Nestled in the heart of the city, Commis is a culinary gem that never fails to captivate diners with its exquisite flavors and impeccable service. From the moment you step inside, you're enveloped in an atmosphere of sophistication and elegance.Commis offers a meticulously curated menu that showcases the finest ingredients sourced locally and globally. Each dish is a work of art, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The culinary creations are a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, showcasing the chef's mastery of technique and creativity.The knowledgeable and attentive staff at Commis elevate the dining experience to new heights. They are passionate about their craft and are more than happy to guide you through the menu, suggesting the perfect wine pairings to complement your meal.The ambiance of Commis is refined yet welcoming, making it an ideal choice for intimate dinners or special occasions. The minimalist decor and soft lighting create an intimate setting that allows the food to take center stage.Commis is a dining experience like no other, where every bite is a revelation and every visit leaves you craving more. It's a testament to the culinary artistry and dedication of the team behind this extraordinary establishment. Prepare to be enchanted by Commis, a gastronomic journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you with lasting memories.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Krikorian
OH BOY WAS I PLEASANTLY SURPRISED AND THEN SOME, PLUS MORE!!!!!Maximum Respect for the entire experience, all across the board!PERFECT EXPERIENCE!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alexander Tenette
Loved the ambiance of Commis and the staff are extremely friendly. The Commis old fashion was prob the best style old fashion I ever had. The tables are perfectly lit to set an intimate mood with really comfortable chairs and craftsmanship of tables. The servers wipe down the tables after every course.The food courses started off really strong with their seafood offerings and kind of hit a wall with some of the other dishes that came after and reinserted themselves with their desserts. Some of the dishes may leave you thinking something was missing when it came to flavors or this is a strange combination on others. We did find a long blonde strand hair in our calamansi fish sauce dessert which was unfortunate so we didn't eat it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Amazing service. I'm comparing the food to other fine dining experiences including Per Se, Daniel, La Bernardin, Eleven Madison Park, é, etc. Some of the dishes had minor adjustments needed, but overall the dishes and execution were appreciated. Loved the amuse bouche, the take on the egg and bread, and the pork ball which was also reminiscent of another Vietnamese dish, banh cuon. Thank you for hosting such an amazing date!
B K
Oakland and combined with congested
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 4
Katelyn
I dined here back in August and got the tasting menu. It was a very creative meal and it was fun to try new ingredients for the first time, such as, lotus root and guinea hen. Their signature dish, slow poached egg yolk with smoked dates, alliums, and malt was one of my favorite things that I ate all year, it was true perfection. I also especially loved the tomatoes with oysters, scallion rice, celtuce with mussels, and the pain perdu dessert. Commis was also a pretty good price compared to the other 2 michelin starred restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Branden Stephenson
Amazing! Best fine dining in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mielle Lee
Dined here a while back and it seems they don’t change much of the food items.I think a 2 star restaurant shouldn’t serve their tasting menu items on chipped plates.Food could be more creative and executed better for this caliber of an establishment. The beet dish was supposed to have finger limes. It didn’t and when we asked the server they seemed to just shrug his shoulders.The congee was just loose grains of rice floating in a bland broth. I suppose at the end of the night the cooks were just firing food as quickly as possible and didn’t cook the congee long enough.Seems like very few ingredients are local or particularly special. There are many more fabulous 2 star restaurants with better food concepts and food. A great sample would be Harbor House in Elk California. Well worth the money and experience with thoughtfully prepared foods and was far less expensive than this place.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Chuck Beach
Everything you expect from a michelin 2 star restaurant. Great service, great food, small servings, expensive bill. Come in with realistic expectations and you will not be disappointedParking: Typical oakland parking (or lack there of)
Amazing experience! Service was incredible the moment we walked through the door. Really interesting fusion flavors - we left so satisfied. Totally worth it!
A lot of it made sense, some of it did not. Truffles over scallion rice, why ? The sweetness and onion would overpower the truffles, esp winter black truffles. The A5 addition was understandable but was offered because it's A5 instead of really syncing with the rest of the plate besides an addon. The black garlic waffle, super creative but it's difficult to eat with the rest of the dessert and once the surprise factor of it being black garlic instead of blueberries is over, what's left ? It doesn't cohesively blend with the rest of everything else.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
JadeH
The tasting menu, at least for our party, was divisive. Certainly an interesting culinary experience, but I can't wholeheartedly say I enjoyed it more than other, substantially more affordable meals.
