CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

2221 I St NW, Washington
(202) 506-5589

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Circa Burger with Sweet Potato Fries
Turkey Burger and Sweet Potato Fries
Summer Market Salad with Salmon
Almond Crusted Rainbow Trout
Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich
Foggy Bottom Old Fashion
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Wagyu Meatball Sliders
Brioche Bread Pudding
Four Cheese Macaroni

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Most Popular
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Shredded lettuce, dill pickles, dill pickle aioli, brioche roll, and sweet potato fries.
Caesar Salad
Chopped Romaine, freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, brioche crumble, black pepper, and Caesar dressing.
Chicken Wings
Spicy apricot chili glaze, carrots, celery, and blue cheese dressing.
Barbecue Chicken Flatbread
Barbecue sauce, slow-roasted chicken, red onion, bacon, and mozzarella.
Four Cheese Macaroni
Cavatappi pasta, crispy prosciutto, and herbed bread crumbs.

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Fried Chicken Sandwich
Shredded lettuce, dill pickles, dill pickle aioli, brioche roll, and sweet potato fries.
Chicken Wings
Spicy apricot chili glaze, carrots, celery, and blue cheese dressing.
Steak Frites
7oz CIRCA cut NY strip, chimichurri, blistered cherry tomatoes, garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and fresh herb French fries.
Circa Burger
Certified Angus beef, aged Cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, scallion aioli, brioche bun, and fries.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
provolone, arugula, roasted red peppers, basil aioli, ciabatta, fries

Small Plates
Four Cheese Macaroni
Cavatappi pasta, crispy prosciutto, and herbed bread crumbs.
Wagyu Meatball Sliders
Garlic brioche, basil aioli, marinara, mozzarella *contains pork
Chicken Wings
Spicy apricot chili glaze, carrots, celery, and blue cheese dressing.
Brussels & Blue
Flash fried, applewood smoked bacon, balsamic, and blue cheese.
Shotgun Shrimp
Flash fried shrimp, sweet chili sauce, red bell pepper, broccolini, jicama slaw, pickled jalapenos, micro cilantro
Fried Calamari
Cherry peppers, artichokes, olives, marinara, grilled lemon
Hummus
Choice of spiced Wagyu beef with pickled chilies and pine nuts OR spiced cauliflower with garlic toum and pine nuts served with housemade garlic naan
Tuna Poke Nachos
Sesame ginger marinade, wasabi avocado cream, tobiko, pickled ginger aioli, wonton chips, roasted nori, and sesame seeds. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
Pretzel Loaf
Served with whole grain mustard butter
Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta
Garlic rustico, marinated mozzarella, red onion, balsamic glaze, micro basil

Salads
Caesar Salad
Chopped Romaine, freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, brioche crumble, black pepper, and Caesar dressing.
Thai Shrimp Salad
Shotgun shrimp, mixed greens, napa cabbage, carrots, cucumber, red onion, marinated tomatoes, crispy wontons, micro cilantro, peanuts, Thai peanut vinaigrette
Steak Salad
7oz CIRCA cut strip steak, mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, grilled corn, balsamic grilled onions, blue cheese, balsamic vinaigrette.
Veg and Quinoa Bowl
Baby kale, house pickled beets, avocado, marinated tomatoes, hummus, balsamic onions, sunflower seeds, fried goat cheese, grilled lemon, and champagne vinaigrette.
Salmon Salad
Mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, peewee potatoes, balsamic onions, goat cheese, and champagne vinaigrette.
Sesame Crusted Tuna Salad
Mixed greens, romaine, edamame, red onion, shredded carrots, cucumber, avocado, grape tomatoes, jicama, herbs, crispy wontons, creamy ginger dressing
Parmesan Kale Salad
Baby kale, toasted sunflower seeds, carrots, marinated tomatoes, crushed crostini, and Parmesan vinaigrette.
Blackened Chicken Mango Salad
Mixed greens, red grapes, mangoes, marinated tomatoes, cashews, dried cranberries, and pickled ginger vinaigrette.
Summer Market Salad
Mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, radish, grilled corn, cucumber, pickled red onion, goat cheese, crostini, lemon poppyseed vinaigrette

