Circa 1918 Kitchen and bar

This is one of the best restaurants we have been to. Staff are very nice and Kip is amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My husband and I join another couple from time to time to try new restaurants, as we all consider ourselves "foodies". They had gone to Circa recently, and were excited for us to try it as well. I had heard of Circa because I'd been given a gift card a couple years ago, but I lost it, and only had the envelope and gift card receipt. From the time we walked in to the time we walked out, my husband and I received nothing but the best service. Our waiter, Regina, was exceptional - professional, personable and attentive. She sold my husband on Friday night's entire special. I had the mushroom and leek soup, brisket wontons and bison meatloaf. I'm not ashamed to say I did not come up for air. I ate it all! The pairings, textures, layers of flavor and portion sizes were everything. And to top it all off, I told Regina about my gift card mishap, and the manager honored the card! I was blown away by this dining experience; it was awesome.

Circa is perfect for a nice dinner or date night. The menu offers a clever selection of classics with ingenious twists. Every dish was full of incredible flavor combinations that had us tantalized with each bite! Their extensive wine menu and creative cocktail list provide plenty of options for diners. Reservations are recommended, due to the size of the venue and justifiable demand for each seat.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sea Scallops

Quant place and delicious food there.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Roast Pekin Duck Breast, Octopus, Shrimp and Grits, Crab Cake, Sea Scallops

Circa ia always top shelf. Friendly, professional service complimented by excellent food and drink. You can't go wrong with a night out at Circa.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Remarkable atmosphere. Delicacy at its best. Reservation is a must especially on the weekend. Superb experience.

Food: 4

Service: 4

Circa 1918 is the best dining experience we've had since moving to the area. Kip, our server, made us feel like family and the food was incredible. Every dish was creative and cooked perfectly. We will certainly be back and be recommending this restaurant to all our friends.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I went here for a professional dinner. I had wanted to visit here for two years and did not have the chance. It was more than I could have hoped for. Kip was fantastic and referred to each of us by name with every encounter. The food was exquisite, the atmosphere and vibe incredible, and every single staff member was a pleasure to interact with. I had the beef filet, rare, and it melts in your mouth. I am not easily impressed with steak, but I must say that this was probably the best filet I have ever had. It far exceeded the taste and presentation of other comparable high-end restaurants in the area.

I will be going back to try the bison meatloaf, which I was told was the only item on the menu that has not changed in 17 years due to its popularity. I will also be scheduling more professional “wine and dines” for recruitment efforts here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Leg of Lamb Entree, Cheeseboard, Charcuterie Board, OMG Macadamia Nut Crusted Cheesecake

Excellent! Truly, this was a great experience dining here for our anniversary. We loved our meals, the service, and the overall atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Circa 1918 is pure perfection and I can't believe I was honored enough to get a reservation there on a Saturday night! This restaurant is located on a little cute strip, filled with vintage looking shops. It's cozy on the outside and in the inside. The ambiance at night is giving romantic date night. It's a pretty tight space but it gives an intimate feel. I personally love that. I went here because one of my friends said that it is his favorite restaurant. He explained how their menu frequently changes and is chef-curated. He really hyped it up. And the experience I had here with friends really lived up to the hype!! Immediately waking up, the hostess greeted us with upbeat and high energy and she quickly seated us as well. The hostess also ended up being our waitress. She was very well-informed and knew the food and drinks like the back of her hand. I'm always impressed when waitstaff know what they're talking about because I've been in their shoes before. So I know the work it takes to get like that. We started with a house appetizer. I don't remember what it was exactly but it was all beautifully topped on a slice of naan. It really started off the night on a great note. Our appetizers were the charred octopus, beef gyoza, and the fried oysters. Our drinks were excellent craft cocktails that I don't remember the names of. But each one was gorgeous and delicious! Next up, we had the grilled asiago bread, bison meatloaf, pan seared duck breast, and the seared jumbo sea scallops. Goodness. Not a single disappointment in any of these dishes that I listed. Maybe one disappointment is that I couldn't have unlimited charred octopus and duck breast... LOL. I often get lost in thinking about the charred octopus here. It was crispy on the outside with the perfect amount of char, but yet it was soft and tender in the inside. I got my duck cooked at medium rare. The duck breast melted in my mouth. I didn't want the experience to end. Overall, this place is absolutely worth the hype and is all the rage. I'm 1000000% coming back here when I'm back in town again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Roast Pekin Duck Breast, Octopus

My wife and I had a wonderful experience at Circa 1918. The atmosphere was just right—the lighting was perfect, and the decor was tasteful without feeling overwhelming. The service was exceptional, with Kip frequently checking in to ensure everything was perfect. The wine selection was impressive, and the wine we chose was excellent. The food was incredible, with generous portions and delicious sides. Despite its size, Circa 1918 offers so much and is truly a fantastic establishment. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Probably the best food I've had in Virginia. Very unpretentious, informal and soo noisy. The owner seemed to be everywhere, even having time to chat with customers. We came a family of 7, had great food and fantastic Virginian wine from Michael Shap.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I am very excited for this addition to our dining options in Lavonia. The restaurant is beautiful. Very nicely done. They were quite busy today but the wait staff and owner were very active, took their time with everyone, and communicated well. The food was fantastic and the price point is amazing. You can eat here in an elegant atmosphere, with genuinely good food for the same (maybe less) than chain steak houses locally. Support local! You won't be disappointed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We ordered a bottle of sparking the salmon and the steak and our Tate buds exploded with flavor! This is a hidden gem that should not be missed! Keep up the great work ??

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Black Garlic Crusted Wagyu

First time and the service was fantastic & the food was absolutely delicious!! I had the beef tenderloin and my husband had the bison meatloaf and both were outstanding! We had dessert and it was super yummy! We had a great time; we will definitely be going back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5