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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Dairy-Free at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Circa at Foggy Bottom in Washington has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, Fries and Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Circa at Foggy Bottom in Washington has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Veg and Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Circa at Foggy Bottom in Washington has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sesame Seared Tuna, Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Fried Calamari. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Circa at Foggy Bottom in Washington has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Filet Mignon and Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Circa at Foggy Bottom in Washington has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Circa at Foggy Bottom in Washington has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Circa at Foggy Bottom in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Circa at Foggy Bottom
Circa at Foggy Bottom in Washington has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, Fries and Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Circa at Foggy Bottom
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chimichurri Steak Bowl | 56.9 g | 71.1 g |
| Veg + Quinoa Bowl | 50.3 g | 67.4 g |
| Thai Shrimp Salad | 169 g | 57.2 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Crispy Chicken Cobb | 22.5 g | 50.1 g |
| Tequila Filet Tips Linguine | 68.2 g | 45.3 g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 108.1 g | 41.2 g |
| Four Cheese Macaroni | 41.5 g | 35.2 g |
| Short Rib Bolognese | 25.5 g | 34.6 g |
| Black Manhattan | 33 g | 33.7 g |
| Sesame Crusted Tuna Salad | 115 g | 32.1 g |
| Crushed Tomato Margherita Flatbread | 46.1 g | 29.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Small Plates
- Soup of the Day - $8: Chef's daily selection Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Baked Parker House Rolls - $7: Four rolls, whipped garlic butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $18: Cherry peppers, artichokes, olives, marinara, grilled lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium 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: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Poke Nachos - $19: Sesame ginger marinade, wasabi avocado cream, tobiko, pickled ginger aioli, wonton chips, roasted nori + sesame seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $18: Spicy apricot chili glaze, carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $16: Za’tar spiced cauliflower with garlic toum and pine nuts, served with warm garlic pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Meatball Sliders - $19: Garlic brioche, basil aioli, marinara, mozzarella, contains pork Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels + Blue - $13.5: Flash fried, applewood smoked bacon, balsamic glaze, blue cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Four Cheese Macaroni - $13.5: Cavatappi pasta, crispy prosciutto, herbed bread crumbs Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Bowls
- Caesar Salad - $12: Chopped romaine, freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, brioche crumble, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory 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: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber 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: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber 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 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-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Mango Salad - $20.5: Mixed greens, red grapes, mangoes, marinated tomatoes, cashews, dried cranberries, pickled ginger vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Salad - $28.5: Mixed greens, marinated tomatoes, pee wee potatoes, balsamic onions, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette 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: High-Fiber 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-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 Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Paillard - $26: Angel hair pasta, roasted mushrooms, baby arugula, roasted red peppers, lemon caper butter Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics 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: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Bolognese - $27: Fettucine pasta, herb gremolata, whipped ricotta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC 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: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jambalaya - $27: Penne pasta, shrimp, chicken, andouille sausage, scallions, diced tomatoes, chipotle cream sauce, Parmigiano-Reggiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $24: Blackened shrimp, linguine, marinated tomatoes, white wine garlic butter, basil, parmesan Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Atlantic Salmon - $28.5: Wilted kale, mashed cauliflower, whole grain mustard sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Seared Tuna - $34: Nori aioli, pickled ginger salsa, charred Japanese noodles, vegetable stir fry Dietary tags: Halal, 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: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Short Rib - $38.5: Roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed baby spinach, red wine jus, crispy onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC 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, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner
Sandwiches
- Circa Burger - $19: Creekstone Farms beef, aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, scallion aioli, brioche bun, fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Burger - $19: Provolone, lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, habanero aioli, brioche bun, sweet potato fries 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: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $19: Provolone, arugula, roasted peppers, basil aioli, ciabatta, fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber 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-Fiber 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: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Flatbreads
- Wild Mushroom Flatbread - $19: Cremini, shiitake, portabello + oyster mushrooms, arugula, pesto, truffle oil, mozzarella Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rustic Italian Flatbread - $18: Sopressata, local Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crushed Tomato Margherita Flatbread - $15: Hand crushed tomato sauce, basil, fresh mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Chicken Flatbread - $18.5: Barbecue sauce, slow roasted chicken, red onion, bacon, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fries - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Veg - $7.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Vodka Mojito - $14: Strawberry infused Open Road Distilling Co. vodka, strawberries, mint, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- 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 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Blossom Lounge (Zero Proof) - $11: Chamomile, ginger, strawberry, mint, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Atlas Tropic Thunder IPA - $8.75: Draft beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Allagash White Ale - $9.25: Draft beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
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, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Great Falls Ice Cream - $8.5: Chocolate, vanilla bean, seasonal flavor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Chip Cookies - $7: Three freshly baked cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Circa at Foggy Bottom
- Is Circa at Foggy Bottom dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Circa at Foggy Bottom has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, Fries and Hummus.
- What can I eat at Circa at Foggy Bottom on a dairy-free diet?
- Sweet Potato Fries, Fries and Hummus carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Circa at Foggy Bottom have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries and Fries.
- Is Circa at Foggy Bottom gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Circa at Foggy Bottom?
- Chimichurri Steak Bowl, at roughly 71.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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