Entrees
Steak Frites
7oz CIRCA cut NY strip, chimichurri, blistered cherry tomatoes, garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and fresh herb French fries.
Chicken Paillard
Wilted spinach, macerated sultanas, prosciutto, pine nuts, caper parsley relish, shaved parmesan, rosemary jus
Braised Short Rib
Roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed baby spinach, red wine jus, and crispy onions.
Atlantic Salmon
Tomato fennel puree, quinoa salad, garlic spinach, basil aioli
Almond Crusted Rainbow Trout
Grilled asparagus, lemon caper butter, sweet pea puree
Jambalaya
Penne pasta, shrimp, chicken, andouille sausage, scallions, diced tomatoes, chipotle cream sauce, and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Penne Primavera
Penne pasta, English peas, fava beans, roasted red peppers, mushrooms, baby spinach, basil, parmesan, roasted garlic parmesan cream
Seared Ahi Tuna
nori aioli, pickled ginger salsa, charred Japanese noodles, vegetable stir fry
Scallops
Herb risotto, English peas, pickled onions, charred lemon emulsion

Sandwiches
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Shredded lettuce, dill pickles, dill pickle aioli, brioche roll, and sweet potato fries.
Circa Burger
Certified Angus beef, aged Cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, scallion aioli, brioche bun, and fries.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
provolone, arugula, roasted red peppers, basil aioli, ciabatta, fries
Turkey Burger
MD maple lawn farms turkey, provolone, lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, habanero aioli, brioche bun, and sweet potato fries.
Eggplant Parmesan
Breaded eggplant, mozzarella, parsley, pesto, ciabatta bun, side mixed greens salad

Flatbreads
Barbecue Chicken Flatbread
Barbecue sauce, slow-roasted chicken, red onion, bacon, and mozzarella.
Crushed Tomato Margherita Flatbread
Hand crushed tomato sauce, basil, and fresh mozzarella.
Wild Mushroom Flatbread
Cremini, shiitake, Portobello, oyster, arugula, pesto, truffle oil, and mozzarella.
Rustic Italian Flatbread
Sopressata, local Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella.
Four Cheese Spinach Flatbread
mozzarella, provolone, ricotta, goat cheese, garlic spinach

Sides
Fries
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Sweet Potato Fries
Sauteed Broccolini
Sautéed Spinach

Dessert
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Three baked cookies
Brioche Bread Pudding
White chocolate, vanilla bean ice cream, creme anglaise, caramel
White Chocolate Cheesecake
Oreo crust, cherry compote, whipped cream
Mixed Berry Shortcake
Mixed berry compote, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream

Picked for you
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Shredded lettuce, dill pickles, dill pickle aioli, brioche roll, and sweet potato fries.
Chicken Wings
Spicy apricot chili glaze, carrots, celery, and blue cheese dressing.
Circa Burger
Certified Angus beef, aged Cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, scallion aioli, brioche bun, and fries.
Almond Granola French Toast
Corn flake crust, almond granola, fresh berries, mascarpone maple cream.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
provolone, arugula, roasted red peppers, basil aioli, ciabatta, fries

Small Plates
Four Cheese Macaroni
Cavatappi pasta, crispy prosciutto, and herbed bread crumbs.
Wagyu Meatball Sliders
Garlic brioche, basil aioli, marinara, mozzarella *contains pork
Chicken Wings
Spicy apricot chili glaze, carrots, celery, and blue cheese dressing.
Brussels & Blue
Flash fried, applewood smoked bacon, balsamic, and blue cheese.
Shotgun Shrimp
Flash fried shrimp, sweet chili sauce, red bell pepper, broccolini, jicama slaw, pickled jalapenos, micro cilantro
Fried Calamari
Cherry peppers, artichokes, olives, marinara, grilled lemon
Hummus
Choice of spiced Wagyu beef with pickled chilies and pine nuts OR spiced cauliflower with garlic toum and pine nuts served with housemade garlic naan
Tuna Poke Nachos
Sesame ginger marinade, wasabi avocado cream, tobiko, pickled ginger aioli, wonton chips, roasted nori, and sesame seeds. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
Pretzel Loaf
Served with whole grain mustard butter
Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta
Garlic rustico, marinated mozzarella, red onion, balsamic glaze, micro basil

