Tried this place for late night cocktails and Sunday brunch. Really like the restaurant atmosphere, thought the cocktails were decent, but overpriced. Made a reservation for brunch and we were seated right away. The food was delicious and our server was very attentive and welcoming. Would definitely recommend for brunch, but can find better cocktails for cheaper elsewhere in Pittsburgh. read more

They have TOFU. I really don't need to say much more....ok, I do. As a vegan it's AMAZING to be surprised by options not listed on a menu and this was one of them. I ordered a salad - thought I'd starve for the night and then our server mentioned they had tofu. Weeeeee... There are a lot of great options like chickpea curry, a potato dish, roasted cauliflower starter...the list goes on and on. Cocktails were creative and served beautifully - we would definitely go back. read more

Upscale. Hard to find parking since it's downtown but it's your average yuppie restaurant. Good food, nothing to write home about but i had an overall pleasant experience from the hostess to the waitress read more

I liked it here, but I would never spend my money here on food again. Drinks - maybe, if all other options were exhausted. I had brunch with my girlfriends here this past Saturday and while the atmosphere and company I was with were great, that's about the extent of my great experience. Our waitress was nice, but not super polite. Seemed overwhelmed/annoyed by our group of 6. Our drinks were OK. Waitress seemed to be pushing $11 glasses of Bellinis on us. With the garnish in the flute taking up most of the room, I could've finished it in one gulp. It was just OK. I had a bloody mary with the pickle infused vodka. Also just OK. Drinks took absolutely forever to come out. We were one of just a few other parties there, and I would hate to see it on a busy day or night. Around the table, we ordered the burgers, crab cake Benedict, pierogis and eggs and I had the Western PA omelette that came with potatoes. No complaints about any meals, but they, again, were just OK. At $18 for an omelette, I would expect something slightly more than what I believe were frozen potatoes. They were not seasoned. I have had far better omelettes and potatoes at Pamelas or.....Eat n Park to be honest. Presentation was boring which was also disappointing given the trendy atmosphere It was fine, but that's about as good as I'll give it. For nearly a $50 tab just for myself having two drinks and an average meal, I didn't find it worth it. Couldn't even get a pretty food picture out of it. Again, if I were having drinks before or after a dinner reservation elsewhere, I might have different thoughts because it seems they have interesting/fun cocktails and an extensive bar menu, but the food and experience for brunch missed the mark for me. read more

I don't understand the bad reviews. Every time I come here the service is great and the food is even better. Yeah it's a bit pricey but the atmosphere is very chill. read more

Not a huge fan. I've dined here alone, with work people, family, friends, etc., and I just don't feel the quality of the food matches the price. Especially the drinks. While the liquor selection is extensive, the bartenders seem uninterested in suggesting new liquors and drinks. Their tartare is "unique" for lack of a better term. I've had tartare all over the country and this might be my least favorite. Their Lamb burger used to be good a couple years ago, but they seem to be trying to hard. read more

Let me start off by saying I was very excited to try this restaurant out for brunch. We had a reservation which was helpful, if you plan on dining here make a reservation for sure! The decor of the restaurant was modern and industrial feel. We had 4 people in our party. The food was good, nothing to get overly excited about. Meals: Omelet- decent sized and flavorful. Commoner burger- great proportion and great tasting Crab Benedict - was solid pancakes and side bacon- had to order child's menu pancakes because they were not on the regular menu. side of bacon was $6 dollars .. pancakes tasted homemade and was sized for a adult serving. The 3 star rating is all because of the waiter. The service was not great at all. We waited 25 mins to get our drinks. (wish I was exaggerating) I had to walk up to the server who was standing around talking in the corner to see if he forgot about us. When he did come back over with our drinks he did give me a free cocktail because of the wait. The waiter never informed us about the specials. He never stopped to see if our orders came out okay or if we needed anything. Someone in the party had to get his attention while he was walking past our table. Over all I would go back again and hopefully not get that server again. The food was a solid choice, but it would not be my first pick for brunch. read more

Just to start out- our waiter Chris was the absolute best. Great recommendations across the entire menu. Fried cauliflower was the bomb. Then, I was served something straight off of a dinosaur. The biggest pork chop ever, and it was fantastic. Rounded off with the stick toffee pudding and the birds nest desserts. 10/10 would eat here again. read more

