We went twice for the Sunday Brunch, once for our wedding anniversary and the other time for Easter. Brunch is fabulous, the prix fixe menu includes a cocktail, appetizer and entrée for $29, a great price for a fabulous meal. The décor is outstanding, I want to go back with a group of friends for one of the private dining rooms. Service is impeccable. Love, love, love this place. read more

Perfect in nearly every way! We and another couple went for brunch before a pirates game. Got to sit on the second floor patio. Wonderful. Food was nothing but outstanding. We all did the prix fie. Drinks were bloody Mary's and summer ice pick. Wife loved the ice pick refreshing, light, not overly sweet. Bloody Mary, nice and spicy - loved it. Wife had hand made granola for an appetizer - again nice. I had the oysters - very light- the onion vinegar sauce for the. Was perfect. Everyone had the omelettes. They were happy. I had the eggs Benedict - made with prosciutto instead of canadian bacon. Nice change. Hollandaise was executed well. They give you a nice selection of breads before the meal. We absolutely loved this place - can't wait to go back for dinner read more

Eleven has been and remains consistently excellent over the years. The food is outstanding, wait staff are knowledgeable and helpful, and the ambiance is fantastic-- truly deserving of five stars. read more

Food was on point. Server was very sweet. Was a little disappointed with the taste of my cocktail but everything else was good. Definitely recommended. read more

I have never had a bad meal here. I love the foi gras three ways!

If you can make a plate of carrots that taste so good that they are the unexpected highlight of your meal... you're doing something right.

Ok. 2nd visit but 1st visit drinks only. So let me comment on bar. Good. Very good. Staff friendly, attentive but not overly so. Also very helpful.to newbies not familiar with specials etc. 2nd visit happy hour...$7 grey.goose martinis! WHAT?! Mmmhmmm. Happy.hour bar food tasty and decently priced. Not large quantities so plan accordingly. Crowd upscale and millennial. Well dressed and business. If I lived here might be a regular. Go. Drink. Eat.. Sit at the bar. Nice vibe. read more

The service at this restaurant is extremely rude. I came here with a group of friends for a birthday brunch and was met with eye-rolls and condescending remarks. Granted, I was in a large group that decided at the last minute to eat at this restaurant. However, I would expect to be told that we had to wait for tables to open up. Instead, the staff told us "good luck" sarcastically and the waiter commented that this was "bullshit." I honestly think they were being a bit racist. Would not recommend and really disappointed. read more

Went Here a few times the first few times were nice, the last two times were awful. We were here a few nights ago the chicken was slimy and pink I literally gagged and my husbands burger was rare when he ordered medium..So we basically had to take all of our food back, which I never do. But by the time her food came, we had no appetite so we barely ate, $130 later they still took nothing off the bill even after I basically got served raw chicken. Went to McDonald's after and I was more satisfied. Service is ok ig read more

Starts with attentive staff. From appetizers [including well chosen oysters], entrees, through desserts, all are delicious and well presented. The breads offered by roving house staff are some of the best in Pittsburgh, complemented by spreads that won't distract from the breads flavors or crusts. read more

Great service the waiter and all of the bidders were very attentive. They treated us wonderfully!

One of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh hands down. The ambience is super romantic super sexy without being bougie or swanky. The food has quality that is beyond most of the restaurants in Pittsburgh. Flavors burst in a setting that boasts your typical New York City style establishment without even trying. Love this place, and the best part is it's not even trying that hard. It is what it is and I love the effortless quality that 11 brings to Pgh. Dishes that I tried were the lamb chops and steak both prepared perfectly, Seasoned very well, without any hesitation on my part. Ate it like it was my last meal on earth. Certainly going to miss this place. I hope it keeps up the quality because it really is one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh no doubt! Love it! Make one in California please for my sake. Thanks big burrito group. Appreciated ! read more

Wish I could say I loved his place. We ordered fish and lamb dishes. Both dishes had too many competing flavors to really taste the fish or lamb. The tomato soup was ordinary. Nothing to recommend here. Dishes are large so pace yourself. We sat outside and had a nice view of the convention center and skyline. Given the fact that the weather was perfect, we enjoyed ourselves. read more

