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Wonder if this is true on the West coast as well/actually NW/in Oregon. I have a super great deal
with $$ back if i switch to Dish. anyone had good experiences with Dish that they can brag about?
I researcdhed the various services extensively before switching to DirecTV about 6 month ago. As I recall, Dish ranks very low in all the consumer surveys.
Thanks a million for your input. it is appreciated and interesting to get feedback!
Your not the only one that comcast has been or is doing their old time customers wrong. I been with them for several years and can't get the special package as do the new customers. Good news new customers 6 months down the road you will face this same problem. Cause then you will be an old customer. Contact Comcast about every week for some new package deal they don't have it or won't give it to us. Old customers are not important to them to keep the way I look at it.
Stop complaining and do like I did - SWITCH! I did extensive research on the options available and switched to DirecTV about 6 months ago. Couldn't be happier. They offer far more than Comcast, for the same or lower price, and their customer service couldn't be better - they are top rated in all the consumer surveys.
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sorry but they dont seem to care about us longtime users
That is because you are already giving them money. They will start caring again if you ever decide to leave.
CL_Gilbert wrote:Leave. Call them and then leave. If you can't go without Comcast for even a few months, then they are right to say no to you since you are addicted. Its business not love.
If you don't understand yet that the internet has become a necessary utility in the modern world then you are just outright ignorant. Since it is a utility and comcast has successfully created a monopoly in most areas people have to deal with bad businesses because they need that necessary utility.
The ironic thing is if they left, that is when comcast would start caring because for them its not about being a good business its about being a profitable business. So they only care when you stop giving them money, I bet comcast would call back sooner then the customer would.They are addicted, to your money.
JustSoDisgusted wrote:Since when is Cable service a "Utility?"
TV is not a utility but are you really ignorant enough to not understand that internet has become a necessary utility? It would be pretty hard for your children to complete assignments in their classes without the internet, find a job, etc.
So internet is a utility and unfortunately comcast has been able to secure a monopoly in some areas. So people are forced to use their service because there is no alternative.
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JustSoDisgusted wrote:TV is not a utility but are you really ignorant enough to not understand that internet has become a necessary utility? It would be pretty hard for your children to complete assignments in their classes without the internet, find a job, etc.
So internet is a utility and unfortunately comcast has been able to secure a monopoly in some areas. So people are forced to use their service because there is no alternative.
No it would not. be hard. I grew up in the days before internet. It wasn't hard to do school work or apply for a job or chat with my friends. My children did not have internet-I finally got it when my daughter was a in high school. I and they did just fine without it.
No internet? Go to the library, get the books needed for project research.
Had to write a paper? Very easy to do with a pen and paper.
Wanted a job? Go to places, get applications.
Chat with friends? Call them on the phone.
If the internet disappeared, one would still be able to do the things they need/want to do.
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i have to so agree COMCAST IS UNFAIR AND THEY LOVE OVERBILLING PEOPLE MAYBE THAT IS WHY PEOPLE ARE BECOMING FED UP AND SUING COMCAST BECAUSE THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPS TAKE MONEY IT HAS HAPPENED HERE IN BRIDGETON, NJ AND COCAST ACTS LIKE IT IS NORMAL.
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I have found they are allways offering deals for current customers also check this link
there are even better deals available if you do a contracted deal for 1 to 2 years
Direct TV is a far better deal, and their customer service is superb.
Consumer Reports rates DirectTV customer service as the best, and Comcast next to the worst, only above Dish.
I switched from Comcast to DirecTV and love it. And the problem with the signal being disrupted during heavy rain has been solved. NO interruptions.
I use DirecTV for TV and it's wonderful. Unfortunately, Comcast is the only one that provides wired internet service in my area so I am forced to stick with them and their lousy service. Tried AT&T DSL, it sucks. All the ratings on the satellite internet providers say they suck. So it's Comcast, unfortunately. Service interruptions are so frequent we had to buy MiFi service. Call in to customer service and 9 times out of 10 you get someone who hasn't a clue. Once in a while you will find someone who can help but it's so rare as to not count.
thanks for the info. doesn't help much. we made a deal in previous year to have dvr free for 12
months and that was to carry to the following year, with an escalation of $15 in the base price.
Escalation person reneged on that offer - then seemed to understand and OK it - and three days
later changed her mind again the took that away. i think she is suffering confusion, and maybe
should not be in that position. they also have escalated the price for the DVR and credited back
only a portion of that, thus making it not free. they continue to change their billings adding and
changing amounts, which was not part of our agreement. I'm still with them, but continuing to pay
only what i was told originally would be the cost, not their escalated pricing. may have to change
to Direct TV....but do like the ON DEMAND feature at comcast. they do suck big time when it comes
to following their offers, and then changing their billings. too bad that we who have been with them
for so long mean nothing to them. i did visit the web site you provided, but that is base price only
and there would be many more items added to that, which would bring it to a higher cost than
what i am currently paying.
would try Direct TV but don't like the idea of giving up the ON DEMAND feature which allows you
to view past tv shows, or ones that you don't normally get with limited channel service.
