Super duper good. Limited menu for lunch. But still really good options. Wagyu burger was awesome and the shoestring fries are great!

The only reason I went to the restaurant was because of all the cool drinks you advertised on Instagram. I ordered a $16 drink and that was NOT what a "cool drink" would look like. For the price you charge I should AT LEAST get my drink in a glass instead of a plastic cup. Regarding the food, I got this pork that was very spicy and it wasn't clear in the menu such thing. I couldn't eat a single bite of it - I can't eat spicy food! I'm overall disappointed with my experience read more

The Commoner - Not what I expected to be a "cool" drink. Disappointed. I came here for the nice drinks and I got this plastic cup!! - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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We ordered desserts to our room while staying at the Kimpton. I tend to order with reluctance since a sub-par grilled cheese incident at the Mandarin Oriental in DC (lol) However, The Commoner was really good. The de-constructed cheesecake is out of this world. The chocolate ganache was okay but the cheesecake was absolutely worth the price. read more

I met a friend for lunch here. This was the first time I have been here. I work across the street and did not even know it existed. I am assuming that it opened recently. The prices for lunch is pretty steep. For example I had the fish sandwich and fries and the cost is $18 which for a normal fish sandwich is expensive. However the food was delicious and worth the extra cost. The bartenders were very thoughtful, and courteous. I recommend the Red Ale Beer. It is very good. My friend asked the waitress about who makes it she did not have a good knowledge of the alcohol, but she still looked it up in order to locate the name. I would recommend knowing more about the drinks to increase your knowledge, and tip. Overall if you're staying at the hotel or in the area I would recommend trying it out once. I've been back maybe 5 different times. Great place if you want a quick bite to eat and quiet. read more

I was really impressed with The Commoner when some girlfriends and I came in for New Year's Day brunch. I loved how it felt upscale and laid back at the same time. I ordered the seasonal raspberry Bellini, which was delicious, and my friends had a Bloody Mary and a mimosa, which they both liked. I ordered the pierogies and eggs-- it was absolutely amazing and a huge portion. I'd come back and order this again. read more

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Was on vacation staying around the corner so we visited this place a few times. The bar is always busy but you can always find a bit of a standing place to order a drink while you wait to be seated. Our first experience was for dinner and it was packed but got seated in a timely manner. Service was good as well as the food Second time there we went for brunch, also crowded but a reasonable wait time. From the time we got seated our waitress was the most unfriendly person. For some reason you couldn't ask her any questions about the menu. She always missed one person at the table in bringing their beverage and food, seemed very targeted and awkward. No one asked for extra anything we were afraid to order bloody Mary's because we felt like we were putting her out after the food came. read more

Glad this was open a late night after leaving a show at the benedum. The food is good and bad, pricey and service is slow. We waited about 45 minutes before we were served or rather asked for our drinks and another 30 min prior to getting our food. I would say the pork belly was delicious and the steak was juicy and well made. The pappardelle was bland and would not recommend the fondue. I would recommend this as a nice place in the city but not the best food. It seats well and they have a large drink menu. I recommend this for sure because it is convenience in location too! I believe their menu also changes from time to time so I definitely will come back to check it out! read more

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In town for the Steelers game and needed something quick for breakfast. This place was a few blocks up from our hotel and was right on time. The wait was going to be an hour so we sat at the bar and was served almost immediately. I enjoyed a nice and spicy Bloody Mary with The Commoner breakfast which consisted of breakfast potatoes, 2 eggs, and a choice of bacon or house made sausage. We were in and out in about 35 minutes. I'd definitely try it again. read more

Fun spot downtown for dinner and drinks with some friends. They were a little late sitting us for our reservation but they made up for it with a free app and a round of prosecco. We tried an array of appetizers and their wings definitely stood out to me. For dinner, I had to try their burger which was good. Only complaint was that it was so salty that the rest of the ingredients fell sort of flat. We had great service though and I would stop here again. read more

