I don't know how I've never tried Circles before. Now I know what I've been missing all these years. The menu selection is incredible, blending Italian, Asian and French culinary tastes. The service was attentive and spot-on. Our server, Ray was there to assist at every point in the meal. The crab cake was unique. Instead of the typical two small crab patties, it was one large ball of delicious crab cake. The tom kha gai soup was hands-down the best I've had anywhere. Rich, creamy and full of flavor. The lobster topped salmon with beurre blanc sauce was served with fresh aspagus spears and rice pilaf. And the seafood stir fry had large sea scallops, shrimps and a variety of fresh vegetables in a light brown sauce that could be labeled as addictive. I've lived in this area for over 30 years and truly regret not coming here sooner. Will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Susan Santoro
It was amazing. Food excellent and service. It was so cozy and comfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Luke W
What a hidden gem of a restaurant that only regulars know about for the last 37 years. Top quality food, amazing selection of wine and liquor, Thai / Italian / American/ Chinese food all in one. First is dinner menu with specials menu, later 6 is lunch menu. Don’t let the exterior fool you. Judy needs to find a protégé after she retires summer 2027!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First Timer - Impressed
Friday night with friends, we tried Circles — a cozy little spot tucked away in a small Carrollwood plaza. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and our server, Vaughn, did an outstanding job taking care of us.
The menu was impressively diverse with several Asian-inspired dishes. We started with the calamari, fried avocado slices, and dumplings — all delicious and perfectly prepared. The Southwestern soup was spot-on too. For entrées, we had eggplant parmesan, steak and blue cheese salad, and pan-roasted cod — every dish was fresh and flavorful.
We didn’t order drinks, but the restaurant has an impressive wine collection and full bar for those who do.
Excellent food, great service, and a comfortable atmosphere — we’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Georgia Ford
Zippy was a great server
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yukiko Yamasaki Block
I have been here for both dinner and lunch. Today we(group of 7) went there for lunch. The service is superb, the food is very tasty, and it was very relaxing. Everybody in the group was impressed. I highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Whiskeyman
We hadn’t been here for years, but decided to give it a try again. It was just as tasty as it was the first time many years ago. Judy, the chef, makes a tomato sauce any Italian would be proud of. If I could buy it to go by the gallon I would. The pork chop and the burger were so flavorful and cooked just right. The calamari was breaded with rice flour which made them crunchier than we were accustomed to, but it worked wonderfully. They were perfectly seasoned also. The only downside was our server, Jack. He was so slow and apathetic. When asked about an item on the specials menu, he had no idea what the item was nor did he offer to ask. There were only two tables - us and another couple. We were his only table. We had to signal to the owner/bartender to get Jack’s attention. This would be my biggest hesitation to returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 2
Elizabeth Davis
I would not suggest dining here. Owners are unfriendly and do a terrible job at customer service
Richard Tippin
The raspberry chipotle duck was superb!
José J. Jordán
Mom and Pop meets upscale dining. Small place, about 9 tables with a menu of eclectic epicurian endeavors; Circle's Bistro is the rare dining experience in today's market. Treated like family while served like honored guests, the vast wine selection and extensive bay leave no doubt that Michael and Judy are ready for anything you could want. Open Tuesday through Saturday, call ahead, just to make sure you don't miss out.
Very nice hidden gem. An intimate restaurant with an amazing wine selection. Recommended to make reservations as there are only 6 tables and an additional 12 seats at the bar - which can also be reserved.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paulino NUnez
😁Good food bad service , owner want a tip minimum 20% if it’s less he complain .He needs to understand that the tip amount is voluntary no mandatory.Very bad attitude Disappointed
Steven Craig
Amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melanie Adams
Only our second visit but salmon was so good we want to come back. We shared our meal and they split it for us and there was plenty for both of us.
