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    More interactive entertainment comes by way of the Sensa Cel Bar and adjoining Sensa Cel booths with touch screens and large scale Etch-a-Sketches. Skyy Cinema Lounge has décor directly from an airport as imagined by Stanley Kubrick in the 60s. Hundreds of Skyy bottles cover the walls and their baleful blue gaze can be covered for film presentations. The Ballroom, a glassed-in, pseudo-Victorian space brandishes exposed brick and two-story columns. Both of these spaces can be sealed off from the main room for private events. If you're feeling particularly decadent, the top floor (currently the art department) is being converted into a condo that will provide renters with unfettered access to the club. Your neighbours will by noisy, but water pressure should be great.

    Cover charges are being debated. They'll be high enough to exclude the plebs, but not expensive enough to prove prohibitive. Care of Toronto's infamous AD/D crew, Friday's "Random Land" will offer an eclectic mix of styles and sounds with an artistic/Queen West bent. Conversely, Saturday's "Traffic" has a more traditional dance approach, tossing off house in all its myriad permutations, and brought to you by GEM Events (famed importers of big-name DJs).

    The arty aspect of Circa, though occasionally disconcerting, is beautifully done. An extremely interactive, fun-filled gallery salutes the artists of Kidrobot. Imagine a Science Centre exhibit, intended as an alcohol-saturated playground and re-imagined by a demented child. Hallways are lined with syringe-embossed mirrors (nervy, considering the charges that Gatien faced in the US) and outstretched mannequin torsos. Leather-clad mannequins hang from stairwell ceilings and photograph-filled light panels stud the walls.

    With most nightclubs nailing down anything breakable, Circa has placed a lot of faith in the good behavior or its patrons. It would only take a few of Adam Vaughn's Entertainment District “hooligans” to severely scar the atmosphere and sully the elaborate decor. Circa believes that a strict door policy, a strong security presence and a high-end clientèle will avoid any problems. Are there 3000 high-end club-goers in the GTA? And will they be willing to venture into the Entertainment District on a weekend night? It would be a tragedy if the Circa concept and ambitious plans are diluted to attract a more common element, but a bit more commonality may become necessary to fuel the massive financial requirements.-D.R.

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    AT A GLANCE
    Circa
    126 John Street, Toronto, ON
    416-979-0044
    Clubland
    Venue:
    Dance Club
    Hours:
    Fri. & Sat.: 9:00pm-4:00am
    Price Range:
    $$$
    Payment:
    Master Card, Visa, American Express
    THE BUZZ

    IN THE AREA
    Ame

    75 Reader Reviews

    Honestly, if you've been to Circa once, you've seen and heard it all. It's always the same thing.. I've been there twice. Once for my birthday in November '09 on a random Friday night, and then again in January '10 for a University/College night. Same old creepy guys, same old club hoes and same old watered down overpriced drinks.
    Security is friendly, there are places to sit down...very important when wearing heels (girls I got your back!) and the crowd is great...it's a club, so I'm sure we're all expecting the same thing - good looking guys and girls.

    If it's your first time going, you'll LOVE IT. So I advise you to go, don't worry about what other people think...you truly should experience it once for yourself. Other then that...I wouldn't go again if I had the choice...but sadly I might have to again this Friday, as some of my 905er friends are coming by...sigh.

    Make sure you get on Guestlist on event nights...the line up can get pretty intense! And it's horrible waiting in the cold...even though they have that holding booth. Still chilly! (But there is coat check)!

    1. JustAnotherClubber's Review :: March 03, 2010
    JustAnotherClubber's Rating: 3 Stars
    F*** circa go to GUV

    2. K's Review :: February 14, 2010
    K's Rating: Stars
    The place definitely to be this weekend.It seemed that Circa was only place with peolpe in it this weekend.Don't know what's going on in the city,but everywhere was dead, especailly King St West where all the flat broke wanna's b's hangout

    3. Anonymous's Review :: December 24, 2009
    Anonymous's Rating: Stars
    I was at Circa on the weekend and there were no signs of closing down.The place packed by 12:30 and we ended up staying til 3am.The security guys at the door sold me and my friends 8 tickets for new year's and they didn't have anymore on hand...If they are not closed now why would they be closed for new year's,obviously they paid there rent for December otherwise they won't be open.It's definitely the best place in the city to be on new year's where the most peolpe are going to be. Peolpe who make stupid comments should REALLY SHOULD THINK BEFORE THEY SPEAK or find out the truth instead of talking out there ass

    4. Shawn Lecour's Review :: December 24, 2009
    Shawn Lecour's Rating: 3 Stars
    Circa's Liquor License is Suspended and they were closed down this weekend, they should at least post it on their website and facebook group so their customers don't make the trip there for no reason. Who's running this place, obviously someone is incompetent.

    5. Jan's Review :: November 29, 2009
    Jan's Rating: 1 Stars
    Rumor has it that Circa has filed for bankruptcy and that they haven't been paying their bills or their staff. My friends and I were planning on going there for New Years Eve but now I don't know if it is even going to be in business when New Years eve rolls around. I'm definately not taking the chance of buying advance tickets and being out that money and no place to go for New Years Eve. Just a warning to all of you that have thought of going there. Just have to find another place.

    6. Rachel's Review :: November 21, 2009
    Rachel's Rating: Stars
    expensive.
    empty.
    Dont appreciate $20 cover, $8 drinks and 50 people in a massive club

    7. Tina's Review :: October 19, 2009
    Tina's Rating: 1 Stars
    Wicked weekend at Circa...ADAM K WAS UNREAL!

    8. Anonymous's Review :: October 12, 2009
    Anonymous's Rating: 4 Stars
    I am very disappointed in the service i have received by Circa's security. I made the mistake of leaving my jacket in one of their VIP booths upstairs as the club was closing. I realized immediately that my jacket wasn't with me AS I GOT DOWN THE STEPS,I attempted to go retrieve my jacket and two of the security guards told me that I couldn't retrieve it and one security guard explain to me that my jacket had been retrieved and that due to the fact that it already had been put in lost and found that I could not retrieve it at that point, however, I did have the option of retrieving it during office hours. I felt ok because they said they had my jacket. The next day I called I explain myself, and the lost and found department took my name and number and said that they would give me a call back within 3 business days. I never received a call back,a week goes by, I call them back and again a run around, except for now they can't see a black leather jacket. I am extremely upset at how they handled the situation. I only left that evening because the security at Circa assured me that they had my jacket, now THEY DON'T. I WILL NEVER GO THERE AGAIN....THEIR FLOORS ARE SLIPPERY I SEE GIRLS FALLING ALL THE TIME AND THE VIBE IS WACK...NO MOMENTUM IN THE CRAWD AND THIS IS VIP PEOPLE!!! THE NEXT TIME A SECURITY GUARD SAYS DON'T WORRY I HAVE YOUR WHAT EVER.....DON'T BELIEVE,BETTER YET DONT THINK THAT JUST BECAUSE YOU ARE IN VIP SECTION THAT YOU ARE ACTUALLY TREATED THAT WAY AT CIRCA...VERY DISAPOINTED THAT SOMEONE THAT WORKS AT CIRCA NEEDED A JACKET THAT BAD THAT THEY HAD TO STEAL A CUSTOMERS JACKET....IF YOU NEEDED A JACKET THAT BAD...ALL YOU HAD TO DO IS ASK...THAT'S SOFT...ENJOY IT;)

