Highly recommend this spot in Alexandria, VA with fantastic experience from start to finish. JOSEPHINE offers exceptional French cuisine, attentive service, and a delightful atmosphere!
The ambiance is perfect for a special occasion, romantic evening or a relaxed meal with friends. Place offers several different settings - I enjoy the atrium the most with its beautiful light and lots of air.
Let’s talk food! I tried almost everything of the menu from escargot, pate, oysters to Steak Frites and Trout - everything was top quality and just delicious! Desserts are also fantastic - try their crème brûlée or profiteroles filled with ice cream (perfect for summer days). But my absolute favorite is grilled brie sandwich! It’s perfect when you’re not too hungry - makes a great meal and dessert! Pair it with some champagne - the restaurant offers a fantastic selection! The location is great too - right in the heart of Oldtown Alexandria, VA! Can’t wait to be back!🥰
Annette Totten
Great lunch experience in both atmosphere & food. The Moules & Frites were exceptional; very tasty and a generous portion. The wine was very good.
Tara L.
Our family had an unforgettable evening at Josephine in Old Town Alexandria. A special thanks to our server Kevin, who made the night feel completely personalized with spot-on recommendations and warm attention. The duck confit was indulgent and succulent, and the trout almandine was light, yet crispy and perfectly cooked. We rounded things out with a rich, comforting bread pudding that was amazing. The setting is spectacular. It is a beautifully restored space, complete with antique millwork, vaulted skylight, and incredible ambience. Between the standout dishes, attentive service, and stunning atmosphere, Josephine delivered a truly exceptional, personalized dining experience.
Christian Loris
After a trip through the tourist corridor in Alexandria we were left wanting for food. My wife booked this place for dinner and it was fabulous. Attentive wait staff, fabulous entrees, great drinks... Alexandria redeemed itself. The steak au poivre was perfect. The building is like a maze. Loud and raucous on the ground floor, classy on the third floor... Not sure what else is tickets in there. Face my wife a nice sparker and some macarons for her birthday. This place now has a warm spot in our hearts. Will be back!
Stephen M Kanicka
I love Josephine! The service was excellent, the atmosphere is amazing and the food was delicious! I can’t wait to go there again!!!
C J
Best French restaurant I have ever eaten in, in America.
It was a little pricey but it's very high quality.
Tried pretty much all the major appetizers and the steak. Everything was top notch.
STOPH8N-TRYLOVE
This is an amazing restaurant, the food is spectacular , and the atmosphere is very romantic...
The only downside if there were one (and it's a very tiny downside.) You may have to use the stairs if there is no available downstairs seating
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shayla M Walker
I want to start by acknowledging that they accommodated us with a table that we did not reserve very close to their closing time. We really appreciated that secondly we were served by Michael who was the epitome of perfection. It was my birthday and he accommodated us with Champagne as well as birthday desserts. His service was immaculate and his comedic timing was perfect. Thank you Michael for making my birthday even more special. This place is about three minutes from my house and I have recommended it to everyone that I know and I will be coming back frequently thanks to Michael who even let my friend in to get my charger after we left lol. Oh and the bill was Very affordable 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites
Nathan Portnoy
Anytime I have a friend in town or anytime I’m In Alexandria I make a point to stop in here for a bite and the martini service. I learned how to make my first Martini at 9 (long story) and have since gone around trying martinis everywhere. Hands down Josephine does it best!! The food is also always amazing even down to the burger. Just spectacular!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites
Xoxo
Chef Aaron, bartender Frank and manager Brad were AMAZING!
Excellent brunch spot, delicious food, and beyond helpful service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites
Jessica Allossery
What a great place for happy hour and dinner! Actually it’s quite a large restaurant but the sections are all small enough to make it feel cozy and quaint. Our server was super attentive, respectful and perceptive. Happy hour drinks were yum and strong - prices reasonable for happy hour but the food prices never change even if it’s happy hour timing. We celebrated our anniversary here and were impressed by the macaroni appetizer, steak frites and beef bourgnion. We will definitely be back and will make sure to bring our family and friends too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hannah Thom
All the food was delicious and very authentic. Our favorite was the lox appetizer and the 3 cheese platter.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Confit
Patricia Henry
The food was good. However, the service is poor . We sat and waited for a server to attend to us for about 30 minutes . When the server eventually assisted us, he took our order and left , it took them about 45mins to bring out the food. Then we ordered Desert, and I'm still waiting and this is 4 days later .
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Donna Waldroup
We had dinner there last week. What a lovely restaurant, great service, and we got to eat on the patio. We both had beef bourguignon and it was amazing. I'm so glad we tried it, and we will be back on the next Alexandria trip.
