Chez Josephine

4.6

7531 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Nov 29, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for live music

The last of its kind near 42nd Street, Chez Josephine is a neighborhood gem founded in 1986 by Jean-Claude Baker as a tribute to legendary Josephine Baker. This Parisian bistro offers live piano music and a tantalizing menu in an intimate setting of red velvet walls, a cavalcade of chandeliers and a blue-tin ceiling. Guests receive a warm welcoming and are treated as family whether coming before a show, after the show, for a leisurely dinner in-between, or a drink at the zinc bar.

Chez Josephine draws a crowd unlike any other in New York as food critic Bryan Miller noted when he wrote: “The dining room is a confluence of the famous and the fashionable, the infamous and unsung – with every shade of skin on earth – and indeed you feel the magic of Chez Josephine.”

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, American
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(212) 594-1925
Website
http://chezjosephinenyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Frank Diaz
Private party facilities
Main dining room, on the ground floor, can be rented and seats 70 guests. Our Jungle Room, also on the ground floor, seats 20 guests. Our Salon Marrakech, on the second floor, seats 30 guests.

Location
414 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
Neighborhood
Theater District
Cross street
Between 9th and Dyer/10th Aves.
Parking details
Manhattan Plaza, 42nd Street and Dyer Avenue (between 9th and 10th Avenues),
Public transit
1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R trains to Times Square-42nd Street, and A, C & E trains to Port Authority-42nd Street.
Entertainment
Live piano music nightly and at Sunday Brunch.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 7,531 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chez Josephine offers a "magical" Parisian atmosphere with live piano music that enhances the dining experience. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "delicious" French cuisine, perfect for pre-theater dining. The decor pays tribute to Josephine Baker, adding charm and elegance. A must-visit for a classic New York dining experience!

7,531 Reviews

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Henry
Mexico City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Fuimos en día de acción de gracias y la comida buena, aunque un platillo la carne no estaba bien cocida.
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mark
Miami
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There is a reason this restaurant has been serving great food for over 40 yrs. Decor, style, service, quality of food, drinks and service checked all boxes then some!
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Kyle
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience for Thanksgiving Dinner! The food was incredible and service was perfect. The live piano was also a great touch. The manager, Alfredo, was the highlight of our time at Chez Josephine and created an incredible experience for us. Will be back soon!
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carol
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been to Chez Josephine many times. It is my favorite restaurant, not only because of the food but because of the great tribute to Josephine Baker an African-American pioneer entertainer in many ways. There is beautiful art work, lithographs and such all throughout the the restaurant. The bathroom is always very clean and there are imprints of Josephine on the thick napkins. Very nice touch. The kitchen is always clean with an open door. I always go in and Thank the Chef.
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John
New York City
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall a wonderful experience. Great French food. Service was perfect.
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Tamaraye
Palm Springs
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect night out for my time in NYC Love all the art work, the piano music was beautiful and the staff super friendly! Thank you
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Don
Las Vegas
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always wonderful, and was again. Our waiter was amazing and the pianist is fabulous.
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Mark
New York City
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome food. Amazing staff!! Do not miss this place!!!
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Deanna
Baltimore
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chez Josephine’s never disappoints! Love the atmosphere, and our dinner was excellent. The duck was perfectly medium rare, tender and full of flavor. Service was exceptional, as our server was conscious of our theatre time.
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Wiebke
New York City
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
A nicely appointed place with live piano music. Service quick and efficient. Small tables!
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FAQs

Chez Josephine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 594-1925.

Chez Josephine is rated 4.6 stars by 7531 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Nov 29, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

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414 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036

Additional information

Cross street
Between 9th and Dyer/10th Aves.
Neighborhood
Theater District
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Manhattan Plaza, 42nd Street and Dyer Avenue (between 9th and 10th Avenues),
Public transit
1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R trains to Times Square-42nd Street, and A, C & E trains to Port Authority-42nd Street.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Frank Diaz
Entertainment
Live piano music nightly and at Sunday Brunch.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://chezjosephinenyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 594-1925
Private party facilities
Main dining room, on the ground floor, can be rented and seats 70 guests. Our Jungle Room, also on the ground floor, seats 20 guests. Our Salon Marrakech, on the second floor, seats 30 guests.

Chez Josephine

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