Took my family there for graduation day and it was very enjoyable! The parpadelle was excellent. The pot roast special was just as good if not better. My son and I had burgers which were also very good. The reason I gave a 4 was bc I didn't think the cocktails were great. The descriptions are very fancy and hard to understand! I understand they are trying to be upscale but it's a little much. I have been a casual drinker from many years and still didn't understand a lot of their descriptions. Overall was a very nice experience and will go back when I am in Pitt again. read more

If you want a unique food experience and something outside of the norm, check out The Commoner. The food was anything it common. We started with two appetizers: carrots and Brussels sprouts--but they were not ordinary. The carrots were roasted with purple sweet potato paste and the Brussels sprouts were roasted with garlic cloves. Both were flavorful and delicious. We each ordered something different and all 5 of is enjoyed our meals. I tasted the crab soup which had the consistency and flavor like a bisque. My Commoner burger had a charbroiled taste and the fries were cooked and seasoned well with salt and pepper and served in a metal fry basket. I probably wouldn't go back because I'm not daring with my palette. read more

The Commoner - We shared appetizers so here's a carrot with sweet potato paste and some Brussels sprouts with a goat cheese ball. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We went to The Commoner for dinner before our Foo Fighters concert in Pittsburgh and it was a great atmosphere and the food was delicious. I had the commoner burger and it was the best burger I've had in a long time! My boyfriend had the pork chop which I tasted and that was also amazing! I would say prices are not cheap. My burger was $18 but was definitely worth it to me! Make a reservation if you want a table. We sat at the chefs bar and got to watch them cook! I thought that was pretty cool! We didn't have a reservation for that. read more

Pappardelle -- yess. I really like this spot for a drink or for dinner. Relaxed vibes, with good dinner or bar seating. I'd definitely consider this as a spot to meet friends casually (big bar area), or to have dinner with friends or colleagues. Had their Termes Tempranillo to start myself off and couldn't have been happier. Whoever is picking the wine has done a good job... I also appreciated the service at the bar. They were timely, friendly, and helpful in finding me a dry red. I took one look at someone else's pappardelle and just had to have it -- it's definitely a dish I'd come back for. Look forward to my next experience. read more

During a stay at the Monaco, I landed at the Commoner bar after a long flight, feeling totally exhausted and famished, traveling alone on business. Every single staff member was so welcoming and really revived my spirits - especially Pierre, the amazing chef who I got to watch prepare my dinner (very cool open kitchen). The staff seems to have a great rapport w each other in general. And the food is DELICIOUS. I ordered the Amish Chicken and this kind of comfort food was just what I needed. Also - holy s**t - the toffee pudding is to DIE for. In short - chic atmosphere, friendly people, inventive creative food, what's not to love. read more

I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a while, while I was in Pittsburgh on business. I had heard from some that it was as good as Meat and Potatoes. Perhaps I went in with too high of expectations. I went on a Thursday night and there were not many people there. I ordered the Commoner burger with a side salad, short rib pirogies, and mac n cini. The mac n cini was awesome, however the short rib pirogies weren't that great. It was literally just short rib in a pirogi dough and then fried. The burger was what was really disappointing. It had a sour taste to it and the beef bacon had a weird texture. I won't not recommend this restaurant, but I will probably not come back given the other similarly themed restaurants in the area. read more

Ate here for breakfast while staying at the Kimpton Monaco. Service was slow and the food was average. I also found the dining room dark. Like other hotel restaurants, it's wildly overpriced. There are much better places locally. read more

Come here often for lunch and on occasion dinner. Food is always good, but they need a bigger menu. If you are a picky eater, you will have trouble here. Service is always good! read more

This place is absolutely amazing! The staff and experience is the best service I've ever had!! I continue to enjoy my time spent here!

We decided to have Thanksgiving dinner here since we just moved to Pittsburgh and don't have family nearby. The restaurant is very stylish, great atmosphere. Our server, Rachel, was amazing! She was helpful, funny, and very conversational. The food was above average. The turkey was a little cold but otherwise everything was delicious. Come here for the toffee bread pudding alone. It'll be worth the trip! read more

I loved the scene...dim, downstairs, bustling. Feels like you are in the right place. Service ....excellent. Food? Meh. Inconsistent. I was there twice in a week for business. Same green salad with grilled chicken. Once, full grilled breast, 2nd time, small pieces of chicken (far from a whole breast). Soup salty and cold. Must ask and pay for bread service, which is small (for 1-2) and notably stale. Really? With the prices as such, throw in the bread my friends!!! Let's give them another shot as they are new....but food in pittsburgh is fabulous and affordable. This place will need to step it up quickly. read more

A great restaurant for a nice sit down brunch! The pierogies and kielbasa are fantastic and so is the chicken and waffles. This restaurant is attached to a hotel so it can be pretty busy sometimes--a reservation with open table is probably the best option if you want to come during prime hours. read more

