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    Circa at The Boro

    4.5 (244 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Birthday cookie  on the house!
    Aarti B.

    My favorite brunch spot, been here over a dozen times and the avocado toast is divine! Brunch is available on both Sat & Sun. There's indoor and outdoor seating. Love the kids meal with generous portion and great prices! Mother's Day brunch is the best and moms get a complimentary rose, stayed fresh for a week! For my birthday, the waiters signed a nice card and put a candle on a warm chocolate chip cookie. I got a coupon for BOGO app at Circa and also a free app at El Bebe next door. These gestures really make a celebration special! Avocado Toast (5/5) - Highlight of brunch! After taking a bite of my hubby's avocado toast, it has become my go-to! dish! The avocado is very ripe and tastes like guacamole with 2 perfectly poached eggs and sweet caramelized onion resting on thick slice of country toast. Request a steak knife for cutting through the thick bread (mildly annoying to do with a butter knife!) Pretzel Loaf (5/5) - The fluffy and buttery loaf was scrumptious and didn't even need the side of butter with it (it was so moist!). French Toast (5/5) - The french toast with toasted almond granola with fresh berries, mascarpone maple cream, and crispy corn flake crust hits the spot and a decadent dessert for breakfast! It tastes like a coconut donut! Both my son and I devoured and polished up hubby's toast! Kids meals (5/5) - Generous portions of both the scrambled eggs with home fries and also the french toast (comes with 2 pieces while the standard portion comes with 3 pieces) is a great deal and very affordable! Side of Home Fries (5/5) - While I didn't have the best experience with tepid fries on my 1st visit, I'm glad I gave them another try the next visit. The crispy potatoes with grilled onions and red peppers were pipping hot, fresh, and on point! 4 Cheese flatbread (5/5) - The white garlicky cheesy pizza with dollops of ricotta cheese and spinach bursting with flavor and my pick! The flatbreads are thin and crispy, perfect for sharing with a group or can serve as an entree (8 small pieces come in an order). Chocolate Trifle (5/5) - The decadent hazelnut creamy mousse hit the spot, perfect for sharing and a sweet ending to a great meal! Mushroom Flatbread (4/5) - Quite hearty loaded with different types of mushrooms and pesto sauce topped with arugula. If you enjoy mushrooms go for it! Note the flatbreads stay pretty fresh for about 2 days, the veggies are wilted and soggy after that. Garlic Naan with Cauliflower Hummus (4/5) - Flavorful app of za'tar spiced cauliflower with garlic toum and pine nuts served with housemade garlic naan. The naan is very thin with the consistency of a tortilla, don't expect a fluffy Indian naan! Still tasty though. Mac and Cheese (3/5) - Bold cheddar flavor and I wish it was creamier. Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich (2/5) - While the sandwich looked promising with fluffy ciabatta bread, I wasn't a big fan of the pesto sauce and the soggy eggplant with breading falling apart. Marinara sauce would have paired much better. Wish the sandwich came with a choice of fries or salad. The default salad wasn't exciting. Side of Fruit Salad (2/5) - $5.50 for sad unripe fruit (strawberries, melon, cantaloupe) and tart shriveled blueberries. Side of Bacon (1/5) - The bacon was cold. How is that possible? The cocktails are a hit/miss. I I really enjoyed the Blackberry Margarita and fortunately didn't have a bold tequila flavor. I Not a big fan of the Boro Spritz (taste like orange pedialyte) or the Strawberry Mojito (not well balanced). They weren't worth the hefty $13 price tag. T The $5 Mimosas at brunch are a great deal. Happy hour is only outdoors in the high top area and around the bar inside (M-Fri 4-7pm with $2 off flatbreads and apps). Shout-out to the manager, Rori, who is always super polite and accommodating. While we made reservations for outdoor seating on Mother's Day, it was a bit chilly and getting packed inside. He quickly seated us inside. Great food and service!

