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Reviewer: Foodnut.com Josephine Chez Dumonet 117, Rue du Cherche-Midi 75006 Paris, France, CA 01 45 48 52 40 |
Josephine Chez Dumonet is a popular old school Bistro in the 6th Arrondissement, St. Germain, not far from the Jardin du Luxembourg. It was open in 1898 and is run by 3rd generation Jean-Christian Dumonet. We came to this restaurant to feel what Paris felt like in the old days. They serve half portions so you can sample lots of cuisine. They are known for excellent boeuf bourguignon, steak tartare, and roasted saddle of lamb. Our first visit was in 2009 and we returned in 2024.
Decor, Vibe – Old world Paris with front bar area, banquettes, amber walls, classic lights, pantina tones, old posters. This place has not been updated in many years and shouldn’t be! Mostly Americans were dining. Folks were mostly in the 40-60 range. Tables are yours for the evening. Interesting, they do not answer the phone. We were late and couldn’t get a hold of anyone.
Josephine Chez Dumonet Menu is short and concise. A section of cold starters and then meat entrees. Few options for vegetarians. They do have an English menu. Gone in 2024 was cassoulet, fish and some other dishes.
Amuse Bouche Cold Gazpacho
Josephine Food Picks:
Massive Foie Gras Terrine
Foie gras de canard frais Maison (24€ la demi) – Half sized portion of Foie gras terrine. So big, we would be scared by the size of the full portion. Excellent quality, incredibly smooth. Okay bread. It used to be toasted. 9/10
Endive salad (24) was a good option for vegetarians. Chopped up endive in a light dressing. 8/10
Beef Bourguigon
Boeuf Bourguignon aux tagliatelles (39 or 26 for small portion) – Beef bourguignon stew cooked for two days, braised in a heavy burgundy wine sauce with a large plate of egg noodles. Rich broth flavored with with mushrooms, bacon, garlic, onions, carrots. Highly recommended. Good sized personal portion. The picture does not do it justice. On another visit we got pommes landaise – fried potatoes instead of the noodles. 10/10
Artichoke hearts in lemon butter (22) is about the only entree option for vegetarians. 8/10
Haricots verts (8) were one huge plate of blanched green beans. Still need those veggies.. 7.5/10
Salade verte (16) was a huge salad that does the job. 8/10
Tarte fine Pommes (18) was a freshly made apple dessert. It takes 25 minutes. Pretty big portion. Thin pastry crust. Lots of apples. 8/10
Josephine Chez Dumonet had decent but restrained service. Servers were friendly but we had to ask for things. Food was excellent, portion size outrageous, and prices reasonable. Highly recommended, we’ll be back the next time we are in Paris. You will not feel this classic atmosphere at other famous Bistro including Chez Georges or Le Fontaine de Mars. Metro: Duroc
Other must visit places in Paris include Le Cinq and Guy Savoy.
Restaurant Map:Josephine Chez Dumonet Overall Rating: 
(Excellent
Come Back? 
| Food Rating: | (Excellent) |
| Service Rating: | (Good) |
| Atmosphere Rating: |  (Very Good) |
| Value Rating: | (Very Good) |
Guide: 0 = poor, 1 = Below/Average, 2 = Good, 2.5 = Very Good, 3 = Excellent , 4 = Extraordinary
| Alcohol: | Full Bar |
| Attire: | Casual |
| Hours: | Mon - Fri Noon - 3pm, 7 - 10:30pm, Closed Sa, Su |
| Parking: | Street |
| Reservations: | Yes |
| Prices: | 7 - 86€ |
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