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    Josephine

    4.2 (281 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Rachel W.

    Really loved the dessert and the pasta I got but thought it was crazy I had to pay like $9 to get chicken added to my pasta.

    Chicken parm in the background. Spaghetti and meat sauce in forefront
    Seketa C.

    This place is perfect for date night. They have seasonal cocktails to fit the vibes. Located in Riverside area. Parking is a little iffy but the pasta is the main attraction. They offer inside and outside seating and lots of it

    Outside restaurant
    Rachelle S.

    Josephine's is such a gem in Avondale. From the moment we walked in, the service stood out, everyone was incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely attentive without being over the top. They also offer a military discount, which is always appreciated. The food did not disappoint. I ordered the Josephine rigatoni, and it was so good! Flavorful down to the very last bite. I honestly can't remember the last time I finished an entire bowl of pasta, but I did here without hesitation. The portion is on the smaller side, but it works. That said, it would've been even better with a protein like chicken, shrimp, or meatballs added in. My friend had the crab and shrimp Alfredo, definitely a dish for true seafood lovers (fishy imo). The atmosphere is warm, stylish, and perfect for a date night or girls' night out. And don't skip the espresso martini...absolutely delicious. Only downside: parking can be a bit of a headache.

    Date night at Josephine's
    Hazel K.

    This is definitely one of our favorite restaurant. We would go here for dinner date, birthdays, and dinner with friends. To be honest we tried most of their dishes and we absolutely love them all! But my all time favorite is the black ink squid. It never fails me every time I order it I just kept falling in love with it. Service is another reason why we always go here because we know we will get amazing service. As you all know Josephine's is located at Avondale and parking is a little bit harder to find especially on the weekends. But other than that this is a great recommendation if you are looking for a Well deserved dinner.

    Tarah J.

    The food was amazing! Best pasta I have ever had. The drinks were good as well. My friend did not like hers at first but the bartender was so nice, she came up to our table to request her exact preference of drink and make it to perfection. Ambiance is perfect

    Ceasar salad
    Galina A.

    We were really excited to try this spot and overall had a good experience, especially when it came to the atmosphere and service. The vibe is fun. Great ambiance, and the drinks were tasty! You can tell they really put thought into creating a fun, welcoming space. The service truly stood out. Our reservation ran about 10 minutes late, and without us even mentioning it, they brought out complimentary drinks just to apologize. That was such an unexpected and thoughtful touch, it immediately set a positive tone for the night. The staff were friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind the entire evening. Food wise, it was a bit mixed. The Caesar salad with anchovies was absolutely delicious, perfectly dressed and packed with flavor. The bread was soft, warm, and fresh, which we loved. My husband ordered the ribeye and it was flavorful with a great smoky taste that really made the dish. Unfortunately, the crab and shrimp pasta missed the mark for me. I'm a huge seafood fan, but the flavor was overwhelmingly fishy and mostly tasted like crab without much balance or seasoning to round it out. It just lacked depth, and I couldn't get past the overpowering taste. I'm glad we gave this place a try because the service and atmosphere were truly wonderful, but based on the food, it's probably not somewhere we'd return.

    Heirloom tomato & stracciatella and Carrots
    Jen C.

    Great Italian restaurant! Very good food and service. Had dinner with a couple of friends on Saturday and very much enjoyed our meal. We shared the Heirloom tomato & stracciatella and carrots for our appetizers and the star was the carrots! It was cooked perfectly and all the flavors were delicious. The whipped ricotta, Calabrian chili crunch and wildflower honey were masterfully concocted together with the carrots. I will dream of this. For my entree I ordered the meatballs and sourdough focaccia. Separately, very good but better together! For dessert we shared the lemon tart and it was super refreshing and tart. Come for amazing Italian food! Restaurant wasn't too loud and had a very cute decor.

    Shana J.

    There will never be any Josephine slander because oh my God from the food to the service to the ambiance an absolute 10/10! We've gone twice once for a cocktail making class which was such an awesome experience. And then we returned for a date night. The Lamb Ragu was chefs kiss, the carrots were delicious, & the focaccia bread I would eat every day. Josephine might just have a special place in my heart.

    Vegan pasta dish
    Nadia B.

    We decided to do a ladies night here since none of us have tried this restaurant. First, the ambiance is very romantic, dimmed lights, beautiful leather booths and the bar area is amazing. Our waitress Gabby was phenomenal, attentive but not overly. She made great recommendations since we were all new and food and drinks came out in good timing. She was super friendly and provided such great service. I tried the Rogatoni with shrimp and the sauce was spicy which I loved, pasta was a lil al dente but I like it that way. My friends raved about the Alfredo and lasagna and I tasted both and would definitely come back and get the lasagna. I have never had it pinwheeled before but the seasoning and flavor were great like someone's Italian grandma was back there making it. I can tell why its a favorite on the menu. It is a little pricey but nice for a date night or ladies night

    Lynnea B.

    We always have a great time at Josephine. The food and drinks are always on point. I especially love the green velvet and the old fashioned both are consistently great. The carpaccio is a must try every time we go. Their pastas are stand out dishes with quality ingredients. And shoutout to Joe for being such a great server and always taking good care of us!

    Beef carpaccio
    Kimlay K.

    Great food with good drinks and nice atmosphere. We always enjoyed ourselves here. Our only complaint was that they were out of some things that we really wanted.

    Baylee C.

    First let me start by saying, our server was the bees knees. I believe her name was Callahan (sorry if the spelling is wrong!) The food was absolutely amazing. I will attach pictures with everything we had! The drinks were also amazing!! The new fall cocktail menu was so fun. The vibes, lighting and ambiance were nothing short of perfect. It did get a little warm for some reason, but it got better as the night went on! We will be back!!

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    Zoe ..

    I love this place such great food and atmosphere. Love the pizza rolls but ate them too quick to take a picture.

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