    Huevos ranchero (way too bland)
    Cherie O.

    I got the Bistro Omelette which tasted okay but nothing special along with a salad that was pucker up acidic. I thought I had plenty of veggies in my omelette consisting of cheddar cheese, mushrooms, carmelized onions, and spinach. Hubby ate my salad and agreed that it tasted like they forgot to add oil to the dressing. He had huevos rancheros but he had to douse it with cholula sauce. I forgot to mention that I had to add a lot of black pepper to my omelette. Paul, our server, was nice and made a few recommendations. The place was clean yet not as welcoming as our brunch place back home.

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    David O.

    Huevos Rancheros for me, Bistro omelette for my wife. Place was nicely upscale and we were here for Sunday brunch. Menu was somewhat limited, and flavors were slightly bland (I doused mine with hot sauce, Wife with ground pepper). Except for wife's side salad, which had extremely acidic dressing. Presentation was very nicely arranged, and our waiter, Paul, was friendly and helpful. Parking in the nearby parking garage can be validated so first hour is free. Also veterans are eligible for a discount, but you need to ask, it's not written anywhere.

    Chimichurri Steak
    Susie G.

    Had a very enjoyable dinner at Circa, we did not have a reservation but luckily there was outdoor seating available. I ordered the cocktail featured on their summer menu and it was lovely and refreshing. For dinner I got the Four Cheese Spinach flatbread and it was perfect. My companion ordered from the Gluten Sensitive menu, Chimichurri Steak with garlic mashed potatoes on the side. It looked amazing and he inhaled it. Our server checked on us frequently but without disturbing us. The air was a bit cool and breezy outside but it was a Saturday evening and inside was rather noisy so we were happy with our seating.

    Ahí Tuna nachos
    Dazia H.

    I had the ahi tuna nachos and the steak salad. The salad looked so good I just dug in and forgot to take a photo! We sat outside and it was the perfect amount of breeze but warmth from the heater. The service was really good and the food and drinks were even better. I will 100% be back

    Ashlee A.

    Lovely spot that's perfect for girls night, especially with their bar/inside + outside seating. Attentive service and the food is good, especially the spinach flatbread! Even better is the ranch (could swim in it).

    Salmon
    Emma S.

    SOOO good! We got the calamari, zaatar hummus, steak frites, and salmon and everything exceeded our expectationsz atmosphere is a little noisy, so be aware of that when coming! Service was great as well, our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!

    Fried Chicken Sandwich with Parmigiano-Reggiano fresh herb french fries
    Delano P.

    The service was very attentive. I appreciated not having to wonder where our host was. I got the Fried Chicken sandwich and substituted the sweet potato fries with the fries that come with the Steak Frites (excellent move on my end). I recommend the sandwich! Super juicy and the overall presentation was pretty tasty. The bread used for the buns is a silent heavy hitter. Strongly recommend for a business lunch at the boro.

    Braised Short Rib
    Kelci M.

    Consistently good food. No frills. Braised Short Ribs: 7/10. The meat itself tasted like pot roast to me but the mashed potatoes with red wine jus was divine!!!!! I'd love to get a steak with these mashed potatoes in the future. Brussel Sprouts: 8/10. Blasted to perfection! It needed honey and balsamic to really take it to the next level but not bad!

    Short Rib
    Eastie T.

    The ambiance is Modern and the place was buzzing around 6 in the evening. Loved the service, attentive and helpful! The food was good, infact it came too fast, before I even got my cocktail. Prices are expected for the area, but for the portion felt a little higher, would've been a 5 star otherwise

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    Duke N.

