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   NicJackson

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Our server DeLeithia was such a pleasant person and extremely attentive. We told her she’s our server from now on.

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   Bernie

   Washington DC

   25 reviews

   5.0

   25 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food4service4ambience5

   As usual, dinner at Cafe 44 was delightful despite a rainly cool evening. The service was outstanding, allowing us to visit and not rushing us to place orderts, etc. The views are incredible. We enjoyed watching the sail boats and planes and the lights at National Harbor and the Wilson bridge. The food as usual was delicious.

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   Brown234

   Washington DC

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Very nice! Staff was great and the food was good!

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   Cafe44Brunch

   Washington DC

   7 reviews

   4.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall4food5service4ambience5

   Great spot overlooking the Potomac River. Good value for brunch Prix Fixe menu with 3 courses. Good food prepared well.

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   ClintonM

   Corpus Christi

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great food. Great location. Great view. Highly recommend.

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   Foodfan

   Tulsa

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Second time at Cafe 44 and it was as good as the first time. Sat inside this time and still enjoyed a fabulous view. Food and drinks were very good. Once again, the appetizers were a highlight. Service was also very good and the atmosphere is light and fun

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   TheGraduate

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall2food3service5ambience5

   Although I made a telephone call to verify reservations and included comments in the comment section, lots of inconsistency with the management of the restaurant. There for a "happy hour" to celebrate graduation but ended up having to spend double on dinner and drinks as the "happy hour" food selection was deleted and only provided a list of limited drink selections. One good thing going for this restaurant is the location. This was not the first time I experienced inconsistencies with Cafe 44.

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Birthday Brunch !

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   ShermaineR

   Atlantic City

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall1food1service1ambience4

   Food was VERY VERY bland. Also small portions compared to the price

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    marial

    Jacksonville

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience5

    Setting is gorgeous, food was fair

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    SusanS

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    As always, Cafe44 didn’t disappoint!! Only complaint is that they were out of signature drink (Boss Lady), but even on a 90deg night, the breeze and shade kept us almost cool, the food was great (had Quattro flatbread and ahi salad this time w drinks), and altho a touch loud, got to experience the live band for background music. Drinks are a little $$$ at 12-16$ for a small cocktail, but it remains my favorite place for girls night or date night.

    Cafe 44Responded 4 days ago

    Thank you for the kind words. I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us. I'm so sorry the Boss Lady is currently unavailable. The key ingredient, Domaine de Canton, is out of stock nationwide. I should probably take it off the menu, but it's everyone's favorite and I keep hoping VA ABC will get Domaine de Canton back in stock soon. We had to bump our prices just a bit due to the ever-increasing cost of almost every ingredient. Let's hope things get back to normal soon. Jula

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    Epic

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience5

    A great place to eat. Affordable and the ambience is nice.

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    KarenH

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    The noise level was adversely affected by one table of two women and their two screaming children, and some VERY loud toys. I was very impressed with how the staff very politely asked that party to tone down the noise not once but twice. It’s never easy to do that and I thought your staff reacted swiftly, firmly, yet kindly.

    Cafe 44Responded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your patience and understanding. We have a strict policy that prohibits any use of cell phones, laptops, games, etc. on speaker as it's a disruption to other guests. It's always a difficult thing to ask a guest to adhere to this important policy, but we will never shy away from doing so. We hope to see you again soon and will try our best to find a more enjoyable table upon your return.

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    MAS1

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Beautiful evening- eating outside with a great view! Quentin ,our server, was very attentive and we thoroughly enjoyed the food! I had the lobster and crab ravioli and it is one of my favorites.

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15. DC

    DCtuba

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service3ambience5

    Nice location, ok service and food. There is parking around the neighborhoods or paid parking in the building. Flat bread was pretty good.

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    DorothyB

    Montreal

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We love Cafe 44. Wonderful people and great food. Also, you cannot beat the view!

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    Amanda

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2022

    overall2food2service1ambience3

    I wanted to love this place. The drinks are interesting and the ambience and view were nice, but the food and service were lacking. Our server was incredibly slow. They acted like they were slammed because there was a happy hour event, but not all the tables in the restaurant were full. We had to ask for things multiple times and there was always a long wait. It didn't seem that crazy to me. We specifically booked the heated balcony. The sun went away and the breeze picked up, so we asked for our heat lamp to be turned on twice. Ours was never turned on, but our neighbors was and then theirs was shut off. I then heard another table complain about it to the hostess/manager? And she seemed annoyed about it saying "some people want it on and some don't so I just decided to turn them all off". We didn't hear anyone around us complain about them being on. So we should freeze? And the fact that I had to overhear that, and it wasn't even communicated to us, when we asked twice, was a less than stellar customer service experience. My chicken Caesar salad came with the dressing on the side, instead of mixed in, which I have never experienced before without specifically asking for that. It was difficult to mix in such a heavy dressing on the flat plate it was served on. I had to ask for more. The croutons tasted burnt. The bourbon bbq meatballs were okay, but nothing to write home about. The Big Dipper seemed small for the price. Large bowl of tomato soup, smaller sandwich. Overall, we left pretty disappointed. Also, you have to pay for parking.

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    DCShippy

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience4

    We have been the Cafe 44 several times and the food, drinks and ambiance are fantastic. Unfortunately they always seem understaffed and the wait for food and refreshed drinks can be long. Still highly recommend it, just pack a bit of patience.

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    FinickyEater

    Richmond

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Why dine anywhere else. What was surprising and unexpected perfection: the drop dead gorgeous view of the Potomac River and Old Town, the astonishing quality of perfectly prepared cocktails and food, the excellent service by happy, personable and charming non -intrusive servers, and the overall totally wonderful happy vibe from other diners who were delighted to have been seated. It just does not get better than Cafe 44 in Old Town Alexandria. A true neighborhood gem. Nothing else as charming or delicious in Old Town. Don’t go anywhere else!

