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Josephine - Old Town, Alexandria, VA

Josephine - Old Town

4.5
4.5
406 Reviews
$31 to $50
French
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.
Josephine’s kitchen is helmed by Executive Chef Matt Cockrell, whose skilled approach is technique- and ingredient-focused, pairing with Josephine’s beverage program which is anchored by 350 French wines, 12 unique cocktails, and a focused selection of draft and bottled beer and cider rounds out the beverage program.
The ambiance at Josephine is warm and inviting, with antique millwork, vintage lighting (including pendants that once hung in the Paris Metro), and a large dining room overhung by a vaulted skylight. With 220 indoor seats, one of Old Town’s classic bars, a third-floor hideaway lounge and champagne bar (complete with fireplace), and an intimate courtyard seating 25, Josephine has space and setting for every occasion.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Café, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 683-1776
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • 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

  • Bauget-Jouette Wine Dinner with Nicolas Bauget!

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 1, 2023 only
    Join us for a very special 4-course wine dinner with Nicolas Bauget! Nicolas is the fifth generation winemaker of his family's independent Champagne winery, Bauget-Jouette, established in Épernay in 1822. Today, they have 13 hectares of vineyard plantings across nine classified Champagne villages, allowing them to showcase the best of the Champagne terroirs. Nicolas will be joining us to share his family's story and guide us through a four course French meal from Chef Matt Cockrell, all paired with impeccable Bauget-Jouette Champagnes.

What 406 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

406 Reviews
  1. JersiGrl

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delish food and excellent service in a beautiful setting. The upstairs gets a bit noisy but everyone looks to be enjoying themselves. Price on par with many “nice” local places and def a celebration destination

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  2. Ilovetoeat

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved every minute. Great burger and fries. lovely atmosphere. nice service.

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  3. JustSayin

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Give ‘em maybe a B for effort but the food and wine was just so-so. The servers were cordial but not ready for prime-time. Overall, disappointing and not worth the $$, IMO. Seems they’re trying to mimic Le Dipolmate’s menu and experience. Well, Le Dipitain’t. Not even close.

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  4. AnneC

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was fabulous.... delicious food, great service, wonderful evening.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was outstanding thanks to Tatiana. She did some great recommendations which we loved . Birthday celebration makes you feel more special. Food was amazing too. Loved it overall.

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  6. TerryH

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food3service1ambience4
    Service was slow and haphazard. It was a good 10 minutes before water and menus were brought to the table. Cocktails slow to arrive and came at the same time as appetizers. While the brunch menu is impressive the quality of the food does match it. This was my third time there, but first for brunch and it will be a while before I return unless I hear of considerable improvement.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Richard

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A real gem. Excellent food. Friendly & efficient service. In a very attractively converted former firehouse. Definitely will return often.

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  8. LaNitraB

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was superb. Thank you! We will definitely be back.

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  9. DanielP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Four levels of dining with antiques that make you feel like you have arrived in the old world - loved the ambiance of quiet French French background music and champagne bar at the top floor.

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  10. MSBJ

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Overall a very nice experience. I'd probably not have enjoyed as much if seated downstairs...way too noisy.

    2 people found this helpful

  11. kimp

    Richmond

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding, and our waiter, Haylie was fantastic. We will definitely be back!

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  12. WaltLo

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We dined as a party of 10 for a birthday and had a wonderful experience. Our server Jasmine was warm, enthusiastic, and attentive, the offerings were expansive and varied, and the food and wine were delicious. Highly recommend.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Josephine is my new favorite restaurant in Alexandria. It’s absolutely delicious. Our server was so friendly. We came in to celebrate a good end of year review (not a big occasion), and Matthew our server brought us free champagne and a free dessert. Wow! The decor is beautiful and I will be back many times!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience5
    Food was okay, not as good as comparable French restaurants in DMV. Service, however, was awful. Took 20 minutes to get a drink and had to flag down waitstaff to place food orders. Didn’t receive multiple items that were ordered and beef borguignon was cold when it arrived.

    1 person found this helpful

  15. acswift

    Washington DC

    47 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The food was nothing notable and the service was relatively slow considering it didn’t seem all that busy. I dined for brunch.

    1 person found this helpful

  16. VAfoodlover1

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I came to Josephine for brunch and it was fantastic. The service was on point, the food was delicious, and it was an overall great atmosphere. Would highly recommend!

    1 person found this helpful

  17. jordanb

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Loved every moment, absolutely gorgeous inside, great service, food was outstanding!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Had to move from garden room due to noise. Menu is not descriptive enough. Had no idea my salad would be like a hot breakfast skillet over greens. Staff never picked up on the fact that I didn’t eat it. Never asked if my food was ok. My wife asked for some bread and it took 15 min to bring some buttered toast (not what she expected).

    1 person found this helpful

  19. JohnA

    Washington DC

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    fabulous experience and beautiful interior! food was very good and drinks were stellar. service was also very nice!

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  20. DianeT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really lovely space. Excellent cocktails - not too sweet. Food tasted authentic and delicious.

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 16, 2023

    Thanks so much for coming in, Diane! See you again soon!

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  21. JillC

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everyone was so nice- Jasmine was so cool- Food delish

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks for the kind words, Jill! See you again soon!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    Food was excellent service was not with the exception of the hostess who was outstanding. We had a senior diner with mobility issues and she could not be more gracious and accommodating. Wait staff was not attentive and often was observed conversing with other staff or on their mobile devices.

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Hi there. Obviously the staff should not be on their phones. I am so sorry that you had to experience that. I will certainly be sharing your feedback with the team so that this issue can be addressed immediately. Thank you so much for bringing it to our attention!

