In a town that’s quickly growing but still treasures its neighborly roots, Giulia’s Café has become a gathering place where new faces and longtime locals come together around the table. Owned by Anthony and Giulia Porcaro, the café offers more than just freshly made meals—it delivers a sense of belonging. From the moment you walk through the door, you’re greeted with warmth, the comfort of scratch-made food, and the kind of hospitality that makes a new community feel like home.
Conveniently located along Highway 377, Giulia’s Café blends a cozy country-chic style with the hum of happy conversation. The space is both relaxed and refined—think rustic farmhouse touches, soft wood accents, easy to read menus, and country touches that bring a sense of charm to each table. The natural light spilling across the booths in the morning makes breakfast feel like home, while the warm glow in the evenings sets the perfect tone for a late lunch. It’s an environment that’s inviting but polished, perfectly reflecting the Porcaros’ ability to bring fine dining touches into an approachable, family-focused café.
Anthony and Giulia’s backgrounds in fine dining are at the core of everything they do. Both spent years working long hours in upscale restaurants, mastering technique, service, and presentation at the highest levels. But what they craved most wasn’t more awards or a bigger kitchen—it was balance. They dreamed of a restaurant that still honored culinary excellence but allowed them to slow down, enjoy life, and create a space where neighbors felt like family. When they discovered Aubrey, a community on the cusp of exciting growth yet rich in small-town spirit, they knew they had found the place to bring their vision to life.
From day one, Giulia’s Café has stood apart because of its people. In an era when many restaurants rely on tablets and kiosks, here you’ll find attentive servers who learn your name, remember your favorite order, and take genuine pride in making each visit personal. For parents, it’s the kind of workplace where they want their teenagers to start out. Young staff members don’t just learn how to balance trays and clear tables—they develop a strong work ethic, practice the art of warm conversation, and embrace the timeless value of putting the customer first. Some customers even have their very own personal coffee mugs in the shop. In many ways, Giulia’s is helping shape Aubrey’s next generation, one shift at a time.
The heart of the café, of course, is the menu. Breakfast and brunch may be the most popular meals, and for good reason. Fluffy pancakes drizzled with maple syrup, chicken and waffles, and a traditional eggs Benedict with velvety hollandaise are just a few of the favorites that keep locals coming back time and again. Every dish is made from scratch with fresh, quality ingredients, and the Porcaros’ fine dining backgrounds shine in the little details—the seasoning, the balance of flavors, the consistency of execution.
But to stop at breakfast would be to miss one of the café’s most talked-about plates: the Pork Chop. Bursting with flavor, the chop is marinated and then seared to a golden crust, locking in its natural juices. It’s served alongside perfectly roasted vegetables—al dente, never overdone and mashed potatoes—ensuring that every bite offers both freshness and depth. The plate itself is a study in balance, rustic in spirit, elevated in execution. It’s the kind of dish that feels equally at home in a fine dining restaurant in Dallas as it does in the cozy country chic setting of Giulia’s Café.
And for those who crave even more sophistication, Giulia’s has a surprise up its sleeve: Invitation-Only dinners. These exclusive evenings are a best-kept secret among the café’s most loyal patrons. Featuring premium cuts of beef and specialty proteins sourced from the same suppliers as those high-end steakhouses in Dallas, New York, and Las Vegas, these dinners rival any special-occasion restaurant experience. Multi-course menus are designed with care, showcasing Anthony and Giulia’s ability to transform their café into a destination for refined dining. Guests often leave remarking that the quality, service, and atmosphere rival—and in some ways surpass—the city’s most celebrated steakhouses, all while enjoying the warmth and intimacy of Aubrey’s small-town charm. Contact Guilia’s to find out more about this special, reserved seating for such a memorable culinary experience.
Still, as elevated as these evenings can be, Giulia’s remains grounded in community. Families gather there for Saturday brunch, neighbors linger over weekday coffee, and children sometimes don miniature aprons and chef hats to “help” in the kitchen—adorable reminders that food and fellowship go hand in hand. The Porcaros don’t just serve food; they serve moments of connection.
That connection extends far beyond the café walls. Giulia’s caters weddings, family reunions, and church gatherings, ensuring that their food is part of life’s most meaningful occasions. They give generously to local fundraisers, donate meals where needed, and treat every community cause as their own. It’s no wonder their café has become woven into the very fabric of Aubrey.
And perhaps nothing captures the spirit of the place more than a story Giulia loves to tell. One afternoon, a group of veterans and first responders quietly began picking up the tabs of strangers in the café. A young family, touched by their generosity, chose to pay it forward to the next table. That same spirit of kindness continued throughout the day until the very last guest walked out without paying a cent. “That’s the heart of Aubrey,” Giulia says with a smile.
For Anthony and Giulia, Giulia’s Café is more than a business—it’s a way of life. They’ve traded the relentless pace of fine dining for something more meaningful: a place where the food is made with intention, the service is personal, and the community is at the center of it all. “We couldn’t have asked for a better town to call home,” Giulia reflects. “The people here have embraced us, and we’re honored to be part of their lives.”
At Giulia’s Café, country chic charm meets heartfelt hospitality, creating a dining experience that nourishes both body and soul. Whether you stop in for brunch with friends, linger over a pork chop lunch, or are fortunate enough to be invited to one of their exclusive fine dining evenings, you’ll discover what makes this café so special: good food, good company, and the kind of warmth that turns a growing community into a true home.
“More than meals, Giulia’s Café serves connection, comfort, and community daily.”
“Giulia’s Café turns good meals into lasting memories.”