This place had an good atmosphere with a mixture of bar seating and nice tables. We arrived around 8:45 on a Sat night for dinner. Not too noisy, so good for conversation. However, the quality of the food was variable. The roasted cauliflower appetizer was delicious. The chicken wings had a nice texture, but seasonings did not play well with each other. The burgers (regular and lamb) were tasty, but the fries had a dry mealy texture. The tikka masala had an excellent flavor, but was mainly sauce with only rare chunks of vegetables. The $10 upcharge to add protein seemed excessive for a $20 vegetable puree. The hotel unfortunately allows people to smoke immediately outside the rotating front doors, and this may it very unpleasant to walk through. read more

Good lighting, good space, generous portions. Very much enjoyed it service was great. Most dishes have a little bit of a sweet element but it works. read more

Let me start by saying that I love the atmosphere of the Commoner. It blends the feel of an upscale eatery with the look of a dark, intimate basement, while still having plenty of space. I've been there twice in the last month. The first time I had the pork Mac and cheese, with a scotch egg for an appetizer, and the infamous sticky toffee pudding as a dessert. The scotch egg was delicious. The egg was cooked perfectly and the sauce that came with it had just the right amount of kick. My entree, although it was delicious, Came out Luke warm at best. The dish itself was delicious, though! The dessert lived up to the hype, as well. There's no wonder that it's been on the menu since the birth of the restaurant. I went again last night and had the black market - it was a wagyu flank steak with potatoes and carrots (a Demi glaze as well, but I can't remember the specifics of it). Unfortunately, my dish was Luke warm again. Also, per the waiters suggestion, I ordered it rare expecting it to be tender - it ended up being extremely chewy and difficult to eat. The others I was with also ordered it, and had similar things to say. The flavors of the dish itself were great, though! I want to like the Commoner. I really do. But I've had subpar experiences both times leading to the below average review. read more

Pancakes where really good. Not crowded at all . Great place if you want to be low key and enjoy you food in pieces .

What an amazing meal. After a long day of travel we sat down and were treated to a great experience. Kudos to John our waiter, we were not the nicest when we sat down but he quickly won us over with his dutiful services. Thanks again for taking care of this worn traveler. read more

Great atmosphere. Big flavors on all dishes. Knowledgeable staff. Wonderful bathrooms. Great location. Just overall an amazing experience.

I'm upset that I spent $500 at brunch today for what can only be described as lackluster service and presentation. The food was fine, served in the utmost austerity. A grilled cheese uncut in a plain dish with absolutely zero accompaniment. Not a fry, a pickle, a chip. The other meals ordered followed suit. It's a really weird time during Covid where menus are limited and things feel odd. As I keep saying, if we don't go out and support these restaurants now, there won't be anywhere to go after this is over. But why bother going out for this type of service/food? They can do better. And no matter the circumstances, we should expect to be treated better. read more

I go to Pittsburgh for business a few times a year. If you are in Pittsburgh, for any reason, do yourself a favor and hit up The Commoner. The drinks are amazing, beer selection is top notch and the menu is awesome. Try the lamb burger...it's a nob-traditional take on a burger that needed to happen. It's like a gyro on steroids. Service is on point as well. Great spot! read more

This restaurant/bar has a nice feel to it when you walk in. It is dimly lit and the decor has an upscale NYC feel. On that note, I'd like to point out that this bar is not located in NYC and (that being said) I feel that their drinks are wildly overpriced. A bottom shelf vodka and coke was $13 for example. One of my friends ordered something pretty basic and it was around $20. In addition, there are these two long tables that are positioned very close to the bar. During my visit, it was very crowded and people were literally smashed on top of each other. The waiters had to constantly remind people to stop setting their drinks on the two long tables as they were preparing to seat the tables for two parties that had made reservations. I walked around the non-bar portion of the restaurant and noticed that there was plenty of open space and potential for seating. I'm not sure why those two tables were placed so close to the bar. As I wrote earlier I have only been here once but the crowd that I saw during my visit was "older". A lot of business people, women with caked on makeup and overdone hair, men who looked like they might smoke cigars and golf on the weekends, cougars and the such.... Mainly the sort of people that could afford overpriced drinks. I kind of felt like a turd in a punch bowl. I didn't get to try the food because I could only afford to nurse two drinks. Also, being crushed between some lady with a high pitched squeaky voice and some pot bellied dude with garlic breath wasn't fun. If you insist on giving this place a try I would avoid the bar area. read more

Made a 9:30 reservation. Showed up ready to spend bank and have a good time, but upon arrival, staff told us they were closing and to hurry up. Will never return again.. read more

Delicious food! We went to the free happy hour from 5-6pm and then headed downstairs for dinner. Had the Brussels Gratin as an appetizer which was delicious. I like Brussel sprouts so this was a hit for me. They can make this vegetarian if you prefer it that way. For entree I had the commoner burger and my friend had the Tikka Masala. My burger was yummy. Tender and cooked to perfection. My friend didn't like her Tikka masala. It was sweet and generally tikka masala isn't sweet. So if you're looking for a spicy Indian curry, this is not your place. We finished the night with tres Leche cake but that was disappointing. Very spongy..which is the opposite of what true tres leche should be. read more

