Eleven is one of the best all-around dining experiences in Pittsburgh, and unlike a lot of upscale spots, it actually delivers on value. Food execution is consistently strong. Steaks and seafood are the standouts; well-sourced, cooked right, and presented without unnecessary gimmicks. The menu shows discipline, which I respect. Service is where they really separate themselves. Shawn Michael and Jo are exceptional. They are attentive, polished, and genuinely elevate the experience. This is professional hospitality, not just order-taking. Ambience is upscale and energetic. It can get a bit loud during peak hours, but it fits the vibe and doesn't take away from the experience. At this price point, you expect a lot and Eleven delivers. Between the quality of the food and the level of service, it's absolutely worth it. Bottom line: If you want a high-end dinner in Pittsburgh that actually lives up to the bill, Eleven is a go-to. read more

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We came here for dinner when I was pregnant and I was super picky about everything and I loved it so much. I had my baby shower here. We dined on the second floor, which was really cool because you overlook the main floor as well as have a decent view of the city-I'm nosey so that was ideal. We did the oysters and the meatballs. The oysters were good, I don't really remember anything about the meatballs. For the main, I got the salmon and I really enjoyed it. I appreciate that they source from local farms. For dessert, we had the candy bar and the sticky toffee pudding. I feel like I have seen such an uptick in sticky toffee puddings recently. This one was really good, I enjoyed both. read more

Food was delicious. Servers were attentive and friendly. If I'm ever back in Pittsburgh, I'll be hitting this spot again. Table bread was delicious. Three different kinds served with butter. Scallops to start- cooked perfectly. Braised short rib for the main was very tasty. read more

Eleven - Short rib. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Eleven was great! My girlfriends and I went for brunch for my birthday and we had a really nice time! Very nice and clean inside. I was expecting a little more upscale but that's okay. The service was great and so was the food. The brunch is a pre fix menu. $40 you get an app, a meal, and a cocktail. Great price and great portions! I'm looking forward to going back for dinner. read more

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Beautiful restaurant on the inside. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. My boyfriend and I started off the night with a glass of wine. He got a Cab and I got a Moscato. Both were very good and well paired with our meals. For our appetizer we got the Calamari. It was very light and flavorful. Its was lightly fried in Rice Flour so it was actually Gluten Free. I have not been able to find Calamari Ina Gluten Free version anywhere so it was nice. I got the Strip Steak with Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes and house made Tater Tots. The steak was cooked a perfect medium rare. As for the tots and the potatoes not too much flavor there but there was some kind of jelly next to the steak and that made the flavor much better. My boyfriend got the Seafood Tasting and was super upset because they ran out of the Chilean Sea Bass and he was really looking forward to it. They did allow substitutes for that and the crab cake since it was not gluten free. All in all I think the restaurant was pretty satisfactory. I would rate a 7/10. It didnt wow me but it was nice to have Gluten Free Calamari and they did have a nice wine list and at the end they gave us a chocolate that was peanut butter and dark chocolate. It was yummy. read more

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Eleven was quaint and elegant, and their menu matched the ambiance. The bread was SO GOOD! Our server brought our bread out at the beginning, gave us a run down of the different types, and told us we could ask for more at any point throughout the night, which we were sure to do! Their seasonal cranberry orange bread was so flavorful, and their classic focaccia was amazing! I ordered the braised short rib, which was accompanied by a bit of squash, Brussels, and gnocchi. The short rib was tender, and the accompanying sauce complemented it perfectly. We ordered the Chocolate Hazelnut Tart for dessert, which I wasn't a fan of. The chocolate flavor was overtaken by a very salty hazelnut flavor. I definitely wish we would have chosen something different, such as the Pistachio Tiramisu. read more

