The Common - Edmonton

The Common is alright. I have been coming here for a few years now and have never had a bad experience. On my last visit I enjoyed the fish and chips, which were prepared well and presented in an appetizing fashion. I do wish the French fries were perhaps a little bit less fried, they seemed slightly over crisp but that may just be a preference. Their happy hour is pretty good, and they always have a nice selection of beers. The room has a fantastic vibe that would suit a romantic date or a “Girls Night” really well. It feels intimate and special, kind of like how The Manor (RIP) used to be. The other food selections are appetizing, and there is a nice variety, from small plates to heavier courses.

The Common offered a great patio experience! The interior of the restaurant seems super cool though! I ordered the prairie fish and chips and it was outstanding! fries were salted to perfection and crispy! The fish had a tasty batter and was tender with a crispy outside! Food came out extremely fast and s/o to our server who great and friendly!

I came in for a drink with a few friends after a night out on the town. I got an old fashioned for $12.5. The bartender short poured me just a 1 oz when the menu calls for 1.5 oz. I paid $15 and waited for my change while the bartender served another patron. I had to ask for my change back and the the bartender seemed annoyed and gave $2 back. I didn’t bother asking for the 50c but it’s annoying as a customer to get short poured and incorrectly tendered. Would not recommend The Common to others. Rating 2 stars because they have a live DJ. Just don’t expect good service.

Went here for a celebration dinner with a few co-workers. It was my first time. Really liked the atmosphere and our server was outstanding. The food however was disappointing. One of my biggest pet peaves is when my food doesn't arrive to the table hot. Well this was the case with my Beef Wellington I ordered. One of my co-workers also ordered the Beef Wellington and she had the same problem. All the food on the plate was just warm, like it had been sitting. Typically I'd send it back, but I didn't want to wait to eat and have my co-workers finished by the time it came. As for taste, the food was good. Value is okay for what you got. I wish there would have been a bit more sides. Maybe it was just an off night for the kitchen but based on my first experience, I likely won't be back or recommend.

This was my second time eating here. The first time, the food was mind blowingly delicious but this second time we came the food was sub par, I had a burger and my girlfriend had a chicken sandwich. The burger wasn't anything special and the meat seems to be cooked weird and my girlfriend's sandwich wasn't the best. However, we did order the charcuterie board which was really good and came with what I think was a dill cream cheese? I'd definitely order it again. We also ordered old fashioned which was decent as well. Service was good and the staff was incredibly friendly, we will come back and try it again soon.