This past Sunday I took my mother here for brunch and we had an amazing time! Eleven's Prix Fixe menu included an appetizer, an entree, and a free cocktail or juice for $29. While we waited we enjoyed croissants, cornmeal muffins and biscuits with honey butter and pineapple jam that was utterly fantastic! I ordered the beignets that were served with a raspberry compote topped with granola and glaze, the polenta waffles that came served with *the* most amazing peppered bacon, and their sangria cocktail. The beignets were amazing and the waffles were very nice, if not a bit sweet (although, that was my bad for ordering two sweet dishes in a row *can't wait to go back and try the salmon salad*). My mother ordered the pistachio sticky bun and the prosciutto omelet breakfast that came served with potatoes and that peppered bacon again. Both dishes I tried (with or without permission) and both were delicious! My only gripe would be the cocktails. My sangria and my mother's mimosa were both made with *very* dry wines - not our bag, but definitely not a deal breaker. Out of everything, what we enjoyed most were the portions. While the food was lovely it wasn't sparse, proving that fine dining can be beautiful, delicious, *and* filling! After seeing the value of Eleven's brunch menu, both my mother and myself are eager to return for dinner! read more

Amazing food & service! My husband and I stopped here to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary. I ordered the ricotta cavatelli for my entrée and my husband got the hanger steak. We also split a three greens salad. (We didn't want to fill up too much before our main course.) The cavatelli was the ultimate comfort food. There was something familiar in the tase, but also original in flavor. It was the perfect combination of nostalgia and inventiveness. (This meal is vegetarian fyi.) I sampled my husband's steak and it was amazing. Best steak I ever sampled! For dessert, we ordered the "candy bar", a delicious chocolate cake with a peanut butter frosting, served with chocolate ice cream. They personalized it, with "Happy Anniversary" written with chocolate icing on a piece of white chocolate. The food was awesome and the service was equally outstanding. We will definitely be coming back! read more

Husband and I decided to celebrate our 5th anniversary here. From the second we walked in the door, I noticed the high level of skilled, hospitable staff. The host, bartenders, and servers were so polished and well informed. It was very refreshing. We ate so much we left in pain, but everything was very good. They confused the doneness we requested for our steaks, but other than that, our meals were delicious. My highlight was the pumpkin puree soup. So. Good. It had the right amount of toasted pepitos to add a lovely texture to each bite. My husband had a beet abs apple salad that was out of this world. I mean, who knew beets could be THAT delicious!? I had the hanger steak with roasted cauliflower and rosemary potato pancake. The cauliflower was a tad underwhelming, but the carmelized shallots that accompanied it rocked my world. The desserts? Hell yes. Banana cream pie and apple pie? Done and done. Overall great experience. read more

Probably my favorite restaurant in downtown Pittsburgh. While the food is expensive, it is definitely worth the money. The service is incredible. Everyone is knowledgeable about the menu, and it seems like they have a different person tending to you for each item served. I ordered the swordfish, which was delicious. My girlfriend and I also ordered oysters for an appetizer and they were the freshest, most real piece of seafood we had ever tasted. It is almost like they had just taken them out of the ocean and put them directly on our plates. The sauces served with them were also savory. If you don't mind spending some extra money for high quality dishes, and are looking for a pleasant, different eating experience then this place should be at the top of your list. read more

I love eleven! It's one of my favorite spots in pittsburgh, but I do save it for special occasions as it is on the fairly pricey side. Recently went with some friends to celebrate getting a new job. As always, the food was out of this world. The beef tenderloin was one of the best steaks I've ever eaten. We also got the cheese board for the table and it was really good. The waiter was good and attentive enough, just not very personable. I can't remember the wine I had, was fairly good. The food is always worth it but the wine sometimes is hit or miss for the high prices. Overall, very good experience though. There was 4 of us and everyone was very happy and full by the end of the night. (Have also been here for brunch and it was excellent!) Can't wait to go back! read more