The Commoner - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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The Commoner is a neat restaurant. The atmosphere is cool. The way it is set kind of below street level. They have a sort of industrial type look. It's neat walking in. My wife and I went for breakfast. I ordered the pancakes and eggs Benedict. I was sadly disappointed in the pancakes. The were extremely salty. Almost like they were cooked in bacon grease. I didn't even finish them. The eggs Benedict were ok if you did not eat the biscuits. They were really sour and not good. My wife got the Omelet. It was good but it was not really an omelet. It's was ham and cheese between two egg type patties. My wife wanted an omelet so she was a little disappointed. The potatoes that came with breakfast were delicious as well as the BloodyMary. Our service wasn't that good either. Overall our experience was very disappointing. read more

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Not sure why people like this place. It offers generic food with generic flavors. I had the burger/sandwich with fried fish and it was not really appetizing. I think you'd probably get better flavor from the Filet-O-Fish at McDonald's LOL. read more

I have been here several times, mainly for lunch, and I just had to share that I think the food has improved since my last visit - I had the most delicious quiche and salad yesterday. Both were really thoughtfully & carefully prepared -- the salad dressing was excellent, and the salad was well-dressed and well-presented. The quiche was delicate, moist, and so flavorful. It's so nice to see a resaurant that is able to take these staples (salad & quiche) and really prepare them thoughtfully & with great effort so as to elevate them. Also great to see a restaurant improve from prior visits. Well done! read more

4 and one-half star actually. My wife and I had dinner with her lifelong friend and her husband and adult daughter. The Commoner is impressive when you first walk in. Very upscale appearance. I'm from NYC and have been to 5$$$$$ restaurants (rarely, of course). This place has that vibe. That impression was immediately offset when greeted by the maitre d who was approximately 25 and dressed in a flannel shirt, jeans and sneakers. The drink menu consisted of unique concoctions with descriptions that included "coconut fat washed" vodka... I can't consume what I don't understand. The waitress said that everyone asks what that means: coconut fat washed... The menu at The Commoner is, well, common. To me, it seemed quite limited. Nothing caught my attention so I had a hamburger. It was done well- rare like I asked. The french fries were not "burnt" as I asked. Then came out "normal." Overall, I like the ambiance of the Commoner. The service was excellent. I would return definitely for a burger. read more

Don't let the name fool you. Just happened to stumbled into this great find. Although it isn't lost to the locals it was a place I'd hang out at if I lived local. Food was excellent read more

The Commoner - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Reservations for lunch definitely recommended. The lunch menu is short and well rendered, and the service attentive. They'll turn your table around quickly if you're in a hurry, and do it graciously. That granted, it gets loud enough at peak lunch to make conversation difficult. If you're at a four-top, there is no way that you will be able to have a conversation that includes the entire table. read more

so its late about 10 pm on a Tuesday we dropped someone at the greyhound we needed nearby food...usually my trusty yelp app is on par but this evening it steered me a little wrong the search was diner The Commoner came up 1st and its just down the block ... ok fine lets give it a try its right on the corner of a really really narrow street parking oddly was an issue but we finally found a spot this place is dark lots of tables you can see the cooks working in the open kitchen we are quickly seated look at the single page board menu whoops this is no diner not even close menu has steak chicken dishes a veggie curry dish salads nothing under 12 ok ...decide we will stay because there is a decent crowd for such a late time everyone looks happy Our server and I don't know his name was super welcoming ice tea served right away and water son pretty much only eats burgers or wings and thankfully there is a burger on the menu it doesn't come cheap at 18 bucks but ok we are here and the place has a nice vibe I decided to try the sticky pudding its $11 it is what it is my mind set was not fancy steak house prices (they have a waygu on the menu) sons burger is big with a nice side of fries and a bacon extra bottom bun is so wet he asked for a replacement bottom and in a flash a new bottom bun arrived interesting right? Also they only have cheddar or provolone for a cheese burger offering the fries are served in their own little metal basket cute and those fries were so nice hot crispy really perfect my pudding is more like a brown bread soaked in some toffeish sweet sauce with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top it was sweet and tasty are really good 11 dollars good? maybe the restaurant is in a hotel so if your staying there you can add the meal to your bill son remarked that this burger was on the list of Pittsburghs best burger I breathed a sigh of relief because if it wasn't I would not have been so happy come with the expectation of an expensive restaurant and you will be fine food is good service friendly read more

