We came here with six people. We had a reservation, but came early for a drink at the bar. The bar area is great with a long bar but also plenty of couches. The bartender was great and made a very nice Moscow Mule. There are a few beers on tap. The hostess waited till we were finishing our drinks and then came to get us for seating. Our server arrived with drink list. Wine was the drink of choice. I am not a wine person, but there did seem to be a wide selection. The wine came without delay. The oysters were fresh and not too heavy on the brine. The lobster bisque was good, but pretty short on the lobster meat! The sea scallops appetizer was great. Be warned that it only comes with two scallops but they were fresh and had a great flavor. We also had the beet salad. This was pretty standard. Good enough though. The scottish salmon was done medium rare as I like it. The portions size was bigger than expected - a pleasant surprise. The brussel and parsnip were great addition. Desert was the creme brulee. Good stuff. Eleven- I am a fan! read more

Eleven - Scenes from the bar - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Eleven was finally the first restaurant through my Pittsburg adventure with a quieter setting. We thought we'd splurge a little on our last meal yet it was still pretty affordable. Food: the food was definitely more elevated than the few other spots we hit up while on our trip. For $30 we got an appetizer, entree and a drink. We started with the Eleven Mule which was cucumber vodka and some ginger beer, very refreshing. They gave us a basket with assorted baked starters which was a little bit on the dry side. When the main course came it was definitely delicious and the perfect portion. The breakfast sandwich (which I asked to be all separated) was delicious, especially the bacon! Service: We asked for everything to be served at once and boy did it come at an incredible speed. Waiters were all very nice Atmosphere: Finally a place where we could just have a normal conversation without screaming. I mean with the decor and vibe of the place you definitely wouldn't find the louder crowd here. I'd recommend this for brunch, a nice business meal or romantic dinner for sure. read more

Eleven - Eleven Mule and Bread Basket with Maple bButter and Raspberry Jam - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Food is ok but not remarkable, absurdly overpriced. My friend's vegetarian pasta dish was inedible. Wait for food to be brought out was incredibly long. No masks on employees. Host treated my party poorly when we arrived in masks. Will not return read more

This place is great for happy hour. For $7 each, I had 6 Oysters, Calamari, Cheese, and Pretzels. The bartender was also cool and the drinks were fantastic. I highly recommend this place since its a very attractive venue with great drink and snack deals. read more

Verry fancy the food was great and everything the service was good the ambience was ok which is why I gave it a 4 other than that its lovely I highly recommend it. read more

Eleven is one of my favorite places in the city. The food is prepared so fresh, and they use the highest quality ingredients! Their wine and cocktails are served cold, and out service was great. I couldn't have been happier with my meal, and loved being able to sit outside! read more

Excellent experience here on a business dinner recently. The service was flawless, the food was on-point, and the restaurant is comfortable and highly enjoyable. I had the foie gras and then the chicken. They hit the right notes with both dishes, which were served promptly at the proper temperature for enjoyment - not allowed to cool down and lose their flavor by sitting on a rack somewhere. Great wine list, and a nice bar to sit at before your meal to have a drink with friends. They know exactly how to mix casual comfort with refined flavors! Will definitely be back soon! read more

Pleased to be able to come back and enjoy another meal. Unfortunately, I keep ordering the same thing each time and love it. The oysters on the half shell were great and the mussels were fantastic. Ask for a spoon to enjoy the broth and other ingredients! The Brussels Sprouts were excellently prepared too. Enjoyed the wines at happy hour in the bar area. Placed was packed around 5 o'clock so huge happy hour crowd! Service was exceptional too! read more

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Enough great things can't be said about this place. Went for a birthday dinner and wasn't disappointed. The scallops app was delicious, the beef tenderloin and snapper entrees were some of the best plates we've ever had. The atmosphere is new and intimate. Paid parking can be found across the street. Other highlights of the Strip District are a short walk away. read more

We were at a birthday party. The cheese antipasto platter was plentiful. The bread was amazing. The appetizer was Melba toast with cheese and a pierogie - very good. The spring salad - I could've eaten as a meal. At my table we had chicken with risotto, hangar steak with asparagus, and salmon with fresh vegetables. All were large portions and enjoyable. Dessert was a trio of sweets: chocolate peanut butter graham cracker, bananas over a cookie, and pound cake - at that point we went from satiated to uncomfortably full. We were eating on the outside balcony. The view was beautiful. As the sun set, the manager was very prompt to lower the blinds to shade us. The wait staff tried hard to meet the requests of the guests. Another waiter would have expedited beverage requests. Utilize valet parking ($6) rather than dealing with the parking lot across the street ($5). $10 for a mediocre mojito ... $8 for a beer ... ugh read more

So good for lunch, I returned to Happy Hour for dinner the same day during brief visit to Pittsburgh. Crab cake sandwich and side chopped salad for lunch. Celery leaf gimlet. Spicy Tuna Tartar. $7.00 Happy Hour is a steal: 1/2 dozen oysters. Mignonette. Eleven hot sauce. Crispy pork belly.Sea Island red peas. Carolina,gold rice.Grilled green tomato. Lemon vinaigrette. Toasted Benne seeds. Hawaiian Kaupachi Crisp. Edamame. Green tomato. Pickled Daikon. Ponzu. Umami salt. Rosalita: Tito's. Grenadine. Calvados. Grapefruit Kentucky Sunset: Burbon. Luxardo cherry juice. Total HH dinner and drink bill: $35.00 read more