DIRECTTV also has on-demand.
wapo wrote:I have found they are allways offering deals for current customers also check this link
there are even better deals available if you do a contracted deal for 1 to 2 years
That is only for current customers who are moving (obviously they are worried you might take that oppurtunity to change providers) or upgrading.
I was on live chat for over an hour after the second person (it was escalated- whatever that meant) told me he could help me but he just quit texting me but kept the session going. I got a copy of the transcript sent to my email but my last few prompting lines to him wasn't included.
Completely frustrating that there is no way too downgrade or cancel online- on the phone and live chat they pressure you into more expensive bundles. You can only uprade.
if you have SNIPPING TOOL on your computer, you can save your chat conversation to desktop
and get the entire conversation....may take more than one save, but that way you don't lose any
part of it if you want to refer to it later.
at an earlier date, i was able to cancel online with someone in Complaint Dept, where i was escalated
when i had a problem. this program will not allow me to enter the complaint department email address
so will do it with spaces and see if they delete it again. you can delete the spaces and use the address
pdx_ consumer_ complaints @cable.comcast .com
It is not only if you are moving, they prefer to keep current customers even if you are staying put
why in the world would the have a customer satisfaction guarantee that credits your account if they don't fix an issue
I have utilized these offers personally
I wouldn't of posted the link without knowing what I was saying
i know what i am saying. they promised one package for three years....with change only in base price.
then reneged on the deal in the second year. i am paying what they should have charged, not what they ARE charging. they continue to add to items, continually increasing the invoices......and so far i have
not left, but am planning to. i called and they cannot help me get better deal IF I AM NOT A NEW CUSTOMER. I THINK PEOPLE SHOULD HAVE THE LINK SO THEY CAN COMPLAIN!!
Well I'm only stating what I experienced and was told yesterday trying that page. They said it was only for those moving or upgrading. I tried going from my triple play package to the double play package deal with a 2 year commitment as I can no longer afford 145.00 a month.
I HEAR YOU. We have been customers as a family since 1985. and were customers before we were married. Our cable bill went from about $170.00 per month which we were satisfied with. to over $270.00 per month in June with no warning. We do have every channel, the sports, channel, a phone line, and internet - but come on we are payinf for airwaves [and a company's expansion] here. The money Comcast makes on advertising from the fact that we are customers is not factored in - in this thread. We are cash cows for them and YES we should be discounted for service. WE HAVE BEEN CUSTOMERS FOR OVER THIRTY YEARS GIVE US A BREAK!!!
For those who commented on other providers not offering loyalty discounts, I have to disagree when it comes to Verizon which is my phone/internet service provider. After an inquiry regarding a bundled package I had for 7-8 years, the customer service person found and enrolled me in a package offered to new customers only and then set up a $10 monthly loyalty discount not set to expire for 19 years, yes "nineteen" (beats the heck out of the six month teasers offered by Comcast). In total, my bill was lowered over $30/month and my internet and phone services are the best available in my geo. In comparing to Comcast's individual and bundled services, I am paying significantly less by having Verizon as my phone/internet provider and I've had no service outages. (hint, hint)
There is a company that gives discounts and keeps doing so it's called Dish Network and I am about to switch over. Every few minutes my service keeps going out saying poor signal and my husband is really getting tired of it..
Just an FYI ~ There was a signal running across the bottom of my screen last night that said Dish was in
negotiations with CBS regarding their service to dish which expires ? soon.....might want to check out if you are still going to get all broadcast stations with your service.
Just because they don't give discounts does not make it unfair. If the comparison was between providers you have a point, but I believe the poster was making a comparison between Old Comcast customer and new comcast customers
Is this what you are talking about?
Could be. i just saw this trailer running across the bottom the the screen asking us to support them.
seems that cable channels have to PAY to get the local broadcasts on their services, and so there is
an agreement or contract that runs for certain time periods and when that expires, they have to renew
and re-negotiate a new one. according to the trailer that had not been done yet, which mean that if
they do not pay the local broadcast stations and/or come to an agreement about what they will pay, the
local broadcast station will no longer be part of their service.
does anyone know whether Direct or Dish have services offered currently without having so sign a two
year contract....or any contract for that matter? I'm ready and working on leaving Comcast.
they continually raise prices that WERE SUPPOSED to be good for the agreed period of time, and then threaten to disconnecct or charge late fees if you pay what your original agreement was based on. i.e., dvr used to be free....so they changed the charges for the dvr to a greater cost, but only subtracted the lesser amount, leaving a balance due just in that one area meaning that it was NOT TOTALLY FREE.
they just continually escalate each little area in the billing, and I'm getting very tired ot their tactics.
have been with them for years, but it's definitely time for a change. i have the bundled package and am thinking of getting the OOMA telephone service that runs off of the internet....thus eliminating phone bills.
so will be looking for reputable and reasonable internet service, as well as new TV service. The OOMA\
is available at Costco.
