whiskey, bourbon, and scotch selection is ....beyond comprehensive. The wait and bar staff are very knowledgeable. Just be careful you know what you are ordering. If you are just experimenting...ask. You can go from $30 per pour to $250 effortlessly and smiling the whole time. read more

We walked in on the soft opening to an impressive entryway with a highly polite staff. After three visits, we tried the burger, chicken fried steak and superfood salad. The Waygu burger has fantastic flavor but the bun is dense and takes away from the experience of the wagu and cheese. I'm sure they will work this out, but it is a shame how close they are to a great burger only because of the buns. The chicken fried steak has a nice sweet grave and is a joy. It's not a massive serving like most places, but it's a proper portion with tons of delicious flavor. The superfood salad has an excellent balance between sweet and savory. The portion size is perfect for a quick, healthy lunch. Overall, this is a great place, and I will see us eating with friends many more times in the future! read more

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We tried out Commonwealth tonight and really enjoyed it! They are definitely still having some growing pains but nothing that will keep me from going back. The food was delicious. I had the wagyu short ribs and my husband had the wagyu smash burger. We both cleaned our plates. The short rib had room to be a tiny bit more tender, but flavor was amazing. Mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts were perfect. The burger and fries were also perfect - great bun, great char, great crispiness on the fries. Service was super friendly. Everyone seemed to enjoy being there. I liked that there were little seating areas that seemed open for people to use while waiting on a table or if they were done with their table but wanted to hang with their party and finish their drinks. There was room to improve a few things. We were a party of two and they kept the table set for four the whole time. My drink and our waters didn't make it out until we were halfway through our meal. I saw a manager walking around, but I didn't see her check on any tables and she did not stop by ours. They have a pretty annoying fly issue, but do have fans on the table that do a decent job of keeping them at bay. The acoustics are NOT good. It's a big space with high ceilings so everyone's conversations echo. I think this place has a ton of potential and I'm psyched it's in the neighborhood. I can't wait to see how they continue to improve and try more of the menu! I do hope they don't keep the reservation-only thing going for too long. It's great that they're popular but it's going to be frustrating if you can't just drop in for a last minute date night. read more

Commonwealth - Wagyu Short Rib (after removing the mound of garnish) - Pickleball Near Me - Temple, Texas

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Wow! Love Commonwealth. The staff, service, food and atmosphere could not have been better. I highly recommend Commonwealth. This is my new favorite place. read more

Our group arrived on a Saturday brunch time and were seated immediately. Staff were friendly and service was relatively quick. We had an issue with one of our meals but everything was quickly resolved. I would come here if you're looking to dress up and enjoy some brunch time with friends! read more

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Drinks and apps are delicious. Main courses weren't amazing for the price. Definitely a great happy hour place.

Food was good, fairly priced, service was also great. Nice place to have in the area.

This place is so worth it. The food, ambience, and service was all amazing. Can't wait to come back And this is great for date night or any occasion. read more

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Came here one evening with friends and had so much fun! The decor was elegant and inviting. The drinks were tasty and hand-crafted with care. The pickleball courts outside seemed nice and many people were playing. This is a great hangout spot and I will definitely be back! read more

Commonwealth - The Swiftie - Pickleball Near Me - Temple, Texas

Drinks were phenomenal, and brisket fries were amazing. This was our second time back and we will continue to come back. We got brisket fries in Georgetown and I literally was like these don't even closely compare to Commonwealth- and they were at a place with "meat supply" in the name! The drink prices and food prices are worth it for the quality and time they put in it. read more

Well curated selection of premium craft bourbons and other distillates. Food is good, especially green chile queso and peach flatbread.

I'm very disappointed how elegant this place looks and how dissatisfied I left feeling. Don't judge a book by its cover. If you're here for a good time to drink and spend time with family & friends then I would recommend this place to you. If you're looking for good food then I would steer clear of this place. I ordered the Brussels sprouts, Wagyu Burger w/ waffle fries & an old fashion as I was recommended from my waitress, who was doing her best! The brussels sprouts were very unseasoned. I felt like I was eating them out of an unthawed bag. The wagyu burger did not taste like Wagyu. It was a very small portion of meat. They forgot to put lettuce and tomato on it. They forgot to ask me how I wanted it cooked. It was dry. Unseasoned as well. They weren't busy to make these major mistakes. The waffle fries were freezer burnt and tasted awful. The old fashioned was made well and I enjoyed that! Overall the atmosphere is great like I said. It seems to me, the owners of this place only care about PROFITING and not about their REPUTATION. The food reflects that. I wish you success with your business. I hope this review is taken seriously. Best regards! read more

