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Circle of Friends Restaurant
125 W Sandusky St, Findlay, OH 45840, United States
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Ak
Review №1

I live near Cinci, my sister near Ann Arbor. We chose to meet in Findlay as a halfway point for the day. We chose Circle of Friends for the vegetarian options, and it did not disappoint! Service was awesome, and the food A++!

Jo
Review №2

Absolutely loved the Around the world - chicken entree that I ordered. Would definitely go back here again to try all their dishes. You guys do a great job! Would love to hear how you guys thought about opening such restaurant!

Ma
Review №3

If you like to try some food from other cultures, this is 100% recommended! Great food(not exaggerating) workers are awesome and so is the Boss! She is A great boss and a cook! If u got a group, recommend the tour around the world dish 😁

Sc
Review №4

Thanks for an incredible lunch! The around the world sampler was amazing. There were so many different things to try and each bite was delicious! We live 3 hours away, but I have a feeling we will be back!

Ni
Review №5

We stopped here for lunch and tried Veggie Gallaba, Pancit and falafel sandwich. All tasted good. Samosa was little burnt and even the fries. Staff was very friendly and welcoming and also gave complimentary lentil soups and cup cakes. Later they brought the traditional hats so we could take some pictures. Overall we loved the place and visit again if we cross this route.

De
Review №6

Great vegan choices! I ordered a very tasty veggie galaba for lunch! Owner was super helpful. I even ordered a potato curry dish and veggie Vietnamese stir fry To go for dinner.

De
Review №7

We were driving through and decided to stop here. Im so glad we did!! We entered and were greeted with a sincere smile and welcome. We sat down and he brought us a pitcher of water, which I love! We ordered ,and first of all the hummus was amazing.Then we got our meals. The food is amazing. I mean it. Fantastic experience! Cant wait to go back, and we live an hour away. Adobo, pancit, and gyros.

Am
Review №8

We loved this place. And the owner was amazing!! Great food and company. Will always come here when close by.

Ma
Review №9

I cant explain exactly how good the food is. We have been here twice now and just love it. The young man that waited on us is so helpful and explained the menu to us since we were very unfamiliar with the foods. I highly recommend the around the world do you can try a variety, the hummus is the best Ive ever had and you must try the turon dessert!!

Da
Review №10

Food’s okay but don’t rely on the time their email says the food will be ready. Ordered it at 6:10, said it’ll be ready at 6:40 and it’s nearly 7:10 and still not ready. One customer at a table and no other customers have come in to pick up orders. Wonder what they are doing.UPDATE: after 30 minutes of waiting it appears it hadn’t been started so I just told him to forget it and cancel the order.

ir
Review №11

They had given us extra food which was really nice of them.. the lady wanted to give me a full bowl of cookies too, for the kids.The food was good, different tastes as i tried food from over 4 or 5 countries ...

Ja
Review №12

I came here with my family and it is very good, you definitely get you moneys worth it is LARGE potions. but it is very tasty and authentic, nice severs kinda hard to understand but you get over that it is well worth it.

La
Review №13

The food tasted good. I liked the potato curry but it had both chicken and lamb pieces in it which would not be great if I was a vegetarian. There was so much chaos happening with takeout orders and the owner/cook was screaming at the other staff which is not professional. I loved the lady helping us, she was very sweet.

Re
Review №14

This owner works hard to always please her guest. Food is always delicious. Servers are friendly. Great spot to visit.

Da
Review №15

Grat food and a lot of it. Leftovers for days. Service was decent, but very fun.

Ja
Review №16

Love this place. Its very special, inviting, friendly and unique and the food is fantastic!

Ai
Review №17

Worst food I’ve had in Findlay, I ordered a shawarma dish, that I’ve been eating all my life. When the dish came out it tasted nothing like a shawarma. Also the water that they brought us tasted off.

Sa
Review №18

One of the best restaurants i have been to in a while. They kept the place open for us till 10pm. Amazing people.

