The Circle
Maplewood
The Circle is a cozy, spacious Southeast Asian deli and boba spot in Maplewood serving stacked banh mi, spring rolls, bao buns, and vermicelli bowls. It is particularly renowned for its croffles, with creative flavors like tiramisu, biscoff, and strawberries and cream receiving top ratings. While savory dishes like the pork belly bao buns score exceptionally high, some drinks like the brown sugar milk tea received more critical feedback.
Commenters show strong enthusiasm for the food quality and attractive interior decor, frequently expressing eagerness to visit with friends and family. Menu items like the mango croffle, spring rolls, and Ube Matcha earn glowing endorsements from patrons. Aside from overall praise, feedback is occasionally sparse, including a single comment accusing the shop of copying another bakery's concept.
- Must-try savory items include the pork belly bao buns, giant shrimp spring rolls, and stacked banh mi.
- Save room for dessert croffles, especially the tiramisu (rated 10/10), biscoff, or mango options.
- Try specialty beverages like the Ube Matcha or Mango Matcha.
- Skip the brown sugar milk tea if you prefer boba pearls with deep flavor infusion.
- Take advantage of the spacious seating for group or family visits.
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