Cafe 44 (formerly) now Jula's on the Potomac Menu (Update 2025)

Introducing the menu at Cafe 44, now known as Jula's on the Potomac, promises a delightful culinary journey set against stunning riverside views. Renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, this restaurant combines fine dining with accessibility, making it a go-to for both locals and visitors. The outdoor seating provides a picturesque backdrop of the Potomac River, enhancing each meal with a serene ambiance.

  • Brunch Highlights: Diners rave about the biscuits and sausage gravy and shrimp and grits, showcasing the skillful blend of comfort food and gourmet flair.
  • Signature Dishes: The Garden Truffle offers a harmonious balance of flavors, with rich, savory notes complemented by fresh garnishes.
  • Exceptional Service: Guests consistently praise the attentive yet unobtrusive staff, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a meal with friends, Jula’s on the Potomac is an unforgettable destination that delights the senses.

Meats

Prosciutto, Canada

aged nine months

Genoa Salami, USA

sweet, uncured

Bourbon Bacon Salami, USA

kentucky bourbon

Spicy Soppressata, Italy

rustic, savory

Lamb Ham, USA

aged six months

Mt Tam, Cowgirl Creamery

triple cream

Maple Bourbon Goat, LaClare Family Creamery

sweet, fruity, tangy

Espresso Bellavitano, Sartori

espresso rind, cheddar & parmesan blend

Humbolt Fog, Cypress Grove

soft ripened goat cheese

Manchego, Queso Coqueya

buttery and firm

Cheeses

Accoutrements

Marinated Olives

Marcona Almonds

Raw Honeycomb

Assorted Nuts

House Pickles

Seasonal Jam

Grapes

Crab Cake

4 oz. jumbo lump crab, house remoulade

US$29.00

Crab Dip

blue crab, old bay, sharp cheddar, blue corn tortilla chips

US$15.50

Crab Claws

1/4 pound, garlic butter, parmesan, chives

US$16.00

Shrimp Cocktail

five chilled jumbo shrimp

US$12.00

Seared Scallops

butternut squash puree, micro arugula

US$14.00

Ahi Tuna

edamame puree, ponzu vinaigrette, microgreens

US$15.50

Bison Meatball

white cheddar grits, tomato gravy, chives

US$14.00

Warm French Onion Dip

sourdough crisps

US$11.00

Pimento Cheese Hushpuppies

pepper jelly, pimento cheese

US$12.00

Pork Pot Stickers

ponzu sauce

US$11.50

Burrata

marinated heirloom cherry tomatoes, balsamic glaze, honeycomb, micro basil, sourdough crisps

US$12.00

Starters

Soup & Sides

Lobster Bisque

US$7.00

Roasted Tomato Soup

US$7.00

White Cheddar Mac & Cheese

cavatappi, aged cheddar, parmesan, asiago

US$9.00

Caesar Salad

grated parmesan, romaine, house croutons & caesar dressing

US$6.00

House Salad

cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, spring mix, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette

US$6.00

Deviled Eggs

crispy prosciutto

US$4.00

Seafood Cobb

cajun shrimp*, heirloom tomato, blue cheese, bacon, hard boiled egg, romaine, red wine vinaigrette

US$18.00

Ahi Tuna

seared ahi tuna, spring mix, carrots, edamame, cucumber, crispy noodles, ponzu vinaigrette

US$16.00

Chicken Caesar

grilled chicken, grated parmesan, romaine, house croutons, house caesar dressing

US$14.00

Chicken Caprese

grilled chicken, balsamic glaze, spring mix, heirloom cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, balsamic vinaigrette

US$13.50

Entree Salads

Flatbreads

Classico

san marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, provolone

US$14.00

Pepperoni

san marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, provolone, pepperoni

US$15.00

Quattro Formaggi

brie, mozzarella, provolone, asiago, pesto

US$16.00

Garden Truffle

brie, roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions, micro basil, mozzarella, white truffle oil, balsamic glaze

US$17.00

Crab & Lobster Ravioli

tomato cream sauce, micro basil, sourdough crisps

US$22.00

Lobster Mac & Cheese

3 oz lobster, cavatappi, aged cheddar, parmesan, asiago, sourdough crisps

US$21.00

Shrimp & Grits

Jim Beam cream sauce, cajun shrimp*, white cheddar grits, poached egg*, microgreens

US$22.00

Seared Salmon

horseradish hollandaise, broccolini, microgreens

US$24.00

Short Rib

jus, smashed red potatoes, haricots verts

US$26.00

Bison Bolognese

grated parmesan, sourdough crisps

US$19.00

Veal Tortellini

cream sauce, parmesan, sourdough crisps

US$18.00

Mushroom Bucatini

wild mushroom cream sauce, white truffle, chives

US$18.00

House Specialties

Handhelds

New England Lobster Roll

3 oz chilled lobster, dukes mayo, house spice, chives, toasted NE roll, chips

US$19.00

Meatloaf

toasted ciabatta, chips

US$16.00

The Big Dipper

gruyere, white cheddar, manchego, sourdough, roasted tomato soup

US$14.00

NY Reuben

spiced pastrami, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing, house pickle, toasted marbled rye, chips

US$15.00

Avocado Toast

smashed avocado, poached egg*, goat cheese, everything spice, microgreens, brioche

