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Josephine - Old Town, Alexandria, VA

Josephine - Old Town

4.7
4.7
926 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00

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Booked 101 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Welcome to Josephine, a French brasserie located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Inspired by classic Parisian eateries, Josephine brings the timeless charm and culinary traditions of France to the local dining scene.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Cafe Dining, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–22:00 Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat 10:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (703) 683-1776
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Cockrell
  • Private party facilities
    Discover the perfect setting for your next gathering at Josephine. We offer a range of options to accommodate parties of various sizes. Whether you are planning an intimate family celebration or a large corporate event, let us take care of the details!
  • Private party contact
    The Private Events Team: (703) 913-6117
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Cross Street
    King St. and South St. Asaph is our closest intersection.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    King St-Old Town Metrorail Station is roughly a 15 minute walk from us; Braddock Road Metrorail Station is roughly a 20 minute walk and also has shuttle pick ups every half hour.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • RAMW Winter Restaurant Week 2025

    US$55.00 per person

    27 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2025
    Get ready to celebrate RAMW Winter Restaurant Week 2025 at Josephine! From January 27th through January 30th, treat yourself to a delicious 3-course dinner for $55 per person.
  • Alexandria Winter Restaurant Week 2025

    US$50.00 per person

    31 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025
    Get ready to celebrate Alexandria Winter Restaurant Week 2025 at Josephine! From January 31st through February 9th, treat yourself to a delicious 3-course dinner for $50 per person.

What 926 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Josephine - Old Town embodies the charm of a French bistro with "elegant decor," "wonderful food," and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "gluten-free options," "steak frites," and "atmosphere." It's perfect for special occasions, offering a "romantic ambiance" and "cozy vibes." A must-visit in Old Town!
926 Reviews
  1. Judy

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, wonderful service. I have been to Josephine a number of times. The food and service have always n first rate.

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  2. Patti

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday brunch. Mimosas with a side car was a nice touch. We lingered and did not feel rushed. Food was excellent and we’ll go back.

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  3. brian

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great brunch especially the Eggs Florentine Benedict and the French Toast.

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  4. Gregory

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I've dined here quite few times and my face is known to many stores and restaurant staff in the area over the last twenty years. So when I report that management at Josephine is very weird, I mean it, and it has lowered my overall grading. The manager (or owner?) tends to hover over guests, so if you're waiting for someone to arrive or finish up in the powder room, be aware he will stand over you with slightly hostile tones and potentially ruin your evening. This manager has done this to me twice (which is twice too many times), once before and once after I've dined. This behavior, after one has spent a good amount of money (or preparing to) is off-putting, unwelcoming and frankly, harassing. So although the food is very good and the wait staff is fine, I think I'm done with Josephine for this reason. There's plenty of other restaurants in Old Town that I'm on friendly terms with the staff, with superior food and are less expensive, too.

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  5. John

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    New York City

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined on the second floor dining room which is elegant and noise is minimal. The bar area and the atrium area were crowded and noisy. Definitely had a full bar on a Friday night. Had a gin martini which was excellent followed by the Pate and Duck a la orange which was the chef’s special, all excellent. Second visit, this time with a very restaurant critical friend from Georgetown who also gave it a thumbs up.
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 3 days ago
    Hello John, Thank you for your kind words about our second-floor dining room! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the elegant atmosphere and the quiet ambiance there. It's great to know our gin martini, Pâté, and Duck à l'Orange met your expectations, especially since it was your second visit. We're also thrilled that your friend from Georgetown approved! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Cheers! David

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  6. Josephine

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our dinner at Josephine’s! Romantic without being stuffy, the service was great and the food was fantastic. We plan to return!

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  7. Anne

    VIP

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is gorgeous - with two stunning bars and exposed brick everywhere, however some of the dishes we ordered were not good. The steak tartare was so spicy it was inedible for me. The soup a l’onion was too salty, the beet salad had too much going on, and the profiteroles were not soft. In contrast, the gougères were the best I’ve had, and the cheese board was perfect. The cocktails were delicious (though the 2017 bottle of wine we ordered was not good), and the service was outstanding.

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  8. Gen

    VIP

    Seattle

    82 reviews

    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch on MLK Day was a delight! My friend and I sat at the bar and had fabulous sandwiches + salad, and sparkling wine from the Loire Valley. I think the bartenders were quite busy so the service at the bar wasn't quite as attentive as is ideal but it was a day off from work and we were in no rush. I found the lunch menu excellent value for money and can't wait to return. Thank you Josephine!
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you and your friend enjoyed your lunch on MLK Day with our sandwiches, salad, and sparkling wine from the Loire Valley. We apologize for the service not being as attentive as usual due to the busy day, but we're glad you had a relaxing time regardless. We appreciate your understanding and your kind words about our lunch menu's value. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! David

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  9. Amanee

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a beautiful experience! I will be visiting again!
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a beautiful experience and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! David

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  10. Shahera

    VIP

    Washington DC

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, ambiance and service. The building is lovely and the brunch menu perfect. One of the few locations where you can have a nice conversation and the noise levels are low. We will be back soon.
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the excellent food, ambiance, and service at our brunch, and we appreciate your kind words about the building and the noise levels. It's wonderful to know that you had a great experience with us on Sunday. We're glad our new server, with the help of his supervisor, provided you with good service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers, David

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FAQs

Josephine - Old Town offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 683-1776.

Josephine - Old Town is rated 4.7 stars by 926 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

Select a time

Booked 101 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Josephine - Old Town

109 S St Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3119

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    King St. and South St. Asaph is our closest intersection.
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–22:00 Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat 10:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Cafe Dining, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    King St-Old Town Metrorail Station is roughly a 15 minute walk from us; Braddock Road Metrorail Station is roughly a 20 minute walk and also has shuttle pick ups every half hour.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Cockrell
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 683-1776
  • Private party facilities
    Discover the perfect setting for your next gathering at Josephine. We offer a range of options to accommodate parties of various sizes. Whether you are planning an intimate family celebration or a large corporate event, let us take care of the details!
  • Private party contact
    The Private Events Team: (703) 913-6117
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