Salads
Caesar Salad
Chopped Romaine, freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, brioche crumble, black pepper, and Caesar dressing.
Thai Shrimp Salad
Shotgun shrimp, mixed greens, napa cabbage, carrots, cucumber, red onion, marinated tomatoes, crispy wontons, micro cilantro, peanuts, Thai peanut vinaigrette
Steak Salad
7oz CIRCA cut strip steak, mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, grilled corn, balsamic grilled onions, blue cheese, balsamic vinaigrette.
Veg and Quinoa Bowl
Baby kale, house pickled beets, avocado, marinated tomatoes, hummus, balsamic onions, sunflower seeds, fried goat cheese, grilled lemon, and champagne vinaigrette.
Salmon Salad
Mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, peewee potatoes, balsamic onions, goat cheese, and champagne vinaigrette.
Sesame Crusted Tuna Salad
Mixed greens, romaine, edamame, red onion, shredded carrots, cucumber, avocado, grape tomatoes, jicama, herbs, crispy wontons, creamy ginger dressing
Parmesan Kale Salad
Baby kale, toasted sunflower seeds, carrots, marinated tomatoes, crushed crostini, and Parmesan vinaigrette.
Blackened Chicken Mango Salad
Mixed greens, red grapes, mangoes, marinated tomatoes, cashews, dried cranberries, and pickled ginger vinaigrette.
Summer Market Salad
Mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, radish, grilled corn, cucumber, pickled red onion, goat cheese, crostini, lemon poppyseed vinaigrette

Flatbreads
Barbecue Chicken Flatbread
Barbecue sauce, slow-roasted chicken, red onion, bacon, and mozzarella.
Wild Mushroom Flatbread
Cremini, shiitake, Portobello, oyster, arugula, pesto, truffle oil, and mozzarella.
Four Cheese Spinach Flatbread
mozzarella, provolone, ricotta, goat cheese, garlic spinach
Crushed Tomato Margherita Flatbread
Hand crushed tomato sauce, basil, and fresh mozzarella.
Rustic Italian Flatbread
Sopressata, local Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella.

Sandwiches
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Shredded lettuce, dill pickles, dill pickle aioli, brioche roll, and sweet potato fries.
Circa Burger
Certified Angus beef, aged Cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, scallion aioli, brioche bun, and fries.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
provolone, arugula, roasted red peppers, basil aioli, ciabatta, fries
Turkey Burger
MD maple lawn farms turkey, provolone, lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, habanero aioli, brioche bun, and sweet potato fries.
Eggplant Parmesan
Breaded eggplant, mozzarella, parsley, pesto, ciabatta bun, side mixed greens salad

Brunch Entrees
American Bistro Breakfast
French toast, two eggs any style, bacon, and home fries. Items may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Huevos Rancheros
Sunny side up eggs, corn tortilla, black beans, ranchero sauce, queso fresco, avocado corn salsa, and pickled jalapeños. Items may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Southern Chicken Benedict
Flash fried chicken, homemade biscuits, poached eggs, sausage gravy, and home fries. Items may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Brunch Burger
Applewood bacon, white cheddar, tarragon aioli, caramelized onions, sunny side up egg, English muffin, hollandaise, served with home fries
Almond Granola French Toast
Corn flake crust, almond granola, fresh berries, mascarpone maple cream.
Egg White Omelette
Peppers, mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, goat cheese, and served with fresh fruit.
Brunch Atlantic Salmon
Garlic spinach, scrambled eggs, hollandaise
Short Rib Hash
Crispy potatoes, peppers, onions, toasted brioche, poached eggs, red wine jus, hollandaise
Smoked Salmon Benedict
Poached eggs, spinach, oven roasted tomato, English muffin, hollandaise, and served with home fries
Avocado Toast
Avocados, marinated tomatoes, poached eggs, sautéed onions, chili oil, feta, micro cilantro, and Italian rustico. Items may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Steak & Eggs
7oz CAB NY Strip, two eggs any style, asparagus, hollandaise, served with home fries

Brunch Sides
Bacon
Avocado
Fruit Salad
Asparagus
Served with hollandaise and herbed breadcrumbs
Home Fries
Egg

Sides
Fries
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Sweet Potato Fries
Sauteed Broccolini
Sautéed Spinach

Dessert
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Three baked cookies
Brioche Bread Pudding
White chocolate, vanilla bean ice cream, creme anglaise, caramel
White Chocolate Cheesecake
Oreo crust, cherry compote, whipped cream
Mixed Berry Shortcake
Mixed berry compote, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream

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Recent Reviews

Service was not as good as it usually is I think because they were understaffed. Continuing problem with wobbly tables in the outdoor seating area. Other than that, a pleasant experience with good food as usual.
October 2025
When I got there it was very loud in the restaurant and I saw some open tables in the covered outdoor space. I asked if we could sit there and after a moment or two the hostess was willing to accommodate my request. I was with women who were older and would've had a hard time hearing and I really appreciated their accommodation
October 2025
Seated immediately. Waitress appeared quickly and took order. Drinks and food timely. Pleasant staff. Tasty food and great choices. Comfortable seating. Clean restroom. Handicap accessible. We seat inside. Outside area is pleasant but sometimes there aren't any shady seats.
October 2025

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CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

2221 I St NW, Washington, DC 20037
(202) 506-5589