Josephine’s of Nottingham
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Still way better than the Ivy
If you want proper genuine tasty food, proper portions and above all, proper service then Josephine’s sets the bar. Went to the Ivy recently to see what the fuss was about and left there poorer, hungry and disappointed. I cannot understate the importance and difference of an independent over these tacky brands that rely on a name. It’s really important you guys still maintain the high standards you have – and thankfully if anything you’re even better. Loving the new decor you’re slowly bringing in and the new dishes are fantastic – the beef cobbler is probably the best beef dish in Nottingham. Keep it up! (Food: 5 / 5, Service: 5 / 5, Ambience: 5 / 5)
Lovely
Lovely food, lovely staff, lovely atmosphere. Had a really fantastic lunch in a beautiful setting. (Food: 5 / 5, Service: 5 / 5, Ambience: 5 / 5)
Great service and food
Great service and food (Food: 5 / 5, Service: 5 / 5, Ambience: 4 / 5)
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Josephine’s
Located directly opposite the stunning Theatre Royal, Josephine’s is a delightfully intimate and elegant 32 seater restaurant. We open from 9am* and serve breakfast, with our Eggs Benedict and Full English Breakfasts setting the highest standards. All enjoyed with a choice of 20 finest loose leaf teas (we also do Nespresso coffee)
Lunch and Brunch through to 4pm (8pm some nights) take in everything from traditional dishes such as Lasagne, homemade fishcake, Chilli con Carne, and of course our legendary Afternoon Tea. We also offer hearty homemade dishes such as Thatcher’s Pie (Cottage Pie with Roasties instead of mash) and a wonderful cheesy filled fishcake. Try our new Beef Cobbler – a proper good old traditional beef casserole with scone dumplings.
Although we make a lot of things ourselves, we have no problem buying in the best of the best. From top quality pies and quiches, to Dukes Hill Smoked Wiltshire Ham or butchery items from award winning Owen Taylor. Pies made by a small independent family producer and of course our own dishes made on our premises. Josephine’s is about the best traditional dishes presented and served in a classic style.
