I had high expectations for The Commoner based on other reviews from various sources. I went for lunch to try to Lamb Hash and was surprisingly disappointed. The hash came on a huge, dry bun, which made each bite about 80% bread. It would have been better if the lamb hash had a strong flavor, but it was very bland and also a little dry. I tried salting it a bit, but then it was just salty and dry.
It came with a side of greens which was alright. I personally am a fan of simple salads, but the dish as a whole had no distinct flavors that stood out. Eventually I ditched the bread and ate the hash on it's own, which was an improvement. The best part of my meal was the brussels sprouts I stole off my friend's plate. His open-face turkey sandwich was actually pretty good. It tasted like Thanksgiving on a bun, and the sprouts had a good balance of flavor and texture.
Their beer selection was good. I was told to stay away from their cocktails, so I was happy with the beer. We sat at the bar and the bartenders were friendly. No complaints there.
I may consider giving this place a second chance, but you would have to twist my arm quite a bit. Overall this was a let-down.