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Josie

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Just off the beaten path is where you will find Chef Josie Le Balch's self-titled Progressive American eatery. By lending her French culinary heritage, her Italian expertise and her love of simple, natural foods, Chef Le Balch has created a masterly merger of tastes and textures that is sure to surprise and delight. The interplay of the rustic and the refined is evident in every room. From the sand-blasted wooden ceiling beams and the modern skylight to the handcrafted stone hearth and the tailored lines of the furnishings, ... read more

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2424 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90405, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
MonClosed
Tue6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wed6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thu6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fri6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Sat6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Sun5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Cristin D. 
21 years ago

The wild boar is to die for. 

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fortmeyer 
21 years ago

Best in town – Spent my birthday here; service was top-notch, food was spectacular -- probably my best experience in town, and the ambience was comfortably home-like. These people know how to run a restaurant. It's pricey, but worth it. 

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eatthelions 
21 years ago

A+++ – Being in my twenties, I'm used to nicer restaurants treating my wife and I poorly. But at Josie, we felt like guests of honor. The waiter was excellent making tons of superb recommendations. the food was outstanding. Everything we had was fantastic. I don't have a bad thing to say about the place. Can't wait to go back. 

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21 years ago

Wonderful! – Food was fabulous. Get the Mushroom pastry "sandwitch" for appetizer. 

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tripindrgn 
21 years ago

Wonderful surprise – I've always read about the place, and finally had a chance to try it out! The friendly and informative staff helped us with some great selections. Nice, relaxed atmosphere. And the rack of lamb was juicy and tender. Definately try this place out! 

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knopfile 
22 years ago

Go for it! – There's an old saying: If you live in Santa Monica and you're caught having dinner east of Sepulveda, you're having an affair. This restaurant is one reason never to venture out of this oceanside city. Superb and talented chef delights you, always. Expensive, but you'll remember it. And want to go back. 

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22 years ago

GO, again and again – Been 4 times with no end in sight. Josie is the best. Known for game foods (wild boar, venison, roo ribs, etc.), her fish and vegetable dishes are excellent too. Some great bargains also exist on the wine list. And you'll love the bar that was once the backdrop in Gunsmoke. 

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muppetlover 
22 years ago

the best ever!! – everything that comes out of chef josie le balch's kitchen is absolutely mouth-wateringly delicious, and perfect. her husband and co-owner frank delzio manages the restaurant with effortless grace and class. be sure to book ahead of time as reservations can be difficult. i have been there many, many times and have yet to be even remotely disappointed with the service, ambience, and above all, the quality of food... it's a bit pricey but that's because josie only uses the finest ingredients, which cost money... read more

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22 years ago

NICE PLACE FOR A SMALL GROUP, SHOULD MAKE RESERVATIONS. FOOD EXCELLENT AND UNSUAL. 

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How is Josie rated?

Josie has a 4.8 star rating with 58 reviews. 

When is Josie open?

Josie is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 6:00 p.m. 

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