Eleven at Crystal Bridges

American restaurant · Bentonville

Eleven at Crystal Bridges

American restaurant · Bentonville

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600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712

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A chic café boasting a stunning wooden roof and vast windows, Eleven serves up fresh, seasonal bites with a picturesque view of the lake.  

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600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712 Get directions

crystalbridges.org
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600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712 Get directions

+1 479 418 5700
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"Normally, you don’t go to a museum for stomach-related reasons. But Eleven at Crystal Bridges’s American food is just as exciting as its collection of iconic American art. Unless, of course, you’re not interested in eating grilled cheese in the wood-vaulted entrance hall, with bowed glass walls overlooking the forest and courtyard ponds. Plan on stopping by for lunch, when they have a good wine selection and solid salads and sandwiches. They also host more upscale prix fixe dinners Thursday and Friday, but you’ll need to make a reservation at least 48 hours in advance for those." - ryan bernsten

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Eleven at Crystal Bridges Review - Bentonville - The Infatuation

"Normally, you don’t go to a museum for stomach-related reasons. But Eleven at Crystal Bridges’s American food is just as exciting as its collection of iconic American art. Unless, of course, you’re not interested in eating grilled cheese in the wood-vaulted entrance hall, with bowed glass walls overlooking the forest and courtyard ponds. Plan on stopping by for lunch, when they have a good wine selection and solid salads and sandwiches. They also host more upscale prix fixe dinners Thursday and Friday, but you’ll need to make a reservation at least 48 hours in advance for those." - Ryan Bernsten

https://www.theinfatuation.com/bentonville/reviews/eleven-at-crystal-bridges
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Meghan Norris

Google
A very scenic lunch spot at the museum. The menu is very diverse with vegan, gluten-free, and vegetarian options. The menu changes seasonally so be sure to check the menu online before you go. This season, they have a cucumber and avocado crunch sandwich with a GF bun which was very good. Very refreshing and light. I’ve had multiple different dishes here and have yet to be disappointed. The atmosphere also can’t be beat as it’s at the art museum.

Ellen Gray

Google
Beautiful place but food was disgusting! Grilled cheese was bad, fries were hit and food, corn bread was not edible and we threw it out! Wasn't even cooked properly and was mushy.

Marat Nizberg

Google
Beautiful space inside the museum. Coffee and croissants were delicious. Great prices

Cami Ward

Google
A great place to grab a bite while at the museum. The chicken and waffle sandwich was super tasty, the staff was friendly, and you can’t beat the view in the dining hall.

Matt Robb

Google
Love Eleven, great food. The grits and pulled pork are delicious. Not Cheap but very convenient and quick svc. Crystal Bridges is a great place to hang...love their coffee bar as well. Nice Job Walton Family!!!

Roque

Google
Skip the Ratattouille. First, I was disappointed in the size of this entree. I got no sides with it, so I had to go somewhere else to get more food. A piece of bread should have come with it or something. Second, the food came out too quickly to be freshly made, and it was lukewarm so if they microwaved it, they didn’t do it long enough. Lastly, several pieces of squash rind in the dish were unpleasantly hard and crunchy. I was forced to tip when I ordered and sorry that I did.

Madison Boyer

Google
My aunt scheduled a fancy evening with a 5 course meal for my family and my self. We were served by Sierra and she was excellent and took care of us. Awesome customer service, 10/10/10 give her all the raises. The mock tail was delicious, the wine was delicious, the lake view is beautiful. All the food was so good, I missed the 4th course due to not eating red meat but the 3rd had fish so I still got some protein. It’s an excellent time, excellent food, really fun.

Mayur Patel

Google
It's a great experience to have a meal at Crystal Bridges. The menu is varied, but somewhat limited in terms of vegetarian options. The caprese was okay, but the bread was a bit tough. The cornbread that came with the sandwich was delicious. I would recommend dining here even just for the experience!
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Kathy O.

Yelp
We dined here after touring the Crystal Bridges Museum. This restaurant integrates well with the other phases of the museum. Spacious glassed in dining room over the water on both sides. Service is prompt. Order and pay at counter. They deliver to your table. Staff helpful. Prices commiserate with generous portions. We had crispy walleye sandwich with fries(which are crispy even when cooled down), the eleven burger, and side salad, sweet potato ginger soup and salad and gluten free bread.
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Julie S.