Bloody Mary Bar! Hands down this is my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. I liked it so much that I ate here twice! Both times I came for brunch and both times I sat at the bar. This gastropub does everything right; aesthetically pleasing, knowledgable staff, interesting menu, and delicious food. I ordered Vegetables for Brunch-crêpe, broccoli, roasted red pepper, kale, egg whites, romesco sauce with an herb salad and a Bloody Mary from the Mary Bar. Mike ordered Pierogi and Eggs-potato and cheese, caramelized onion, kielbasa, and mustard sauce. The second visit I just had a Bloody Mary, which, if you're creative like me, can become a meal in itself. The restaurant is located adjacent to the Kimpton Hotel Monaco. I highly suggest reservations, as it was packed both visits. Oh my, it's almost brunch time, See you at The Commoner! read more

We had a fantastic time. Our food was fantastic because the flavors of our steak and our lamb were artistically and expertly arranged. We ordered the gnocchi as an appetizer and loved that too. The gnocchi was light and airy and the mushrooms added this delightful crunch. The atmosphere was so flexible. We like getting dressed up for date night and did exactly that. There were others dressed casually. Everyone was welcome. Thank you to our waiter Yeeves. He knew what was being served and exactly how to explain it. Wonderful experience! read more

Super yummy. The potatoes were such a hit. Great ambience also - we definitely chose the hotel for the food read more

The Commoner - Steak and Eggs - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I'd rate the commoner four and a half star. Awesome spot for drinks. Great selection of craft beers and large whiskey selection. Super list of craft cocktails too. I had a beer and a couple whiskies from Wigle Distillery. My fiancée had one of their signature cocktails. She didn't like it so the bartender kindly offered to make her something different. The service was very attentive and quick. Great restrooms and they're open until 2 am on Fridays. read more

Oooooomg! Love it here! I've been here for dinner/just drinks before, but never for brunch. It was INCREDIBLE! Honestly, yes, it is a little more on the pricey side... however, for the price you get a good sized brunch. I had the pierogi and eggs, it was simply divine. My friend had the salmon, and loved it! They also have really good immunity/health "shots" as well as incredible cold brew coffee! I will most certainly be back as I was instantly hooked after just one bite. I'd also suggest looking at the drink menu if you're in the mood for something outrageous and unlike any other bar in Pittsburgh. Can't wait to go again. ____________________________________________________________ Update, I AM IN LOVE with this place... not even just love anymore! I am now gluten and dairy free and they made me a lamb burger on gluten free bread and made sure my meal was gluten free. Wow are they amazing here! Also, the lamb burger is amazing in general. So good and cooked so well. I love knowing there's a place in Pittsburgh THIS GOOD. read more

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I got the potato soup as a starter and it was delicious! The flat iron was my main and it was cooked perfectly and so tender. The atmosphere here is great as well! read more

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Came for a Saturday morning breakfast after wanting to try it for so long. I was pleasantly surprised by my experience! I had heard great things and it definitely lived up to expectations. The space is beautiful and very large, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the food was tasty! It seems like a place you could go for a date or with a large group of friends. Everyone I was with had a good size portion of food and seemed to enjoy what they got. There were a few dishes I was debating but I opted for the "Uncommon Toast" which was very good. I can see where people think its pricey but I nonetheless enjoyed my time here. I will return to try dinner and/or drinks some time soon! read more

The Commoner - Uncommon Toast - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Not gonna lie, the brunch pics are what lured us here unfortunately they were only serving lunch when we arrived. Not a very expansive lunch menu however my cobb salad with salmon was amazing. Great portion size and the dressing was tasty. Salmon was cooked to perfection. My drink was super cute and was delicious. You can tell the bartenders really took time with crafting my cocktail. The commoner is located inside hotel Monaco. Lots of seating and the wait staff was very friendly. Overall a great experience while in Pittsburgh for a short time! read more

