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Welcome to The Commons On Portland

The newest restaurant from the Millstone Group!

The Commons is a warm, welcoming pub where the community can gather, relax, and enjoy elevated pub fare, great local beers, and a fantastic wine list.

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Food Menu

  • Truffle Oil Potato Páve$14.95

    Crispy, golden potato layers fried to perfection, sprinkled with grated parmesan cheese and drizzled with truffle oil.

  • Calamari$17.95

    Crispy fried baby squid with lemon aioli and marinara.

  • Nachos $18.95

    Seasoned chips, melted cheese, diced tomatoes, chunks of avocado, candied jalapeños and green onion. Drizzled with mango chipotle cream.

  • Smoked Salmon Carpaccio$18.95

    Thinly sliced smoked salmon, olive oil, capers, red onion, arugula, lemon ricotta and honey-lemon vinaigrette. Served with crostini and crispy rice paper.

  • Whipped Feta$16.95

    Light & airy whipped feta with roasted beets, almonds, honey-lemon vinaigrette, naan, and crostini.

  • Fried Pickle Chips $11.95

    Golden-fried pickle chips with house made pickle dip.

  • Spice Bag $15.95

    Crispy hand cut fries and tender chicken tossed in zesty spices with sautéed peppers and onions, with a choice of dip.

  • Caesar Salad $14.95

    Crisp romaine, bacon, Grana Padano, house made Caesar dressing, crostini and lemon.

  • Soup of the day $11.95

    Chef’s daily creation. Ask your server.

  • House Salad $13.95

    Spring mix, dried cranberries, sesame brittle crumbs and maple balsamic vinaigrette.

  • Chicken Spinach Salad $19.95

    Grilled chicken, baby spinach, caramelized onions, slivered almonds, dried cranberries, goat cheese and a grainy mustard vinaigrette.

  • Butter Chickpea Curry $18.95

    Chickpeas simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based curry sauce with coconut milk and aromatic spices, finished with a touch of vegan butter and served with rice. Topped with a coconut yogurt drizzle and crispy rice paper.

  • THE COMMONER $19.95

    Handcrafted beef patty, chipotle mayo, crispy onions, arugula, tomato, and aged white cheddar on a toasted brioche bun.

  • BRAISED BEEF SANDWICH $20.95

    Slow-cooked braised beef, crispy onions and aged white cheddar on toasted ciabatta, served with house-made au jus.

  • THE SMASHIE $18.95

    Two seared smash patties, melted American cheddar, pickles, crisp lettuce, and house made burger sauce on a soft brioche bun.

  • YACHT CLUB $20.95

    Toasted sourdough with smoked salmon, chilled baby shrimp, red pepper, red onion, arugula, sliced avocado and chipolte mayo.

  • CRISPY CHICKEN CLUB $19.95

    Crispy fried chicken, smoked bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted sourdough.

  • CHICKEN SHAWARMA SANDWICH $18.95

    Marinated grilled chicken, seasoned with bold spices on toasted ciabatta with shredded lettuce, red onion, tomatoes, pickles and garlic sauce

     

  • FISH TACOS  $17.95

    2 flour tortillas with seasoned haddock tips, shredded lettuce, avocado, candied jalapeños, house made pico and queso fresco.

  • Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict $19.95

    Soft poached eggs and smoked salmon on toasted english muffins smothered in rich hollandaise sauce.  Served with crispy potato pavé or a side green salad.

  • Bacon and Grilled Tomato Eggs Benedict.   $17.95

    Crispy bacon and sweet grilled tomatoes on a toasted English muffin topped with perfectly poached eggs and a rich hollandaise sauce. 

  • Breakfast Tacos  $17.95

    Soft tortillas filled with scrambled eggs, melted cheese, house mace pico de gallo, avocado and crispy bacon. 

  • Raspberry Swirl Pancakes $15.95

    3 light and fluffy pancakes with a swirl of sweet raspberry sauce, topped with raspberry and whipped cream. 
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  • Chicken tenders  $10.95

  • Chips and Cheese    $10.95

     

  • Kid’s Burger  $10.95

  • Penne and Tomato Sauce $10.95

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Address
635 Portland Hills Drive Dartmouth NS
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday: Open at 11:30am
Saturday - Sunday: Open at 10:00am for Brunch service
Phone & Email
1-902-435-9458
gm@thecommonspub.com

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