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Josephine - Old Town, Alexandria, VA

Josephine - Old Town

4.7
4.7
1065 Reviews
$31 to $50
French
109 S St Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314-3119

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 74 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood 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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Café, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Weekend Brunch at Josephine

    Multiple dates available
    Weekends are for lingering over brunch, and Josephine is the perfect settling to do just that. Join us for a refined brunch experience, where classic French technique meets brunchy flavors.
    Weekend Brunch at Josephine Photo

Private dining

What 1,065 people are saying

Josephine - Old Town reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Josephine - Old Town offers an enchanting "old world Parisian feel," with standout dishes like "flavorful Coq au Vin" and "top-notch French onion soup." The "wonderful service" is consistently praised, and the ambience is "charming" and "romantic." Perfect for brunch or dinner, Josephine promises a memorable dining experience.

1,065 Reviews
  1. marcus

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time being at Josephine’s since it opened. We liked Columbia Firehouse, but Josephine’s is better. The place looks much the same. But the food is much better. Service was great. Will be dining at Josephine’s a lot in the future.
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to Josephine’s and that our food and service left such a great impression. We're honored to be your new favorite, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon—your table will always be ready! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  2. Elaine VIP

    Naples9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time at Josephine’s- great space, fabulous food, and attentive service. Highly recommend!
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for choosing Josephine’s for your first visit—we’re so glad you had a great experience! It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the space, food, and service. We’d love to welcome you back again soon—there’s always more to discover! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  3. Thierry

    Charleston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience with decent food in a great ambiance
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the ambiance and had a great experience with us. We’d love to welcome you back soon—there’s always something new to enjoy! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  4. Walt

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The meal was excellent. The space was well-decorated and very French, with a high ceiling to minimize noise.
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed your meal and appreciated the French-inspired décor and thoughtful design of the space. We’d be delighted to welcome you back soon for another excellent experience! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  5. Barbara

    New York City5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Josephine’s was busy on the Sunday afternoon we went there. Beautiful place. Shockingly bad food! The chicken in my endive beet salad looked like processed meat or overcooked. Salad just tasted like eating salt. My friend’s eggs Benedict tasted completely watery. I was so disappointed because the place had decent reviews. I hope they improve their kitchen soon since the ambiance, service and location are wonderful.
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your honest feedback—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. While we’re glad you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and location, we’re very sorry the food fell short of expectations. Your comments about the salad and eggs Benedict are being shared with our kitchen team for immediate review and improvement. We take this seriously and are always working to elevate the quality of every dish. We’d love the chance to welcome you back and show you the standard of food we’re truly proud of. Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  6. Allison

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The incredible staff and service made my birthday very special! The brunch was delicious and the attention to detail was exceptional. A wonderful venue to celebrate life moments!
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words—we're honored to have been part of your birthday celebration! We're thrilled to hear that the staff, service, and brunch all helped make your day feel special. It means a lot to us that you chose Josephine for such an important occasion. We’d love to welcome you back anytime—whether for another celebration or just a relaxing brunch. Cheers to many more wonderful moments ahead! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  7. Todd VIP

    St. Louis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, great atmosphere, outstanding service, beautiful setting!
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the glowing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, service, and setting. We'd love to welcome you back soon for another memorable experience at Josephine’s! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  8. John VIP

    Baltimore11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience is outstanding. The service was A+. The food was succulent. Outdoor dining is the best.
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the ambiance, top-notch service, and succulent food—especially in our outdoor dining space. We'd love to have you back soon for another memorable experience! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  9. Charles

    Washington DC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quaint restaurant. We were in the back and able to have conversation. Food was tasty and seemed authentic menu.
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the kind words! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, authentic menu, and a setting perfect for conversation. We'd love to welcome you back soon—whether for another quiet dinner or to try something new from the kitchen! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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  10. Eleanor

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful time at Josephine’s, celebrating a family birthday. The building is incredible, service is top notch (there were a few hiccups, but overall service went above and beyond). For what you get, and the location, I think it is a good value. The drinks were delicious and so fun. All the food was fabulous. I highly recommend Josephine’s!
    Josephine - Old TownResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for celebrating with us at Josephine’s! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the food, drinks, and atmosphere. We truly appreciate your kind words about the service—and your understanding of the small hiccups. It means a lot that you found value in the experience and would recommend us. We’d love to welcome you and your family back again soon—whether it’s for another special occasion or just a great night out! Thank you, Stewart Shoemaker General Manager Josephine Old Town

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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 1065 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. Virginia - DC Suburbs
  5. Alexandria

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 74 times today
Experiences are available.
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.
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Café, 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, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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