Joséphine chez Dumonet

Robin P. • 2 reviews

July 21, 2025

5.5/10

19:30 reservations when the restaurant opened. They told me the signature starter dish of langoustine is not available because the restaurant is not opened on Sunday and we didn’t go to the market. So this dish will never be available on Monday. Nearly every table was asking for the langoustine. The service totally unprofessional and any acceptable service. The beef bourguignon was very tasty but was served so hot you had to wait a long time to eat at a reasonable temperature. The server introduced the dish here’s the tagliatelle for beef bourguignon.The sweet of millefeuille was exceptional with a large portion to share for two. A young lady ordered that with aghast the size of the portion and only then told it was for two people. We ordered a glass of Grand Cru each and seeing the server loading a small bottle into a machine. Very bad experience.

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Judy G. • 1 review

July 22, 2025

7.5/10

The service, wine and desserts were exemplary. The shared cassoulet was good, but with the meager inclusion of one very small piece of duck to share between two people, our lunch was disappointing at best.

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becky K. • 1 review

July 16, 2025

10/10

The food was incredible, the service was extraordinary. Truly an exquisite French food dining experience!

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Matthew W. • 1 review

July 11, 2025

10/10

Great authentic French dining. We came for lunch with 3 kids, ages 7-14. Food was excellent. Non-touristy. Good service.

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Pamela C. • 1 review

July 9, 2025

10/10

The food here is always excellent, esp. the roasted duck leg, and even the fish. I definitely suggest reservations in advance - you will not regret it!

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Steve B. • 5 reviews

June 30, 2025

8.5/10

We have visited Joséphine Chez Dumonet several times over the last two decades, whenever we are in Paris, and I’ve often recommended it as “my favorite restaurant in the world” for its excellent, reliable food and authentic bistro atmosphere. A quintessential Parisian experience, to me at least. So I was a bit disappointed this trip, feeling that the usually superb duck confit was below expected standards. The decor of the restaurant itself is feeling tired, too, adding to an overall sense that the place is slipping towards mediocrity. I hope that it was just a bad day, and if not, I hope this beloved restaurant takes some steps to reassert their excellence — because I haven’t given up on them and will return.

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christie C. • 1 review

July 1, 2025

8/10

It was terribly hot in the restaurant as there is no air conditioning or fan so beware on hot days. Service was off initially-slow seems like all new servers from Bangladesh, and not until the owner came out did the mood and level of service change. He was lovely and engaging. It's really a shame as the food is excellent, but the interior of the restaurant is tired and they need a higher level of service.

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Audrey Y. • 1 review

July 1, 2025

10/10

The food is classic (stuffed morels, cassoulet, beef bourgougnon, john dory...) and absolutely delicious. The chef owner is engaging and a real showman- making for a wonderful experience!!! A must go whenever I am visiting Paris!

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Mehmet Ö. • 1 review

July 1, 2025

9.5/10

Duck confit was delicious

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Kevin G. • 2 reviews

July 4, 2025

9/10

Still a classic! We’ve been coming for years and the food and service never disappoint. Starters were wonderful — langoustine, endive with blue cheese salad, and fois gras. Delicious. The best duck confit and cassoulet in Paris. Closed out with the classic grand matinee soufflé and the millefuille. A perfect dinner!! The owner was wonderful - very present and entertaining!

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Gwen B. • 14 reviews

June 30, 2025

7.5/10

The wait staff were very accommodating. They did their best to help us cope with the heat on a very hot day but it was difficult with no air conditioning and very little breeze for even those sitting outside. We really enjoyed the Gazpacho amuse bouche, it was perfect for a hot day. We have been coming here for years whenever we visit Paris for the Confit de Canard but it wasn't the same this time, it was a bit dry and the outside wasn't crisp. It was hard to enjoy it in the heat also. The maitre d' did help me out by loaning me a personal fan for the latter part of the meal which I greatly appreciated.

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Richard C. • 1 review

July 3, 2025

10/10

Great evening with Jean Christian and his family!

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Spencer T. • 1 review

June 26, 2025

6.5/10

Duck confit was dry, server just provided sauce instead. Service slow for 2 entrees, people who came after us received their food first. Quite pricey for the food you get.

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Christopher U. • 4 reviews

June 25, 2025

9.5/10

Food was spot on. Langoustines, Beef Bourguignon, Mille-Pigeon, and Rossini were excellent. Surprised my the size of the freshly made desserts! Excellent.

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Michael N. • 1 review

June 12, 2025

10/10

The service was excellent!

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Marissa G. • 1 review

June 18, 2025

10/10

Familiar faces and dishes always perfect!

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Amy H. • 1 review

June 13, 2025

10/10

We arrived early, no problem, they seated us right away. Cute place, employees were very nice, food was great. Got the beef bouriguigoin, delicious. Also 2 choices on size which was great. I recommend the petite size if you're not a big eater. Easy to find. No rushing, just sit and enjoy

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John B. • 10 reviews

June 11, 2025

9.5/10

Very nice brasserie with good menu options and the food is very good as well. Service, even when crowded was excellent!

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Michael F. • 4 reviews

April 10, 2025

10/10

Old fashioned , beautiful room Delicious service served in huge quantities !

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Solis J. • 1 review

June 2, 2025

8/10

I expected more that I get, but still good.

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