It has been years since we were there... their tenderloin was as good as any we have had in any resturant. The pear salad was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
M Guyer
Didn't have a wait, but it had snowed & everyone was probably hibernating. Ordered an espresso martini & the Chicken & Waffle...other pics are from the others at the table. Was very good & Bobby was very attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony Lupo
Have been coming for several years and this is of the very best spots to find consistently excellent food (and service) in the area. Thank you, Common Grill team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Avery
Very pricey but great food. Service was a little slow. We had a great time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jonathan Janis
I’ve already given this restaurant 5 stars all around, so that gives me some freedom to nit pick and speak freely and not feel bad about it. It’s hard to review someplace where people are doing everything so impeccably well. Things were right in Common Grill: friendly service, the chef at expo eyeing the dining room, the line cooks jokingly cursing about someone not being trained properly.
The service was on point in a classic room. We discussed the problems with acoustics, and the attempt to install sound tiles inside the tin roof tiles. I couldn’t help but think if a restaurant group is backing this place, why not spend the money and go full heritage — restore the tiles to new and decorate in an era specific manner? But I’m sure a community of loyalists would rebel against that notion.
As it is, I was informed the largest complaint is sound. I personally like the resonance with cafes of Buenos Aires, or bistros of Paris and the subsequent noise, so it doesn’t bother me. However the room was empty and I could hear a cough from 60 feet away.
To me, you could rethink the place and go full out with sound proofing by covering the murals, considering drapes, and restoring the tin to original.
If a restaurant should be judged by its Caesar salad, we would not need to go further. The dressing was fresh and aptly applied — allowing for the taste of fresh romaine, and chewy dressing covered slices of fresh Parmesan. The anchovy was a legit pickled chewy white anchovy, and there can be no complaint with the execution.
I opted for the house special upon recommendation over the airline chicken, and think I may have done better there, but it was an enjoyable homey and well executed dish. Orzo with mushrooms had its expected mouth feel and held down the dish with an earthy simplicity. Haricot vert well cooked. The whitefish was fresh and fried quite well, though I personally prefer a bit more darkly crisp. They fried it to the edge of perfection for piece size, so I think that a choice. The sauce was excellent, but unfortunately not enough. It was quickly lost in the breading and left the entire dish wanting for lack of acidity. The lobster tail — what can I say… this dish has been on the menu since opening, and the people will have their say, but I think this dish stands very well on its own as a sole meuniere derivation, and really doesn’t need an airline freighted lobster tail. To me, it seemed a strange extravagant addition. And of course it was as I should expect in Michigan — not very fresh. Fresh enough for most no one to care, but if you blanch shellfish and serve it honestly as you ought, well there is no room for error… either in freshness or the barest moments of overcooking. Both of which made me a bit embarrassed to find the lobster tail at all.
Finishing the meal with a pot de creme, I am again struck with feeling — confusion this time, as I’m served a mountainous pile of CO2 fired whipped cream, with a layer of caramel sauce below. After digging down through this, I found a superlative pot de creme. Call me a purist, but making pudding this good, why would you serve it with anything but itself and perhaps a dollop of hand whipped cream. It’s like they forgot they weren’t IHOP for a moment.
Brutal, I know. But I’m only that honest, because this is an excellent restaurant performing near flawlessly. It is very much the spirit of the brasserie done with local flair. Thanks Connie — give her a raise.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephanie McCoy
We reserved an area for a large group and selected food from their banquet style dinning! Not the greatest food and very noisy atmosphere! Definitely not worth the amount we paid!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Pamela Hannula
The pear salad was exquisite. My husband had a burger, but that description doesn’t do justice to the excellent, perfectly cooked meal he had. I had Mahi tacos (excellent) and we split a bread pudding dessert. Our waiter was prompt and attentive. Everything was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vicky Blanshard
Love this restaurant. One of my new favorite places. Excellent service and food. Lobster fest was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amit Verma
The lobster here is to die for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jaye Minx
Food was great. The bloody Mary's were good. Wonderful service.
The atmosphere in fun, casual, and lively. The service is typical Michigan friendly, attentive, and prompt. The food is generally good. Best bets are the fish platters, and the fish specials. Burgers are very good. There is no reason to order the chicken here.
Rosalba HM
First of all, I'm sorry but I remembered to take a picture when I already finished with my sandwich haha but lemme tell ya, fries were very tasty and crunchy.
Menu is full of beverage options but not as well on food (we got there at 1 pm, so I'm guessing that was the breakfast/brunch menu, maybe?): just a few sandwiches, a couple of salads, etc... Prices are between 15 to 20/25 dlls.
And it's important to mention: they do have a kid's menu (with the essentials for kiddos haha Mac and cheese, grilled cheese, cheeseburger... Everything is 12 dlls and includes a cookie and a small beverage).
Our waiter was Megan; she was fantastic! Very nice, attentive and efficient.
We ordered the only hamburger on the menu (it has bacon on it), I had the chicken club sandwich and my little one, a cheeseburger. Everything was good. Iced tea is refillable and it's real tea! Also lemonade (that was a nice surprise).
To sum up, this was our first visit and was ok, but I don't think we would visit this place again (we live in a neighbor city and we can get equal taste and quality for better prices), but if you're in town, give it a try.
Tanna Degenfelder
I always try to bring new friends or visiting family here. It’s an absolute “must try” in my book. Service is always top notch and friendly. Kid friendly and so kind to our children. Love the atmosphere and hospitality when we visit!
arumakan m
One of the best tasting pasta I've had. I always try to go back whenever I'm in the area.
