CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

4.6

3043 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

24 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Lively
Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

All of our CIRCA restaurants are neighborhood bistros serving delicious food and drinks. Each CIRCA is warm, inviting, and offers an energized social scene.

Whether dropping in for brunch, lunch, dinner — every meal is accompanied by an extensive wine list, including over 20 wine offerings by the glass and a seasonal cocktail list. Our patios are located on the best city corners for a vibrant dining experience. Join us and dine well!

Our patios accommodate service animals only.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 506-5589
Website
http://www.circabistros.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Ruben Rodriguez
Private party facilities
We have the ability to adapt our heated patio to meet your special event's needs. Our patio is the perfect space for hosting company happy hours, reunions, or just a great time with friends.Due to the set up of our dining room, it is difficult for us to create an entirely-private dining space. However, we have the ability to use our bar high-tops larger party needs indoors. Please reach out regarding your special event.

Location
2221 I St NW, Washington, DC 20037
Area
Foggy Bottom
Cross Street
I Street NW
Parking details
Public garage is located around the corner on 22nd Street between I Street NW and Pennsylvania Ave. Metered street parking is available in the neighborhood.
Public transit
Foggy Bottom Metro stop is located directly across the street, off the Orange and Blue lines.
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Soup of the DayUS$8.00
chef's daily selection
Pretzel LoafUS$8.00
warm pretzel loaf with whole grain mustard butter
Fried CalamariUS$17.00
cherry peppers, artichokes, olives, marinara, grilled lemon
Shotgun ShrimpUS$15.00
flash fried, sweet chili sauce, red bell pepper, broccolini, jicama slaw, pickled jalapeños, micro cilantro
Tuna Poke Nachos*US$18.50
sesame ginger marinade, wasabi avocado cream, tobiko, pickled ginger aioli, wonton chips, roasted nori + sesame seeds
Chicken WingsUS$18.00
spicy apricot chili glaze, carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing
HummusUS$15.00
choice of spiced Wagyu beef with pickled chilies and pine nuts OR za'atar spiced cauliflower with garlic toum and pine nuts served with housemade garlic naan
Wagyu Meatball SlidersUS$18.00
Garlic brioche, basil aioli, marinara, mozzarella. Contains pork
Brussels + BlueUS$13.50
flash fried, applewood smoked bacon, balsamic, blue cheese
Four Cheese MacaroniUS$13.00
cavatappi pasta, crispy prosciutto, herbed bread crumbs

Salads

Caesar*US$12.00
chopped romaine, freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, brioche crumble, caesar dressing
Parmesan KaleUS$12.00
baby kale, arugula. toasted sunflower seeds, carrots, marinated tomatoes, crushed crostini, parmesan vinaigrette
Veg + Quinoa BowlUS$17.00
baby kale, house pickled beets, avocado, marinated tomatoes, hummus, balsamic onions, sunflower seeds, fried goat cheese, grilled lemon, champagne vinaigrette
Blackened Chicken MangoUS$20.00
mixed greens, red grapes, mangoes, marinated tomatoes, cashews, dried cranberries, pickled ginger vinaigrette
Thai ShrimpUS$19.00
shotgun shrimp, mixed greens, napa cabbage, carrots, cucumber, red onion, marinated tomatoes, crispy wontons, micro cilantro, peanuts, Thai peanut vinaigrette
Salmon Salad*US$28.00
mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, pee wee potatoes, balsamic onions, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette
Steak Salad*US$29.00
7oz grilled sirloin, mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, grilled corn, balsamic grilled onions, blue cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Sesame Crusted Tuna*US$29.00
mixed greens, romaine, edamame, red onion, shredded carrots, cucumbers, avocado, marinated tomatoes, jicama, herbs, crispy wontons, creamy ginger dressing

Entrées

Sesame Seared Tuna*US$34.00
nori aioli, pickled ginger salsa, charred Japanese noodles, vegetable stir fry
Blackened Atlantic Salmon*US$29.00
wilted baby kale, mashed cauliflower, whole grain mustard sauce
JambalayaUS$26.00
penne pasta, shrimp, chicken, andouille sausage, scallions, diced tomatoes, chipotle cream sauce, Parmigiano-Reggiano
ScallopsUS$36.00
garlic + herb vegetable risotto, pickled onions, charred lemon emulsion
Chicken PaillardUS$25.00
angel hair pasta, roasted mushrooms, baby arugula, roasted red peppers, brown butter
Braised Short RibUS$38.00
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed baby spinach, red wine jus, crispy onions
Steak Frites*US$35.00
7oz grilled sirloin, chimichurri, blistered cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano + fresh herb french fries

Sandwiches

CIRCA Burger*US$18.00
Creekstone Farms beef, aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, scallion aioli, brioche bun, fries
Turkey BurgerUS$17.00
provolone, lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, habanero aioli, brioche bun, sweet potato fries
Grilled Chicken SandwichUS$19.00
provolone, arugula, roasted peppers, basil aioli, ciabatta, fries
Fried Chicken SandwichUS$18.00
lettuce, dill pickles, dill pickle aioli, brioche bun, sweet potato fries
Eggplant ParmesanUS$17.00
breaded eggplant, mozzarella, parsley, pesto, ciabatta bun

Flatbreads

Crushed Tomato MargheritaUS$15.00
hand crushed tomato sauce, basil, fresh mozzarella
Rustic ItalianUS$18.00
sopressata, local Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, mozzarella
Barbecue ChickenUS$18.00
barbecue sauce, slow roasted chicken, red onion, bacon, mozzarella
Wild MushroomUS$18.50
cremini, shiitake, portobello, + oyster mushrooms, arugula, pesto, truffle oil, mozzarella
Four Cheese SpinachUS$16.00
mozzarella, provolone, ricotta, goat cheese, garlic spinach

Sides

FriesUS$6.00
Sweet Potato FriesUS$7.00
Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$5.00
Seasonal VegUS$7.00

What 3,043 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

CIRCA at Foggy Bottom offers a convenient pre-Kennedy Center dining experience with a varied menu and "always great food and service." Patrons praise the "outstanding cocktails" and friendly, attentive staff. Outdoor seating is a hit, as is the "excellent ambience." While some reviews note occasional service lapses, the restaurant remains "a regular destination."