    9. Raphael's Review :: September 25, 2009
    Raphael's Rating: 2 Stars
    The decor is awesome, the service is efficient and fast and the security do their job very well - if you happen to be of hindrance or annoyance to them (as with any other club or bar) expect to be treated in that way.
    Anyone that goes to clubs - especially as "VIP" - have to realize that the security aren't there to serve you, they're their to protect you but most importantly to protect the club. Managers only care about you if you drop a noticeable amount of money, especially at a club as huge as CiRCA. Speaking of the size of the club, it probably costs a lot to run which definitely means the price of everything is jacked up.

    10. Isla's Review :: September 10, 2009
    Isla's Rating: 4 Stars
    One more thing i forgot to tell is Bathroom. If the bathroom is big has clean look and bright lights and people give paper that means they want to give best service to customers.

    I find lots of people whining , please let me which club is better than circa , i would like to visit and see because i would be missing out if there is a better club.

    Also no waiting in line unlike all other clubs in toronto. Line goes so goes so fast you do not feel like you waited 1 min.

    Only one thing missing in Circa is special events and new DJs on saturday along with host DJ.

    11. Alex's Review :: September 03, 2009
    Alex's Rating: 4 Stars
    This is the best club TORONTO!. Period. Every club in toronto start well and go downhill to trash. Toronto people has to have lucky to have BIG club that is running well.

    Government club is this big but the music and crowd were teenies.

    Circa has highend look and they almost full on saturday with 3 big monster clubs inside. Not your tiny clubs.

    Music in mainroom is fine. Other rooms probably fine. What i like is in big club is your do not smell everyone seat like in all toronto clubs. Lots of space. Lots of gold diggers around. But again they are there because the club is spectacularly good. I still think there should be access to DJ for people to request songs and stuff , more interactive and more GO GO dancers.

    They have twice the people in saturday than friday. Only thing i want more is multiple DJs on Mainroom and GO GO dancer to make it spectacle on every saturday night.

    Every other club in toronto sucks comparatively.



    12. Alex's Review :: September 03, 2009
    Alex's Rating: 4 Stars
    I was just at Circa this weekend, Circa is totally overated, go only if you want to smoke in a "dead fish smelling" smoking section at a back alley that is not adequate for the size of the club, very rude and arrogant security (I have been to a lot of clubs and Circa rates #1 for rude and arrogant security) And there is an old woman handing out paper towels in the men's washroom on the ground floor, what?!?!? The music was good but the crowd seemed less classy then most clubs. Yes the decor of the club is good, but do you go to a club just to look at the walls?!? Please avoid this club.

    13. Luke's Review :: September 01, 2009
    Luke's Rating: 1 Stars
    Just go there and see for yourself, obviously there is some controversy about whether Circa is amazing or not. So stop wasting your time reading these reviews...and just get dressed, and go party ! =)

    14. Try It Yourself's Review :: June 19, 2009
    Try It Yourself's Rating: Stars
    Circa was awesome i went for a date's birthday. the drinks were a little overpriced but otherwise great atmosphere. great girls. and bartenders were gorgeous. bouncers were a little bit in your face but other than that had a great time.

    15. Caolinn's Review :: January 26, 2009
    Caolinn's Rating: 4 Stars
    clubbing is for whack ass loser, sluts who want free drinks, and guys dumb enough to buy them

    16. Ben's Review :: November 01, 2008
    Ben's Rating: Stars
    I plan on making a 5 hour pilgrimage to yet another masterpiece created by Mr. Gatien. I have yet to go to Circa......HOWEVER,

    You are all a bunch of whiney clueless losers. You should feel privileged and honored to have set foot in one of his clubs. If you were treated poorly it’s because you are pretentious and ungrateful You obviously deserved it. The Limelight, The Tunnel, Twilo and The Palladium (among others) were all works of art. The USA can no longer boast having this genius as a resident but obviously Canada does not deserve the honor. Try going to a club in New York with your crappy attitude and see if it gets you behind the velvet ropes. I feel sorry for the people that have no idea what it was like to be a part of the club seen in the 90's. These people will never understand how amazing it truly was. All they understand is getting slighted by the doorman and going home alone that night due to their piss-poor attitude. I will still travel across the borders to dance all night at Circa and bring the party with me because it's absent in Toronto.


    You all have made me sick to my stomach. Congrats!

    17. Pissed Off In New Jersey's Review :: October 06, 2008
    Pissed Off In New Jersey's Rating: 4 Stars
    Warning!!! don't go to CIRCA unless you want to waste time, money, and be disrespected.This club is completely over-rated. I had reserved a VIP booth and had a lousy service which was totally embarrassing in front of my friends who came to Canada for a visit. The culture of the club is ver poor which is a reflection of the unprofessional staff and lack of leadership of the people who manage the club. I had asked the bouncer to speak with the manager, he laughed in my face and remarked "who are you?", I replied "I am a customer",he walked away and never came back, a while later I saw the bouncer again and asked him that I still want to speak to the manager of the club, he threatened to throw me and all my friends out of the club. I was on their VIP list, I am wondering what would've happened if I was a non-VIP customer???!!!! I encourage all of the people out there to restore their self respect and dignity by avoiding CIRCA.

    18. Brenda Sullivan's Review :: September 14, 2008
    Brenda Sullivan's Rating: 1 Stars
    Lousy night club, totally over-rated, prices, bouncers, and bartenders are all rubbish. Do yourself a favor and don't go to Circa, there are plenty of places in Toronto to go to and have a fabolous time.