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We went to this restaurant for my partners birthday. The restaurant set a cute little note on our table and gave us a warm welcome. The service was good! We ordered the steak tartare as an appetizer which ended up being pretty tasty. However, I believe the lemon oil was a bit overwhelming and lemon zest and juice may have given it a fresher and more natural flavor. The addition of pistachio was great as it gave more texture. The display could have been perfected, and the bread was not toasted correctly. For our main course we ordered the Flat Iron and lamb bolognese. The Flat Iron was unique; however it had too much "smoke" for my taste. My partner loved it! The bolognese was amazing. It was a very comforting dish. Considering I usually leave a restaurant with a dozen corrections that could have been made, all around this restaurant was pretty nice. It delivered what it said it would by bringing a modern flair to classic comforts. It was not a show stopping experience but I believe the general public (the Commoner if you would) would definitely enjoy a nice meal here! read more

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Busy on Sunday of course. We walked over from the theatre and it's cold outside. No reservations but they sat us nearest the stairs when u come down. Which is verrrrry drafty. Ya oh well we are hungry and I want coffee to warm me. Our waitress cAme got our order and drinks. We were served within 2-3 minutes. I had oatmeal and he had salad. No cooking involved. Now I did expect the oatmeal to be hot and it was not. Luke warm at its best. I asked her to warm it for me. Someone else came out and brought me a NEW one... uh... hellooooo still Luke warm... whatever. Waitress asked how it was and I said the same... she asked if she should warm it. ( now I was thinking..isn't that what I asked first ???!!) I said Nevermind I'll just suck it up.. and I did. At least the coffee was warm. I'm thinking I didn't want them spitting in my food at this point ya know??? Bf ate most of his salad. She ended up taking off my oatmeal which I told her not to... cause I WAS gonna eat it. But she did anyway. So well -won't be back here no matter how close it is to the theatre. read more

The Commoner - Luke warm oatmeal- guess that's how they serve it.. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Was there for a wedding a few weeks ago. About 12 of us were in the bar and were told that it closed at midnight. We had just ordered our drinks. We offered to pay $$$ for them to stay and the bartender was the only one who wouldn't. He was very rude to two elderly guests, as well. NEVER GOING BACK. Do not use the adjacent hotel either. Service is poor and it's dark inside. Also, if you post a review on their site, they don't agree with, they delete it. read more

Finally got a chance to try this place and it didn't disappoint. Certainly no cheap, but you're paying for location, atmosphere and quality and I'm Totally okay with that. I started with the Sex on the Mon Wharf cocktail and it was fab! A new twist on the classic version, the drink we fruity but not too sweet and garnished beautifully! They also offer a wide variety of beer and wine, as well. My table shared the asparagus flatbread from the appetizers and it was phenomenal. Devoured in minutes! For the main course, I had the grilled peach salad with a salmon and I might go out on a limb and say it's the best salad I've ever had. The salmon was cooked to my liking and the combination of grilled peaches with cheese and fruit was out of this world. 11/10. Service was attentive but was disappointed that a table of four girlfriends received one check. I always appreciate when I don't have to ask for that; but certainly not a deal breaker. There's a parking garage right on Smithfield that's close and street parking if you can snag a spot! read more