I have eaten here 2 times in the last month, and have had spectacular service and food. Lots of great fish selections. Incredible wine selection. My most recent visit, I have a Chef's food & wine pairing consisting of a starter Tuna tartare topped with white anchovy and caviar paired with Champagne, then moved to a green and white asparagus salad with miners lettuce, Surryano ham paired with an Italian Marchesa Gavi Liguria, then the main course consisting of a lamb chop with cous cous with a great blend of spices paired with a Napa Steltzer Estate Cab. Simply amazing pairings... read more

Eleven - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Wonderful! Eleven is our very favorite restaurant in the Pittsburgh area. They are a bit pricey, but wow are they worth it! The food is exquisite. Creative ingredients, lovely presentation, and such a nice variety. We frequently order their tasting option, which changes frequently. We've been here many, many times and have never been disappointed. Highly recommended! read more

Overall a good experience, just not great one ! The welcome was good. Although the restaurant was completely empty, my favorite time to come, because it really seperates the service from the experience. I sat at the bar between 3-5pm on a Monday. I was the only guest in the restaurant (btw). Not one single chef or manager said a word to me even though I faced, eye-to-eye, three of them (this is just sad). I greeted my bartender, whom was also my greeter when I walked through the front doors with no one in sight and meandered towards the bar. I was welcomed traditionally with a drink menu and I explained how I had a Birthday coupon for an entree, that I'd either use it here or down the road at Kaya. The bartender was friendly and offered the food choices and explained the boundaries of the coupon. The free entree coupon is spot on and amazing - kudos to the purveyors of BigBurrito, a solid and friendly idea for a local chain. My only complaint would be to instruct staff as to how to act for someone's birthday; although, not special to some people it is special to others and in the Sevice Industry making a big deal is seen as par for the course, especially of a guest brings the event to attention. Support the great and awesome promotion with equally high expectations of your personnel). I ordered a gin drink and then changed it, the bartender adjusted without insult and made a fine Hendrix Martini with cucumber garnish (however, as with any garnish - less is more). It was tasty and I loved it. I ordered the suggestion: burger, MR with cheese, and I made conversation about the business, atmosphere, etc. Although there was no one else at all in the entire building whom was a guest, the bartender seemed a tad rushed, as if there were more important things to do. I often employ a trick to see how good service can be, a trick which has failed me three times in Pittsburgh and one I think I'll save for other cities - it did not work here either. Being new to town I did expect a good meal (thus all the talk is about only a few restaurants here worth trying). A good meal I received. The burger was cooked as I ordered and the accoutrements were perfect. The fries were tasty as well. I shared the meal with a glass of Grenache. I recommend it - light, and splendid for a burger and fries. Unfortunately this is where the 100% tip took a back seat. My bartender disappeared only to return once, as I was barley invested in my meal, to inquire on it's flavor and my state of joy. A young man appeared, not much personality, and after taking up and enjoying the earlier bartender's company I was merely a paying toll member of a food truck line, and to beat the band it was my birthday, I displayed the evidence with ID and coupon, yet I was treated nominally in a restaurant with three guests. It's what I always say keeps good restaurants from being great restaurants: Service. I enjoyed my late lunch and birthday wine. I enjoyed the ambiance (I love quiet and classy, and for the brief moment I was there, this was it). I enjoyed the meal. Everyone loves a free entree. What I take points away for is the service: friendly yet vacant; helpful yet struggling; somewhat compassionate but not completely professional and what it lacks it completely fails in charm - a complete lack of charm. I often dress down for uppity places and up for low style juke joints (throws managers off the scent). It's an even tell-tale sign of the level of service and te steps one takes to achieve success (20% or better). One of my biggest pet peeves so far in Pittsburgh is the lack of consistency. The service part of the "service" industry has yet to take hold in the few places I've been. Here's to proving me wrong on my next visit with Big Burrito. Thanks for the meal. Thanks for the times. Overall I rate Eleven a C+, until next time. Service after all is only outdone by flavor of the meal. And a meal is only as good as the service. read more