    19. Brenda Sullivan's Review :: September 14, 2008
    Brenda Sullivan's Rating: 1 Stars
    This club is completely over rated. I booked a $500 VIP booth and in return received nothing but a back ally smoking section, slutty hostesses and arrogant bouncers. I slipped and fell on the unbelievably slippery floor numerous times, the bouncers threatened to kick my friend out of our VIP booth because she was making out with her own boyfriend and to top it all off offered absolutely no amount of concern at all when my iphone was stolen out of my VIP booth. This club has zero class and no respect for their customers. I was completely disgusted by CiRCA. This is NOT an upscale club at all, do not be fooled.

    Oh and one more thing, why in the world would CiRCA allow random people to just roam around free up in the VIP area, I don't get it at all.

    20. Anonymous's Review :: September 14, 2008
    Anonymous's Rating: Stars
    I always have a great time when I come here. So much to look at. The live art is really cool. My favorite part or the club is the bathroom bar the atmosphere is awesome, all the people are in full tilt. I went to see David Guetta it was a jam packed night. Hopefully they will keep bringing in such great talent.

    21. Krista's Review :: August 28, 2008
    Krista's Rating: 3 Stars
    This is one of the worse club you can go in Toronto.
    Basically nothing was right, bouncers, prices, anything. . .
    Only good thing was the toilet club room with a dentist chair.
    Rubbish club.

    22. Sashii's Review :: July 19, 2008
    Sashii's Rating: 1 Stars
    2 hours twice of week of physio therapy and ostee for who knows how long and I no longer care about the great decor or who they showcase.
    I ended up in emergency and recieved serious injuries to my spine
    after being thrown to the ground by their "contracted security".
    We have done running shoe promotions with these guys and ironically I was thrown out with no shoes.
    We dropped 80.00 at the door and arround 500.00 at the bar. Do you think we drank too much? They did but didnt but did.
    No response is the standard response.
    Fun club but be carefull and stay very sober and docile.


    23. Shoeless Joe's Review :: July 05, 2008
    Shoeless Joe's Rating: 1 Stars
    Went to Circa for the first time this past Sunday for the PRIDE event. We were actually really blown away by everything there. The music was great, the different rooms were like walking into movie sets. The bars were well staffed and service was quick and friendly.

    Things were busy but it didn't feel over crowded, there were lots of places to get away and relax. Crowd was really fun too, we'd gladly go back. I'm glad we waited to check it out because seems they've ironed out a lot of the issues that were there for opening.

    24. Anonymous's Review :: July 01, 2008
    Anonymous's Rating: 4 Stars
    I went to Circa to see Simian Mobile Disco on March 21st and the place was awesome. The soundsystem kicks a$$. If you're looking for a loud, packed and rockin place to dance all night then this is the place to go!
    Rating: 3

    25. Anonymous's Review :: April 23, 2008
    I went to Circa to see Simian Mobile Disco on March 21st and the place was awesome. The soundsystem kicks a$$. If you're looking for a loud, packed and rockin place to dance all night then this is the place to go!

    26. Savi's Review :: April 23, 2008
    Savi's Rating: 3 Stars
    Circa is the worst club I have ever been to in my entire life! For starters, they gave me the wrong coat check card at the beginning of the night so when i went to get my coat at the end of the night they gave me a mens coat. I proceeded to tell the stupid coat check people that they gave me the wrong coat check ticket at the beginning of the night and they basically told me to bad so sad, if i want to get my coat back i would have to wait until the end of the night when everyone left. I was not prepared to do this, especially because they screwed up. I could see my coat hanging behind the coat check table and i had a peice of photo id in my coat pocket, they still refused to give me my coat back and now had security threatening to kick me out if i didn't leave the coat check area. Most of my guy friends that were trying to help me get my coat back were picked up and thrown out of the club by the security I emailed the manager a complaint of what happened and he never responded, great customer service! While all of this was going on I watched 5 bouncers beat the shit out of this guy so badly that he was bleeding from his head in more than one place, it was disgusting. I will never go back to this place again. It is definately not worth the $20 cover!

    27. Anonymous's Review :: April 11, 2008
    Circa is the worst club I have ever been to in my entire life! For starters, they gave me the wrong coat check card at the beginning of the night so when i went to get my coat at the end of the night they gave me a mens coat. I proceeded to tell the stupid coat check people that they gave me the wrong coat check ticket at the beginning of the night and they basically told me to bad so sad, if i want to get my coat back i would have to wait until the end of the night when everyone left. I was not prepared to do this, especially because they screwed up. I could see my coat hanging behind the coat check table and i had a peice of photo id in my coat pocket, they still refused to give me my coat back and now had security threatening to kick me out if i didn't leave the coat check area. Most of my guy friends that were trying to help me get my coat back were picked up and thrown out of the club by the security I emailed the manager a complaint of what happened and he never responded, great customer service! While all of this was going on I watched 5 bouncers beat the shit out of this guy so badly that he was bleeding from his head in more than one place, it was disgusting. I will never go back to this place again. It is definately not worth the $20 cover!

    28. Anonymous's Review :: April 11, 2008
    Anonymous's Rating: 1 Stars
    Visited Circa Saturday, March 1st, very excited to see Bob Sinclar.

    And left with just one word in my head: Frightening.

    The club was packed way over capacity. Hallways were jammed to claustrophobic levels. Bouncers screamed at the crowds. Men patrons were shoving female patrons.

    I understand that this place is a 'super-club'...so the crowds are to be expected. What is not expected is the sheer chaos that only seemed to build throughout the night.

    We constantly were given conflicting directions by staff members - which had us, and many other people wasting our times fighting up hallways, only to be screamed at that we were going the wrong way.
    One bouncer actually screamed at a patron "if you men wouldn't walk like B*tches, we could all move along faster."

    I visited this club on opening weekend, and was excited to return, esp. for such an international DJ. We wont' be making that mistake again. I don't go out to clubs to feel processed like cattle.

    Overall, its really too bad - Circa is a great concept, but until they get a handle on coping with crowds (and not overpacking the place) it just isn't safe, or fun.

    29. Anonymous's Review :: March 03, 2008
    Visited Circa Saturday, March 1st, very excited to see Bob Sinclar.

    And left with just one word in my head: Frightening.

    The club was packed way over capacity. Hallways were jammed to claustrophobic levels. Bouncers screamed at the crowds. Men patrons were shoving female patrons.

    I understand that this place is a 'super-club'...so the crowds are to be expected. What is not expected is the sheer chaos that only seemed to build throughout the night.

    We constantly were given conflicting directions by staff members - which had us, and many other people wasting our times fighting up hallways, only to be screamed at that we were going the wrong way.
    One bouncer actually screamed at a patron "if you men wouldn't walk like B*tches, we could all move along faster."

    I visited this club on opening weekend, and was excited to return, esp. for such an international DJ. We wont' be making that mistake again. I don't go out to clubs to feel processed like cattle.

