Eleven - Columbus

Eleven is located right next to the fantastic downtown Hyde Park steakhouse and can be seen as its more laid-back, bar-style counterpart. To be honest, I wasn't aware...

I visited this restaurant during happy hour, and I was pleasantly surprised by the variety on their menu. I ordered the beef sliders and calamari. While the calamari was good, I found the Asian sauce to be a bit too overpowering.

I had an excellent meal and drinks here the day after Valentine's Day. The service was also very good. I recommend taking advantage of the valet parking...

The burger was fantastic, and the atmosphere was lively. It's one of the few places I've ever come across that serves absinthe in the traditional manner, using the water drip and sugar cube method.

Over the past four years, I've visited this place multiple times, sometimes with friends and other times just with my partner, usually after dining at a nearby restaurant. It's an excellent spot to relax, chat, and enjoy drinks. I've encountered both good and outstanding servers, but never a bad one. The terrace is fantastic during the warmer months, and in winter, it's wise to arrive early to snag a seat by the fireplace. It has a romantic ambiance, especially earlier in the evening. Additionally, the small plates are sourced from the steakhouse, making them far superior to typical bar food. Even some of my picky friends were pleasantly surprised and satisfied with their selections.