Josephine House

Name: Josephine House
Address: 1601 Waterston Ave, Austin, TX, United States, 78703
Telephone: (512) 477-5584
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

711 reviews

$30 and under

American

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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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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

19 May 2022

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19:00

Booked 85 times today

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
Website
http://josephineofaustin.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
1601 Waterston Ave Austin, TX 78703
Area
Central Austin
Cross Street
Waterston Ave and West Lynn
Parking Details
Street parking. Jeffrey's complimentary valet is available after 4:30pm.
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Avocado ToastUS$12.00
crushed avocado, fried egg, hot sauce & lime zest on sourdough
Grits & Greens BowlUS$16.00
braised greens & roasted mushrooms, harissa, poached egg, crispy garlic
Lemon Ricotta PancakesUS$16.00
blackberries, cultured butter, maple syrup
Huevos RancherosUS$16.00
homemade corn tostada, sunny side up eggs, black beans, ranchero sauce, queso fresco, cilantro
Egg SandwichUS$16.00
house-made English muffin, chicken sausage, white cheddar, scrambled egg, harissa aïoli, arugula salad

Á la Carte

Toast with Butter & House JamUS$3.00
2 Eggs Any WayUS$6.00
Half an Avocado with Olive Oil & Sea SaltUS$3.00
Fruit SaladUS$6.00
Crispy BaconUS$4.00
Housemade Chicken SausageUS$6.00
HashbrownUS$3.00
Simple Greens SaladUS$8.00

Water

PannaUS$6.00
PellegrinoUS$6.00
Topo ChicoUS$3.50

Fresh Squeezed Juices

OrangeUS$4.00
GrapefruitUS$4.00
LemonadeUS$3.00
Green & AppleUS$7.00

Housemade Sodas

Cucumber & BasilUS$3.00
Blueberry & Lemon ShrubUS$3.00

Stumptown Coffee

housemade hazelnut milk +$4

Cold BrewUS$4.00
Single Origin "Injerto Bourbon"US$5.00
EspressoUS$3.00
CappuccinoUS$4.00
LatteUS$4.00

Steeping Room Teas

Iced Black TeaUS$2.00
Iced Jasmine Green TeaUS$2.00
English BreakfastUS$4.00
organic black tea
East Side Earl GreyUS$4.00
organic black tea, bergamot
Moroccan MintUS$5.00
robust spearmint & green tea
Lemon Vanilla WhiteUS$5.00
lemongrass & vanilla scented
Rooibos ChaiUS$3.00
red tea, cardomom, mint, fennel, black pepper & clove
SootheUS$4.00
chamomile, peppermint, raspberry leaf, oat straw

Beer

Modelo, EspecialUS$5.00
Reissdorf, KolschUS$7.00
Bell's, AmberUS$6.00
Ballast Point, Aloha SculpinUS$8.00
Jolly Pumpkin, Calabaza BlancaUS$12.00
MicheladaUS$8.00
Modelo Especial, house michelada mix, lime, chili-sugar rim

Cocktails

$12 each. Please ask for mimosa service

Break on Through
Old Forestor bourbon, Aperol, pineapple, lemon, black tea
Drunk In Love
Pierre Ferrand 1840 Cognac, Trenel Framboise, Trenel Crème de Casis, lemon, cava
Good Vibrations
Rosé, basil, Chareau Aloe, lemon, Topo Chico
Paloma
Cimarron silver tequila, grapefruit, lime, Topo Chico, salt
Little Less Conversation
Neisson Agricole rum, Don Figli & Ciccio fennel, Plantation Pineapple rum, Peychaud's
Cruel Summer
Rey Campero Espadin mezcal, Fernet Branca, hibiscus, lime, ginger beer
Josephine House Fruit Cup
Old Overholt rye, muddled lemon, lime, orange, mint, cucumber, house fruit cup blend
Under Pressure
El Dorado 8 yr rum, Navazos Fino sherry, Cappelletti, Tempus Fugit Crème de Cacao
Pale Blue Eyes
Ford's gin, lavender-thyme, lime, Salud! floral bitters, B'lure butterfly pea flower, egg white