Br
Review №19

AMAZING Asian and Mediterranean food with great prices. Super friendly staff. We will be back again and again!

Ka
Review №20

Food and service were good if not a bit slow. Try the hummus, its outstanding.

Na
Review №21

Around the World provides an enormous amount of food for two! Our bill was only $22 with dessert! Fun experience, cant wait to go back to try more food!

Le
Review №22

This restaurant has been my greatest discovery in Findlay. Hospitality is offered from the moment you walk into the doors. I love the variety of food on the menu. If you are with a group who wants to try new things I would recommend the “Around the World” dish. The food is bursting with flavor and the portions are great!

Br
Review №23

First time visiting this restaurant but will not be my last. The food was wonderful, the servings were huge while the price was small. I love that they leave a pitcher of water at each table. I can not wait to share this restaurant with family and friends.

So
Review №24

The food is good, but unfortunately the wait staff is completely absent minded, and can not take orders properly, and cant even remember what tables order what. As while sitting there the waitresses came back multiple times to ask what was ordered at most of the tables and then I find out that they were giving orders to the wrong tables and this is even with the tables having numbers on them so it should not be that confusing.so now to the food. We got most of what we ordered, came to find out that the Mediteranian minced beef Samosa, and instead was given a Asian Potato Samosa and was not informed of the change. Over all the meal did taste good. But based on the service I will not go back anytime soon.

As
Review №25

My boyfriend is super picky and we both loved this place. We cant wait to come back and try different dishes! Probably our new favorite restaurant in the area.

Aa
Review №26

I sat there for 2 hours, was served a mango lassi and they forgot about my food, I paid for the lassi and left. Also thats not a real mango lassi, its mango flavored ice, with a hint of flavor of manjo. There is no ice in a mango lassi, its suppose to be pure yogurt, fruit, and spices. I had it before in restaurants in Columbus and it is one of my favorites. I hope to return someday and maybe...eat

Ja
Review №27

The owner was very nice and super informative on all the dishes. There are so many different ethnicities of food offered here you are sure to find something for everyone. We loved it!

Ci
Review №28

Horrible customer service. Treated my family extremely poorly when we came in to figure out a mix up with our order. Waitress was EXTREMELY rude and would not allow us to explain the problem. The other employee (the owner?) was absolutely no help whatsoever and allowed her employee to act very unprofessional. What a shame, because we enjoy the food, but we will not be back!

Da
Review №29

Cute little restaurant with excellent and friendly service. I liked the Express style meals, fast and ready for lunch. They had some very good vegetarian options for a plant eater, like myself. Indian food should be spicy and they didnt disappoint. My lunch came with a tasty flan-like custard. Good food, friendly & fast service, priced right, in a nicely decorated cafe... what else could you want? Go try them!

Wo
Review №30

Tasty Filipino, Vietnamese, Indian, Nepalese & Mediterranean cuisine. Cheap & generous portions. Downtown. Friendly indeed.

St
Review №31

The Best Restaurant Experience I have had in a long time! The food is extremely Great. Highest quality ingredients with generous portions. I highly recommend and encourage you to try this Restaurant for you will make it back again & again 😋.

Vi
Review №32

Food was unpretentious and reminded me of home. It was like friends from all over the world shared their home cooked lunch with me. Go for the platter if not sure what to get.

Ca
Review №33

I have ate there multiple times prior to this time. This time I ordered through doordash. I was missing half my order (which whatever its not really a big deal, I’ll just call the store), after talking to the owner she was very rude and aggressive to me even while im being extremely nice to them. Sadly this will be the last time I order from them or refer them to anyone. There are way too many AMAZING locations that actually appreciate their customers.

Ph
Review №34

I and two friends met for lunch today. So many different dishes from various countries to choose from. Got the Vietnamize stir fry and was pleasantly delighted with my choice. Staff were friendly, helpful and courteous. Enough variety here that anyone should be able to find something fitting.

E
Review №35

One of the best restaurants in town!! The food is always amazing! Staff is always super friendly and helpful!!!

