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Joséphine

Discover a warm bistro, delicious dishes and a selection of seafood to share!
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.6$$ & $$$
OPEN5 pm - 11 pm
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Seafood/FishBistroBrunchGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of winesOyster Bar / Raw BarResto-Bar

About us

« […] delicious and carefully prepared. »

Jean-Philippe Tastet, Le Devoir

« Something to make year-round lovers of the sea salivate »

Iris Gagnon-Paradis, La Presse

Located in the heart of the Plateau Mont-Royal, the Joséphine restaurant offers original bistro cuisine that highlights fish and seafood.

Inspired by his many travels, chef Vincent Desaulniers revisits with passion classic dishes combined with different flavors of the world. On the plate, you will therefore find delicately crafted quality products intelligently enhanced with local ingredients. The varied menu evolving with the creativity of the chef over the seasons will satisfy everyone!

The meticulously crafted wine list features a wide selection of privately imported products and is constantly evolving.

With its warm atmosphere and its modern decor bathed in greenery and natural light, this restaurant on rue St-Denis will become your favorite destination for your outings as a couple or with friends, both to enjoy a meal and for happy hour.

Our Specialties

Seafood, Fish, Wines list & Sparkling wines.

Amenities, services & more

We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac

More details

Every Friday – Live pianist
A paid parking location (inexpensive) is available only a 4-minute walk away.
A large table that can accommodate a group of 18 people.

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Reviews for Joséphine

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on Google4.5 (700+)
*as of 2026-04-03
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Review Summary

Joséphine offers a warm, intimate seafood focused dining experience characterized by attentive service, a welcoming piano ambiance, and a cozy, chic atmosphere. Fresh oysters, mussels, lobster ravioli, octopus, and other seafood specialties are consistently praised for quality, balance, and creative presentations, with guests noting the versatile menu options and thoughtful wine pairings. The staff are described as friendly and knowledgeable, accommodating dietary needs with ease, which enhances the overall enjoyment. The setting, including a stylish bar area and a pleasant terrace, adds to the relaxed yet refined vibe that makes it ideal for both special occasions and casual dinners. Regulars celebrate the ever changing menu that highlights seasonal ingredients, while the restaurant's value and hospitality earn frequent recommendations. Overall, the experience blends superb ingredients, careful execution, and a welcoming crew into a standout seafood destination in the area.
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Service, food quality, plating was absolutely amazing. Will definitely come back. The hot sauce they give you with the oysters is homemade is sooo good too!

Oct 2, 2024
on Google

Toujours un plaisir de venir au Joséphine pour souper! Le menu dégustation est excellent. Belle place & service chaleureux!

Sep 26, 2024
on Google

Je suis une personne qui est bouche fine avec les fruits de mer, mais ce resto est tellement sur la coche. Une expérience culinaire à ne pas manquer.(merci au Chef Vincent)

Sep 20, 2024
on Google

We had a last minute dinner at Joséphine. Staff were wonderful. My wife had the duck confit, rich approach that we both enjoyed. Highly recommend a stop.

Sep 16, 2024
on Google

The best seafood, the best service. Can't wait to come back on my next visit to Montreal!

Sep 15, 2024
on Google

Thomas makes the best espresso martini !

Sep 14, 2024
on Google

Service was great. Food was subpar.

Sep 14, 2024
on Google

1ere fois chez Joséphine & que des éloges: - Le cadre est tres agréable à l'intérieur mais nous avions oublié qu'il y avait une terrasse & que St Denis à l'extérieur était devenu intime & agréable ! Un vrai plaisir de profiter du bel air de cette fin d'été ! - La carte est simple & parfaitement exécuté ! Poissons, fruits de mer & crustacés, fraîcheur & saveur au RDV ! Un délice ! Belle carte des vins ! Sélection limitée ceci dit au verre mais le personnel qui connaît très bien sa sélection est là justement pour recommander par rapport à nous... - Le service !! Justement dans la continuité: attentionné, sans chichi ! Nous avons eu la chance d'avoir Soveira qui s'est occupé de nous toute la soirée avec bienveillance & attention ! Un sans faute

Sep 14, 2024
on Google

Had a great meal at Josephine! The oysters were great & the Scallop dish was exceptional! Very attentive & friendly staff! Short but sweet wine list!

Sep 12, 2024
on Google

Les fruits de mer sont frais & délicieux. Mais c'est cher pour la quantité servie.

Sep 11, 2024
on Google

Belle ambiance, super staff, bon service, nourriture très bonne endroit très convivial, superbe terrase. À très bientot!

Sep 5, 2024
on Google
4.0

J'adore les fruits de mer & le poisson & je n'ai pas été déçue. Nous avons pris un plateau Joséphine & c'était excellent! Frais & goûteux. Le service était parfait. Le personnel était gentil & amical. Le petit hic, c'est que nous avions un peu de misère à s'entendre parler, mais sinon je recommande & je retournerais sans hésiter.

Sep 4, 2024
on Google

Had a fantastic dinner er at Josephine with my wife & son. For apples we shared Lion's mane mushrooms, an octopus salad, & a seafood plateau with four mussels, two shrimp, & salmon gravalax - they were so delicious we devoured them before I managed to get photos - sorry - highly recommend each dish. For mains, two of us had the special - mackerel, & one the lobster ravioli. The mackerel was cooked perfectly, grilled on one side only, & accompanied by various veggies. The ravioli was delicious, cooked perfectly al dente. We sampled a number of cocktails & I had or sampled the best espresso martini, classic martini, & vesper I have ever been served - wow! Our server was extremely helpful & very friendly - absolutely top notch service by her & everyone we interacted with. They also accommodated my wife's dairy & gluten allergies without compromise - well done! Excellent, excellent, excellent!

Sep 3, 2024
on Google

Nous avons mangé le poisson du jour & l'assiette de parpadelles au canard & c'était tout simplement délicieux. Très bon service également.

Aug 31, 2024
on Google

My wife & I had a great time at Joséphine. Great place, great food & spectacular drinks.

Aug 27, 2024
on Google
5.0

Nous avons passé un merveilleux moment en famille chez Joséphine, particulièrement sur leur terrasse à l'ambiance cosy & relaxante. Les plats étaient délicieux & les cocktails incroyables. Nous avons commencé avec les courgettes grillées, les calamars frits d'une fraîcheur incomparable, & les huîtres chaudes qui étaient un pur délice - une expérience unique en bouche. Le plat signature, les raviolis au homard, était tout simplement parfait, la sauce un véritable régal. Le chef nous a également concocté un poisson du jour extraordinaire avec des filets de maquereau & de la pêche grillée - une combinaison délicieuse. Pour notre fils, le chef a eu la gentillesse de préparer des pâtes blanches au parmesan rien que pour lui, qu'il a adorées. Quant aux cocktails, j'ai choisi l'Alice, & c'était un véritable délice. En résumé, je recommande vivement Joséphine pour une expérience culinaire exceptionnelle en famille !

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Disappointing dinner & fairly expensive. The oysters were good at least.

Aug 24, 2024
on Google

Tout était délicieux, les cocktails étaient délectables & le service impeccable. Je vais revenir c'est sur!

Aug 22, 2024
on Google

Lovey lovely warm summer eve in Montreal w amazing seafood & a crisp glass of white wine. Thank you!

Aug 17, 2024
on Google

Superb oysters! Great atmosphere & service

Aug 15, 2024
on Google