    CIRCA at The Boro - Tysons Corner Had a wonderful lunch experience at CIRCA today -- the vibe was warm, modern, and relaxed, perfect for a mid-day meal. The space is open and inviting with just the right balance of energy and comfort. The food was excellent and beautifully presented. The steak and eggs were perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful, paired nicely with roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus. The crab and spinach omelet was another standout -- creamy, rich, and filled with fresh crab meat and greens, served with a crisp, refreshing side salad. Everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The service truly made the experience even better. Ramsy, the bartender, was friendly, attentive, and personable -- he made us feel welcome right away. Dave, the manager, was equally impressive, checking in with guests and ensuring everything ran smoothly. You can tell he genuinely cares about the guest experience. This is definitely one of my favorite lunch spots in Tysons -- consistent, classy, and delicious every time. Will be back to try dinner.

    Rebecca F.

    4.5/5 Food 4/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance Pretty good mid-high end American. Haven't had anything that I didn't like. I've had their pasta, burger, flatbread. Bar happy hour has reduced price for the flatbread. A bit pricey but pretty appropriate for the flavor profile and the Tysons area. Just one time, there was some leak in their HVAC at the bar area, but otherwise the ambiance is nice and the service is pretty good. Parking as of 2025 is now free in the garages on the weekends/after business hours and free for the first 2 hours during business hours. Making it more convenient to come out.

    Fried chicken sandwich
    Diamond O.

    This restaurant overall surpassed my expectations. The outdoor seating is spacious and perfect for a nice summer or spring afternoon. The restaurant inside is very modern and the bathroom is so clean! The service was phenomenal. The waitress was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed in a timely manner. The food was great. It was hot and seasoned well. The turkey burger and chicken sandwiches were so tender and flavorful.

    Braised short rib over roasted garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach (top). Sweet pea pesto risotto with seared scallops (bottom).

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    We came in for some drinks and food and our bartenders Chloe and Kaiya were so amazing quick and attentive, they were very great to us.

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    Cash was GREAT! Met with former co-workers for lunch. She was patient and friendly - Top-Tier Waitress.

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    Thanks to my fantastic boyfriend, I've found a new place to love. This place was magical! The staff…read morewere very professional, warm, and attentive. The pianist swept you off your feet as she played back to back hits. What a romantic addition to the stunning decor and ambiance that this restaurant and hotel created. We sat in the bar area, no reservations needed. Drinks: I had to try their espresso martini after reviews that it was the best around...well, let's just say that the reviews aren't wrong! The espresso was brewed strong and the liquor pairing was perfect. 10/10 easily! My boyfriend's drink of choice was the Port of Angel's envy and he raved about how excellent the Angel's Envy bourbon was, said it was worth taking a bottle home. 10/10 Bar bites: I ordered what I called "girl dinner" lol the caviar & shrimp toast, which I can best describe as AMAZING! A perfect 10/10 My boyfriend ordered the crab cake sliders which came with a side of fries and honey, those crab cakes were DELISH! Perfect 10/10 The fries had a hint of truffle oil on it, making them even more addictive. Overall, I'm in love with the ambiance, food, and drinks and whether you choose this place for amazing drinks with friends, bar bites while watching their large screen TVs, or a romantic dinner in the main dining area-you will not regret it.

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    Dhoom - Banana Split with 3 icecream - quite good.