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Good for happy hour! The first time I came to Eleven was for lunch in December and I wasn't that impressed. The second time was today for happy hour with two friends. No wait and it was a great day, so we sat outside. I wasn't in the mood to drink, but friends got the Ruby Red and red sangria which they both enjoyed. We shared the oysters, Blue Bay mussels (comes with kielbasa), calamari, and onion rings. The oysters were tiny and salty, not exactly how I like my oysters, but still decent. (No need for the big plate though.) Mussels were good; I especially enjoyed the soft center of the fried sourdough. The calamari was great, no complaints. I thought the onion rings were just okay; I usually prefer my onion rings to be more substantial (thicker). For the price, the portions of the mussels and calamari were large, but not so much for the onion rings and small oysters. Still, Eleven is a good option for happy hour if you're Downtown! Taste | 4 Atmosphere | 3.5 Presentation | 3.5 Service | 3 OVERALL | 3.5 read more

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Nice restaurant with a lot of good food options. A lot of the food is seafood, but I got the hanger steak & fries for $27 and was really happy. I sat at the bar and ate (got the last seat), so you can expect it to be a bit crowded if you go at a busy time. The food seemed like it took longer than it should have to come out, but I was in a small rush to make an appointment and finished the entire meal (including paying, etc) in about 40 min, so it was fine. Friendly wait staff. Nice ambiance. read more

***Eleven's food is not exceptionally creative or original, but the food here is good, fresh and reasonably priced for an upscale lunch*** Eleven is part of the Big Burrito group, which has many notable restaurants in Pittsburgh. This one is an upscale spot next to the John Heinz History Center. The restaurant has a nice contemporary decor. There is a slightly open kitchen. The main dining room makes a good use of green and there is comfortable seating along with white tablecloth. The room also has high ceilings. In some ways, the room reminds me a little of a cross between Tavern and Lucques (though Eleven lacks the inside-and-outside like atmosphere of Tavern). Eleven's lunch menu is very inviting. There is a great collection of starters--some nice sounding salads but also scallops and crab cakes. Their entree section features a mix of gourmet sandwiches and burgers as well as plates with proteins like lamb and fish. The bread at Eleven was standard stuff--not much of a crust, not much of a chew and even a little bit dry. My starter was good. I had the seared scallops, which were garnished with fingerling potatoes, pearl onions, spinach, sorrel, and sauce gribiche. It was a very generous portion for a lunch starter. I thought it was good. Everything tasted fine and a lot of the ingredients were good. The scallops were nicely seasoned and had a good outside crust. They were tender, but the scallops lacked the moistness of the scallops at Lola. I liked the pearl onions and I thought the sauce gribiche was briny, sour and good. I also liked the spinach. The fingerling potatoes were too big. They were not bland and definitely not raw, but the insides of the potatoes were not as tender as they should have been (4 stars for this dish). For my entree, I had the Elysian Fields Farm lamb t-bones with a salad of radicchio, arugula, endive, fingerling potatoes, and idiazabal cheese. Elysian Fields Farm is a great producer of lamb (the farm is located just an hour outside of Pittsburgh). I once had their lamb at Sona and it was exceptional there (they also provide lamb to The French Laundry). The lamb here was good. The lamb was like little porterhouse steaks. There was a New York strip part that was flavorful and juicy but also with a chew and less tender texture than the filet mignon-like portion, which was very tender. There were two t-bones and they were a tad uneven. One was seasoned a little too heavily while the other was not as juicy as I wanted. Still, the lamb t-bones were flavorful and good. The salad was a very bitter salad with the radicchio, arugula and fennel. I did not mind the bitterness, but I think some would. I liked the cheese and they did a better job with the fingerling potatoes here, which were sliced and tender (3 stars for this entree). For dessert, I had the chocolate-peanut pretzel candy bar, which was surprisingly good. The base of the candy bar was a decent though not great brownie. There was a very good and creamy peanut butter mousse as well as a thin layer of a dark chocolate bar. There was a decent chocolate ice cream on top as well as peanut brittle and very good pretzel nuggets that were topped with smooth melted chocolate. There was also a caramel sauce. The dessert tasted pretty good and while there were a lot of sweet and rich elements, the dessert did not get too rich or too sweet (4 stars for this dessert). The meal ended with a coconut macaroon, which was mediocre and dry. Service was good. My server was pleasant, personable, polite, and attentive. The food came out at a good pace. Prices were about what you would expect to pay for an upscale lunch. When considering the many high quality and premium ingredients used, this lunch at Eleven was probably a little less expensive than equivalent places in LA. I liked my lunch at Eleven. While the food was not exceptional, my starter, entree and dessert were all at the very least good. The food was not really creative or exciting enough to make me want to come back, but I think this is a good option for an upscale lunch in Pittsburgh (they had a pretty good lunch crowd on the day I went). There are several metered spots along Smallman Street. There is also a paid lot for the Heinz History Center, which is $5 per day. read more