Yelp
I was surprised with the diverse menu of Eleven. I ordered a cup of the soup of the day which was chili and the little gem salad. They had four salad options that all sounded good and you could add a protein (chicken or salmon) for extra. Plus sandwiches/burgers and a few entrees. I liked how the menu has a variety so you could have a smaller or lighter entree if you like. I did think though as a group of four - our food all came out at different times. I don't know what the kitchen situation is like but probably it would be good to all order at once if you all wanted to eat at the same time! The dining room is beautiful - it was lovely to sit there and eat and look out over the water.
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Camillia E.

Yelp
Been here many times but this is the first for lunch at the coffee bar. Staff were great and plenty of seating. Paid $10 for a wrap that was pretty hearty and delicious honestly. The view is fantastic but had I know they had more/better options at Eleven I would have gone there.
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Hunter S.

Yelp
This restaurant is inside the crystal bridges museum in Bentonville. The architecture is beautiful, as are the views, but the food is just average. I got a veggie melt, which was soggy. All sandwiches come with shoestring fries, also soggy and cold. There were several sandwiches, including a turkey melt, grilled cheese, and a Reuben. It's basically a service where you order at the counter, take a number, and wait for your food. The people serving the food try to do the best with what they have. It was crowded the day I went, so seating was tough. The high top tables they have are ridiculous and difficult to manage for a 5'2 person like myself. Expensive for what it is, but that's expected from a cafe inside a museum. If you're at the museum, you're probably going to eat there anyway as a captive population.
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Lowell C.

Yelp
I had the kale quinoa salad today. The kale had not been "worked" enough so it was tough and bitter. The quinoa was a very light sprinkle on the salad. It needed more dressing. I would not order again. I do often have their soup and it is always great.
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Amanda R.

Yelp
Had a great lunch during our day at Crystal Bridges! You order at the counter and then they bring you your food. Everything looked good to us, so we asked the cashier what he recommended. We got the fried fish sandwich with fries and a side salad and everything was delish! A great stop if spending time at Crystal Bridges
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Debra K.

Yelp
We stopped to rest and have lunch on a Sunday while touring the museum and grounds. At lunch, you order at the counter and food is delivered to your table. We were glad to see that Black Apple hibiscus cider was an option. The brunch menu was still up so we ordered the brisket hash, the wedge salad, and the ancient grains. The hash was a standout!!!!! Really delicious. (I stole a couple of bites.) My grain salad was delicious as well. The Wedge was OK. Dessert offerings looked a bit sparse. I would not hesitate to eat lunch at this museum restaurant!
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Lauren H.

Yelp
Ambiance Beautiful cafe located inside of Crystal Bridges Art Museum. Time of Day Thursday Lunchtime Note: They were setting up for an event while we were finishing our meal and did not rush us in anyway once we finished eating. Food Fries were salty. Catfish sandwich was just okay, I enjoyed the cornbread much more! *vegetarian options available Overall I would return to try more items on the menu.
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Geri G.

Yelp
First, great coffee. The potato cauliflower soup was good too and scalding hot. What was not good was the service: perfunctory with a side of snarkiness. No hello, no smile, no thank yous, neither from the cashier, nor the barista. No bueno. But as it's the only place to eat at the lovely Crystal Bridges Art Museum except for the pretzel cart outside, you're kind of stuck. There's great coffee and good soup served elsewhere with a smile though so next time I'll just wait.
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Erin L.

Yelp
Inside the Crystal Bridges Museum; there's a dining hall that has windows all around and beautiful architecture overhead I was tempted to give this a 3 star actually because as the other reviewers said, pretty limited selection of food and a little pricey. However, the inside is very nice and my friends had a decent lunch that wasn't too crowded but felt on the fancier side of the museum. Also if you grab a table, the ladies that brought us food were so sweet! I wanted to hug them! My eleven burger was pretty filling - I would like to remark that the cheese on this burger was memorable. Simple melted white cheese but I think it was thinner than most and it tasted really good with the patty
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Rob H.