Aaron Grant III GRE_Group_Broker
What an experience. From the time a waiter-not a host- takes your raincoat, scarf and umbrella to the time Alice gives you them back, you are treated with unpretentious 5-Star Quality Service. The first course was three small amuses- bouches; a total of 11 courses in all. All three bites were uniquely delicious and set a terrific tone for an exciting meal.We didn't know what was coming. And we didn't ask.It was only after the experience were we given a menu of everything we tasted; a delightful reminder of all the flavor town.There were only two preparations of the 11 that weren't as enjoyable as all the rest. Although a curious and pleasing plate to the eye, the "vinegar of black rice and blueberries", didn't work for me with the "skate and buckwheat." However, the fish by itself was very good. And the "matcha with soybean milk, fermented, black bean caramel looked lovely. Perhaps my pallet isn't refined enough.We opted in for the freshly shaved truffles and wagyu beef bites to accompany the "scallion rice chanterelle mushroom miso from shared cultures with chicken broth," a chicken broth that was served on the side. Delicious.Everything was delicious, visually tantalizing, creatively conceived and left you saying yum.So yum, I was wiping up drops of the malt from the "slow poached egg yolk, smoked dates, alliums and malt" right off the beautifully crafted, seemingly brand new walnut table; every last drop. And oh my God that Levain bread. Fhaaa...ghettaboutit. Dipped in the malt with the yolk and the dates, this might be one of the best things you'll ever eat. Well done Chef Syhabout.I paired my courses with the wine, sake, sparkling, and port offerings. My girlfriend did not. Expect to pay $900 for such a meal, $200 upfront when you reserve a table in the dining room.What a touch of class, all the way around.From escorting and opening the WC door for you, to the surprise gold birthday candle set in hot wax on a gorgeous plate with a stunning chocolate and peanut butter passion fruit cake presented on delicate chocolate petals ( see photo),Commis is a real touch of class. C'était vraiment magnifique. Merci.
I went to Commis to have dinner at 8:50pm. Google maps states they're open till 10:00 p.m. The host informed me that their last food seating is at 8:00 p.m. he then recommended that I go to Wolf restaurant next door as they close at 9:00 p.m. I do not enjoy imposing on a restaurant a few minutes before they close. I did follow his suggestion and the Wolff staff was incredibly kind and served me food right before they were closing. I'm glad the restaurants on Piedmont Ave work to support each other so well. Gina
Pedro Vicente
Is it worth ~700 DLLS (meal + corkage)? No. When you compare it with the likes of Marlena (RIP), Kin Khao, even Niku it is very hard to make an argument for trying this place. We don’t regret it but I can’t convince myself to go again. With that said let’s start.Let’s get it out of the way and say that the food and service was extraordinary. For me the best dish was the tapioca dumpling, a cream dish with egg (see picture), the levain bread/butter, and the two desserts. We got the optional wagyu beef and it was so cold at serve time it was actually disappointing (don’t get it).Also, the place was so cold me and my partner were freezing all night long haha
Nestled in the heart of the city, Commis is a culinary gem that never fails to captivate diners with its exquisite flavors and impeccable service. From the moment you step inside, you're enveloped in an atmosphere of sophistication and elegance.Commis offers a meticulously curated menu that showcases the finest ingredients sourced locally and globally. Each dish is a work of art, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The culinary creations are a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, showcasing the chef's mastery of technique and creativity.The knowledgeable and attentive staff at Commis elevate the dining experience to new heights. They are passionate about their craft and are more than happy to guide you through the menu, suggesting the perfect wine pairings to complement your meal.The ambiance of Commis is refined yet welcoming, making it an ideal choice for intimate dinners or special occasions. The minimalist decor and soft lighting create an intimate setting that allows the food to take center stage.Commis is a dining experience like no other, where every bite is a revelation and every visit leaves you craving more. It's a testament to the culinary artistry and dedication of the team behind this extraordinary establishment. Prepare to be enchanted by Commis, a gastronomic journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you with lasting memories.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
OH BOY WAS I PLEASANTLY SURPRISED AND THEN SOME, PLUS MORE!!!!!Maximum Respect for the entire experience, all across the board!PERFECT EXPERIENCE!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved the ambiance of Commis and the staff are extremely friendly. The Commis old fashion was prob the best style old fashion I ever had. The tables are perfectly lit to set an intimate mood with really comfortable chairs and craftsmanship of tables. The servers wipe down the tables after every course.The food courses started off really strong with their seafood offerings and kind of hit a wall with some of the other dishes that came after and reinserted themselves with their desserts. Some of the dishes may leave you thinking something was missing when it came to flavors or this is a strange combination on others. We did find a long blonde strand hair in our calamansi fish sauce dessert which was unfortunate so we didn't eat it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Amazing service. I'm comparing the food to other fine dining experiences including Per Se, Daniel, La Bernardin, Eleven Madison Park, é, etc. Some of the dishes had minor adjustments needed, but overall the dishes and execution were appreciated. Loved the amuse bouche, the take on the egg and bread, and the pork ball which was also reminiscent of another Vietnamese dish, banh cuon. Thank you for hosting such an amazing date!
