COMMERCE Reviews List

Dined on 6/15/2013

Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"everything from start to finish was spot on.
the restaurant was packed, but the server didn't miss a beat & the food was perfectly crafted.
looking forward to go back very soon."

Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 2 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Dined on 6/15/2013

2006

Dined on 6/15/2013

2006

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I had heard rave reviews about Commerce for years and I just had to try it finally. The chicken was everything people said about it and more - really amazing but everything else was pretty mediocre, including the service. They forgot part of our order and all of the other dishes we got were just ok. For a family of pasta aficionados, this pasta was close to not edible.

I am definitely going back to Commerce for the chicken and in the hopes of a better overall meal but don't get your hopes too high."

Dined on 6/15/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 3 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

won't be going back

Dined on 6/15/2013

Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The restaurant was very crowded, the food was average and service fair to good. Unfortunately they seated up one hour and fifteen minutes after our reservation, so we were not at al pleased despite them agreeing to pay for a round of drinks to make up for the delay."

Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

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Review 4 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 6/12/2013

Dined on 6/12/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Based on reviews, we were very excited to try the pot-au-pho-- the beef was cooked perfectly, however, it lacked seasoning- very tender, but was missing heat or flavor. This may be a great dish for someone else but it skipped a beat with us. Bartender was great- makes rad drinks."

Dined on 6/12/2013

2012

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Review 5 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 6/12/2013

2013

Dined on 6/12/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"It's just about as lovely a location as you can find in NYC for a restaurant and the interior and ambiance matches the location. It's a bit cramped inside. We were 5 people at a 4 person table and we were not the only ones. Tables are very close together. Service people were very pleasant though a touch slow. Overall, I give it a strong recommendation."

Dined on 6/12/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 6 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We loved it.

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Dined on 6/11/2013

2008

Dined on 6/11/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The very cozy and nice looking restaurant. All foods were fantastic, we definitely going back there. Not too noisy, you can actually talk."

Dined on 6/11/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 7 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Special Place

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Dined on 6/11/2013

2006

Dined on 6/11/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great meals with excellent service in beautiful old guild hall on quiet Greenwich Village street. Sommelier was helpful with useful description of choices. Waitress with the discrete tattoo of Texas on her wrist also provided excellent ordering help. Had excellent Sancerre rouge. Special appetizer of soft shell crab, buratta, and chili remoulade was fantastic. Korean-inspired Berkshire pork chop with kim chi sauce and apples was also superb. Passed on dessert but, as they passed by, they looked fantastic, particularly "The Greatest Coconut Cake." Definitely going back."

Dined on 6/11/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem

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Review 8 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

very good, but...

Dined on 6/04/2013

Dined on 6/04/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food is very good, but it is just way too noisy especially as the night goes on."

Dined on 6/04/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 9 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

amazing!

Dined on 5/11/2013

Dined on 5/11/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"just go and order anything and everything. that being said, somehow, save room for dessert. or even if you don't have room, just order it any way."

Dined on 5/11/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 10 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Horrible Service / Management

Dined on 6/08/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This is the only 1-star review I have ever given. Despite the good food, I feel obligated to give Commerce only one star due to the egregious wait times. I came here for dinner in Dec. and was told there would be a short wait but ended up waiting almost an hour to be seated. I came back Sat night and was told it would be a short wait and I reminded them about last time and politely asked if this would be the case again. The hostess rudely corrected me and said that it would be shorter this time. We ended up waiting over 45 mins again. Hostess was incredibly obnoxious and there was no apology from anyone; they do not care about their customers. in a city with many great restaurants with better service, i highly recommend going elsewhere"

Dined on 6/08/2013

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Review 11 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic!

Dined on 6/08/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We arrived at Commerce a little bit early for our reservation and were seated right away. Our waitress was attentive and nice. The cocktails were amazing! The food was not only delicious, but unique. An all-around enjoyable experience."

Dined on 6/08/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 12 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

noise level

Dined on 6/08/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The experience was truly enjoyable, however the noise level was much too loud. I was with some older relatives and they really had a difficult time hearing the entire evening"

Dined on 6/08/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 13 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Too Crowded

Dined on 6/07/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food and service was very good but there are too many tables crammed into the space and therefore not only too cramped for comfort but way too loud as well."

Dined on 6/07/2013

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Review 14 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Good food but extremely noisy

Dined on 6/07/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I was looking forward to trying this restaurant but we were EXTREMELY disappointed from the time we walked in as the hostess Mary gave nothing but attitude. Our booking was made for 8.45 but we got the table at 9.40 only!!! and no apologies were even made about it from anyone at the restaurant. We were very simply and rudely told that many people had arrived late for their reservation due to the rain and we would just have to wait out turn, EVEN though we were there on time!!!!! The place was extremely noisy, packed like sardines. The redeeming factors were that the food was good, the waiter & bar tender were efficient but our experience was ruined from the moment we walked in... THANK YOU MARY FOR THAT."

Dined on 6/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Review 15 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Awesome App, Underwhelming Entree

Dined on 6/06/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Started with Sweet Potato Tortelloni. It was exceptional. Had meatballs w/ polenta for my entree. Very mediocre. Service was rushed. The glass pours and cocktail list were also nothing special. Go here for the atmosphere, and maybe the pastas."

Dined on 6/06/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem

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Review 16 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Dined on 6/06/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food at Commerce was excellent, and drinks, though expensive, were generous. The hostesses and bar tenders had condescending attitudes, and the service was very slow."

Dined on 6/06/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

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Review 17 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

What happened to Commerce?

Dined on 6/06/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The noise level here was beyond distracting...music was pitched at such a high level that voices were raised just to go above it, making even a half empty restaurant seem very loud. Service was poor and it took a half hour for our food to come out, even thigh we were seated early enough before the restaurant filled up...wait staff should have been keeping us up to date on the status of our orders but they had to be chased down twice for us to ask. The food and wine list are very good but this is not the place to go for quiet conversation and efficient service."

Dined on 6/06/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem

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Review 18 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful!

Dined on 6/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Perfect spot for pre-theater drinks and after-theater supper (the Cherry Lane is right next door), with excellent food and attentive service. Everyone at Commerce is committed to patrons' happiness. The spaghetti carbonara sadly had a squiggly non-spaghetti pasta, but the pork schnitzel was a delight. The place was packed before the show (the Negroni was perfectly made) and they seated everyone in one section for after-theater, so it always feels like a going concern. The noise level can get a bit out of hand (we had a table of six screamers next to us), but everyone is clearly having a great time."

Dined on 6/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find

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Review 19 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Be warned!

Dined on 1/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had a reservation and waited slightly more than two hours for our table after being told repeatedly it would be ready soon. The food and atmosphere are great, but no place is worth a two hour wait with reservations!"

Dined on 1/12/2013

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Review 20 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic

Dined on 5/23/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Spent 6 days in New York ate out every evening and by far the best evening was the Commerce Restaurant, Going back in August for 4 nights and will probably eat there every night!"

Dined on 5/23/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 21 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Dined on 5/30/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Unfortunately we ordered the chicken for 2 which was recommended by our waitress. She forgot to inform us that it takes over an hour to prepare. We were there for almost 3 hours and the food wasn't that special."

Dined on 5/30/2013

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Review 22 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Dined on 5/28/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food pretty good. Tables are too close. Very loud but fun."

Dined on 5/28/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 23 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic, romantic place foodies!!

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Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"An absolute gem nestled in a quaint neighborhood. Great spot for romantic dinners and special nights out. Great food, unique entrees. My boyfriend and I celebrated our anniversary there while in the city for a long weekend. The deviled eggs and banana cream pie were epic!! Prices average for NYC. Close to the subway! Highly recommended!"

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 24 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Deafening

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Having enjoyed Commerce many times, Saturday night was the last straw. Deafening noise prevented us from carrying on any semblance of a conversation. The food is good, but not so good that you just want to sit, mute, eating your meal in silence while a jet engine roars overhead. There are plenty of other enjoyable, and quieter, restaurants in the Village. Service was okay."

Dined on 5/25/2013

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Review 25 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I would go again

Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Although OpenTable has a $$ for this restaurant, I have to agree with other reviewers that it's more like a $$$. I went for brunch and eventhough the main courses were mostly in the upper teens, you're paying those prices for breakfast food. I ordered the baked eggs over spinach. It was amazing! I'd go back for it very frequently if I lived in the hood and if it was $5 cheaper. Also, if you like drinking brunches, be ready to either leave sober or burn a great big hole in your wallet. Besides beer, I don't recall an alcoholic drink under $10, with most in the mid teens. Despite the prices, I would definitely go to Commerce again, just not very frequently."

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 26 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, slow service

Dined on 5/24/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was very good, and had lots of great sounding menu options to choose from making it hard to pick. Lots of great meat options like pork schnitzel, veal meatballs on polenta, duck, steak....all sounding delicious. Whatever we had was great!
The chocolate chip cookies are simply amazing! The 2nd best I've ever had (after Levain bakery's epic cookies).

The service however was incredibly slow. Yes it was a Saturday night, but to wait 1 hour to be seated with a reservation, and then the main course coming out 45 minutes after the appetizer plates we taken away is a little too much. The waiters did keep bringing bread and water, so the slow service was not in their hands, but most likely the place was over booked and had a slow kitchen."

Dined on 5/24/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

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Review 27 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Food in historic setting

Dined on 5/24/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"An overall memorable dining experience."

Dined on 5/24/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list

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Review 28 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/24/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The location is quaint and dining room decor well handled. The menu is thoughtful, preparation and presentation excellent. Not overwrought, just smart and well done. The staff are really top notch and personable. Our wine steward was very helpful in making a wise selection from among many good and decently priced options on the list. It worked perfect before The Cherry Lane Theatre, next door."

Dined on 5/24/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 29 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Dined on 5/23/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was great, and the service was good. But the overall experience was disappointing. The restaurant is too tightly packed. You are basically sitting in other people's laps and it was so loud we couldn't hear what anyone else at our table was saying. This was meant to be a celebratory dinner but we couldn't even hear each other say congratulations."

Dined on 5/23/2013

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Review 30 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/22/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Although expensive, crowded, and noisy- the ambience felt energized.
There was great detail to the food.
Do recommend."

Dined on 5/22/2013

Special Features: notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 31 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious but expensive

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everything at Commerce is always perfectly executed from the food and the service to the sommelier and bartender. Be ware though that this is NOT a two $$ and Opentable has it listed but instead more of a four $$$$. Well worth the money!"

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 32 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Place

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I love COMMERCE.

Whether it's brunch or dinner, the food and table service have been wonderful! (The front door/host are a bit rough) but once you are seated, be ready for a great time.

I'd recommend a must not miss but we have yet to order something to skip..."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 33 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The space is cute and it was a hit with my out of town guests. I think the food is pricey for what you get and the service was a bit lacking. That said the food wasn't bad, but nothing standout."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 34 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Inconsistent Brunch

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food itself was delicious and we would return simply for the food. The service wasn't necessarily bad, it was just strange/inconsistent. It took us 30-45 minutes to be seated for our reservation. The staff was friendly and attentive, but the kitchen refused to make any substitution to the menu, such as an egg white omelette. At one point, I ask for some bread to go with my pasta and was told that they didn't provide bread at brunch, then after asking a different waitress I receive bread. It was just a meal with odd service. The food really was delicious though. We had a much better experience coming here for dinner. I'd probably return for brunch or dinner, but will need to adjust my expectations."

Dined on 5/19/2013

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Review 35 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Late Sunday Brunch:

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"food excellent (loved the cinnamon rolls!) - service superb - always worth the trip!"

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch

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Review 36 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We waited almost an hour and a half to be seated, our server knocked over a glass of wine at our table, and no one replenished it. The staff were disorganized and overwhelmed. The food tasted good, but the experience was terrible. The table next to us had a similar experience. I would not go back. The bar was super crowded with other people waiting for their meals, it seemed like the entire dining room was mismanaged."

Dined on 5/18/2013

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Review 37 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/16/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was outstanding, service really great....but it was soooooooo loud. They could easily remedy this problem! All they need is a little sound absorbing material in the ceiling coffers and they'd be set. Other than the excruciating noise level it is a 10 out of 10!!!"

Dined on 5/16/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 38 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Never on Mother's Day

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Our reservation was for 3 people at 2:30, we were seated at 3:30 at a table for 2, our food arrived at 4, our waiter offered 2 glasses of wine for our patience and then charged us anyway. The food was tasty but salty, the staff grumpy and aloof except for the host who was very apologetic every time he said it would just be a few minutes during our hour at the bar (lucky to have those seats). The ambience was frenetic, too crowded and too loud. I've been to Commerce twice before and had a wonderful experience both times, I guess the rule of thumb is never on a holiday."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, hot spot

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Review 39 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"i have eaten several times at Commerce. The food it always great, great service and atmosphere."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem

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Review 40 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

West village gem

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"So glad this La Grange followup is here to stay. Top notch cuisine in a rarefied art deco renovation of this west village landmark. A bit noisy and no space even to walk between tables but the food and the fellow diners were new yorks finest"

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 41 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

sticking to dinner!

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Dinner at this restaurant is great....brunch, not so much! Stay away from the baked eggs with spinach and truffle...its more of a spinach dish than a egg dish. German pancake is pretty good and sausage is made in-house, don't think mine was cooked through! No dessert until after 4 :-/ You know what? Stick to dinner at this place , the chicken and steak are very tasty!"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 42 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fresh, unusual & delicious

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This was my fourth time eating at Commerce and one of the best experiences yet. I like to consider myself a foodie and love trying new things and unique flavor combinations, and I can always count on at least a few items on Commerce's menu that I've never had before. I was excited to try the rabbit rillette (like a pâté, the knowledgeabe waitress explained) and sweetbreads with, lima beans, asparagus, bacon and a soy glaze; neither apps disappointed. While I was sad that the kitchen had run out of the pork schnitzel (which I've had before and is both simple and delicious), the pappardelle with lamb ragu was fresh and delicious. I wish I had room at the end for the amazing coconut cake but I would've exploded all over the restaurant."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 43 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice for special occasions

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had a great mothers' day celebration though we were rushed in the end to make space fort the next customers. Food was delicious and service very attentive."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 44 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We waited for over an hour

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food here is incredible, so I'll definitely go back, but making a reservation here is playing roulette. We were a couple minutes late for our reservation, but we called to let the restaurant know we were running behind. They said "no problem" because the previous party at our table was still there. We arrived 10 min late. A full hour after our 8pm reservation, we were finally seated. In my opinion, it is the restaurant's responsibility to get us seated if we have a reservation. If I had wanted to eat at 9pm, there were plenty of other great restaurants on OpenTable with 9pm availability.

The food is fabulous, though, so if you're willing to wait at the bar (which has great drinks), you won't be upset with your dinner."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 45 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Review is for brunch. Incredibly cramped restaurant. Food was OK but for the price not worth it."

Dined on 5/12/2013

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Review 46 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and bar

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was outstanding as was the bar menu and wine list. The cramped table and loud dining room was a bit uncomfortable the superior menu made up for it."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 47 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Awesome food, awesome service. Only thing I was unhappy with was having to wait to be seated til 8:15pm, despite having a 7:45pm reservation."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 48 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Better and Better

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I know its hard to believe but Commerce gets better and better. Need I say more?"

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 49 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Should be on everyone's short list

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Classic but modern mix of foodie-New York experience."

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 50 for COMMERCE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Wine trickery