Chez Josephine

4.6

7604 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

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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Additional information

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 7,604 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chez Josephine offers a "charming and cozy atmosphere" reminiscent of vintage Paris, complete with live piano music that enhances dining. The restaurant boasts "excellent food," with highlights like the duck à l'orange and escargot. Despite some service inconsistencies, many guests enjoy the "friendly staff" and proximity to Broadway, making it a "favorite pre-theater spot."

7,604 Reviews

C
Christina
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely atmosphere. Attentive service. Beautiful live musician. Like you are stepping into a small Paris bistro. Just perfect.
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Donna M
New York City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I had a very pleasant experience at this restaurant. We found the atmosphere cozy and romantic with some lovely live music. We had the price fix meal and found it to be the perfect amount. The service was good but felt it was a little slow towards the end ( after the pre theater crowd left). Overall, we enjoyed it and would go back. The pictures and history of Josephine Baker was wonderful and historic and really worth a visit. Please note ,if you are going the theater this is located on 42nd closer to 8th. It is a great spot for pre theater but give yourself enough time to get to the show.
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Brenda
VIP
Tahoe
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is delightful! It has a very historical Parisian atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and the food was outstanding. The pianist was great. We had the duck and shared a tarte tartin. All very yummy. We will be back.
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Patricia
VIP
New York City
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the prix fixe and the service was really good. The selections very good. The amount of food was good. The steak was cooked properly. I’d have preferred a different cut. My guests liked the Skate and quail. A very pleasant pre-theatre meal. We went back for a post theatre drink too.
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Mark
VIP
New York City
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Ambiance is wonderful with the piano player playing in the background. Perfect evening!
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David
VIP
New York City
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always goid foid; wRm and efficient service. Wonderful ambiance and lovely piano playing. A favorite.
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YOHAN
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Super belle établissement nourriture très bonne personnelles au top juste pour les prix vraiment élevés pour nous!! comparé à 2018 ...
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joan
VIP
New York City
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite New York landmarks!!!! It never disappoints!! 💁❤️JG
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Elizabeth
New York City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, tables are just very close together which makes it tough for a private conversation.
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Bruce
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner and great atmosphere. Interesting Josephine Baker history.
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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 7604 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

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 40 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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Popular dishes

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