The Commoner - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Had the Tikka Masala since I was looking for a vegetarian option -- delicious to say the least. The rice had perfect texture and the sauce was finger licking good (but I had to refrain). The naan was great also, they give a proportionate amount of it to go with the entree. read more

The Commoner - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We ate here for breakfast and it was delicious! I would recommend this place for breakfast! Later on I came into the bar and asked for an old fashioned, and the bar tender told me he doesn't put a cherry into his old fashioned. I told him then it wasn't and old fashion. Plus the drinks are expensive. read more

Best food and drinks in Pittsburgh! My partner and I came to Pittsburgh for Light up Night and stayed for three nights. We came here for the first night and loved it! I got the Lamb Burger and my partner got the Tikka Masala, and we loved it! Out of the three restaurants we went to in Pittsburgh, this was my favorite!!! I can't wait to come back again! read more

The Commoner has EGGcellent Eggs Benedict!!! I haven't had such great Benedict in a long time, so I will be going back that for those.

Beautiful building, great service most of the food was good. Unfortunately, there are two significant disappointments. First, if you're going to aim for breakfast- you've got to be able to prepare eggs appropriately. I ordered over medium, they were brought to me with runny egg whites (gag) They tried again and were simply fried, yolk and all. Second, if your going to present your establishment as upscale, take the time to actually prepare potatoes. Instead it was frozen, diced potatoes that were deep fried and bland. read more

the commoner is attached to a hotel but very easy to access and is pretty quiet. i've been here twice. once for dinner and once for breakfast. i think the breakfast is better and i would definitely recommend the english muffin because it's unlike any i've ever had. on the other hand, i wouldn't recommend the french toast because the flavors were just odd to me. i took a star off because i think their menu is interesting, but a little too strange at times. read more

The Commoner - yinz need breakfast - includes egg whites, bacon, potatoes, and the best english muffin i've ever had - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We stopped in for brunch over the weekend based on all of the other reviews we saw, and it did not disappoint! The brunch menu was diverse, but not overwhelming. After hearing the daily specials, I had my heart set on the quiche, however it was not going to be ready for another 30-45 minutes. I ended up ordering the chicken and waffles, as I was in the mood for something sweet and savory. The chicken was cooked perfectly - crisp and juicy. The waffle was so light, fluffy and packed full of flavor and the cherry compote paired perfectly with the salty, crisp chicken breast. I would definitely come back to try the various other menu items that piqued my interest. Tip for others thinking about trying The Commoner for brunch - If you arrive before 10 am, the quiche may not be ready so have a backup plan when it comes time to order! read more

The Commoner - Crab Benedict w/Potatoes - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Let's talk about the Lobster Mac and cheese on Eats. There's a lot to improve. Maybe don't punch above your weight...? I ended up making myself dinner and down $25. read more

Conclusion: Fried Chicken Sandwich might be the greatest I've ever tasted. Back Story: I bombed into Pittsburgh for only one night to see Stanley Cup Game 1. Stayed in the Hotel Monaco. We pre-partied at The Commoner, located in a sub-level of the hotel entrance. I like that feel. Similar to an Old World European pub, but of course this place is pretty posh. The bartenders were friendly and well versed in their beverage offerings. Fast forward to the morning after a solid night of celebration and I found myself nearly slumped over in a booth ordering a much needed greasy sustenance on the menu called the Fried Chicken Sandwich. I opted for brussel sprouts out of guilt but should have gotten the fries. Back to the sandwich: This beast was a half foot high and a good portion was the juiciest chicken breast, just the right amount of mayo, potato roll, other condiments and the crunchiest pickles. I was shocked that it tasted so good. Yes, I was massively hungover, but I'll never forget that Fried Chicken Sandwich. read more

