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Josephine House Dusk - Josephine House, Austin, TX

Josephine House

4.8
4.8
941 Reviews
$30 and under
American
The sister restaurant to Austin fine dining institution Jeffrey’s, offering breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour, dinner & Monday night steak frites. The Clarksville cottage features a small marble bar for coffee or cocktails, intimate tables in the dining room, shady nooks on our patio and a grassy front lawn for lounging. Serving an eclectic daily menu featuring the best locally sourced products.

Learn more about McGuire Moorman Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mcguiremoorman.com.



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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 85 times today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Farm-to-table

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (512) 477-5584

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Central Austin

  • Cross street

    Waterston Ave and West Lynn

  • Parking details

    Street parking. Jeffrey's complimentary valet is available after 4:30pm.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Steak Night at Josephine House

    Multiple dates available
    Steak Night at Josephine House

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What 941 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Best Ambiance

  • Austin

    Great for brunch

  • Austin

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Austin

    American

  • Austin

    Best Ambiance

  • Austin

    Great for brunch

  • Austin

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Austin

    American

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  1. Richard

    Houston

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Terrific meal. Service was very good. Ambiance was nice and cozy. Cocktails interesting too. Not a huge menu. One of my favorite places.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had the best experience at Josephine house for lunch on Tuesday! I got the breakfast sandwich, my dad had a perfectly cooked burger and my mom got a salad. We were all extremely happy with our meals. I would 100% come back for the breakfast sandwich. Our server was so kind and attentive!
  3. KamrynA

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    The food was great! 20.00 for pancakes a little pricey, but I loved the scenery and the aesthetic of the little house!
  4. TeriE

    Detroit

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently one of the best breakfast/lunch/brunch locations in Austin. Menu has something for everyone!
  5. DelaneyM

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came to Josephine House for dinner and loved every single thing we got! The service was amazing, the drinks were fantastic, the ambiance was quaint and cozy, and the steak frites were some of the best I've ever had! Definitely can't wait to come back any time I'm in Austin.
  6. Bepp

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place, even on a chilly night, they’re able to make their outdoor seating cozy and warm with blankets and heaters. Our server was excellent, she knew we were catching up after not seeing each other for many years, and perfectly balanced our eve with food/drinks and quiet time. My friend is a hard-to-please New Yorker and was blown away by this ATX gem. Everything was delicious but the brussel sprouts and shishito peppers—as well as the olive oil orange cake for dessert—were divine.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience definitely coming back!
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a lovely brunch here. I had the shrimp and grits and a slice of blueberry banana bread. Honestly the best shrimp and grits I’ve ever had! The only thing that was a little tedious was finding somewhere to park. Overall fantastic experience!!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We snagged a mid-morning brunch reservation on Sunday due to the time change- I think lots of people canceled in the middle of the night- their loss, our gain! It was our first visit to Austin and we are so thankful we got to experience Josephine House! Our food was top notch, the servers were knowledgeable and attentive, and it was a lovely morning to sit outside on the patio and enjoy the sunshine and cool air! Highly recommended- when in Austin you can’t miss Josephine House!
  10. KarenW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing meal…everything was so fresh and delicious. Will be back!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience!
  12. bike2work

    Austin

    98 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice variety and large portions for entrees. Patio is fun outdoor space. Drink menu is interesting. Definitely worth a visit and repeat.
  13. Tory

    Austin

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The prices here have really become outrageously uncomfortable. Yes, the food remains high-quality, for sure, and the service is excellent. It’s simply getting away from reasonable living, imo.
  14. SonyaH

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated our daughter’s 24th birthday with champagne, dinner & birthday cake! Attentive & welcoming staff, great ambiance outside on the patio and dinner was wonderful!
  15. TracyW

    Austin

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, outside patio, and welcoming staff are always great!!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Food took 55 mins at lunch which is too long when you need to eat and get back to your office
  17. DebbieB

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Josephine House came highly recommended by two separate friends back home. We slithered in last minute before our flight and it was the highlight of our trip. In a town where there is plenty of amazing food, It’s hard to stand out like this. You succeeded. We’ll definitely be back.
  18. SBT5