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This review might not be as fair, because I am factoring in the Elf pop up bar with my experience at the Commoner. First off, that pop up bar was STUPID. it was in a hotel conference room NOT The Commoner. The line was wrapped around the hotel to get in, and once you did get in it was a total bust. The "Elf" decor was limited to the movie Elf playing on a 32 inch TV in the back of the room. There was a few balloons and cut out paper snow flakes hanging from the ceiling, but that was about it. There was a huge hype for this pop up bar that led to a huge disappointment. Anyways, after my friend wasted an hour of our lives at the pop up bar that we will never get back, we decided to take our drinks to The Commoner and get some dinner. We got there right before 7, and the hostess said it would only be a 10 min wait. It was more like 5 which was great. The space at The Commoner is beautiful. The ambiance def gets 5 stars. We were seated at the "chef's table" which was bar like seating overlooking the kitchen. We loved it! It was cool to watch the staff prepare the food and utilize the wood fired oven. The menu is pretty limited, but that's not always a bad thing.... my friend and I decided to get the scotch egg appetizer. We were both super impressed! The egg was wrapped in lamb sausage and sitting in a yellow curry sauce. It was a lot of different flavors combined, but it totally worked. My friend ordered the fresh catch which was branzino over fennel. I had a taste and thought it was very tasty. So.... I ordered the lamb burger that was served with taziki sauce and crumbled feta. The waitress asked if I wanted to add bacon and egg. I said NO, but guess what came out on my lamb burger?? The bacon AND egg! I reminded her that I didn't order it that way, simply because I didn't want to pay for the up-charge. She apologized and offered to take it back and make it right, but I said nah it's no big deal. It really wasn't that big of a deal, but I did not like the bacon or egg on the lamb. On a beef burger, absolutely. But it really didn't pair well with the lamb. It was my fault for not removing it, but it shouldn't have been there in the first place :( I would also like to add the service wasn't that great. It took a while to get drinks and place an order... not to mention our server wasn't very friendly. Bottom line.... won't be going back to The Commoner. read more

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Super cute spot in the Kimpton. Great for brunch. They were able to take a reservation to accommodate 10 of us on a high top. Service was quick and the drinks were amazing. read more

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I've dined at the Commoner probably six or seven times over the past two months. I've tried literally everything on the menu. This time I tried the Commoner Burger with an egg and bacon. It was fabulous. Of all the starters, I would highly recommend you try the Charred Cauliflower, Brussels Sprouts or Beef Tartare. All unique and so good! For entrees, the Duck Breast was hands down the best, followed by the Tomahawk Pork Chop and Steak and Potato. I wouldn't order again the Half Chicken or the Grouper. For dessert, the go-to-choice is the Sticky Toffee Pudding. I also loved the Chocolate and Fruit and Lemon and Blueberry. They also do a great job with craft cocktails and I liked the vibe/service at this modern American tavern! I returned the evening of 6/27 to check out the new menu at The Commoner. I tried the Bruleed Corn appetizer. I found the corn to taste scorched in that cute mini frying pan. I also tried the Lamb Shank. It was way too large a portion for one person. It was Flintstone size. The meat fell off the bone, but was so rich. I found the vegetables that accompany it was literally the best part. I told my server I wouldn't order either item again. read more

The Commoner - Bruleed Corn - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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This is my favorite restaurant to hit every time I come out to Pittsburgh. Today I ordered the Salmon which comes with a pumpkin puree, and assorted seeds and greens. It was delicious. The pumpkin doesn't overwhelm the salmon, instead this combined together mke the perfect complement to eachother. It was so good. I couldn't believe how delicious and mouth watering it was! read more

The Commoner - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Went to The Commoner for the first time for a late Saturday brunch. It's in a busy area downtown and is connected to Hotel Monaco, so it's a little easy to miss if you're not looking for it and parking can be a real pain. There is a garage on the neighboring block but, be warned, it's pretty tight. First things first, the appearance of the place is beautiful, with old maps adorning the walls near the street outside. It also was quite clean, even the bathrooms. The food was great, but perhaps a tad high in price (though that seems to be the norm downtown). I ordered the Pierogi and Eggs, the latter of which was quite good. I also had the opportunity to sample the Uncommon Toast which was tasty. We did not partake in the Bloody Mary bar because we got there too late into the brunch serving. The service, however, dropped this rating. It wasn't terribly busy at the time and we were seated immediately. We put in a drink order (just a pair of draft beers) and it took forever to receive them (and to place our food order) as our server spent a good while chatting up another table. Even after that, I was willing to give our server the benefit of the doubt, but then we were forced to wait again for the check and then even longer for her to come back and take our credit card (this time I have no idea what the delay was). In essence, we ended up spending an extra half hour there between the beginning and end that we didn't need to spend there, and that's even acknowledging that the food came out promptly once we were able to place our order (brought by a different member of the staff). It was in my mind a 4-1/2 star type of place without accounting for the service snafus. I may not try it again, but maybe others will have better luck. read more