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    Delicious Indian restaurant - great happy hour and brunch spot!…read more The happy hour from 4pm-7pm Monday-Fri is an amazing deal. I ordered 2 dishes and a cocktail for under $20! I requested for the Paneer Tikka Flatbread (not on the menu)- vegetarian version of the Chicken Paneer Tikka Flatbread. The naan pizza was delicious, it was stuffed with cubes of paneer with a side of Tikki Masala dipping sauce. Highly recommend it! You can get the Paneer Pizza next door too! The Paneer Tacos were filling and fun to try, but large chunky blocks of paneer. While I enjoyed the spicy mayo sauce, I wish the paneer was cut up into cubes. It just felt a bit heavy with the paneer. The Spinach Artichoke Fritters (4) were tasty. The Mango Mojito and the Mumbai Mule cocktail weren't that good, but it honestly it's hard to complain when it's only $6/drink. The unlimited weekend brunch at $38 is a great deal and well worth it! You can choose from over a dozen Indian fusion dishe - as a bonus mango lassi, chai, and soft drinks are included! You can order 2 dishes/person at a time and the servers hastily swing by to clear your plates and place your next order! Between the 3 of us, we ordered almost conquered the full brunch menu and had a delightful brunch feast! The food had a spicy kick, but not overpowering and wasn't greasy. The portions range from small, bite-size apps to full, large entree size. There's a lot of vegetarian dishes on the menu with a few non-veg as well. There's a good balance between traditional Indian dishes and Western fusion with a hint of American flavors/presentation. My favorite stand-outs: - Aam Chat Papri with crispy Papri pita like chips with mango, chick peas, and potatoes smothered in yogurt and chutney, and topped with spicy garam masala mix - Chana Bhatura with chick pea curry and fluffy, bubbly fried bread. Large portion. - Spinach and Artichoke Fritters - Crispy bite-size balls filled with creamy spinach artichoke dip, 4 come in an order and perfect for sharing! - Aloo Bravas - Crispy, diced potatoes very reminiscent of the Spanish Patatas Bravas with aioli sauce and mild masala spicy kick - Butter Chicken - My friend enjoyed it, solid full entree size. I didn't order or try it in, but it looked pretty tasty and could easily why she made a happy empty plate! - Nutella Bread Pakora - Tastes like a bites-size Nutella fried donut! So good we ordered another one! - Helluva Hallawa Trio - I enjoyed sampling the 3 types of Hallawa, ranging in savory (carrot) to more sweet and milky (my favorite). - Mango Lassi - The sweetness of the mango lassi helped to balance out and absorb the spiciness of the food. - Masala Chai - Great ending to a meal, perfectG caffeine pick me up! Paired well with the Nutella bread Pakora. The other dishes on the menu were fun to try, but would probably skip and save room for my faves: - Aloo Sabzi and Katchuri - The dense hollow shell katchuri (similar to a round empanada) made of dhal lentil smothered in Aloo potato curry sabzi was very filling and dense. After a couple of bites, I threw in the towel. - Egg Burgi and Paratha - The masala spicy scrambled egg on paratha flatbread was kind of bland and a very small portion. - Mango Mimosa - While the mimosas were only $4, it was quite tangy and didn't pair well with the meal. I wish fresh mango juice was used instead of mango flavored juice (tastes like Izzy). The lunch buffet (Mon - Fri 12pm - 2:30pm for $23 wasn't the best experience. Admittedly, I came to the buffet at 1:30pm and the food was tepid and sadly overcooked under the heat lamp. The plates were very small and it was hard to fit a bunch of food. I went to the buffet at least 3 or 4 times to try out the dishes in search of the perfect bite, which I sadly couldn't. There were 5 main standard dishes with 3 vegetarian dishes (Dal Makhani, Aloo Ghobi, and Mehti Paneer) and 2 non-veg featuring both chicken dishes (Butter Chicken and Chicken Curry) and a galore of fried fritters/pakoras (spinach, onion, potato) with a couple of new rotating stations with Pani Puri (not much going on) and Spinach Tikki and Fish Pakora fried fritters. The Mehti Paneer was quite greasy with a coat of grease at the top and the paneer was pretty stiff. It wasn't tender. The Dal Makhani was bland. The potato aloo potatoes were brittle as they were sitting under the heat lamp too long. The best part about the meal was the fluffy naan, which was made-to-order. I enjoyed 2 rounds! Order the Masala Dosa crispy! When we got it the 1st time on the lunch special, it was a bit rubbery and soggy. After the server asked us a few times whether we liked it, my hubby relented and told him the honest answer. The server got the dosa re-made to go extra crispy, which did the trick! The masala potatoes paired well with the dosa. I wasn't a fan of the Sambar. Based on the glowing brunch and happy hour experience, I would come back to try the lunch buffet with an early start right when it opens!

