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    The Great Commoner

    4.1 (363 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Strawberry Shortcake
    Amy W.

    We spent some time in Downtown Dearborn and decided to end it with delicious brunch! There are so many amazing restaurants in Dearborn but this has been on my list for a while. It's a very cute restaurant and it was busy, but not crazy. I would imagine in a weekend that it probably has a wait though. We decided to split breakfast and it's a darn good thing we did! The portion size was absurdly large. Even with two of us eating we barely made a dent in it. We chose the strawberry Shortcake waffles. They were INCREDIBLE! I bet my blood sugar was in the 300s after this. Haha. They don't serve alcohol but they do have a variety of coffee drinks and smoothies. The service was great and we would definitely go back!

    lucky charms matcha
    Gina P.

    went here last month with the fam and everyone loved it!!! it was so hard to choose what to get. there are many great options on the menu. everything is very fresh. I ordered lox toast, it was thebest lox toast i've ever had, i'm drooling thinking about it right now! my bf loved his mushroom french omelette, and we all enjoyed the homemade jam as well. service was quick and friendly! the aesthetic on the inside is beautiful. restaurant is clean. my lucky charms matcha latte was so delicious. I can't wait to go back and try more!

    ful mudammas with some strawberry shortcake French toast. very very good
    Dustin H.

    Lovely atmosphere, a menu with high quality and flavorful ingredients, all served up with a slight side of attitude in the best, most efficient way possible. A great option for a relatively quick and healthy lunch, with huge portions and some crowd pleasing options. I will definitely be back.

    Steak and eggs (I don't eat eggs so I got double potatoes)
    Camille B.

    My friends and I were here for a concert and decided to get brunch in the morning and this is where we came. The place is a very, very cute! The staff was nice, but I will admit our server was a little slow to get to us and get items to us. I got the steak and eggs. I don't eat eggs so I got double potatoes. It was tasty but my steak was a little over what I wanted being a little bland. I also was kind of upset because I wanted more chimichurri and I didn't realize until after I got my bill at for a little Ramekin. It was three dollars. I wish my server would have made that known. The strawberry shortcake was delicious my friends and I all shared it . I'm very picky about my coffee, but their coffee is very much to my strength level. Overall, my friends and I are ever back in Detroit. We will definitely visit this place again.

    Family Brunch
    Christopher E.

    The Decor is top notch, we love the green chairs in the lounge. We love Amazing food at The Great Commoner. Excellent service

    Laura D.

    We came here today for brunch at 12:50. We originally planned to eat elsewhere, but the wait was over an hour. Popped in here for a coffee, but decided to stay for food because there was plenty of space and instant seating. Awesome! I ordered the Salted Caramel Corn Latte. We waited at least a half hour for that to come (The photo of the latte was taken at 1:36). It was a nice flavor, I did not finish it as the flavor seemed highly concentrated the lower the cup got, may have benefited from a stir up on my part. The waitress didn't care to check in on us, so we could not even place the food order. The couple next to us sat down just after we did, and they were already half done EATING before our waitress (different women than the people next to us) even took our order. I ordered pancakes and the boyfriend ordered the 3 eggs any style. My pancakes arrived with no syrup. I waited twenty(!) minutes before the waitress came to check on us so I could ask for syrup. We never saw her anywhere and had even asked the attentive waitress from the neighboring table for some. The pancakes were ok, but also a tad flavorless, I'd probably go with something else next time. The 3 eggs any style came correctly, though the pile of eggs didn't really seem like 3 eggs worth? We finished up and the bus boy took our dishes and still the waitress didnt come back. The other server ended up saying she'd let ours know we wanted to hit to road. We left at 2:25. The vibe of the restaurant was nice, loved the atmosphere! If we had a more attentive server, I'm sure the review would have been more than a 3!

    Matcha Latte
    Austin H.

    Went here for brunch and really enjoyed the ambiance -- the interior is beautiful and definitely Instagram-worthy. The service was also great, very friendly and attentive. I ordered the matcha latte, which was just okay. The egg and cheese croissant was also pretty average -- nothing particularly memorable. The potatoes were a bit disappointing, as they were overly oily and felt like they were almost drowning in it. Overall, it's a lovely spot for pictures and catching up with friends. I might come back to try something else on the menu, but I probably wouldn't order the same items again.

    Beet & Arugula Salad with chicken
    Maisha R.

    Came here again recently for lunch after a work meeting. The space is as beautiful as ever, and I appreciate the variety the menu has here. I had a grilled chicken salad and iced coffee - both were very good and filling! Service was a bit slow and parking can be tough in the area, but a great spot for dining when you have some time!

    Amanda B.

    This brunch spot has quickly become one of my favorites. They offer a wide variety of food, drinks, coffee, matcha, and tea there's truly something for everyone. The ambiance is beautiful and reminds me of a charming New York café. The service was wonderful, and Adam was great--he checked in several times to make sure everything was perfect. Highly recommend!

    Prime Double Double
    Jordyn M.

    UPDATE: I went back here for brunch and tried the breakfast burrito, it was delicious. However, service was much slower this time and nobody had come to our table to introduce themselves as our server for a good 10-15 minutes. Hopefully this was just a one time mishap! I still enjoyed the lattes, breakfast, and atmosphere but with the price it does stay reserved for a special brunch occasion.

    Shrimp and grits
    Bennie S.

    Onion my favorite breakfast spots. We normally share a sweet and each order a savory. The coffee options are amazing. Great staff and decor.