I totally agree with the comment about unfair.Comcast would keep customers longer if promotional deals were for everyone. Also comcast does not state in commercials etc. that
deals are for new customers only. bait advertising?
Comments that follow are about the total range of comcast service.
1. local canvassing. employees in comcast uniforms and ids were so foul mouthed that I ejected them from my building.
2. visual services-quality of tv was so bad with pictures constantly pixellating or the picture just going black. Excuses ranged from its sunspots to nothing could be done.So I just cancelled service.
3. outsourcing- I understand about outsourcing but the english is often so bad that nothing gets done or the rep just hangs up.eg. 1-18-2012 1700HRS mst. I asked for a supervisor
I was told to hold on. For the next 19 minutes at 1.5 minute intervals I was told I was being
transferred and at 1719hrson 1-18-2012 the rep broke the connnection.
4. Information-each person you talk to has differentinformation. No one has all the information needed so something can get done. Also no one has the same contract dates
and comcast reps claim longer contract dates than actually exist. I have sent email to
corporate but never got an answer.
5. Internet- About the internet2go. After having this for almost a year COMCAST admitted they didn't really know how to classify this product for billing purposes. This was discovered when I called with a question on billing. How can comcast sell a product when they don't know how to bill for it. My 2go contract is up on 2-23-2012 I'm dropping
comcast for another provider.
As for the home internet that is the ONLY part of comcast service that is very good. The prices for service are reasonable and service is excellent.
If I were to assign comcast a letter grade it would be an F. Comcast reps do not seemto want to hear customer comments and likely have been told not to deviate from their scripts.
I am asking comcast to have a contract supervisor contact e so I can discuss dropping comcast service completely.
Is this definitive enough???
I feel your pain.
With Suburban Cable since 1984 and they changed their name to Comcast in 2000. 27 years and just hung up the phone after 32 minutes on hold to try to get a break on my bill. I'm paying 173 plus tax a month and if I was a new customer $115 a month. I cant wait for FIOS to come in here just to dump these guys.
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I have to agree with you! I also will be spending the night looking for new service also,
When I signed up for this service last year I was told that I would get a visa card to offset the cost when
it went up the second year. Well no card and now I am told that ,,, that's not was told to me! Told them to listen to recorded tape. No wonder they don't send out a contract of what you sign up for, that way they don't have to keep it! I am so done with be lied too and having my money stolen. I guess it about integrity!
I agree 100%!!! I HATE this company!! My bills are so high even though I have reduced my services. I am def going to switch. Tired or being taken advantage of.
Call and threaten to cancel unless you get the price you want; they will almost always honor it. Also, if you get promotional pricing; find out from the rep before agreeing when that promotion ends. Set a reminder on your calendar to get a hold of them before that date and again ask about whatever current promotion is running and ask to be either switched to that or .Again threaten to cancel. I've been with Comcast for nearly 15 years (ugh am I that old?) For the last 4 years, I've not paid full price for anything...but I also pay my bill each month on time, have never been interrupted and stay abreast of their deals on a regular basis.
Don't expect them to reach out to you for promotional pricing, do your job as a consumer and you shall receive.
Don't worry, long-time customers. Comcast is screwing the lives and wallets of those that are new to the biz as well!
I signed up for the so-called Triple Play "deal" back in December 2011. Along with the cool price of 99 dollars (that is, before local tax, univ. connectivity charge, modem rental, and other charges tacking it up to approx. 120 dollars), we were promised a Visa rebate card of 100 dollars. Fast forward to January 2012...no card has arrived yet. I speak with a customer service rep., who assures me that after 3 solid months of on-time payments, my card will arrive no problem. Okay, I'll give you that. I make my payments on time, so this will be no problem for me either. February comes along and still no card. I assume that perhaps they will include the rebate with the next bill, since February is within the 3 month mark. March arrives - can you guess? Still no card. I speak with a rep. again. This time, the woman that I speak with says that my profile doesn't say that I'm under any contract, so I do not qualify for the rebate card. I didn't agree with this too well, so I spoke with a rep. online, who gave me another story, which was that I was under the required 2-year contract and that I had to call another number linking me to the people who handle Visa affairs. I thanked the man and called this number the next business day. This number links me to Comcast again! The woman on the phone tells me that I have to call the Comcast rebate center, and gives me the number. Wow. Can you believe this? So finally, rather than calling the rebate center before 5 o'clock with my busy schedule, I've found a page under the Comcast Help and Support Forum. A woman named Elisa is taking information about the matter. Apparently, I'm not the only one caught up in this bait and switch situation. I emailed my info to Elisa; however, I have a vague feeling that she will not be of much help either, considering that the page was last commented on by Elisa herself in September of last year. Some update on the matter!