Yelp
Valentines dinner February 2020. Pre-set menu and we ordered weeks in advance when we reserved our table. Overall we had a good experience. We dined with two other couples and we able to try several items. Course one: Butter Lettuce Salad. Salad was good but not a lot of taste but I did enjoy it. Course Two: Root Vegetable Melange. Loved this item. The fresh beets made the dish for me. Another person in our group did not like the beets so I enjoyed hers also. Course Three: Pan Seared Salmon. Excellent. Loved every bit of it. Salmon had lots of flavor. Course four: Peanut Butter Chocolate Bombe Cake. I'm not a big sweet eater but this cake was amazing. Loved the taste of it and could've had a second please. Overall great meal and great evening. Service was good and all the tables were socially distanced. Atmosphere is always good.

Mark B.

Yelp
I came here for the happy hour. The food was not happy at all. It was rubbery, chicken, wings, lukewarm temperature, and no wet wipes to wipe your hands afterwards you have to walk downstairs to get to the bathroom to wash your hands. It was a pretty poor attempt for a happy hour, but at least your drinks are OK
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Angie W.

Yelp
We ate at eleven since we were already at Crystal bridges. The dining room is casual, but the views are so pretty. I love the giant windows on each side where you can look out. They have a good sized menu. I wasn't totally impressed with their chicken salad, especially since they're were were only two crostini's that came with it and the majority of the fruit was rotten. I would eat here again if at Crystal bridges, but it's not something I'd seek out.
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Genevieve B.

Yelp
Had lunch here last month with my wife and the food was fine, we had an 11 burger and a Ruben, but the service was pretty disappointing. The lady who was our waitress seemed to really not like us for some reason. Louis or Louise I can't remember cause she said it so fast before walking away quickly. At first we just thought maybe she was having a hard shift but she continuously cut us off and walked away when we were trying to get her attention. It seemed like she was trying to rush us out and kept asking if we wanted for her to take our plates away while we were still eating. When she brought us our check she waited by the table until I got my card out to pay which I thought was very rude. Might come back but will definitely ask for a different server.
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Laurel S.

Yelp
Not a bad place to grab a light lunch and glass of wine while at the museum. I wouldn't want to fill up here though because there are so many great restaurants in Bentonville! I had the kids chicken strips and fries and a glass of sauv blanc. The wine was surprisingly good, I wasn't familiar with the winery. The fries are sooooo good. Kind of truffly.
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Elaine M.

Yelp
We arrived at the Crystal Bridges cafe in time for a late lunch before starting our exploration of the museum. This is walk up and order place. They will give you a number to take to your table and then deliver the food. The setting is very lovely and we able to get a table by the window overlooking the water. Daughter and I both ordered the same lunch. A Nicoise salad with grilled salmon. We thought it odd that it didn't have either olives or tuna. A bit nontraditional. It did have the green beans, egg and potatoes. The salad dressing was very good. The salmon had really nice flavor though a tad over cooked. I did think the prices on high side. It was over $40 for two salads and two soft drinks.
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Sara S.

Yelp
I have been here twice for brunch and both times the food was just okay. I have had a reservation both times, so I did not have to worry about waiting for a table, but it does not seem to be a long wait for a table. The food selection is just okay. Maybe I am picky because I have been to many Sunday buffet brunches in Southern California but this is just different. The selection is pretty small and the food is just okay. One time I went they did not have the mimosa bar which was part of the reason I wanted to come with family is for that. The servers are kind and helpful. The place itself is clean since it is in a museum.
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Jackie F.

Yelp
Updating my review because I've never eaten here for lunch (only brunch). At brunch there's table service. At lunch, you order & pay at the counter then the food is brought to you. All of the napkins, silverware & glasses are located at the counter, as well as the drink station, so it's pretty congested. Variety is limited: burgers, salads, - nothing was a standout. My salad dressing was forgotten so had retrieve it myself because there's no servers. The burgers that everyone else in my party ordered were just "ok". Rather than chips, you can choose between a white bean salad or potato salad which would have been better if the potatoes were cooked all the way (had a good flavor- dill). Probably the most disappointing niçoise salad I've eaten. Not very large and the salmon was overdone and hard. I picked out 1 of the 2 pieces of tomatoes because it was brown. Dislike the salt & pepper shakers! I know that's so picky but it's a museum so they're meant to be aesthetically pleasing and are not functional. Don't bother. Will only eat here for brunch & thank goodness I carry salt & pepper packets in my purse.
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Dina P.