Highly recommend this spot in Alexandria, VA with fantastic experience from start to finish.
JOSEPHINE offers exceptional French cuisine, attentive service, and a delightful atmosphere!
The ambiance is perfect for a special occasion, romantic evening or a relaxed meal with friends. Place offers several different settings - I enjoy the atrium the most with its beautiful light and lots of air.
Let’s talk food! I tried almost everything of the menu from escargot, pate, oysters to Steak Frites and Trout - everything was top quality and just delicious! Desserts are also fantastic - try their crème brûlée or profiteroles filled with ice cream (perfect for summer days). But my absolute favorite is grilled brie sandwich! It’s perfect when you’re not too hungry - makes a great meal and dessert! Pair it with some champagne - the restaurant offers a fantastic selection!
The location is great too - right in the heart of Oldtown Alexandria, VA! Can’t wait to be back!🥰
Great lunch experience in both atmosphere & food. The Moules & Frites were exceptional; very tasty and a generous portion. The wine was very good.
Our family had an unforgettable evening at Josephine in Old Town Alexandria. A special thanks to our server Kevin, who made the night feel completely personalized with spot-on recommendations and warm attention. The duck confit was indulgent and succulent, and the trout almandine was light, yet crispy and perfectly cooked. We rounded things out with a rich, comforting bread pudding that was amazing. The setting is spectacular. It is a beautifully restored space, complete with antique millwork, vaulted skylight, and incredible ambience. Between the standout dishes, attentive service, and stunning atmosphere, Josephine delivered a truly exceptional, personalized dining experience.
After a trip through the tourist corridor in Alexandria we were left wanting for food. My wife booked this place for dinner and it was fabulous. Attentive wait staff, fabulous entrees, great drinks... Alexandria redeemed itself. The steak au poivre was perfect. The building is like a maze. Loud and raucous on the ground floor, classy on the third floor... Not sure what else is tickets in there. Face my wife a nice sparker and some macarons for her birthday. This place now has a warm spot in our hearts. Will be back!
I love Josephine! The service was excellent, the atmosphere is amazing and the food was delicious! I can’t wait to go there again!!!
Best French restaurant I have ever eaten in, in America.
It was a little pricey but it's very high quality.
Tried pretty much all the major appetizers and the steak. Everything was top notch.
This is an amazing restaurant, the food is spectacular , and the atmosphere is very romantic...
The only downside if there were one (and it's a very tiny downside.) You may have to use the stairs if there is no available downstairs seating
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I want to start by acknowledging that they accommodated us with a table that we did not reserve very close to their closing time. We really appreciated that secondly we were served by Michael who was the epitome of perfection. It was my birthday and he accommodated us with Champagne as well as birthday desserts. His service was immaculate and his comedic timing was perfect. Thank you Michael for making my birthday even more special. This place is about three minutes from my house and I have recommended it to everyone that I know and I will be coming back frequently thanks to Michael who even let my friend in to get my charger after we left lol. Oh and the bill was Very affordable 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites
Anytime I have a friend in town or anytime I’m
In Alexandria I make a point to stop in here for a bite and the martini service. I learned how to make my first Martini at 9 (long story) and have since gone around trying martinis everywhere. Hands down Josephine does it best!! The food is also always amazing even down to the burger. Just spectacular!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites
Chef Aaron, bartender Frank and manager Brad were AMAZING!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boeuf Bourguignon
Restaurantji Recommends
Excellent brunch spot, delicious food, and beyond helpful service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites
What a great place for happy hour and dinner! Actually it’s quite a large restaurant but the sections are all small enough to make it feel cozy and quaint. Our server was super attentive, respectful and perceptive. Happy hour drinks were yum and strong - prices reasonable for happy hour but the food prices never change even if it’s happy hour timing. We celebrated our anniversary here and were impressed by the macaroni appetizer, steak frites and beef bourgnion. We will definitely be back and will make sure to bring our family and friends too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
All the food was delicious and very authentic. Our favorite was the lox appetizer and the 3 cheese platter.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Confit
The food was good. However, the service is poor . We sat and waited for a server to attend to us for about 30 minutes . When the server eventually assisted us, he took our order and left , it took them about 45mins to bring out the food. Then we ordered Desert, and I'm still waiting and this is 4 days later .
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
We had dinner there last week. What a lovely restaurant, great service, and we got to eat on the patio.
We both had beef bourguignon and it was amazing.
I'm so glad we tried it, and we will be back on the next Alexandria trip.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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