Common Good Cocktail House — Restaurant in Glen Ellyn

Common Good Has Zero Common Decency

Back in April I brought a friend with me here for her first visit, as we entered I opened the front door (the door didn’t have a stopper or control arm on it so it swung wide open without much effort) a guy who works there, shorter with curly, reddish hair, got very close to our faces and began yelling at both of us for opening the door too wide. He berated us in front of a packed house making ridiculous claims that I “almost broke the woman’s nose” who was behind the door - making sure everyone in the bar heard him making some pathetic attempt to embarrass us. He went on to say “in fact I think you broke her nose! She could be bleeding are you happy?!”- which was not true at all as the woman hadn’t been touched, never made contact with the door and was completely fine. It was very dark in there and we couldn’t see anything on the inside when we were coming in so we couldn’t know anyone was behind the door - and of course we can safely say it’s completely the bar’s responsibility to have a safe environment for everyone coming and going in there, so should anything have happened in the case it still most definitely wouldn’t of been our fault and in no capacity should we have been put in this awful light to everyone by this man.

He continued on further and yelled at us in a very sarcastic tone saying that “there is no room, no seating, and no standing room” and that we “should try coming back in an hour” he basically told us to leave. He was so very rude it almost seemed like he was on drugs the way he totally exaggerated the situation.

We stepped outside and we watched for a few minutes as other couples went in and were seated. I called Common Good a couple days later and told them what happened, the woman on the phone took my number and said she would call me back but she never did.

My friend never got a chance to really experience this place - other than the nightmare that was her...

A Perfect Blend of Uniqueness and Ambience at Common Good Cocktail House.

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Common Good Cocktail House, and the word 'experience' is used deliberately. Every aspect, from the distinctive drink offerings to the outstanding service, contributed to a memorable evening that was well beyond the standard bar or restaurant visit.

What immediately caught my attention was the unique selection of drinks. The cocktail list was unlike anything I've seen before, boasting a mixture of time-honored classics infused with a fresh twist, and completely original creations. Each concoction was a testament to their mixologist's creativity, combining ingredients that, on paper, might raise an eyebrow, but in practice, work in harmony to create a symphony of flavors.

The ambience of Common Good Cocktail House is the perfect partner to their unique drink offerings. A sense of relaxation washes over you the moment you walk through the door. It's a chilled environment where time seems to slow down, a rare gem in the bustling city. The décor blends modern aesthetics with cozy comfort, creating a vibe that is eclectic, inviting, and oh-so-cool.

Above all, the excellent service deserves special mention. Our server, CJ, was a breath of fresh air. She was very attentive and friendly, making us feel valued and welcomed. Her knowledge of the menu was impressive, and she was able to provide expert recommendations that perfectly matched our tastes. CJ's passion for the craft and her commitment to ensuring a great guest experience truly exemplified the spirit of Common Good Cocktail House.

In a world filled with mundane and carbon-copy eateries, Common Good Cocktail House shines as a beacon of uniqueness, comfort, and superb customer service. It is a place I am already planning my return to, and I recommend it to anyone seeking a refreshingly different drinking experience.

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My bestie and I were seated outside on a Friday night. It was ~9pm. We ordered 1 round, and then shortly before 10 we were told it was 15 til close, so we should order our last round. My first drink, "The Eye of the Liger" was super complex and balanced, but my second drink, "Late Bloomer", was straight up mezcal with an old brownish pansy on top and I couldn't finish it. I consider myself a mezcal cocktail enthusiast. But this was a poorly made cocktail with no depth except for smoke.

We were told it was last call at 9:55pm and offered to have our second round to go. I thought it was open til 1am and was looking forward to trying the Diglett drink. I then noticed that 2 tables next to us outside took their drinks and left the patio. I thought that maybe they closed out and took them to go. We chose to drink our second round on the patio. We finished and ordered an Uber around 10:20, and were waiting outside as it started to pour rain. The server assured us that it's okay for us to wait under the umbrella. But after about 10 minutes of waiting outside under the umbrella, my friend had a weird feeling and asked our server who was cleaning up the patio where the other tables went. The server told us that the inside is open til 1am and went on a tangent about local ordinances. Why wouldn't she have offered us to move inside, even just to wait for our Uber in the doorway instead of being out in the pouring rain?

Idk if it's because at first they offered us a spot in the waiting line indoors when we arrived at 9ish and I said, no thanks, it's too loud in here and I'm half deaf so we'd prefer outside where it was quieter. But even so, when we left my friend peeked inside and there was plenty of space. It was a very odd experience and I've never felt so unwelcome. Not so much for the...