If only television via antenna were available still. I wouldn't care if there were only 20 or so channels...anything is better than this mess!
Bravo! Someone else in my situation!
I would look for a new service, but unfortunately, my apartment only has hook ups for Comcast.
I agree......also tired of being taken advantage of. I have quotes for the annual amount for
this year and they continually add charges not on the quote. So far, I have not paid their
extra charges and plan to send backup info with myletter to them explaining paymentf
for this year. I believe that I will send a copy of letter to OR Attorney General, which may do no good, but think it was mentioned that if you want anyone to take action about a cable provider, contact the FCC....I plan to look into this and send copy of my letter to them as well.
I have seen people recommend Direct TV as an alternative and they say that customer service
there is Excellent....as opposed to comcast who seems to care very little about faithful customers
who have beeen with them for years. If anyone knows of another authority to contact about
the abuse by Comcast, please post. Thank you! Narf75
When I switched from Driect TV because of the same issue they all of a sudden developed a customer retention department and offered to save me fifty dollars a month and Century Link did the same thing. Big corporations only appreciate new business and have no understanding of loyalty. You need to demonstrate the same loyalty that they show you.
I looked up FCC online and they have a complaint form you can fill out specifically for cable companies.
Just an fyi for anyone interested in registering a complaint taking it further than just complaining
in a forum.
Just drop traditional PayTV entirely. You'd be surprised how much you don't actually need to watch. If there's a show you can't buy online, well it's their fault for not being with the times.
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I looked up FCC online and they have a complaint form you can fill out specifically for cable companies.
Just an fyi for anyone interested in registering a complaint taking it further than just complaining
in a forum.
Customers that have formal complaints should contact their local franchising authority. A franchising authority is the local municipal, county or other government organization that regulates certain aspects of the cable television industry at the state or local level. The name of the franchising authority may be on the front or back of your cable bill. If this information is not on your bill, contact Comcast or your local town or city hall. The FCC does not deal with these types of issues.
thanks for the info!
i am a greeing with unfair i talked to a rep to fix a messup they had with my bill and once it was fixed thought it was all good even had my bill paid in full with a credit to the account cuz id paid a dollar over what was due and now im looking and its says i have a unpaid balance of 47 bucks that needs to be paid now and thats not right and the foreign guy i talked to didnt even try and fix the issue!!!! i am so frustrated with comcast right now and idk what actions to take right now ughhhhh!!!!
I have been on web sites all day asking about a downgrade. They expect me to pay 100.09 for internet and phone, and both are not worth 50 combined. They are gettign like the government. Conglomerate so us little guys have to be forced fed stuff we don't want! Trac phone and Hughesnet are alot cheaper!
When you call the phone number on your bill....make the choice to cancel.
someone there is authorized to offer you 'new customer' prices. I did that and
was offered the $99 new customer price for bundle, but by the time you add on the equipment,
fees and taxes, the total comes to slightly more than i was paying last year.
and BTW... i did ask about phone and internet only and was given a price of
$54. and come cents. that likely did not include the fees and tax, but lots better
than over $100. my $99 ++ is a two year contract....with price escalation second
year. you can opt out in first 30 days with no fee by returning equipment,
or opt out later for $150 beginning and then prorated. if i opt out at second year,
fee will be $90. figured it was worth it rather than going through the hassle of changing
all equipment right now.
did think twice tho, on the phone and internet only and then adding satellite
for tv as a new customer.......but not ready to return all and start over right now.
my first call offered the new customer $99 ++ and i said i would think about it and asked if i could
call back and ask for same individual. He replied that they would all offer the same
so they are authorized to offer new customer prices if you choose the option
to stop service. Good luck!
Yes Comcast is taking advantage of people! I'm not happy! but I can't switch compamy's because my building is under contract with them. Bills are too high, way too many commercials and the fees are just a sham!
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Commis (Oakland)
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Excellent, simple dining experience with technical dishes and perfect execution table side. A food adventure to try everything they place in front of you and enjoy the array of fresh ingredients.
I would give Commis 6 stars. It's the only Michelin star rated restaurant in the East Bay. If this restaurant only gets one star, the Michelin people are crazy because this place is AMAZING! Chef James is a genius and the perfection he expects from his team can be seen as your meal is prepared in front of you if you sit at the counter. He turned the most simple ingredients into flavor filled dishes that brought a smile to my face and a sense of awe after every bite. I love the design esthetic, clean and simple but not cold and sterile. The staff are well trained and helpful. The wine pairings were on point and the best part I think is the cost. $75 for a tasting menu is a steal compared to all the other restaurants I have ever visited.
