Decided to stop by after taking a boat ride and it was absolutely wonderful. There wasn't a wait for a table for 4 and plenty of seating. Zippy was very attentive and help with our drink and food options. We had appetizers, drinks and an entrée each. Out of what we selected, some was more enjoyable than others but very nice portions size and flavorful. The ambiance was great! Will definitely go back for drinks and other menu items. read more

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Will return for food and the location. The service is as usual: so so, cold and slow. We've: * Fried calamari * Salmon * Grouper * Fish taco * COD sandwich * Coral reef pasta All are very good. Their chunky marinara is wonderful (not sweet), and so is the calamari. The salmon is fine. The service is cold and slow. A lone receptionist was on the phone for a long time before getting to us. Our server was slow while other serving staff were chatting loudly by the station near our table. The surroundings are enchanting. Tight park spaces. read more

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I've been here twice in two weeks! I have to say the food is above average. Actually I thoroughly enjoyed my lump crab meat BLT! On my return I tried the Parmesan Grouper which was very good. My only complaint is the seating, both times we came for a business lunch. First time we came with 5 people, one of our party was on a conference call and stayed in the car to wrap it up. We asked to be seated but were told we needed to have the full party before seating! We asked to speak with the manager, he said he would allow it this time. As if he was doing us a big favor. I could understand if the place was packed but on this day at lunch it was less than 30% full. The second visit we had a similar experience. So, it's a good spot just be sure to have all your party there when you arrive! read more

Cans in for a drink with a friend this time but have been here for dinner before. Food was delicious, service is to notch and the place is beautiful. read more

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This is our second visit in a couple months and we brought a friend. We sat inside this time by the window, enjoying the beautiful view. We also realize there's some gorgeous local artwork inside. We all had sangria and it was yummy. For appetizers we had the sesame chicken poppers and the artichoke cheese dip. They were generously portioned and tasty. Our server AJ gave us some really good recommendations. He was very helpful and attentive without being intrusive. I had the sweet heat grouper and my two dining companions both had the Italian chicken pasta. We all enjoyed our dishes. We also saved room for dessert. We had the crème brûlée and the chocolate decadence or whatever is called. The desserts were top-notch. Definitely will be back here. Fine dining at a beautiful setting. read more

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Terrific dockside bar and restaurant Excellent food, loved the grouper sandwich Phenomenal bourbon selection Service was great Nice location to hand inside and out Plenty of parking read more

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Beautiful view, great atmosphere especially on a nice evening like it was during my visit. But that's when all the happiness and magic ends for me. This is my third visit in the last two months, all with friends who wanted to dine here. My wife and I were so disappointed the last two times that we just decided on appetizers tonight which was a mistake. We ordered an order of the crab cakes which barely tasted like they had any crab meat inside. Having had crab cakes from all over the globe I know that these were subpar. If you've ever had Baltimore crab cakes then you'll understand. Then we went with the mussels and they arrived at the table cold, not under the heat lamp warm but sitting off to the side cold. Even when they took them back to warm them up, they were still horrible and we didn't even get half way done before we just gave up on them. The service was okay but other than the view, atmosphere and ambiance this will be my last visit here. This place is always crowded so maybe it's just us. read more

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Came for a late lunch by the water after visiting the manatee viewing area, we were just searching for spots nearby and chose correctly! Started with the lobster dip: big chunks of lobster in a warm, cheesy dip with a crispy toast that gives a great crunch and works perfectly for dipping. I had the crispy cod sandwich -- a big, hearty sandwich. The fish was perfectly crispy, the slaw adds great texture and balance, and the fries were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The lunch menu had a good variety of options. One of my friends got the surf and turf and had great things to say about it. Solid good choice if you're looking for a solid spot by the water! read more

Circles Waterfront at Lands End Marina - Lobster dip - Seafood Near Me - Apollo Beach, Florida

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I chose Circles because of the view and vast food choices. The front desk feels like a hotel lobby. They greeted us and sat us down quickly. We sat on the patio because we wanted the view however it was way too cold and the heater just wasn't doing it for us. They were so accommodating and switched us to the bar area on a high table and chairs. We were happy their. We ordered the Crack is Whack Shrimp which were delicious. The sauce is really good. They had a nice crunch and I wanted more. I ordered the Cod sandwich. If you look at the picture I attached you will see that the piece of cod was bigger than the buns. No complaints there. The slaw and sauce all complimented each other. This was a very tasty sandwich. The fries were hit and crispy. The Signature Grouper and Scallops were just as delicious. They were both seasoned to perfection. The asparagus was a bit overcooked. The rice was good too. The waitress showed up for ours drinks, food order and food delivery but after that we didn't see her for a long while. However, we were in conversation that we didn't notice until we were done eating. Overall, the food was a 10/10. The place was beautiful. The service was just okay. read more

