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Eleven

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50
Contemporary International Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer 11 Huguenot St, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa
4.7
(535 reviews)
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  • Romantic
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50

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Taking its name from the address on the historic town’s main road of Huguenot Street, Eleven offers global contemporary cuisine inspired by big themes. Here, in a chic, relaxed setting, industrial design employing wood, raw brick and burnt copper melds with the finesse of delicate flavours and extraordinary wines.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 14h30 - 18h00 - 21h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 14h30 - 18h00 - 21h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 14h30 - 18h00 - 21h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 14h30 - 18h00 - 21h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 14h30 - 18h00 - 21h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 14h30 - 18h00 - 21h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 14h30 - 18h00 - 21h00

Reviews (535)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.7
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.6
  • Virginie C. Dined: 5 days ago
    2.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 01 Jul 25
    Unfortunately, our experience at Eleven was quite disappointing. My husband specifically requested that his tomato soup be made without any pepper due to health reasons. Despite this, the dish arrived full of pepper. When we brought it up with the waiter, he went to speak to the chef and returned confidently insisting that there was no pepper, just the taste of blended tomato. Frankly, we both know the distinct taste of pepper, and instead of taking responsibility, the explanation felt dismissive and untruthful. A sincere acknowledgment and apology would have been far more appropriate. To make matters worse, my husband had ordered the beef cheek as his main course but was served beef brisket instead, with no prior notice or explanation. While the ambiance and concept of the restaurant were lovely, the handling of our concerns and the lack of accountability in service unfortunately overshadowed the experience.

  • Dieter B. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 22 Jun 25
    Good presentation, very good flavour, good texture of the beef, nice and competent service!!!

  • Astrid O. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 17 Jun 25
    We were the lucky few guest on a Sunday night. Very happy with our experience!

  • Liz R. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 17 Jun 25
    Lovely relaxed, calm ambience and delicious food. Intricate and interesting dishes.

  • Tanya R. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 17 Jun 25
    Portions especially the Sea Bass and Brisket are very small for what you charge. People are still hungry after the portion size. Setting is nice but not that warm. Some nice background music would be nice

  • Lindsey D. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Jun 25
    What a great experience! From the welcome at the door, to the lovely waiter, to the manager (or owner?) checking in - amazing hospitality. The food 10/10. Before our order arrived, we were given a tasty Amuse-bouche. We then had the Pan seared yellowtale, braised beef brisket both with the most delicious hassleback potatoes and Eton mess for dessert. Plenty of drinks to choose from but I would highly recommend the Lemongrass French 75. It was worth the morning trip from Cape Town and we will be back!

  • Jeffrey B. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 13 Jun 25
    The food was fine but not in comparison of other local places at the similar price point. We felt everything was slightly under seasoned so nothing stood out. Food was a little slow out of kitchen as it appeared two large parties were sat right before we arrived. Service needs a little more training for a fine dining experience. Server had to ask the chef about one of the appetizer when asked what it was and what it contained. I selected a glass of wine and the server came back said it was not available, however he didn’t follow-up with an alternative selection as expected. A wood burning fireplace at warmth to the space. However, the overall lighting is dim so we needed to use our phones to read the menu.

  • Josephine C. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 06 Jun 25
    Eleven strives to be a high end gastronomic destination, and mostly it succeeds. Amuse Bouche of biltong, olives and focaccia bread was good. Of our two starters, I preferred tuna carpaccio which was a straightforward Asian take while my husband preferred the springbok tartar. The raw springbok was roughly chopped rather than minced. The accompanying quail egg yolk dabs didn’t add a lot of flavor. On the main courses, we both agreed that the cured duck was by far the better choice. Curing give it a salted chewier texture. It was accompanied by a tasty carrot curry compote and tiny baby carrots. Unfortunately the yellow tail main course fell flat. It was fishy and overcooked. Only the corn chowder broth was delicious. Disappointing. Finally, the Eton Mess dessert, while very pretty to look at, I.e. not a mess at all, it was so deconstructed that all the flavors were separate instead of the meld it usually is. I was saddened to see a super hard meringue rather than chewy in the middle. You had to use real force to break the meringue which meant the layer of white chocolate smooshed out the sides immediately. Nice try.

  • Mark A. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
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