Oakland and combined with congested
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 4
I dined here back in August and got the tasting menu. It was a very creative meal and it was fun to try new ingredients for the first time, such as, lotus root and guinea hen. Their signature dish, slow poached egg yolk with smoked dates, alliums, and malt was one of my favorite things that I ate all year, it was true perfection. I also especially loved the tomatoes with oysters, scallion rice, celtuce with mussels, and the pain perdu dessert. Commis was also a pretty good price compared to the other 2 michelin starred restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing! Best fine dining in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dined here a while back and it seems they don’t change much of the food items.I think a 2 star restaurant shouldn’t serve their tasting menu items on chipped plates.Food could be more creative and executed better for this caliber of an establishment. The beet dish was supposed to have finger limes. It didn’t and when we asked the server they seemed to just shrug his shoulders.The congee was just loose grains of rice floating in a bland broth. I suppose at the end of the night the cooks were just firing food as quickly as possible and didn’t cook the congee long enough.Seems like very few ingredients are local or particularly special. There are many more fabulous 2 star restaurants with better food concepts and food. A great sample would be Harbor House in Elk California. Well worth the money and experience with thoughtfully prepared foods and was far less expensive than this place.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Everything you expect from a michelin 2 star restaurant. Great service, great food, small servings, expensive bill. Come in with realistic expectations and you will not be disappointedParking: Typical oakland parking (or lack there of)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Commis Levain Bread, Slow Poached Egg Yolk Smoked Dates Alliums & Malt
Amazing experience! Service was incredible the moment we walked through the door. Really interesting fusion flavors - we left so satisfied. Totally worth it!
Restaurantji Recommends
A lot of it made sense, some of it did not. Truffles over scallion rice, why ? The sweetness and onion would overpower the truffles, esp winter black truffles. The A5 addition was understandable but was offered because it's A5 instead of really syncing with the rest of the plate besides an addon. The black garlic waffle, super creative but it's difficult to eat with the rest of the dessert and once the surprise factor of it being black garlic instead of blueberries is over, what's left ? It doesn't cohesively blend with the rest of everything else.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
The tasting menu, at least for our party, was divisive. Certainly an interesting culinary experience, but I can't wholeheartedly say I enjoyed it more than other, substantially more affordable meals.
What an experience. From the time a waiter-not a host- takes your raincoat, scarf and umbrella to the time Alice gives you them back, you are treated with unpretentious 5-Star Quality Service. The first course was three small amuses- bouches; a total of 11 courses in all. All three bites were uniquely delicious and set a terrific tone for an exciting meal.We didn't know what was coming. And we didn't ask.It was only after the experience were we given a menu of everything we tasted; a delightful reminder of all the flavor town.There were only two preparations of the 11 that weren't as enjoyable as all the rest. Although a curious and pleasing plate to the eye, the "vinegar of black rice and blueberries", didn't work for me with the "skate and buckwheat." However, the fish by itself was very good. And the "matcha with soybean milk, fermented, black bean caramel looked lovely. Perhaps my pallet isn't refined enough.We opted in for the freshly shaved truffles and wagyu beef bites to accompany the "scallion rice chanterelle mushroom miso from shared cultures with chicken broth," a chicken broth that was served on the side. Delicious.Everything was delicious, visually tantalizing, creatively conceived and left you saying yum.So yum, I was wiping up drops of the malt from the "slow poached egg yolk, smoked dates, alliums and malt" right off the beautifully crafted, seemingly brand new walnut table; every last drop. And oh my God that Levain bread. Fhaaa...ghettaboutit. Dipped in the malt with the yolk and the dates, this might be one of the best things you'll ever eat. Well done Chef Syhabout.I paired my courses with the wine, sake, sparkling, and port offerings. My girlfriend did not. Expect to pay $900 for such a meal, $200 upfront when you reserve a table in the dining room.What a touch of class, all the way around.From escorting and opening the WC door for you, to the surprise gold birthday candle set in hot wax on a gorgeous plate with a stunning chocolate and peanut butter passion fruit cake presented on delicate chocolate petals ( see photo),Commis is a real touch of class. C'était vraiment magnifique. Merci.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Commis Levain Bread, Slow Poached Egg Yolk Smoked Dates Alliums & Malt
I went to Commis to have dinner at 8:50pm. Google maps states they're open till 10:00 p.m. The host informed me that their last food seating is at 8:00 p.m. he then recommended that I go to Wolf restaurant next door as they close at 9:00 p.m. I do not enjoy imposing on a restaurant a few minutes before they close. I did follow his suggestion and the Wolff staff was incredibly kind and served me food right before they were closing. I'm glad the restaurants on Piedmont Ave work to support each other so well. Gina
Is it worth ~700 DLLS (meal + corkage)? No. When you compare it with the likes of Marlena (RIP), Kin Khao, even Niku it is very hard to make an argument for trying this place. We don’t regret it but I can’t convince myself to go again. With that said let’s start.Let’s get it out of the way and say that the food and service was extraordinary. For me the best dish was the tapioca dumpling, a cream dish with egg (see picture), the levain bread/butter, and the two desserts. We got the optional wagyu beef and it was so cold at serve time it was actually disappointing (don’t get it).Also, the place was so cold me and my partner were freezing all night long haha
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Commis Levain Bread, Slow Poached Egg Yolk Smoked Dates Alliums & Malt