/Update/ Still my favorite date night spot. Very welcoming atmosphere, warm lighting, not too quiet. Everyone was simply having a good time there. Food was amazing as usual. Loved every dish. Honestly never disappointed and we have been here multiple times. If anything, they have limited seats available so it's best to make a reservation before you go! Must-try spot in Newport News! ___________________________________________ Lovely place to have a romantic dinner. Love the ambiance. Not too quiet, not too loud. Just a nice place to enjoy drinks and food and relax. Entire crew is beyond professional and kind. First time dining in. Beautiful place. Very welcoming, relaxing and clean, well ventilated. Servers were all very pleasant and professional. Above and beyond. Lovely place for date night. We were very happy with the food. Fresh ingredients and very well executed. Each bite was packed with textures and flavors. Will definitely be back again very soon!

Where do I begin… This has to be the best dinning experience I ever had. The restaurant was very quaint. Soon as you walk in you feel so welcome. The small bite we received was absolutely delightful. It was a salmon mouse that was packed with so much flavor. For appetizers we had the Asiago bread and the friend tempura lobster. Both items was scrumptious. For our main course we had the bison meatloaf with mashed potatoes and wilted spinach as well as the Waugh steak and vegetable. Both main course was divine. My husband and I both had cocktails that were delicious. The service was top notched!! James, Kipp and Lauren were simply amazing. They were beyond attentive and helpful. We will certainly return.

This place was, by far, one of the best restaurants I have been to since my move from California to Virginia. 😍 Oddly enough, it did put me in the mind of one of those small, swanky restaurants on the corner of a street in San Francisco. This place is a hidden gem. The reviews do not give it any justice. From the quality of the dishes, to the polite and professional staff, the dining etiquette, plating, flavor, PRICE... just 👌. GREAT JOB CIRCA. 👏 👏 👏 I WILL be back. Thank You!

The lighting is dim in the restaurant so forgive my darkened picture. However it makes for a wonderful date night or birthday(really i would use any reason to go here). The Bartender was fantastic, very knowledgeable and attentive. He was half of the experience. The drinks are absolutely delicious as well as the food. The atmosphere is quaint and personal. Food can be a bit pricey but it's worth it. Update: While still a lovely place I would say the least favorite part of my meal this time was the steak. The temperature was wrong and boy was it tough(same for my guests steak). I even heard the table beside me saying the same thing about the steak they ordered. Everything else was amazing, the pork belly melts in your mouth. The wait staff are attentive and friendly(maybe just skip the steak).

What a great experience!! It started out with a phone call to confirm my reservation and the gentleman asked me if it was alright if he asked for my guest's name. The entire team knew our names and treated my wife like a queen. Every person of the Circa team worked seamlessly in concert with each other to provide the best dining experience I've had in years. It was evident by thier interaction with other guests that they have many, many returning customers, and for good reason. The food! Phenomenal and the presentation was exquisite. This is definitely a special place with great food, drink, ambience, and an attentive professional staff.

I will be back! Highly recommend you make a reservation. The feel reminds me of the 20s, the menu is small, the drinks are an experience themselves and the service was extraordinary. My husband surprised me with a date night after hearing about it from a friend. It’s tucked in a cute area and has outdoor seating. Phenomenal for a date night!

My first time coming to 1918, I had VERY high expectations from all I’d heard…those expectations were blown away! The service - impeccable yet friendly and engaging, The food - stellar. Cannot recommend the lobster dumplings/shumai nor the orange and beet salad highly enough. The balance of flavors as good as beautiful presentation! The amuse bouche a great welcoming start :) Atmosphere/vibe; warm, cozy and classy. Wonderful selection of high end bourbons and whiskeys. Can’t wait to come back again!

What can I say about this place. From the time I entered till the time I left everything was amazing. The staff was welcoming the place is small and intimate. I took my girlfriend and some friends for her birthday and I don't think I could have chosen a better place and atmosphere. The food was amazing. The bison meatloaf and the New York strip was everything. The drinks, man the drinks was perfect. If you want a date night with your significant other stop by Circa 1918. You won't be disappointed.

When I tell y’all that this place is a must to visit…I absolutely mean it. I’d call it a casual luxurious type of restaurant. It’s a tad on the pricey side, but I’d still go again. From beginning to end me and my sister were made to feel comfortable. The food was DELICIOUS and so were the cocktails. They had specials or you could order off the menu..100000/10 and I’ll be back.

