Jula's on the Potomac

Name: Jula's on the Potomac
Address: 44 Canal Center Plaza Suite 401, Alexandria, VA, United States, 22314
Telephone: (571) 344-9100
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

3060 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Jan 10, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 49 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Best known for its spectacular panoramic views, Jula’s on the Potomac is one of the most sought-after dining spots in Metro DC. Offering exquisitely crafted cocktails, an ever-evolving wine list, and an impressive array of alcohol-free options, you can be sure to find something to fit your taste. The menus feature American cuisine classics with an innovative approach to brunch, lunch and dinner. Whether you’re dining for business or pleasure, a meal at Jula’s is sure to make a lasting impression.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat 9:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(571) 344-9100
Website
http://julasotp.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Thomas Crenshaw
Private party facilities
With its panoramic view of the Potomac River, buzz-worthy location, and stylish ambiance, Jula's on the Potomac is an ideal setting for many occasions. The expansive space accommodates up to 250 guests and encompasses a variety of indoor and outdoor seating options.
Private party contact
Event Director: (571) 344-9100

Location
44 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 401, Alexandria, VA 22314
Neighbourhood
Alexandria
Cross Street
N. Fairfax Street
Parking details
Plaza: (free) There are 3 parking spaces reserved for Jula's patrons and several unreserved spaces. On-site Garage: ($5 weekends and weekdays after 5pm). Cross railroad tracks and enter garage on right. Street: (free and paid) There is street parking surrounding Canal Center. Watch for the signs to determine if there is a charge or time limit.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Valentine's Day Dinner
US$95.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 14, 2025 only
Voted the "Most Romantic Restaurant" in Alexandria, we're simply the best place to celebrate romance, love & friendship. The Valentine’s Day Dinner Experience features live jazz music by local sensation, Dan Murray, and includes a carefully curated three-course pre-fixe dinner. Our full champagne, wine & cocktail menu will be available for purchase, but please note, our regular dinner menu will not be available that evening. So that we may honor reservations in a timely fashion, we are limiting seating times to 90 minutes. Tables will be assigned at the time of booking, with window seats going first, so don't delay! Visit our website, www.julasotp.com, to view the Valentine’s Day dinner menu. For assistance, please call 571.344.9100.

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What 3,060 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Great for scenic views
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Jula's on the Potomac offers "breathtaking views" and a delightful dining experience, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "delicious food," with standout brunch offerings and creative cocktails. The service is often described as "excellent," though noise levels can be high. The recent renovations have enhanced its appeal, making it a go-to spot in Alexandria.

3,060 Reviews

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Georgiana Paige
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was good – a little pricey though. They had a house red for $9 which was reasonable but there was no house white. The closest thing I could find was a glass of white wine for $18 which is crazy . I think it’s a little expensive to charge $7 for rolls. For some reason, even though the restaurant was nearly empty, they placed us right next to another party, which was odd. I would go back again, but probably just for a special occasion.
Jula's on the PotomacResponded today
Thank you for providing your feedback, which we so appreciate. I apologize for any confusion related to our white wine selection. To help for next time, we have a $9 house white (chardonnay), a $10 Vinho Verde, a $12 chardonnay, a $13 sauvignon blanc, plus an $11 white wine flight. We always seat guests along the window line first, as that's the most requested option. We try to skip tables between guests when we're able, but sometimes a guest asks for a specific table, which we happily oblige. The parker house rolls serve up to four guests and are made fresh to order, served with chef-made smokehouse butter. We feature them for $5 at happy hour. We hope to see you again and please feel free to ask for a manager if you have questions regarding our wine buy the glass.
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Meghan
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing experience! The staff was very lovely all the way through.
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Jill
VIP
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic lunch. Great service and nice views. Possibly the best fish tacos I’ve ever had!
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Candice
VIP
Washington DC
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The price point seems a bit high for mock tails versus alcoholic drinks. I ordered a pistachio cake and it was dry and very tough to eat.
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jeremiah
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at this restaurant, enjoyed the experience.
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russell
VIP
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hula is our go to for brunch! The staff is outstanding, making every effort to make the experience better each visit.
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Ashley
VIP
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The drinks and ambiance were the highlight of my experience. The bartenders were great and Hosts were super welcoming and friendly. Food wasn’t that great, I barely ate my entree, the seafood risotto. The seafood wasn’t fresh, you could tell right away from the smell and texture. I didn’t have high expectations but was surprised how underwhelming the food was. The cost for the NYE experience didn’t match the service provided by our waiter, he started of strong but was clearly overwhelmed as the night went on. The restaurant also charged double for their parking validation than what the cost would have been if we didn’t prepay for parking, it wasn’t much but after the experience had that left an even more negative impression on things.
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Blair
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great way to ring in the New Year. Love the remodel and staff was fantastic!
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Daniel
VIP
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a review for the NYE's dinner - 2nd seating. Ambiance was fantastic, cocktails top-notch, food was very good and server (Kai) was stellar!
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Edward
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The server had an attitude. My wife asked him to wait a minute so she could ask me a question about the drinks I was planning to order. He immediately ran to the manager to get us another server. The manager came over and we told her we didn’t understand why he thought there was problem. He said he didn’t like my wife’s tone. The restaurant was loud so my wife was speaking louder so she could be heard. We previously asked to have our table moved due to a column directly a few inches behind one of our chairs. The column prevented the chair from moving back away from the table. Later another server came to the table next to us with bread the couple said they didn’t order the bread. Then the server brought the bread to our table. I told her we didn’t order the bread. Then our server showed up and said the bread was complimentary and if we didn’t want it he could give it to someone else. The server nor the manager never communicated with us that they were bringing out complimentary bread. Later when the food was being served another server brought out food and was confused about which table to deliver to. Entrees for one table were placed in front of the customer then picked up and move to the correct table. Setting aside the issues with the server’s attitude and miscommunication, the food was just mediocre. It may be that my expectations were a little high. I expected something similar to Trummers on Main or Girasole. Lesson learned, not a fan.
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Jula's on the Potomac offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (571) 344-9100.

Jula's on the Potomac is rated 4.6 stars by 3060 OpenTable diners.