Yelp
The restaurant in Crystal Bridges is amazing. We had octopus and grits as an appetizer which was delicious. The cornbread and sweet cutter that comes with your meal melts in your mouth. The steak was yummy. The veggies are served family style. although, there is an extra charge, we suggest getting the mushrooms. We will definitely come back

Julia B.

Yelp
The food is always good whether it's a small snack or a meal. The view can't be beat and the is no more beautiful place to wander before or after dining. Beverages from morning coffee to evening cocktail are all terrific. Staff is attentive and friendly.
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Barbara P.

Yelp
I loved "Eleven" last year. So when I returned to Bentonville and the amazing world-class Crystal Bridges Museum, I had to eat in their fabulous restaurant again! We arrived early so we could enjoy Culture Hour...live music and lower prices on wine and appetizers on Fridays from 5-7. So we started with their Malbec wine from France and their Bruschetta made with figs, Gorgonzola and walnuts...nice! For dinner I enjoyed the Shrimp and Grits....a great choice. It included gulf shrimp and andouille sausage over grits made with smoked Gouda and chives....so very good! During the entire Friday evening we enjoyed live music in an amazing setting. The architecture of the restaurant is a special treat in itself. If you plan to visit the Museum, be sure to make a reservation for dinner at Eleven....a perfect day!
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Maria A.

Yelp
For a restaurant at a museum, this is an amazing choice. Far be it from the regular fast food fare, you'll be impressed! The lentil soup was delicious. The ancient grains salad was yummy as well especially with the addition of a good portion of chicken. A little on the pricey side, but the surroundings are just as amazing as the food.
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Ruth B.

Yelp
Had lunch here between exhibits at the museum. Short menu but nice choices. Not much for vegans. I had shrimp and grits which was almost too pretty to eat. Friend had the really good trout Club sandwich. A couple glasses of champagne and the bill was over $50 before tip. Not inexpensive but a lovely venue and great break.
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Kerim R.

Yelp
Food is good. Not spectacular but good. Why a 5 star rating you ask? Because of the atmosphere. For me, atmosphere is part of the experience. I will forgive a crap hole is it's got good food. I will also forgive "ok" or "just good" food if it's got an amazing atmosphere. Just look at the photos.
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Tanisha M.

Yelp
Everything on the buffet was over-cooked or burnt--even when they replenished the food it just tasted old. The bacon was old. The quiche was hard. The chicken was greasy and flavorless. There were a few safer items to eat: shrimp and grits, cheesy potatoes, the collard greens, and the goat cheese arugula salad (which was my favorite thing on my plate--salad). My friend even said the pancakes were dry and stiff. It was $24 for the buffet and the only truly edible items were on the cold bar--salads and fruit. The pricing wouldn't have been bad if the food was better. I can't say I'll make the drive for this brunch or any other meal at the museum. I hate to say it, but they might need to focus on the exhibits and the other presentations because the museum is beautiful--just not a good food experience.
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Summer C.

Yelp
I've been here once for lunch and will be back many, many times. It was delicious!! CUSTOMER SERVICE/WAIT: I came here on a Thursday around lunch time. There is plenty of seating in the restaurant area, so we were able to find a seat no problem. To order, you have to get in line and order at the cashier. The two employees behind the counter were very helpful and nice. Once you order, you sit down and place your number on your table and they bring the food out to you. The food came out within a reasonable amount of time. Overall, the customer service of the employees I encountered was great. FOOD: This was the best part to me because I love good food. It was one of those times when you are sad that your food is all gone. I ordered the "pho" dog - 1/4 lb all-beef frank, Thai basil, mint, cilantro, mung bean sprouts, jalapenos, Hoisin glaze, and Sriracha-lime aioli on a poppy seed and roasted onion bun. So many delicious flavors in one amazing dish! My husband had the special and it was a Chicken Tikka Marsala. I had a bite and it was delicious. My daughter had the kids Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Grapes and loved it. LOCATION: This restaurant is located inside the Crystal Bridges Museum. It has floor to ceiling windows overlooking the water - such a beautiful view. Overall, I love this place and will be coming back many times.
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Lisa R.