The dinner was amazing. Best squab I've ever had. Flavors were both unique and slightly asian and familiar. Presentation was amazing. Staff and wine list was great as well. Overall, perfect dinner. Thank you Commis.
Your only option is a tasting menu, so this is a one time deal. after your first visit there is no reason to come back. Talented chef deserving a better venue.
It must by now be common knowledge that this place is great, beyond words - incredible. My visit was like most others in that regard. I happened to go to Commis on the night I was offered a new job I wanted so I was in a particularly fine mood. The food fit the occasion. Art and culinary expertise where exhibited on every course.
Whenever a restaurant has a Michelin star my expectation goes way up... With Commis you leave feeling like "they deserve it." Every one of the eight dishes (I think it was eight...) was spot on. Gorgeous presentation, vibrant flavors, delish but not rich. Definitely worth the wine pairing. This is a foodies delight. I understand the interior austerity - the focus is on the food - but would have liked just a bit more warmth and noise reduction. The next time I dine here it will be with one other, not three others, and I'll sit at the Chef's counter. Looking forward to whenever that is!
It was not just dinner it was an experience. It was two and a half hours of beautiful food. Not just the food but the plating each of the seven courses was better then the last with the expect ion of the desert. We did the wine pairing and it was not that great. The wines were interesting but did not always work with the dish. It is a place to go for a special occasion.
my wife and i went with our 9 year old who did the tasting menu. the food was quite good, the service was impeccable. i did the wine pariings, and those were really great, an excellent value. i look forward to coming back.
Even though I am somewhat suspect of restaurants that don't tell you what is on their menu, I enjoyed my taste experience at Commis. Each plate was presented wonderderfully. The order of the courses was well thought out. the only call out is a personal dislike of oysters. I didn't realize they were going to be serving them, so was a bit disappointed with that dish but it was very well presented and the entire dish was balanced.
The food is delicious but can be a little precious at times. The two female servers were extremely cold and unfriendly. The male staff were a lot nicer and friendlier.
We think of Commis when we want a quiet high-end romantic dinner. The quality of their tasting menu never disappoints us. Each small course is really interesting and the wine pairings are unusual and outstanding. The emphasize seafood and veggies. You don't see much red meat. Over the years the service has become very formal.
commis is one of the food wonders of the east bay...every time it gets better, more inventive, yummier, sparkling....and watching the cooks plate the food is a fantastic extra... we will be back again and again... and it is a truly great value for the wonderful food and service...
This restaurant puts Oakland on a par with San Francisco's best dining. Because it is so good and so expensive, it makes the small shortcomings stand out. So I would note this: 1. There is nowhere to wait if your table is not ready. My wife has trouble standing for long periods, and she had to go back to the car to sit and wait for me to signal her. No bench or chairs inside or out.
Probably one of the best meals I have had in the US so far. Very inventive and, above all, intelligent dishes. There is a real signeture oif the chef throughoutt the meal, includning 2 or 3 dishes that were truly exceptional, world-class efforts. Very nice wine menu, although the wine by the glass program should be a little bit elaborate (2 whites and 2 reds only).
hadn't been back since my child was born three years ago... came back this week using an elaborate plan to surprise my hubby... which worked beautifully. the meal was excellent overall.... but the scallops with chamomile infusion foam was to die for... along with my desert that had basil iced shavings. couldn't resist snapping pics of the lovely arrangements and sending them to the family friends who were babysitting... staff was friendly and professional. sat at the chef's table which was entertaining and informative fun
The staff is amazing from the time you enter till the end of your meal. Food is amazing, and changes often which keeps us going back for more, and this makes the food experience much more enjoyable. The staff explains each course and wine well. The wine pairing complimented the food very well. We truly enjoy our dining experience each time we visit, and some of the staff recognizes us.
Commis is technically perfect yet almost all the dishes seemed to be missing something in terms of flavour. While others have mentioned having 8 or 10 courses we were served 7 course. Each showed excellent technique and the very best ingredients yet most are not exceptional in terms of flavours. With a tasting menu at 85 it's a more affordable option to other tasting menus in the Bay Area but there was a lack of flavour and originality. The service and decor is best described as cold. The servers reminded me of Michelin restaurants on the East Coast in their black suits but they didn't have the same attention to detail, a they are located in.
Fantastic flavours, a marvellous experience. My only gripe is that the portions were really tiny, even for a tasting menu, such that you don't even feel full after 8 (or 10?) courses, which is quite remarkable. Other than that, decent service, incredible quality and presentaion of food: the attention to detail and the precision with which they plate their food is remarkable.
My girlfriend and I went here for our one year anniversary and were not disappointed. We are both big fans of good food and wine, and every course they served was delectable. The wine pairings were spot on as well, and we went home satisfied with the quantity of food(sometimes an issue with chef's tasting menus), and with a healthy buzz from the wine. We would recommend!