Brunch was ok. The Bloody Mary bar was really well done. And our bartender was very very good. Do a better job with the menu, don't fire that kid, and you've got yourself a winner. read more

Fabulous food & excellent service make this restaurant a real gem. The menu is creative & varied so there are choices for everyone. A MUST TRY when in the beautiful, re-gentrified city of Pittsburgh read more

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Industrial with Pittsburgh character! Came here for late night drinks and brunch and both were excellent. A super versatile spot. I spent an inordinate amount of time looking through the menu on this one because of the unique dishes but everyone shared my positive opinion on the food no matter what they chose. One of the most impressive Bloody Mary bars I've seen in a while. Good times all around here! read more

Had brunch here this weekend - menu was amazing and service even better. The drinks are unique and were wonderful; nice atmosphere. Even though they were so busy service was impeccable read more

We sat at the bar with Josh as our bartender and it was AMAZING! Our standard drinks were delicious and then we let him play around and create and it was even better! He was very knowledgeable and personable! Our experience was so enjoyable because he truly enjoyed what he was doing! read more

The Commoner - 2 Blackberry shrubbles and a PA porkchop! - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great spot! Feels like an old speakeasy. The wine on tap is interesting! The appetizers are delicious, especially the Devils on a horseback and fried crab bites. I had the scallops and risotto, which were excellent -- the only thing I can criticize is that the risotto was the color of brains or ground beef, so that looked a little weird. But otherwise this is a great spot! Similar to Meat & Potatoes, so if you like that, you'll love the Commoner. I almost forgot -- the sticky toffee pudding is RIDICULOUSLY GOOD! read more

I have been here a few times and all has been well! Today however was a different story. There was some sort of shift change and the entrees took forever and not one bit of acknowledgement or apology. I watched as the food sat in the window and the staff looked confused..We sat a while without utensils after finally getting them. Food is good but the service was below standard. read more

I travel to Pittsburgh quite a bit for business and pleasure and typically stay at the Omni. On our last trip we used yelp to find a new place to eat that was relatively close to our hotel. Yelp suggested this place. Not sure why this place is listed at $$ as it was relatively expensive for what you get. Secondly, this place is definitely geared more towards the foodie crowd. Lastly, the food was just ok. I got a burger and for $18 I would rather grab a meal at Market Square or south side. We probably won't be returning. read more

Came here for early dinner with my partner. We had reservations for 7:00 on a Thursday evening but definitely did not need it as the restaurant was fairly empty. Drink menu was extensive, and their signature drinks all sounded wonderful (I stuck with a beer). We ordered a number of appetizers -the roasted Brussels sprouts were wonderful, as was the roasted cauliflower dish. The crab and corn fritters had a decent taste, but the texture was a bit interesting with the crab. Our favorite appetizer order was definitely the broccoli toast! I ordered the Commoner salad, which had a wonderful vinaigrette dressing and a nice mix in the texture of the ingredients. My partner ordered the Commoner burger, which he seemed to enjoy and came with a side of fries. The onion jam that came with the burger was especially delicious. read more

What a delicious breakfast in a beautiful backdrop! Our waiter was very good! Will definitely go back!!

By far the worst service ever. We called in to get a late night table for 5 and the hostess on the phone was extremely rude. I chalked it off as phone thing. We arrive and she was just as rude while seating us. She threw our menus at the table. Our server never bothered to talk to us and never came back. For first time in my life I walked out after I have been seated. Very disappointed. read more

Warm inviting atmosphere and satisfying breakfast. Excellent coffee and the best homemade sausage I've ever had.

Huge pretzel was very great! Pretty good burger and fries too. A bit loud at the bar, but I'd return

Excellent English pub. Just arrived in Pittsburgh and found this nearby for breakfast. Had a great egg white spinach feta omelet with bacon and fruit. Great service and the rest of the menu makes me want to come back for dinner. read more

Stopped in this afternoon. Sat at the bar. Ordered a whiskey sour (believe it's a maca colada or some fancy name). Drink was $15. Decided not to order anything from the limited bar menu as I saw the cheapest item was a butter salad for $11. Bar menu is the only option between 3-4 pm. After 4 pm you can select items from the dinner menu. I viewed the dinner menu and didn't see anything that wowed me. Decided to pay for my $15 drink and leave. read more

Commoner is great...... except for the food. Fairly average for it's billing as a top restaurant in the city. Get a new head chef and all will be well in the world. Steak tartare was the only remarkable dish. Go.... but..... w/ skepticism. It's like anything.... set yourself up for the greatest experience ever and be disappointed. All that said, I'd go again, strictly for the ambiance and baller atmosphere. read more

Customer service, customer service, customer service... that should be your number 1 for running a restaurant. The hostess hardly said a word and was very rude. I got the chicken sausage and it was very undercooked. I brought this to our waiter's attention and he picked up my plate looked at it and said "looks normal to me" and sat the plate back down. Very neat location and I liked the atmosphere but don't any customer service. read more