Yelp
I throughly enjoyed my dinner at Eleven. Of course the atmosphere can't be beat. It's such a beautiful space. The beef tenderloin was cooked just right at medium rare and was so tender. The hubs had the market fish and it was also delicious. The seasonings were diverse, but not overwhelming. Mary was a great server. All in all a good evening.
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Tulsa Z.

Yelp
Like a Giant, Walmart Snackbar, only better... Arrived at the Crystal Bridges Museum around 11:15, shortly after they opened. Toured some galleries first and then ate around noon. Eleven is in a giant, domed, glass-enclosed building with attentive staff. Food stations are at either end and you order your food there, get a number, choose a table and try to make conversation in the midst of the huge, and very noisy crowd surrounding you. The food was very good and prices reasonable, It's an upscale snack bar for the masses. If you'd like to be waited upon, hear yourself think and enjoy a bar service, you can walk, ride, or drive the short distance into Bentonville where there are very good restaurant options...

Mary Ann S.

Yelp
When friends found out we were going to Crystal Bridges, they recommended we eat at the restaurant there. While it is a very nice setting, the food left much to be desired. I ordered one of the specialty dishes (chicken salad), and it was horrible! I love chicken salad and order it out often, as well as making it at home, but this resembled nothing I've ever had before. My first bite should have been my sign to go no further. I got a huge piece of tendon from a chicken leg. Upon future bites I realized that it was made from nearly all dark meat chicken. In addition to the dark meat it had no flavor except a few bites of onion and almost no mayonnaise. It would have been dry except the dark meat chicken is fatty, so that made it moist! I should have taken it back to the check out (there is no service other then the person dropping off your food). If someone had come to the table to check on us I would have reported the issue and gotten something else. In addition, I wish I had a photo of my plate. A "bunch" of grapes accompanied the chicken salad, and what I got was a stem with a very few small grapes hanging on it. You know how when grapes get old they start falling off the stem, well most had let loose and I got the stem! On a positive note, my husband seemed to enjoy his shrimp and grits. I thought it was a strange combination with pesto drizzled around on the grits, but he liked it. We toured the downtown area and there appears to be many interesting looking restaurants there. Next time I visit I will probably leave the museum and go downtown. It's not far and you can always go back after eating.
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Dallie R.

Yelp
This is a hidden gem located inside the Crystal Bridges Museum. During the day it serves as the museum's snack and dining area. At night they block it off and dress it up a little and turn it into a lovely fine dining restaurant. The service was very good. Our server was a little harried at first with several tables but once she realized she had missed a couple of things she stepped it up and kept up very nicely. The cocktails were very good. Their drink menu was interesting and although standard drinks were available we ordered their specialty drinks and enjoyed them thoroughly. The food was equally enjoyable. Very fresh, well prepared and well presented. It is definitely a place worth trying out and returning to!
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Bobby M.

Yelp
A two part review for Eleven and it's Coffee Bar coming right up! But not necessarily in that order. Eleven is located off the main museum entrance at the center of Crystal Bridges. It's in an open space and overlooks the small body of water that sits between it and the grand hall that adorns the grounds. As you're making your way to the actual restaurant space you pass Coffee Bar at Eleven. It offers some standard coffee selections as well as some creative and flavored types as well. I went with the Macchiato once and then again at the beginning of my second visit. The first time it was the beans, and after talking with Kurt, a seasoned coffee artist, I was able to enjoy my Macchiato. The beans are bright with citrus and other notes but heavy on the acidity. He dropped the temperature of the steam slightly. Added just a small amount of water and then used half and half for the foam. The man hit the flavor profile I was looking for and it was fantastic. Above and beyond and I can't thank him enough. At the end of the Bachman-Wilson House tour we made our way back and decided to dine at the actual restaurant that is Eleven. You order upfront and then one of the wonderful staff will deliver your food. With two separate lines for Members and Nonmembers you would think that there's no hope for us Nonmembers, but it wasn't the case and we were quickly greeted with a smile. The menu is short and focused with many options for those with and without food allergies. I chose to go vegetarian with it all and selected the Beans and Cornbread. It was everything I expected and more. It was far from traditional but was a fine representation and very much delicious. A long and two part review all to say that you should eat here and that it's definitely worth your time. Take a moment to enjoy the view and enjoy the food at Eleven. There's a reason it's here and it's successful. Now just take the time to find out why.