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I could live here! I could live here if they would also feed me 24/7....wouldn't that be livin' the dream? I can't even get to the food before I tell you how amazing it is inside! It has that cool urban loft feel. I love the outdoor seating. I love the huge garage door that opens up the entire restaurant. I love the upstairs intimate dining area. I love the bar area. I love love love it all! Remember to keep an open mind and an open wallet, because you'll need it! First off, cocktails....hello! I ordered the Summer Strawberry and my friend ordered the Leven-ade. We were so confused because the waitress set them down in front of us and I had the yellow colored drink and she had the pink colored drink. We thought she had mixed them up. But she hadn't. I swear mine tasted more Lemonadie and tart and my friends tasted more fruity. So to solve that issue, we switched! And all was right in the world again.... I had heard over and over again that the portions were incredibly small. So with that being said, and not wanting to be a cheapskate by ordering only an app, I ordered the Asparagus Salad. The portion was big to my surprise...and utter joy. Score one! The asparagus was fresh and crisp with balsamic drizzle and pieces of thinly sliced pork (properly called Lomo...which I totally had to look up the meaning of, don't worry!) and parmesan. Perfection! I ordered the Tuna because I can rarely resist tuna if it's on the menu. It was perfectly cooked....or uncooked. There's really no other way to order Tuna then to order it rare. Go rare or go home! It was fantastic! It really out shined the mixture of rice below. I also really liked the slight green olive taste in the dish. Score two! My friend got the Hanger Steak rare as well and it was equal in amazingness. I, of course, had to try it! I'm a fillet girl all the way, but the way the steak was cooked made the flavor just right! So we left, empty wallets but full bellies. And I'm totally ok with that! read more

This is it. This is without a doubt in my mind and my wife's, the number one restaurant in Pittsburgh. Everything about this restaurant is outstanding- the ambiance is very sophisticated and wonderful, the service is educated, informed, efficient, unobtrusive and helpful. We have dinned here numerous times for business and for pleasure. We have had outstanding lamb, veal, pastas and seafood. Chef Stevens never disappoints and when we get the tasting menu and often we do it with the wine pairing it is a dining adventure. Sometimes we ask the chef to add an extra course to the tasting menu and he always obliges with something superb. I should mention that the deserts are amazing. The experience is EXCITING AND WONDERFUL. read more

Full review in Blog: Calling the restaurant I was informed that the Chef's Table was generally for groups of 4-6, but if no one had booked it for a given night they'd be willing to seat a solo for the standard price of $100 for 9 courses - placing my reservation a couple weeks in advance I was glad to find out that Mondays were generally quiet and I'd have the table all to myself. Somewhat disappointed as my only vantage point of the action in the kitchen was through a small slit in the tiles, I was promptly greeted one of two servers who provided the cocktail list and filled my water. Professional and courteous I will note that service throughout the evening was mostly competent, albeit not overwhelming - a course was delivered without silverware, water reached empty twice, plate clearing was a touch slow. Fortunately, as part of the Chef's Table experience I had the honor of receiving all of my dishes (and excellent descriptions of preparation and ingredient sourcing) from Chef Chad himself. Shortly after the chef's departure the bread-lady arrived with a woven basket featuring three house-made breads. Browsing the online list and realizing Eleven takes orders for breads and confections all I can say is that the bread basket gives me a good idea why - all three of the options were excellent. From a sweet yet toothsome Currant Semolina Sourdough, to a rustic and aromatic Carraway Wheat, to a heavenly moist Sea Salt Focaccia each of the options was excellent...and while my primary server wasn't always on the ball, I was never for want when it came to bread. The third course of the evening would provide the first "wow" of the tasting - an impressive accomplishment given the simplicity of the dish. Served proudly and with great description by Chad the House Cured Prosciutto with Three Sisters Mesclun, Vin Cotto, Olive Oil was sublime - the nutty notes of the silky pork only enhanced by the slightly bitter greens, acidic yet sweet vin cotto, and smooth olive oil. A new passion of the young chef I was even given the opportunity to see the curing area after my meal - a small section of the wine vault with meats aged anywhere from a week to nearly a year - a return visit for charcuterie at the bar would certainly be on my agenda if I lived locally. The final savory of the evening would be my favorite, as well. Large in portion and bold in flavor, Elysian Field Farms Lamb - Sous Vide with Crispy Lamb Neck, Anson Mills Polenta, Golden Artichoke, and Mint was marvelous. Nearly raw yet sizzling hot, the lamb itself was not as gamey as would be expected and the crispy wrapping of neck lent plenty of texture and savory flavor. Acting as a bed to the butter-knife soft lamb was a chive laden and creamy polenta with the slightest hints of mint and mace. Flanking the protein along with a savory lamb jus were crispy artichoke hearts - pan seared and creamy within, a vegetal composition not unlike the lamb in terms of presentation. I was next greeted by the pastry chef who presented me a trifecta of her favorite desserts from the menu. Titled on the menu as "Tasting" the trio contained miniature versions of Eleven's Famous Peanut Butter Pretzel Candy Bar, Banana Cream Pie with Tapioca, and Brioche Bread Pudding with Cinnamon and Strawberries. While I will note I'd have preferred received all three as separate courses (time and temperature reasons only) I will also note that the lady has talent - each option was stunning. Creamy peanut butter with chocolate ganache and salty pretzels, caramelized bananas with hand whipped cream and graham crackers...and oh the Bread Pudding. With finger-thick slices of buttery brioche caramelized and doused in a salty cinnamon caramel reduction, the only thing that made it better was the ice cream, a smooth dollop of spicy cinnamon that melted slowly over the hot pudding. Looking back on dinner at Eleven the word the two words that come to mind are "American" and "Competent." To be fair, in my experience I've never really had a tasting menu that I would call "American" without pronounced flourishes of French or Mediterranean - the Chef's table at Eleven was almost like going to CUT or a similar high end steak house and getting a tasting...the food varied from very good to excellent, but certainly did not re-invent the wheel. For $100 the quality, presentation, and ingredients were certainly worth the price - but at the same time, I can't say I would rush back. That said, Chad is an excellent Chef with a lot of potential and the space at Eleven is beautiful - I'd certainly go back for some a la carte selections and dessert anytime. read more