I’d write a more extensive but the pile of 5 star reviews in here speaks for itself. Might be the best restaurant I’ve eaten at on the Peninsula, if not all of Hampton Roads, and at prices that put the Le Yaca’s and Schlesinger’s to shame. A MUST eat if you love well prepared fine dining. A note for the owner: might need to update the menu here in GMB…

Had one of the best meals I have ever had there last night. We started with my favorite cocktail, Lady Sings the Blues, and it did not disappoint. A drink should be tasty and presented beautifully, it was both. We had a crab appetizer that was to die for. I wanted to lick the plate. My friend and I both had the rockfish for our entrée and it was so scrumptious. Perfectly cooked and every bite lended to another bite. Kip was there to help us choose a wine and it was the perfect accompaniment. To finish the meal we chose the chocolate torte and happened to hear the table beside us rave about a chocolate espresso martini, so yes, we had to try one. It was incredible. James is an excellent bartender. I can not wait to return. If you are looking for a fine dining experience on the penninsula, this is the place. Atmosphere, staff and food are all delightful.

Had a great time here, service was amazing. I had the lamb, hubby had the wagyu ny steak- he says it was amazing, for drinks I had the Friday the 13th cocktail-delish a must try... dessert the lemon tart. Definitely will go back

My wife and I came here for a friend's birthday with his wife. The food was spectacular and so were the drinks. The service was amazing and everyone was very friendly. It is a small, cozy place and very comfortable inside! This is not the kind of place you would expect to stroll by and nab a table (there are MAYBE 15 tables). The menu is not large but EVERYTHING was amazing. We are definitely coming back.

Overall a really neat restaurant. Service was impeccable and the food was delicious. I'm only knocking down one star on atmosphere because it was quite loud. I wouldn't suggest avoiding it for that reason UNLESS you are looking for a quiet date night vibe. I'd go back again. The entrees were interesting (porridge with fish) but very tasty. Our server was incredibly attentive. Expect to pay a little more in taxes - I think this area has slightly higher tax. Bottom line, it's definitely worth a visit.

Wow! Just wow! I was in town for my birthday and saw the reviews for this restaurant and made the decision to try them out. Best meal decision that I’ve made in a while. The food was delicious and fresh. I won’t tell you the dishes that I had because their menu rotates, but you cannot go wrong with whatever you choose. Each dish was carefully put together so that all flavors built on each other. The end result is nothing short of art. The bartender, I unfortunately can’t remember his name, made me a Lavender Lemon Drop… delicious. He also gave us a few local recommendations for a night cap (which is why I can’t remember his name, lol). Overall, this is a must when in the area. Be sure to book a reservation because Circa 1918 has maybe seating for 50 people and is sure to be packed.

My husband and I moved to Newport News a year ago and we had yet to find a great place to indulge our taste buds until tonight. We had to frequently travel to Williamsburg or VB for culinary adventures, not realizing that this little french-inspired gem of Hampton Roads have been here all along. We actually found the place through Google and gave it go during one of my rare weekend night offs. We had to wait 30 mins to get sat even after making a reservation. But don't worry, this is a good story. The area is charming and I had good company (my husband) so I was a good sport about it. From the beginning though, we have felt warm hospitality and personalized service. Our hosts were gracious, honest and kind. The amuse bouche truly tickled our palates. There is complexity and balance in all the dishes that was brought to us except one. The wagyu beef. I come from Hawaii where we have fresh seafood at all times and an abundance of fine dining restaurants serving high quality wagyu, usually A5. I don't know if my standard for this particular dish was too high but it came out medium, contrary to the medium rare I ordered. The char was also too overpowering compared to the richness and subtlety that wagyu beef is known for. But they comped it for us along with our first round of drinks and appetizers. That was surprising to us and it was a testament of their great customer service. We'll be coming here again for sure. The customer service itself is worth the price. Great job Circa 1918.

Perfection at every step - upbeat, helpful and genuine attitude from everyone who works there , great menu options , beautiful presentation of the plates , the flavors and textures of the meals were top notch , and the ambiance of the place is just something you have to experience for yourself . Shout out to Kip, he really knows how to take care of guests!! Fantastic experience overall; Circa 1918 is now on my list of favorite places in Hampton roads . Thank you !! Ps- Definitely make reservations / call ahead of time as they have limited space.

We were immediately greeted at the door. The staff was very attentive, and the ombiance was on point. As we were waiting for our food, we tasted tested a few of their menu ideas. Everyone there was so nice!!! Perfect service!! Not to forget the food and drinks, FRESH & AMAZING! Me and my husband will definitely be coming back! Highly recommended!

Passion you can taste. This place is one of my top favorites for a good reason. The chefs are skilled beyond measure and the flavors are exquisite. Perfectly balanced. The bartender I'd one of the best in the area I have found and the espresso martini is out of this world perfection. A must go for any food appreciator in this area! I've now been twice and can't wait to go again and see what new flavors they put on their menu! Owner/head chef is wonderful and inviting and you can tell the skill they expect from their other chefs and kitchen staff and you can tell the servers are happy to be there. By far one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had!