US$15.00

Key Lime Pie

US$8.50

Red Velvet Cheesecake Bar

US$8.50

Guinness Sea Salt Brownie

US$7.50

Vanilla Bean Gelato

US$3.00

Seasonal Sorbet

US$3.00

Chocolate Chip Cookie

US$3.00

Affogato

US$7.50

Sweets

Award Winning Cocktails

Cabin in the Woods

four roses bourbon, black walnut-maple syrup, angostura & smoked orange bitters

US$14.00

Lady Jane

cherry & peppercorn infused tequila, agave, fresh lime, rose sparkling wine

US$14.00

BFL: Berries, Fig & Lime

tito's vodka, st. germain, blackberry, fig jam, fresh lime, prosecco

US$14.00

Boss Lady

44 north vodka, canton ginger, st. germain, grapefruit

US$14.00

French 44

tanqueray gin, fresh lemon, demerara, prosecco

US$12.00

Skinny Margarita

espolon blanco tequila, agave mix, triple sec, salt rim

US$13.00

Moscow Mule

tito's vodka, fresh lime, fever-tree ginger beer

US$12.00

Staycation

kraken black spiced rum, aperol, pineapple, fresh lime, amaro nonino, demerara

US$13.00

Huckleberry Lemonade

44 north huckleberry vodka, lemonade, blackberry & passion fruit puree, tonic

US$13.00

Orchard Sangria

applejack brandy, apple cider, cranberry, fresh lemon, prosecco, nutmeg

US$12.00

Irish Coffee

coffee, jameson, bailey's

US$12.00

Slippery Slope

barr hill gin, st. germain, chamomile syrup, hot apple cider

US$14.00

Craft Cocktails

Bottle Service

Mimosa

US$44.00

Apple Cider Mimosa

US$44.00

Rose Lemonade

US$44.00

Mimosa

orange juice & prosecco

US$10.00

Apple Cider Mimosa

apple cider, prosecco, nutmeg

US$10.00

Rose Lemonade

lemonade & rose sparkling wine

US$10.00

Peach Bellini

white peach puree & prosecco

US$10.00

Old Bay Bloody Mary

tito's vodka, old bay bloody mary mix, olive citrus skewer

US$10.00

Brunch Cocktails

Mocktails

Lavender Lemonade

blackberry & passion fruit puree, lemonade, tonic

US$6.00

Cider Mule

apple cider, fresh lemon, fever-tree ginger beer

US$7.00

Peachy Keen

white peach & passionfruit puree, soda water, true grenadine

US$6.00

Prosecco or Rose

US$10.00

Chambong to Keep & Ruffino Mini

US$20.00

Moet Mini, Imperial

US$24.00

Taittinger, Brut

US$85.00

Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label

US$110.00

Veuve Clicquot, Rose

US$130.00

Champagne & Sparkling Wine

Red Wine

Cabernet, Double Diamond by Schrader Cellars, Napa Valley

US$144.00

Freemark Abbey Rutherford, Napa Valley, North Coast, California

US$139.00

Stag's Leap Artemis, Napa Valley, North Coast, California

US$121.00

Austin Hope, Paso Robles, Central Coast, California

US$119.00

Mount Veeder, Napa Valley, North Coast, California

US$22.00

Bread & Butter, Napa Valley

US$10.00

Noble Vines, California

US$9.00

Red Blend, Robert Mondavi Maestro, Napa Valley, North Coast, California

US$16.00

Pinot Noir, Meiomi, California

US$12.00

Merlot, J. Lohr, Paso Robles

US$51.00

Chianti, Bolla, Italy

US$7.00

Pinot Grigio, V. No, Italy

US$7.00

Chardonnay, Folie a Deux, California

US$11.00

Chardonnay, Stag's Leap, Napa Valley

US$56.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Black Stallion, Napa Valley

US$10.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Robert Mondavi, Napa Valley

US$48.00

White Blend, Three Pears, California

US$9.00

White Wine

Beer

Stella Artois

US$7.00

Bingo Beer, Lager ABV 4.8% Richmond, VA

US$8.00

Smuttynose, Robust Porter ABV 6.3% 43 IBU New Hampshire

US$8.00

Firestone, Union Jack IPA, ABV 7% 60 IBU Paso Robles, CA

US$7.00

Stone, Fear Movie Lions D-IPA, ABV 8.5% 60 IBU Richmond, VA

US$10.00

Stone, Seasonal

US$9.00

Beer of the Month

ask your server for details

Brewed Coffee

free refills

US$3.50

Americano

US$3.00

Tea

US$3.00

Latte

US$5.00

Cappuccino

US$5.00

Mocha

US$5.00

Espresso

US$2.00

Hot Apple Cider

US$4.00

Hot Chocolate

US$4.00

Peppermint Hot Chocolate

US$6.00

Hot Beverages

Cold Beverages

Coke

free refills

US$3.50

Diet Coke

free refills

US$3.50

Sprite

free refills

US$3.50

Iced Tea

free refills

US$3.50

Lemonade

free refills

US$3.50

Cranberry Juice

US$3.00

Orange Juice

US$3.00

San Pellegrino

US$3.00

Aqua Panna

US$3.00

Fever-Tree Ginger Beer

US$7.00