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Cafe Madeleine

4.0 (570 reviews)
Closed • 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Moderate noise
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Outdoor seating

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Caili C.

Stopped by Cafe Madeleine for a quick mid morning pastry for breakfast and I ended up getting a toasted strawberry danish and an oat latte. The strawberry danish was great and very flavorful with a soft nicely layered pastry shell. My oat latte was good as well! The cafe has a good amount of seating inside and outside on the sidewalk to stay for a bit.

Alex L.

First time visiting this Cafe! I came here on a weekday afternoon. There was a minimal wait in line to order. Their drink prices are fair. I got a slice of cake for $8.25. It had hazelnut, chocolate, and vanilla! It wasn't too sweet, which is how I like it. The inside is spacious and there is seating available. I'll have to come back to try the coffee! The staff were very nice and knowledgeable.

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Marylouise R.

This has been one of my favorite cafes since 2010. There used to be one near my work on California street. I used to get catering from them all the time and people loved the food. They had the best sandwiches (my favorite is the chicken + artichoke). They make the very best pastries. Too many favorites to list but they are all yummy. Lastly, my absolute fave is the chocolate ganache whipped cream for their hit chocolates. It is absolute perfection!

Chocolate Toffee Crunch Strawberry Lemonade Cake
Alexis M.

I've been coming to Cafe Madeleine for a while now and have tried a good variety of their cakes. Today, I got the chocolate toffee crunch and the strawberry lemonade cake, both were delicious, just like everything else I've had before. My absolute favorite is the matcha dome. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the cafe is super cute. Highly recommend for cakes, pastries, or whenever you're craving a sweet treat!

Lemon bar
Betty A.

Was on the hunt for a lemon bar! Before I came I called to make sure they were in stock. The nice woman who answered said yes we have 4 left! When I arrived I got the second to last one. Good place & cute atmosphere. Lemon bars $3.50. Honest. I give the lemon bar a 4/10. It has 3 visible layers. First the crust, which is more bendy than crunchy, followed by the lemon curd which is separated into two layers. The lemon curd tastes pretty good, but it is pretty gelatinous / thick, so it separates quite a bit from the crust. Good vibes in this place and if I lived closer I would def give it another go.

Mocha
Divya S.

Stumbled upon this cute cozy cafe recently. The mocha was yummmm and so reasonably priced!! The service was fast! Definitely returning to try other items on the menu.

Full sheet "Favorite". Does this look like $400 to you?
Jenna H.

Our company often uses Cafe Madeline for catering services, especially their cakes when we need desserts for events. We recently ordered a full-size sheet cake for a retirement party. The cake itself was delicious. Unfortunately, for $400 the decoration was VERY disappointing. The banner was poorly sized, not centered, and the cake writing didn't look professionally done. Taste great, but presentation fell far short of expectations. Would've been better without the banner and just a plain cake with tasteful large writing.

Mango tart
Kimm N.

Whenever I'm in the area for work conferences I do drop by here for their French pastries. I love the their tarts and had mango tart this time. Not too sweet and right creaminess texture with fresh mango top it.

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Mimi A.

Cafe Madeline offers a delightful lunch menu, Sandwiches and Salads along with a selection of delicious cakes. Our office favorite is the caramel dulce de leche cake, cherished for its rich flavor and perfect balance of sweetness. Update: they now accept Apple Pay.

Minelie A.

This is a cute spot with minimalist decor. I loved the pastry I got here! I had my coffee from Sana, and although they only offer cheesecakes, I still ended up coming by. It's a great place to gather with friends.

Burrata Cheese Salad. Large portion
David C.

Delicious burrata salad. Frittatas And quiches of all sorts. Try the Japanese curry pot pie it brings a side salad. Endless small pastries and deserts and cakes.

Chicken Chicken Vegetable Pot Pie
Peter M.

Any place that has a solid lunch for under $15 in 2024 is a win in my book- it helps that cafe Madeline's chicken pot pie also might be one of the best pot pies I've had. A nice chicken medley with a great flakey crust. And it comes with a salad?? What's not to love? The folks working the counter are always pleasant and of course they also sell all sorts of sweet treats.

Strawberries and Cream cake- 1/4 sheet- beautiful cake
Lynette K.

This review is only for the cakes.. I have ordered them multiple times for our office and the cakes are wonderful and they do delivery! The cakes have just the right amount of sweetness.

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Reviews are generally positive. People highlight the variety of pastries and cakes, friendly staff, and a pleasant atmosphere.

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Thank you so much! We appreciate your business all of these years!

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Had the grilled panini and it was so good! Staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Definitely coming back!!

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Used to work at the FiDi location. The sandwiches and triple chocolate mouse still live rent free in my mind. It's been probably 20 years!

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Hi do you make Fraisier cake?

Hello - No I am sorry we don't. All of our cake offerings can be seen on our website at www.cafemadeleinesf.com - look under the online ordering tab and then "Cakes". It will show all flavors, sizes and prices.… 

The online ordering portal shows a pickup time of 8AM on weekends, but the website says that the store is closed on weekends and also says that pickup hours are during business hours. If I pick the weekend pickup slot, will I get my cake?

Since we are closed on the weekends, we offer pick-ups in the early mornings on weekends. There is a phone number on the door to call when you arrive and someone will bring it out to you. It is important to arrive at the scheduled time since we… 

Do you make fresh whipped cream cakes ?And do you deliver to 8 Mint Plaza?

Hello - If you look online at our online ordering section www.cafemadeleinesf.com, you can see the cakes we sell. Both the Lemon Raspberry and Strawberries and Cream are… 

How come you don't have albacore tuna boxed lunch (with chips etc..) as an option for us pescaterians / vegetatians?