Tucked away in Oakland, Commis was a wonderful find. My friend and I love chef menus and this place hit our love for food and wine on the head. The service was some of the best in awhile. The pairings were pretty well perfect. I highly recommend this place for foodies.
A bit pricey for amount of food you get . Wine pairing nice Food quality excellent . Excellent servers . Glad i went , but probably wont go back
The food was fresh, interesting and made my heart and stomach happy. The service was wonderful. Our server was very knowledgeable about wines and helped us pick out a great one to go with our meal. Each plate was pleasing to the eye and creative with their combinations of textures and flavors.
Every course was a work of art. The length of the meal made my husband and I take some much needed time to relax and really enjoy the meal.
Some of the best food I've ever had! Ever! And this is not stuff you could make yourself so you dont have to feel guilty for splurging. These are truly elegant dishes, that are plated beautifully. My only tip/word of caution is in regards to the optional $45 dollar wine pairing.... ALL but one of the wines was white. So if you happen to love white wine, great for you. However, I, like many, prefer red. I wish I would've just purchased a bottle or few glasses of red. The pairings did go nicely, no one can dispute that. My suggestion would be for them to offer several different options for wine pairings. They could perhaps offer white, red, and mixed flights/pairing. Just a thought.
We've been to Commis more that a few times. The most recent visit was one of our best ever. The food remains inventive, visually appealing, local, and beautifully apportioned. The staff is friendly and accommodating. It's far beyond delightful to visit.
Commis provided the romantic environment that I have come to expect. We brought our own wine, but had a glass of their red with our meat course. The foods, presentations, & serving amounts were wonderful, and the environment was quiet such that we enjoyed each other's conversation unimpeded by the racket that usually accompanies good restaurants. I have come to call it Oakland's mini-French Laundry, except for the price which delighted us!!
This a great place for prie fix dining, good food and service. Definitely one of my best dining experience and my top five must eat restaurant.
Food preparation and service is extraordinary but not recommended for men with big stomachs. Perfect for the ladies.
Not too much, and not too little. Nailed it! Mark Godwin Tyler, Texas
This is the 4th time my husband and I have been to Commis. After the 3rd time, my interest started to dwindle a bit. However this menu was just staggering to me. A lot of fish was featured and there was a lot more savory/creaminess than previous menus. I am a protein kind of guy so the courses that lack a significant protein tend to bore me (which I felt were predominant in the 2nd and 3rd times we dined here). Wine pairings featured a majority of whites which I was fine with and which paired immaculately with the menu. This was my favorite visit in our 4 trips to the restaurant. Good going, Commis!
Inventive dishes with intense flavors packed into small bites. Do not expect to be stuffed if you have a large appetite; however, my wife and I were satisfied with the 3 hour experience. No need for a Fenton's dessert. Memorable dishes: Slow Poached Egg Yolk (Version 2.0), Grilled Sablefish w/a Bonito Foam, and Wild Plum with Tarragon Float (amazing pallate cleaner). The pre fixe dinner was mostly seafood, thus pairings of white wines from Europe. Also enjoyed the restaurant made wheat bread and churned butter (so creamy that it had the consistency of a soft cheese). Service was professional with appropriate presentation on each course and wine pairing. The level of staff interaction left to the diner. Ambiance - minimalist decor.
Commis is in the top 5 Bay Area places for fine dining with Chef counter seating that anyone can afford. There are new faces and long time Host-server Todd is just as gracious and wine knowledgeable as they come. I have been here many times and am alwys treated like a rock star. The menu is always sheer joy to see and consume. Lovely Peibmont neighborhood and a temple for great cooking.
We went there for a special occasion and had a wine pairing. The 8 course menu was well thought and flowed like music with transitions. It was mostly seafood elegantly paired with French wines. Everything was creative but tasted as good as it looks and the portions are small so it's not too much food. They change tge menu every month so I can't wait to return when I can! They definitely deserve their Michelin star star.
Our meal was a solid '10' in all aspects. Each course was top notch. Seriously.
Commis is consistently the best dining spot in Oakland. Lovely. Not ostentatious. Nice wines. Friendly staff. Creative food.
This was our second dining experience here. We are experienced foodies and love this place. Last time we sat at the chef's counter and if you do not sit there you are missing 1/2 of the experience.
Highly creative while extending flavor story their fullest. Just complex enough to keep everything intriguing and not confusing. The potato and egg yolk soup with preserved pears was out of this world. Not an extensive wine list but very well chosen. You can really tell that they care about making this an outstanding dining experience.
Thank you CDC Aaron and the superb staff for an exceptional meal for our son's birthday. Everything was perfection- every course and superb wine pairings.
This was our second visit. The food was once again interesting, tasty, and gorgeous! Our server was professional and polite, but not warm. We enjoyed the service more last time we went. I think the ambience could be improved if the staff smiled more and didn't take themselves so seriously.