Ji
Review №36

Very simple atmosphere. Food is unique. Lots and lots of flavor. Highly recommend you order the around the World dish. It gives you a sample of many things.

An
Review №37

Chicken Adobo, Pancit, pita chips and tabouli. All amazing. Birthday dinner with my family. I wanted to try something new and was blown away by the service and food!

Co
Review №38

Good food was busy doing door dash but got our food to go

Mu
Review №39

The food was fantastic and the service was awesome, no pricey, thanks Matt for the great services.

Sh
Review №40

A lot of food for the money and it is very good.

Jo
Review №41

A gem. Casual eatery with Indian, Filipino, and Mediterranean cuisine. The samosas were excellent and I dont usually like samosas. The pancit noodles were also very good. Very friendly owner, too.

St
Review №42

Amazing food and great service!! We are from Lima and this was our first time here. We absolutely stuffed ourselves, and as rookies had both ordered separate meals. Around the world and chicken galeba. Ended up taking a ton of food home. Also ordered dessert and the flan and pineapple upside down cake are both to die for! Prices are super low for how much food you get!

Le
Review №43

I always enjoy dining here. The food is tasty, prepared with fresh, quality ingredients. They have so many options from around the world...full meals, desserts, small plates/quick snack. Ive sampled much of the menu, all very good. Dolly, the gregarious owner welcomes everyone like a friend. And I love the eclectic vibe...definitely not like any of the look-alike franchise eateries that are all too common. Be sure to check it out--youll become a regular. (This is a photo of my afternoon snack with samosa and egg roll with housemade sweet and sour sauce)

Ke
Review №44

Staff is very kind and hospitable!! The food is colorful and amazing! Serves Middle East, Indian, and Philippine food

Ja
Review №45

The food is awesome and the staff is even better! Definitely a unique experience, well worth the visit if you enjoy something different.

La
Review №46

This place is AMAZING. So unique and great price for the quantity and variety of food you get from all over the world!

Je
Review №47

Amazing food and friendly people

Am
Review №48

I love this place 💗Circle of Friends:Oh, great suggestion.Cravings swirls for rice and warmth.Around the World?Nah, outta this world!Share a dish with friends and then -Theres more!Take it home, share again.Or maybe keep it for yourself…Until you find the circles starting end.(Roll out, friends!)

Ja
Review №49

Everything we tried was delicious! Definitely recommend and cant wait to return!

tr
Review №50

Loved the greeting from the staff and owner, very very good food did the around the world plate YUMMY. Im ready to go back

Si
Review №51

Very pleasant atmosphere, great service and Incredible food!!

Me
Review №52

Food was great. People were courteous and I plan on visiting again in the future.

ju
Review №53

Real nice people and good menu. Make you feel at home!

br
Review №54

I stumbled across this restaurant on my way home from a place I dont normally go. It was fantastic. I splurged and ordered a the world tour family meal to bring home to my 3 large boys. It was soooo good. Lots of variety from several different countries. Everything was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be back.

Al
Review №55

Yummy, healthy food.

Do
Review №56

The best food in town! Dolly is an amazing chef, she takes pride in every dish she creates. She comes out from the kitchen to check on her customers. If its your first time in, she tells you about the dish youre eating, which country it comes from. My husband and I are plant based and she brings us extra veggies! This is definitely a must if youre in Findlay. The prices are low and the portions are generous. I wish I had a picture to share, but when the food comes, I am focused on munching and forget!🤪

jo
Review №57

Nice friendly atmosphere, and the tastes wont disappoint. I try to get there everytime I get to Findlay now.

Ni
Review №58

Incredible food and service! Our first time visiting and the waitress was very informative and gave us great insight on what to order. The food was fantastic. We did the around the world tour and ordered egg rolls as well. The portions are huge and flavors are great! The owner of the restaurant brought us out complimentary tea and dessert to finish our meal. A new favorite spot in Findlay!