I always enjoy Eleven for dinner, great drinks, meals and service. Never disappoints but some may find it pricey to enjoy on a regular basis. A great value is Eleven's Sunday brunch! For $29 you get a choice of cocktail or juice. The Cucumber Moscow Mule was so fresh and yummy! Choice of appetizer...from six fresh oysters to beignets something tasty for everyone and then an entree ranging from waffles, burgers, omelettes with bacon and so much more. All served with quality sides and attentive service. (Peet's coffee is so tasty too!) What a value! A great place to take visitors or just yourself. I have gone several times and like to keep Eleven's brunch in heavy rotation read more

Food and service amazing, we came for Sunday brunch and it was excellent food and excellent service, I would highly recommend this place too anyone looking for great food in the strip area. Very upscale and very tasty food! read more

This used to be my favorite restaurant in the area. Had dinner there a dozen times and recommended it enthusiastically to everyone. Now I'm sorry I did. On my last visit to Eleven (and I do mean last) my wife and I thought we had been transported to some other universe. Grumpy parking valet, grim hostess, uncaring waiter who wanted to be somewhere else. All of these things so unlike all of our previous visits. Maybe I could try to overlook these shortcomings as a bad day or their personal problems. But, when the rack of lamb was served I was sure Rod Serling had to be lurking somewhere in the shadows. The lamb (my very favorite entree) was rubber. Could not be cut with a steak knife. It was our anniversary and I didn't want to make what my wife would probably define as a scene. Also, I was so flabbergasted by the entire disastrous experience I said nothing. When the waiter took away the uneaten rubber lamb I was sure he would ask why I hadn't finished my tire. But no, nothing. It's sad since I had enjoyed the place so much in the past. Well, nothing lasts forever. read more

This place is so over the top amazing. The open kitchen, the gorgeous bar and the completely separate, glass enclosed pastry/bread kitchen off to the side are all impressive. Today, we had the Sunday brunch. I loved the salmon entree, cooked perfectly with fennel and pea shoots and paired with a Bloody Mary. Delicious.Their food is so much better than so many other restaurants. I love the company Big Burrito. This is their flag ship, high end restaurant and I've never been disappointed here. read more

Excellent food and atmosphere as always. The service was very good but not excellent. Hostess was unethesustic. Bread service was inattentive. Definitely would be back. Hoping for an excellent 5 star experience next time. read more

Went to the strip district for my 33 birthday dinner this past weekend with my wife. We had great service and even better food probably the best burger and steak we have ever eaten. Local farm to table foods. We ate at the bar I will most certainly come back but id make a reservations read more

Eleven has a great atmosphere that is a combination of high class yet comfortable. This is the type of place where you can go for a date, after work drink or just to hang out in the lounge and relax with some great oysters. Oh how I love oysters This is a place where a young professional can feel at home without feeling overly stuffy. The restaurant is frequented by young business men and women in after work apparel. If you only looked at the inside of the restaurant along with the customers you could easily mistake this for a place located in NYC, Chicago, or Boston (aside from the more affordable prices). So you ask why I did not give such a great place the full 5 stars? In truth the food was good but not exceptional as was the service. Don't get me wrong I might even go as far to say the food was very good, and the service was simply good, I would recommend this to a friend but I simply was not blown away by it. read more

I chose Eleven as my Birthday dinner, as I have done over the years. The food is always amazing and this year didn't disappoint. The reason for the 3 stars was the service. The service has always been superb and this year just felt a little flat/off. Nothing major just not at the level we have had in the past. But to get back to the food review..... we had 1.5 dz fresh oysters and they were so delish. The vinegrette served with them is so good!!!! I had a kale and brussel sprout salad and hubs had the potato and bacon soup. I think we both licked our plates clean!!! For entrees, he had the hangar steak and I had the black bass. We didn't even talk as we were so engrossed in devouring our meals :) We took dessert home to enjoy - I had the candy bar cake which was a mix of chocolate and peanut butter with choc malt ice cream. He had a banana cream concoction. Both divine!!!! Plan to go - I've never been disappointed with the food. read more