My son and daughter decided to take me here for my Mother's day dinner. They offer valet parking for $5.00 but my son showed me on Penn Ave you can park your car for free after 6 pm and we were only a couple of blocks away! We were seated immediately upstairs with a view overlooking the bar. Eleven does have an outdoor patio as well as Tavern downstairs with a separate menu. Dress is business casual. We had a new waitress serve us and she did an excellent job. We learned that we could "swap out" the sides that came with our entrees. With that in mind I ordered the wild Alaskan halibut but chose the sides that came with seared salmon entree. My son also ordered the halibut and my daughter opted for the roasted chicken. We were given a choice of three different types of bread prior to our meal. Our waitress was very attentive to our needs and made sure our waters were filled as well as any other beverages we ordered. The main entrees are generally small but there is enough with the sides to give you a delicious meal. All meals were pretty well seasoned but very good. We each decided to opt for a different dessert. I had the banana cream pie. It came with banana slices on it as well as cookies and caramel slices. My son had the ice cream sandwich that had real cheesecake in it. My daughter had the chocolate cake which came with peppermint ice cream and chocolate candy. We were given peanut butter crunch truffles with our check. Service and food were excellent. This place is pricey however, I do not mind paying a bit extra now and then when a special occasion warrants it. Eleven is open for lunch during weekdays only but open for dinner nightly starting at 5. This is truly one place we will visit again when the occasion warrants it. read more

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We planned for a fancy (and expensive) dinner here and were not disappointed. I would be happy to go back. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful, and the highlight was the service, which was excellent - friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. Our dishes were very good, if not amazing. I started with a beet salad, which had a few nice touches but a bit small and did not entirely live up to its potential. Dates were a lovely addition; in contrast, the advertised "citrus tofu" was in the form of unrecognizable flakes (or missing?). For an entree I had the linguine with lump crab. It was very satisfying - good and buttery...although, getting past the lemon juice drizzled on top, a bit bland. However, my wife's Scottish Salmon dish was really amazing and bursting with flavors. Guess I might be more enthusiastic if I had ordered her meal! I also had a great martini. Again, I'd be happy to go back and try this place again. read more

One of the top must try restaurants of Pittsburgh. I have been to Eleven twice. The first time was last summer for a small Yelp Happy Hour. During this visit I tried the famous Eleven Burger (braised veal, bacon, onions, fries with your choice of white cheddar, Maytag Blue or goat cheese) I got it with everything on it and white cheddar. It was delicious! The fries that came with it were very tasty as well. I also had a few Leven-ades (orange vodka, homemade lemonade and raspberries). On the second visit I took my wife for lunch for her birthday. I had previously made reservations though the Open Table app and let them know it was her birthday. She had the Lobster Roll and I had the Hanger Steak & Fries. She loved it! I did steal a bite of it and it was one of the best I had ever tasted. The lobster was fresh and tasted like it was just caught that day. My Hanger Steak was very good also. After we finished she was presented with their chocolate, peanut, pretzel candy bar. (brownie, peanut butter mousse, peanut brittle, pretzel and milk chocolate ice cream) It even had a piece of chocolate on top that said Happy Birthday! It was one of the best desserts I have ever had and is worth every penny! Not to be missed! Service was wonderful as well. Needless to say, when we left we were stuffed. read more

I've been wanting to come here for a while. I finally had the chance on mothers day. I have to say I went in with high expectations and while it was good it wasn't great. I felt our waiter was a bit frazzled and slow at first but seemed to settle in as brunch progressed. I went with beignets for my app which were fresh and perfect. To drink I went with the blood orange cocktail. While it was strong it wasn't as flavorful as I had been hoping it would be. I also must mention the fruit bowl on the kids menu. It was fresh and perfectly ripe and I stole a few berries from my boy. My entree was huevos rancheros. The flavors were bold I really enjoyed it. I also had a mimosa. It was perfectly mixed with about 2/3 champaign and 1/3 oj. I look forward to coming back and trying dinner. Hopefully service doesn't start out as slow. read more