What 711 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

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Gabrielle
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is exceptional, the staff just really sealed the deal on an amazing even. Truly incredible.
KN
KatrinaN
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food, sweet ambiance
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had.
j
jmas
Austin
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal, service and ambience! Steak frite night is a must!
JS
JulieS
Austin
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Josephine House’s secret Steak/Frites night!! It’s the best! Delicious food, intimate setting and always great service!
E
Ecapekg
Austin
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall2food2service3ambience1
Unfortunate that this
D
Disneyfoodlover
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
We were sat at a table outside on a 90+ degree day where most seats were in direct sun. The food was pricey but just okay. Our server was good. Nothing wowed us and the bill was over $100 for 2 people.
D
Debbie
Austin
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything Was wonderful!
SR
SaraRose
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a lovely little house with a wonderful energy in it's walls. The staff is very friendly and the food was delicious. I had the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and coffee with cream. The restrooms are simple and tasteful like a super clean farmhouse and the bar area is very inviting. This place is best for small groups of 5 or less I would say. But very cozy and chic.
CW
ChristinaW
Austin
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Josephine is a sweet place to visit and snack. It’s a bit overpriced, but still good for social times.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful ambiance, food and service. Fresh!
KH
KimH
Los Angeles
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 28 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So pretty sitting outside and the salad was delicious! Well done!
MA
MelissaA
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing !!
ST
SherylT
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone was great, from the valet to the waitstaff. Food was terrific.
TI
TIMandSANDY
Houston
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on 19 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always…terrific.
AA
AllisonA
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 16 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely amazing
KL
KatelynL
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 16 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an incredible brunch outside at Josephine House over Easter weekend. Trish was our server and she was so awesome! We loved everything we ate, from the Nutella morning bun, pancakes, Huevos Rancheros and fresh squeezed OJ and lattes. This spot is not to be missed, especially for breakfast!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great place for a special brunch or meal! Lovely outdoor dining. The food is top notch!!!
MM
MMA2
Naples
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 13 April 2022
overall3food2service3ambience5
Very cute restaurant! Food was disappointing. Probably would go again for a cute happy hour spot and just get drinks.
AT
ATX4Life
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love the intimate setting/renovated house and ambiance of Clarksville. Great food and cocktails. A local favorite.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 April 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
My girlfriend and I tried out Josephine House this past Sunday and had a great experience. I had drove past this places tons of times as well as seen it on open table, but had avoided it for the longest because of pricing. I bit the bullet on Sunday for brunch and had a pretty good experience. The ambiance and aesthetics of this place were great. The house was beautiful all around and the patio seating, while a bit warm, was great. Our server Blake was amazing. He was kind, helpful and personable, just what we like in servers. The service was relatively quick and the food was prepared well. I got the Shrimp and Grits which were pretty good, but definitely on the light side. Even with appetizer I was still a bit hungry after. We also had a croissant and blueberry bread, which were alright but not as sweet as would have expected. I assume this is because they are probably on the healthier side so a fair trade off. Overall it was a good experience and glad I came. While on the more expensive side for quantity you receive I would recommend trying this place out at least once!
LV
LucianaV
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was the best! Very knowledgeable and friendly! I believe his name was Blake. The food and drinks were delicious. Highly recommend!
M
Mommy
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 9 April 2022
overall2food3service4ambience5
Wayyyy too overpriced and the menu was lacking. The food was pretty good.
N
Nicole
Baltimore
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 April 2022
overall3food2service3ambience5
Personally speaking, it was just alright. Maybe I just had too high of an expectation but I was left unimpressed. It seems like an establishment where they rotate menus often so perhaps we got poorer choices but overall experience wasn’t worth praise this place receives. The chicken I ordered somehow came out dry even though it was simmered in a curry-like sauce/chutney. The steak was seasoned bland. It was overall an okay experience. They’re seemed to be more well known for their brunch menu so perhaps that’s where all the high reviews come from.
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Susan
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 April 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Sitting outside at Josephine in the front yard is THE BEST with cool weather. Wonderful vibe and drinks and food are delicious! What a treat!!!
GL
GeraldL
Dallas
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 8 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect! Menu, service, ambiance were all great.
S
Stephanie
Austin
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 8 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful restaurant, great atmosphere and excellent service!
e
elizabeth
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best :)
VB
VickeeB
Austin
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 5 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you haven't been to Monday night steak night I highly recommend. Prix fixe complete with appetizers, a freshly grilled main course, wine and dessert made for the loveliest evening as we sat outside and listened to their DJ. An ordinary Monday became a festive celebration thanks to the always fabulous Josephine House.
N
Neffie
Atlanta
148 reviews
vip
5.0
148 reviews
Dined on 30 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, excellent service and nice location.
SP
SPEAKT
Austin
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on 30 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
You HAVE to eat here. But I will not tell you what to order because you will need to find out on your own and I want to ensure they have some when I go back. ;)
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 29 March 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great service, good food. It’s a little pricey for what you get. I think it’s good for a special occasion, which is why we were there.
H
Hillary
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 29 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the food and ambience at Josephine House. The Brussels Sprouts were phenomenal! Can't wait to come back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cute atmosphere and good drinks!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible
BB
BritBoyGary
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 March 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Josephine's has a fabulous atmosphere and excellent service. I had their burger, and it was delicious. I only gave 4 out of 5 stars as I felt that the brunch menu was limited (for my tastes). The drinks were very nicely balanced and tasted great. Our server, Anna, could not have been more attentive. I will go again.
AM
AnthonyM
New Orleans
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 21 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place I am never disappointed
TW
TracyW
Denver
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on 19 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an amazing experience!!
NC
NitashaC
Atlanta
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 18 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing place!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 17 March 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
The pancakes lived up to the hype! Our server was great. Food took a little longer than expected. Might want to bring a blanket if eating outside, the heat lamps helped but it was still a little cold.

