Circus Family Restaurant
| Address: | 1600 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA |
| Phone: | +1 919-834-2213 |
| Site: | facebook.com |
| Rating: | 3.8 |
| Working: | 9:30AM–9PM 9:30AM–9PM 9:30AM–9PM 9:30AM–9PM 9:30AM–9PM 9:30AM–9PM 9:30AM–7PM |
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Steven Walton
Chalk it up to almost closing on Sunday... A group of us were playing Pokemon Go and visited this location as it has a Gym on its property. We decided to get shakes since they were half off and a few of us got food. To be fair we were about 15 people and it looked like they just served a family of 5. At any rate, the staff must have been on their last leg as the wifes shake was more like strawberry milk it was so loose and my shake came up without the chocolate chips. I wasnt so worried about my order being wrong as I knew had a line, were pressed for time and it didnt really bother me much. I also had a lackluster chicken sandwich, as in Cook-Outs is much better. Queue time for our group to leave and we noticed the manager had locked all of us in. Thought it was against fire code to lock 20+ customers inside a building but what do I know. The manager had to stop processing food and come around to unlock the doors for us to leave. I can say that the few times I have even passed by this spot was related to Pokemon Go. I can also say that I wont be bothering to eat there again. It wasnt all bad as the person who took our order was friendly enough and price for two shakes and a sandwhich was only $7.
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Richard Jenkins
If I could give it zero stars I would. The cashier had a very bad attitude and was snappy with my wife when she was asked questions regarding what options are available on a philly cheese steak. She also wreaked of stale cigarettes...we realized why as when we left she was literally putting out a cigarette butt as she was lighting another one. Food subpar but thats expected given the equipment they have to cook and the professional the profit margin they have to meet as compared to cost of quality ingredients and/products...the service freaking sucked and thats what should be excellent at a "family friendly fast food" restaurant. Never will go back...ever. Stay away people not worth your time or effort.
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Daniela Alldredge
AWFUL FOOD!! Only reason giving 1 star is the milkshakes which were awesome. Threw away my sons hamburger--not worthy to even feed to my dog, as well as the hot dog--crap, crap, crap. Waste of money. Spent $26.00 for some expensive milkshakes. Got voucher from Groupon--reviews were good so thought Id give it a try. Unfortunately, I have another Groupon voucher to use--thank goodness the milkshakes were good and worth going back to use the voucher. The guy who took our order was friendly but the woman working with him was a sad looking individual. No smile, no thank, no nothing--clearly she "Loves" her job.
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Jon Chef,JRoc
Its been years since my last time here and its in dire need of a make over and a shot of penicillin. Its old and becoming run down. Half the tables had not been wiped down or cleaned. Kitchen floor was dirty with stuff that came off the grill or fryer. Our cheese burger was over cooked and dry,and hotdog was under cooked??? Dont get that one.. The owners just need to invest back in the business and bring some life and cleanliness to the place.But will say they do a nice thanksgiving dinner for the community each year and its a great thing they do.
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gail deason
Sorry, but I am disappointed by your service tonight. I went through drive thru and ordered 2 plain hotdogs ( that would be just the bun and weiner. Nothing else. They were for my dogs a treat. I also ordered one footlong with mustard, ketsup, onions, nothing else...made it plain NO CHILE ON ANY OF THE THREE. When I got home and took out the hot dogs, ALL OF THEM HAD CHILE .THEREFORE, THE DOGS COULD NOT EAT THEIRS AND NEITHER COULD I, AS IT HAD CHILE. I also got a cold drink and some fries. (the only things we could eat) . Gail Deason
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Katherine Wilson
Typical burger joint, 50s feel. But always a great staff!! Never had a wrong order. Very personable. Best ever was seeing a sign posted that if you are a family in need or a homeless person.... they will serve you a hot, free meal on Thanksgiving. That is based off of donations and the owners pocket only. That is worth my business!! Taking care of the public. Taking care of your people. That is the root of customer service, karma, whatever you call it... right there. Phenomenal!!
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A Private User
Reward yourself for eating salads and tofu all week with a trip to the Circus Restaurant in Raleigh. Enjoy this small town burger stand from a bygone era in Raleigh before the invaders came. Try the shakes too! Breakfast is new there but solid. They also have good value specials. Be sure to take lots of napkins to wipe your mouth with.
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Alison Smitley
Old school fast food joint. Ive only ever been through the drive through, so cant speak to the interior seating situation. The staff has always been very friendly and fast when I visit. My favorite menu item is a chocolate dipped ice cream cone, reminds me of my childhood, and its only a couple bucks!
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A Private User
The food was fine, but its hard to screw up a hot dog and fries. The building is sketchy and definitely needs some work. The prices seemed a little high for the quality of the food. I cant say Ill be back since Snoopys is down the street.
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Amanda Hensley
Had lunch there I had a cheeseburger, hubby had double cheeseburger with fries,dad had a hotdogs and a friend had a hotdog.We all had a milkshake,oh they were good. U can see this restaurant from Wake Forest Rd
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Dorian Curry
Waiting almost 15 min food just wasnt up to standards burger no taste,chicken tenders taste like old oil I lived here 9 yrs and it was my first time eating here and my last.
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Tom amoreno
I have been eating here for many years. They have the BEST BURGERS in Raleigh. Their grilled chicken is also Superb. Dont forget the best ice cream sundaes on the Planet.
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Ron Croft
This is a one of a kind Restaurant. Its small, out of the way, but the prices are great. The staff is friendly. It does get busy, so come early. Plenty of parking.
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Lester Latkowski
Laid back place, nothing fancy. Reminds me of the 1950s and 1960s teenage gathering place ie: Happy Days. Food is great...take your pick of milkshakes.
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James N.
Food okay. All footmarts were on top of tray holders. Trays could be contaminated and they serve food with the trays. Thats no good hygiene. Thanks
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A Private User
Great burgers and dogs. Have driven by this place hundreds of times and never stopped. Finally, last week I stopped in. Burger was great.
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A Private User
That DoubleCheeseburger Meal is the best Valued Deal in the house & its pretty good....... The cashier was very friendly & courteous!
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Ellen Tousignant
Wonderfully nostalgic and food is great. The staff was helpful and HAPPY.. Finally a place that understands customer service!!
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A Az
Bad attitude bad service lazy employees,, tables always nasty , bath rooms smile is allover the dinning room .....
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Jeff Fischer
Circus is the greatest. Snoopys prices are ridiculous I get twice the amount of food here and its just as good.
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Samuel Prewitt
It took a few minutes but when I got the food it was phenomenal. The cheese steak is poetry for the tounge
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A Private User
One of those places you should give a chance! Friendly service , great food for a low price.
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Sandy Mutschler
We used tge drive through. No idea about the inside. Love the peanut butter mikshake.
