Reviews Chez Josephine

Visiting from Ireland. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Fantastic service, beautiful food and great music. Such a lovely atmosphere, friendly staff. Stunning prewar decor.

Everyone seemed so friendly, from the Wait staff, to even the patrons. We had great convo, fast and friendly service, and of course great food. I ordered the Pre fix dinner, all was great. That seabass..OMG. buttery!

This place was magic! Like stepping into Paris really! Andy and the staff were so nice and welcoming and knowledgeable. The food was delicious. What a gem. Already booked my next visit.

We only had drinks on the patio but the staff was so kind. They treated us very well. The lemonade and coffee were excellent. The restaurant is decorated coolly.

Wonderful music and atmosphere! Such chic decor. The food was beyond excellent and the staff was very nice. Can't wait to come back.

So yummy, so fun! I particularly enjoyed their salmon dish and their lentils were super tasty. Beautiful atmosphere, great spot! 👌🏼

I always enjoy this place! They live up to the standards of life that Josephine Baker embodied! The owner and other staff are very nice and welcoming! I have been here about 4 times and enjoy it often when Im in NYC!

Chez Josephine offers an incredible culinary experience! The food is undeniably delicious, surpassing anything I've tasted in the city so far. However, our dining experience was slightly hindered by the service, as they seemed more focused on refilling water than taking our order. Nevertheless, the exceptional flavors make it a restaurant worth savoring.

We made reservations ahead. I got there a few minutes early. Our table was available and they proceeded us to our dining experience. The restaurant, took a team approach to ensure that we were attended to and had everything we needed. Overall great experience. Warning, scandalous paintings in the restaurant area, not for little children.

First walking in I absolutely loved the warm vibe of this restaurant. Honestly with the comes and the dark wood it reminded me a bit of when I was in Paris. I didn't expect there to be live music but there was a lovely musician playing piano and singing very gently, just loud enough to add to the ambiance but still have conversation at the table. The service was just right. They were attentive but not naggy and our waiter answered any questions with a pleasant, dare I say even happy, demeanor. He plauded our choices which whether true or false was nice to hear. Now for the food. I heard this was a good spot for French food and I am happy to report that they did not disappoint. My friends have a tradition of eating it family style. *Appetizers* French Onion Soup - I am not usually a fan of French onion soup because there onions are burnt resulting in a bitter taste. However, this is honestly the best French onion soup I've ever had because I actually really really liked it. Not only was there no bitterness, but the cheese they used was divine (I believe it was gruyere, one of my favorites). Escargots à la Bourguignonne - My friends and I had it in Paris and like to get it as a treat to reminisce about studying abroad. Here it is served pre-shelled and sitting in garlic and herbs so no need to fear accidentally catapulting snails at other diners. (Pro tip: soak up the sauce with the bread they give to the table, you won't regret it!) Tuna Tartare - I love tuna tartare and theirs was top tier. It is served over an avocado salad and features a ginger sesame oil sauce and it paired with toasted bread cut into triangles. *Main Course* Roasted Breast of Long Island Duck with an orange glaze and wild rice - I chose this French restaurant specifically because they had a duck breast dish and they did not disappoint! I'm bias but if the 3 mains we got, this was my favorite. The duck was perfectly cooked, the orange glaze was a lovely compliment to the duck, and the wild rice gave it dinner great texture. Absolutely delicious. I would come back just for this dish Veal special with truffle mash potatoes - My friend ordered this one and if you're a fan of veal or mash you'll be hoping they bring this special back Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with green asparagus, potato purée, and champagne sauce - Admittedly, I'm not the biggest fan of scallops. I will say, they were made very well and I enjoyed it when the pastor puree and asparagus. *Dessert* Crème Brûlée - We split this dessert and it was on par with the rest of our meal. I feel like the best way to describe it is that the custard seemed perfectly set. Not water, held it's shape but still melted in the mouth. The perfect end to a delicious meal! I will definitely be coming back here again!

5-Star Review Dear Chez Josephine Management and Staff, I am writing to express my utmost appreciation and gratitude for the exceptional experience my family and I had at your esteemed restaurant in NYC. I am thrilled to gift you a well-deserved 5-star review, as our visit was truly outstanding in every aspect. From the moment we stepped into Chez Josephine, we were warmly greeted by your incredibly friendly staff. We were specifically looking for a kid-friendly restaurant with a piano, as my son Nicholas is passionate about music and takes piano lessons. You provided the perfect ambiance for him, and he was overjoyed to hear the beautiful piano melodies throughout our dining experience. I want to extend a special thank you to your staff for their attentiveness and thoughtfulness. When my son felt a bit chilly, they promptly offered him a sweater, which I had forgotten to bring. This small gesture made a world of difference and showcased the genuine care and hospitality that sets Chez Josephine apart. Now, let me take a moment to express my admiration for your drinks. The pineapple sensation, in particular, left us speechless. It was a delightful and unique experience, and I cannot find the right words to describe its incredible taste. I must confess, it even helped me get out of the "dog house" with my wife, who was equally captivated by the drink's flavors. We truly appreciate the creativity and mastery behind your beverage selection. Overall, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the entire team at Chez Josephine for providing us with exceptional service and an unforgettable dining experience. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, and we will undoubtedly be returning in the near future. Thank you for making our time in NYC so memorable. With warmest regards, Elkin Colorado

Great food! Very good service. We loved the onion soup and the Tuna tartar. The Trout was great as well. My partner enjoyed the steak tartar. Service very good and nice atmosphere with live music (Saturday night).

Chez Josephine is always SUPERB! If you're looking for a beautiful, charming, chic, warm, fabulous, classic French restaurant, this place is it. It is a treasure. Food is perfection and so are their specialty cocktails. The evening also had a piano & clarinet player which added to an already lovely evening.

This place was very lively and beautifully decorated. The atmosphere was awesome with live piano music and singer. This is definitely a lovely spot for date night. Overall the food was pretty good and the wine selection was decent. The service could have been much better. Our waiter couldn’t answer many questions about the menu or the wine list and wasn’t very attentive. This was not the best French food I’ve ever had but still a good meal. I eat escargot anytime I see it on a menu and this one tasted pretty good. The issue I had with the serving was the way they served it. The dish was too shallow and didn’t have much buttery goodness to dip bread. I had the lamb shank special and it was moist and very tender with a nice flavor. My friend had the steak and fries and thought it tasted good and was cooked nicely. It was a decent experience and I would consider going back for the atmosphere and some drinks or apps.

GREAT atmosphere, really good food! We had Thanksgiving dinner here. The pianist was amazing. I am a bit disappointed that we had to pay full price for the prix fix meal for someone in our party that couldn't eat due to a stomach medical restriction.

I adore this place! If you love charismatic decor and a fun, refined atmosphere it’s a no-brainer. The staff is accommodating, genuine, and kind. It has been my most frequented restaurant for years!