The Commoner - Pierogi and Eggs - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Firs time here, thanks to a recommendation and I could do the same! Although I expected a bigger menu, the food choices and quality were GREAT! The restaurant's aesthetic is nice to celebrate a special occasion, bring a date or just have a different outing here in Pittsburgh! read more

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This place really seems to be the best dining option in the downtown Pittsburgh area, which is surprising for a hotel restaurant. Absolutely delicious food. I stayed in Pittsburgh for work at the hotel Monaco, where The commoner is located. I ate lunch and dinner here on two separate occasions and loved both. For lunch I ordered the striped sea bass which was perfectly cooked and for dinner I had the catch of the day, steelhead trout. Drinks are also great here. Got a couple of old fashioneds for dinner at the bar and they were made perfectly. With big ice cubes so that it doesn't get watered down too fast, how it should be. Overall great place and probably one of the best options to have dinner or lunch in the area. Hopefully I get sent back to Pittsburgh again soon! read more

The Commoner - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of the few places still serving late. Amazing cocktails, good bar service and unbeatable atmosphere

way overpriced! $49 for salad, burger, and a beer? what? burger no longer on menu but waiter said we still have it so i ordered it. check comes and I was charged $22 for sad little burger that came with nothing else - no fries, no side salad, nothing. then i paid $13 for a beer in a tiny tulip glass. because it was a double ipa, they up the price AND serve it in a tiny glass. supposed to be one or the other, not both. i had to order a salad separately because waiter said they couldn't do side salad with burger. cool atmosphere but servings and prices are ridiculous. i wont be back. read more

Amazing food, amazing service, great location, and the bartender makes the best mocktails.

Met some friends here for dinner on a Sunday night- maybe you're wondering why you'd go out of your way to visit this great little restaurant located at Hotel Monaco .... let me give you a few reasons. The menu has so many unique options but honestly I couldn't get past the first choice in their starters. Roasted beets with a dried cherry dressing sitting on top of whipped goat cheese with a crumble of crispy pumpernickel and hazelnuts. My non-beet eating friend turned up her nose but I said "what if it's good?" Once she tried it she declared it as life changing. Beets are just under rated but the chef at the Commoner took them to a different level. Filling and delicious. The Friend, who just moments before declared beets blah, let me try her Wagyu beef tartare- PEOPLE- this is amazing. The crisped rice on top added a unique sensory experience to the tender pieces of tartare. I want this again.... and soon! Lastly, friend number 3, who ordered the blistered shishitos with magic spice, Sichuan and spicy Mayo. Perfectly dippable and tender little pepper poppers. I love when these are on a menu and I love that friend ordered them so I could have a few. All three of these starters where plentiful and shareable. I could make a meal out of several of their starters actually! When it came to entree choices we all ordered the scallops. We just had to! I've been craving them and no one wanted to share! If you've had them, you know why. Large U/10 scallops are seared and then set atop of a lentil purée, sautéed shiitakes and sauce ivoire. Oh and the crispy pork skin they were perfectly prepared and that sauce was magical. At this point I could only eat 2, but bonus for me - one for breakfast or lunch the next day. As for drinks, the cocktail friend number one had was perfectly pinkish purple drink called "So many light years to go" a mix of mezcal, rosemary infused luxardo, and other beautiful ingredients Garnished with a blackberry. I sipped it and it was smoky and sweet. A Lovely balance. The rest of us had a glass of red each. Both delightful. The service was attentive and I really appreciated how our server asked if we were ready for our entrees or needed a little time in between! That gave us some time to make room, order more drinks and chat. Sadly no room for dessert this time but hopefully next time. Knowing the menu changes often, you'll want to high tail it over here and check out this hidden gem. While I've stayed at this hotel before and had their awesome brunch, this was my first time coming down to the city for dinner here. It was a memorable evening and one we hope to repeat sometime soon! read more

