Such a nicely laid out cafe, in a convenient location in the city. With a modern decor and an open, airy feel, this is a comfortable cafe to enjoy a coffee at.
I found the service here to be really good, and our waitress was very helpful and friendly. I just had coffee and a homemade muffin, and both arrived quickly and were delicious. As this place gets quite busy, I think The Common delivers everything to keep locals happy enough to keep returning.
What a lovely cafe its big and its busy! Great service inviting! Fast and efficient coffee delivery. The coffee was well made with the use of a good coffee bean.
We were both very impressed by the welcoming and friendly staff and management
Coffee was superb and the food was well presented, fresh and plentiful.
My steak was cooked perfectly, was tender and well sized.
The wine selection while limited in range catered for the various budgets and had some quality wine by the glass
We will definitely return and recommend this place to all our associates
This cafe is situated left side from entrance at 570 of large building. Nice and smooth coffee using Veneziano Estate, mid~deep roasted Brazil coffee beans. It had very fresh aroma.
Staff was singing and seemed happy relaxing atmosphere.
I would say 4.5š
-0.5 was price and location
I had the salmon bagel. It was on the small side but very tasty and it was accompanied by a fresh herbed salad. My colleagues had sandwiches which looked a bit larger.
I am always dubious about city lunches but The Common has changed my mind. So happy to be able to book a table at such a busy venue! Great service, good menu selection and price points. Lunch was delicious - calamari that was super well seasoned and the linguini pasta also delicious. Will be back!
Nice space - loads of tables with a modern design.
My salmon bagel was toasted, so it was hot and crisp. The bagel itself is quite dense.Ā
I'm not sure if the rocquet really fits in this bagel, because the bitterness is overpowering.
I quite like the cafe though, and great that it's also a bar.
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A friendly team here at The Common welcomed me in and sat me down despite and were very attentive.
A nice feel about the place for an inner city cafe. I almost wish I hadnāt already eaten as the food here presented well. Instead just ordered a skinny latte, my drink of choice. The coffee arrived hot, smooth and well presented...so ticked most of my boxes. A great option if you are a fan of classic style coffee.
The Common has a mega happy hour from 1 to 7 on Fridays where you can get a pint of Carlton for only $6 and cocktails from $12 ... nice šš¼
Working in the building, very nice coffee everyday, new summer menu very good for me. Mornining takeaway coffee very busy around 10mins waiting.
Very good coffee and muffin, friendly service. It's all I need in a tee time. After all, I have to say there is too much noise................... F-WORD for the ridiculous at least 140 words.
Came here for lunch following an 'eat club' promotion. The food here was exceptional particularly for the price paid. Ordered the Funghi risotto which was both presented well and tastes equally as impressive. Meals were large enough to leave dealing full and service staff were attentive and prompt. Will be back again!
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This little gem brings a spring to your step. And given that itās on a major thoroughfare, I expect patronage to grow steadily. And if the food is anything to go by, then you are in for a treat!
These people were on the ball. The moment we arrived, they were quick to offer us a seat and quickly cleared the table to ensure that our seats were easily catered for the number of attending guests.
Furthermore, I really loved their bottles of water. It was a great big bottle that you didnāt feel you had to keep asking for refills. And post meal, the clean up was just as quick. I appreciated not being hurried out even though they patrons hanging out the door.
I suffered from food envy. I really did. The Cheeseburger that KD had, looked and smelled really delicious.
Besides the pork belly was not what I expected. First of all, I cannot, repeat, can not fault them on their presentation. For a restaurant that delivers food that quickly, I was amazed at the attention to detail the chef had (hats off to you).
The bread was quite scrumptious and the coleslaw was light, refreshing and really tasty. Then again, anything in mayo is a delight to consume.
The pork belly. I mean, I had my reservations until the first bite. The crackling was tough but the meat was so tender and juicy that it literally melted in your mouth. Of courseā¦ once you got over the hard crackling.
But you know what, I am willing to forgive this slight. The juicy corn, spicy dip and gerkins made up for it!
Even though itās near such a busy road, the interior was well designed and sound proof enough that the conversation, even subtle whispers could be heard between the two attending parties. The interior was really amazing. I loved loved loved the design. It was well laid out and the coffee order/pay area was well placed.
Look, for the city, this place is on par. Itās not on the cheaper side nor is it too exhorbatant. It wasā¦just right. I felt that it was spot on.
Overall, I liked this place. I would recommend everyone I know to go here. Given that this place is in a very convinient location between my office buildings, I anticipate this will become a regular lunch spot for my work colleagues and myself.
Excellent service, vegan/gf friendly, great coffee!! - would highly recommend!
After coming straight from the airport with suitcases, we stopped into āThe Commonā to see if it would be appropriate for coffee and gluten-free/vegan friendly breakfast. The manager was quick to welcome us and seat us towards the back of the cafe where there was room to sit by our suitcases. Impressed by the menu - fritters, smashed avo, breakfast bun, vegetarian stack, I was spoiled for choice. The portion sizes were generous and the prices quite reasonable for a CBD breakfast of this standard. Both plates were presented beautifully and served HOT. Coffees were strong and satisfied the caffeine hit. We came at quite a busy time - and the service was quite fast. Overall would definitely come here again!!
This is where I headed for an after work coffee each and every day. Probably some of the best staff that I have come across in any cafe . They were always engaging and up for a chat. Good memories.
Lovely staff, the chef knows how to cook some shrooms let me tell ya! Delicious!
Love taking my clients there for a coffee catch up and the lunch menu is delicious too. Extremely friendly, fast and effective service and they really make you feel like you're VIP. Always greeted with a smile and goes the extra mile. Highly recommend. Kudos to the cafe manager!
Just arrived in Melbourne nice and early on a cold morning looking for good coffee and breakfast. Stumbled across this place and the service was great from the moment we stepped in the door. Coffee is amazing! So glad to have walked into our first Melbourne stop and have great coffee. I had scrambled eggs on toast and my sister had the breaky bun. For something so simple it was really good.
We will be back again for this visit for sure! Thanks Chad and team :-)
Amazing breakfast and superb service!! I travel a great deal for work and finding good places with delicious food and great service can be challenging. This place is outstanding. Food is consistently fresh and delicious and the staff are amazing! Try the French Toast; nothing like it anywhere. No matter how busy they are theyāre friendly. They remember you, what you like, and are delighted to see you. Great place. A little gem in the city.
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