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    Elevated Waterfront Dining

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    Party on the Potomac

    Celebrate your next event with us.
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    chef driven cuisine

    Innovative Cocktails
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    the wine room

    An Immersive Experience
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Dining Room

By day, Jula’s is a destination for executive lunches and elegant brunches; by evening, it transforms into one of the region’s most coveted settings for elegant dinners, celebrations, and private events.

For assistance with large party bookings, please call our concierge at (571) 344-9100.

Reservations

Bar & Lounge

Reserve a seat in the gorgeous bar & lounge, featuring panoramic views and a lively Social Hour from 3-6 pm Tuesday-Saturday. We have high-top tables for two along the window line plus plenty of seats at the bar.

The full menu is available in the bar & lounge.

Reservations

Valentine’s Day

Voted the most romantic restaurant in Alexandria, we’re simply the best place to celebrate romance, love & friendship. On Valentine’s weekend (February 13-15) we’re offering our full menu, plus chef’s specials. You may book a standard reservation or the Valentine’s Day Champagne Experience for two, which includes a window table or intimate booth.

Book your experience via OpenTable or feel free to call our concierge team for assistance. (571) 344-9100

Reservations

Jula's terrace

Escape the ordinary, celebrate and unwind!

The Terrace will reopen in the spring with the full menu experience.

About Us


Waterfront Dining AT ITS FINEST

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“This is where you go to impress your friends!”

Perched along the banks of the Potomac River with panoramic views, Jula’s on the Potomac defines luxury waterfront dining in Alexandria. Blending polished service, elevated design, and a sophisticated culinary vision, we offer a refined escape where every detail—from the first pour to the final course—is thoughtfully curated.

Our menus showcase modern American cuisine through a seasonal, chef-driven lens—prime steaks, pristine seafood, and artfully composed plates that balance classic technique with contemporary creativity. The bar program is equally distinguished, featuring expertly crafted cocktails, rare and reserve wines, premium champagne selections, and a collection of zero-proof offerings.

Recognized as the most sought-after Alexandria waterfront restaurant and a standout for fine dining, Jula’s on the Potomac is where exceptional cuisine, impeccable service, and breathtaking views come together—effortlessly, beautifully, and without compromise.

Private Events


Designed For Every Occasion

With its waterfront view, buzz-worthy location, and stylish ambiance, Jula’s on the Potomac is an ideal setting for any occasion.

The expansive space accommodates up to 250 guests and encompasses a variety of seating options within the dining room and on the outdoor terrace.

Whether planning an intimate gathering for 10 or extravagant event for 250, our team works closely with each host to create a memorable, stress-free event.

For pricing and more information, please click on the links below.

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DIRECTIONS

Using the map, make your way to the intersection of First Street and Canal Center Plaza, then head towards the water. Once you cross the railroad tracks, you'll see Building 44 on your right. It’s the one with the COGGINS sign at the top and the boxwood hedge and the Jula’s on the Potomac sign on the front. Enter through the lobby doors then take the elevators up to the 4th floor.

Parking

Plaza: Free

There are three parking spaces reserved for Jula's on the Potomac patrons. Look for the blue and white signs immediately on the right after crossing the railroad tracks.

Street: Free & Paid

There is street parking surrounding Canal Center. Watch for the signs to determine if there is a charge or time limit.

On-Site Garage: Paid

$5 after 5pm Tuesday-Friday
$5 all-day Saturday & Sunday
$8-10 Weekdays before 5pm

Cross the railroad tracks and enter the parking garage immediately on your right. Proceed down the ramp and turn right. Follow the green color-coded markings. You may park on the first or second level in the unreserved spaces. Once parked, proceed to the door clearly marked 44. Follow the sign to the elevators. Come up to the 4th floor.

First To Know

Location

Canal Center
Building 44 | 4th Floor
44 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 401 Alexandria, VA 22314
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Reopening in the spring with all new furniture and a full menu experience.

Hours

Lunch
Tuesday-Friday 11:30-3
(last seating is 2:30 pm)

Dinner
Tuesday-Saturday 5-10 pm
(last seating is 8 pm)

Brunch
Saturday 9-3 | Sunday 9-5
(last seating is 2 pm on Saturdays and 3 pm on Sundays)

Social Hour
Tuesday-Saturday 3-6
(offered exclusively in the bar)

Forms of payment

We are a cashless restaurant & accept the following

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