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    The Naisho Room

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    I thought I had booked the omakase experience, but realized I accidentally selected the wrong…read moreoption, which was disappointing at first. The staff explained they prepare omakase for a set number of guests, so they couldn't accommodate us last-minute. That said, the manager and his staff, our wonderful server completely turned the experience around with their kindness. They comped part of our meal, brought out desserts for my husband's birthday, and even treated me to a mocktail. It was such a thoughtful gesture and made the night feel really special. The service was warm and attentive, and we still had an amazing time. I've already booked omakase for next week and can't wait to come back! The place has great vibes. Highly recommend!! And the HANDROLLS WERE THE BEST WE'VE EVER HAD!!! forgot to mention how amazing the food was. Yummy!

    I usually am enamored with speakeasies, but it was really hard to love this one…read more 1. Reservations - I've been with OpenTable and other restaurant online booking systems for decades but this is a first for me. They have two separate OpenTable listings (as noted in other reviews). I was clear in that i just wanted an after work chill happy hour. I booked for 4:30. After promptly showing up at the wren for my 4:30 appointment I was told, Naisho room doesn't open until 5 pm.... So why did you let me book for 4:30?!?! No explanation. No apology just "you're early..." 2. I promptly dropped $70 for drinks and an appetizer at the Wren bar to hold me and my guests over. It wasn't bad but that's not what I was hoping for... at 4:30. 3. The service to the speakeasy was great. The "gym stag" had our 4:30 and let us in at... 5:03 pm... 4. The waitress inside the speakeasy was super awkward and off putting. She really needs a class on etiquette. I ordered quite a bit right off the bat but my guests slow roll throughout the experience and she didn't seem too happy with that. Taking away our menus doesn't encourage us to order either. You charge $22 for one tea sandwhich but can't afford to print out more menus? The menus were also pretty dingy and I hand sanitized after using them. 5. Food. Was mid at best. Not at all authentic Japanese. I had the oyster shooter, temaki, Wagyu toast, Wagyu quesadilla, and mocktail. The oyster shooter was too sweet. And you could only taste the oyster and caviar at the end. Mostly as an aftertaste. There was a "too sweet" aspect to most of the food. The temaki was okay and I liked the crunchy bits but they went too far with the plastic wrap on the seaweed. The plastic wrap gave me Japanese 7-11 onigiri vibes. You do that if you aren't efficient enough to get the food out to guests at once and the seaweed will get soggy. I'm not sure if it was for a "fun factor" for people who are unfamiliar with grocery store onigiri in Asia but in a restaurant it should be done for you. The Wagyu toast was a HUGE disappointment. It was Sooooo sweet. I filet barely taste anything except the gross, sweet jam. And the toast was soggy and the texture of the bread felt prepared the day before and like refrigerator. It was not toasted at all. The star was the Wagyu quesadilla with beef tendon chips. It was the cheapest item on the menu and the most filling and delicious. 6. Drinks were very good. Expect about $20 a pop... $50 for the Japanese whiskey is highway robbery. Nothing really "rare." I have most bottles on the kitchen counter from the Virginia ABc or DC Costco. You can buy an entire bottle of the Japanese whiskey at Costco for the cost of one serving here. Overall, the Naisho room felt like all hype. For over $100 I was still pretty hungry. If the food tasted good I would have ordered more but I didn't think it was worth it. You get a nice view but it's the same from most of the capital one building. Same view from the brewery. Don't waste your money. Go elsewhere. Plenty of better happy hour spots for much much less considering if you stay for more than two hours you have to pay for parking (we did becuase, well, our reservation was at 4:30...)