    Overall, its really too bad - Circa is a great concept, but until they get a handle on coping with crowds (and not overpacking the place) it just isn't safe, or fun.

    30. Laura C's Review :: March 03, 2008
    Laura C's Rating: 1 Stars
    I have been to many clubs in many city's.
    Circa has impressed me above all for a multitude of reasons. The atmosphere is incredible. The lighting, the music, and the themes are crafted with a great deal of care and expense.
    People will complain about paying to get in and the prices of drinks, but in dealing with a quality environment with a higher class of patron, this is essential. I have never seen so many pretty girls in one club.
    Everything is done right in my opinion.
    There are plenty of spots where the music isn’t as loud so you can speak with people or even make a phone call.
    You can leave one district and walk into another and feel as if you’ve driven across town to a different club.
    And it’s the only place in the city I’ve been to which play’s good house music.
    You can tell the management cares about this place because everything from the decency of bouncers, to the nightly themes and DJ’s, are designed to have a good night.

    Hope this helps.

    31. Anonymous's Review :: January 20, 2008
    I have been to many clubs in many city's.
    Circa has impressed me above all for a multitude of reasons. The atmosphere is incredible. The lighting, the music, and the themes are crafted with a great deal of care and expense.
    People will complain about paying to get in and the prices of drinks, but in dealing with a quality environment with a higher class of patron, this is essential. I have never seen so many pretty girls in one club.
    Everything is done right in my opinion.
    There are plenty of spots where the music isn’t as loud so you can speak with people or even make a phone call.
    You can leave one district and walk into another and feel as if you’ve driven across town to a different club.
    And it’s the only place in the city I’ve been to which play’s good house music.
    You can tell the management cares about this place because everything from the decency of bouncers, to the nightly themes and DJ’s, are designed to have a good night.

    Hope this helps.

    32. Anonymous's Review :: January 19, 2008
    I have been to many clubs in many city's.
    Circa has impressed me above all for a multitude of reasons. The atmosphere is incredible. The lighting, the music, and the themes are crafted with a great deal of care and expense.
    People will complain about paying to get in and the prices of drinks, but in dealing with a quality environment with a higher class of patron, this is essential. I have never seen so many pretty girls in one club.
    Everything is done right in my opinion.
    There are plenty of spots where the music isn’t as loud so you can speak with people or even make a phone call.
    You can leave one district and walk into another and feel as if you’ve driven across town to a different club.
    And it’s the only place in the city I’ve been to which play’s good house music.
    You can tell the management cares about this place because everything from the decency of bouncers, to the nightly themes and DJ’s, are designed to have a good night.

    Hope this helps.


    33. Brandon's Review :: January 19, 2008
    Brandon's Rating: 4 Stars
    I have been to many clubs in many city's.
    Circa has impressed me above all for a multitude of reasons. The atmosphere is incredible. The lighting, the music, and the themes are crafted with a great deal of care and expense.
    People will complain about paying to get in and the prices of drinks, but in dealing with a quality environment with a higher class of patron, this is essential. I have never seen so many pretty girls in one club.
    Everything is done right in my opinion.
    There are plenty of spots where the music isn’t as loud so you can speak with people or even make a phone call.
    You can leave one district and walk into another and feel as if you’ve driven across town to a different club.
    And it’s the only place in the city I’ve been to which play’s good house music.
    You can tell the management cares about this place because everything from the decency of bouncers, to the nightly themes and DJ’s, are designed to have a good night.

    Hope this helps.


    34. Brandon S's Review :: January 19, 2008
    Brandon S's Rating: 4 Stars
    haha here's a review brought to you by non-braindead! This comment section is laughable at best.

    Anyway, went tonight, club was good. it's the retarded kids that post in here that give it a bad name, though not like anyone takes crap like this seriously

    35. Anonymous's Review :: November 17, 2007
    haha here's a review brought to you by non-braindead! This comment section is laughable at best.

    Anyway, went tonight, club was good. it's the retarded kids that post in here that give it a bad name, though not like anyone takes crap like this seriously



    36. Mark Dean's Review :: November 17, 2007
    Mark Dean's Rating: 4 Stars
    After reading most of the comments made about this club, I had to laugh. It seems that the angry-goers all have one thing in common.... spelling isn't their "thing"!

    I've been to Circa a few times. Loved it the first time, had a bad night the second, had an awesome time the last time and am returning this weekend. Not only do clubs have good and not-so-good nights, but so do the patrons. Could it be that these angry, club-haters may just be miserable people looking for things wrong?

    The first time I went, there was no soap in the washroom. I told one of the staff members and 40 minutes later, there was soap. Go figure! Sometimes, give people a break and offer advice instead of stomping on a new project who's purpose is to please Toronto and area patrons. - Don't hate...where's the love? - How about they install suggestion boxes all along the hall so you all get a chance to have your voices heard! Too funny!

    37. Anonymous's Review :: November 16, 2007
    After reading most of the comments made about this club, I had to laugh. It seems that the angry-goers all have one thing in common.... spelling isn't their "thing"!

    I've been to Circa a few times. Loved it the first time, had a bad night the second, had an awesome time the last time and am returning this weekend. Not only do clubs have good and not-so-good nights, but so do the patrons. Could it be that these angry, club-haters may just be miserable people looking for things wrong?

    The first time I went, there was no soap in the washroom. I told one of the staff members and 40 minutes later, there was soap. Go figure! Sometimes, give people a break and offer advice instead of stomping on a new project who's purpose is to please Toronto and area patrons. - Don't hate...where's the love? - How about they install suggestion boxes all along the hall so you all get a chance to have your voices heard! Too funny!




    38. Too Cute's Review :: November 15, 2007
    Too Cute's Rating: 4 Stars
    Went for the first time on Sat nov 3rd.

    I have read mixed reviews on this club. I was not impressed at all. This place is just too big, too many stairs, too much walking around. I'm thinking about those who get high, or drunk. This would be a challenge for them.

    Lets start with entrance. I received a half price ticket from the door guys. I thought great!!! I was still charged $15.00 dollars. That means it cost $30 dollars regular price. WOW!!!!
    At first, I was lost. I did not no where to go. Eventually we found our way around. Checked out all the rooms. We arrived early. Pretty empty. then it was rammed with people. A lot of cute looking girls around. but for what i paid at entry, i would assume there would be some sort of dress code. I.E no runners/hats. but htat was not the case as I saw many wearing nike's and fur hats. baseball caps.

