The Common

The Common An eclectic restaurant in the heart of downtown Stratford, from Chef Tim Otsuki, with a focus on dishes from his journies around the globe.

Creative cocktails and a hidden back patio to wine and dine. Join us to When Chef TimO graduated from the Stratford Chef School, he skipped the lime light of the ceremony and started his quest to learn first hand. He started in China and from there he began his travels of the world learning different techniques whilst living in the heart of most cities settled. Being raised in t

he North and Western part of the globe he journeyed East and South. His menu reflects his own interpretation of the foods he experienced working and traveling abroad. Hence his

We’ve got a brand new cocktail this week!Here she is!Last Dance 💃
09/02/2026

We’ve got a brand new cocktail this week!

Here she is!

Last Dance 💃

Recognize this familiar face?Join us this Friday August 28th for live music from our very own Brett Kingswell 7:30-9:30 ...
08/25/2026

Recognize this familiar face?
Join us this Friday August 28th for live music from our very own Brett Kingswell 7:30-9:30

Stick around long enough and you might just see Chef Tim dancing up a storm 😉

See ya there!

friday the 28th from 7:30-9:30

Just two pals enjoying a brew on the patio If you can have one, why can’t they?We’re excited to introduce our BONE BREW ...
08/19/2026

Just two pals enjoying a brew on the patio

If you can have one, why can’t they?
We’re excited to introduce our BONE BREW made with 4 different kinds of local beef bones & vegetable trimmings. Don’t worry this broth is completely dog friendly with no garlic, onions or peppers!

💯 of the proceeds will go to our local Human Society!

Available for here or to go, fresh or frozen!

Brew so good, it’s like a belly rub in a bowl 🐶

We’re looking for a skilled and experienced line/prep cook to join our team! Email commonrestaurant@gmail.com bonus poin...
08/12/2026

We’re looking for a skilled and experienced line/prep cook to join our team!

Email [email protected] bonus points if you stop in and say hi with your resume

We’re not here to tell you how to live your life, but if you’re not here eating Pavlova this weekend you may or may not ...
07/31/2026

We’re not here to tell you how to live your life, but if you’re not here eating Pavlova this weekend you may or may not be doing it wrong. 😉

Happy Long Weekend!
We still have a few tables left for tonight!

Derek McIntyre is back with special guest Maggie Foster . Come join us on our back patio for an evening of amazing music...
07/23/2026

Derek McIntyre is back with special guest Maggie Foster . Come join us on our back patio for an evening of amazing music, cocktails and good times!

Thursdays are mini Fridays if you have the right attitudeWe’ve got some new cocktails for the weekend, starting with A L...
07/09/2026

Thursdays are mini Fridays if you have the right attitude

We’ve got some new cocktails for the weekend, starting with A Love Bizarre

Strawberry infused Rye, Nocino Amaro, Chocci Rosa

Grilled Veggie Stack coming your way!Puffed pastry with caramelized onions, brie cheese, grilled local vegetables, finge...
07/03/2026

Grilled Veggie Stack coming your way!

Puffed pastry with caramelized onions, brie cheese, grilled local vegetables, fingerling potatoes with red and green pestos

Book your table today and eat your veggies 🥗

A little weekend feature to sip onVelvet Mischief Scotch, Amaretto, Peach, Citrus & Rhubarb
06/19/2026

A little weekend feature to sip on
Velvet Mischief
Scotch, Amaretto, Peach, Citrus & Rhubarb

Address

80 Wellington Street
Stratford, ON
N5A2L2

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5pm - 8pm
Thursday 5pm - 8pm
Friday 5pm - 9pm
Saturday 5pm - 9pm

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