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View RestaurantCircus Bar
This beloved establishment in Panajachel offers a unique dining experience, recognized for its iconic status and lively atmosphere. Diners frequently highlight the excellent service and the enjoyable live music, making it a popular choice for groups and those seeking a memorable evening. While the pizzas are a significant draw, with a noted appreciation for the dough, some guests suggest a preference for less cheese. The restaurant provides a welcoming environment, outdoor seating options, and serves a range of cocktails, all contributing to its solid reputation. It's a reliable destination for a satisfying meal with a touch of local flair.
Italian•$$•4.5(2,571)•Lake Atitlán
This beloved establishment in Panajachel offers a unique dining experience, recognized for its iconic status and lively atmosphere. Diners frequently highlight the excellent service and the enjoyable live music, making it a popular choice for groups and those seeking a memorable evening. While the pizzas are a significant draw, with a noted appreciation for the dough, some guests suggest a preference for less cheese. The restaurant provides a welcoming environment, outdoor seating options, and serves a range of cocktails, all contributing to its solid reputation. It's a reliable destination for a satisfying meal with a touch of local flair.
About Circus Bar
This beloved establishment in Panajachel offers a unique dining experience, recognized for its iconic status and lively atmosphere. Diners frequently highlight the excellent service and the enjoyable live music, making it a popular choice for groups and those seeking a memorable evening. While the pizzas are a significant draw, with a noted appreciation for the dough, some guests suggest a preference for less cheese. The restaurant provides a welcoming environment, outdoor seating options, and serves a range of cocktails, all contributing to its solid reputation. It's a reliable destination for a satisfying meal with a touch of local flair.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
lunch
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Circus Bar
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.5 / 5.0(2,571 reviews)
The Restaurant is very iconic and has a great atmosphere. Service was also solid, while not excellent. We had the Pizzas and they had in our opinion a bit top much cheese on them (never thought I would say that). Next time i would order it with less cheese. The dough was great though. However in my opinion compared to other restaurants in the area not the best value for money and also not the best food. However no waiting and the food arrived quickly. So a solid place you can definitely go for. Great place, live music was nice, they talk to the people and the atmosphere feels great, they have old posters on the walls, good menu and nice drinks. We got a basic margarita pizza, it was decent. The horchata was okay and the strawberry Shirley temple was really good! Staff was kind. Loved how the inside of the restaurant looks and I think they have live music on certain nights. Would definitely go back to try some new meals, there was a lot to choose from on the menu!
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Where to Find Them
Calle de Los Arboles, Panajachel 07010, Guatemala
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Opening Hours
Closed Now
Monday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thursday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Friday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Recent Reviews
Stefan F.
November 8, 2025
The Restaurant is very iconic and has a great atmosphere. Service was also solid, while not excellent. We had the Pizzas and they had in our opinion a bit top much cheese on them (never thought I would say that). Next time i would order it with less cheese. The dough was great though. However in my opinion compared to other restaurants in the area not the best value for money and also not the best food. However no waiting and the food arrived quickly. So a solid place you can definitely go for.
A. C.
November 9, 2025
Great place, live music was nice, they talk to the people and the atmosphere feels great, they have old posters on the walls, good menu and nice drinks.
v B.
June 6, 2025
We got a basic margarita pizza, it was decent. The horchata was okay and the strawberry Shirley temple was really good! Staff was kind. Loved how the inside of the restaurant looks and I think they have live music on certain nights. Would definitely go back to try some new meals, there was a lot to choose from on the menu!
Ayrianna W.
August 30, 2025
This place had delicious food and a great atmosphere. We arrived for dinner and ended up staying around 2-2.5 hours eating, chatting and just enjoying the vibes. The food was delicious - definitely recommend the Lasagna Bolognese. Pizzas were good and definitely made with fresh dough!
Celine
May 19, 2025
Had a fantastic dinner here! Pizza and pastas were yummy and the decor was cool to see. We tried the blue cheese ravioli with broccoli and the cream Parmesan spinach ravioli. Lots of power points for phone charging if that matters to you lol. They accept cards over a set amount. I accidentally left something precious to me here and they kept it safe until I came back the next day - very appreciated.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Circus Bar special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Debit Cards
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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