Commerce — Review by Jack's Dining Room
New York, United States — American Brunch
The reviewer celebrated their birthday at Commerce in New York, trying their famous buttermilk blueberry pancakes made with three types of flour for a cake-like texture, topped with homemade blueberry maple syrup. They also ordered a patty melt with Swiss cheese and caramelized onions, which they called the real winner. The pancakes ranked fifth on their NYC top five pancake power rankings.
What was great: Buttermilk blueberry pancakes with cake-like consistency made from three types of flour, homemade blueberry maple syrup with creme brulee crust, crispy and buttery patty melt with Swiss cheese and caramelized onions
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
The standout dish at Commerce is undoubtedly their buttermilk blueberry pancakes, which are crafted using three different types of flour to achieve a distinctly cake-like consistency. Rather than the typical fluffy pancake texture, these pancakes deliver a denser, more indulgent experience. They're topped with a homemade blueberry maple syrup combination that adds complexity to each bite. The syrup features an impressive creme brulee crust, elevating the dish beyond standard pancake fare.
Beyond the headline pancakes, the reviewer also sampled the patty melt with Swiss cheese and caramelized onions. This sandwich proved to be surprisingly exceptional, with crispy, buttery exterior and generous amounts of perfectly caramelized onions leaking out of each bite. The reviewer noted that while the pancakes draw people in, the patty melt represents the real hidden gem for those in the know.
The Experience
The reviewer visited on their birthday, making it a celebratory occasion. They paired their meal with a mimosa, creating a festive brunch atmosphere. The setting allowed for a comfortable, leisurely dining experience typical of a quality brunch destination in New York City.
Value & Pricing
No specific pricing information was mentioned in the transcript.
Notable Moments
No better way to celebrate your birthday than a big stack of blueberry pancakes and a mimosa
I think the pancakes are like what draw you in. But I think if you know, you know, you come and you get the patty melt, these are the real winners
The Verdict
Commerce earned a spot on the reviewer's top five NYC pancake rankings, coming in at number five among establishments like Golden Diner, Salt Gear, Clinton Street Bacon Co., and Lords. While the blueberry pancakes are exceptional and worthy of the restaurant's fame, the patty melt demonstrates that Commerce offers serious culinary depth beyond their signature dish. This restaurant is best for those seeking elevated brunch fare and willing to explore beyond the obvious menu selections.