    Now the music. I love house. They played awesome house music. But even i need some variety. Every room they played house and house and more house. There was one room on the upper level that started to play r/b hiphop etc.... great. somethign different i thought. we ended up waiting in line to gain entry for about 15 minutes. after 30 minutes i had to take a leak, something one does after drinking. sure enough i was told the washroom is outside and to gain entry you have to wait in line once AGAIN! so i ended up waiting another 20 minutes to wait in a room where i left just to take a pee. bull$hit.

    0verall, they had best straighten a lot of things out in this place. it wont last after the awe wears out. In my opinion, lucid was a better club.

    Im still trying to figure out where the owner spent 6 million dollars on this club. Its exactly the same layout as lucid.

    1 star here.

    30 bucks. ... i shouldve gone to muzik, or maro's.

    39. Anonymous's Review :: November 06, 2007
    Went for the first time on Sat nov 3rd.

    I have read mixed reviews on this club. I was not impressed at all. This place is just too big, too many stairs, too much walking around. I'm thinking about those who get high, or drunk. This would be a challenge for them.

    Lets start with entrance. I received a half price ticket from the door guys. I thought great!!! I was still charged $15.00 dollars. That means it cost $30 dollars regular price. WOW!!!!
    At first, I was lost. I did not no where to go. Eventually we found our way around. Checked out all the rooms. We arrived early. Pretty empty. then it was rammed with people. A lot of cute looking girls around. but for what i paid at entry, i would assume there would be some sort of dress code. I.E no runners/hats. but htat was not the case as I saw many wearing nike's and fur hats. baseball caps.

    Now the music. I love house. They played awesome house music. But even i need some variety. Every room they played house and house and more house. There was one room on the upper level that started to play r/b hiphop etc.... great. somethign different i thought. we ended up waiting in line to gain entry for about 15 minutes. after 30 minutes i had to take a leak, something one does after drinking. sure enough i was told the washroom is outside and to gain entry you have to wait in line once AGAIN! so i ended up waiting another 20 minutes to wait in a room where i left just to take a pee. bull$hit.

    0verall, they had best straighten a lot of things out in this place. it wont last after the awe wears out. In my opinion, lucid was a better club.

    Im still trying to figure out where the owner spent 6 million dollars on this club. Its exactly the same layout as lucid.

    1 star here.

    30 bucks. ... i shouldve gone to muzik, or maro's.

    40. Larry's Review :: November 05, 2007
    Larry's Rating: 1 Stars
    Went out a Friday night (Nov.2nd), and we all loved CiRCA...definitely a breath of fresh air. I loved the crowd at CiRCA, and I'd rather have space to dance and friendly and helpful staff, like at CiRCA, than deal with the rudeness and overcapacity that occurs at Republik or Guvernment. I find CiRCA very visually appealing and the DJs never skipped a beat.

    I understand that there are some things CiRCA needs to work on, like the small designated smoking area (although I don't smoke), and if this mega entertainment complex can keep going from its exciting grand opening, because of the supposedly cursed location (referring to previous tenants Lucid and Playdium). All I know is the people of Toronto need to go and support a great place like CiRCA, because it should remain a welcome addition to Toronto's Entertainment District.

    So, if you want DJs playing great music, ample space to dance, reasonable-priced drinks, a good feeling of security and atmosphere (so you can have a great time), and no hooligans raining on your parade, then check out CiRCA.

    CiRCA is my new favourite nightspot!

    41. Anonymous's Review :: November 04, 2007
    4 out of 4 stars!

    Went out a Friday night (Nov.2nd), and we all loved CiRCA...definitely a breath of fresh air. I loved the crowd at CiRCA, and I'd rather have space to dance and friendly and helpful staff, like at CiRCA, than deal with the rudeness and overcapacity that occurs at Republik or Guvernment. I find CiRCA very visually appealing and the DJs never skipped a beat.

    I understand that there are some things CiRCA needs to work on, like the small designated smoking area (although I don't smoke), and if this mega entertainment complex can keep going from its exciting grand opening, because of the supposedly cursed location (referring to previous tenants Lucid and Playdium). All I know is the people of Toronto need to go and support a great place like CiRCA, because it should remain a welcome addition to Toronto's Entertainment District.

    So, if you want DJs playing great music, ample space to dance, reasonable-priced drinks, a good feeling of security and atmosphere (so you can have a great time), and no hooligans raining on your parade, then check out CiRCA.

    CiRCA is my new favourite nightspot!

    42. Desidario's Review :: November 04, 2007
    Desidario's Rating: 4 Stars
    well can can be said about circa but its probably way too much for this city to handle...reading some of these reviews i can understand why some people feel the way they do about the club... ill start by saying i love this club..and i think it has great potential...however some of the issues with the place including the security the set up by that i mean the entry the exit and the smoking area...the owner also needs to take the pickle outta his ass yes yes we get it you are a big time player in the states...but remember your in canada now and we party a lil bit different than our neighbours to the south...

    so the security...its amazing how big of jerks they can be..ppl will only tolerate a certain amount of crap granted that they do deal with alot of crap from drunken party goers but thats yor job your supposed to be a professional about it ive seen bouncers man handle some of the clientel thats just gonna hurt the club in the end..

    that brings me to the entrance of the club...ive gone both the opening week and the week after as well the first week was cool i mean you walk in pay at the booth and then theres this hallway that has this crazy artwork it sets up the club with an amazing first impression... the following week was the complete oposite going in the back entrance throw an underground garage... terrible hey really need to figure something out to get in the FRONT you know where they spent all that money on...

    the smoking area is a joke ill be honest not very impressive when u have spent 6.2 million on a club and you have to go into a back ally to smoke just not what you would expect from an high end club...

    the layout of the inside is gorgeous tho alot of rooms cool lookin specticals but none the less in every room the music is alomost the same...it is good music but very repetitive if they want to compete with a power house like guv they need to accomidate to a wider client base keep it clean but play some different music...

    these are the areas that need improvement but it can be done i mean like others have stated it is a much better club that lucid was but the reason they shut down last time was they just couldnt fill the club...this might be the case this time if they dont get it together you have paying customers why not treat them as such accomidate them rather than call them idiots and push them around because if you dont youll find yourself outta work outta club and that would be a shame because circa is a fantastic venue but its not make it if these problems persist

    43. Anonymous's Review :: October 23, 2007
    Went this friday. First impression is that it looks pretty cool. I mean, when you actually find the entrance you're hearded into this massive parking lot (which will be nice when it gets icy outside). On this particular night it was dead so we practically walked right in. The bouncers seemed pretty friendly. The cover set me back 15 which is pretty decent and to be expected from a place like this. This place has about four floors and a bunch of random cool decorations and stuff, live models, etc... Esthetically it looked pretty sharp. We got there at 11 and it was kinda dead. They didn't open up all the floors until about 12 oclock... Drinks are decently priced about 8-10 for simple things. The bartenders were nice too. There are a lot of different sections... if your pretty hammered good luck finding your way out. I don't know if it was this particular night but it seems that this club is very 'forward-friendly' (ie. if your a 'phobe you probably shouldn't go). I guess we'll see what in direction the club will swing as it gets more popular.