    S'mores French Toast. Very sweet
    Tiffany Z.

    Great restoration on a historical building in Dearborn. It was always in need of TLC. Good service, very tastet food and reservation are a must. We had brunch and there still so much on the menu we need to come back and try. For me, I'd skip the S'mores French Toast. This was a huge suggestion from the server and my cousin but it was way too sweet for me. The lamb flatbread- I wish there was more lamb but still good. I would have it as something to share with the table and not as a stand alone meal like I did. Great coffees and teas. It's pretty loud so maybe it would be better outside on the patio next time. And a heads up - it's an alcohol free zone

    3 Eggs Any Style
    Matthew V.

    Great service... Friendly staff... plenty of parking available.. I ordered the 3 eggs any style with potatoes and turkey bacon... Really good.. Big portions... The establishment was super clean, nice decor and a lot of natural sunlight.... my first time here and I will be back... S/O to the owner Serena the owner for checking on me and making sure my table is good... Great way to start my Saturday morning!

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    3 years ago

    Love the atmosphere, excellent service, and I fell in love with the new selection on the menu.

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    3 years ago

    The coffee is the best!! Also fantastic for dinner! The manager always makes her way to your table! My Absolute favorite!!

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    3 years ago

    Best service and best food in the city. I will always recommend this place! The ambiance was amazing. Ahmed beydoun was amazing! 10/10

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    3 years ago

    The food was so amazing! The ambiance was also great. Also our server Ahmed Beydoun was so welcoming and accommodating!

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    3 years ago

    Excellent food and restaurant aesthetic. Plenty of vegetarian options and the drinks are always great.

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    3 years ago

    great food and great service! the shrimp and grits are amazing. I will be a customer moving forward

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    4 years ago

    Very nice and roomy. Pleasant environment. Great place to meet with a group of friends and go for a walk after.

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    3 years ago

    Nice place to chill and work! Very good selection of pastries. The oat lavander latte is sooooo good.

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    I just love the atmosphere!! The best latte since I came back from Cali. Try this place you will love the coffee and the pastries.

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    3 years ago

    The food is pretty good but slightly overpriced for the portions. The bagels are phenomenal!

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    4 years ago

    Made reservations. Looked great, smelled great. Wanted to get a pasta dish. No alcohol at all. Not even wine. Left and went somewhere else

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    5 years ago

    Beautiful location and ambience. Service was fast and accurate. The food was delicious. Must try.

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    Loved it! Incredible atmosphere! Should definitely get Promenade Artisan Foods to do their pastries, but overall great experience!

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    I really enjoyed the atmosphere. Great customer service. Appreciate your service Rico

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    3 years ago

    The best food hands down food is seasoned to perfection the pancakes 10/10 and the shrimp and grits phenomena

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    Is there table service here like do you get a waiter or waitress?

    Yes, we do have a wait staff. It is dine - in service.

    Would this place be good for studying in a small group?

    They do have round tables of 8 or a space with long tables that can be reserved.

    Is the meat halal?

    Absolutely!! That's the best feature of this place!!

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    Malek El Kabob -- by far the best chicken lemon rice soup ever…read more Food was excellent (we did takeout). The only downside: they forgot to pack the salad, so definitely double-check your bag before you leave. But overall--hands down, super delicious. You won't be disappointed!

    In town for work. Common recommendation is the solid Middle Eastern food scene…read more Saw this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. There's a parking garage in the rear and plenty of spots. I did enter through the rear of the establishment since I parked there. The menu is pretty extensive. Ended up getting the half order of hummus. A basket of warm pita and two sauces came out. I initially thought that was the pita. This was complimentary I believe. The garlic sauce is solid. The other one is a spicy sauce of some sort. This spicy one was super good. The hummus came out. Very smooth and flavorful. For my entree, I got the Shish Kafta. You can choose between lamb or chicken. I went with the chicken with a side of rice and my choice of soup or salad. I opted for the lentil soup. That came out piping hot. This was delicious. Flavorful and good texture. My entree came out and wow. The portion is way more than what you pay for. Came with 4 very huge blocks of chicken kefta. Nicely seasoned and grilled to perfection. Had a nice char on the outside, but still juicy on the inside. I used the two sauces from earlier to give it an extra kick. I washed it all down with a mint lemonade. This was absolutely refreshing. Clean place, very good food and the customer service was solid.

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    4.5(114 reviews)
    7.6 mi

    My husband and I came here for a date night and had some of the best service and seafood we've ever…read moreexperienced! From the outside, the building doesn't exactly scream "5-star seafood" -- I think it may have been an old Pizza Hut -- but don't let that fool you. Inside, it's cute, a little kitschy, and most importantly, clean!! There wasn't any type of fishy smell at all! The husband-and-wife owners are absolutely working their tails off, and it shows. The service was warm, attentive, and truly top-notch. You can feel how much pride they take in what they do. We each ordered crab boils and didn't leave a single thing in the bag -- every bite was incredible! Some of the most delicious seafood I've ever had. I almost hesitate to share this hidden gem because I selfishly want it all to myself, but they deserve every bit of recognition. We can't wait to go back and are definitely adding this spot into our regular restaurant rotation!

    I wanted a seafood boil for my birthday and this place had the highest reviews in the metro Detroit…read morearea. I came with a party of 8 in a Sunday. We were seated right away. We had crab rangoon for appetizer and it was absolutely delicious. Everyone ordered a seafood boil and we all were pleased. The restaurant is right across the street from Westland Mall. Looks like it used to be a Pizza Hut....

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