    Chicago

    57 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the decor and ambiance were beautiful. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great brunch venue.
  19. JonM

    Charlotte

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great food! Definitely get the hamachi. Our server seemed stretched a little thin, as they had tables inside and out. The vibe was also a little off... Overall a good experience but missed the expectation we had established from their reputation.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great atmosphere! Bakery items were delicious and so were the other breakfast options. Great coffee & juice as well. Would highly recommend the pancakes and breakfast sandwich. Reserve an outdoor table!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Service was good, food came out rather quickly. I ordered the lemon ricotta pancakes during brunch, but you cannot go wrong with the shrimp and grits! 100% recommend the dish. I’ll be getting that next time. Only downside, parking is spotty.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    I didn’t get laid. Her food wasn’t very good and it was stupid expensive.
  23. Kenny

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Steak Frites night is a favorite
  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We had a nice experience, somewhat pricey (food and wine) but we did order wine of the reserve list which elevated the cost. We will try going again.. in the hear future.
  25. ZZZZ

    Austin

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was good to excellent. Streak frites was exceptional. Service was slow. Nice atmosphere but somewhat noisy. I was put off by the slow service but I’d go back.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Healthy food, beautiful setting, pricey
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brussel sprouts, hamachi crudo, and steak frites were AMAZING
  28. ELCID

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Overcooked proteins (steak & snapper) & WAY OVERPRICED & stuff like leaving off major components of dishes, poor communication, etc…WILL NOT BE BACK
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Miguel, our weight staff was amazing and the experience was phenomenal. We had been to an equally rated restaurant two weeks before and it was loud and did not feel as intimate. I highly rate Josephines for a special occasions.
  30. Skamali

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Attentive staff, delicious food and drink creations, cozy ambience. Great for a date night or ladies’ brunch.
  31. RoyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We enjoyed choosing Josephine House to entertain two author friends and celebrate their new book launch. The food and service was wonderful and proved to be a great choice. We drove in from San Antonio and will surely enjoy coming again and also making another date to visit Jeffery's.
  32. MarisT

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience5
    Had pumpkin soup, burger and steak frites. Soup was cold and overall food was subpar. Fries tasted like grocery store freezer fries and both meats were meh. Server never refilled wines and dropped check before asking if we might want more drinks. (There wasn’t a wait). Still had a lovely time enjoying wine on the patio. Just a bummer about the food.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Service was perfect. Burger was on the small side and rubbery. Fries cold
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday celebration everything was great
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious the housemade soda was lack of sweetness but ok, the pancakes were really good, you get what you pay for. The service is very attentive too.
  36. jans

    Austin

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have been here before and always have a great time. This visit was disappointing. We sat on the patio which is usually lovely,but they were drilling holes in the back of us and it was so loud and annoying we couldn’t carry on a conversation. I mentioned it to the manager and she said they were fixing a heater that heats the booth tables. There we’re actually customers sitting in the booth that they were repairing, who also had to talk loudly which spilled over to us. I understand that wanted to fix this , but at this point it was already comfortable. They had heaters going. I feel like they could have waited until brunch was over to do this. She did ask if we wanted to move, which we could have done but they shouldn’t have started the repair during service. It was disruptive.
  37. Jacklyn

    Naples

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Awesome charming little place. Sat outside for brunch…very very nice
  38. thatgirljen

    Austin

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Girls lunch was delicious and so much fun. Our server was great. Brunch was leisurely and attentive. The Lox were yummy, wished the potatoes had a touch more salt in them. Croissants were flaky as always. Pancakes were light. All around good lunch experience.
  39. Cindy

    Austin

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Josephine House is a fave in our family. One of the best burgers in town. And we all love the rice bowl (however, could chef maybe do something besides steam the brussels in the bowl??)
  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Steak Frites night was absolutely spectacular!

FAQs

Josephine House is rated 4.8 stars by 941 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 85 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Josephine House

1601 Waterston Ave, Austin, TX 78703

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Waterston Ave and West Lynn

  • Neighborhood

    Central Austin

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Farm-to-table

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street parking. Jeffrey's complimentary valet is available after 4:30pm.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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