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    Circles + Squares

    4.8 (157 reviews)
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    Closed 4:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    James P.

    Different Cheesesteak #1227. I got a cheesesteak with fried onions. I enjoyed the last minute of my video. Looking at the pictures, a few things jump out at me. I was watching the video, waiting for me to say one thing, and then I said another. Nice place with very friendly people. The cheesesteak was very good. It deserves a better roll. This roll was bready and had a soft crust. A lot of cheese and very good melt. The cheese touched everything. I am happy to report that the cheese did NOT cover the meat flavor. It is a thicker slice of meat. I could taste it through all of the cheese. The fried onions added flavor. $15 in Philly!?!? Awesomeness!!

    cheesesteak with fried onions & Cooper Sharp cheese on a Seeded Liscio's roll.  only cheese available
    Ed C.

    Friendly young lady at order window. There is only outdoor seating at park benches or a stainless steel bar-top. It was 30F so I ate in my rental suv. My order was promised in 5 minutes but I ran an errand and gave them 10 minutes. It was ready when I returned. The cheesesteak was delicious. I've never had one with Cooper Sharp Cheese and it was incredible. Apparently that's the only cheese option. Come check them out. Enjoy!!!

    Cheesesteak, definitely one of the best steaks I've had, packed with meat and cheese, look at that seeded roll!
    Familia M.

    Heard about this place online and it delivered, I ordered the upside down pie, white Sicilian, wings, chicken cheese steak and cheese steak. I was raised near New York and been craving pizza like that and they satisfied my craving, all the food was hot and fresh, they got some benches to sit and eat outside and it's fairly quiet around there, the service was super good and the people taking the orders were super nice, cant wait to go back.

    Buffalo Chicken Pizza

    Tried the buffalo chicken pizza from here not too long ago. Definitely a good pizza, its more Detroit style than a traditional pie (square, really crispy edges and undercarriage). Pretty expensive for the size, otherwise overall a solid pizza. Will have to come back for the cheesesteak.

    Christian C.

    Came here with 4 friends after hearing great things and we were not disappointed! We were pretty hungry so we ordered 5 pizzas, but ended up having about 4 slices leftover. We liked the cheese and buffalo chicken the best, but I don't think the buffalo chicken is offered all the time. The focaccia base for the square pie was nice and chewy. The sauce in the cheese pizza was fresh. Thought the white pie was a bit bland. They do accept card. Also they don't have a phone number to call, and I needed to reach them because we were arriving late to the restaurant and wanted to delay our order. I DM'ed them on Instagram and they responded in minutes and said they'd happily delay our order, so I could not speak more highly of their service. There are a few clean tables outside to eat at and it's in a pleasant neighborhood. Will be recommending this to friends.

    Pepperoni and sausage
    Mina G.

    Finally got to try them. COVID was really hard for ordering here but it seems back to normal. Takeout only it seems they don't have dining space. Order by phone or I believe they use a delivery service. Takes 20-35mins for pizza. I had their round pizza with pepperoni and sausage. Overall this is a very good American style pizza. Up there with Angelo's as best in city for this style of pizza. I enjoyed the pepperoni more than their sausage. Would come again!

    Round pie
    Amy M.

    We use the One Bite app to find places with a score of 8 or higher and I'm so glad we picked this spot today. Placed an order online right at 4:00 and it was ready in 20 mins. My husband and I slammed down slices of a round and square right in the car. The owner (assume he was the owner) was running an order out to another customer and saw us and so politely tried to give us plates and napkins but we were already done! Thank you Both pizzas were so damn good. So much flavor, so fresh. I think I slightly liked the square more just because the sauce was a little garlicky .. and the crust omg. Wish we lived closer, we'd be ordering from here weekly.

    Square cheese pizza
    Karl A.

    How it took me until this past Saturday to try Circles + Squares is beyond me, but I suppose it speaks to what a deep range of high-end pizza places Fishtown and its surrounding neighborhoods (Port Richmond & Kensington) can lay claim to these days that a place this good could have slid under my radar for so long. Thankfully, that's now a thing of the past and I can start making up for lost time. I've had three of their menu items - their fries, a cheesesteak with fried onions and pickled hot peppers, and their Cheese pizza in square-pie form. The fries were my kind of fries - flavorfully battered and crisp on the outside but ample and billowy within. The cheesesteak was served with Cooper sharp and on a quality seeded bun; it would have been excellent if I'd had it witout, but adding the fried onions and, particularly, the pickled peppers, was a good call, too. The heat level was perfect for it - not overbearing, but consistently present, contributing perfectly to the overall taste. But the pie was made the place exceptional and earned it that fifth star. The square pizza is basically everything you're nostalgic about from pizza hut pan pizzas, at least assuming you're of a certain age and participated in their book club to earn free pan personal pan pizzas al through childhood, but all grown up into an adult-pallet-friendly incarnation. The sauce stood out as a highlight, as did the perfectly crisped outer edges that lined the soft, raised center. It was easily one of the best pan/deep dish pizzas I've ever had, easily on par with the best I've had in Chicago (though I know this is more Detroit style, a city I have not as yet been to). As of this writing, C + S is a small, minimal operation - hours of operation are limited, the menu isn't huge by any means (though there's still a good few things I want to try), and they don't have drinks, so they send you to the corner store down the street. The employee who I assume was also one of the owners seemed to be reconsidering the drink situation the day I was there, as every person who came up to order or pick up while we waited for our stuff to come out asked about drinks.