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Simply wonderful! I'm a loyal Kimpton member and as such have visited The Commoner many times....Kimpton Hotels never miss on their restaurants and The Commoner is no different. I love the look, feel, and energy of the restaurant. The service and friendliness of the staff is always wonderful. I have tried a fee things on the menu...Steak Frites, Shepherds Pie, and Ribeye. All were wonderful, but I'm very partial to a great Steak Frites and The Commoners version didn't disappoint. This must be a crowd favorite because the bartenders told me that they would never take it off the menu....please don't... They also have a very smart draft beer selection and change it through it the year. The cocktails are amazing and the bartenders are true mixologists. If you give them an idea of what you like..they will whip something up. I'm a big Manhattan fan and these are amongst the best. Commoner...see you on my next visit to Pittsburgh.... read more

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I love the Commoner more for their ambience than the food. The food is delicious but nothing beats the atmosphere and decor. The restaurant is on the ground floor of Hotel Monaco and street parking is available along with Valet parking and a garage parking nearby. When done with dinner, do take advantage of the Hotel's artfully decorated lobby and explore a bit. You will find many opportunities to take beautiful instagrammable pictures. I had come to the restaurant earlier for just refreshments but this time we came for dinner and highly enjoyed ourselves. We got a really nice server who was more than happy to accomodate our requests and give us helpful feedback about the various food items. We started with the duck drummetes which were recommended by our server and we definetly did not regret the decision. I was craving asian fusion and this appetizer really fulfilled that craving because it was spicy and had a peanut sauce glaze along with black sesames on it. Next, I got the charred salmon entree and my friend got the new york strip (medium rare). We both loved our entree although i was full really quickly and had to take half of the entree to go. The salmon was very nicely cooked and also very filling. It had farro in the bottom and a zucchini patty as well. My friend's New york strip was quite big and filling and my friend also took half of his entree to go. The meat had a blue cheese glaze and potatoes accompanied with it. We ended our meal with the dessert, robin's nest. It was a brownie in the bottom, chocolate strings and a sweet egg which was filled with passion fruit liquid which oozed over like an egg when broken into. The playful dessert was quite fun but left much to be desired. The brownie was fudgy but next time i want to try the more popular toffee pudding. read more

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Not much of a wine list yet, but they are just days old and I'm sure they will add some more wines to their list. But they have some really great beers on tap. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The food is creative and delicious. It's a bit noisy, but at least it's lively. The decor is very stylish and inviting. It's a large room in the lower level of the hotel, however it's not drab in any way. This is a great place to take a group. read more

The Commoner - Scotch Egg - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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If you want a bougie breakfast/brunch with a great atmosphere, this is your spot. Food was great, I had the egg white frittata and a cup of fruit and was happy with my relatively healthy breakfast choice. Husband had the Yinz' Need Breakfast and was also happy with it. For a good (not amazing) breakfast we certainly paid a lot for it: egg white frittata, cup of fruit, Yinz' Need Breakfast, and two cups of coffee came out to about $60 bucks after tip. YIKES. You're paying for the ambiance of the Monaco Hotel and the chic bar, but that's a lot for breakfast without alcohol! Glad we came, but wouldn't make it a habit to have breakfast here every day of a trip. read more

The Commoner - Interior. Enter through the hotel! - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

