CIRCA at Navy Yard

Black Star Dust

Wow! Terrible service. The mushroom bread was delicious!! However the service experience brought the whole Friday mood down to the ground. There was no host at the front when we walked in and place was pretty empty so we stood at the front but when no one came we decided to pick one of the many empty tables. Once we started to sit, we were quickly ushered away from our choice of seating by the bartender who yelled across the counter to us. I guess that’s one way to greet people. So we just kept going back towards the front door until it was suitable for them. At one point the server came to check on us and we Tried to order a second round of drinks but before we could get the order out, after uttering very rude words the server dashed away with a noticeably dismissive attitude. Completely uncomfortable with the way we were treated there. We still tipped 25% just for the sheer fact that we don’t like to waste people’s time, unlike our server Isaac. We thought maybe he was just having a bad day but when the couple (Caucasian) came in they were treated so kindly and respectfully. Hate to bring that into the equation but he clearly did not know them by the way he treated them and introduced himself. Not sure what it was with his attitude. On top of bad service they sat them directly next to us, which was uncomfortable given the circumstances of the pandemic, but since they were so close we could hear every detail of how he spoke to them which made it clear he was just being rude to us. Which is horrible since he is POC himself. The entire time we felt like unwanted guests. Do better. Nice atmosphere ruined by judgmental, attitude-having servers and bartenders.

Keya H

Great food and service. I have visited Circa countless times for brunch and dinner and I have always had a wonderful experience. No complaints. If you're considering visiting this restaurant...do it! You won't regret it.

Kelly M.

My husband and I went to eat dinner here and I loved the food so much that we went back the following week and I ordered the exact same thing - Pumpkin Ravioli. The best pumpkin ravioli I’ve ever had. The sauce was so delicious! The first time we went I got the pumpkin cheesecake (I know…that’s a lot of pumpkin) and it was good but I was so envious of my husband’s bread pudding so that’s what I got the second time and oh my goodness….it was the dreamiest dessert. I’ve since returned a third time and got the chicken sandwich which I thought was tasty as well. The food was actually so good that I’ve decided to host my friends for a chill baby shower brunch here. Updated to add that I did indeed host my friends for a baby shower brunch here and not only was the pricing fantastic for the private space in the back of the restaurant but the staff was so incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive. My friends arrived earlier than I did to set everything up and decorate the space and they told me that the staff treated them very well. The staff even all signed a baby shower card for me which was above and beyond anything I could’ve ever expected. And of course, the food and drink was delicious. I highly recommend hosting your event at Circa!

B Cavello - they, them

Great food. Outdoor seating is basically indoor, which kinda sucks if you have folks with COVID vulnerability. There is heating, but the patio space is a poorly-circulated, plastic-enclosed area, so would not recommend if you have more vulnerable health members in your party.