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Cafe Circa
We welcome you to Café Circa, Downtown Atlanta’s chic and swanky place to SAVOR, INDULGE and BE. We offer you a casually sophisticated environment that uniquely merges classic style and modern elements with scrumptious signature menu items and a premium bar offering a list of specialty drinks, creative cocktails, and martinis for every taste. Come relax in our ultra lounge atmosphere where an eclectic menu with exotic international flavors awaits you. Café Circa prepares light, fresh and deliciously seasoned food with a Caribbean Latin twist to surely satisfy your palate – empanadas, an array of crisp hearty salads, sautéed and spicy seafood, and an assortment of delectable desserts just to name a few of the various appetizing selections. Listen to our live music, sip on a drink, enjoy a tasty bite to eat during lunchtime, after work, or late at night. We invite you to experience Café Circa… SAVOR. INDULGE. BE.
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51 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 51 reviews
5 stars
(18)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- hot spot(24)
- late-night find(23)
- neighborhood gem(22)
- fit for foodies(20)
- special occasion(20)
- vibrant bar scene(19)
Cafe Circa Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
a night for me and my bff
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Glad I was advised to make reservations! Very popular place. Food very good. Grreat hangout spot."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Loud Party spoil my experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and venue were great, but this was the second time going and tables were unstable and the groups that they host were loud and you could not hear the person sitting across the table from you."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 3 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good vibe though, as others
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good vibe though, as others have stated, it can be a bit noisy but not in an annoying way. We chatted with the table next to us and had an enjoyable evening. Highly recommended but be prepared for higher than average drink prices."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 4 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth a 2nd Chance!!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time visit and thought it is a nice cozy spot to hang out with friends during Happy Hours. Strongly advise to come early for parking is very limited. Service was very good. Loved the Roof Top setting w/ DJ!. Salmon cakes & wings appetizers were awesome!! Dessert was disappointing. Cinnamon & nutmeg was too overpowering in the peach cobbler. Had the Red Snapper with grits & string beans for our entree. Fish & grits were good but VERY salty!!! Stunned that the head chef would allow this to happen; where's the kitchen quality check!? I mentioned to the waiter about the salty food, she quickly apologized and asked to have it remade. Unfortunate, it was getting late & I couldn't wait. I believe it's worth another chance & will go again"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent date to take your wife
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Me and my wife had an awesome time,excellent service, excellent food,I will recommend Cafe Circa to friend we will be back."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 6 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I used a groupon during my
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I used a groupon during my visit. Cafe Circa automatically added an 18% graturity for 2 people. I did not like thise. I would have tipped the appropriate amount on the value. I have purchased coupons at other establishments and never had to happen before. I will have to rethink whether I will ever purchase a paid groupon for this restaurant. Also the bottle of wine I requested was not available - find that hard to believe when its on the menu. Also I ask not to be sitted at a high top table because of knee issues. Restrarant was not accomodating and said the lower tables are being held for guests who need to put two tables together. SO the overall service is bordeline good."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
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Review 7 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent service!! And the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service!! And the food, superb!!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great place to eat, relax
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great place to eat, relax and listen to music. Dinner and bar are both phenomenal!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find
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Review 9 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great location and atmosphere.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great location and atmosphere. They offer cigars so that was an extra bonus for me. The rooftop deck was great. They have these huge heaters that makes it feel real comfortable on a chilly night. The only thing that bothered me was the time it took to place our food order. Our food came before our drinks, which is a big NO NO for me."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very romantic and classy.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I absolutely love this place. We came here last year for our anniversary, and have continued to come back ever since. One of my favorite spots is on the roof, when the weather is real nice. Will definitely be coming back soon."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tasty food. Overall a very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tasty food. Overall a very nice dining experience. I recommend the cocktails too."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Cafe Circa was nice. It was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Cafe Circa was nice. It was small on the inside and they have a 2 hour maximum for their tables. The food menu is small but the items that I tried were delicious. I had the fried green tomatoes and the sweet potato fries. If you go, you definitely have to try to yucca fries. My friend had those and they were phenomenal. The music is way too loud for the restaurant and doesn't really fit the vibe that they have going. My friends and I sat at a small square table and still couldn't hear each other. I'm surprised my voice wasn't hoarse from all the shouting. Overall, it was a good experience but I don't really see myself going back unless a friend wants to go."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went to Cafe Circa for a date
