Elegant, creative tasting-menu destination inside Wentworth Mansion with standout service and wine; food wows many but some report inconsistency and slow pacing at a premium price.
Circa 1886 delivers expert sommelier guidance and attentive, personalized service within an elegant historic mansion setting that justifies its special-occasion positioning. However, inconsistent seasoning and temperature execution across visits, combined with extended pacing between courses, prevents the grade A territory that its refined ambiance and service expertise might otherwise suggest. The tasting menu format delivers memorable moments but lacks the reliability expected at this price point.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive ($43-52 mains; $135 tasting; $225 with pairings), which may surprise casual diners