A pleasant place to eat; rather noisy but fun. Dinners have been excellent; the fries are crispy, steaks cooked as requested, tasty salads. Not cheap, but in line with other restaurants of this sort downtown. Brunch was somewhat of a disappointment. The fruit plate was a fruit salad, not slices of fruit, and the melons had all been cut so close to the rind that each piece had a hard, flavorless edge. Someone needs to train the prep chef. My husband's egg, bacon and English muffin plate was fine (it's hard to go wrong with that), and the English muffin seemed to be homemade -- at least, it wasn't a Thomas muffin! My "Overnight Oats," however, were a starchy, gloppy, tasteless gluey mess. Oddly, no oatmeal was evident; there was a lot of chia seed so it was like eating frog spawn. I complained and they took it off the bill, but no one said "We're sorry" or discussed it with us. So -- dinner good, breakfast risky. I'd be willing to go again, but I'd avoid the frog spawn. read more

Went to the Commoner for brunch before our CLO matinee. Great atmosphere...really vintage looking, and the food was great!!

I got the crab Benedict! Sooo yummy!!! This place is more beautiful than you think. It is hard to take photos that display how awesome the decor is because the way the awesome lighting design in this place washes out the appearance of the photo. Cool mirrors with maps on the wall awesome interior design. Drinks are really well made and exotic. Stellar drink and food presentation as well. The waitress was nice but if I were this business owner I would hope there was a little more follow up for any additional food or drink orders. She brought out the check and I had been waiting to order another incredible drink. So I awkwardly had to state that we were not done and then she proceeded to bring me the most beautiful decorated drink with beautiful color arrangement of edible flowers. It was a really rich in dimension of flavors kind of drink. Overall a very good experience! Thank you! read more

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Very disappointed with the service and the rules.. Dinner with my team of 6, wanted the super rigid chefs burger.. Meat,bun etc. just a burger but with no cheese that's it, no cheese. No, no, nope they would not do it. ""The burger can't be modified".. oMG!! This is Pittsburgh, really.. Never again! read more

Warning to people with allergies and food intolerance: STAY AWAY. I clearly stated I am celiac to the person who took our order, and made sure she understood I must strictly stay away from gluten for medical reasons. She acknowledged she understood. Then as my dinner was put in front of me, I was told "here is your gluten free dish". After taking a bite I realized the salmon had a breaded crust. It turned it had gluten in it. I was offered a complimentary dinner voucher for the future. That will never make up for how awful I will feel for days. I tore it and left it on the table. I will NEVER go back again. The staff and chef are in serious need of training. read more

Hôtel Monaco has so hidden gems. With the Commoner downstairs and the beer garden on the rooftop. I went for brunch for my birthday. I made sure to make a reservation after reading reviews, because like people said they get busy in there. The mimosas were really good, and the apple chicken sausage is a MUST! the staff was super sweet. I enjoyed the deemed lighting and the various seating options. Super chic and good vibes. Will definitely go back again read more

I've been here several times. Brunch, lunch, dinner, and drinks. I like the brunch menu best, but I have a weakness for a Bloody Mary with tomatillo juice over tomato, so it is an easy call. This review is about the bar staff. I was there last night for post-dinner drinks. I love another brunch cocktail- breakfast of champions. I asked about it and they went above and beyond to mix up the ingredients special since it wasn't part of the dinner cocktail menu (it uses this cinnamon cereal milk that is amazing, they had to make it). I wish I knew the guy's name who waited on us. Tall, blonde, glasses. He was so friendly to everyone, and really made us feel welcome. Most bartenders would've just said they were out of an ingredient. I watched him approach multiple parties and do just a little something to make each one feel special (light up ice, remembering a frequent guest). Well done. read more

The food was absolutely delicious! -- and the atmosphere and decor are beautiful with the lots of energy. I ordered the lobster bisque and Commoner Burger - both were great! My husband ordered the strip steak (medium) and it was cooked perfectly. The hostess was incredibly sweet and despite having a 30 minute wait on a Tuesday evening, she suggested places we could go in the hotel to have a drink and texted us when the table was ready. The only negative (and reason for only 4 stars) is that the service was very slow. Once we were seated we waited for quite a long time for drinks and then for over an hour for our food. The waiter was really busy and not very attentive. We would definitely come again.... just with the time set aside knowing we might be there for awhile! read more