Melissa D.

Yelp
I know it doesn't sound exciting but their turkey melt was great! They put grilled onion and bacon on the sandwich and it was delicious. I had a side of cornbread and it was good too. The kids grilled cheese was no joke either. The whole family was happy with their food and that's a win for me!

Don C.

Yelp
Call before you go! Bummed- wife wanted something different. Looked up hours and menu and planned trip (30 min drive) for the bar and bites happy hour (4-630) - we arrived around 545 and there was no one in the service area - noticed several tables were roped off and a sign stating it was a private party. Had to hunt for some one to ask about food and drinks - had a lady at the info desk basically brush us off and tell us we could grab a drink at the coffee bar. Not unprofessional but just apathetic and unconcerned with our inconvenience. Stated that the website shows them open- they didn't care. Would think that with all that sophistication and intellectual horsepower they could update the website and save us the drive. Used to go and loved the shrimp and grits but will not be back. Very inconvenient and inconsiderate.
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Dan M.

Yelp
I was not expecting much from a museum food place, but the food options were surprisingly nice, hearty and fresh. The white beans and cornbread is a nice serving, and the soup of the day was a vegetable soup and cornbread which was perfect for the cold day we visited. We also shared the Autumn Harvest salad which was quite healthy and ample for two to share. The dining hall is spacious and has nice wood ceiling and large windows to view the grounds. Definitely worth getting a snack while you are at the museum. The kids menu looked good with PB&J, Grilled cheese and a kid sized burger. They had beer and wine too.
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Brooke S.

Yelp
Beautiful atmosphere for a meal and walk through the art galleries or gardens. But the food is mediocre. We went for dinner and brunch. Brunch was underwhelming--the food was cold, salty, and lacked any gluten free dessert options. Mimosas are 5 bucks each and coffee/soda is included with the brunch price. The brunch is an all you can eat buffet so come hungry! I wish they had more gluten free options and the food had been fresher.
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Chris F.

Yelp
A fantastic setting and fantastic food. I loved the Eleven burger. Great service and definitely worth checking out when visiting Crystal Bridges.
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Elizabeth G.

Yelp
Eleven is the museum restaurant at Crystal Bridges. I ate here yesterday at lunch time and then came back for brunch today (Sunday) before viewing the rest of the collection at this great museum. Lunch is a walk in and order at the counter (they bring it to you table) whole brunch is a regular sit-down, table cloth and cloth napkin operation. Reservations are advisable for brunch. (They also open for dinner twice a week, but I wasn't able to make either of those evenings, alas.) Everything was excellent at both levels. Loved the white beans and corn bread at lunch, and the smoked trout club for brunch was excellent. There's a small but decent wine list and various desserts - in this case we had a sort of hot chocolate soufflé with ice cream and caramel sauce, which was perfect on this rainy day. Good service was a plus.
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Maria M.

Yelp
A bit overpriced and not too tasty at $12 a plate for a burger or chicken sandwich with chips. I do consider this a worthy donation to the museum, but the quality is still overall 3 stars. Sorry Christal Bridges. The free waters were nice and in a nice glass.
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John K.

Yelp
Eleven is the restaurant at Crystal Bridges Art Museum and it's pretty good.It gets real crowded and I think seating could be an issue. It's not especially easy when you're in the museum to go out to eat and come back. It's not like in Chicago where you can just walk across the street when you're at the art museum.The set up is you order the food and they bring to your table. How they find your table mystifies me but they do. The food is decent. I had a catfish PO Boy and a local beer.I wouldn't go out of my way to go here but when your there , they do ok by you.
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Sharon R.

Yelp
terrible lunch. Chicken sandwich dry and charred. Pannini was just a bun with unmelted cheese - not even pressed. Certainly not up to the standard of the museum as a whole
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Amanda H.

Yelp
Eleven is a restaurant with an incredible view. It is very centered on atmosphere and the food is good. All of the ingredients taste fresh. I really like the chicharones nachos. They also have pacing menu that go along with the art at crystal bridges. The tres leches cake was also the bomb! Good service! Jess was very friendly and kind.
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Linda B.

