Circa at Foggy Bottom – American
Circa at Foggy Bottom pulses with the energy of a sophisticated neighborhood hub, where warm lighting and a lively atmosphere invite guests to linger over artfully crafted social plates. The kitchen transforms classic comfort into a vibrant feast, pairing the buttery warmth of herb-baked Parker House rolls with the zesty crunch of tuna poke nachos and the bold, savory depth of wagyu meatball sliders. This polished destination captures the essence of modern American dining, offering a seamless blend of elevated flavors and welcoming, urban charm.
2221, I Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20037-2237 +12025065589 https://www.circabistros.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, atkins, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Small Plates
- Soup of the Day - $8: Chef's daily selection Dietary tags: Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Baked Parker House Rolls - $7: Four rolls, whipped garlic butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $18: Cherry peppers, artichokes, olives, marinara, grilled lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shotgun Shrimp - $15.5: Flash fried, sweet chili sauce, red bell pepper, broccolini, jicama slaw, pickled jalapeños, micro cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Poke Nachos - $19: Sesame ginger marinade, wasabi avocado cream, tobiko, pickled ginger aioli, wonton chips, roasted nori + sesame seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $18: Spicy apricot chili glaze, carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $16: Za’tar spiced cauliflower with garlic toum and pine nuts, served with warm garlic pita bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Meatball Sliders - $19: Garlic brioche, basil aioli, marinara, mozzarella, contains pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels + Blue - $13.5: Flash fried, applewood smoked bacon, balsamic glaze, blue cheese Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Four Cheese Macaroni - $13.5: Cavatappi pasta, crispy prosciutto, herbed bread crumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Bowls
- Caesar Salad - $12: Chopped romaine, freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, brioche crumble, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Shrimp Salad - $19.5: Shotgun shrimp, mixed greens, napa cabbage, carrots, cucumber, red onion, marinated tomatoes, crispy wontons, micro cilantro, peanuts, Thai peanut vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Crusted Tuna Salad - $26: Mixed greens, romaine, edamame, red onion, shredded carrots, cucumbers, avocado, marinated tomatoes, jicama, herbs, crispy wontons, creamy ginger dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parmesan Chicken Bowl - $18: Baby arugula, herbed pearl cous cous, crispy chicken bites, marinated tomatoes, sundried tomato vinaigrette, parmesan crisp, basil aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Cobb - $19: Romaine + mixed greens, crispy chicken bites, applewood smoked bacon, hard boiled egg, blue cheese, marinated tomatoes, avocado, carrots, cucumbers, grilled corn, champagne vinaigrette + smoked blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Mango Salad - $20.5: Mixed greens, red grapes, mangoes, marinated tomatoes, cashews, dried cranberries, pickled ginger vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Salad - $28.5: Mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, pee wee potatoes, balsamic onions, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veg + Quinoa Bowl - $17.5: Kale, house pickled beets, avocado, marinated tomatoes, hummus, balsamic onions, sunflower seeds, fried goat cheese, grilled lemon, champagne vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichurri Steak Bowl - $23: 5oz grilled filet tips, mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, cucumbers, crispy onions, avocado, grilled corn, balsamic grilled onions, marinated farro, chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Bowl - $17: Crispy falafel, shredded romaine, pickled cucumbers, marinated tomatoes, pickled red onions, feta, tzatziki, hummus, garlic toum, roasted cauliflower, harissa vinaigrette, warm pita chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Paillard - $26: Angel hair pasta, roasted mushrooms, baby arugula, roasted red peppers, lemon caper butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Trout Filet - $29: Warm farro salad, roasted mushrooms, wilted baby spinach, marinated tomatoes, lemon caper butter, grilled lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Bolognese - $27: Fettucine pasta, herb gremolata, whipped ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tequila Filet Tips Linguine - $27.5: Grilled filet tips, linguine, green + red peppers, red onion, cilantro, tequila lime cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jambalaya - $27: Penne pasta, shrimp, chicken, andouille sausage, scallions, diced tomatoes, chipotle cream sauce, Parmigiano-Reggiano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $24: Blackened shrimp, linguine, marinated tomatoes, white wine garlic butter, basil, parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Atlantic Salmon - $28.5: Wilted kale, mashed cauliflower, whole grain mustard sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Seared Tuna - $34: Nori aioli, pickled ginger salsa, charred Japanese noodles, vegetable stir fry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Frites - $35.5: 7oz grilled sirloin, chimichurri, blistered cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano + fresh herb fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Short Rib - $38.5: Roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed baby spinach, red wine jus, crispy onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $42: 7oz, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, roasted mushrooms, red wine jus, choice of caesar or mixed greens salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner
Sandwiches
- Circa Burger - $19: Creekstone Farms beef, aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, scallion aioli, brioche bun, fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Burger - $19: Provolone, lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, habanero aioli, brioche bun, sweet potato fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $18: Soy glazed black bean patty, hummus, cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, pickled yellow beets, avocado, brioche bun, sweet potato fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $19: Provolone, arugula, roasted peppers, basil aioli, ciabatta, fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- DC Hot Chicken Sandwich - $19: Mumbo sauce, house made dill pickles, cider slaw, habanero aioli, brioche bun, fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Grouper Sandwich - $20: Coleslaw, house made dill pickles, thinly sliced red onion, tartar sauce, brioche bun, old bay fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Flatbreads
- Wild Mushroom Flatbread - $19: Cremini, shiitake, portabello + oyster mushrooms, arugula, pesto, truffle oil, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rustic Italian Flatbread - $18: Sopressata, local Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crushed Tomato Margherita Flatbread - $15: Hand crushed tomato sauce, basil, fresh mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Chicken Flatbread - $18.5: Barbecue sauce, slow roasted chicken, red onion, bacon, mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fries - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Veg - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Vodka Mojito - $14: Strawberry infused Open Road Distilling Co. vodka, strawberries, mint, lime
- Blackberry Margarita - $17: Hornitos Plata tequila, orange curaçao, blackberry, lime
- Black Manhattan - $17: Independence bourbon, Eagle Eye rye whiskey, Averna amaro, Fee Brothers black walnut bitters
- Blossom Lounge (Zero Proof) - $11: Chamomile, ginger, strawberry, mint, lemon
- Atlas Tropic Thunder IPA - $8.75: Draft beer
- Allagash White Ale - $9.25: Draft beer
Desserts
- Nutella Trifle - $12: Nutella hazelnut mousse, chocolate cake, whipped cream, candied walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Brioche Bread Pudding - $12: White chocolate, vanilla bean ice cream, bourbon crème anglaise, caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Great Falls Ice Cream - $8.5: Chocolate, vanilla bean, seasonal flavor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Chip Cookies - $7: Three freshly baked cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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