    Cafe 44Responded 4 days ago

    Be still our hearts! Thank you for such a rave review. It was a pleasure chatting with you and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

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    MrLogic

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great location with view over the river from 4th floor balcony. Space was a little tight as our table was next to a door that was propped open. Food was great, good selection of drinks and service was very good.

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience5

    The venue is beautiful. The noise level is very high when packed on the inside of the establishment. The service could have been better but I tipped generously anyway.

    Cafe 44Responded 4 days ago

    I'm so sorry to hear we didn't provide the exceptional experience with which we strive. Admittedly, Sunday brunch can be a bit boisterous and busy, busy, busy. You're a class act to have tipped your server generously despite feeling the service was lacking. We work very hard to provide top notch service and sometimes fall short. Please accept my apologies. I hope you give us another try. Perhaps for a leisurely lunch on the waterfront balcony.

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    GeorgeS

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lovely place, clean, and great view. The staff was great! The food was wonderful!

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    StacyK

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience5

    We really enjoyed brunch at Cafe 44. It was a definite win! We sat on the outdoor heated patio and it was perfect. Great view, very friendly service, and delicious food. We would definitely come back, it was a lovely way to start our day.

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24. JR

    JodiR

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful view, great vibe, classy venue and food. Really had a perfect night!

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    This was my second visit to Cafe 44, first for brunch. I had shrimp and grits which were just ok and shared French toast with my friend which was amazing. The server was nice however the service was a little slower than expected.

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    WinnerWinner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience1

    Thank you for the opportunity to write a review. This was my third visit to Cafe 44. The prior two visits were very nice although the food is definitely not the reason to go. Being seated outside or by a window is the attraction of Cafe 44. I made reservations for an outdoor water view table. The day before my reservation, I received a phone message indicating that we were being moved inside due to weather conditions. When we arrived, there were guests seated outside. I think there is a difference between covered and non-covered seating. I was not offered a covered seat as an alternative; just told we were being moved indoors. We were seated in a corner next to a very loud group. We had to speak loudly to each other to be heard. The server was polite. It seems that the food offerings are on the cheap side. We were not offered any bread and when we asked the server said she could bring toast. This took about 10 minutes and came with no butter or jelly. The breakfast burrito came with a teaspoon of salsa in a small cup. The burrito was burned on the top. Overall, it was a disappointing experience which means I will not likely return.

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    RandeeH

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We love Cafe44, has such a great vibe, awesome service and delish food.

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The only thing that would have made our experience better was if we could have sat outside, but regardless had a lovely date night. The drinks were delicious, the food was bold and interesting, the service was great, and the ambience was perfect for our first evening out in a while. We are definitely planning to come back to try the brunch.

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29. BL

    BobL

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Not your regular restaurant menu. Absolutely great if you are not looking for a heavy meal. We were satisfied with just eating the Starters.

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    TamaraC

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My husband and I visited during lunchtime on a Friday. The service was exceptional, the food was delicious and the cocktails were amazing. Exactly what you would expect when you order a drink. The lobster roll had the right amount of lobster to roll. The roll was nicely toasted and buttery. The crab cake sandwich was good. The aioli add the perfect kick to the sandwich. The one thing I would've changed if I had the option was to have freshly cut french fries instead of potato chips. The chips were good but fries would been better.

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    BigE

    Washington DC

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    The greeting was pleasant, service was great, Food was delicious and it was a great experience. We definitely will be returning.

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    Joey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing time! Really nice views and food was great too

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    DeborahS

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience5

    The view is amazing! The cocktails are creative and tasty. The food not quite as good as pat times I’ve dined there. The carrot cake tasted like it had been in the refrigerator or freezer for too long.

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    MaryM

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A real gem Food was quite good and service is excellent outstanding viewz

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    LikesEatingOut

    Richmond

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2022

    overall5food4service3ambience5

    We love this place. But the outdoor chairs are super uncomfortable. We love sitting outside, so live with it. I actually stood up the whole time. They are hard to move, the backs and seats are uncomfortable. Out table was wobbly and the waiter did little to try to fix the problem or offer to move us. The food was good, but delivered not hot (the mac and cheese was not even room temp), the salmon wasnt hot. We did send it back to reheat. The weather was great, view was great. quality of the food is great, all very fresh. Once food delivered, waiter didn't check back, had to keep flagging him down, it is was not overly busy. This is a great restaurant, we love it, will always keep coming, so hope the feedback helps.

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36. RE

    RasheedahE

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Mother’s Day brunch was nice. Portions were smaller than I expected. Flavors were on point.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall2food2service5ambience3

    Attractive restaurant, very nice and efficient staff, really great appetizers and cocktails. But main course was average or below for all five in my party. Seems like ingredients were just grocery store level and method was t executed that well.

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    JenniferT

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Mother’s Day dinner. We sat outside in the cold in the rain because we selected outdoor in advance. .Don’t trust the inclement weather policy. No one will call and ask if you’d like an earlier or reschedule. They will seat you, your 3 year old and 8 yr old out in the cold rain. A huge huge disappointment. I loved this place, but accommodating us was not worth the host/managers time as other reservations popped up. Why not call in advance? Don’t assume everyone can sit at the bar. I had tears in my eyes as the manager wished me a good night as my children sat in the cold wind, we were granted a heater. Well thanks, I never ever complain but this was out of this world. Watching a family sit in the rain, was beyond.

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    Dd421

    Washington DC

    54 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5

    We enjoyed our food but were sometimes forgotten because we were sitting in the corner. Some drinks we ordered were never delivered. Would return, but not first choice next time.

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, great service, and cool location.

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