Yelp
We planned a brunch at Eleven during our visit to Crystal Bridges Museum. The setting is simply breathtaking with the floor to ceiling windows set in NW Arkansas. With the beautiful trees and view of the unique museum architecture and water, it offers a relaxing setting to enjoy your meal. We ordered the vegetable quiche and found it to be a wonderful brunch offering. With a nice mixed green salad on the side, our appetites were satisfied without leaving us overly full and we continued With our museum tour. We expected it to be loud and echo-y, but we were pleasantly surprised that it is not at at all loud. It did seem a little odd that one of the museum wings exits into the back of the restaurant. On a day with larger crowds, this might create distractions, but it was not so on a weekday visit
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Lonnie S.

Yelp
Looking to do something special for Valentine's Day I found a Valentine's Day Brunch at Eleven online that included 2 courses (meal and a desert). Reservations were required. When I called they said 2PM was all they had left. I expressed 2PM seemed late for a brunch but took the reservation. When we arrived the host gave us menus. Puzzled I asked the server about the Valentine's Brunch. She said that was sold out within 45 minutes (before 11). My wife ordered the quiche and I ordered the spinach salad, adding the chicken for an additional $5. Both meals were delivered quickly. The quiche was cold but the salad was good. Overall I feel like Eleven (and therefore Crystal Bridges) missed the game for Valentine's Day.
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Emily J.

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We had lunch and a glass of wine here after viewing the main collection and prior to checking out the temporary collections and the art trail. This is a wonderful place to sit, take a break, and grab a snack. They have a decent wine selection. I can't remember the specific wine that I enjoyed but it was a nice, crisp white. They were fairly busy but we found a table for five no problem. I opted for the sausage and eggplant soup and a caesar salad. The soup was a nice sized portion and flavorful, similar to an Italian wedding soup. I couldn't really distinguish the eggplant from the rest of the soup so I'm not sure how much it added to the dish. The caesar salad was very good, extremely garlic heavy, but good. The seating for Eleven is wonderful because it is in the center of the building, almost completely surrounded by floor to ceiling windows with views of water and much of the gorgeous architecture of the museum.
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Jessica T.

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I love the ambiance of this place. We went to dinner on a Friday night, they have live entertainment from 5 to 7. The food was really good. Everything tasted great. Although he wasn't our waiter(i wish he would have been), Jess was very polite and attentive. He went around the tables refilling peoples drinks. Our waitress was okay but not amazing. Great date night. Very romantic.
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Gil W.

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Note this rating is based on several weekday lunch visits. Where else in this area can you have a decent, reasonably priced lunch in a beautiful setting, and still have time to see a few pieces of world-class art before going back to the office? 11 has a limited menu, but the offerings are generally quite good, and brought out to your table fairly quickly. I've only tried a few of the lunch entrees here, including the hamburger and banh mi sandwich. Both were quite good, and came with fruit on the side. You can also enjoy an adult beverage, if you're in the mood. Definitely worth checking out, esp. if you're visiting the museum.
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Janna B.

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I expected much more bacon and cheese on on $14 wedge salad! Since they had a tip box and room on the credit card for a tip I expected silverware to be delivered with my lunch. Instead just shrugged shoulders so I had to leave my stuff to get it. Food is good but way way way overpriced.
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Jes S.

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Went for late dessert at the museum. Chocolate mousse/pretzel/marshmallow dessert was amazing. It took a while as it was their opening night. They use onyx coffee. It was delicious. Ambiance is lovely as you can lookout to see the museum.
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Alexandra R.

Yelp
I'm a little shocked at the reviewer below who thinks they had a "Hillbilly" bahn mi. It is in fact called the Ozark bahn mi, and I'd bet that no menu item here was ever called a hillbilly anything. Crystal Bridges is far too elegant for that. Eleven offers a fantastic dining room and a decent dining experience at fair prices. IN keeping with the friendly tone of Bentonville, while we waited in line, folks ahead of us passed menus back so we could peruse the selections before landing at the counter. While far from being a traditional bahn me, I did enjoy my sandwich. I did miss the pickled daikon and carrot, plus cilantro that usualy accompanies a bahn mi. But the pulled pork was extremely tender, and the pickle and hot pepper improved the flavor. My husband enjoyed the Eleven burger.