CIRCA at Navy Yard

4.7

1230 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

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!

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 863-9900
Website
http://www.circabistros.com/location/navy-yard/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Cristobal Guevara
Private party facilities
Visit our website, eatmhg.com, for private event inquiries.

Location
99 M St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Area
Navy Yard
Cross Street
First Street SE
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, 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
Wagyu Meatball SlidersUS$18.00
Garlic brioche, basil aioli, marinara, mozzarella. Contains pork
HummusUS$15.00
choice of spiced Wagyu beef with pickled chilies and pine nuts OR za'tar spiced cauliflower with garlic toum and pine nuts served with housemade garlic naan
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, side salad

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 1,230 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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CIRCA at Navy Yard boasts "delicious food" and "amazing drinks" complemented by attentive service. The wagyu meatball sliders and brunch burger receive high praise, while the vibrant atmosphere is a hit among diners. This "go-to restaurant" offers a diverse menu and exceptional hospitality, ensuring a memorable dining experience for all occasions.

1,230 Reviews

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James
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very accommodating and superb service. We were glad to be there.
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Paula
VIP
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just a great overall dining experience. Great value and delicious food. Everything hits right.
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Brandon
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The dining room was full for a crisp and cold Tuesday night dinner but we were seated fairly quickly. The crab soup was delicious along with the chicken sandwich. We had a blueberry cocktail that was also pretty refreshing.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience for our company dinner - our waitress made great dinner and drink recommendations.
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Llezelle
VIP
Richmond
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious & service was excellent. Will come back.
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Simone
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a very lovely dinner at Circa. The food was delicious. We ordered the calamari, shrimps and wings for appetizers, which were all very good. For main courses, we selected the tuna poke nachos, short ribs, jambalaya pasta, and scallops. All of the dishes were outstanding except for the scallops with risotto. The scallops were great, but the risotto was undercooked. We told the waiter, and he said he would share that with the chef, which we didn't think would really happen, but he came back and said the chef acknowledged that the risotto was undercooked. The manager gave us desserts on the house, which we thought was a great way to compensate for the undercooked risotto. Other than that, everything was outstanding, including the desserts (the bread pudding was the best I ever had), service, and atmosphere. I would highly recommend this restaurant for date night or a family dinner.
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Charles
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Choose Circ to dine with my Family for my birthday and they were so accommodating and helpful! I really appreciate the staff and management at this location. Thanks for making my time with you all so special.
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Matthew
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Me and my wife had a great time and she loved the shotgun shrimp and burgers.
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Rachel
VIP
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Naja was a wonderful server and food was delicious
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Michael
Washington DC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 2 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had read good things and wanted to give Circa a try. Reasonably good wines by the glass and a nice menu with plenty of options. We'll be back.
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FAQs

CIRCA at Navy Yard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 863-9900.

CIRCA at Navy Yard is rated 4.7 stars by 1230 OpenTable diners.

CIRCA at Navy Yard 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.

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

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99 M St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
First Street SE
Area
Navy Yard
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Cristobal Guevara
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.circabistros.com/location/navy-yard/
Phone number
(202) 863-9900
Private party facilities
Visit our website, eatmhg.com, for private event inquiries.

Gift card

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CIRCA at Navy Yard

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Tuna Poke Nachos

Brioche Bread Pudding

Waldorf Salad

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

Wagyu Meatball SlidersUS$18.00

HummusUS$15.00

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 Navy Yard offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is CIRCA at Navy Yard restaurant rated?

Does CIRCA at Navy Yard offer gift cards?

Is CIRCA at Navy Yard currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card