Commonwealth Cafe

This place a really strong in almost every area. Great food, solid staff service, interesting ambiance… but the prices are really high for a place where you order at the counter. I know it’s downtown Birmingham and that probably what they have to charge to be profitable, but it’s still hard to pay $30 for one person’s breakfast. Awesome food though!

Had to wait longer than normal for my lunch today and they offered me a free cookie/pastry for my wait! It was very unexpected and appreciated. The chocolate chip cookie was also amazing! The quality of the food here is outstanding and I will definitely continue to return.

I really enjoyed their Mediterranean quiche. And the weather was just right for outdoor seating. Eating here is not inexpensive, so be prepared to spend quite a bit more than usual on breakfast here.

While the food and coffee are top notch, the whole dining-in experience is subpar for the price. Why do I have to wait in line to order while there are a dozen tables open? After you order, you’re seated by a host anyway. I don’t get my food before I’m seated, a runner brings it out, and they’re not sure who ordered what anyway. In this day and age there are plenty of restraints that have a similar model that skip a “server” and use an app to order and pay. I think management should really look into this to elevate the dining in experience. The food and drink are, again, great, but the cost does not match the total experience.

Variety of healthy and vegan options. Love their constantly updated featured menu.
Nice ambiance.
Great coffee and tea choices.

One of the best place to have brunch. The staff are so nice. Foods are so nice 😋 so 😋

Very appreciative of the vegan pancakes. Super sweet treat to start the day. Would love to see a savory vegan breakfast option. Good coffee and a great location.

Our #alphabetbrunch took us into Birmingham and to this bright, trendy brunch house. While the ambiance is comfortable, their food was appealing but bland. The Caprese Omelette was fresh and filling. The Quinoa Breakfast Bowl wasn't bad, but was disappointingly boring. Would definitely benefit from some more flavor. Try it with some Sriracha! Fortunately, their coffee was excellent. We got lucky and didn't wait long at this popular, casual spot. Overall this was a middle of the road brunch experience for us.

Interesting set up for a breakfast/brunch spot. You need to order your food before sitting down so it's best to view the menu online before hand so you know what you want before you go in. Great food though and the macaroons are delicious!

The spot was really busy. Yet, the line moved efficiently, the service bring out the food was polite, and the food tasted good. The atmosphere was lively, yet, comfortable. We definitely enjoyed the space and will return. Loved the grade school chairs to sit it, very cool and funky.