Great meal and would happily recommend to anyone willing to entrust themselves to Commis.
The new seafood menu, with influences from multiple cuisines...absolutely delicious!
The best in the east Bay. Fresh, innovative, subtle, deserves it's Michelin star. I have been three times and was never disappointed.
We had an amazing 8+ course dinner celebrating my birthday over the weekend. Each plate was skillfully prepared and it was delicious and fresh. It had all my favorite seafood ingredients that night (e.g. oysters, mussels, abalone, fish).
This is a serious restaurant from a food point of view, which is good. However, the service staff takes itself too seriously. The space is spartan and the mood is somber, which is not a positive. The truly great restauants (at least in this country) generally go out of their way to make the customer relaxed and maybe even laugh a bit. This is supposed to be a fun occasion. Commis needs to lighten up.
Excellent value and quality for a 10-course dinner. The oyster, mussels and abalone are all superbly prepared, The slow poached egg yolk with warm potato is the best poached eggs I have ever had. The tisane of button mushrooms may be a bit salty for some. The roast squab and dessert pears with celery root mouses also impresses. The wine pairing offers 2 sweets, 4 whites and 2 reds. Reservation was at 8 but our table was not ready. That's understandable but we were kept standing at the entrance for 15 minutes without being offered a chair or a little treat afterward. For a Michelin starred restaurant I was expecting a bit more tact and courtesy in this situation. Overall It was a fine dining experience. Highly recommended.
If you look at all the prix fixe places in the Bay Area you will realize what a miracle it is that James Syhabout and his people can put out a meal of this caliber for only $85.
If your looking for a place to have a memorable experience in the US then this it
Really enjoyed dinning at Commis the other day. Outstanding food at fair price. Only thing would be I wish the service was a bit warmer but still great experience overall.
My husband and I had a wonderful time. Sat at the bar and truly enjoyed watching the chefs master each unique dish. It was fabulous.
This was my second time dining at Commis and I think it was even more delicious and memorable. We skipped the wine pairings this time and got a bottle as recommended by Eden and it was exactly what we were looking for. Great value for this tasting menu!


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Before the official opening of the 10th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, the Sri Lankan delegation led by Hon. Mahinda Samarasinghe, Minister of Disaster Management and Human Rights, attended a working breakfast hosted by Permanent Representative Dr. Dayan Jayatilleka for representatives of a number of Asian missions. This provided an opportunity for elucidation of the current situation in Sri Lanka. Statements were made by a number of countries, supporting totally the necessity to eradicate terrorism. There were also questions about plans for the post-conflict situation, with the Hon. Minister confirming the determination of the Sri Lankan government to pursue a political solution. Interest was expressed in other Tamil parties and it was explained that, though several of them had suffered losses because of LTTE elimination of their leaders, those who had survived had made clear their determination to participate in a democratic dispensation with terrorist threats removed. From left to right: H.E. Dr. Dayan Jayatilleka, Hon. Minister Samarasinghe and Attorney General Mr. Mohan Peiris at the Breakfast meeting Prof. Wijesinha addressing the Ambassadors at the breakfast meeting Left to right : H.E. Dr. Dayan Jayatilleka, Dr. Rohan Perera and Hon. Minister Samarasinghe Attention was drawn to the continuing commitment of the government to social services, and its anxiety to promote economic development. The enthusiastic participation of the private sector as well as the people of Jaffna in the recent Industrial and Technological Exhibition was highlighted, along with the declaration by His Excellency the President of 2009 as the Year of English and Information Technology, with Jaffna given the status of a City of Excellence with regard to these subjects. The Attorney General, Mr. Mohan Pieris, whilst affirming the gratitude of the government for support against terrorism, noted the dangers of continuing funding for terrorist activity, and hoped that countries opposed to terrorism would take firm steps to stop the flow of funds that had enabled the LTTE to stockpile vast quantities of heavy weaponry. One ambassador noted that the results of recent Provincial Council elections made clear that the current approach of the government was clearly endorsed by the people. Appreciation was expressed of the important role played by the Sri Lankan Mission in Geneva with regard to ensuring an international perspective with regard to Human Rights, and Sri Lanka was congratulated for having demonstrated its commitment to improving the Human Rights situation in the country, even while conducting a difficult campaign against terrorist activity. Hon. Mahinda Samarasinghe was scheduled to address the Council later in the day, following the opening of the Council by its President, Mr. Martin Ihoeghian Uhomoibi, Permanent Representative of Nigeria, and the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Ms. Navanetham Pillai. |
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Fri, Nov 16, 2012 | 16:49 GMT
Large Assassin's Creed 3 patch ready to roll out at the end of next week
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Wed, Nov 14, 2012 | 14:53 GMT
Assassin's Creed 3′s Revolution multiplayer event has started
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Tue, Nov 06, 2012 | 14:16 GMT
Assassin's Creed 3: "Following Ezio is going to be a challenge," says Hutchinson
Assassin's Creed 3 contains a less "flamboyant" assassin this time out, and while Connor may be more "straight laced" than Ezio, director Alex Hutchinson feels he's just as cool.
