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   PeteH

   San Francisco

   27 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   27 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall4food2service5ambience4

   After experiencing the charcuterie plate, which we've had before and like, both of us chose the ribeye hamburger option and a nice bottle of Zinfandel. Unfortunately, the brioche bun couldn't hold up to the meat and dressing and became soggy and fell apart quickly. Not much you can do about that other than eat the Hamburger with a knife and fork. Our server, Jake, who we've had before, was awesome. He's always pleasant and helpful. Yes, we will continue to dine at Eleven College Ave as we have for many years.

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   RichardD

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on March 12, 2023

   overall1food5service1ambience2

   The service was poor and the food quality was not there…. Not worth the price. The drinks were good!

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   8 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on March 12, 2023

   overall3food5service2ambience2

   Food was excellent. Family Saturday night dinner. Ambience they need better noise absorption and Decor was okay. Service they were short staffed but hope it is better on other days, didn’t follow up if we wanted another drink, or check on how the drinks and food came out. But server made good recommendations from the drinks to the food. Food was excellent, need to improve on the others.

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 11, 2023

   overall3food3service2ambience3

   The waiter had little knowledge of the food. The tables were so close the waiter would take orders from others while getting in the way of our food space. The bathroom absolutely wreaked and spilled out into the hallway. The food is expensive, $20 for a burger which was a good burger but we were paying for the address not the burger. And to top it off, there is a $5 fee just for dining added to the bill. We eat throughout Los Gatos, this fee is not normal nor is it shared upfront which is just bad business. Overall, not our cup of tea.

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   JackM

   Central Coast

   6 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on March 2, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Great food and service. Friendly staff.

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   Sohyo

   San Francisco

   4 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on February 25, 2023

   overall4food3service5ambience3

   All was good but any resturant that impose extra charges as their Fees to pay their employees is turn off for us . Cost of doing business should not be imposed to consumers .

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   SteveH

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 15, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Oh my goodness, where do I even begin? My Valentine's Day dinner experience at this cozy little restaurant was nothing short of magical. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and a cozy atmosphere that immediately made us feel right at home. The service was just exceptional. Let's talk about the other star of the show: the food. The Scallop mafaldine was a true work of art. The perfectly cooked scallops melted in our mouths, while the pasta was cooked to absolute perfection. I don’t know how Chef prepared the prawns, but they were the best prawns I have ever had- perfectly seasoned, shell off but somehow had the aroma like they were grilled shell on. It was like a symphony of flavors and textures that left us wanting more. Our steak was a tiny bit delayed because the one prepared wasn’t up to Chef’s standards so he redid it. Even though we didn’t mind they gave us a complementary wine pairing for the delay. I really appreciate Chef’s pride in his work (one of the reasons I picked Eleven College Ave. for our Valentines Day dinner). All in all, our experience at this restaurant was everything we could have hoped for and more. The food was incredible, the atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and the service was top-notch. If you're looking for a place to take your special someone, this is the spot. Five stars all the way!

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   Anonymous

   San Francisco

   7 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   They never disappoint, went there for Valentines and it was a wonderful meal. What I particularly like is that the chef(owner?) came to our table and talked to us about a question we had on or food. This wasn’t the first time either. He was very friendly and very happy to answer questions. It was nice to see a hands of chef like that.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Tahoe

   3 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 12, 2023

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   Made reservations. Made us wait outside on the cold. Brought us to the tent and pulled over a wobbly table with very little heat. We found it his place to be loud, poor managed and overwhelmed. Please Nick...come back...this place went downhill!

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    shelleyG

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2

    Okay ambience. Does not feel like you are in a pricey restaurant. Bathroom messy.

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    JenniferO

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience1

    We had a 6pm reservation on a Friday night for four people. The night started well, as the restaurant wasn’t yet that busy. We ordered a round of drinks and placed our order for food. Those orders came out in a reasonable amount of time. My boyfriend and I shared the halibut and the short rib. Both were very tasty, though for the price, I’d expect larger portions. As the restaurant got busier, our night took a turn and started going downhill. I ordered another cocktail, and the friends we were with ordered a dessert. The dessert came out, and my friends finished the dessert, and still no cocktail. I had asked about it perhaps 15 minutes after ordering. After my friends had finished their dessert, our waiter came over to inform us the bartender was now going to start making my drink. I requested he cancel the order, as our entire table was finished and ready to go. The tables next to us were in the same bad situation, waiting an exceedingly long time for drinks and were upset about it. As the restaurant got busier, the noise grew incredibly loud, to the point where we couldn’t hear each other at the same table. I had come here eager to try multiple cocktails from the menu and excited about a nice night out with friends. Waiting so long for a drink and the noise level really put a damper on our night, and I unfortunately cannot recommend this restaurant, as the food isn’t worth the price when you have to put up with the rest. Things were generally in disarray, and we couldn’t tell if it was because they were understaffed or simply because they don’t have the right processes in place. If you’re looking for a nice dinner on a Friday night, there are other spots nearby in Saratoga with equally good food and have far better service and ambiance.

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    TashaS

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The new cocktail menu is outstanding! The quail is the star of the menu currently, can't get enough of that dish. As always, friendly and efficient service. An amazing spot for a family night out, date night or friend get-together. Always a great time

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were so grateful that we could make a reservation on OpenTable for the heated patio a week ago. But then, when the weather changed, the restaurant was flexible and we were able to sit indoors. The service was very attentiive and friendly. The food was amazing and interesting . We were meeting with some old family friends we had not seen in a while and it was a perfect environment, Great food to talk about and great relaxing environment.

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    SusanZ

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    The food is amazing. The only thing preventing me from giving 5 starts all around was the noise. It could have just been that we were seated close to a very rowdy group.

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    KimberlyR

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious food. Beautiful plating.

