CAFE 44 HOSTED EVENTS

From holiday brunches and themed-events to wine tastings and chef’s dinners, there’s always something fun happening at Cafe 44.

Check back often for new and exciting events!

2022 Calendar of Events

RESTAURANT WEEK 2022 – WINTER

Three-Course Prix Fixe Dinner $35 per person (plus tax and 20% gratuity)

Red, White & Rose Wine flight $12
(Postmark Cabernet, Decoy Sauvignon Blanc, Erath Rose Pinot Noir)

Our Restaurant Week menu is offered for lunch and dinner!

Tues-Fri | 11:30am-10pm
Saturday 5-10pm

Dine-in only. Reservations are highly encouraged. 2-hour table time

Restaurant Week Menu

2022 GW CHERRY CHALLENGE

Cafe 44 is taking the Cherry Challenge.

We won the cocktail category three years in a row. Help us make it a fourth!

Show your support by casting your vote February 1-15, 2022!

Simply Click on the QR code link below, then scan the QR code with the camera on your mobile phone. Follow the prompts for a quick and easy vote.

Cherry Challenge Menu

QR Code to Vote

VALENTINE’S DINNER

Voted the Most Romantic Restaurant in Alexandria, Valentine’s Dinner at Cafe 44 is sure to be a night to remember!

Fri-Sat | Feb 11-12 | 5-10pm

Join us for a special Valentine’s Dinner featuring a Three-Course Prix Fixe menu

$44 per person (plus tax and 20% gratuity)

Enjoy libations from our full bar menu or indulge in one of our featured selections.

Veuve Clicquot champagne will be offered by the glass & bottle!

Reserve your experience via OpenTable

Please note: reservations required, 2-hour table time, our All Day menu will not be offered at this time.

Valentine's Menu

EASTER BRUNCH WEEKEND

Named the best “Restaurant with a View”, our Easter Brunch is going to be a hit!

Book early to enjoy a family friendly Easter Brunch featuring our popular brunch menu, plus a special all-inclusive three-course prix fixe Easter menu.

Saturday | Apr 16 | 9am-3pm
(last seating at 1pm)

Sunday | Apr 17 | 9am-5pm
(last seating at 3pm)

A credit card is required for reservations. A $25 fee per person will be charged for no-shows and cancellations less than 24 hours’ in advance.

To accommodate reservations in a timely fashion, we are observing 2-hour seating times.

Easter Menu

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

MOTHER’S DAY

Mother’s Day Brunch

Sunday, May 9, 2021
9am – 5pm

A credit card is required for reservations. We may charge a $50 fee for no-shows and cancellations less than 12 hours’ in advance.

To accommodate reservations in a timely fashion, we are observing 2-hour seating times.

Though we will try our best, we cannot guarantee seating preferences. Outdoor reservations are not guaranteed indoor seating.

Thank you for your understanding.

Specials

CAFE 44 2021 PAST EVENTS

We hope you enjoyed partying with us. Feel free to peruse our past events.

2021 Calendar of Events

FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH

FATHER’S DAY

Father’s Day Brunch

Sunday, June 20, 2021
9am – 5pm

Enjoy our full brunch menu, plus a few specials.

A credit card is required for reservations. We may charge a $50 fee for no-shows and cancellations less than 12 hours’ in advance.

To accommodate reservations in a timely fashion, we are observing 2-hour seating times.

Though we will try our best, we cannot guarantee seating preferences. Outdoor reservations are not guaranteed indoor seating.

Thank you for your understanding.