Ra
Review №59

Ask for hot Indian masala chai

La
Review №60

Welcoming staff and great food!

Da
Review №61

Lovely place with mix of Asian and Mediterranean food (mostly Mediterranean). Interesting and often surprising taste and very big portions. Adobo pork was amazing.

Ch
Review №62

Delicious! They made us a large vegetarian/vegan around the world plate! Yummy Arabic tea as well.

Ca
Review №63

My family had a memorable time at this wonderful restaurant. The food was excellent and the service and atmosphere were wonderful. A great experience at a unique restaurant. Highly recommend!

Am
Review №64

Very nice staff and good service. Gave me a little flan to take home free, thank you 🙏🏼

Jo
Review №65

Highly recommend this place based on my experience! The food was delicious and made to be vegetarian friendly. The prices were very reasonable (I got the Around the World platter). The hummus is the best Ive ever eaten. And my waitress was beyond friendly, personable, and attentive. I couldnt have asked for more.

Ka
Review №66

Very friendly place with good Asian foods and foods represents other ethnicities. You can eat in, call in & take out and Door Dash

La
Review №67

Friday my husband and I went here for the first time. We were so impressed even though it was just take out because of Covid. We got the Around the World for 2 and it was delicious!! We would go here weekly if we lived in Findlay. Huge portions for the price, friendly staff, great variety for the menu.

Ma
Review №68

Very friendly servers willing to describe dishes from countries that a customer may not be familiar with. Excellent food.

Ed
Review №69

Great tasting food! Friendly atmosphere.

Fr
Review №70

Excellent food! The chicken around the world for two will feed about four people, or two really hungry big dudes.

Em
Review №71

Great food and great people! You get alot of food for a good price and the staff is so sweet and fun! Loved it!

Sa
Review №72

Ive never had such a wonderful experience in a restaurant. My family and I all came and had the around the world and desert plate. The food and the hospitality was better than anywhere I have ever been and I am so thankful for the time and memories we had there along with all the incredible food!!

Ky
Review №73

This place is tops, full stars.

Be
Review №74

The food is great so I want this place to do well. Be aware that online orders are often not making it back to the kitchen. I’m not sure why someone has to pass them from the front to the cook, but this has failed to happen 2 of the 3 times. I guess we’ll call?

He
Review №75

Amazing food, super friendly service, great prices. Perfect for date night, large group or the family. We will be back!

Al
Review №76

Where to start. We were the only table occupied in the restaurant and appetizers were served late after an entree came out. Water pitcher had to be sent back twice with floating gunk from the faucet in the water. Kitchen staff bickering back and forth about moving tickets around and mixing up orders. Had to order canned beverages after receiving bacteria filled water and was charged for them. Horrible experience, will not return nor recommend to any one.

Jo
Review №77

Eclectic menu doesnt even begin to describe it! Food from all over the world!

Ji
Review №78

Good food. Large portions. Good service. Great variety on menu. Comfortable atmosphere, easy to linger and enjoy. Owner is eager to please your palette! Will return.

Da
Review №79

Food was great. Staff were excellent.

Ka
Review №80

Such a sweet place. The people are so interesting and friendly. The food was amazing. Falafel to go... great job mother and son..

La
Review №81

Food is very good, very fresh. Best service I may have ever had. So kind. I literally felt like a member of the family. Gentleman at the end came out just to pass out fresh watermelon to everyone just to have. Go here. You will not be disappointed.

Th
Review №82

They have these black beans on the Vietnamese noodles that are ridiculously good. If given the chance, I would eat them from a 5 gallon bucket with my bare hands until I puked over my naked gut.

Da
Review №83

Today from the menu ordered 3 appetizers hummus chicken with waiter. Instead received 3 plates hummus chicken with rice and salad . After received, manager said we get the plates...and the up charge. Will NEVER return to this place.

An
Review №84

This place is consistently the best food Ive eaten in Findlay with huge portions for the price to boot. Close your eyes, pick a random entree, and youll never be disappointed!