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Eleven on a scale of fifteen, is how I'd put this. And I'll round up to 4 out of 5 stars (know your fractions). We were part of a larger party (9 of us) and we were seated in the upstairs area, which was nice as it was probably more quiet than the downstairs area. The service was great. The waiter was attentive with drinks and taking orders and dealing with a bunch of people catching up with each other. Kudos to the waiter. Drinks were killer... I ordered the Anejo Old Fashioned and I love it. I usually switch things up and try other cocktails, but I stuck with these all night. I wasn't driving so why not? Great cocktail and others enjoyed theirs as well. I did try another diner's old fashioned and it was good as well. Don't tell them though! I also backwashed into it! ;) The appetizers were pretty great too. That tuna tartare was one of the best I've had. The fresh ginger was a nice addition and gave it the punch it needed. The calamari was also good with the sauce being a little different than most versions (not just sweet chili or marinara). For dinner, I had the seafood tasting which was a mixed bag. The scallop was perfect and in hindsight, I'd probably just get all scallops. The halibut was good, but nothing stood out about it. It was kinda just there as part of the meal. The crab cake was disappointing and I'm glad I didn't just get that as a meal (I thought about it). It was just mushy and needed some type of spice of flavor. If you're not using big pieces of crab, then make smaller crab cakes so there are more crispy parts. I'd definitely go back and try some of the other stuff based on the other reviews here. Good spot with a cheap parking lot right across the street too! I think it was $5. read more

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We were sat immediately because we had a reservation. We got the brunch pre-fixe. The portions were extremely large. The mimosa was ok, the orange juice was strange. I really liked the pastry dish and maple butter. The food was good, it had a lot going on. The restaurant looked really nice, but we were seated far away from the pretty stuff. read more

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Went for a fancy brunch and was not disappointed. Service was amazing. The food was pretty good. I got a bacon cheesburger and it was good but there were so many ingredients it was just a lot to handle. Mimosa was included in the brunch special as well as a delicious cinnamon apple roll. It's pretty dark inside but has a nice vibe. read more

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11 out of 10 Maybe that's why they are called Eleven. When we have a big celebration or special occasion, Eleven is always at the top of the list... and the fun part... is to check their seasonal menu, as they change their dishes to make the available produce and trends. Everything here is elegance. Valet parking curbside. Coat check. Excellence in every step of the way. The staff is so welcoming and so accommodating to you... and you aren't even at the table yet. The dining room is BEAUTIFUL. It almost feels like you enter a different area from outside to inside. The elevated ceiling and majestic decor on the walls with a mix of industrial touches. Gorgeous. The lighting is even elegant. Wait.. food... sorry this restaurant offers so much.. that food is still all the way down here. Like I said, they change the full menu every few months, so you may not even have these exact options. We started with a mocktail, the Cosmo-not, and a red blend wine that was perfection! They have a bread service. We had sourdough, focaccia, and apricot walnut breads. We ordered the Kale, Brussel Sprouts, and Pancetta Caesar Salad. The produce is soooo fresh and well prepared, but this pancetta Caesar vinaigrette was divine. I almost licked out the bowl to get every drop. We had the Beef Tenderloin and Braised Short Rib as entrees. The meat is just... yum!!! The sauces.. yum!! And the ornamental veggies and potato preparations... yum!! We split the Caramel Crème Brulee for dessert and added a single scoop of Sorbet (Mango-Coconut Lime). This is a hack... you don't need to order the trio. You CAN get a single scoop!! Don't skip desserts- they have an in-house pastry chef that makes all of these delights to order... and they are elegant!! You can even watch her at work through the windows outside. If the course by course is not enough, they pleasantly end the meal with a small chocolate from the pastry chef... today was S'mores. Smoky marshmallow, salty graham, and deep rich chocolate!! More tips: - Coat check is free... and maintains the elegance of the dining room. Nothing worse than a giant jacket puffing off the back of a chair to make a dining room look like a closet. - Talk to your waiter about the food. Everything is fresh, everything is prepared for you. They can make your dreams come true. - Sit near the kitchen. It is an open kitchen concept and it is fun to hear the hustle and bustle of a top notch kitchen and expediter. read more

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Exceptional dining it's best! Crab cake presentation made my mouth water and the lumps of crab with light breading was the perfect start. It was so good I went with the seafood tasting. Don't pass on the meatballs - get them! The dinner really tipped the scales with the deconstructed lemon crème brûlée - so awesome!!!! I wanted to thank the chef personally it was so delicious. read more