    Undercarriage perfect
    Freddie V.

    My journey to find the best pizza in Philly continues. I only got a circle, planning to try a square next. This pizza had the best crust so far, crispiness is perfect when you hold the pizza up, does not flop over so it makes it easy to eat. Undercarriage and crust cooked perfectly with a slight char but no burnt taste. Cheese is flavorful and nicely flavored, no excess grease on the circle pie. Only thing is I like a little more tomato sauce on the pie but I am just nitpicking. I have no problems placing this pizza top 5 in the city so far.

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    David C.

    Wow! If you want the best Sicilian slice in Fishtown and probably all of Philadelphia stop by this place! Each pizza is hand made with superb ingredients, love, and passion. That crunch of the edges is some of the best I've ever hand and I'm a New York City Pizza snob!! The owner is on site making sure that each one of the pizzas that goes out is perfect! So glad you guys are close!! The pepperoni pie is my favorite!!

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    Nice people making good food. Pizza is consistently delicious. High quality ingredients, just order some it's the best.

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    I live in the burbs, and this is worth the hour drive. The square with pep is stupid good. Will try the circle on my next trip.

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    It was ok. Not the worst and not the best tasting pizza. Everyone was friendly. I would try it again in case if it gets better.

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    AMAZING. The square pizza is actually to die for. Cash only, but so worth it. Don't hesitate and go there right now.

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    Ask the Community - Circles + Squares

    Do you need to make a reservation or can you just walk in?

    No walk-ins for circles and sqaures at this time.

    What time should i get there on friday night and what time can i expect to walk out with 2 pizzas? T.I.A!

    At the latest 4:30pm. Depending on how many people are in front of you, probably around 6pm.

    So because there isn't much seating inside or outside, where are people eating that don't live in the city or have a house to go to? Any bring your own food places around?

    You can go to Philadelphia brewing company. They don't serve food there and are always fine if you bring in your own food and grab a beer there.

    What are his hours?

    He opens at 5pm on Wednesday-Saturday and closes whenever he sells out. I believe he usually does 150 ish pies a night. It is also cash only.

    Inside seating or just outside?

    Few inside stools (maybe 4) . Few tables outside. I wouldn't bank On inside space.

    Is the square pizza Detroit Style? i've been looking for detroit style in philly for a long time.

    Yes it is!

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    One of the best places we visited in the city. Had to hit it up twice. Yup not for the faint of…read moreheart. The sandwiches are hefty. Couldn't finish it. Friendly service let them know your new and they'll help you. Stay left to order. The right lane it for pay and pick up. It's hot inside and outside lol heat wave while visiting. Not seats took our food again to the hotel. It was a 8 min uber ride back. Still hot when we got to the room. Love this establishment and all who make it possible to experience the greatness Philadelphia has to offer. Happy 4th 250th Birthday

    We're in Philly so cheesesteaks were on our bucket list! There are many options here! We had…read moreseveral places lined up, one for each neighborhood. Angelo's was the second place we went to. It was absolutely delicious! Our cheesesteak research paid off! We ordered online. You then show up and check in at the counter and let them know you're here. Everybody waits for their order out front. But they go through the orders very quickly. There's nowhere to eat here. It's all take out! The neighbors have signs asking you to not sit in front of their house to eat. We walked to the Charlie Mitchell playground and sat in a bench to eat it. It was delicious! My cheesesteak picture isn't great but maybe cheesesteaks just don't photograph well?? Haha Definitely go there!

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    4 Stars feels low - 5 stars seems high. Overall a very…read moreenjoyable meal. Food was excellent. Here's the rundown: GRILLED HEIRLOOM CARROTS: Creamy, savory, fantastic SPRING VEGGIE SALAD*: fresh, tasty, elevated salad PAN SEARED GNOCCHI: show stopper, would order again 5 stars ROSSA (WOOD FIRED PIZZA): basic but excellent SALTED CARAMEL BUDINO: house specialty for a reason {small but really good beer selection} Service was attentive - maybe a tad too attentive but certainly well-meaning. *The only (very) slight ding, is that the waiter noted it was family style, but the portions were individual sized. We added on the salad b/c we need something else. I always thought 'family style' was larger portions shared by the table. No biggie. The room is not big a bit cozy. All table were taken but didn't feel cramped or chaotic. Overall - very glad I came to Barbuzzo and would certainly recommend.

