Circa 1918 - Newport News

Paul was our server and was attentive and pleasant. We had the specials of the night, their twist on French Onion soup and calamari. Both were unique interpretations of classics and were excellent. My wife had the NY Strip that was well prepared, maybe a hint more than the requested medium, but still very good. I had the leg of lamb, made boneless and medium rare as recommended. Excellent. New Zealand lamb, not gamey at all and very tender. Not sure exactly what the veggies were under it (not a huge fan of those) but the meat was the centerpiece and was delightful. My 13 yo daughter couldn’t find anything to her liking so they made her “the world’s best grilled cheese sandwich” with fries. I must admit, that grilled cheese was almost as good as my lamb! (Almost). Dessert was an excellent creme brûlée. Really enjoyed the meal.

My wife and I went here during Restaurant Week. I had the shrimp and grits, the leg of lamb, and the carrot cake with cinnamon ice cream. It was one of if not the best meal I've ever eaten. The staff was knowledgeable, super friendly, and accommodating. The only negatives weren't their fault. We took my 2 and 3 year olds. They were terrible. The staff was fully accommodating and helpful, and brought them fries (also delicious). My second complaint is Original Sin is a terrible hard cider. Also, not their fault. Overall, it was a great experience and I recommend it highly. I would give it more stars if I could.

Whenever I go out for dinner, I look for a restaurant that offers a cozy, home-like atmosphere along with exceptional food. Circa not only meets these criteria, but exceeds them. The staff is consistently delightful and the food is beyond words. It is definitely worth the price. A 5-star rating does not do this place justice!

We went to this restaurant for our anniversary dinner. We had a fantastic meal of rockfish and ribeye. Our server, Paul, was excellent. If you're looking for a delicious meal with a great atmosphere and vibe, I highly recommend this place.

Romantic little slice of food heaven. Bison meatloaf melts in your mouth bursting with flavor. Steak was very tender. Drinks yummy. Deserts amazing. Kip took care of us with a passion for his menu and patiently answered all of our questions. Will definitely be back !!