Hello - we just tried those out during Covid so we just put a few to see if they sell. You can always request to sub the sandwich.

Around what time is the best to try to get a whole cake?

It's best to order in advance. Otherwise, stop by in the morning.

Are there vegan options?

Hello - yes we do have vegan options. Here are a few listed below from our lunch menu but we also have deli salads, soups, etc. that change daily in the cafes. You can also order menu items and just remove the cheese, etc.… 

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Limoncello

4.7(2k reviews)
1.3 mi•Lower Pacific Heights
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We ordered the Rompiballe Pizza and we loved it. Served hot and ready to devour. The meatballs were…read moreso tender and delicious. It's a must order!

We were on a short vacation to the City and stayed in a favorite hotel two blocks away from…read moreLimoncello. In researching places near where we were staying, we learned about the Italian deli and shop. We were looking forward to stopping by to check out the store and grab lunch. The store itself is very cute and charming, full of so many items - fresh meats and cheeses, imported olive oils, pastas, desserts, wine, and liquor to name a few. There is an area where you can get coffee drinks and there is a deli area for ordering sandwiches, pizzas, specialty dishes, and salads. The variety of options is plentiful. I ordered an iced coffee beverage, which was great. My significant other and I ordered a sandwich to go, which we were splitting for a light lunch back at the hotel. The person helping at the counter was not very friendly or helpful with questions. We asked for our sandwich to be made on the Dutch Crunch bread, as we were looking forward to trying it. Unfortunately, when we got back to the hotel, it turned out that the sandwich was made on a regular ciabatta roll, which was not fresh. Additionally, the sandwich was mostly mixed greens. For the price, I expected more meat. With so many great food options in San Francisco, it is likely we won't stop by on future visits to the City.

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Limoncello - Entrance is so cute

Entrance is so cute

Limoncello - Siciliano Sandwich and Goodfella Sandwitch

Siciliano Sandwich and Goodfella Sandwitch

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Deli Board

Deli Board

4.3(2.1k reviews)
0.8 mi•SoMa
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I've been wanting to try Deli Board for quite a while, and it did not disappoint. I wasn't sure…read morewhat to get, so I just ordered the 49er, the first sandwich on the menu. A recent reviewer called it a "greasy goopy mess" which is kind of accurate, except but it wasn't that messy, but it was super delicious. The 49er was very meaty, with pastrami, corned beef, brisket, white american cheese, peppers and sauce in a roll. It was still piping hot even after the 20 minute car ride home. (I bet it would burn the roof of your mouth if you ate immediately) Overall, it tasted very much like a pastrami/corned beef cheesesteak. I showed up at 2:30 on a Tuesday afernoon and there were only a few people ahead of me. I had my sandwich within 10 minutes walking through the door. Unfortunately, parking is a bit tough, all sandwiches are to go only, and there's no where to eat nearby.

Many say this is the best sandwich in SF so at 11.15am on a Saturday, I decided to find out. Was…read morenot expecting a 45 minute wait even when going so early! I paid for 1 hour of parking and was lucky the meter maid didn't come by since it took about 1 hr 10 minutes including the 15 minute wait for the sandwich to be ready, and the walk over. I ordered their most famous sandwich, the 49er which is corned beef, pastrami, brisket, white American cheese, cherry peppers, coleslaw, 1000 island, board sauce, on a French roll. For $24 I was expecting a larger sandwich, it was only about 6" long. It's a good sandwich, I would rate it 4 stars, but honestly the coleslaw and cherry peppers didn't contribute enough to the flavor - it needed more tanginess. A positive was that they give you two pieces of pickles to help balance the flavors, but I would not order this sandwich again, nor would I go back to Deli Board since it wasn't worth the wait. Their Coke is in glass bottles which looked cool but not at all recommended for cars since it tipped over too easily.

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Deli Board - Inside

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Deli Board - Chairman's corner (from left to right): thweethead, RLMB (02/2026)

Chairman's corner (from left to right): thweethead, RLMB (02/2026)

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Molinari Delicatessen

Molinari Delicatessen

4.4(1.6k reviews)
0.9 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill
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The moment I walked in it felt like I had travelled through a portal back in time. It felt like a…read morewell preserved memory of a time before all the tech moved into the city. There's something special to this place, whether it's the authentic imported Italian goods all over the walls, or the kindness from those that worked here, it's a place you need to experience. They were so fast and kind too. The menu had so many options, but they patiently helped me find the perfect sandwich for me. They do NOT skimp out on the ingredients either! You can see how packed with meats and sauce my sandwich was. Each bite was consistent and flavorful. I hate when my food is dry and even though I picked a roll known for the hard bread, it was anything but dry. The cuts of meat are so fresh it feels like it's straight from a butcher. I would definitely come here any day.

I have been going to Molinari's for years and finally got around to writing my first review…read more Molinari's makes salami that is sold to other stores and delicatessens. I stopped in to grabbed a mortadella with nuts sandwich and some focaccia bread. The sandwich was great with a fresh chewy roll, mortadella, lettuce, tomatoes and onions. Just a tear all around sandwich. The focaccia bread was soft, a little chewiness, good tomato flavor and pretty fresh, baked recently. Whenever I'm in the city again, I plan to swing by. For great meats, breads and other ingredients, stop by Molinari's. You won't regret the trip, one of the better icons.

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Molinari Delicatessen - The entrance

The entrance

Molinari Delicatessen - Sandwich

Sandwich

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