Circo Lounge
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Quick info
About Circo Lounge
On Poole Rd in Bournemouth, Circo Lounge is a lounge bar and diner with timber floors kept from the original building. The all-day menu runs global, with tapas alongside mains and brunch dishes such as the Byron Bay brunch, and Brixton ale on draft. Ordering is done by QR code at the table, or at the bar for anyone with allergies or intolerances. Seating is self-service, so customers find their own table on arrival, and it's a walk-in setup throughout. While waiting for food, board games are on hand to play at the table. The space does not have air conditioning.
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Menu & Prices
282 dishes · mains £1–20- Lounge Breakfast£11.35
- Big Lounge Breakfast£16.35
- Veggie Breakfast£11.35
- Big Veggie Breakfast£16.35
- Breakfast Muffin With Streaky Bacon£6.95
- Breakfast Muffin With Cumberland Sausage£6.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention brixton ale on draft, byron bay brunch, fried chicken with fries and board games.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention brixton ale on draft, byron bay brunch, fried chicken with fries and board games.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the friendly, hardworking staff and a relaxed, chilled atmosphere, with brunch and breakfast drawing repeated mentions. Food is described as great and lovely, including a tender fried chicken with good fries and bbq sauce, and the Byron Bay brunch is called a favourite dish. Close behind are the Brixton ale on draft, which one local calls rare, and the board games available while waiting for an order. One reviewer who stopped by for a drink says they will return for the tapas. Service gets credit for going above and beyond, including a manager who arranged cake of the family's choice after the kitchen had closed. The caveats are specific. Two reviewers mention the heat and lack of air conditioning, one noting it was uncomfortable for kitchen staff. One visit brought a wait at the door with no one to seat the party, no table number for the QR ordering, a long wait for brunch, and burned fritters, though staff cited being short-staffed. Reviewers also say allergy orders go through the bar.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the friendly, hardworking staff and a relaxed, chilled atmosphere, with brunch and breakfast drawing repeated mentions. Food is described as great and lovely, including a tender fried chicken with good fries and bbq sauce, and the Byron Bay brunch is called a favourite dish. Close behind are the Brixton ale on draft, which one local calls rare, and the board games available while waiting for an order. One reviewer who stopped by for a drink says they will return for the tapas. Service gets credit for going above and beyond, including a manager who arranged cake of the family's choice after the kitchen had closed. The caveats are specific. Two reviewers mention the heat and lack of air conditioning, one noting it was uncomfortable for kitchen staff. One visit brought a wait at the door with no one to seat the party, no table number for the QR ordering, a long wait for brunch, and burned fritters, though staff cited being short-staffed. Reviewers also say allergy orders go through the bar.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Never disappointed with this place. A go to when not sure what people will like. Great range to suit every taste. Went for a late meal with family. Had mains and then going for dessert, found the kitchen closed at 9.30pm. The manager apologised but then came back and said the chef could serve up cake of our choice. Excellent service and much appreciated. Will be back again, no doubt.”
- Google user
“We just popped into Circo Lounge after the beach because of their reviews, but it's not really living up to them. Generally, it was okay since they told us they were short-staffed today. We had to wait 5-8 minutes at the door, where nobody welcomed or seated us. We had to go to the bar and ask if we could sit down. They told us to order with a QR code, but we didn't have a table number or a QR code on our table. We ordered the Byron Bay brunch,which arrived in between 30 - 40 mins, which is our favorite dish. It looked good, but all our fritters were burned, as you can see in the picture, normally the dish is great!”
- Google user
“Great place, staff go above and beyond, work hard and do their utmost to make everyone feel welcomed. One negative is the lack of air conditioning, especially as summers are getting hotter and I think it's unfair for staff, particularly those in kitchen to work under these conditions as well it was uncomfortable as a customer, sort it out!”
- Google user
“Love the vibe in this place. Even when they are crazy busy and hot the staff here try their best and the food is always lovely. They sell Brixton on draft which is rare. When I had family visit yesterday and they needed some post beach grub I recommended this place and they all loved it! Well done team Circo. A grateful local x”
- Google user
“A place unlike any other. With an interesting interior, exceptional service, and flavorful food. I wholeheartedly recommend it.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Lounge-bar/diner retaining original features including timber floors, with an all-day global menu.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Circo Lounge
- Harveys Westbourne4.31180 mi£20–70Wheelchair accessible
salmon main, cauliflower cheese, crab starter
- Olive Cafe4.71,0400.6 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
full english breakfast, make your own breakfast, eggs benedict
- 0.8 miWheelchair accessibleReservations
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circo LoungeWheelchair accessible | 4.51,639 | — | — | brixton ale on draft, byron bay brunch, fried chicken with fries |
| Harveys WestbourneWheelchair accessible | 4.3118 | 0 mi | £20–70 | salmon main, cauliflower cheese, crab starter |
| Olive CafeOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.71,040 | 0.6 mi | £10–20 | full english breakfast, make your own breakfast, eggs benedict |
| The Conservatory RestaurantWheelchair accessible · Reservations | 4.77 | 0.8 mi | — | chicken with fluffy mash, steak, pork chops |
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