Hippy-Hip-Hipster in swanky speakeasy-ville.. These are the words that come to mind when describing Commonwealth.\n\nThis joint truly is a throwback to old NYC or Chicago underground bars with secret poker rooms.  Exposed brick and pipework, vintage decor, it's definitely a classy joint but in the mobster kind of way.  You certainly feel like you have stepped back in time here (aka: I'm in love with the place).\n\nMy first experience with Commonwealth was superb, no line, a table seemingly made for our party, attentive wait staff and deliciously strong beverages.  I'm not certain I will attend this venue on First Friday or any other hoppin weekend event because I hear the line is outrageous, but I will grace the venue with my presence should my nights start out early enough to grab a drink or two there before the madness ensues.\n\nI'm not so much a fan of popular trends or kitschy places but it's really hard to deny that Commonwealth is a really super fantastic place to be.