We decided to give this new restaurant a try for our anniversary. Open Table takes their reservations so be sure to do so before going. Walking in, we were greeted and seated immediately in a plush booth by the window. I will say the view is spectacular! The design is an open space and very bright inside. There is a lot of space between tables so it has a very open and roomy atmosphere. Looking at the menu, there is a huge variety available for GF or vegetarians. Our server did say the chef is gluten free so that's why so many items are available that way. A few items had changed a bit, changing up ingredients, so they are still working on their menu. Unfortunately, I did neglect to get a picture of the menu or of our food when it arrived. Maddie did a great job as our server, being attentive to our needs. My husband tried the Mai Tai from the cocktail menu and said it was just okay. He ordered the 16 oz Ribeye, which took 15 minutes longer to eat than my 6 oz Filet, leaving me just sitting and watching him eat. That was a little awkward. Both steaks were perfectly cooked to order and were quite tender and flavorful. The filet comes with a mashed cauliflower side, which was a texture a bit strange for my liking. The sauce took a little getting used to for my pallet. We ordered a side of asparagus, with an interesting yellow sauce on it. There were 6 long spears, a bit crunchy for my liking, and maybe enough for 2 to share. Dessert is where they shine! Maddie told us the crème brûlée comes complimentary for birthday or anniversary celebrations. We ordered that and the chocolate mousse dessert. Wow, wow, wow!!!! Absolutely scrumptious! Both desserts had so much delicious flavor! Overall, the views and desserts were impressive. The service was decent as well. For special occasions, this is probably not our place to go as a couple of other local establishments shine a bit more. read more

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Outstanding views, attentive staff and a creative menu. They just recently opened and working out a few minor issues however we had a very positive experience and will be back. read more

Congratulations to the Lock 11 restaurant, for having great appetizers, dinner, and cocktails.. We had dinner there last night and it was one of the best experiences we've had in a while. Special shout out to our waitress Cortlynn for making our experience fun and professional. It also has amazing views and the atmosphere was outstanding. read more

I went to Lock 11 with a few women for the first time and we were really excited about trying out a new place. For the price point, we were expecting the best of the best with food, however it was the worst meal I have ever paid for. My $22 'jumbo' crab cake tasted like it came from a can and was swimming in a sauce that mostly just resembled mustard. My $45 lobster risotto dish had MAYBE 1 oz of lobster that was overcooked to the point of not being able to cut properly, on a bed of cold, mushy risotto. It took 20 minutes for 2 glasses of wine and a soda to be delivered, and it honestly felt like us asking for anything was an inconvenience to the server. Not that we were in a rush by any means, but from start to finish, we were there for 2 hours for 1 app and 4 entrees. I understand if you're trying to make this restaurant 'an experience', but the food quality should at least match the price point. read more

Amazing food from appetizers to dessert. Ambiance is good- on the noisy side but you can have a conversation. The price one pays for getting a seat in one of the hottest new place around the area. Our server Ashley was golden. She was busy as any one person I've seen in a while- looked like she was running 10-15 tables. She had a great attitude, very positive and we never waited for anything. This would be a definite do again- would recommend reservations!!! read more

we just ate here and it was excellent!!! from the signature cocktails, great oysters, Cesar salad, steak, mushroom steak and the Pavlova Dessert! All excellent!!! We will definitely be back read more

Lock 11 - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Dubuque, Iowa

We were up here from South Carolina and to be completely fair, I have traveled the world and have eaten in the best (and worst) restaurants in the world, all across Europe, Asia, Greece and the Middle East. I saw Lock 11 while staying at The Key Hotel. Arriving found the abiance to be extremely nice, very nice views, absolutly great service! The drinks, in my opinion, were well thought out, well balanced but perhaps a bit mild for the prices. The food was a wonderful selection of ideas with the intent to bring a high level of sophistication. After ordering and receiving our meals, their presentation was wonderful. Unfortunately, this was the end of all things wonderful. My sister ordered the prime rib was very happy and said it was excellent. My wife ordered the Lobster and Sweet Corn Rissoto which she felt the lobster was overcooked and the remainder of the dish was bland and underwhelming. I had the Salmon-Cod Wellington and found the flavor to be very full. The texture and mouth feel of this dish was a downfall. I too felt the fish was over cooked and did not fall apart but needed to be cut. The top of the puff pastry was fantastic, but the seaweed wrap with the purpose of protecting the puff pastry was a failure. Unfortunately, the bottom of the pastry was similar to eating just uncooked dough. The seaweed became a paste with an unfavorable texture. This dish too was underwhelming. I just love this idea for Dubuque and am very hopeful for this adventure as this area needs this "big city" option. In my opinion, the food insists upon itself and may need to have more local feel and more midwestern vibe. The local population needs to experience this variety, and I am super hopeful for Lock 11 to be very successful. read more