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Josephine's

4.9 (1738)
$31 to $50
Modern European
50 W Grant St, Lancaster, PA 17603-3802

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Josephine's

4.9
$31 to $50
Modern European
Lancaster

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Story of Josephine’s
The story of Josephine’s begins during our executive chef Daniel LeBoon’s childhood. At eight years old, working for his father’s catering company, Daniel discovered a passion for food. This love — and undeniable talent — saw him intern at Philadelphia’s prestigious Le Bec-Fin. He went on to work in Paris at the venerable Hotel Vernet working under the renowned chef’s Alain Solvere and Alain Ducasse. In 2004, Daniel purchased Josephine’s in Marietta and developed an extremely loyal following based on the combination of great food, great atmosphere and great hospitality. Although Josephine’s closed in 2011, the name and the experiences are fondly remembered by countless people.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (717) 299-7090
  • Website
    http://www.josephinesdowntown.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Rafe Hottenstein
  • Location
    50 W Grant St, Lancaster, PA 17603-3802
  • Neighborhood
    Lancaster
  • Cross street
    Corner of Grant & Market Streets
  • Parking details
    Privately-owned parking lots located on either side of restaurant. Prince street parking garage located half a block away. Additional street parking is available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Happy Hour at Josephine's

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Happy Hour at Josephine’s just got an upgrade. Join us in the bar and lounge for specially priced cocktails, wine, and shareable small plates as we unwind into the evening in the heart of Lancaster. With newly updated hours, it’s the perfect time to slip in for a drink after work, meet friends before dinner, or linger over a round (or two) in Josephine’s warm, intimate setting.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Josephine's.

4.9

4.9
(1738)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Best Service

  • Philadelphia County

    Best Ambiance

  • Philadelphia County

    Romantic

  • Lancaster County

    Best Overall

  • Lancaster County

    Best Food

  • Lancaster County

    Best Service

  • Lancaster County

    Best Ambiance

  • Lancaster County

    Best Value

  • Lancaster County

    Innovative

  • Lancaster County

    Hot spot

  • Lancaster County

    Great for fine wines

  • Lancaster County

    Romantic

  • Lancaster County

    Good for special occasions

  • Lancaster County

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Josephine's offers an exquisite dining experience with "phenomenal" food, "superb" service, and a "wonderful" ambiance. Guests rave about the creative menu and attention to detail. The "cool vibe" and "elegant decor" enhance special celebrations, while standout dishes like the Bison Rib-Eye and Lobster Bucatini leave a lasting impression. Highly recommended!
1,738 Reviews

  1. KariAn Gold

    Washington DC13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitstaff was superb. Food, atmosphere, decor, etc - was so elegant & welcoming. The food was so delish. It doesn’t disappoint at all! I have such great memories now. Thank you! We will be back! Outstanding everything. Better than Michelin

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  2. Bill

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    $185 for wagu?!? $70 for prime rib?!? Bacon appetizer was fatty an fat & chewy. Server was very professional and attentive. Ambiance very relaxing and eye pleasing

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  3. Daryl

    Baltimore6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good service and good food. Glamour Hour crowd too loud.

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  4. Elizabeth

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, great service, lovely atmosphere and vibe. Highly recommend.

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  5. Jim Gold

    Baltimore9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, superb service and very cool ambiance - albeit a bit noisy

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  6. John Gold

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very creative menu, fine service, lovely ambience.

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  7. Erin

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal birthday dinner. We will absolutely be back.

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  8. Craig

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, drinks, and service. Highly recommend.

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  9. Steven

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is probably one of the very best Restaurants I have ever eaten in....and I grew up in NYC. The food is without apeer in this area. Fine cuisine at it's finest. From the cocktails, to the Antelope appetizer and the spot-on genuine Caesar dressing to the melt in our mouth Bison Rib-Eye and delicious Lobster with Bucatini, through to the Lemon Meringue and French Roast Coffee...I have never had a better meal. The service was 1st class and the ambiance wonderful. If you want a teat you will never forget...try Josephine's. If you like fine food...this place will blow you mind.

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  10. Kristin

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our fourth or fifth visit to Josephine’s. The food and service has been excellent. We will return.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (717) 299-7090
  • Website
    http://www.josephinesdowntown.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Rafe Hottenstein
  • Location
    50 W Grant St, Lancaster, PA 17603-3802
  • Neighborhood
    Lancaster
  • Cross street
    Corner of Grant & Market Streets
  • Parking details
    Privately-owned parking lots located on either side of restaurant. Prince street parking garage located half a block away. Additional street parking is available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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FAQs

Yes, families are welcome: guests describe family and Mother’s Day dinners, and staff have happily accommodated children (even arranging chocolate syrup for a 9-year-old’s chocolate milk when needed).

Portions are praised as generous, guests call the serving sizes “lovely, ” and one review describes the crab cake as about the size of a softball.

Tuesday evenings, a guest specifically noted their Tuesday visit wasn’t crowded, making it a peaceful time to enjoy Josephine’s.

Josephine’s serves up a warm, elegant vintage experience, a cozy basement dining room with stylish décor and live piano (and standing bass) after 7 p.m., with quieter back rooms for conversation.

Josephine’s is especially pleasant on Tuesday evenings when guests report it wasn’t crowded; if you want live music, the piano-and-bass duo typically plays after 7 p.m.

Executive chef Daniel LeBoon purchased Josephine's in 2004 and developed its loyal following.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, and many guests dress up a touch for anniversaries and other special occasions.

Yes, Josephine's is a popular choice for anniversaries and special evenings, with an elegant, intimate dining room, live piano/bass, and attentive service.

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Josephine's

4.9
$31 to $50
Modern European
Lancaster

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
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