I came here for a work trip celebration. It was a group of about 30 and the place was gorgeous. But the food was the real star of the show. The waiters and waitresses were super sweet and constantly checked on us. I had the chicken with risotto and chard. Others had braised rib. The dessert trio was perfect and had non-chocolate options which I really loved. I'd easily come back if I was in Pittsburgh! read more

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Go for happy hour if you want vibes and strong drinks. Their happy hour deals are quite good. I got a mussel dish and calamari dish. Everything on their menu is $9 (including food and drinks) for happy hour but you have to sit in the tavern/bar area. The calamari was fried with lemons and was dolloped with an aioli sauce. The bottom had a red mixture that cut the oiliness of the fried calamari; this was very good. The aioli was wayyyy too thick and too much. I had to scoop it out with a spoon. It would have been better if the creamy sauce was on the side. The mussels were plump and plentiful! The sauce on the bottom made it taste a bit like the sauce you get from a white wine clam pasta. The drinks are okay. I would say their only perk is their strength. Besides that, they're very typical and just okay (honestly just tastes like alcohol). The ambience was very nice, during the warm days they open up the tavern and let it flow! They also give some nice truffles at the end. read more

Eleven - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Normally I have a pretty good experience at Eleven so this is definitely an outlier. Seven of us sat in the tavern portion, which is the area with the bar, for happy hour/dinner. We got there around 5pm on a Wednesday. Here's the good and the bad: The good: The food at Eleven is always solid. Four of us got the Tavern burger and it's so good and very reasonably priced. It comes with delicious seasoned fries and the burger itself is excellent. We also enjoy the apps and got the mussels, calamari, pork belly, and crab cake, all of which were good. I also like how they have pretty reasonably priced happy hour deals with certain bites, wines, and cocktails being $9. The ambiance is upscale and nice although a little bit on the dark side. I got dessert and it was beautiful and a work of art in addition to being good. The bad: Our server, while reasonably nice, seemed to have multiple things going on. A couple of us noticed an unpleasant odor about him as well as the fact that his nose was very much so unwiped and he had an issue with very shaky hands, to the point where my friend's cocktails would spill over the sides of their glasses. This in itself is not a dealbreaker for me but everything that happened when we asked for our checks was a mess. Two of the group had to leave on the early side and so they asked for their checks. The happy hour deals were not reflected on the checks and one of my friends actually had the entirety of the table's items on her check so they both had to be fixed. At around 7pm the remaining five of us asked for our checks. We got our checks and put our cards in around 7:06pm. I wish I was exaggerating when I say that we waited almost entire hour to get our checks and cards back for FIVE people only for three of them to be completely wrong when they weren't initially wrong when we put our cards in the books. We were incredibly frustrated and had to wait for our server to come back to point out these incorrect bills. I then asked if there was anyone who could resolve this issue within the next few minutes because at this point it was around 7:50pm and we wanted to leave about an hour ago. A manager came over and voided the incorrect checks and re-rang them out and apologized. We saw at least one other table that had incorrect checks from our server and overall this service really soured our experience last night. I would come back to Eleven but if we had this same server again, I would ask to switch to another server. read more

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Such a great restaurant. I went there recently for my dad's birthday and I have nothing but positive things to say! The hostess and wait staff were super attentive, kind, and had great knowledge of the menu. They were also very accommodating for my last minute request to give my dad a birthday dessert. The vibe is quiet and cozy, a truly elegant dining experience with great seasonal dishes. Will be back here again on our visit back to Pittsburgh , GO STEELERS ! read more

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Excellent service and the food was delicious. Our server was mindful of our tickets to an event and made sure we had plenty of time to enjoy our meal. read more

Every year we do a staycation in the city. As part of this year's trip, we had a reservation at Eleven. The ambiance when you walk in from the start is very relaxed and calm, with a dimly lit dining room, but very classy looking. Our service was on point and the food was delicious! There is not one thing we did not like about this place. read more

