Josephine's Downtown

09/06/2026

Please join us in wishing Executive Chef Rafe Hottenstein a very happy birthday! 🎉

Wishing a wonderful day to an incredibly talented chef whose creativity, passion, and dedication inspire us every day. Happy Birthday, Chef Rafe! 🥂🎂

09/03/2026

Taste the world during Restaurant Week

08/21/2026

An indulgent taste of the season. ✨

Our Lobster Bucatini features tender lobster and perfectly twirled pasta enveloped in a luxurious roasted garlic and Gruyère cream sauce, complemented by sweet cherry tomatoes, peas and fragrant tarragon. Finished with shaved Lancaster truffles, this exquisite entrée is rich, elegant and unmistakably Josephine’s.

Reserve your table and experience it for yourself.

08/19/2026

Introducing Wine Wednesday at Josephine’s 🍷

Experience an evening of curated wines and chef-inspired pairings, thoughtfully selected to complement every flavor.

This week’s featured appetizer:

Octopus Bolognese
Mint, peas and breadcrumbs | $22

Paired with Conca Tre Pile Barbera d’Alba from Piedmont, Italy—an expressive, full-bodied wine with aromas of citrus, red currants, cinnamon, red cherries, smoke and licorice, followed by supple fruit, velvety tannins and a crisp finish.

6 oz. $18 | 9 oz. $27 | Bottle $73

This week’s featured entrée:

Mesquite-Spiced 10 oz. Bison Ribeye
Country sausage and confit tomato-stuffed fairytale eggplant, Parmesan and breadcrumbs | $50

Paired with Bodegas Ateca Old Vine Garnacha from Calatayud, Spain—a rich, deep-cherry-colored wine offering ripe fruit, dried herbs, creamy oak, dark chocolate, warm spice and smooth, rounded tannins.

6 oz. $14 | 9 oz. $21 | Bottle $54

Additional sommelier selections include:

🍷 Château La Caminade Malbec
Cahors, France | Bottle $48

🍷 Teliani Valley “Glekhuri” Kisi
Kakheti, Georgia | Bottle $60

🍷 Chevalier de la Crée Chardonnay
Burgundy, France | Bottle $110

Join us at Josephine’s for Wine Wednesday—a refined evening of exceptional wines, seasonal cuisine and perfectly considered pairings.

Reservations are recommended.

08/19/2026

Introducing Wine Wednesday at Josephine’s 🍷

Experience an evening of curated wines and chef-inspired pairings, thoughtfully selected to complement every flavor.

This week’s featured appetizer:

Octopus Bolognese
Mint, peas and breadcrumbs | $22

Paired with Conca Tre Pile Barbera d’Alba from Piedmont, Italy—an expressive, full-bodied wine with aromas of citrus, red currants, cinnamon, red cherries, smoke and licorice, followed by supple fruit, velvety tannins and a crisp finish.

6 oz. $18 | 9 oz. $27 | Bottle $73

This week’s featured entrée:

Mesquite-Spiced 10 oz. Bison Ribeye
Country sausage and confit tomato-stuffed fairytale eggplant, Parmesan and breadcrumbs | $50

Paired with Bodegas Ateca Old Vine Garnacha from Calatayud, Spain—a rich, deep-cherry-colored wine offering ripe fruit, dried herbs, creamy oak, dark chocolate, warm spice and smooth, rounded tannins.

6 oz. $14 | 9 oz. $21 | Bottle $54

Additional sommelier selections include:

🍷 Château La Caminade Malbec
Cahors, France | Bottle $48

🍷 Teliani Valley “Glekhuri” Kisi
Kakheti, Georgia | Bottle $60

🍷 Chevalier de la Crée Chardonnay
Burgundy, France | Bottle $110

Join us at Josephine’s for Wine Wednesday—a refined evening of exceptional wines, seasonal cuisine and perfectly considered pairings.

Reservations are recommended.

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08/18/2026

A beautiful start to your evening at Josephine’s Downtown ✨

Our Paella Spiced Halibut brings together delicate halibut with the warm, aromatic flavors of saffron, paired with braised sweet corn and cauliflower rice and finished with a vibrant mango gel.

Elegant, colorful, and layered with flavor—an appetizer designed to awaken the palate and set the tone for the evening.

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08/06/2026

At Josephine’s Downtown, every plate is a celebration of craftsmanship, elegance, and the finest seasonal ingredients.

Executive Chef Rafe Hottenstein presents his exquisite Duck Duo—a masterful composition featuring tender red wine-braised duck leg alongside perfectly seared duck breast. Paired with a vibrant summer squash panzanella, decadent duck fat brioche, local greens, and finished with a delicately balanced pickled cherry jus, each element is thoughtfully designed to create an unforgettable dining experience.

Refined, sophisticated, and unmistakably seasonal, this is a dish that embodies the artistry and passion behind every menu at Josephine’s.

Reserve your table and indulge in one of Lancaster’s most distinctive culinary destinations.

04/14/2026

04/12/2026

🌸 Celebrate Mother’s Day at Josephine’s Restaurant 🌸

Treat Mom to a special day filled with delicious food and warm memories. We’re happy to announce that Josephine’s Restaurant will be open on Mother’s Day from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Bring the family, relax, and let us take care of everything while you celebrate the amazing moms in your life 💐

We look forward to serving you!

04/09/2026

✨ Sea Bass Tikka Masala ✨

A dish that travels the world in one plate 🌍

Perfectly seared sea bass, buttery and delicate, layered over a vibrant tikka masala—rich, spiced, and reimagined. Paired with green lentils and sweet red pepper for that fresh contrast, then elevated with pops of preserved lemon gel for a bright citrus kick 🍋

Finished with a sprinkle of za’atar for an herby, nutty twist that ties it all together.

Bold. Balanced. Unexpected.

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