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    GeorgiaH

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The restaurant, staff and menu are excellent!

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    imdeg

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Service, food and ambiance were all great, as always!

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    KyleC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    This is the kind of restaurant that gets all their ingredients fresh (and changes the menu to match), employs mixologists on the bar staff, and is directly overseen by the owner and head chef. You simply cannot find a better quality product at this price point - the fact that it's nestled just outside the hustle and bustle of downtown Los Gatos is a benefit. Amazing food, great alcohol selection and cocktail menu, and quiet ambience - you can't go wrong!

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    Jane

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience1

    First time here since it was Nicks- not as good. Soo loud even with the tables half empty. The food was good but not great and not worth the overall experience. Don’t bother with the cheese plate it’s very underwhelming. The poutine fries are good and our party tried six different entrees that were all pretty good. They charged extra for bread and butter and we had to ask for it haha. Not a bad time but not for a special occasion.

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    DiningBob

    San Francisco

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    This was my second trip to Eleven and it was even better than the first! Service was good, food was great and the owner has really put together a great menu. We will be back!

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    PatrickH

    Tahoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and cocktails. Small and intimate setting. We enjoyed dining here and will come again

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    KarinS

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

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    Everything was fine, not over the top.

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Chef is awesome!

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    lisas

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We had a wonderful time. Service was great. Good was really amazing. Enjoyed celebrating a special event. Would recommend to anyone.

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall2food4service2ambience1

    Super slow service, especially drinks, noise sounds like a cafeteria, food was very good but the whole experience was disappointing and off.

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    Foodie

    San Francisco

    35 reviews

    3.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    Our appetizers were tasty. Unfortunately our entrees were a mixed bag. Some were delicious while others were not. The prices were quite overpriced. Our server was friendly enough. The restaurant lacked any sort of ambience.

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    KellyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food is inventive, seasonal & locally sourced where possible. Our meals were absolutely lovely. Like many restaurants, there was a staff shortage, however they sure made up for it with their dedication to each table.

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    BrianC

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, great service, and good value in a great location. Great use of local seasonal ingredients in their dishes. The owner, Suhail is very friendly and attentive to his customers. I highly recommend Eleven College,

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    LinseyK

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great evening with good friends, excellent food, fun drinks, and beautiful outdoor seating. We were able to bring our dog (who is very well-behaved) and they were nice enough to bring water for him right away. The cheese plate at this place is always so, so good. The service was prompt and everything was delicious. The chef came and chatted with us too, which is always nice. Highly recommend!

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    North

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Jake was an excellent server. Very knowledgeable!

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    VeggieLover

    San Francisco

    79 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience3

    We sat on the patio. It was dark enough we had to use the flashlights on our phones to see the menus. The print on the menu is ridiculously small. Someone realized quickly though and turned on some outdoor lighting. We weren’t sure how the night would go after asking a question about the soup and just being told, it’s cauliflower. No added detail. Nothing. As a vegetarian, I wanted to know the base for the soup. The server seemed caught off guard. That aside, the food was delicious. We started with the cheese plate. I had squash enchiladas and my spouse had halibut. The service was very good. Even when there was a delay at the bar, they alerted us to it. With drinks, it was an expensive meal. Enough that we’d pause before returning. The main downside of the night was that another diner brought their two dogs. If they were well-behaved, we wouldn’t have cared. But they weren’t and it was disruptive. Given the caliber of the food, you’d expect a different ambiance.

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    KevinW

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience4

    Very disappointed that the restaurant took the ECA Burger off the main menu. They only offer it now before 5pm or after 8:30pm. I’m ok paying non-HH prices, but to not give the option during normal dinner service is frustrating…

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    AntoniaM

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall2food2service5ambience3

    The food was mediocre, at best. I wouldn’t go back. The service was great!

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall2food1service1ambience3

    Service was slow. We waited 20 minutes for the waiter to come to our table, for the first. Cheese Plate has two small pieces of cheese for $24. The iced item was watered. The rice was cold. The chicken on the Chicken and Waffles plate was over fired and the vegetables foe over done. 4% was automatically added to the bill for "employee wellness".

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    Candice

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Food, ambience, and service were good, but when we sat down at the table, there was a lot of short hair on the table with dust. Since it was so gross to look at, we cleaned it all with our wet towels. Otherwise, it was a good restaurant.

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    Bashley8

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience2

    We sat down at 5:15 and the restaurant was dead. We didn't get our food until 6:10... I got the lamb chop dish, which was very underwhelming and small for the $49 price. Our server was super sweet and attentive and kept apologizing for the wait. I was on the verge of walking out right before the food arrived. Pretty disappointing.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience4

    It was a wonderful evening. Very quiet on the patio and the food was delicious! The chef came out and talked to us and recommended different things. We will definitely go back!

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    Bill95032

    San Francisco

    114 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    114 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience3

    My wife and I enjoyed our Duck, cooked perfectly, and the Short Rib which also was delicious. Have been in the building many times before when it was Nick’s Next Door when it was always vibrant and it would be nice to get that atmosphere back. Last night it was quiet and hopefully many more people rediscover Eleven Collage Ave.

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    FoodMonster

    Central Coast

    26 reviews

    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience4

    Outdoor seating was nice. Service was attentive but there were not many people there when we went. The halibut dinner was very good. The salads were a bit soggy for us but fine. I’d skip the dessert, they sound good on the menu but were just ok. Overall it felt like the menu was limited in choices especially on the appetizers.

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    AmeliaBedilia

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing Short Ribs. Strong cocktails. Perfect Fall evening! Staff was attentive and recommended great drinks based on our preferences! Staff promptly brought me extra fresh, sliced bread for my charcuterie, warm from the oven, SO GOOD!

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