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Got to go have brunch again last Sunday! Still fabulous. The service was wonderful & food was great. I tried the Kale , Brussels & pancetta salad & the very yummy steak and eggs for my entrée. This dish does not disappoint. Definitely look forward to going back sooner this time. Warm inviting just a little darkish moody lighting where we were seated. Definitely a great value for wonderful food. read more

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Eleven is one of the nicer restaurants in Pittsburgh if you want good ambiance and a more elevated dinner. The space has a modern industrial feel with high ceilings, warm lighting, and an open kitchen. It feels upscale without being stuffy. The appetizers are always strong and the menu changes a lot, but the bread service is honestly one of the best parts. The pecan date loaf is especially good. Their seafood starters are usually great too when they're on the menu. The drinks are well done. The cocktails are good and they have a big wine selection. The service is consistently friendly and attentive without being over the top. Some of their popular items include the ricotta cavatelli, the beef tenderloin, and the seafood tasting if it's available. The banana cream pie is also a really good dessert option. Overall it's a great place for a date night or a special dinner with good food, good drinks, and a really nice atmosphere. I come with friends often! read more

We've had a lot of "team building" nights here! Love coming here for happy hour weekdays 4:30-6:30pm. Great deals for food and drinks. The service is always friendly and attentive. The only reason I knocked one star is the prices are not worth it outside of happy hour. The vibe is slightly more... adult? Corporate? Mildly fancy? I would not come here in athlesuire as you wouldn't fit in. However the staff would still be kind and accommodating; they're never been pretentious. Important to note you can only get the happy hour offerings on the bar side. Do not make a reservation for that. read more

Eleven - Bar area - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Service was fair Music was too loud Food was just adequate not special at all. I will not be returning 300 dollar evening and average at best read more

Eleven has always been one of our favorite Big Burrito restaurants. The service is upscale and it is such a comfortable place to have dinner. Sometimes the menu is a challenge for me. Pork chops have been my choice here but not to be this evening. The chicken was suggested and that was my selection. It was quite good but I really think I'll wait for the chops to return. read more

The Beef Tenderloin drives this 5 star home. The place itself has a nice ambiance, a little dark and moody with interesting artwork. I came for a work event, but pricing itself isn't bad. It came to around $75 per person with drinks. I had: - Pears Well - Calamari - Beef Tenderloin - Carrot Cake As I mentioned before the beef tenderloin was delicious. Cooked well and the potatoes were fantastic. I also recommend the carrot cake as it was divine. read more

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I recently re-visited Eleven for brunch on a Sunday morning. We made a reservation for 11 AM. Upon arrival, we were greeted warmly and quickly seated. I decided to go with the brunch prix fixe which is $39 and it includes a choice of appetizer, entree, and a choice of fresh juice or brunch cocktail. It's a great deal! My brunch mocktail was the "puttin on the spritz" which includes Dhos bittersweet, Dhos orange, lemon, and soda. For my appetizer, I ordered the street corn Caesar salad which is little gem lettuce, sweet corn, creamy Caesar dressing, lime, cotija cheese, rustic croutons, and smoked paprika. I am still dreaming of that salad; it was so good! For my entree, I chose the eggs Benedict. As always, they send out complimentary baked goods that are made in house. Their menu changes seasonally which is nice. Like my previous visit, the food and service were both outstanding. I think Eleven has one of the best brunches in the city. read more

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I had a great experience at Eleven. We made a reservation for 11am on a Sunday. When we arrived we did valet parking. It is $6 which is cheaper than finding parking in any of the lots. Our waitress was great! So nice and knowledgeable of the menu. I ordered the Brunch Prix Fix which is $39 for an appetizer, entree and a cocktail. That deal is worth every penny. I ordered a mimosa, the quiche and a burger. The quiche was SO good. I would order that any day of the week. The burger was good, I will probably try a different entree next time. The omelette looked really good! The restaurant is very clean and the fireplace upon entry is so warm. I will definitely be back for another brunch in the future. read more

Eleven - Burger - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Food here was delicious but not memorable. The only dish that stood out was the white asparagus and morels. Service was friendly and quick. The restaurant is super dark for the ambiance/mood they're going for. Just pointing it out because I had to use my phone light to read the menu. read more