    To sum it up:
    -cool design
    -huge!
    -moderately priced
    -probably too much sausage for the average taco lover

    44. Anonymous's Review :: October 22, 2007
    well can can be said about circa but its probably way too much for this city to handle...reading some of these reviews i can understand why some people feel the way they do about the club... ill start by saying i love this club..and i think it has great potential...however some of the issues with the place including the security the set up by that i mean the entry the exit and the smoking area...the owner also needs to take the pickle outta his ass yes yes we get it you are a big time player in the states...but remember your in canada now and we party a lil bit different than our neighbours to the south...

    so the security...its amazing how big of jerks they can be..ppl will only tolerate a certain amount of crap granted that they do deal with alot of crap from drunken party goers but thats yor job your supposed to be a professional about it ive seen bouncers man handle some of the clientel thats just gonna hurt the club in the end..

    that brings me to the entrance of the club...ive gone both the opening week and the week after as well the first week was cool i mean you walk in pay at the booth and then theres this hallway that has this crazy artwork it sets up the club with an amazing first impression... the following week was the complete oposite going in the back entrance throw an underground garage... terrible hey really need to figure something out to get in the FRONT you know where they spent all that money on...

    the smoking area is a joke ill be honest not very impressive when u have spent 6.2 million on a club and you have to go into a back ally to smoke just not what you would expect from an high end club...

    the layout of the inside is gorgeous tho alot of rooms cool lookin specticals but none the less in every room the music is alomost the same...it is good music but very repetitive if they want to compete with a power house like guv they need to accomidate to a wider client base keep it clean but play some different music...

    these are the areas that need improvement but it can be done i mean like others have stated it is a much better club that lucid was but the reason they shut down last time was they just couldnt fill the club...this might be the case this time if they dont get it together you have paying customers why not treat them as such accomidate them rather than call them idiots and push them around because if you dont youll find yourself outta work outta club and that would be a shame because circa is a fantastic venue but its not make it if these problems persist

    45. Kash's Review :: October 22, 2007
    Kash's Rating: 3 Stars
    Went this friday. First impression is that it looks pretty cool. I mean, when you actually find the entrance you're hearded into this massive parking lot (which will be nice when it gets icy outside). On this particular night it was dead so we practically walked right in. The bouncers seemed pretty friendly. The cover set me back 15 which is pretty decent and to be expected from a place like this. This place has about four floors and a bunch of random cool decorations and stuff, live models, etc... Esthetically it looked pretty sharp. We got there at 11 and it was kinda dead. They didn't open up all the floors until about 12 oclock... Drinks are decently priced about 8-10 for simple things. The bartenders were nice too. There are a lot of different sections... if your pretty hammered good luck finding your way out. I don't know if it was this particular night but it seems that this club is very 'forward-friendly' (ie. if your a 'phobe you probably shouldn't go). I guess we'll see what in direction the club will swing as it gets more popular.

    To sum it up:
    -cool design
    -huge!
    -moderately priced
    -probably too much sausage for the average taco lover

    46. Damian's Review :: October 21, 2007
    Damian's Rating: 3 Stars
    Went to Circa with friends. Had a really really great time. I love the variety of bars. The music was good.

    I wouldn't over-analyze - it is what it is...an unpretentious and engaging space to spend your weekend nights.

    If you are looking for flaws, you are going to definitely find them as nothing is perfect. Don't waste your time, just focus on having fun. We had a perfect time there.

    47. Anonymous's Review :: October 15, 2007
    Had to check it out, I remember peter from the new york days when I lived there
    wish the club catered to an older demographic, as opposed to the 'wanna be' kids
    they should entertain the thought of the 35- 55 yr old creative types that want to hang out somewhere, appreciate good music and esthestic
    hope it stay 'round for awhile and develops its own character in the city
    carpe dium

    48. Anonymous's Review :: October 15, 2007
    Went to Circa with friends. Had a really really great time. I love the variety of bars. The music was good.

    I wouldn't over-analyze - it is what it is...an unpretentious and engaging space to spend your weekend nights.

    If you are looking for flaws, you are going to definitely find them as nothing is perfect. Don't waste your time, just focus on having fun. We had a perfect time there.

    49. Erin's Review :: October 15, 2007
    Erin's Rating: 4 Stars
    Had to check it out, I remember peter from the new york days when I lived there
    wish the club catered to an older demographic, as opposed to the 'wanna be' kids
    they should entertain the thought of the 35- 55 yr old creative types that want to hang out somewhere, appreciate good music and esthestic
    hope it stay 'round for awhile and develops its own character in the city
    carpe dium

    50. Lang Robinson's Review :: October 14, 2007
    Lang Robinson's Rating: 3 Stars
    Why is every one hating on this club ???

    I have never seen a better or bigger space in Toronro in the last 15 years of clubbing !!!

    Multi floors, multi rooms, different themes and different rooms and different sounds.

    I think this place is very cool, great design and idea's

    People need to learn how to appreciate what some one is doing for Toronto to make this city happen...
    instead people continue to slam great new venues that we need.

    To all the negative people who have put up negative reviews.....

    1. What would you have done to make it so much better???
    2. Why can you not show ...how to make a great club instead of talk

    Talk is cheap !!!

    51. Anonymous's Review :: October 12, 2007
    Why is every one hating on this club ???

    I have never seen a better or bigger space in Toronro in the last 15 years of clubbing !!!

    Multi floors, multi rooms, different themes and different rooms and different sounds.

    I think this place is very cool, great design and idea's

    People need to learn how to appreciate what some one is doing for Toronto to make this city happen...
    instead people continue to slam great new venues that we need.

    To all the negative people who have put up negative reviews.....

    1. What would you have done to make it so much better???
    2. Why can you not show ...how to make a great club instead of talk

    Talk is cheap !!!

    52. Torontoscenester's Review :: October 12, 2007
    Torontoscenester's Rating: 4 Stars
    I don't think the Guvernment has anything to worry about. This club simply will not survive!

