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Circle Bar

4.1
  • Bars
  • Santa Monica, CA

About this business

Circle Bar is always crowded and deservedly so. There's something undeniably hip about a place that doesn't try to be cool - it just is. The no-frills approach is evident on the wood-paneled walls and the scarcity of seats. No great loss, though - once the crowd forms, you have to stand to get service from the beleaguered but friendly bartenders. Plus, you can always count on great music playing and no cover charges at the door. 

Location details

2926 Main St, Santa Monica, CA, 90405, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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lucky2005 
20 years ago

YIKES! – Was recommended the Circle Bar so a friend from out of town and I went there on a Saturday night. The bouncer Guy was fantastic, the bartenders were great, and the music was okay. Definitely a pick-up scene if you are just looking to "hook up"...with anything! No attractive men to be found!!!!!!! So if you are looking for a great staff and no eye candy then this is the place to go!! Otherwise, I'd stay home! 

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mrmartini 
20 years ago

Nice place in Santa Monica! – Its a cool bar. It also includes some room to dance to. Drinks are a bit weak for what they charge. People are cool and trendy, attractive women. It is too crowded so I recommend to take a date. Its a little difficult to meet people because the walk space is narrow and the dance floor is packed. Other than that, music is good and I would go again! 

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citygurrl 
20 years ago

From Bad to Worse!!! – A new spot to go is always exciting...except if it's this place. Just to keep up with the LA tend the bouncers make you wait outside in line even if the bar is EMPTY. If you finally make it in, you might have to wait a half an hour to get a drink. On a busy night they usually have only 2 or 3 bartenders. The staff is completely RUDE, RUDE, RUDE especially the bartenders!!!! The music mix is a disk changing cd player with the random button on and horrible sound. The only thing going for this place is th... read more

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beachgurl 
20 years ago

They call me trouble – I love this place...This is STILL the best place in LA to hook up and get crazy without the LA crap!!! I can say that mondays are a secret I must share..great hip hop...and tuesdays with stryker... Wednesdays with Mosses. No Cover..I may not find a husband...but I always find trouble.. :) 

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luckycat 
21 years ago

Ironic T-shirt, anyone? – It's a red n' black, sexy-looking place. My 2 drinks were strong in content; ordered and delivered without too much hovering at the bar required. HOWEVER, beyond the good drinks, I have to say NO to the Circle Bar. I filled up my "Hipster Bingo" card in 10 minutes. Wanna check it out anyway? Swing by Urban Outfitters and pick up the uniform before you take your place in the hopelessly long line. Once inside, you're all set for an evening of music presented by thematically-challenged DJ ("White Trash... read more

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Katie Heffernan 
21 years ago

Santa Monica singles hang at this dark hub for hooking up. – The Scene A neighborhood dive for three decades, this Main Street bar has redefined itself as a destination for the single, 20-something lush. After enduring the sometimes half-block weekend wait outside, ex-fraternity boys and grown-up party girls cram into the crowded dark den where drinkers radiate from the central circular bar. The more intimate booths and bar stools fill quickly, but the best hottie-spotting--and shoulder-brushing--is done while squeezing agai... read more

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hottieblondie 
22 years ago

dark but fun – When I think Circle Bar I think dark, red, and sexy! I always have a great time at the circle. I have never paid for a drink there, so I don't know much about the value... but drinks have been plenty strong. 

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hchinaski 
22 years ago

A Velvet Rope? – Don't let the red rope fool you. Hollywood facelift aside, this is a far cry from the Cirlce Bar of old. For those of you who never experienced it then, I feel for you. The bar does allow you to pay with credit cards now...that's a plus. And if you can put up with the staff's attitude, the awful wet beer rag stench that seeps though the bar and can manage to have enough room to actually lift your glass to your mouth, have a round and move on another bar on Main or Abbott Kinney. 

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cjchoi32 
22 years ago

excuse me? – That's what you'll be saying non stop - this place is so crowded. It's hard to have any kind of conversation here.. 

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How is Circle Bar rated?

Circle Bar has a 4.1 star rating with 509 reviews. 

When is Circle Bar open?

Circle Bar is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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