When entering The Common, there’s a distinct space that easily converts from a dining room to a dance floor. Sometimes, it’s easy to feel as if you’ve stepped back into the familiar room of someone’s home; a room where stacks of vinyls line one wall and the other has familiar faces of legends, like Jimi Hendrix and Marilyn Monroe, hanging from gilded frames. And when evening comes, that’s when the change begins. That same room steadily moves towards a dance floor packed with bodies carried away by a variety of songs – everything from hip hop to favourite throwbacks or the acoustics and bass of a live rock band.
All of this makes The Common feel like the kind of space whose goal is defining the standard of a good time. Ask where to go for something different for snacks – the answer just might be “The Common" with starter dishes like truffle popcorn, drizzled with melted butter and covered with seasonings of thyme and white truffles. Ask where to go for an unconventional karaoke night – here, there’s a Hip Hop Karaoke event every now and then. Staples like these have been years in the making; and, in August 2016, The Common celebrated its seventh anniversary.
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While always available on their menu, Monday nights are The Common’s Chicken and Waffles nights, where their spicy fried chicken and bacon waffle topped with blackberry, goat cheese butter and watermelon is only $12. You won’t want to miss this unique take on this classic soul comfort food.
View this Smart ListThe Common is a cozy, eclectic Edmonton favourite known for well-crafted cocktails and good eating. The vintage inspired ambiance is juxtaposed by the weekend DJ spinning modern tunes and, trust me, the contrast is a good one. Try the Cucumber Fizz for a fresh cocktail that won’t disappoint.
View this Smart ListOne of downtown’s most unique restaurant and bars, The Common is known for their hip vibe and gourmet pub fare. They’re no slouch in the salad department either, offering five fabulous gluten-free salads that you can add fish, chicken or steak to, depending on your taste preference. Try the prosciutto, nectarine and honeydew salad with a mint and white balsamic dressing (perfect with chicken) or the smoked pork salad with lychee, grilled scallions, tangerines and oranges.
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