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Josephine House is rated 4.8 stars by 711 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

19 May 2022

May 2022

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

19:00

Booked 85 times today

1601 Waterston Ave Austin, TX 78703

Additional information

Cross Street
Waterston Ave and West Lynn
Area
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
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://josephineofaustin.com/
Phone number
(512) 477-5584

Josephine House

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Additional information

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Steak Frites

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Huevos Rancheros

Bakery

Nutella Morning BunUS$5.00

Blueberry Lavender Buckwheat SconeUS$3.00

Zucchini BreadUS$4.00

Rye Chocolate Chip CookieUS$3.00

Orange Fennel CookieUS$3.00

Date & Earl Grey Oat CookieUS$3.00

Almond FinancierUS$3.00

From the Kitchen

Avocado ToastUS$12.00

Grits & Greens BowlUS$16.00

Lemon Ricotta PancakesUS$16.00

Huevos RancherosUS$16.00

Egg SandwichUS$16.00

Á la Carte

Toast with Butter & House JamUS$3.00

2 Eggs Any WayUS$6.00

Half an Avocado with Olive Oil & Sea SaltUS$3.00

Fruit SaladUS$6.00

Crispy BaconUS$4.00

Housemade Chicken SausageUS$6.00

HashbrownUS$3.00

Simple Greens SaladUS$8.00

Water

PannaUS$6.00

PellegrinoUS$6.00

Topo ChicoUS$3.50

Fresh Squeezed Juices

OrangeUS$4.00

GrapefruitUS$4.00

LemonadeUS$3.00

Green & AppleUS$7.00

Housemade Sodas

Cucumber & BasilUS$3.00

Blueberry & Lemon ShrubUS$3.00

Stumptown Coffee

Cold BrewUS$4.00

Single Origin "Injerto Bourbon"US$5.00

EspressoUS$3.00

CappuccinoUS$4.00

LatteUS$4.00

Steeping Room Teas

Iced Black TeaUS$2.00

Iced Jasmine Green TeaUS$2.00

English BreakfastUS$4.00

East Side Earl GreyUS$4.00

Moroccan MintUS$5.00

Lemon Vanilla WhiteUS$5.00

Rooibos ChaiUS$3.00

SootheUS$4.00

Beer

Modelo, EspecialUS$5.00

Reissdorf, KolschUS$7.00

Bell's, AmberUS$6.00

Ballast Point, Aloha SculpinUS$8.00

Jolly Pumpkin, Calabaza BlancaUS$12.00

MicheladaUS$8.00

Cocktails

Break on Through

Drunk In Love

Good Vibrations

Paloma

Little Less Conversation

Cruel Summer

Josephine House Fruit Cup

Under Pressure

Pale Blue Eyes

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