Menu

ALEXANDRIA BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

Celebrate Alexandria’s 273rd Birthday

Saturday, July 9 | 7-10 PM

Spectacular View of Fireworks on the Potomac
Featuring our All Day Menu & Chef’s Specials

Purchase VIP Seating on the Waterfront Balcony and Terrace

Includes a welcome beverage, amuse bouche, and a 7-10pm table time

Balcony (covered)
Table for Two $100 | Table for Four $200

Terrace (uncovered)
Bar Seat $25 | Table for Two $75 | Table for Four $150

Café 44 cannot guarantee the City of Alexandria will put on the fireworks display. In the event of rain or severe weather, we reserve the right to close the outdoor space and move reservations inside or cancel. Outdoor reservations are not guaranteed indoor seating.

Summer Cocktail Attire. Table purchase is required for reservations. Tables will be assigned at the time of booking. For questions or to purchase a table, please call 571.344.9100.

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RESTAURANT WEEK – SUMMER

Restaurant Week – Summer

August 20-29, 2021

Dinner for Two $49 (Dine-in Only)

Tuesday-Saturday 5-10pm

Reservations highly encouraged. Simply click on the RESERVE A TABLE link above.

Menu

OLD TOWN COCKTAIL WEEK

September 10-19

Introducing four new craft cocktails

The Mexican Gentleman – crafted by Dan Marquis, lead bartender
mezcal, domain de canton, earl grey & ginger syrup, hellfire bitters, tiki bitters, fresh lime

Petal to the Metal – crafted by Nicki, executive chef
makers mark bourbon, cointreau, hibiscus syrup, fresh lemon, hibiscus-chili-lime salt rim

Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil – crafted by Jula Jane, Cafe 44 owner
ketel one vodka, crown royal apple whisky, apple pucker, demerara, fresh lemon

Henny Bromance – crafted by Jeremy & Tony
washed hennessy, cointreau, strawberry puree, orange syrup

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OLD FASHIONED WEEK

1 community. 10 days. 1 great cocktail.

October 15-24

Elijah Craig Old Fashioned Week is an annual celebration of this classic Bourbon cocktail, featuring events in bars and online. Together, we’re raising a glass and some funds for a great cause.

BOOS & BOOZE

Join us for a fun filled Halloween weekend featuring themed craft cocktails and treats.

Friday-Sunday October 29-31, 2021

Costumes & Reservations encouraged.

FRIENDSGIVING & HOLIDAY BRUNCH

Gather your friends and family for some Thanksgiving fun.

Friendsgiving – All Day Happy Hour

Tuesday-Wednesday | November 23-24th
11:30am-10pm

Enjoy an all-day happy hour featuring food & beverage specials, plus Chef Nicki’s autumn charcuterie boards.

Holiday Season Kick-off – 3-Day Brunch

Friday-Sunday | November 26-28th
10am-5pm

Join us for a special holiday brunch with themed craft cocktails, chef’s specials and holiday cheer. Reservations highly encouraged.

Please note, we are only offering our brunch menu on the 26th-28th.

ALEXANDRIA HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS

Saturday, December 4th
5:30pm

Get into the holiday spirit as you watch dozens of brightly lit boats cruise along the Potomac River shoreline.

Purchase a VIP Reserved Table – (571) 344-9100
(includes welcome beverage, amuse bouche, and 5-8pm table time)

Heated Balcony
(heated and covered)
$100 Table for Two / $200 Table for Four

Waterfront Terrace
(unheated and uncovered)
$75 Table for Two / $150 Table for Four

Window Seat-Indoor
$50 Table for Two / $100 Table for Four

Dress warm and bring a blanket if you want to be extra cozy.

Our All Day and Beverages menus will be available.

Tables are assigned at the time of purchase. Rain or shine event. No refunds.

Please note, the duration of the parade can vary from 30 minutes to an hour based on total participants, cruising speeds and river conditions.

NEW YEAR’S DAY BRUNCH

Toast the New Year with a celebratory Brunch featuring our popular brunch menu, free flowing bubbles, chef’s specials, and more!

Saturday-Sunday | January 1-2 | 10am – 5pm

Reservations highly encouraged. Two-hour table time.

*We will be closing at 8pm on New Year’s Eve for a private staff party.