*Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. This food may be served raw or undercooked, or contains, raw or undercooked ingredients. **Nuts. ***Pork. ^Gluten free option.
House Favorites
Sunrise Breakfast^
$18.00
two eggs* your way, white cheddar grits, crispy bacon or turkey sausage, 44-layer biscuit, whipped honey butter, Jula's jam
Allergens
dairy
French Toast Bread Pudding
$17.00
whipped maple butter, powdered sugar, maple syrup, mixed berries
Add Two Eggs* Your Way & Crispy Bacon or Turkey Sausage
$8.00
Belgian Waffle
$16.00
whipped maple butter, powdered sugar, maple syrup, mixed berries
Add Two Eggs* Your Way & Crispy Bacon or Turkey Sausage
$8.00
Shrimp & Grits
$25.00
jim beam cream sauce, cajun shrimp, white cheddar grits, poached egg*, microgreens
gluten-free
Allergens
dairy, shellfish
Double Shrimp
$9.00
Biscuits & Gravy***
$17.00
two 44-layer biscuits smothered in sausage gravy, two eggs* your way
Allergens
dairy
Vegan Breakfast Bowl
$15.00
sautéed peppers, mushrooms & onions, fresh spinach & micro greens over breakfast potatoes, spicy house salsa
vegan
gluten-free
Avocado Toast^
$16.00
toasted sourdough, smashed avocado, goat cheese, pickled red onions, house spicy salsa, poached egg*, micro cilantro
vegetarian
Allergens
dairy
Harvest Salad***
harvest blend, dried cranberries, roasted pepitas, goat cheese, crispy prosciutto, apple maple vinaigrette
gluten-free
Allergens
dairy
$8.00
$15.00
Omelets, Benedicts & Handhelds
Omelets, Benedicts & Handhelds
served with classic fries, breakfast potatoes or side salad; substitute soup +$5
served on toasted english muffin with two poached eggs*
Traditional^
$18.00
country ham, house hollandaise, chives
Allergens
dairy
Chesapeake
$28.00
blue crab cakes, old bay hollandaise, chives
Allergens
dairy, shellfish
Southern
$17.00
fried green tomatoes, old bay hollandaise, microgreens
vegetarian
Allergens
dairy
New England^
$33.00
buttered lobster, house hollandaise, chives
Allergens
dairy, shellfish
Short Rib^
$28.00
six-hour braised short rib, house hollandaise, smoked paprika, chives
Allergens
dairy
Handhelds
Brunch Burger*** ^
$21.00
8 oz chuck blend patty* (medium), sunny-side up egg*, pepper jack, brown sugar & peppercorn bacon, tomato, lettuce, onion, ale mustard aioli, toasted brioche bun
Allergens
dairy
Crab Cake Sandwich
$28.00
4 oz lump blue crab cake, house remoulade, lettuce, tomato, onion, toasted ciabatta
Allergens
shellfish
New England Lobster Roll^
5 oz chilled lobster, duke's mayo, house spice, chives, toasted NE roll
Allergens
shellfish
MKT
Chef's Hangover Sandwich*** ^
$14.00
english muffin, cream cheese, pepper jelly, turkey sausage, crispy bacon, fried egg*, white american cheese
Allergens
dairy
Breakfast Burrito***
$16.00
scrambled eggs*, cheddar cheese, breakfast potatoes, crispy bacon or turkey sausage, house spicy salsa
pesto, prosciutto, crushed red pepper, two sunny-side up eggs*
Allergens
dairy
Breakfast Flatbread*** ^
$19.00
fried eggs*, bacon, turkey sausage, peppers, onions, hot honey
Allergens
dairy
Soup & Sides
Lobster Bisque
$13.00
Allergens
dairy, shellfish
5 Deviled Eggs***
$11.00
chives, brown sugar & peppercorn bacon
gluten-free
44-Layer Biscuits
$10.00
two biscuits, Jula's jam, honey butter
vegetarian
Allergens
dairy
Breakfast Potatoes
$10.00
cajun spiced redskin potatoes, onions, bell & poblano peppers
vegan
gluten-free
Parmesan Truffle Fries
$10.00
truffle aioli
vegetarian
gluten-free
Sausage Gravy***
$5.00
Allergens
dairy
White Cheddar Grits
$5.00
gluten-free
Allergens
dairy
Jim Beam Cream Sauce
$3.00
Mixed Berries
$8.00
blueberries, blackberries, raspberries
vegan
gluten-free
*Consuming Raw or Undercooked Meat, Poultry, Seafood, Shellfish or Eggs May Increase Your Risk of Foodborne Illness, Especially if You Have Certain Medical Conditions. This Food May Be Served Raw or Undercooked, or Contains, Raw or Undercooked Ingredients. **Nuts. ***Pork. ^Gluten Free Option
Starters
Burrata
$16.00
marinated roasted tomatoes, balsamic glaze, raw honeycomb, micro basil, focaccia
Charcuterie Board
$18.00
ponzu saucegenoa salame, maple bourbon goat, manchego, house pickles, marinated olives, focaccial
*Consuming Raw or Undercooked Meat, Poultry, Seafood, Shellfish or Eggs May Increase Your Risk of Foodborne Illness, Especially if You Have Certain Medical Conditions. This Food May Be Served Raw or Undercooked, or Contains, Raw or Undercooked Ingredients. **Nuts. ***Pork. ^Gluten Free Option
Charcuterie (1 oz)
Bresaola Wagyu
$7.00
Midwest raised american wagyu, sea salt, juniper, black pepper & fennel pollen. Suggested Pairing: Tempesta | Chicago, Illinois
Sweet Coppa
$2.50
Pork shoulder sweet & tangy, similar to prosciutto. Suggested Pairing: Miguel y Valentino | Spain
*Consuming Raw or Undercooked Meat, Poultry, Seafood, Shellfish or Eggs May Increase Your Risk of Foodborne Illness, Especially if You Have Certain Medical Conditions. This Food May Be Served Raw or Undercooked, or Contains, Raw or Undercooked Ingredients. **Nuts. ***Pork. ^Gluten Free Option
Café 44 is a stylish American eatery situated along the Waterfront in Old Town Alexandria. We cater to a local crowd, attracting those who appreciate a spectacular view, quality food, great wine and craft cocktails. Whether you are a regular or a first-time guest, you are received with warmth and enthusiasm. Known as a hidden gem, we’re the ideal place to gather with family and friends.