One of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh. Located in an old micro brewery on the edge of downtown and the Strip District, Eleven serves up one of the best menus in the city. The Chef deserves a Michelin Star for the flavors and presentation of the various dishes. The bar is excellent and the service fine. read more

I have to ask myself...why did we wait so long to have dinner here? I am not sure. We have been here two times, both for brunch. Both times the food was phenomenal and the service was impeccable. I decided for my birthday dinner that Eleven would be the place to celebrate. We got there a few minutes before our 5 pm reservation. We were greeted warmly and immediately seated. I love the vibe at Eleven. It is chic yet warm and relaxing. We were promptly greeted by our waiter (I am sorry that I cannot remember his name - I am so bad with names - he was fantastic). He was friendly, informative, and knowledgeable about everything on the menu. We ordered apps and drinks to start. I chose the sea scallops which were perfect and paired with a red flannel hash. I had never heard of red flannel hash before and all I have to say about that is...where have you been hiding red flannel hash? Wow...what flavors...beets (never a fan but now I know how good a beet can be), potatoes, amongst other miscellaneous good stuff. Who knew? I got the Sangria as well which is light and was a delight! The hubby got a beer (I cannot remember what he chose but it was terrific). He got the sashimi for his app which was fresh and refreshing. For my entree I chose the pork chop that came with grits. The meat, of course, cooked perfectly. And the grits in stick form and oh so delicious! The hubby got the steak and it came with mashed potatoes. Again the meat was perfect and the potatoes were creamy and amazing as well. Both pieces of meat fresh and tender and juicy. For dessert I got the spice cake in a little bit if apple cider with vanilla ice cream...wow! The hubby got the chocolate cake and ice cream...wow! And to end the meal a Carmel in sea salt that the pastry chef prepared...I just don't have the adjectives to describe how fabulous everything was. From beginning to end it was a truly awesome dining experience. Eleven, never let me down...so yummy! read more

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I mean really! The beinyet should be illegal. Not a calorie wasted! Great brunch sitting outside on the roof porch. Service on point. Meals delicious. My entire was undercooked and replaced no question asked. Husband ate every bite! No room for dessert but sure would have liked to try!!! Worth the trip. Can't wait to return. read more

It pains me a little to write this less-than-stellar review update, but after last night's bland birthday meal, I'm going to do just that. I've always been a huge fan of Eleven and I'll certainly give it another try. But last night's entree was simply not good. That's not to say the evening didn't have its highlights. I'm in LOVE with Eleven's Mule. Of course, show me any Moscow Mule and I'm bound to love it, but their's was especially tasty. I also very much enjoyed the beet and carrot salad, and our starter of Pumpkin Cavetelle was a solid "good." However, my Seafood Tasting entrée was fishy and bland. Comprised of salmon, scallop and crabcake, I [of course] expected to taste some fish. But you know when you get a serving a fish that's too fishy to enjoy? That was the case with the salmon and a bit with the scallop. Neither had much flavor, so for the flavor to be all fishy, it just wasn't good. The crab cake wasn't far behind in the lack-of-flavor department. Our server was extremely excited to be working there, so I'll give some kudos to him, but overall it was not a good entrée experience. I did try my guest's Pork Shank and it was amazing, so it must've just been an off night for the fish department. Sad fish face... 8( read more

Best brunch in Pittsburgh. No lines and awesome selections and food. Every time we come we love it. Valet parking is a plus in the strip and great drink selections. Just do it. You will love it. read more