Michael Dorer
Just ok. Food is pretty forgettable, and a little expensive. Overall, you can tell it’s been taken over by a corporation, not an owner operator.
It has been years since we were there... their tenderloin was as good as any we have had in any resturant. The pear salad was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Didn't have a wait, but it had snowed & everyone was probably hibernating. Ordered an espresso martini & the Chicken & Waffle...other pics are from the others at the table. Was very good & Bobby was very attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Have been coming for several years and this is of the very best spots to find consistently excellent food (and service) in the area. Thank you, Common Grill team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very pricey but great food. Service was a little slow. We had a great time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve already given this restaurant 5 stars all around, so that gives me some freedom to nit pick and speak freely and not feel bad about it. It’s hard to review someplace where people are doing everything so impeccably well. Things were right in Common Grill: friendly service, the chef at expo eyeing the dining room, the line cooks jokingly cursing about someone not being trained properly.
The service was on point in a classic room. We discussed the problems with acoustics, and the attempt to install sound tiles inside the tin roof tiles. I couldn’t help but think if a restaurant group is backing this place, why not spend the money and go full heritage — restore the tiles to new and decorate in an era specific manner? But I’m sure a community of loyalists would rebel against that notion.
As it is, I was informed the largest complaint is sound. I personally like the resonance with cafes of Buenos Aires, or bistros of Paris and the subsequent noise, so it doesn’t bother me. However the room was empty and I could hear a cough from 60 feet away.
To me, you could rethink the place and go full out with sound proofing by covering the murals, considering drapes, and restoring the tin to original.
If a restaurant should be judged by its Caesar salad, we would not need to go further. The dressing was fresh and aptly applied — allowing for the taste of fresh romaine, and chewy dressing covered slices of fresh Parmesan. The anchovy was a legit pickled chewy white anchovy, and there can be no complaint with the execution.
I opted for the house special upon recommendation over the airline chicken, and think I may have done better there, but it was an enjoyable homey and well executed dish. Orzo with mushrooms had its expected mouth feel and held down the dish with an earthy simplicity. Haricot vert well cooked. The whitefish was fresh and fried quite well, though I personally prefer a bit more darkly crisp. They fried it to the edge of perfection for piece size, so I think that a choice. The sauce was excellent, but unfortunately not enough. It was quickly lost in the breading and left the entire dish wanting for lack of acidity. The lobster tail — what can I say… this dish has been on the menu since opening, and the people will have their say, but I think this dish stands very well on its own as a sole meuniere derivation, and really doesn’t need an airline freighted lobster tail. To me, it seemed a strange extravagant addition. And of course it was as I should expect in Michigan — not very fresh. Fresh enough for most no one to care, but if you blanch shellfish and serve it honestly as you ought, well there is no room for error… either in freshness or the barest moments of overcooking. Both of which made me a bit embarrassed to find the lobster tail at all.
Finishing the meal with a pot de creme, I am again struck with feeling — confusion this time, as I’m served a mountainous pile of CO2 fired whipped cream, with a layer of caramel sauce below. After digging down through this, I found a superlative pot de creme. Call me a purist, but making pudding this good, why would you serve it with anything but itself and perhaps a dollop of hand whipped cream. It’s like they forgot they weren’t IHOP for a moment.
Brutal, I know. But I’m only that honest, because this is an excellent restaurant performing near flawlessly. It is very much the spirit of the brasserie done with local flair. Thanks Connie — give her a raise.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We reserved an area for a large group and selected food from their banquet style dinning! Not the greatest food and very noisy atmosphere! Definitely not worth the amount we paid!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
The pear salad was exquisite. My husband had a burger, but that description doesn’t do justice to the excellent, perfectly cooked meal he had. I had Mahi tacos (excellent) and we split a bread pudding dessert. Our waiter was prompt and attentive. Everything was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this restaurant. One of my new favorite places. Excellent service and food. Lobster fest was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The lobster here is to die for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was great. The bloody Mary's were good. Wonderful service.
Restaurantji Recommends
The atmosphere in fun, casual, and lively.
The service is typical Michigan friendly, attentive, and prompt.
The food is generally good. Best bets are the fish platters, and the fish specials. Burgers are very good. There is no reason to order the chicken here.
First of all, I'm sorry but I remembered to take a picture when I already finished with my sandwich haha but lemme tell ya, fries were very tasty and crunchy.
Menu is full of beverage options but not as well on food (we got there at 1 pm, so I'm guessing that was the breakfast/brunch menu, maybe?): just a few sandwiches, a couple of salads, etc... Prices are between 15 to 20/25 dlls.
And it's important to mention: they do have a kid's menu (with the essentials for kiddos haha Mac and cheese, grilled cheese, cheeseburger... Everything is 12 dlls and includes a cookie and a small beverage).
Our waiter was Megan; she was fantastic! Very nice, attentive and efficient.
We ordered the only hamburger on the menu (it has bacon on it), I had the chicken club sandwich and my little one, a cheeseburger. Everything was good. Iced tea is refillable and it's real tea! Also lemonade (that was a nice surprise).
To sum up, this was our first visit and was ok, but I don't think we would visit this place again (we live in a neighbor city and we can get equal taste and quality for better prices), but if you're in town, give it a try.
I always try to bring new friends or visiting family here. It’s an absolute “must try” in my book. Service is always top notch and friendly. Kid friendly and so kind to our children. Love the atmosphere and hospitality when we visit!
One of the best tasting pasta I've had.
I always try to go back whenever I'm in the area.
Just ok. Food is pretty forgettable, and a little expensive.
Overall, you can tell it’s been taken over by a corporation, not an owner operator.
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