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went to Cafe Circa for a date night. My first gripe would be - the cafe was too lit! I think it would have made for a better ambiance if the lights were dimmed more. The food and wine could have been better portioned as well; but very tasty. The band that played that night wasub-par! Overall, good experience. I will definitely patronize again!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 14 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is my second time dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is my second time dining here and it was just as good as the first. The food is always good, the service was excellent. The crowd was nice people were generally happy. I enjoyed my cocktail and everything was great. Cant wait to go back!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 15 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
AWESOME Caribbean cuisine!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"AWESOME Caribbean cuisine! Chef Rob is spot on!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
4th Ward Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a neighborhood gem in an up & coming area of Atlanta. Very good food, although menu a bit limited. We would definitely go there again."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Hostess needs hospitality training
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the female hostesses was rude and sarcastic---she seemed to intentionally create a negative impression as we came and went; and, it stuck with us. It was as though she felt she had better things to do than work on a Friday night. The food and table service were redeeming, however---pure excellency! The lamb burger and strip steak dishes were phenomenal. Our server was polite, knowledgeable and attentive! If the interaction with the hostess hadn't been so tough to swallow, we'd have given this place five stars across the board."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I enjoyed Cafe Circa. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoyed Cafe Circa. The waitresses were very accommodating. The band was outstanding."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 19 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was a great dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a great dining experience overall."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I enjoyed my first visit at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoyed my first visit at Cafe Cirrca! It was clean, great customer service and the food was good! I have already given recommendations to others. Look forward to going back again with a few girlfriends. Went the first time with my husband!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Parking was horrible, there
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Parking was horrible, there is a 2 hr limit on tables, the featured guest performance time changed without,notification."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
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Review 22 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great night spot!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a wonderful evening!! The food was great, service was friendly, and the environment was romantic and fun!! I definitely will be back and recommend them to other couples, groups or even just "the guys""
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was an enjoyable experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was an enjoyable experience for our entire party of nine. We all enjoyed our meals. Six of us had the whole snapper, which was great in size and taste. Two of us had to take some of our fish and delicious stone-ground creamy grits home for breakfast. Service by the charming and friendly waitress added to the evening's enjoyment. One in our party was disappointed because the pork chops he had raved about were not available. When the chef made a courtesy visit to our table, he promised to add them back to the menu."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was amazing and our waiter
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was amazing and our waiter (Torin) was excellent! Will definitley be back!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
will give them a 2nd chance...
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I did not care for what I ordered (shrimp & grits) for entree, calamari for an appetizer. To be fair, I had my dish made w/o pork b/c I don't eat it. It wasn't bad, it just didn't satisfy my tastes and I came in with a taste for something else that wasn't on the menu (scallops). I also wanted the ox tails, I should have gotten that instead. My date however had the chicken, and it was really good from the small piece I tasted. The calamari wasn't the best I've had. Can't really say how it can be improved, but ive had much better. My server was great. Hostess sat us immediately. I saw other dishes from people around me that looked really good that I may want to go back and try. I heard its a better spot to go to in the summer."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 26 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overcrowded
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was slow. Overcrowded, people waiting for a seat are allowed to stand over you while you are eating. Automatically add 18% gratuity to our tab without your knowledge."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, late-night find
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Review 27 for Cafe Circa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great hot spot with energy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great hot spot with energy Good Food Also"
Dined on 01/18/2013
2011
Special Features: late-night find, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Cafe Circa
Based on the average of (24) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic