Josie’s is a family owned neighborhood restaurant in the Chevy Chase area of Lexington Kentucky. Created by the previous owners of Merrick Inn, the restaurant was built around the idea of providing a comfortable place where guests can enjoy breakfast and lunch with friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. Josie’s combines its family roots with a menu of familiar dishes and a focus on preparing much of its food from scratch.
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The Family Story Behind Josie’s
The name Josie’s has a personal connection to the family behind the restaurant. According to Josie’s official story, the restaurant was named after the owners’ daughter, while some menu items were named after her brothers. This family connection is an important part of the restaurant’s identity and reflects the personal approach behind the neighborhood café in Chevy Chase.
Food Made With Care
Josie’s focuses on preparing many of its menu items from scratch. The restaurant states that it brines its own corned beef, forms its burgers daily, hand grates cheese, and uses farm fresh eggs. Its menu includes breakfast favorites such as omelets, breakfast plates, eggs Benedict, pancakes, and waffles, along with lunch choices including homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, and burgers.
Breakfast and Lunch Favorites
Breakfast and lunch are central to the Josie’s dining experience. Some of the dishes highlighted by the restaurant include the Josie’s Dad Omelet, Chevy Chase Special, Smokehouse Burger, and Josie’s Famous Reuben. These selections give guests a range of familiar choices while reflecting the restaurant’s focus on hearty breakfast dishes and casual lunch favorites.
A Neighborhood Restaurant in Lexington
Located at 821 Chevy Chase Place in Lexington Kentucky, Josie’s describes itself as a comfortable and inviting neighborhood café. The restaurant features a horseshoe shaped counter designed to encourage conversation and aims to provide guests with a sense of Southern hospitality. Josie’s currently serves breakfast and lunch every day from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, welcoming guests to enjoy its food in a relaxed neighborhood setting.