Joseph's Restaurant — Restaurant in New York

Tucked away in the bustling heart of NYC’s Financial District, Joseph’s Italian Restaurant offers a pre-fix dinner option within a setting that exudes comfort and a welcoming atmosphere. Its proximity to the lively Stone Street and the renowned Harry’s Steakhouse adds to its allure as a dining destination in FiDi. The interior ambiance strikes the right note for a pleasant dining experience, offering a respite from the urban rush.

My decision to dine at Joseph’s was influenced by the promise of a serene environment paired with the convenience of its location. However, while the setting met expectations, certain aspects of the service and culinary experience left room for improvement.

The service was adequate up until the conclusion of our meal, when the attentiveness of our server notably diminished. The prolonged wait to request our check, seemingly forgotten after our table was cleared, detracted from the overall dining experience. Furthermore, the presentation of my leftovers in a simple plastic ‘Thank You’ bag, placed unceremoniously on the table before dessert was even served, lacked the finesse one might expect from an establishment of Joseph’s caliber.

Culinary-wise, the dishes were satisfactory, yet unremarkable. The steak, requested medium, leaned towards medium-rare, verging on rare at its core. Additionally, a specific request to substitute the mushroom sauce due to allergies resulted in a plain, sauceless steak, rather than an alternative concoction from the chef. This oversight was disappointing and contributed to the overall oddity of the meal.

The dessert course brought its own set of mixed feelings. While the tiramisu I received was enjoyable, the portion size compared to my friend’s—visibly about 20% larger—left me feeling somewhat overlooked. Whether my slice was unusually small or my friend’s was generously oversized, it introduced a sense of inconsistency that marred the end of our meal.

The value proposition of dining at Joseph’s Italian Restaurant is debatable. While the location is undoubtedly prime, nestled within the FiDi area and surrounded by ample dining alternatives, the culinary and service missteps suggest that there’s room for refinement.

In conclusion, Joseph’s Italian Restaurant earns a solid three stars from me. It stands as a nice spot in the Financial District with potential for greatness, yet the inconsistencies in service, culinary execution, and the dessert disparity suggest that there is yet some way to go in fully realizing...

My wife and I JUST got back from our dinner, and it was FABULOUS. Food was first-rate, and service (as noted by other reviewers) was phenomenal. Example: upon sitting down, my wife was cold, as we were seated under a vent. Without her SAYING anything, our waiter noticed that she was hugging her arms, and asked if she was chilly - and then adjusted the vent so she would be warmer! Talk about keen attentiveness! More germane to a restaurant review, the food was fantastic. I ordered the Lobster Ravioli. Honestly, I can't think of a way in which in could of been better: perfectly seasoned, piping hot, deliciously sauced. I had to restrain myself from licking my plate. My wife had the Gnocchi, which also was top-shelf. Ricotta cheese cake accompanied by Limoncello was the perfect finale. All in all, a FIRST RATE meal with A+ service - all for $100 (this included a delicious cheese appetizer, AND wine). Incredible. HIGHLY recommended. And to think: we were in town, meeting with my publisher and staying at the Andaz, and just happened to drop by on a whim! What a delightful, happy accident!

Second visit, June 21, 2018. Google won't allow posting additional reviews, but they WILL allow me to "edit" the previous, so I thought I would post. I just visited Joseph's again, during my annual meeting with my publisher, and it was equally fantastic. Not only is the food delicious, but the SERVICE is simply incredible. The grilled octopus appetizer was THE most tender and tasty octopus I have EVER had, and the "lobster pyramids" were phenomenal. Despite the change in chef since my first visit, the quality hasn't changed at all - and if anything, was...

On Wall St for a business NYSE Closing, and felt like eating Italian food. The wife does not like seafood, and there are a few items on the menu that meet this need. She had the chicken Parm, and I had the sausage chicken. I thought mine was pretty good and serving size was ok. The wife felt the tomato sauce on the chicken Parm came from a can... Did not taste prepared, she also ran into a few pieces of the chicken that were fatty. The olives and bread were good, Limited selection on non-alcohol beverages. The waiters and waitresses were on top of it, and friendly. We felt a little out of place in jeans, as most of the customers in this place were in suits. They did ask if we had reservations, and seated us even though we looked a hot mess from traveling and did not have reservations. I guess we should suspect this from the financial district. We are from TX, here for business so I won't complain. If had the choice I would go back to Joseph's and try other plates, and their salads as they looked good. I would consider dressing up a bit though so we don't feel as...