Madeleine Café & Bakery
240 S Cedros Ave, Del Mar, CA
Crema's Take
“Tucked away in Del Mar, this charming French-inspired café captures that effortless European charm with its calm atmosphere and bilingual staff that transport you straight to Paris. Beyond stellar coffee, they're equally devoted to their bakery and French-leaning brunch menu—think buttery croissants, brie omelettes, and chocolate desserts that inspire genuine devotion from regulars. The dog-friendly patio and nostalgic candy selection add to the warmth that keeps guests returning for both the carefully crafted specialty drinks and that rare feeling of stepping into someone's French kitchen.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Such a cute and fun place! Food is amazing and staff is perfect!! Love the candy that I used to get as a child and the specialty drinks are GREAT!
Cute little café with a tempting lineup of baked goods. I ordered the brie omelette, which had good flavor but came out a bit dry for my taste. A pleasant spot overall, and I’d be open to trying other items next time.
Glad we chose this place. We tried the chicken pesto toast and a green salad with smoked salmon—both were delicious. We finished with a chocolate dessert that was absolutely heavenly. We’d definitely come back!
We enjoyed breakfast as a family on a Sunday morning just after opening. It was a delight to hear the staff speaking French to one another, and the food didn’t disappoint, particularly the savory crepe. The portions were a tad small for the price and coffee was less strong than the French fare might suggest. Everything was fresh and delicious, and we thoroughly enjoyed the meal
Delicious French cuisine at Madeline Cafe! Very cute and calm environment, with a nice dog friendly patio. We ordered the egg Benedict with smoked salmon and a mixed platter charcuterie and cheese board. We also got a chocolate croissant which tasted really good, better than expected. The food comes out pretty quickly. Definitely recommend!
Crema Reviews
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