So I have eaten here a few times and noticed even when not sold out or packed one is forced to wait. We showed up 10 min early and were forced to wait for yes, you got it, a table that was set and ready to go along with many other tables. Oh by the way, we were lucky as my disdain was within ear distance of the host staff. Why make folks wait for empty tables? Why not improve your lack luster service and bring folks their food hot. No one should have to ask for food to be served hot. I have visited this place a number of times and this was my last. Create exclusivity via good service and food and you will no longer need to force good customers to wait for empty tables. Not impressed and will never return and sadly the Monaco is my favorite hotel and yes I will be back to stay at The Monaco however I will never again patronize the Commoner. Instead I will continue to go to Vallozzi's where no one makes you wait for an empty table and the food is impressive. read more

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There's very little to rave about with The Commoner. Sure, the drinks are good and the space and menu are on-trend, but the service and quality fall well short of anything deserving the hype that we'd been served before going. The two things that I did enjoy were the "Devils on Horseback" (bacon-wrapped dates stuff with blue cheese) and the giant bavarian pretzel that comes with a beer cheese dipping sauce reminiscent of welsh rarebit cheese sauce. The pretzel was huge, buttery, and worthy of sharing amongst 4, but likely a bit overwhelming for only 2 people. Oh, and their hushpuppies were pretty good! My main disappointment was the service. For lunch, our waiter had an attitude that made us feel like he had better things to do to accompany his unwelcoming dry personality. Not what you want to be greeted with on a first visit. In the evening, the hostess was absent (according to another employee who we had to hunt down to get a seat, she left work without anyone realizing). For a nightcap beverage, we were faced with impatient bartenders, taps that were down two nights in a row, and crowds of severely inebriated patrons. There's an arrogance amongst the staff that can quickly rub you the wrong way...at least it did for us on all 3 visits. The food, overall, is average at best. The lamb burger, while ordered medium, was almost as dry as the bun it was served on. When reading the ingredients on the menu, I expected a bit more interest, but ultimately the only flavors I got were dry bun, lamb/beef burger, and goat cheese. The spicy broccoli I had for my side was so watery that any hesitation in reaching for the burger would've ended up with soggy broccoli bun. Disaster avoided. Our table ordered fish & chips and salads that didn't impress, either. The reaction of, "it's okay," is definitely not a positive one. Factor in the inflated prices for being downtown and in the Hotel Monaco, and the tolerance for underwhelming food drops significantly. Perhaps The Commoner was great when it first opened, but whatever luster it may have had is surely dulled now. read more

The Commoner - Lamb burger. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

While on a trip to Cleveland, a friend and I took a road trip to Pittsburgh. I was charged with finding us a place to have brunch. I came across The Commoner and decided to try it out. Upon arrival, we were surprised to find a tremendous lack of parking and plenty of people waiting in front of the hotel waiting to check out. Luckily, we had a reservation and some time to park in the garage across the street. We were seating right on time for our reservation and our server was very attentive, polite, and helpful. She came over to the table about 6 times to refill coffee without being asked. My friend and I ended up ordering the same thing - the crab benedict which came with potatoes. The crab was excellent! It was a good sized portion and was wonderfully prepared. The english muffin was thicker than ones I've had in the past. The texture reminded me of a bagel (a bit chewy) and the flavor was not like any I've had before. It was missing the bit of sour taste in a typical english muffin. It was very filling. The potatoes were cut in appropriate sizes. They were a bit under seasoned and a bit soggy. The service was excellent and the food was good. With a few tweaks, I would give this restaurant 5 stars. read more

The Commoner - Crab benedict + potatoes - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I visited this place with my family for lunch and liked the decor. Place surely felt historic which I loved about Pittsburgh. Most of my family ordered the Commoner Burger while I of course ordered the half chicken. I ate it all. That says something about it..... I liked it. For an appetizer we ordered the crispy cauliflower which I was super excited to try. The dipping sauce was tasty however I did find the dish to be OVERLY SALTY. It was too much and a bit overpowering. I definitely felt the water retention after. YIKES. If they had a lighter hand on the sodium, I believe the dish would have met my expectations. The service was good, not great but I am giving it 4 stars because I did enjoy my dish. read more

The Commoner - Half chicken.... YUMMY. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania