The Beacon Public house is a locally influenced gastropub with a "book-ish cool vibe', adorned with reclaimed wood, and modern industrial accents the Beacon focuses it cuisine on comfortable and familiar favorites using only the highest quality local and sustainable ingredients. The Beacon imparts the Noble House brand passion for excellence in preparation and execution.

Complimenting the kitchen, the bar program features hand crafted, seasonal cocktails, a carousel of local, national and international beers and a well versed wine program.

The service and atmosphere is unpretentious, yet professional and engaging. It will feel like 'home away from home'

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25 Current Reviews

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

(25 Reviews)

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5 stars

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4 stars

(8)

3 stars

(5)

2 stars

(2)

1 star

(0)

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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fit for foodies(9)
neighborhood gem(8)
good for groups(5)

romantic(4)
special occasion(4)
great for lunch(3)

Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel Reviews List

Review 1 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

This could be a great restaurant.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/20/2013

2007

Dined on 04/20/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This could be a great restaurant. The service is slower than slow, though. We went on two separate occasions, and both times the service was slow. The hostess was specially slow. The food is okay. It's good, not great, not super creative. The ambiance is outstanding. The decor is cool and hip."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2007

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Review 2 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We tried Beacon Public House

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2013

2006

Dined on 04/13/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We tried Beacon Public House on a whim and were really happy with our experience. The food is excellent, and the service was great. It's not located in an area well-known for a lot of great restaurants, but I'd suggest trying it out."

Dined on 04/13/2013

2006

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

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Review 3 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a large group in the

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/11/2013

2012

Dined on 04/11/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We had a large group in the private room right off the dining room. Great decor and really comfy seating. The service was top notch and the food was fantastic. I will be back for the walleye appetizer. 3 in our group got the flat iron steak and said it was awesome. The "Red Rita" cockatail was a hit!"

Dined on 04/11/2013

2012

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

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Review 4 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It's nice to have a "grown-up"

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/15/2013

2013

Dined on 03/15/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"It's nice to have a "grown-up" restaurant on this side of campus, a nice alternative to fast food and bar food. Very good food, perfect portion sizes, salads and sandwiches are reasonably priced for the quality. The pulled pork taco salad is my favorite. If you want one of their awesome booths for lunch, be sure to reserve ahead, as they book up fast."

Dined on 03/15/2013

2013

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Review 5 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Definitely get the truffle

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/07/2013

2006

Dined on 03/07/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

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"Definitely get the truffle french fries here. They are SOOO delicious."

Dined on 03/07/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 6 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Good food, really slow service

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"5ppl for 715pm on a Sat. Not too many tables were seated. I didn't arrive until 15 minutes after my friends. 1st round of drinks didn't come until well after I arrived.

Service continued to be slow as we received our food. Had to remind server about apps which didn't arrive until AFTER meals had come (which were comp'd). Had to ask other staff for water & pepper/salt.

Decent beer/wine/cocktails. Food highlights were burger with short ribs, biscuits, horseradish potato puree, and brusell sprouts"

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 7 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great new restaurant. Don't

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/15/2013

2006

Dined on 02/15/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great new restaurant. Don't even mess around with the plain french fries, get the truffle parmesan ones. I had the portabello mushroom panini, it was delicious!"

Dined on 02/15/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 8 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great beer list. I love that

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2013

Dined on 02/14/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great beer list. I love that they carry lots of local options - especially Pour Decisions ans 3 different options from Sumnmit (including the excellent Oatmeal Stout). Bravo!

Went with friends for some small plates and brews. Loved the mussels & frites (with truffle oil). Wonderful fries and great to dip in the garlicky sauce from the mussels. The popcorn shrimp was also excellent: full sized shrimp battered in a light tempura. The asparagus and bacon was also a highlight with the perfectly poached egg on top. The bacon was a big slab of tasty pork belly - awesome. The only disappointment was that someone ordered the last panna cotta for dessert before me, but the saffron creme brulee stood in well."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 9 for Beacon Public House - The Common's Hotel

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Great Scene, Awful Food

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I eat out a lot and have had my share of mediocre food of which I am not that picky about but Beacon Public House set a new low food-wise. The mussels were old and tasted fishy-we couldn't even eat them, the venison satay tasted like round steak. The only saving grace was the maytag blue cheese from the blue cheese and date dish. I left hungry and horrified. I would go back for drinks as the decor and vibe were a breath of fresh air to Dinkytown but would eat beforehand."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

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