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Just had their sunday brunch and it was fantastic!!!! it was easy to get a reservation but it was on a post steeler game snowy sunday morning. We decided to do the Prix fix which is $25 and includes an appetizer, entree, a pastry basket and a cocktail. Totally worth it!!!! I got the blood orange mimosa and the flute was large (just the way i like it) for my appetizer i got the crispy brussel sprouts (sans the anchovies) and they were AMAZING!! my BF got the oysters with their house made hot sauce and they were "orgasmic" we both got omelettes and the portions were large and the quality of the food was top notch. Our server was very friendly and he was attentive. He even inquired if i wanted a meatless substitute for my entree. Eleven is definitely my favourite restaurant in Pittsburgh as far as consistency goes. The brunch just confirmed it. read more

As a Big Burrito restaurant fan, I excitedly receive my birthday coupon every March and carefully decide which restaurant to return to or try for my birthday. This year, I chose to try Eleven with my husband. I did not put much effort into my outfit for my birthday and immediately regretted this decision when I walked into this beautiful restaurant. It's modern and trendy while still feeling classy and elegant. I wished there was a J Crew or Banana Republic next door so I could quickly buy a new outfit and redo my entrance. Even though I would have enjoyed experiencing the buzz of dining here on the weekend, we came here on a very quiet Monday night. When we first arrived, we literally had a large section of the 2nd floor all to ourselves. Our service for the entire evening was excellent! Our waitress was absolutely fabulous, and I believe her name was Liz. With an impressive restaurant space and excellent service, I hoped that dinner would absolutely knock my socks off. It was very good, but didn't absolutely blow me away. Though everything was solid and well executed, I did not have anything so delicious that I've been dreaming about returning to have those items again. We started with the Jumbo Lump Crab Crack, which was very tasty and had a nice balance of crab meat. My husband decided to go big and ordered the Prime Beef Ribeye. The cut of meat was enormous, but I thought that for $52 the flavors and tenderness could be better. As I had a free birthday entree coupon, I decided to have the Chef's Tasting Menu. The menu changes from time to time, but I had Tuna Tartare and Jubilee Hilltop Ranch Strip Steak. Sadly, I can't remember the 2nd course (even though I took a picture of it!). For dessert, my waitress said that I could order something not on the Tasting Menu, so I went for the Banana Cream Pie. Once again, everything was good, but for the price, none of my food was so incredible that I want to go back asap. My favorite item the entire meal might have been the Banana Cream Pie, which was beautiful, unique, and delicious. read more

Eleven - Amazing Banana Cream Pie @ Eleven - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Visiting from out of state and decided to take a date out at this location. The lighting is set low and the ambiance is very radiant. This was definitely the effect I was going for. Jonathan was very accommodating to our needs and made some terrific suggestions. The service was absolutely impeccable which made our experience that much more worth it. I look forward my next visit to the city with this place in mind. read more

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How have I not reviewed this place before? It is always in my list of the top 5 restaurants in the burgh whenever I am asked and I was pretty certain that I had. From that you can probably gather that I come here a decent amount with the most recent time being on a Wednesday afternoon with my father for lunch. We had made lunch reservations for 12:30 and arrived some time around there and were seated immediately. Upon entering the restaurant it was easy to see that we didn't need the reservations but I would rather be safe than sorry. The inside of Eleven is pretty cool and very open as it has been built inside of an old warehouse. It is two stories tall with dining on both floors but with an open plan where you can see the ceiling pretty whenever you dine at. There is a lovely fireplace whenever you first walk into the restaurant and to the left is the bar and the right the main dining room. The bar is a pretty nice place and I have seen them open it up in the summer where there garage doors of the warehouse used to be. On this occasion we sat at a small two top in the main dining room where at the end you can see into the pastry kitchen. They is also a large two story wine cellar near the entrance which is cool to look at. Since it had been awhile since I had been to Eleven for lunch I decided to order the Eleven Burger as my entree with blue cheese as my cheese of choice. Before our lunch was served the waiter brought out the bread basket. Inside was one of my favorite premeal breads, a salted foccacia which pairs perfectly with the butter that they have there. There was also some rustic Italian bread which was good as well. Whenever the burger came to table I was reminded of why it is my favorite burger in Pittsburgh. It is piled pretty high with all of the goodies inside of it and I have to cut it in half just to be able to eat it. The burger has braised veal on the bottom, meat in the middle and then is topped with the cheese that you choose, bacon and some crispy onions. This last time that I visited the burger was as good as every other time I have had it with the burger being cooked perfectly and the bun slightly toasted. It also comes with some seasoned fries that I always enjoy as well. My dad ended up going with the Flank Steak for his lunch entree which also came with some fries. He told me that the ends of his steak were a bit chewy but the middle was awesome. I guess that is what you get whenever they oversear a tougher cut of meat. The bottom line for me is that I will definitely be back here in the future. Eleven is one of the most consistent and best restaurants in Pittsburgh and I am not sure that I have ever had a bad meal here. read more