Had a great lunch with a coworker today. This was my first time eating here and it did not disappoint. Had the spring rolls as an appetizer and the hunan chicken for lunch. Both were great! I will definitely be back and would love to try some wine with some great food!
I don't know how I've never tried Circles before. Now I know what I've been missing all these years. The menu selection is incredible, blending Italian, Asian and French culinary tastes. The service was attentive and spot-on. Our server, Ray was there to assist at every point in the meal. The crab cake was unique. Instead of the typical two small crab patties, it was one large ball of delicious crab cake. The tom kha gai soup was hands-down the best I've had anywhere. Rich, creamy and full of flavor. The lobster topped salmon with beurre blanc sauce was served with fresh aspagus spears and rice pilaf. And the seafood stir fry had large sea scallops, shrimps and a variety of fresh vegetables in a light brown sauce that could be labeled as addictive.
I've lived in this area for over 30 years and truly regret not coming here sooner. Will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was amazing. Food excellent and service. It was so cozy and comfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a hidden gem of a restaurant that only regulars know about for the last 37 years. Top quality food, amazing selection of wine and liquor, Thai / Italian / American/ Chinese food all in one. First is dinner menu with specials menu, later 6 is lunch menu.
Don’t let the exterior fool you. Judy needs to find a protégé after she retires summer 2027!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friday night with friends, we tried Circles — a cozy little spot tucked away in a small Carrollwood plaza. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and our server, Vaughn, did an outstanding job taking care of us. The menu was impressively diverse with several Asian-inspired dishes. We started with the calamari, fried avocado slices, and dumplings — all delicious and perfectly prepared. The Southwestern soup was spot-on too. For entrées, we had eggplant parmesan, steak and blue cheese salad, and pan-roasted cod — every dish was fresh and flavorful. We didn’t order drinks, but the restaurant has an impressive wine collection and full bar for those who do. Excellent food, great service, and a comfortable atmosphere — we’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zippy was a great server
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been here for both dinner and lunch. Today we(group of 7) went there for lunch. The service is superb, the food is very tasty, and it was very relaxing. Everybody in the group was impressed. I highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We hadn’t been here for years, but decided to give it a try again. It was just as tasty as it was the first time many years ago. Judy, the chef, makes a tomato sauce any Italian would be proud of. If I could buy it to go by the gallon I would. The pork chop and the burger were so flavorful and cooked just right. The calamari was breaded with rice flour which made them crunchier than we were accustomed to, but it worked wonderfully. They were perfectly seasoned also.
The only downside was our server, Jack. He was so slow and apathetic. When asked about an item on the specials menu, he had no idea what the item was nor did he offer to ask. There were only two tables - us and another couple. We were his only table. We had to signal to the owner/bartender to get Jack’s attention. This would be my biggest hesitation to returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 2
I would not suggest dining here. Owners are unfriendly and do a terrible job at customer service
The raspberry chipotle duck was superb!
Mom and Pop meets upscale dining. Small place, about 9 tables with a menu of eclectic epicurian endeavors; Circle's Bistro is the rare dining experience in today's market. Treated like family while served like honored guests, the vast wine selection and extensive bay leave no doubt that Michael and Judy are ready for anything you could want. Open Tuesday through Saturday, call ahead, just to make sure you don't miss out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Very nice hidden gem. An intimate restaurant with an amazing wine selection. Recommended to make reservations as there are only 6 tables and an additional 12 seats at the bar - which can also be reserved.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
😁Good food bad service , owner want a tip minimum 20% if it’s less he complain .He needs to understand that the tip amount is voluntary no mandatory.Very bad attitude Disappointed
Amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Only our second visit but salmon was so good we want to come back. We shared our meal and they split it for us and there was plenty for both of us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Salmon Lobster Chardonnay Shallot Sauce
Had a great lunch with a coworker today. This was my first time eating here and it did not disappoint. Had the spring rolls as an appetizer and the hunan chicken for lunch. Both were great! I will definitely be back and would love to try some wine with some great food!
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