The Commons — Restaurant in Otari

It seems like this place is brand new - very recently opened near Tsugaike. I understand the concept they are aiming for (slightly upscale new American), but I think they're still working out the kinks, warming into things.

Staff was super nice and friendly. The food was overall tasty (some better than others) but I thought the prices were a bit high for the amount that we received.

I think the main area of improvement for them would be sprucing up the interior atmosphere. It was very dark and echoey inside giving it kind of a bare feeling. Additional decor/rugs/lighting should help warm things up. Also, there was a lamp that was attempting to brighten up the seating area, but it was pointed directly at our table blinding me, so we turned it away. I think with a bunch of extra decor and lighting, the place could be really cute and welcoming!

I hope to see this place bloom in the future as it definitely...

Last night, we had dinner here. The restaurant is an atmospheric spot with a modern, Western take on Japanese cuisine. The menu features a selection of excellent wines, delicious cocktails, and enjoyable non-alcoholic drinks. The dishes are well-portioned and perfect for sharing. The fusion of Japanese and European influences works brilliantly, resulting in surprising and flavorful dishes.

The owner is highly skilled at her job, warmly welcoming guests and providing excellent service. As a thoughtful gesture, she gifted us sake because she felt it had been too busy and wished she could have spent more time attending to our table.

All in all, this restaurant is highly recommended for a delightful...

Modern British/French at its finest and most comforting. A little more expensive than the standard local places, though not wildly so. Definitely worth the price of admission. The chef came out to serve a number of our courses which was an extremely nice touch. Service overall was very friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was lively and felt part pub part restaurant in that sense. Overall it made for a really pleasant and surprising change from the regular Tsugaike...