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Great spot for a nice dinner. Drinks and food were delicious. Our appetizers were amazing especially the crispy potatoes. We got the Steak and Frites and Short Rib as our mains both were delicious. read more

Eleven - Crispy Calamari Crispy Potatoes Fried Brussels Sprouts - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Was in town for work and had dinner with a couple of colleagues. We had the tuna tartare, calamari and seafood tasting for starters. Both were very good. I had the prime strip steak for my main and it was extremely tender and cooked just right. The restaurant was very nice and our server Anna was excellent. I thought the prices were reasonable. read more

Eleven - Prime Strip Steak - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

So far the best restaurant I have been to in Pittsburgh....moved here from Chicago so a tough judge (Including all that I liked but this was better, petit blue, altlius, del frisco, otaru)..... only reason I am commenting here is how actually amazing this was and deserves a wayyy higher rating than what is posted. The drinks were on point, service was great, OMG ahi tuna app was the best I have ever had, and the cavatelli was to die for. Beyond that 2 apps, drinks, dinner & dessert was around 150, so a total steal for this type of food! Run to this restaurant it's a 10/10. read more

Eleven - Ricotta Cavatelli - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Need to remove the flank steak from the brunch menu. My drink was watered down. Some of the staff seemed grumpy, others were fine. The bagel appetizer was yummy. read more

4.5 stars. I had a reservation made for the Saturday after the fourth of July and they seated us prompted at a nice corner cushioned table. We enjoyed the bread basket that had 3 or 4 types of house-made breads, and my cocktail was strong and enjoyable. They had plenty of non-alcoholic options for my partner as well. My salmon was perfected cooked and my partner enjoyed the seafood sampler entree. All in all it was a great meal, though there was nothing particularly standout or creative. Id come back next time though if they featured some spring foraged ingredients like some of the other reviews reflect. read more

Eleven - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We are foodies and eat at the best restaurants in the world. We literally travel to eat in the top restaurants. The staff at this restaurant treated us as if they couldn't possibly care less whether we were there, satisfied or welcome in the very least or not. We were sat at a lovely table overlooking the bar, but as soon as our waiter Ted came to our table, it couldn't have been more obvious that he didn't want to work there, much less be our server. He threw our plates down, never asked anything other than what we wanted to order then walked away. It was so bad & made me so uncomfortable that I wanted to leave. The waiter didn't even care or ask why we wanted to just pay for what we had and cancel the rest of our order. Oh, and by the way, the risotto appetizer had trumpet mushrooms on top that tasted like Butane but Ted didn't even ask why we sent it back or if we wanted to try something different. Cynthia, who is apparently a manager came by and seemed genuinely concerned. We stayed because of her sincerity, but this is a prime example of how a person in the service industry can absolutely ruin a good restaurant. I never, ever have complained about a singular server but there's a first time for everything. They gave us a new server in an effort to encourage us to stay and try our entrees. I had ordered the seafood sampler & my husband ordered the gamelli. Everything was under seasoned. Normally I would have just added salt and asked for lemon or lime for the much needed acid on the seafood, but the poor service just tainted the barely average food. The new server they gave us Joanna, was lovely & it was obvious that she was doing her best to erase the memory of the beginning of the evening. It didn't help that Ted glared at us every chance he got as he walked by. The last thing we ordered was the desert of the sticky toffee cake. It had brûléed figs which also had that Butane taste. The cake was dry & almost completely void of flavor besides the Butane laced figs. We had heard great things about Eleven and it was such disappointment. I'll leave it at that. (pictured is the under seasoned gamelli & the bland, dry sticky toffee cake) read more