Commonwealth - Pickleball Near Me - Temple, Texas

I have to agree with other reviewers in regard to the food not being up to par with the atmosphere. The building is beautiful and the ambiance is lovely, it feels very upscale. I was surprised when I saw their menu items. There were a choice of four antres as well as sales and sandwiches. We started with the chips and queso. I wasn't a fan of the chips, but I also admit to be sort of a chip snob. They poured a small amount of hot sauce on the queso and the two did not marry well. I opted for the special, a catfish sandwich. The catfish honestly tasted like it had been previously frozen. There was an excessive amount of breading and a mixture of seasonings that did not enhance the flavor of the fish at all. On a positive note, our waitress was extremely friendly and helpful. Hopefully they can expand their menu some. I'd love to hear what others think! read more

Bougie! But priced nicely. Great selection of bourbon. Premium cocktails. Food is great and reasonably priced. Service is awesome. Not in to pickleball but if that's your jam they've got it. read more

Bad food, bad service. Ambiance is nice. The food came out cold and was subpar to tha of a fast food chain. read more

Commonwealth - 16 dollar "damn good burger" - Pickleball Near Me - Temple, Texas

The good: the ambience is wonderful, the staff was kind and as attentive as they could be on a busy night. The chicken fried steak was well made, juicy, gravy was on point. Beignets were crispy, flaky, and came with a delicious berry dip. The music made my early 2000s teen heart happy. The bad: we sat for 15min before a manager found us and realized we had not been taken care of. Our appetizers came out cold, including the queso. I ordered the orange honey chicken and it was warm, I will add that it was a lot of sweetness and I was hoping that the veggies would offset it but they were swimming in honey so it was just a sweet dish all around. We ordered dessert before we even finished dinner because our waitress had shared that the kitchen was behind. We sat and waited 25min post dinner for our to-go order of dessert and our waitress came back and let us know that the kitchen "just told me" they didn't have anymore of the chocolate cake that we had ordered. Okay, understood. 10min pass we still don't have the beignets so we decide to cancel it and get refunded. The manager came up and said she would void the entire order and take off the 2 desserts but let us take the beignets, so we did but at that point we were just disappointed. I was really hoping this would be a local spot we could enjoy but I left wanting and wishing it was more memorable than what it was. read more

Commonwealth - Beautiful decor - Pickleball Near Me - Temple, Texas

My family and I had not had a chance to visit Commonwealth because we live about 25min away, but after last night we will definitely be back! Last night I reserved two pickleball courts for my 14yo daughter and her friends to enjoy for a small birthday get together. Upon arrival the staff was so kind in greeting us and although I did not make a reservation for outside seating, they accommodated us quickly and our entire group had a great spot by our reserved courts. Mikayla (I'm so sorry if I misspelled her name) was our waitress and she was absolutely amazing! She has the best customer service and took exceptional care of us! Mikayla was also kind enough to put my daughter's cake in the fridge so it didn't melt in this Texas heat. Everyone that helped Mikayla bring out food was also so kind and accommodating. We really enjoyed all the food and a few of us parents enjoyed the drink menu as well! Commonwealth, thank you for having us! This is a great space and was so much fun! read more

Came back here with my whole family to play pickleball and have dinner outside. It was amazing and our server Mercedes was THE BEST! There were a lot of us and she was so patient and made our visit that much better! Thanks Mercedes for your kindness! We will be back soon! read more

Commonwealth - Brunch Hash &Peach flatbread - best ever had! Pink limousine & cucumber basil, so good! Not pictured the peach cobbler- must have - Pickleball Near Me - Temple, Texas

Nice aesthetic, but noisy, flies everywhere, slow service, cold entree except for the green beans which were good. That was not worth the price we paid. I have no issue at all dining with children, but you could not carry on a conversation without shouting above the 7-8 screaming, unattended children running amok between the tables while their parents drank at the bar or hung out upstairs in the club. A group of kids were using the room we were in to chase around a pickle ball under the tables, and since our chairs kept getting bumped and we couldn't hear above the screaming, we rushed through our meal and left. Still, my biggest issue was I paid a premium price for cold chicken fried steak and had to go hunting the staff for our check so we could pay and leave. read more

