Commis - Oakland
Commis
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Commis in Oakland is a two-star Michelin fine dining restaurant, led by Chef James Syhabout, nominated by the James Beard Foundation. Guests are invited to enjoy a multi-course tasting menu in a warm and comfortable dining room, beautifully decorated with glass light pendants, dark furniture, walnut tables, candles, and floral arrangements. The attentive service staff and sommeliers deliver dishes that showcase the best Northern California ingredients through a blend of modern and classic cooking techniques. The cuisine at Commis aims to excite and satisfy by bridging the flavors, textures, and temperatures of the East and West in every course.
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Commis, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Oakland, offers a unique dining experience that has received mixed reviews. Some diners found the tasting menu to be underwhelming for the price, with limited menu choices and a lack of accommodation for food allergies. On the other hand, others praised the small, delicately prepared plates that were both creative and delicious. The service at Commis was consistently praised as excellent, with attentive staff and knowledgeable sommeliers. While some diners were disappointed with certain dishes, all agreed that the experience was memorable and worth visiting for a special occasion. The atmosphere was welcoming and not as pretentious as expected, making for an enjoyable dining experience overall. Prices at Commis are on the higher side, with an average cost per person of $100 or more, making it a special treat for foodies looking to indulge in a unique culinary experience.
Might have been 4 stars if not for the Chefs counter seating. The food was and service was expectedly solid for a 2 star Michelin restaurant, but the theater of watching all the courses being created was fantastic!
We did enjoy the food, and the portion was appropreitate. However, as a 2-star michilin, we feel the environment is not up to our expectation. The room temperature was too low, we all felt pretty chilly throughout the dinner. The wait time between each dish was toooo long, a 2.5 hours dinner became almost 3.5 hours. And the bathroom has a bit wired smell. Maybe we just had too high expectation to a two-star.
One of the best decisions that I have made recently, was to visit Commis! I can’t say enough about it. Clean and cozy atmosphere with great views of the open kitchen. Very professional, well trained, and hospitable staff, who are warm, engaging, and never seem to miss a beat. The food is not only technical, and very visually appealing, but also unique, and extremely delicious! I was super impressed by the texture and flavor combinations of several of the dishes, and the bread was one of the best I’ve ever had. It came out so fresh and with a beautiful crust that was light and crusty, and steaming when pulled apart. Extremely talented chef! Very hardworking and dedicated kitchen team who work quietly and nonstop, to prove the best experience possible! I can’t wait to come back!!!
Superlative. I cannot think when I’ve had a better time dining; staff was very friendly and engaging and informative. The food is simply amazing, and I personally absolutely love the bar dining experience. Came here with a good friend, cannot wait to come back and bring the wife. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
I’ve been wanting to try this two Michelin star spot for a while, mostly held back because it’s a bit out of the way. Finally made it, and first impressions were great! the space is beautiful, and the interior design really stood out to me. Everything felt thoughtful and calming. The service was also very professional. All the staff were in suits and clearly well-trained, which made the experience feel polished. As for the food, it focuses more on flavor and texture rather than creativity or visual presentation. It’s not the kind of michelin meal that surprises you, but the dishes were solid. I especially appreciated their wine pairings—very well chosen. One suggestion: it would be nice to see more artistic thought in the plating, maybe with unique ceramics that elevate the experience and to include a small printed course list or QR code, so guests can better follow each dish’s components. All in all, in a region with limited fine dining options, this place is still worth visiting, but there’s definitely room to grow in both creativity and overall execution. Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
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