CIRCA at Chinatown is the latest location for this popular restaurant in and around the DC area, and it's a polished and professional eatery worthy of an immediate visit. The menu features CIRCA classics with a distinct Asian flare to accommodate the neighborhood, and also the second floor Dragon Bar for happy hour, late night drinks, and more.

Stop in for lunch Monday through Friday for premium salads, sandwiches, and bowls, or check out their weekend brunch for favorites like Bulgogi fried rice and Southern fried chicken benedict. Dinner service begins daily at 4 p.m., and the menu includes a variety of small plates, flatbreads, and upscale entrees like the pan roasted royal sea bass with wild mushroom soy broth. Both Asian cuisine fans and those who prefer just a gold old American steak and fries will find something in the broad menu.

Find CIRCA at Chinatown near the Capitol One Arena and Gallery Place Metro on 7th Street NW.

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