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    Pizzeria Beddia is my top recommendation for a pizza dine-in experience in Philadelphia, and my…read morego-to spot for a memorable night out in Fishtown. While I might choose another place for takeout, when the goal is a night of pizza, wine, great atmosphere, and authentic neighborhood vibes, this is usually where we end up. The space is bright, industrial, airy, and thoughtfully designed but unforced. White walls, warm wood, considered lighting, and a floor plan with real breathing room. The vibe recalls Bucktown, Wicker Park, Williamsburg, and Greenpoint: design-forward but genuinely local. There's a great bar, and booths near the kitchen with glass windows that let you watch the staff. Our three-year-old was mesmerized, and the staff was warm and playful, smiling and waving while they cooked. A small detail, but memorable. The crowd feels local. Good music, friendly people, hip but never pretentious. It's just a fun place to be with great service, too. The food is outstanding. We usually order the chicories caesar with grana padano and breadcrumbs, and the lettuce salad with shaved vegetables and creamy oregano dressing. For pizza, we love the arrabbiata (the Angry pie) and tomato pie with sausage and pickled chilies. My wife enjoys the ice cream. A note on bringing kids: I don't think this is a family restaurant, but if your kids are curious and well-behaved, it's absolutely worth bringing them earlier in the evening. We've gone around 4:30 or 5:00 on weekends and always felt comfortable. One time, our daughter had a full meltdown, and we were mortified, but the staff couldn't have been cooler. They packed everything to go, kindly and without any judgment. That kind of grace is hard to fake, and it genuinely stuck with us. Pricing is fair for the quality of the food and the experience. Places like this can seem overrated or overpriced, but this one doesn't. It offers real value for a memorable night out. The whole restaurant feels like a microcosm of Philadelphia's progressive, creative side. There's real ambition behind it, but it still feels human and grounded, nothing sterile, nothing corporate, nothing over-engineered. Just smart people building a cool neighborhood place that others actually want to spend time in. Oh, and make a reservation. Great spot, Joe. We'll be back soon. Thank you!

    It has been quite a while since I've been to Beddia, but they never disappoint. We walked in…read morewithout a reservation on a Tuesday night with hopes of being seated (Philly is still covered in snow, so our hopes were high) and got a nice little table in the corner right away. The hostess took our coats (a nice touch!) and then a rotation of two servers explained the specials and we ordered. I love that the menu is on the shorter side and they rotate the pizza offerings, so even if you're visiting on a regular basis, you'll always be able to try something new. Additionally, when a menu is only about 2 pages, you know everything on those two pages is top notch, as was the case at Pizzeria Beddia. This evening we got the meatballs (didn't take a photo, was too excited, but they were HUGE and excellent) and the beef, pork and veal balls with a rich red sauce was outstanding. Came in an order of 2 but one was plenty for each of us. The Pizza we got had potatoes on it, and we added sausage per the servers recommendation, and it was cooked perfectly and all of the flavors blended so well together. We are so lucky to have an amazing (and nationally recognized!) pizza spot in the neighborhood and it's always nice when you can walk in without a reservation from time to time.

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    EXCELLENT LATE-NIGHT STOP! MUST TRY!…read more We walked in about an hour before closing on a Thursday night--never an ideal entrance. You know the look. The polite smile that says "it's fine" while the eyes say "it is absolutely not." Totally understandable. No one loves a near-close order. I even acknowledged it out loud--apologized, explained we weren't from the area, and that we were just trying to grab a quick bite because it was one of the few places still open. She said it was okay. Her face said otherwise. Fair enough. Here's where it turned around. The pizza came out hot, fresh, and legitimately impressive. Not "good for late night" good--just plain good. Every bite was fresh, the ingredients tasted clean, and the pizza clearly hadn't been rushed or phoned in despite the timing. Hunger probably helped, but even factoring that out, this was a standout. Honestly, I was kicking myself for not ordering an extra one to go before leaving the city. That's how good it was. We did try to get drinks, but were told the soda machine was down. The nozzles were off, so I'm guessing it was a cleaning/end-of-night thing. I won't ding them for it--though let's be real, tossing nozzles in sanitizer isn't exactly a marathon. Still, not a deal-breaker. Restaurant was clean, but of course, they were near closing. I tipped her a few bucks for staying late, and left genuinely satisfied. Bottom line: the food carried this experience completely. If you're visiting Philadelphia and need a reliable, fresh, late-night bite, &Pizza is absolutely worth the stop. Sometimes the places you expect the least end up delivering the most. I plan to 100000% return (and it'll probably be near closing time again, too)

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