I came here w/ one of my favorites this past Thursday night; after walking out I can declare Eleven as one of my favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh. We made reservations for 7 PM and were promptly seated; most of the crowd seemed to be of an older demographic, the average age in the restaurant was easily at least 20 years older than me. I walked in with the intention of ordering their four course tasting menu with the wine pairing, but changed my mind the last second because I really wanted to try their Wagyu Beef Carpaccio. I ended up ordering their Elysian Fields Farm Lamb and she ordered their Heritage Farms Pork (all of the Big Burrito restaurants push the fact that they use sustainable ingredients, as is evident from the fact that the locations where all proteins are sourced are included in the dish names). The Carpaccio was as good as expected; would I order it again? Depends on my mood, and who I'm with. I've realized I have a larger than average-for-an-Asian hankering for raw and cured meats. I knew if I didn't get their tasting menu I'd be deciding between their lamb and duck dish (my two favorite land-based proteins), but our server told me the lamb was his favorite dish hands down, so I took his word for it and had it medium rare. I know some people complain about lamb having a "lamb-y" taste, but this lamb was well sourced and well cooked with maximum tenderness and flavor without the off-putting flavor of cheaper cuts of meat. The roasted root vegetables had just the perfect bite; not too soft which would result in mushiness and not too hard from being undercooked. The polenta was absolutely delicious and paired perfectly with both the protein and the vegetable. The pork was a giant chop served on the bone, cooked to a suggested medium rare. The taste of well sourced ingredients is especially evident when it comes to protein as animals raised outside the typical inhumane dark and cramped living conditions have a richer flavor with a better mouthfeel. The sliced sweet potatoes were cooked well but their texture didn't resonate with me as a perfect match with the crunchiness of the apple strips and the meatiness of the pork. Everything else was spot on though. For dessert we split their banana cream pie. The deconstructed pie came with house-made banana graham crackers topped with dulce de leche mousse with a banana brulee on the side. The graham crackers were a bit crunchier than expected but were perfect to cut the sweetness and creaminess of the mousse. The banana brulee itself of course was a wonderful textural experience with the caramelized exterior of the banana cutting into the sweetness of the soft fruit. When you do go to Eleven, make sure you are in the mindset and mood to eating simple yet elegantly prepared quality food. Food doesn't taste as good when you're distracted and the dishes Eleven serves up are worthy of your full attention. read more

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What a great place for my beau and I to spend our 3rd anniversary together! We came here (upon months of my insistence) for a lovely Sunday brunch and boy, was it everything I had hoped for and more! We both got the prix fixe at $25 each, which really ended up being a decent deal considering it included an appetizer, entree, and brunch cocktail. I wound up with the White Sangria, a refreshingly light concoction of chardonnay/plum wines, cucumber, fruit, and rum. Absolutely amazing in the heat of summer! The mimosa was also quite good, but fairly basic. My appetizer of choice brought me back dahn south! I ordered the beignets, tenderly topped with rose and blueberries. The presentation and idea were perfect, but I felt it could have been just a bit more flavorful. The boyfriend got the grilled sticky, sans bacon (for us plant-eaters here), which ended up being amazing. I'm sure it would have been just as good without our minor change, since sweet + salty = tastebud heaven. And the entree - mine the Eggs Benedict and my boyfriend's the Ratatouille and Goat Cheese Omelet. Both were deeeelicious. The Eggs Benedict was lightly drizzled with black truffle atop an english muffin with a side salad of sliced mandarin oranges and mint. While my dish was fairly simple, it was just so perfect and satiating! No crazy frills here - just a well-done entree. I had a taste of the omelet as well, which was equally as good. The mildness of the vegetables was offset by the rich and sour goat cheese, which acted as a perfect complement. I also couldn't stop stealing fingerling potatoes from my dining partner's plate! (Yes, there was a "potato tax" of 3 pieces every time he left for the bathroom or turned around.) All in all, a great place! Service was professional and polite and the venue itself was light-filled and spacious. I can't wait to go back again! read more