3,043 Reviews

C
Collin
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it and would go back!,.......................
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Ricki
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I ordered a salad with grilled salmon. The salad came without the salmon; two people came over to apologize and to tell me they comped the salmon. I was floored. This place exceeded my expectations in food and service. Wow. Can't recommend highly enough.
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Deyana
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, drinks and service were superb! I’ll be going back.
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Isabelle
VIP
Raleigh
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The hostess- Kate - and the others too were incredibly welcoming and every person working there made you feel like you mattered.
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Adrian
VIP
Washington DC
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great meal--the short rib melts in your mouth, the trout crust was wonderfully crispy, and the shrimp appetizer was packed with flavor.
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Michael
VIP
Greater Boston
104 reviews
4.0
104 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Excellent service and cocktail recommendations. Tuna was great as was bread pudding dessert. Ambiance ok.
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J
JANICE
Nashville
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My boyfriend and I had dinner here last ight and our meals were great!!! I had a kale salad ( couldn't get enough of it) and a burger which was very very juicy and seasoned well. My boyfriend had the jambalaya over angel hair pasta. He raved about it,,,and he is THE MOST difficult person to please let me tell you. We had patio seating which was enclosed but still cold. It was a bit uncomfortable and they couldn't move us inside even though there were tables available inside. We were told they were reserved ( get that) but no party showed up til we were leaving. All in all we enjoyed the food (little over priced) and the service was good. We would return for sure. However, if people are being seated in the patio area, when it's so cold outside, have a better heating system.
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Monique
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the few places with a heated patio where we could bring our pup. Service was excellent and food was on point. Happy to find this spot on our short vacation.
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E
Emily
Detroit
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 18 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went for a dinner with friends and it was nice, food was good, just a tad loud.
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kelly
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always wonderful service and a great menu. Considerate of our arrival time ( concert ended later) and flexible about seating arrangements. Circa is my go-to after the Kennedy Center.
CIRCA at Foggy BottomResponded on 26 November 2024
Thank you for your rating, Kelly! We appreciate your support and look forward to your next visit. All the best, Josh
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FAQs

CIRCA at Foggy Bottom offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 506-5589.

CIRCA at Foggy Bottom is rated 4.6 stars by 3043 OpenTable diners.

CIRCA at Foggy Bottom does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

24 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2221 I St NW, Washington, DC 20037

Additional information

Cross Street
I Street NW
Area
Foggy Bottom
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public garage is located around the corner on 22nd Street between I Street NW and Pennsylvania Ave. Metered street parking is available in the neighborhood.
Public transit
Foggy Bottom Metro stop is located directly across the street, off the Orange and Blue lines.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ruben Rodriguez
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.circabistros.com/
Phone number
(202) 506-5589
Private party facilities
We have the ability to adapt our heated patio to meet your special event's needs. Our patio is the perfect space for hosting company happy hours, reunions, or just a great time with friends.Due to the set up of our dining room, it is difficult for us to create an entirely-private dining space. However, we have the ability to use our bar high-tops larger party needs indoors. Please reach out regarding your special event.

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CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Washington, D.C. Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Gift card

Tuna Poke Nachos

Thai Shrimp

Sesame Crusted Tuna

Small Plates

Soup of the DayUS$8.00

Pretzel LoafUS$8.00

Fried CalamariUS$17.00

Shotgun ShrimpUS$15.00

Tuna Poke Nachos*US$18.50

Chicken WingsUS$18.00

HummusUS$15.00

Wagyu Meatball SlidersUS$18.00

Brussels + BlueUS$13.50

Four Cheese MacaroniUS$13.00

Salads

Caesar*US$12.00

Parmesan KaleUS$12.00

Veg + Quinoa BowlUS$17.00

Blackened Chicken MangoUS$20.00

Thai ShrimpUS$19.00

Salmon Salad*US$28.00

Steak Salad*US$29.00

Sesame Crusted Tuna*US$29.00

Entrées

Sesame Seared Tuna*US$34.00

Blackened Atlantic Salmon*US$29.00

JambalayaUS$26.00

ScallopsUS$36.00

Chicken PaillardUS$25.00

Braised Short RibUS$38.00

Steak Frites*US$35.00

Sandwiches

CIRCA Burger*US$18.00

Turkey BurgerUS$17.00

Grilled Chicken SandwichUS$19.00

Fried Chicken SandwichUS$18.00

Eggplant ParmesanUS$17.00

Flatbreads

Crushed Tomato MargheritaUS$15.00

Rustic ItalianUS$18.00

Barbecue ChickenUS$18.00

Wild MushroomUS$18.50

Four Cheese SpinachUS$16.00

Sides

FriesUS$6.00

Sweet Potato FriesUS$7.00

Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$5.00

Seasonal VegUS$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does CIRCA at Foggy Bottom offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is CIRCA at Foggy Bottom restaurant rated?

Does CIRCA at Foggy Bottom offer gift cards?

Is CIRCA at Foggy Bottom currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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