Eleven - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Loved this spot! It has a sleek, modern vibe with outdoor seating and such a friendly, welcoming staff. Our waiter was amazing. The cranberry sourdough bread was incredible perfectly baked and so good with the butter. Drinks were delicious and balanced (definitely recommend trying a cocktail here!). For food, the pasta was rich and comforting, and the steak was cooked to perfection tender, juicy, and beautifully presented with onions and greens. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully made. Overall, an excellent dining experience. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Fabulous service that'll make you feel like royalty, and a pretty good location with the choice of valet or easy parking just across the street. The braised short ribs were melt-in-your-mouth tender, though the ketchup-meets-gravy sauce on top was a little odd. As for the carrot cake--gorgeous to look at, but don't expect the classic crumb; it's more of a mousse-y makeover. read more

Eleven - Carrot 'cake' - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Wow, wow, wow! So delicious! My friend made a reservation here, and, man, was it pure yum! Excellent service in a classy joint. We started with some great beverages. My Pears Well was so good. And tis the season. Excellent gin taste with a great background of pear. The bread... my goodness. As someone who loves a good focaccia and sourdough, when you get both at once, you're immediately happy. The salty focaccia and the airy sourdough hit the spot. For appetizers, the meatballs and calamari were out of this world. Meatballs were so tender and calamari had great heat! We had goat cheese, and let me tell you-- put some goat cheese, fresh honey, and chutney/jam on a cracker and you have a bite from heaven. My entree was the duck! YUM!!! I devoured. The flavor of the duck...I could just rave about it. So tender and delicious. Get this dish! What an amazing evening. I will be back! read more

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We had dinner here for my husbands birthday and the atmosphere was so calm - we enjoyed their tavern menu for happy hour. Their dessert was incredible! Our waitress was super friendly and helpful with what to pick. read more

Eleven - Brown sugar creme brûlée - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Had an amazing time celebrating a friends birthday at Eleven! MASSIVE shoutout to our server, Joanna, who made this meal probably one of the best in Pittsburgh. Joanna went above and beyond for making this birthday special from recommending dishes, putting our flowers in a vase during dinner, and super attentive during our meal. Every dish here was so good, I'm especially thinking of the pasta and calamari we ordered. Can't wait to come here again and this will certainly be on a rotation for my friends and I! read more

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I've been wanting to come here for awhile because of all the great reviews from friends and coworkers. The menu rotates seasonally and has a nice selection of pasta, seafood, and meat options. I ordered the Ricotta Cavatelli and it was very delicious! The noodles were fresh and tender, brussels sprouts cooked to have a slight crispy char on the outside, trumpet mushrooms tender from soaking up the lemon-brown butter sauce. The butternut squash and rapini mixed throughout, with pecorino romano on top added even more flavor to each bite. Even the serving size was filling, so very much worth the higher price. Every table gets a free plate of 3 different types of bread too. Each are delicious and distinct. I only wish they offered a refill of the bread instead of just taking the plates away. The negative part of the experience was we had to wait 30mins after being ready to leave because their system went down and they weren't able to process payments, credit card or cash. Our server was very apologetic and nice to offer us free coffee and brought 2 small chocolate truffles. We were patient, but it was very frustrating to wait so long and miss out on our after dinner plans. read more

Eleven - Bread - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I had a great experience here! Customer service was friendly when I had to change my reservation. The server was nice and accommodating. (They even split the check between the 6 of us and that was a nice surprise) Food was great - we tried a lot of appetizers such as the crab cake, risotto, Caesar salad, calamari, and the meatballs. The calamari and complementary bread service were the highlights. I had a vodka dirty martini with Ketel one and blue cheese stuffed olives. I also had a vodka espresso martini. Not only were these cocktails amazing and some of the best classics I've had in the city, they were also reasonably priced ~$13.50. That will definitely bring me back! I also enjoyed how they listed what local farms they work with on the menu. read more

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Warehouse by an old Pennsylvania rail line to elegant restaurant! Eleven mastered the dining scene in Pittsburgh. It offers a seasonal menu and an outstanding wine list. It's located in Pittsburgh's Strip District and pays homage to the city's industrial backbone. Chef Eli Wahl is the master of seasonal products. I had the Seafood Tasting, which included striped bass, crab cake, sea scallop, creamed corn, fingerling potatoes, and tomato vinaigrette (no ham). How can you not order this? It was amazing. The oysters were also fantastic. This is a must-visit for the pescatarian! read more

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