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First review! Let me preface this review by saying that I do not typically criticize restaurants, but Eleven was definitely a bit of a let-down for how highly rated it seems. After all, though my dining companion and I came later on a Monday night, the dining room seemed busy and remained full for much of our time here. Our experience at Eleven definitely took off to a promising start. The hostess allowed us to book the Chef's Table for two, even though it typically is intended to seat 4-6 people. While it did not give us a particular insightful view of the kitchen, it was definitely offset in a nice cozy alcove with plenty of space to accommodate our voracious appetites! Unfortunately, our server was not especially friendly or enthusiastic, so we did not get much advice for the appetizers we decided to order before venturing to the Chef's Tasting. Half-Dozen Oysters | Not too shabby. We were not given any details about the origin of these oysters, so I can only comment that the ELEVEN hot sauce was a very spicy version of cocktail sauce! Seared Scallops | The scallops themselves had a nice consistency, if a bit rubbery, but they sat on a strange stew of peas and ham that I did not especially enjoy. The heartiness of the flavor seemed to overwhelm the typical delicacy of seared scallops and we left much of it on the plate. Chef's Tasting Course #1: Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras | Since California's ban on foie gras, I have not had it nearly as often, so I was really looking forward to this appetizer. Yet, though I can normally be convinced to love seared foie gras dish at any price point, I can honestly say that this is one of the worst preparations I have ever tasted. The foie gras itself was far too well-done; of my admitted generous portion, only the very center had the soft, buttery consistency that defines the dish, while the outer portions were a little too much like...liver. It also sat on a strangely incongruent piece of rough breading that added little to the melding of flavors, but our server did not seem to appreciate my asking about what it had been. (Turns out--carrot cake!) Chef's Tasting Course #2: Seared Salmon | While both my dining companion and I usually enjoy salmon in any form, this "seared" salmon had a nearly fried crisp that masked its usual flavor. This dish's saving grace was its bedding of rich polenta that paired surprisingly well with the stark vinegary greens on the side. It was paired rather oddly with a Pinot Noir. Chef's Tasting Course #3: Jubilee Hilltop Ranch Strip Steak | When our server presented us this grass-fed steak and--exact words--"tater tots," we probably should not have expected too much from this simultaneously rare and stringy cut of meat. The tater tots far outshone the meat itself. Less said the better. Yellowtail Sashimi | My dining companion was so unimpressed by the steak from the third course that he did not finish it. We did not want to create problems by sending it back, but we added an order for the yellowtail sashimi appetizer to close our meal on a better note. The three slices of slightly fishy yellowtail atop cucumber salad was definitely not the worst nouveau-sauced sashimi either of us have ever had, but again, it was not especially amazing either. Tasting Menu Dessert for Her: Flourless Chocolate Cake with Bourbon Ice Cream | This dense, rich mass of chocolate was both well presented and delicious! :) Kudos to the pastry chef on this one. Tasting Menu Dessert for Him: Brown Butter Ice Cream Sandwiches | My dining companion adores ice cream sandwiches, so he may have been a little biased, but I can agree that the combination of oatmeal raisin cookies, cold ice cream, and graham crumbles was indeed magical. Plus, the kitchen did remember to include a piece of chocolate with a message that I had called in earlier--so bonus points there. Ambitious Dessert to Share: Creme Fraiche Brûlée | At the end of the meal, we both commented that dessert was by far the highlight--so much so that we had to try our luck at another. The creme brûlée and accompanying jelly macaron were both good but not wonderful. Perhaps another ice cream sandwich might have been better! Ultimately, the Chef's Tasting Menu & Wine Pairing, while delicious in theory and in description, did not exhibit much innovation or character. We enjoyed elements of each course, but none of them stood out as being particularly memorable. Of the five wines we sampled between the two of us, only the first (2011 Semillon) seemed worth an individual order. Had our service been more consistent or friendly, I would have been tempted to rate our dinner a 3.5 or 4; however, for how much we were both looking forward to our fine dining experience at Eleven, we just felt underwhelmed at every turn. Maybe we came on an off-night, or perhaps we are just spoiled by LA dining, but I would definitely not make Eleven a priority on future trips to Pittsburgh! read more

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The moment you walk through the door of Eleven, you just know this is a place where you'll be well tended. The space has the feel of an opulent loft. The bar is beautiful and the dining spaces are intimate and comfortable, even in an open area. The food and service we've experienced here have always been exceptional! We've done special occasion dinners here before and today discovered what an amazing lunch spot Eleven can be. Definitely more on the fine dining scale than our typical lunchtime fare and what a nice treat it turned out to be! My husband ordered hangar steak with fries and I ordered the sea scallops with roasted cauliflower over delightfully peppery polenta, radicchio and crunchy focaccia croutons. Both our dishes were spot on! Interesting, flavorful and well balanced. Honestly, perfect! Service by Glenn was attentive and personable. We both looked at each other during our meal and said, why don't we come here more often? Well it's on our radar now! read more

Eleven - Sea Scallops with roasted cauliflower, Parmesan, polenta & radicchio. Perfection!!!! - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I had lunch at Eleven while on a business trip to Pittsburgh. I loved the stylish seagreen decor with iron accents. Even better, the food at Eleven was outstanding and I thoroughly enjoyed my grilled swordfish which was served atop a bed of couscous and a chunky tomato caper sauce. For dessert, I had a slice of poppyseed angelfood cake which was flavorful and nicely complimented by a dollop of homemade citrus curd. Last of all, the service was thoughtful, efficient and friendly. What a lovely place! I'd happily return. read more

I went to this place from a recommendation by a friend. I'm from the SF Bay Area and I have a high bar for good restaurants. I've never really tried a good place in Pittsburgh before and I thought there were none. I was wrong! My son who spent the past 4 years in Pittsburgh told me there were no good places to eat here. Introducing Eleven! The steaks are amazing. The halibut was spectacular and seafood tasting was melt in your mouth. Thank you for the recommendation! I stand corrected. There are good dining experiences here and I start with Eleven. read more

Delicious. Favorite menu items are the beef tenderloin and ricotta cavatelli. Always a tough decision with so many good choices. The candy bar dessert is great too. read more

Cozy elegant atmosphere with great food and wine. Everything was perfectly prepared and just left you for wanting more. Just wish my stomach was bigger read more