While not quite in the stratospheric realm of, say, an Aureole in NY or a Citronelle in Washington, Pittsburgh's Eleven is an outstanding dining experience. The food is creative, beautifully presented, and thoroughly enjoyable. The service is attentive and professional, but not at all stuffy. The wine list is extensive and they are able to recommend some amazing food-wine pairings. All in all, thoroughly first rate. I opted for the regular tasting menu. The first sign of good things to come was the homemade bread. It was yeasty and chewy and it took effort not to keep asking for more. The first course was a small place of tuna sashimi on a "lemon miso." The citrus flavor of that sauce was perfect with the meltingly soft fish -- I mean, this was like cream cheese and lox from a parallel and far more elegant universe. Then there was a porcini mushroom risotto garnished with a piece of taleggio cheese that melted into the rice. It was exquisitely rich and gooey, and the pinot grigio I had with it balanced the dish perfectly. What a treat. This was followed, a plate of salmon, with morel mushrooms, lentils and fava beans. The salmon was cooked impeccably -- moist but not raw or cold -- and the accompaniments made a great contrast. Then there was lamb on polenta with some braised romaine lettuce. This just knocked my socks off -- tremendous flavor. Normally by this point in a tasting menu I am leaving half of each plate uneaten, but I scarfed down every bit of this dish. Just first rate. Desert was a banana tart with peanut butter flavored ice cream. They paired this with an Australian port. What a super combination. The port had these tastes of brown sugar that just absolutely complemented the desert. I only ate half the desert because I was stuffed, but I finished every drop of the port. The food was $65 and the paired wines added $30 -- expensive for Pittsburgh I suspect, but a bargain for a native Washingtonian I've been to Pittsburgh many times on business and never had better than an "OK" meal. Now, at last, my quest is over !! read more

From the atmosphere and the service to the entrees and drinks, this restaurant was the perfect place to celebrate my anniversary. Our waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable on the menu items. I appreciate that he gave us an honest opinion when we asked for suggestions. We had the scallops and pork belly for an appetizer and the lamb and beef tenderloin for dinner. The scallops practically melted in your mouth (and just to note, I don't like seafood!) and the pork belly flavors complemented each other well. My tenderloin was cooked to a perfect medium rare and tasted amazing. I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but my husband devoured his dish and said it was the best tasting lamb he's ever had. My drink of choice was a glass of Cabernet and my hubby had a lemon drop martini. Their wine list is a little pricey for the common folk like me (my glass of wine was $16 and many of their bottles started around $80), but hey, it was my anniversary. Finally, we finished off our meal with their peanut butter pretzel dessert, which was out of this world good. If you're in any way a fan of peanut butter, you should definitely try this dessert! This was by far one of the best "special occasion" dinners I've ever had. I certainly can't afford to go here every night (if only!), but I'll definitely be back! Quick note: For any girls out there wondering what to wear - I wore jeans and a nice top and my hubby wore jeans with a nice sweater and I didn't feel like we were out of place at all. read more

I'd have to say Big Burrito's take on Contemporary American at Eleven is a success. I thought my food was very well prepared and delicious. Prior to the start of our meal we were presented with scallops crusted with poppy and seasonings which were really excellent, and to be honest I don't even like scallops very much - they may even have been my favorite part of my entire meal. I also ordered the three green salad with goat cheese which was really enjoyable albeit not outstanding. Then again - it was a simple green salad, how memorable can it get? My entree was the seafood tasting which included potato crusted sea scallops, Pacific salmon & jumbo lump crab cakes. I particularly enjoyed the salmon & crab cakes. For dessert I ordered a creme brulee, which frankly was not very good. They went to town searing the top. Way too seared. Eleven has a wide variety of "designer" cocktails which were all very good. I don't really want to give this restaurant a 4 star rating, but it doesn't deserve three stars either. It may not have been one of the very best restaurants I have eaten at, but I think for Pittsburgh it is pretty exceptional. I read various reviews and heard many opinions that felt Eleven is rather pricey. While it may be more expensive than many other restaurants in Pittsburgh, I think it should be noted that Eleven is really rather on par with the pricing of other "hip & new" restaurants in other American cities. read more