Thu, Oct 25, 2012 | 17:20 BST
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Tue, Oct 23, 2012 | 21:33 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 Wii U is "exactly the same game" as PS3 and Xbox 360 versions
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Tue, Oct 23, 2012 | 17:51 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 UK launch trailer shows Connor on a mission
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Tue, Oct 23, 2012 | 16:13 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 contains a PS3-exclusive four-mission arc, Benedict Arnold
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Sat, Oct 20, 2012 | 20:28 BST
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Assassin's Creed 3 creative director Alex Hutchinson has said he doesn't mind if the "truth" told in the series is uncomfortable, as long as it's backed up by facts.
Fri, Oct 19, 2012 | 14:08 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 trailer focuses on Desmond
Assassin's Creed 3 has a new trailer available with the focus on Desmond. It's below, but note it's unavailable to view in the US. Assassin's Creed 3 is out at the end of the month on PS3 and Xbox 360 with a November release pegged for Wii U and PC. You can also still play the Cracked History webgame for the series through here. That's where the mysterious image of Desmond in the header came from. Via AGB.
Tue, Oct 16, 2012 | 17:36 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 multiplayer trailer shows locales, characters, modes
Assassin's Creed 3 has a new multiplayer trailer available. It's posted below in both UK and US versions because the videos are region locked. The video takes a deeper look into the locales, characters, abilities, perks and modes such as Deathmatch, co-op and the team-based Wolfpack and Domination. Game's out at the end of the month.
Fri, Oct 12, 2012 | 15:23 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 Special Edition unboxing video shows Sinking a Secret mission
Assassin's Creed 3 has a Special Edition unboxing video available for viewing in the UK.
Fri, Oct 12, 2012 | 15:14 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 web-based game tasks players with finding historical anomalies
Thu, Oct 11, 2012 | 18:35 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 video shows Connor using various weapons on his enemies
Assassin's Creed 3 has a new video available which shows the various weapons which will be at Connor's disposal.
Sat, Oct 06, 2012 | 17:42 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 Ubiworkshop Edition now available for pre-order on PC
The Assassin's Creed 3 Ubiworkshop Edition is now available for pre-order on PC.
Sat, Oct 06, 2012 | 17:43 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 – lovely screens and artwork surface on the Internet
Assassin's Creed 3 screens and artwork have popped up on AGB. We're unsure where they came from, but we've posted the set below. Some we've seen before, some show what appears to be the multiplayer portion, but some shots could also depict the DLC The Tyranny of King Washington. Since there isn't any context to the screens, just take the one's we haven't seen before for the eye candy that they are. Game's out at the end of the month.
Thu, Oct 04, 2012 | 17:00 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 trailer gives deeper insight into Connor, his motivations
Assassin's Creed 3′s latest trailer focuses on Connor, the game's protagonist, and his story. If you head below the break for a watch, you'll gain a deeper insight into his past as well as his motivations. Assassin's Creed 3 is out starting at the end of the month.
Wed, Oct 03, 2012 | 22:13 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 will contain plenty of history and authentic vocabulary
Assassin's Creed 3 lead designer Steven Masters has reiterated that the game won't be too "America rah rah rah" or whatever vernacular the kids are using these days. However, it will contain plenty of history and authentic vocabulary such as the use of the word bellend.
Thu, Oct 04, 2012 | 08:12 BST
Assassin's Creed 3: Season Pass, DLC detailed
Assassin's Creed 3 will have a Season Pass, as previously reported, and Ubisoft has probided information on the matter along with the running theme of the games DLC – which tells an alternate history to the fledgling nation of America.
Sat, Sep 15, 2012 | 16:14 BST
Assassin's Creed 3 Achievements for Xbox 360 turn up
Assassin's Creed 3 Achievements for Xbox 360 have been posted online over on Xbox360Achievements. Players will be able to earn 50 Achievements with a total of 1000 points. The entire list is through the link. We'll let you click through instead of posting the lot, because it may spoil things a bit for you. Assassin's Creed 3 arrives on PS3 and Xbox 360 in late October, with a PC release slated for November.
Thu, Sep 13, 2012 | 11:38 BST
Assassin's Creed 3: third behind-the-scenes trailer gets intimate with Connor
Ubisoft has launched episode three of the four-part Inside Assassin's Creed 3 series. This one details "the hero behind the war" and takes a look at what makes Connor unique. Grab it through the break. Hands-on impressions from several hours play spent with Assassin's Creed 3 will be coming up in the near future.


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