Circa 1888

Very chill atmosphere and friendly bartenders. Not crowded and dim lighting, just like I like it. Also a nice patio space and pool tables. It’s a dollar membership but worth it if you want to avoid crowds and want a cozy place to drink and talk.

Cute «members only» drinking establishment right next to the railroad tracks and near Box Car. So glad we drove by it to turn around, or else it may have gotten missed. They don’t serve food, just beverages. For a small fee you become a member of their club. It gives you access to the pool tables and free parking in the big lot on the side. There is a long bar to the right with a large selection of liquors, and pool tables on the other side. I saw a curtained private space, which I’m guessing you could request. Very dimly lit, mellow music, and nice bartender. Probably a great spot for a first date– seem to be intimate enough and not super loud. And hopefully you have a better pool game than me, because I definitely lost.

What a cool place! Lots of pool tables, nice lounge area and delicious cocktails. I could see myself being a regular here!

I asked for a pumpkin beer with sugar rim… First I received a beer with nothing around the rim after I explained why, THEN reminding him I wanted sugar, he repoured a beer WITH SALT!!! After about 20 minutes, I was brought a new beer with sugar only. Although after 20 minutes a resolution was met, I was offered no discount on the two previous incorrect drinks. I was also told I would only be brought my correct drink after I removed my Unilocal review…
In addition, my cousin wanted a cider martini (that’s on the menu), the bartender did not know how to make it… Awkward.

Circa 1888 is starting to become a regular stopping ground for me now. I love the atmosphere here, it’s dimly lit with plenty of seating inside and out. There are pool tables if you want to play and even a little private room tucked away in the corner.
They have a good drink menu, and plenty of beers to choose from. I really like the staff here, they are always friendly and attentive. You will not wait for a drink here no matter what day of the week it is. You really can’t beat their outdoor patio, it’s beautiful and spacious. I like the fact that it’s not crowded which makes me want to keep this place a secret.
Circa 1888 is in the warehouse district and is the perfect place to grab a cocktail before dinner or late night. If you don’t know it’s there you might miss it, it is at the very end of Davie st. right where it dead ends. Definitely a nice addition to the cocktail scene here in DTR and a quiet place where you can actually sit down and chat with your friends.

Fun joint. A good amount of pool tables. Seems like a neighborhoody type of place but also felt very welcomed when I came in. Great service and good drinks.

I still like this bar, but the little kids in there running around was definitely not a one time thing. At least the drinks are great and most of the bartenders are too.

Great scene, awesome bar, incredible cocktail menus and fantastic staff.
Love the space, great to go to with some buddy’s to grab a few drinks and play some billiards. Great to have a place like this in the Triangle!

Atmosphere was dead on a Tuesday night and didn’t even care to stay to finish a drink due to absurd pool prices. It had potential though! Maybe more exciting on a weekend. Surrounded by a few better options…

In the space that used to house the old FUBAR, you now have the decidedly upscale and posh, Circa 1888! Owned by the same folks as Landmark Tavern, this innocuous front entrance opens up to a huge space inside. Arched stone entry-​way, antique brick interior and a long, serious bar on the right hand side.
We grabbed a pint here and wandering around you’ve got a nice billiards area, huge red banquette/​booths, a private room along with a side patio. Service from Renee at the bar was personable and friendly, I’m curious to see what kind of crowd they draw here.
Never made it here when it was a dance club but I’ll come back now that it’s Circa 1888. The bar and cocktail scene takes another leap forward in the Triangle…

This places rocks. Easily one of the nicest places to visit and have a drink in Raleigh. Very nice pool tables and a big patio. Everyone is nice and looking forward to going back.

it’s a fun classy little place nestled in the warehouse district, doesn’t give you those normal gross pool hall vibes where a biker gang might be outside this place is top notch. but it’s going to have a lot of competition with box car right next door… I hope the higher caliber of alcoholic beverage really gives them the edge

I’m not sure what I was expecting when I walked into Circa 1888, but whatever it was, it was blown out the window! From the outside the building looks small and I think I was just anticipating a small bar. What Circa delivers is a huge space and as soon as you walk through that ordinary door, you’re transported into somewhere that is far from The Depot. After walking through a stone archway, you’re greeted by a bar along the entire wall of one side of the building. Fancy, red loungish seating, pool tables, a porch that will comfortably seat 50+ and two more «private» spaces, one full of high top tables and chairs, the other located behind a beaded divider that once you pass through will transport you into a dimly lit «Austin Powers» set (complete with my Granny’s crochetted blanket on the back of one couch.
Circa 1888 and The Landmark (further downtown) are owned by the same gentleman, however the only thing similar between the two is the Allagash White on tap. They have a normal collection of beers on tab and a wide bottle selection as well as wine by the glass and bottle! Unfortunately, as of last night, they are still putting together a cocktail list but have all the liquor in stock so if you can come up with it, they can probably make it. Circa is just plain cool, it’s an awesome addition to The Depot and this place is going to blow up. I can see grabbing a circle booth with a group of friends and ordering bottles of wine. Playing some pool ($ 10/​hour) with a handful of friends OR renting out the Austin Powers room for a party, complete with private bar! Currently the Austin Powers room is first come first serve, but I’m telling you, as soon as people realize what a new treasure Circa is, this will change. As long as Circa keeps up the charm, excellent bartending and the chill vibe, I could definitely see this place becoming a five-​star spot and one that I would recommend to all; I just want to see that cocktail list and come out on a weekend and confirm the awesomeness!