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It's been a minute since dining at Circles. We have eaten there in the past and found it good nothing great. However lastnight we decided to stop in last minute. The service was great. The food lastnight was a very nice surprise. It was excellent. The grouper bites were amazing. The star the night. Very light, crispy and fresh. Cesar was very good. Chilean Sea Bass was cooked to perfection as was the Grouper Dinner. Both were ordered with the butter sauce. Sides were very good. Martinis on spot. Sorry no pictures. We will be back soon as locals. read more

Service was great, ambiance speaks for itself. Food was cooked perfectly. I enjoyed the company and the weather was great. Felt like I was eating at home if I had an oceanfront patio. I would definitely return. read more

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We stopped in on a Thursday evening before 6 PM for dinner. Beautiful outside seating overlooking the marina. I ordered the catch of the day from the daily specials menu, which was yellow snapper $29 includes two sides. About 5 minutes after we ordered, we were told there was none. Not good. We did enjoy the mussels and hubby liked the spicy grouper. I wound up with their version of bang bang shrimp which was okay. The service was fine, but the flies were horrific--on the tables, in your face, on the food and all over the place. Ick. read more

This restaurant transports you to a tropical oasis. I love the fact that you have the view of the water and multiple different spaces to chose from indoors to bar seating with TVs so you can catch a game. They have a good variety of options on the menu and everything that I tried was delicious. The parking lot is huge but it does get packed so expect higher wait times during peak times. Our server's name was AJ and he was very attentive and personable. We will be back! read more

Listen.. the view was nice, but the food was mid. I was honestly kind of disappointed after seeing such positive reviews and waiting so long for a table. It was okay, the chowder was pretty good, but the grouper and the rice were kind of dry and lacked flavor. The staff were very nice and helpful. read more

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Circles was pretty packed, but the location has a large amount of options when it comes to seating... You can sit at the bar area that's 21+ you can sit on the beach area by the stage, you can sit under a covered area that also is outside, or you can opt for their inside dining. They do not offer reservations, but the wait was about five minutes. Our server was very kind and tentative. She was very great. My only complaint was that she did not verbally let us know about the specials... So we completely missed out on a menu until after we had already started ordering our apps so we ended up ordering more because what we actually wanted was on that specialty menu (NOLA BBQ SHRIMP and CRAB BLT). The grouper bites are amazing. I love their tartar sauce. It comes with a pickle base. I also loved the New Orleans barbecue shrimp. It was arguably the best thing I had all night that was on the menu. We missed out on the first round of ordering. The drinks are strong, but very good. I would go back for apps and cocktails. We all ordered the grouper sandwich, fried and blackebed. My family was upset with the fried as it was not crunchy/croepy. My blackened grouper sandwich looked amazing, but was bland... I had to dress it up with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. The crabcakes had so much potential, but they tasted a little too fresh with a little ocean flavor. The signs all around the property are hilarious. I love them so much. I also enjoyed the painting and murals around the bar. read more

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I am clearly a glutton for punishment! I had the Crab and Corn Chowder (typically a solid pick that does not disappoint) and the Coral Reef Linguine. The soup had an abundance of corn shattered shells and the scallops were clearly not fresh. I truly want this restaurant to work for me. read more

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This place rocks. Staff is on point and don't miss a beat. Love the teal colored interior and the modern pop art when I walk in. The view overlooks a harbor. I ordered the Coral Reef Linguine. The sauce in that is perfect and so was the portion they give you. This is actually my parents' favorite restaurant in the area and they've lived here for years but it was my first time. Definitely coming back here at some point. read more

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All my food was hot and fresh.. Appetizer calamari and Cajun wings. Main course steak garlic and butter orzo..Watermelon margarita read more

