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    Josephine

    4.2 (287 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Anna L.

    We had a wonderful experience at Josephine last week while visiting Jacksonville! It was great to dine with a group so that we could all share multiple dishes and get to try so many menu items. They have a very chic ambiance and a large bar. Our server was amazing! We started with cocktails and I got the Josephine Classic Martini which has both vodka & gin and it was perfection. For appetizers, we ordered the carpaccio, sourdough focaccia, and the 'nduja arancini with a goat cheese crema. All 3 were fabulous and I'm still dreaming about the focaccia bread (garlic soffritto, calabrian chili, served with parmigiano butter). For the mains, we decided to share the caesar salad, rigatoni bolognese, chicken 'nduja, and carrots with whipped ricotta. The bolognese was by far my favorite and I'd love to try more of their pasta dishes in the future. Then onto the desserts! The tiramisu and olive oil cake are not to be missed. The olive oil cake has mascarpone & wildflower honey icing, pistachio, lemon zest, and sea salt -- INCREDIBLE!

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    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.

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    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.

    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.

    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.

    Caesar salad
    Brooke R.

    Finally got around to trying Josephine and while my partner and I had a nice time, I don't know that it was worth the money. First impressions of the restaurant were great- me and my partner got seated quickly upon arrival, the vibes were perfect for a romantic dinner, and the seats were very comfortable. We started our meal with the sourdough focaccia- delicious, but came out a little cold, and for a $10 bread service, these should have come out warm. Then, we shared a caesar salad- this was so yummy- perfectly dressed, very flavorful, and the anchovy on top was a fun & unique addition to the salad. Another favorite was the carrots- now these are a must try if you're here. Probably the best plate we ordered. For entrees, we ordered the pinwheel lasagna and the crab & shrimp alfredo. My partner enjoyed his Alfredo, but the lasagna was incredibly underwhelming. The dish sort of resembled a children's meal, with four small pinwheels that had barely any filling and dry pasta. For 28 dollars, this fell short of my expectations. I wouldn't recommend it. We also both ordered drinks- I ordered a sangria and my partner ordered the house red wine. The house wine was good, but the sangria wasn't that great. All in all, we enjoyed our experience, but just felt like for the price, there are better restaurants in the area.

    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

    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

    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!!

    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

    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!

    Lasagna pinwheels. Yummiest dish I saw in our group tonight!

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