I live in Chicago, where I have access to a plethora of excellent restaurants, but Eleven is quite simply my all-time favorite restaurant. My family and I come here often to celebrate big events - birthdays and new jobs and such. It's expensive, but very much worth it. The service staff is very good. From the hostess who will find you a table even when you forgot to make reservations (although especially on Fri and Sat it's a good idea to have them) to the person who brings around the basket of amazing breads (yeah, there's one person who's primary job is that as far as I can tell) everyone is always friendly and polite. The server is usually attentive and food and drinks come up quickly, although when I was there most recently they did fall down a bit on that front. Amusingly, if you have food wrapped up to take home (and if you don't have it in you to eat every bite, then you'll want to do that), they give you a claim ticket for it and you pick it up at the coat check when you leave. Thus, your dining is not disturbed by the sight of leftovers. My favorite thing to order is the vegetarian tasting menu. You never know what to expect - it's often the thing on the list that you're least sure of that turns out to be the best. The soups here are transcendently good and if it weren't a fancy place I would pick my bowl up and lick it clean (actually, I do it anyway to avoid missing a drop of the deliciousness, but my parents won't let me). Also really great salads and lots of excellent vegetables. Big Burrito makes a point of buying fresh, local produce, which is not only tasty, but also environmentally conscious - yay! They have a really good selection of wines and cocktails, and the servers are great about helping to chose one that will match your meal. And if you can't make up your mind, they'll let you taste some before you order. Also, you can add a set of wine pairings to the tasting menu for (I believe) $30, which I highly recommend doing. Each one is always the perfect compliment to the course (the sommelier is obviously another very talented member of the staff), and, if you're like me and still learning about wines, it's a great chance to broaden your horizons. Last, but certainly not least, if you don't order a tasting menu (which includes dessert) make sure you leave room. The pastry chef here is a genius! Whether you like chocolate, fruit, or cheese at the end of your meal, you will not be disappointed - in fact, you'll probably want to order multiple things. Plus, many of them come with unusual flavors of ice cream that will raise an eyebrow, at least until you try them and discover that they're perfect! Basically, I can not rave about Eleven enough, so you'll just have to go and experience it for yourself! read more

I had an absolutely delightful lunch here on a recent visit to Pittsburgh. The crab cake appetizer was a highlight. The service was friendly and attentive. I hope to go again sometime. read more

I was in town for work, and my husband took me to Eleven for my birthday. What a magical evening! When we arrived, my husband asked if "table Eleven" was at all available, and to our delight, it was! That's the sort of private balcony overlooking the bar area. We ordered a couple of cocktails and began our food adventure. The server was extremely attentive, as were other servers who came to check on us periodically, and the cute boy with the bread basket came over numerous times to replenish our bread. The rosemary-sea salt focaccia is to die for! For the first course, I started with the foi gras, and my man had a dozen oysters. The foi gras was seared to perfection, and the presentation was fabulous. The balance of flavors from the little bit of fruit and glaze on the plate and the crispy-on-the-outside-soft-on-the-inside brioche, was perfect. My husband loved the house-made hot sauce that came with the oysters. I tried it, and it's very yummy and VERY hot! We then had the most delicious lobster bisque, which had such unique flavor (I think it was a dash of chili and some Pernod). For the main course, I had the Elysian Fields Lamb which was so beautifully medium rare and as tender as any tenderloin I've had. The polenta was excellent and perfectly seasoned, and the carrots and turnips were prepared so nicely al dente. My husband went sort of nuts over his short ribs. I tasted them and kind of went nuts too. SO good! As if the meal couldn't get any better, we dove into the dessert menu. I told the server that I wanted the most insanely chocolate dessert they had, and she did not lead me astray with the molten lava cake. I've had many molten lava cakes, and I consider myself to be an expert on them, even having tried making them myself. This cake was downright orgasmic: perfect lava center, house made hazelnut ice cream, chocolate crispy chunks decorating the plate, and a chocolate wafer with "happy birthday" written on it. My husband was pretty fond of his cannoli as well. This meal was such a winner in my book. I just wish Yelp had a rating of "Lick The Plate" because that's what I wanted to do after each course. read more