Gina F.

Crawling out of my Yelp retirement to come give this crew 5 stars all around. My husband and I found ourselves at Common House last night by chance after a day spent antiquing nearby. While we were made hopeful the food would be delicious based on their tasteful website, we were left speechless following the comprehensive experience that Adam has crafted here. This is the definition of a diamond in the rough, hole in the wall, hidden gem, etc. Even now, I feel I am divulging a magical secret. I'm sure many have traversed this unassuming street in Anderson, not realizing that this quaint corner of the universe is reaching for world-class. The space itself transports you to another dimension. Illuminated by candlelight the interiors are timeless and memorable with dark rich woods, exposed brick, and stained glass. This Shire-meets-Monastery was a welcome reprieve from the harsh and challenging reality we all face day-to-day. Reportedly, the aesthetic changes frequently, and I am excited to revisit to see the other ways the staff outfit this place in the future. I think if you come in for dinner expecting anything other than a James Beard or Michelin level chefs tasting menu, you may be disappointed. This is not an ordinary restaurant, and therefore, you will not get an ordinary experience here, either. It is simply extra-ordinary. They do have a beautiful but abbreviated a la carte menu that I hope they expand upon in the future. Undoubtedly, the tasting offering is the crown jewel. Adam, Luke, Landon, and Erika (and the other incredible staff members we encountered, but did not learn the name of) have carved themselves out as a collective of genuine creatives bringing the people of the upstate a singular and unique cuisine firmly rooted in farm-to-table philosophy. They forage and harvest many ingredients from their own farm in Taccoa Georgia, in addition to sourcing from local farms. Adam also has woven in some of his Italian heritage, frequently offering handmade pastas cooked perfectly al dente. The sommelier Luke is also expert as his craft, and the cocktail menu he and Landon collaborated on was refreshing both literally and conceptually. We entered as under-dressed stragglers off the street with no reservation and were embraced as old friends. There is just a ton of heart and artfulness to everything that this crew is doing. The fact that this establishment opened in 2022 and the owner/head chef Adam still comes out to introduce himself and speak with every table is remarkable. No detail is left unconsidered, and the entire experience start to finish feels undeniably bespoke. We have been fortunate enough to have eaten all over the world, particularly my husband who travels internationally for work, and Commoners stands among the upper echelon. He remarked that not only was this easily the best restaurant in the upstate, but also one of the most memorable meals of his lifetime. They are pioneers in their league, and Anderson SC is incredibly lucky to have them. We look forward to returning soon, and are pleased to attest that these Commoners... are anything but common.

tara m.

The match was delicious! Some of the service was fantastic and some wasn't so great. The ambiance is amazing, kinda like a speakeasy. Worth a visit! I'm hoping to visit later in the day for dinner and drinks.

Maya B.

Really large coffee shop with plenty of space and plugs to get work done! Nice workers, good coffee, and yummy pastries as well!

Dylan K.

This restaurant is fantastic! I'm talking James Beard stuff here people. We were in Anderson for a quick weekend getaway and ended up here both nights. The staff here are consummate professionals (Emma Lane, Becca, Luke and the team) and the dining is curated, thoughtful, palate satisfying , and stunningly delicious. We ended up doing the tasting menu, I highly suggest it. Nice smaller portions to be able to taste the whole menu almost. Luke the bartender made us a cocktail tasting menu to go with it, pairing perfectly. Make sure to ask for this if you enjoy cocktails. Also, the ambience is an absolute vibe being in a building built in the early 1900s. 12/10 chef kiss.

Brittney K.

This place is such a gem! We were in Anderson for a quick weekend getaway and ended up here both nights. The staff here are real professionals (Emma Lane, Becca, et. al) and the cuisine is curated, thoughtful, detailed, and DELICIOUS. We ended up doing the tasting menu and had no regrets. Luke the bartender made us cocktails to go along with each course and it was truly special. Vibes are 10/10. We will be back if only to revisit this spot!

Kathy W.

I am going to disagree with others here. My husband and I visited for dinner (with reservations) expecting something much different than what we got. The Common House is anything but common. Come prepared to spend a lot of money for food that may or may not be what you really want to eat. The alternative is to walk out but we wanted to give it a try, so we did. We felt pressured to choose the $100 per person tasting menu. We did not do so as the menu had many foods we do not like and, frankly, had no intention of spending that much money. We came close though. We chose appetizer (bruscetta), main dish (pasta), and dessert (creme brulee). There was no chicken or fish on the menu. Apparently, that just is not what they do there. The appetizer was the only thing we enjoyed. The pasta was undercooked, gummy, and underseasoned. The creme brulee was covered in sugar rocks rather than the typical sugar crust. The sugar rocks were most unpleasant as is breaking a tooth. The service started out well but we found ourselves left sitting there for long periods of time without any server interaction. The servers were buzzing about every other table (they ordered the $100 tasting menu). It was awkward being left in the corner ignored. We simply were waiting to be offered dessert. No offer came. We had to flag someone down. What a let down of an experience. We will stick to day time coffee, which is good but not coffee house good. The building is worth a visit though. Go in daytime where you can walk around and see it.

Found this little gem while we're visiting our son at Erskine college. We will be back for sure!! Amazing food, coffee and service!! They were very accommodating to gluten free! So good!!

Excellent coffee, excellent service, excellent atmosphere and tons of seating space in the back. The espresso machine pictured is wild to find in a random cafe in Anderson, truly a one of a kind machine in the states. The Common House is a coffee gem in the upstate!

Madison F.

i'm new(ish) to anderson and have been looking for a go to coffee spot for awhile. this week i've gotten to try a couple drinks from common house and i have to say- i'm really impressed. both times i asked the baristas to make me their favorite drinks. one time i got a lavender latte (not my fave but enjoyable enough that i finished it) and the second time i got a dirty coco iced and a little less sweet. both times the baristas quite literally MADE the experience. they were so kind and sociable, and it was so nice getting to chat while getting a drink that i was excited to try. i think the dirty coco will probably be my new go to as long as it's on the menu. also the cinnamon rolls??? a hidden gem. truly. thanks common house for turning my day around this morning & thanks for putting me on a great latte. it's a game changer!

Valerie L.

I have never craved a crepe before having theirs. Now I think about it often. Great spot to have coffee, drinks, brunch, dessert, and their chai is VERY tasty. Not overly sweet at all. This is my new favorite spot for a local chai. Love the dark and moody vibes inside. And the service has been great every time we have stopped in!

AnneMarie G.

Loved what I had. Lavender latte with oat milk. Just a normal coffee shop atmosphere. Pretty quick service in the afternoon