    53. Ali's Review :: October 12, 2007
    Ali's Rating: 2 Stars
    I think everyone's being a little hard on these guys. I really enjoyed the place. Sure, they've got a few issues to iron out (the tiny smoking area, for example), but all in all, the staff were cordial, the visuals were great, the sound systems were some of the best I've heard in a while. The energy of the place was refreshing and the drinks were actually well-priced. Compared to a lot of the usual nightspots, which use the same, lame, brand name djs and promoters every week, this place was great. As for the club owner being shady, um, are there any club owners who aren't shady to some degree?? People sure love to complain in this city.

    Thumbs up.

    54. Anonymous's Review :: October 11, 2007
    I think everyone's being a little hard on these guys. I really enjoyed the place. Sure, they've got a few issues to iron out (the tiny smoking area, for example), but all in all, the staff were cordial, the visuals were great, the sound systems were some of the best I've heard in a while. The energy of the place was refreshing and the drinks were actually well-priced. Compared to a lot of the usual nightspots, which use the same, lame, brand name djs and promoters every week, this place was great. As for the club owner being shady, um, are there any club owners who aren't shady to some degree?? People sure love to complain in this city.

    Thumbs up.

    55. Anonymous's Review :: October 11, 2007
    Sounds like the reviews on here so far have all been written by disgruntled owners and management of Circa's competition!!! This club is STELLAR in concept and execution, and is a total improvement from the Lucid days.

    I attended both Friday and Saturday nights this weekend, and while there are obviously some issues for such a giant club to work out, it was opening weekend so that's to be expected.

    The club's decor is intricate and full of impressive details. All the rooms have different themes and are catering to different crowds, but the beauty of it is that all sorts of people came together to enjoy the same party! Friday was more of a scenester, Queen West, hipster, and gay crowd - very diverse. It was called Randomland and that's appropriate. Fun and refreshing!

    Saturday was more mainstream, the club played great music and different rooms had different sounds and DJs. The WASHROOM BAR is craaazy - very cool! The bar is shaped like a giant toilet, and there was a model in a glass shower between the two washrooms.

    Definitely a lot to take in at Circa, but so many details I found really neat like the bar that lights up when you lean on it and the TV screens that project images of you as you walk by.

    While there were some issues with service and the bars running out of some stock, it was the first opening weekend and the staff are probably still sorting stuff out and getting used to everything. In my opinion, Circa is a welcome change from all the lame and pretentious "lounges" sprouting up all over this city.

    56. Anonymous's Review :: October 10, 2007
    Terrible Bottle Service. Everything except the premiums are sold out on the first night? Bull. Then it takes 10 mintues for each bottle to come out, then another 10 minutes for the teenie tiny mixers to go along with them.

    Major Dissapointment.

    Don't waste your time, go somewhere else.

    57. Anonymous's Review :: October 10, 2007
    All these reviews below are completely nuts. These guys need to get their heads examined. Dissing a club becuase you had to wait in a parking lot, on it's opening week is just daft. Geez. Give these guys a break. It's their first week - They (duh) obviously have to work out some kinks. Circa is unlike any club I've been. And I've been to the best of them in New York and Miami. Gatien is a genius. Circa will be best party in Toronto for a long time.

    58. Anonymous's Review :: October 10, 2007
    I think everyone's being a little hard on these guys. I really enjoyed the place. Sure, they've got a few issues to iron out (the tiny smoking area, for example), but all in all, the staff were cordial, the visuals were great, the sound systems were some of the best I've heard in a while. The energy of the place was refreshing and the drinks were actually well-priced. Compared to a lot of the usual nightspots, which use the same, lame, brand name djs and promoters every week, this place was great. As for the club owner being shady, um, are there any club owners who aren't shady to some degree?? People sure love to complain in this city.

    Thumbs up.

    59. Vee's Review :: October 10, 2007
    Vee's Rating: 4 Stars
    I think everyone's being a little hard on these guys. I really enjoyed the place. Sure, they've got a few issues to iron out (the tiny smoking area, for example), but all in all, the staff were cordial, the visuals were great, the sound systems were some of the best I've heard in a while. The energy of the place was refreshing and the drinks were actually well-priced. Compared to a lot of the usual nightspots, which use the same, lame, brand name djs and promoters every week, this place was great. As for the club owner being shady, um, are there any club owners who aren't shady to some degree?? People sure love to complain in this city.

    Thumbs up.

    60. Vee's Review :: October 10, 2007
    Vee's Rating: 4 Stars
    WOW

    Remember years back when this place was "Lucid"? It was horrible then, and even worse now.

    Starting off, we see the owner outside, some frail 90 year old hag of some sort with a cold pole up his arse...by boyfriend tells him that he saw him on CityTV and it looks like hes done a great job with the place...the man just nods YA and walks away...:D classy!

    Then we get into the actual club. and the "guards" had some severe chips on their shoulders.

    Yes, the place is big, its renovated quite nicely. BUT THERE WERE NO BAR TENDERS AT THE BARS! Even worse, you couldnt have a TAB at the bar! Since when couldnt you use your trusted credit card to have a tab at the bar instead of paying bit by bit here and there?!

    Then the crowd: immature, running around, I witnessed about 4 different girls fall all over the place, as if it was the first time they were allowed out past curfew without their parents.

    The music was amazing, the DJ was spinning awesome house tracks. But thats about it!


    Overall, this club is too big, lacks organization, and needs to accept a BAR TAB!

    61. May's Review :: October 09, 2007
    May's Rating: 1 Stars
    Terrible Bottle Service. Everything except the premiums are sold out on the first night? Bull. Then it takes 10 mintues for each bottle to come out, then another 10 minutes for the teenie tiny mixers to go along with them.

    Major Dissapointment.

    Don't waste your time, go somewhere else.

    62. Matt Switzer's Review :: October 09, 2007
    Matt Switzer's Rating: 2 Stars
    Sounds like the reviews on here so far have all been written by disgruntled owners and management of Circa's competition!!! This club is STELLAR in concept and execution, and is a total improvement from the Lucid days.

    I attended both Friday and Saturday nights this weekend, and while there are obviously some issues for such a giant club to work out, it was opening weekend so that's to be expected.

    The club's decor is intricate and full of impressive details. All the rooms have different themes and are catering to different crowds, but the beauty of it is that all sorts of people came together to enjoy the same party! Friday was more of a scenester, Queen West, hipster, and gay crowd - very diverse. It was called Randomland and that's appropriate. Fun and refreshing!

    Saturday was more mainstream, the club played great music and different rooms had different sounds and DJs. The WASHROOM BAR is craaazy - very cool! The bar is shaped like a giant toilet, and there was a model in a glass shower between the two washrooms.

    Definitely a lot to take in at Circa, but so many details I found really neat like the bar that lights up when you lean on it and the TV screens that project images of you as you walk by.