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Let me start off with the positives: the ambiance is great right on the water. A lot of care clearly went into the tropical garden feel and it's well maintained. The people are also very nice even if service is a little slow. Okay, now to the meat of what you're interested in: the food. If the food were 50% cheaper you'd probably be willing to overlook its shortcomings for the ambiance. There's little seasoning to be found on anything so everything is bland. Even the fries are completely lacking in salt. The grouper was breaded nicely and cooked properly but it was almost tasteless. The bacon carried my wife's Crab BLT because everything was so bland for her. The lobster dip appetizer had uncooked Parmesan sprinkled on the bread that was neither bruschetta nor dipping bread so it just didn't work well as an appetizer either. Overall, there's a better restaurant literally next door that's a little cheaper and I can't see coming back after such a disappointing outing. read more

Circles Waterfront at Lands End Marina - Lump Crab BLT - Seafood Near Me - Apollo Beach, Florida

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Finally checked out Circles Waterfront Restaurant in Apollo Beach for lunch, and it was such a vibe! The atmosphere is super relaxed with a marina setting and beautiful waterfront views. They don't take reservations since it's first come, first served, but the space is pretty spacious so you don't feel cramped. Perfect spot for a laid-back meal by the water and Dog friendly! I definitely will come back! What I ordered: - BADASS FISH SPREAD - CRAB CAKES - CRISPY COD SANDWICH - NOD TO PDQ read more

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First time here, and won't be the last. The drink menu (menus) were a little overwhelming!! But we loved all the apps and food we got. Definitely will be back. read more

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As a longtime resident of the Brandon/Riverview area it's taking me a while to visit this spot over the years. I've heard so many good things and I finally decided to go for lunch and was not disappointed. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the surf and turf and crab lump sandwich that was on the lunch menu. The food was seasoned very well, and my steak was the perfect temperature. The crab lump sandwich was delightfully refreshing with the side salad. We also ordered the mussels and the creamy sauce that it was in was very addicting! The layout of the restaurant was very spacious and I like the fact that there was a huge outdoor patio with plenty seating. read more

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Circles is a great! My family and I frequent Circles because it's always a solid choice. The food is great, the service is friendly and the vibe is always casual and laid back. The last time I went, I got the salmon w/ broccoli and mashed potatoes. The salmon was fresh, the broccoli was earthy and the mashed potatoes were buttery and smooth. read more

Circles Waterfront at Lands End Marina - Alaskan salmon w/ mashed potatoes and broccoli - Seafood Near Me - Apollo Beach, Florida

Circles is a great place for dinner. I went with a group of 9. Our server was Renee who was excellent! They have interior and exterior seating. They only take walk ins, no reservations available. All the food was exceptional! We tried calamari, scallops, salmon and pasta. The desserts were yummy! My favorite is the crème brûlée. Go outside for sunset views on the water! read more

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Visited Circles for a Father's Day dinner and was pleasantly surprised. I sopped patronizing Circles when they had to close because of a health department inspection. Soon after that, Covid hit and Circles changed the menu (limited options). Food was not as good. I understand they had a management or owner change, so we tried it again. It has always been our favorite restaurant in the past. Results: Nice! Food was back to "terrific" standard, drinks were great and staff were very pleasant! Apollo Beach is lucky to have a remarkable dining option. read more

Went to Circles the other night had a group of 12 We were seated inside and had a lovely time Not our first visit We always take our out of town visitors here as the food is always amazing and the atmosphere is wonderful Our daughter who is celiac loved the choices for her dietary restrictions and had no ill side effects She even had the crème brûlée for desert read more

The Grouper was excellent! We had a great seat on the patio overlooking the boat dock and water. Our server seemed a bit distracted, but it was a bit busy when we first got there. Overall the experience was great and the food was awesome! Great family atmosphere. They have an unused stage that use to have live music regularly. Would love to see that come back to life! read more

Circles Waterfront at Lands End Marina - Beautiful View from the patio - Seafood Near Me - Apollo Beach, Florida

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Enjoy Circles, especially with friends! Morgan is a stellar barkeep! We are hooked on the Ahi Tuna & the chicken bombers. The guys at the bar next to us had fried fish, which they said was good. I tried the Watermelon Marg. Yummers! Update: Went back yesterday. The bartender was just rude! He kept saying things under his breath. I could hear. He got mad that we asked him to wipe the bar. He is consistently rude and he should not wonder why there was only one guy at the bar when we got there. We live around the corner and if this guy with his baseball cap and reflective sunnies think he is too cool, we won't sit at the bar when he's there. It's a shame, but all the other servers and bartenders are sweet. Overall, we dig the new vibe up there! Thanks for listening. read more

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The service was excellent, we got seated right away at a table with a view of the water. We all enjoyed what we ordered, the food was delicious. read more