Really amazing food, excellent service, knowledgeable well trained staff, creative chef. There is a lot of attention to detail at Eleven, all the way from the food preparation to the delivery. The staff is thoughtful and well trained. The food is delicious. Don't forget Eleven has a great brunch menu, too. Yes, the prices are expensive, but this restaurant is a great choice for a special occasion. read more

Eleven is one of those places we frequent for happy hour on the way home from work. We've tried nearly everything on the happy hour food menu (updated on a fairly regular basis) and I've been a big fan of everything. Currently, the shishito peppers are a great option. They're not too salty or oily, and garnished with just the right amount of manchego. I'm not into the dipping sauce that accompanies them, but that's purely preference, as the peppers are good enough on their own. The mussels are usually excellent, with an ever-changing broth that pairs well with the daily bread varieties that the servers will offer. For $6, you really can't go wrong. Same applies to the happy hour drink specials...I definitely recommend the Eleven Mule! We've also tried both the tavern menu and dinner menu, but honestly, neither blew me away. The Eleven Burger is highly-rated by so many people, but I honestly didn't like it...at all. The burger, itself (ordered medium), was just chewy and I couldn't taste the meat under the excessive pile of toppings. I could barely get through the bland onion straws that overwhelmed everything...including the blue cheese. Such a disappointment. I'm hoping to try the lamb burger soon, as we often see it pass by, and it looks excellent. Also, as someone from Baltimore, I should've known better than to order the crab cake sandwich. A lot of bread, a tiny amount of crab cake (looked like claw meat, as well). Poor choice on my part, but at a place like Eleven, I really expected a more impressive effort. The dinner menu is a bit stronger, but it'll hit your wallet pretty hard. Is it worth it? I'm still undecided. I tried the lamb chop (which doesn't seem to be on the current menu). It was good, but dry, which is probably one of the reasons that I haven't been tempted towards the dinner menu again. They did have an excellent tomato salad (also not on the current menu), which is actually what convinced us to stay for dinner in the first place. The atmosphere is definitely fitting if you're looking to impress on a date or business dinner, and the staff is excellent and usually very nice. The menu reads as fine dining, and certainly is priced as such, so come prepared to spend quite a bit. As mentioned before, our verdict is out on whether or not it's worth the cost, but I'm willing to try the full-on dinner experience again at some point. Until then, we'll continue to enjoy the excellent happy hour drinks and bites, nice bar staff, and inviting atmosphere. At a minimum, it's definitely worth stopping in for that. read more

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Eleven is currently my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. The menu is fantastic because it is gourmet and interesting without being 'over the top' foodie with things like eye balls and tongues. I'll stick with a regular cut of meat that is dressed up a bit, thank you! Service is top-notch every time from the valets to the person refilling the water. I love all of the little extras offered at the restaurant like a coat check and the complimentary after-dinner treats. Tip: If you don't have cash, you can pay for your valet and tip the valet on your credit card with your dinner check. The wine list at Eleven is wonderful and I have yet to be disappointed by any of their reds by the glass or by the bottle. They offer a selection that caters to any wine budget, with bottles ranging from about $40 to more expensive choices that climb up to several hundred dollars. In addition to wine, I've had several cocktails and my boyfriend has had scotch, and both have been great. The food is always timed right and is cooked to perfection, with sides that are just as good as the main course. My only complaint is that there is a lot of gratuitous oil and butter on pretty much everything. I am sure they would cook things healthier if I asked, but I don't like it when everything comes out glistening. I find that the portions tend to be generous, with the exception of scallops. 2 scallops for $18? That's a bit of a racket. The menu is seasonal, so there is always something new to try when I go, which is great. That being said, I hope the spice cake is never taken off the menu as it is one of the best desserts I have ever had anywhere (I've been lucky enough to get it two visits in a row!). Four stars instead of five because the ladies room is frequently trashed and there are a few tables upstairs that are bad (a long line of 2 tops where you feel like you have to keep your arms pinned to your side to avoid bumping the stranger next to you on the booth). All in all, Eleven is superb. It is a bit pricey, but not crazy expensive and never disappoints. I hope that things stay great when Chef Derek moves on to new opportunities in a few weeks. read more

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Had a really wonderful meal here. Sat at the bar and had a great conversation with the bar staff. Place is spacious and has multiple seating situations, which is great for different groups. High tops, banquettes, bar area. Super friendly, informative and pleasant servers to be around. I had the Hanger steak, with rosemary horseradish potato croquette, roasted cauliflower, glazed shallots, greens and Madeira jus. read more

Eleven - Hanger steak, with rosemary horseradish potato croquette, roasted cauliflower, glazed shallots, greens and Madeira jus. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I am never disappointed at Eleven... whether it is for happy hour, dinner, drinks or brunch. The Pub menu is scrumptious... the rock shrimp, the burger, the pretzels = amazing! The Blue Basil Martini on their happy hour menu is pretty fabulous too. If you have not been there for happy hour, I definitely suggest it! Keep up the good work Eleven. read more

Yum! One of our fave brunch place to catch a prix fixe. Def getting the steak and eggs next time, but this prosciutto cotta omelette was bomb! read more

Eleven - Prosciutto cotta omelette - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We came here for large work party. My husband had the streak and I had the swordfish. Great portion sizes! Steak was done perfectly. Definitely recommend. read more