    While there were some issues with service and the bars running out of some stock, it was the first opening weekend and the staff are probably still sorting stuff out and getting used to everything. In my opinion, Circa is a welcome change from all the lame and pretentious "lounges" sprouting up all over this city.

    63. Alec's Review :: October 09, 2007
    Alec's Rating: 4 Stars
    All these reviews below are completely nuts. These guys need to get their heads examined. Dissing a club becuase you had to wait in a parking lot, on it's opening week is just daft. Geez. Give these guys a break. It's their first week - They (duh) obviously have to work out some kinks. Circa is unlike any club I've been. And I've been to the best of them in New York and Miami. Gatien is a genius. Circa will be best party in Toronto for a long time.

    64. Joe's Review :: October 09, 2007
    Joe's Rating: 4 Stars
    What do you get when you try to fuse hipster types with 905ers? Circa. Aside from having one bartender at each bar at times, aside from the flooded washroom, aside from the ATM's or Visa not working...the club looks nice. That's it. But it all gets old pretty fast.

    The bathroom bar was probably the best part of the club.

    65. Anonymous's Review :: October 06, 2007
    Like A Halloween Party at the Centre Pompidou in Paris.

    Overall, an incredibly interesting space - fetishistic, voyeuristic, artistic.

    At this point - I can only comment on the appearance of the space (vs. its atmosphere - I was there early for opening night, before things really got kicking and screaming) - So therefore, my opinion is from a purely visual point of view/

    If anything negative - its that some of the avant-garde references in the decor will be lost on the bottle service bimbo types... and that the strange rules over who uses the escalators will bring months of confusion.

    Will keep my eye on this space - it really does feel like a strangely decorated rocket ship just landed in our backyard.

    66. Anonymous's Review :: October 06, 2007
    What do you get when you try to fuse hipster types with 905ers? Circa. Aside from having one bartender at each bar at times, aside from the flooded washroom, aside from the ATM's or Visa not working...the club looks nice. That's it. But it all gets old pretty fast.

    The bathroom bar was probably the best part of the club.

    67. Darryl's Review :: October 06, 2007
    Darryl's Rating: 2 Stars
    Like A Halloween Party at the Centre Pompidou in Paris.

    Overall, an incredibly interesting space - fetishistic, voyeuristic, artistic.

    At this point - I can only comment on the appearance of the space (vs. its atmosphere - I was there early for opening night, before things really got kicking and screaming) - So therefore, my opinion is from a purely visual point of view/

    If anything negative - its that some of the avant-garde references in the decor will be lost on the bottle service bimbo types... and that the strange rules over who uses the escalators will bring months of confusion.

    Will keep my eye on this space - it really does feel like a strangely decorated rocket ship just landed in our backyard.

    68. Laurac@rom.on.ca's Review :: October 06, 2007
    Laurac@rom.on.ca's Rating: 3 Stars
    Wow,

    Another false promise in the land of nightclubs. What is wrong with these guys. They actually think people are going to pay to stand and be on guard. The club is Lame!!!
    They buy the "state of the art equipment", which translates into the cheapest new stuff. Maybe they should take one day off to come down.
    That or if you have all the money in the world to build a club, how about hiring a production company to run events? That is what clubs in Dubai/ Vegas/ NYC/ LA do. It works there.
    Relying on a DJ just is passe. Now you can find cool small clubs with inimite settings and your own DJ spinning a unique experience.
    Look at Mexico for Club action, or Paris "Buddha Bar" these are clubs you can say you leave changed. At it is worth the $$ So step up or step off.
    SOOOOO weak@!

    69. Anonymous's Review :: October 05, 2007
    Invited to the opening of Circa last night, and this might sum up its ability to attract a higher end crowd - Door Staff: "If you have been invited, you will be processed in the parking lot behind Hooters."

    Not a great way to start attracting the 'right' crowd, and the whole opening night lacked any sort of festive occasion to it, and it was definitely lacking a host!

    The space was indeed interesting, but many of the items mentioned in the martini boys article must have come from press releases as they were non existent.

    The bar and DJ in the washroom was a HIT! I think this will become the most popular room.

    It looks like it will be a great spot for yet more 905er's, as it lacks any real cool city vibe.

    70. Anonymous's Review :: October 05, 2007
    Wow,

    Another false promise in the land of nightclubs. What is wrong with these guys. They actually think people are going to pay to stand and be on guard. The club is Lame!!!
    They buy the "state of the art equipment", which translates into the cheapest new stuff. Maybe they should take one day off to come down.
    That or if you have all the money in the world to build a club, how about hiring a production company to run events? That is what clubs in Dubai/ Vegas/ NYC/ LA do. It works there.
    Relying on a DJ just is passe. Now you can find cool small clubs with inimite settings and your own DJ spinning a unique experience.
    Look at Mexico for Club action, or Paris "Buddha Bar" these are clubs you can say you leave changed. At it is worth the $$ So step up or step off.
    SOOOOO weak@!

    71. David Campbell's Review :: October 05, 2007
    David Campbell's Rating: 1 Stars
    Invited to the opening of Circa last night, and this might sum up its ability to attract a higher end crowd - Door Staff: "If you have been invited, you will be processed in the parking lot behind Hooters."

    Not a great way to start attracting the 'right' crowd, and the whole opening night lacked any sort of festive occasion to it, and it was definitely lacking a host!

    The space was indeed interesting, but many of the items mentioned in the martini boys article must have come from press releases as they were non existent.

    The bar and DJ in the washroom was a HIT! I think this will become the most popular room.

    It looks like it will be a great spot for yet more 905er's, as it lacks any real cool city vibe.

    72. MG's Review :: October 05, 2007
    MG's Rating: 2 Stars
    Being that Peter was a great boss (he was my boss at the Limelight in Atlanta BEFORE Limelight NYC) and has a keen business sense I believe his latest venture will be the best. Wish I couold be there.

    All the bad press is hype for the most part -- I'm sure he learned from his past mistakes.

    I miss his way of business...

    73. Anonymous's Review :: September 14, 2007
    Being that Peter was a great boss (he was my boss at the Limelight in Atlanta BEFORE Limelight NYC) and has a keen business sense I believe his latest venture will be the best. Wish I couold be there.

    All the bad press is hype for the most part -- I'm sure he learned from his past mistakes.

    I miss his way of business...

    74. David's Review :: September 11, 2007
    David's Rating: 4 Stars
    I'd be more concerned about what you don't see when it comes to Circa. It is well known the owner has a seedy side.

    75. Cause For Concern's Review :: June 08, 2007
    Cause For Concern's Rating: 1 Stars

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