Great visit recently. Parking lot is small compared to the amount of seating that is available. Servers were fast and friendly, and we had some really tasty ahi tuna and a couple of brews by the water while watching some football. Great spot to do it!! read more

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Came to Circles for a late lunch on a boat day over the weekend. Plenty of space to pull your boat up. I love all the amazing murals all over the restaurant, even in the bathroom stalls. To drink I order a virgin pina colada which I loved. For lunch I ordered the sesame chicken bombs which were really good. Service was great and my phone died after taking all the photos of the murals. I really appreciate our waitress finding a phone charger for me. read more

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this is my first time at circles and I absolutely will be coming back! I did treat myself to lunch, so I sat on the water and it was just a beautiful day. They do have a good amount of options, since it was lunch. I definitely chose from the lunch menu. I started off with a nice cold beer, my waitresses name was Renee and she was really sweet! First, I tried the warm lobster dip, that was good. I do wish that there was a little bit more seasoning to it, but it was good for what it was for sure. then I got the steak sandwich, which was delicious! A great amount of onions and cheese, the fries are really good too. I asked Renee for her opinion on some recommendations on a cocktail to try, I don't remember the name of it, but it was really good. It had honey and pineapple I think. Lastly, I did have some seltzer, those were also good and the vibes were great. The music is blasting, and the bathrooms are really clean, the aesthetic of this place is just really trendy and a nice vibe on the water, I love that. they do have inside seating as well, but even though it was a little windy out, it was really nice on the water with the sun. I will absolutely be going back! read more

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I have dined there a number of times with my relatives from south Florida. The service is great and the food is prepared to our satisfaction. We have enjoyed the Grouper, Gulf Shrimp, and the desserts are to die for. Circles offers outdoor dining. There are boats and marina on property. It's worth the drive and the time spent there. read more

Went for my mom's bday Wednesday and I've got to say the best thing is the sunset waterside view. Everything else is just blah, not great not bad just is not memorable. The food was okay the service was okay and they do nothing for birthdays. Go for a beer and watch the water but nothing else really worth the money here. read more

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I didn't take any photos but I will say the ambiance of the restaurant was very nice. It looks like your typical nicer type Florida seafood place. Reminds me of being a kid and going out to eat with my grandparents. Despite having reservations they wouldn't seat our group which was a good size party until everyone had arrived. Then the waitress informed us that gratuity was included and they could not split the seats for checks. This was an immediate red flag and did not do anything to impress. The food was decent. I don't remember anything ordered as a group being amazing and one person had to send their steak back because it was overcooked. I wouldn't return. It was just ok. read more

The crabcakes are amazing and the filet mignon is to die for. Sitting by the water is so relaxing read more

Circles Waterfront at Lands End Marina - Best birthday dinner for my 16 year old - Seafood Near Me - Apollo Beach, Florida

Worst restaurant experience I've ever had, bad attitude waitress and manager couldn't answer a simple question and instead of attempting to accommodate asked us to leave because we didn't want them to take our stroller to a corner. Given that they instantly resorted to hostility, I imagine their Google reviews are completely bought and paid for. Highly advise against patronizing this poorly run establishment. read more

Love this little local spot! It's in a great area, always fully staffed and has a nice atmosphere. The food is good, a little pricey but decent portions. The staff is always hustling, and kind and they always have something to entertain. read more

Stopped by to get a quick bite. Good food and great service.. My only complaint was that although there were plenty of them the French fries were basic...nothing special. My husband loved his salad and the fried shrimp was seasoned well. We love the atmosphere. Definitely on our go to spot for an all around good experience. read more

Circles Waterfront at Lands End Marina - Spinach, Fruit & Deez Nutz Salad with grilled chicken and shrimp. - Seafood Near Me - Apollo Beach, Florida

I stopped in while traveling from Orlando to Venice Beach for the weekend solely based on so many great gluten free reviews. It did not disappoint! This is a large restaurant on the marina and we were seated outside under the porch with refreshing misting fans, making August outdoor dining enjoyable! We arrived for lunch and appreciated the lunch alcohol prices! The El Grande Orgasmo was light and refreshing. I shared a half order of the peel and eat shrimp, which were huge, with a nice balance of both crunchy and creamy. The fresh catch was grilled to perfection with a light blackened seasoning. The menu didn't mention that the potatoes were fried so I was a little disappointed by that and didn't eat them. The service was quick and the server was friendly. I appreciate the seperate bathrooms for men and women! We will definitely return next time that we are in the area! read more