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    0.7 mi
    $$$

    My boyfriend and I have honestly turned this into one of our favorite date night spots, and I…read morerecently came here for my birthday. Every time we come, the experience is always really good. The staff was amazing, our server was super nice, and I genuinely enjoyed my whole night here. Everything we ordered was delicious. One of my favorite things here is the seafood fried rice, or whatever the exact name is lol, but it is SO good every single time. I also tried some steak this time and for somebody who really doesn't even eat steak like that, it was actually really good. And the crème brûlée? Top tier. Definitely one of my favorite desserts there. The atmosphere is always nice for a date night, birthday dinner, or just wanting to go somewhere that feels a little more upscale without being uncomfortable. I'll absolutely be back again. Also, if you've never been before, the restaurant is on the second floor and there is garage parking available, which is nice.

    Since my daughter was traveling on Mother's Day, she treated me to an early celebration the…read moreSaturday before. We had wanted to try this restaurant for years and finally made it there. We had a 1:00 p.m. reservation and were seated promptly. The setting was lovely with a slight corporate feel but still elegant and welcoming. The service was excellent from start to finish. A complimentary cinnamon scone and a rose for Mother's Day was a thoughtful touch. The whole wheat bread was hearty and delicious and we also enjoyed a wonderful French rosé. Although there was a special Mother's Day menu, we ordered from the regular menu. The Chilean sea bass was prepared Hong Kong style in a flavorful broth with sautéed spinach and pickled ginger. The flavors were excellent, although I think the fish was slightly overcooked because it was a little tough. 4/5. The stuffed shrimp with crab was light, fresh, and not overly buttery or oily, which I appreciated. 4.5/5. The banana foster butter cake was extremely sweet. Even between the two of us we could only finish half, although it was beautifully presented with freshly prepared pistachio ice cream and whipped cream. 4/5. Overall this was a very nice dining experience with attentive service, thoughtful details, and good food.

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    Eddie V's Prime Seafood - Our signature Hope Diamond Cocktail, featuring Grey Goose vodka, butterfly tea and a purple diamond ice cube

    Our signature Hope Diamond Cocktail, featuring Grey Goose vodka, butterfly tea and a purple diamond ice cube

    Eddie V's Prime Seafood - Our signature Bananas Foster is flambéed tableside and served with butter pecan ice cream.

    Our signature Bananas Foster is flambéed tableside and served with butter pecan ice cream.

    Eddie V's Prime Seafood - Live music trios.

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    Modan

    Modan

    4.0(123 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Wow. What a very high-end restaurant! I love the vibe and design of the restaurant. Deff a spot…read morewhere wearing pajamas or gym clothes is not suggested. lol. Loved our waiter, he was very entertaining and gave us a great experience. We did the Modan Tasting Experience (Six Course Meal*). My apologies for not taking note on what is each dish, but we enjoyed the meals. We still had room for more food, so if you have a big appetite, just keep in mind this will not fill you. lol. So many options to choose from! I really enjoyed their sushi so I would definitely come back to eat their sushi. I would recommend this spot!

    Pricey cocktails and wish there were more vegetarian options on the menu. The happy hour promptly…read moreended at 6:30pm (Mon - Fri 5-6:30pm). I ordered a couple of cocktails off the menu - Lychee Martini was very boozy and didn't have much flavor. The Flor de Cana Pineapple Mojito is interestingly on happy hour, but not on the main cocktail menu. It was okay and not that flavorful. Honestly, I wouldn't mind shelling out $20+ cocktail if it packed a punch with flavor and well-balanced. These cocktails didn't measure up. The Cauliflower Taco was truly bite-size and was the teeny tiniest taco I've ever seen. I wasn't a big fan of the flavor, so I was glad that it was gone within 2 bites. After spending $60+ on 2 drinks and tiny taco, I was ready to go home disappointed. Our server was friendly. Maybe I didn't order the right drinks? I might come back to try another round of drinks, but not sure if I'm willing to dish out another $20+ cocktail.

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    Modan - Modan: bar area

    Modan: bar area

    Modan - Spicy chicken karaage

    Spicy chicken karaage

    Modan - Sake Flight

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    Sake Flight

    Circa at The Boro - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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