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  23. Mightybri

    Charleston

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unfortunately, the specific table we arranged for ahead of time was unavailable due to unforeseen issues at the restaurant. The staff took care of us and made alternate arrangements that worked perfectly. Appreciate Mercedes and Mel for their customer service and Dillon for being our new favorite bartender! Food and drinks were excellent!!!

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Hi there! Glad we were able to turn the situation around! See you again soon!

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  24. Gretchen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a stunning place to eat. We went here for our anniversary and everyone was so kind. The food was absolutely amazing, we had the 3 cheeses and foie gras mousse for appetizers, steak frites and bœuf bourguignon for dinner and capped the night with their creme brûlée! The service matched the food, our server was so sweet and attentive. We will definitely be back!

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks so much, Gretchen! See you again soon!

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  25. CulinaryCurt

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have been here once before, this was a special "Date Night" before heading over to Little Theater of Alexandria (about a 5-minute walk). Our servers were great, making great recommendations, choosing some wonderful cheeses, and going above and beyond when we were ambivalent about choosing wines by bringing us samples to try. Even the friendly busser, and our wine server were above-par! So good, we let the manager know. We were impressed and will be back! Oh, the food was delicious too!

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks Curt! So happy to hear that you had a great time. See you again soon!

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  26. CathyD

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed everything about our dinner at Josephine’s!! From the amazing wait staff to the delicious meal. Can’t wait to go back!!

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks Cathy! We look forward to having you back at Josephine soon!

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  27. Dinnerwithfriends

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Great service and ambience. Had come when restaurant first opened and they clearly were not ready for prime time. this time food was good, but not great. Trout did not have enough flavor to it although the fish was very fresh. And the steak au poivre was done perfectly but overshadowed by too much green peppercorns. Gnocchi was just merely good.

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Hello there. Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback. Openly sharing your thoughts is the best way for us to improve. We will certainly share this with the team so that we can continue to grow and improve.

    1 person found this helpful

  28. Alexandrian2716

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and outstanding service. Everyone was very attentive and worked hard to ensure we had everything we needed. We will be back!

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks so much for coming in!

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  29. RitaM

    Washington DC

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So happy this beautiful location is now home to such an outstanding restaurant. The entrees were perfectly prepared, and the spinach side was excellent. Good service too.

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks so much, Rita. See you again soon!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Overall, one of the most fanciest places I’ve ever been and definitely a unique experience from the cheese tasting (fromage) to the main dish.

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  31. Eric

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Josephine is a great French restaurant in a beautiful old building. The two of us started with escargots and pâté mousse followed by the gnocchi with shrimp and beef bourguignon. We had a wonderful red wine. Dessert was a great floating island that we shared.

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  32. SydneyY

    Washington DC

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a gem! We enjoyed exquisite glasses of champagne. And likely the best salad we’ve ever tasted in the Salad Josephine. Our chicken and steak dishes were equally memorable. Looking forward to our next visit.

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  33. NoVa180

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very enjoyable Sunday brunch in the upstairs dining room.

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  34. FrenchFallPatioBrunch

    Washington DC

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    4 of us had a delightful brunch on the patio with cocktails and several delish items from the menu - adult mac and cheese, the soup, the fries, the hash, the steak, the benedict.... a definitive recommend to friends. The services was great. The patio is the winning situation here!

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks for the kind words! See you again soon!

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  35. VeronikaB

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brought a Friend here for brunch! THe Pastery basket was delightful, esp the biscuit. We were gifted a celebratory glass of champagne instead of a dessert for the birthday which is delightful!

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  36. KevinP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I cannot say enough good things about Josephine!! My wife and I went for our 2 year anniversary - Lenny, the GM, went above and beyond from the start to ensure our evening was memorable in every way. We started with a drink at the bar, with Nick as our bartender, who was incredibly talented and friendly. From there we went to the host stand to check in, and Mercedes was extremely accommodating and welcoming, offering lots of cool information about the building as well as menu recommendations (she suggested the fish I couldn’t be happier with what I ordered! We were sat and immediately greeted by Jovanka, who was serving us, and throughout our dinner she was spot on with the timing of her check-ins, never too soon or too late, but always just right. She was also incredibly friendly and professional, and she was patient and willing to answer all of our questions, never once making us feel rushed to order. Every staff member we encountered made clear efforts to go above and beyond for our special occasion and we couldn’t have picked a better place to go for our anniversary. I will recommend Josephine at the top of my list for anyone looking for a meal in Old Town Alexandria!

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  37. Localhistorybuff

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing architecture to enhance the meal. Food is outstanding from the onion soup to the beef bourguignon to the wonderful deserts. Wait staff is great, but don’t forget to get there a little early and enjoy the amazing bar-staff. 5-star for the pre-dinner drinks for sure!!

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  38. EmilyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Would highly recommend. We went for our 1 year wedding anniversary and it was a fantastic experience. We had a great server and they did everything possible to make it a special day. Not to mention the food was incredible and the ambiance was amazing.

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  39. GoneDownhill

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch and service. Will definitely return.

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  40. Charles

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect!! I still can’t get over how beautiful the place was! The service was great and everything came out quick! They made my Fiancé and I feel so special with champagne and dessert for our anniversary! Delicious food and drinks were perfect. We are definitely coming back!

    Josephine - Old TownResponded on November 17, 2023

    Hi Charles! So happy to have you celebrate such a special occasion with us. See you again soon!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

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

Josephine - Old Town is rated 4.5 stars by 406 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 43 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.
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 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
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • 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
    (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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