We had a great dinner with friends tonight at The Commonwealth! So thankful for a place like this to come to West Temple/Belton/Morgans Point. The entire venue is amazing. Great food, stylish bar and outdoor areas and beautiful pickleball courts. We had 3 appetizers (pimento, peach flatbread, brussel sprouts), cocktails (Black Betty & esquire - both delicious!), and multiple burgers and fish/shrimp platters. Everything was delicious and our server was adorable! We'll be back for sure! Make reservations for dinner! If you can't get inside to eat (recommend), the outdoor area with the stage & corn hole is breezy and nicely shaded by the main building after 6pm ish. read more

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This lovely place just opened 2wks ago me and hub checked it out today. The outside is industrial and modern-great access and parking. The inside is an elegant and warm design, tall ceilings, plenty of great light! Nestled right in our neighborhoods! 1230 Saturday-seated at bar(we could've chosen outside) there was a private event happening so some seating was reserved-didn't take away from our experience! Everyone was friendly and we were checked on by staff other than our server. We had the chubbies(Philly sliders) and brisket fries with Hefeweizen on tap! Both dishes were very flavorful and topped with signature sauces, and fresh toppings. It's our first try, and a great one. Pickle ball courts, cornhole, plenty of seating and running room for littles. We really enjoyed our experience. read more

I've been here about 5 other times. Every o the time the food has been amazing. I have told everyone to try it. However, tonight, my husbands 40th birthday, I made reservations and the food was so much worse than what we have previously experienced. We usually order the pimento cheese for appetizer. Today we ordered the queso. The queso came out cold and chunky. We asked for a redo. Never got it so we ended up just asking for the pimento cheese and cracker. Which was good as usual. We ordered the pork chop to share because we planned on dessert. When we got the pork chop and cut into it, it was raw and pink and cold. We sent it back and ordered the Wagyu burger. I didn't taste it but my husband said it was good. The fries were crispy. We ended up not getting dessert because we had snacked in so much random stuff that we were full. And we had two drinks in the meantime. I always rave about this place and mention it to everyone but tonight was a really off night read more

Overall, great experience and would recommend. Food is tasty, we had the whipped feta as a starter and salmon and snapper for dinner. Both dishes were prepared well, fish and vegetables were seasoned well and cooked properly. Think maybe the rice was slightly overcooked or sat a little long in the pan, but flavor was good. We sat outside on one of the picnic tables. Lots of space outside for activities, seemed attract a lot of children (not good or bad just a fact). Inside looked nice, will sit inside next time. Reservations are a must, especially on Fridays. Great time and we will definitely return. read more

Atmosphere 9/10 Seats: 9/10 Brisket fries 9/10 Chubbies 6/10 (slightly bland meat) Smoked chicken 10/10 Mashed potatoes 10/10 Green beans 9/10 read more

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Being a local, I enjoy Commonwealth on a regular basis with my wife and sometimes adult kids. When my wife and I walk into the bar, Diesel, one of the bartenders has our drinks made by the tine we sit down usually. She makes great martinis. The drinks are a bit pricey, but well made. I really like the BBQ pizza and my wife loves the burgers. We always sit at a table in the bar or at the bar where reservations are not needed. Great place. read more

Seems this place is hitting it's stride now that it's been open for several months. We had heard good things about this restaurant for a while and decided to try it out tonight. There were three of us, my wife and I plus a friend. We were not disappointed. The atmosphere was bright, modern, and friendly. The front-of-house staff were all friendly and welcoming. We started off with drinks and the loaded queso fries which we shared. The portion easily served the three of us, and the fries were nicely done. For our entrees, I had the Shrimp Pappardelle. The shrimp were well-spiced and delicious, the pasta was a good counterpoint to the shrimp'. My wife had the burger. It was well-prepared and she really enjoyed it. Our friend had the Blackened Snapper and made short work of it. We finished up with a shared "Chocolate is My Spirit Animal dessert. This was a lovely way to end the meal. Our server was friendly, and attentive, in a very unobtrusive way. Water glasses were refilled as needed, and our orders were delivered quickly and overall, the timing of the courses was excellent. The Belton and West Temple area have needed a place like this for a long time. The Commonwealth is casual, but smart and a bit more upscale. The menu is fairly small, but it covers all the bases and all the items are well prepared and well presented. Portion sizes were reasonable and the price was as well. Overall, we were very pleased with The Commonwealth and will definitely be back. read more

The food here is very bland and nothing special at all compared to the price ): service was lack luster and it seems like they're just charging more to pay their rent lol. Wouldn't recommend coming here at all. read more