Ma
Review №85

This is such a great little place to eat! My only negative is I dont understand the menu very well. The owner was more than glad to help me decide on something and I loved it!

Ja
Review №86

Great food! Fantastic staff! I absolutely love the egg rolls!

Ka
Review №87

I loved this place! The food was delicious and u get alot for your money. The waitress was fantastic too. Highly recommend this place!

Da
Review №88

An incredible hidden gem of Asian cuisine in downtown Findlay. My girlfriend and I had the Around the World chicken platter which included a variety of international chicken dishes and Filipino pancit (rice noodles). It was all cooked well and delicious. The Chicken Mandi was especially tender and flavorful. The chicken curry was a bit on the dry side but overall we were very pleased with the quality and value of our meal. Would highly recommend!

El
Review №89

Had great food, the owner was very kind.Just had an amazing time!

Jo
Review №90

The best restaurant in Findlay.Although the menu assortment might seem strange initially, do not be deceived.Literally everything on the menu is cooked to perfection. From the Asian dishes to the Mediterranean ones & even the desserts.The passion here is undeniable. First of all, it shows in the food, and it also shows in the attitude of this entire establishment. This is a true gem, and without any exaggeration one of the most genuine restaurants in town. If you are local, support this business, if you are new in town/driving by this is the place to go.

Ch
Review №91

Great Place. Food was amazing. Price was great, I would vote around $8-$12 per person. They have a up to date website so you can see the different things they offer. Which Is a lot.

Ma
Review №92

Delicious! Food that’s outstanding, easily in the top 5 restaurants in Findlay. If you live here and you haven’t tried it you’re making the wrong choices in life. Always friendly, always fun, always tasty.

Pa
Review №93

Came here for dinner as a halfway point to meet family. The food was delicious and the service was great. I would definitely eat here again!

ru
Review №94

Food is great. Excellent amount, great price! The Arabic tea is amazing! Friendly staff.

Ry
Review №95

Loved it. Delicious food and very friendly wait staff. The only room for improvement is that they need to raise their prices so they stay in business.

ki
Review №96

The food is wonderful & you get a full plate of food for the price.

Su
Review №97

It was wonderful . The owner is most delightful and Around the world dish was full of many different flavors from different countries.We will be returning. Thank you Dolly

Sc
Review №98

Great ingredients, great food, very good vegan options. My only warning for plant-based folks is to be sure they understand thats not just vegetarian. At fist that did not sink in. But they are super nice and very glad to accommodate.Prices are very reasonable and portions were very generous. All the spices were fresh and everything was delicious.

Er
Review №99

This is a special place. We felt we were the guests of gracious, kind hosts. The food is good. Not haute cuisine, but rich in sincerity.What a lovely experience.We had the around-the-world platter. Good, filling, flavorful. Very fair prices. We will surely return.

Cl
Review №100

Our first visit will definitely not be our last.Found this quaint spot while traveling back from Bowling Green. Filled with Asian, Indian, Middle eastern foods it was hard to choose just one thing.I had the Vietnamese veggies which were spicy and came with a smoked rice. Delicious combination which instantly fired up my mouth but subsided a minute after finishing. Kim had a variety platter which included a little from Vietnam, India, the Philippines and Thailand. Just the right amount of portions and amazing flavors.I think the platters are UNDERPRICED as both our meals plus a serving of baklava was under $20. Incredible value for the portion sizes.And the service was 5 star.We dont get to Findlay often but this will always be our go to place when we do.

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  • Address:125 W Sandusky St, Findlay, OH 45840, United States
  • Site:http://www.circleoffriendsfindlay.com/
  • Phone:+1 567-294-4274
Categories
  • Asian restaurant
  • Indian restaurant
  • Middle Eastern restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:11AM–9PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–9PM
  • Thursday:11AM–9PM
  • Friday:11AM–9PM
  • Saturday:11AM–9PM
  • Sunday:11AM–9PM
Service options
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Health & safety
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Highlights
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Halal food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
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