A very friendly atmosphere, food is great, and drink selections are perfect. I got a chicken sandwich, not going to complain the chicken was a bit dry. I know lots of folks like dry. Tasty and satisfying regardless. I got the Geek Flat White Stout... I am happy I did, for this is a top notch Stout. My wife got the grilled cheese and she absolutely loved it. She paired that with rhinegeist bubbles, which was very tasty. Then we got the milk & cookies skillet for dessert. That was Devine... and we will probably order some later tonight for a late night snack. read more

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Talk about delish! And a cozy atmosphere? Yasss please. I had the half chicken and it was so amazing I forgot to take a pic. I loved the atmosphere and unfortunately it was too cold for the rooftop but I hear that's awesome! I'll definitely be back to try it out. read more

After an amazing night at the Monaco hotel, having brunch at the Commoner restaurant was a must. The Commoner is the hotel restaurant with an industrial chic feel. We were lucky to be seated near the Chef's table, where the chefs are preparing traditional brunch options with a unique Pittsburgh flair. I had the Crab Benedict and the boyfriend had the Western PA omelet. Both dishes were full of great, seasonal flavors. The cocktails were also creative-not your average brunch cocktails. If you're looking for good food, nice ambience and relatively affordable brunch with great customer service, the Commoner is definitely a great choice. We will be back! read more

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Great looking place. Pretty limited menu. No breakfast at 11am. Pretty reasonable prices for a place in a hotel. Food was good. Not memorable. But good. Jeff H. Chatsworth, Ca. read more

Went there later t night for a drink. Place was very busy and thebar area was generally full. We took one of the high tables and ordered a bottle of wine - it was a little overpriced but a good way to end the evening. Staff was efficient and too k care of us. Late night snack was the flatbreads which were too thick crust for my taste. They was also not flavorful with the cheese being almost like a sauce on top of the flatbread. An OK place read more

Been here three times now when in town for work. The Commoner burger is good. Had the pear and arugula salad last time. Excellent but you'll need more for dinner. Someone else in our party had the Commoner salad, which was much larger and about the same price. Curious. Beers are always good here, with a variety of pale ales and ipas. A half level underground with an industrial decor, very nice with great lighting. Great place for groups at the high tables and tall cafeteria style long tables. Acoustics are too lively; you end up leaning over and yelling to the person across the table when it gets full. Its becoming our go-to when we're in town; although it's not cheap and I keep thinking you can get the same for less Philly. Location is right downtown and close to the hotels, which could explain the price. read more

I love the ambiance of this place which has a more classic look with modern nuances, which is a refreshing change from all the hipster look-alike places popping up all over time. This place as a very interesting cocktail menu with combinations of flavors and alcohols "washed' in strange things I wouldn't have expected, but they manage to make it all work well. I only wish they didn't put so many ice cubes in those expensive cocktails and put more cocktail instead! Most of the dishes I had were quite delicious with generous portions. I particularly liked the pork belly with grits appetizer and the steak tartare appetizer. The angry lobster entree was tasty and did have a few nice chunks of lobster in it, but there was way too much pasta for the small bits of lobster you get so they would get lost in there in the red chunky sauce. My friend had the whole roasted branzino which was very tasted and I also really enjoyed the sticky toffee pudding. One item was really disappointing and that was the cheese fondue and I've never had a cheese fondue I didn't like before. It was a brie cheese which perhaps didn't work as well as some of the more traditional Swiss cheeses like gruyere so it was quite bland and lacking in flavor and also came out cold. It did not taste like any spices or wine was used, as is traditional in fondue. There was a candle to heat it up but after 20 min it still was not warm so we had to ask them to eat it so it would be properly gooey. The service was excellent and we finished in plenty enough time to make it to our show. However, the prices were quite high. read more

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Over-rated. Food was nothing spectacular. The creative touch to each of our meals was disappointing. The salmon was good and the sides that complimented the dish were not desirable. Service was equally as disappointing. My barely touch plate went unnoticed and we weren't asked about the food. We will not be back. There are much better options. read more