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Cafe Madeline

4.1 (696 reviews)
Open 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Alan N.

Amazing brunch spot! Relatively cheap and affordable. High quality ingredients. Good quality coffee. Great neighborhood spot. Gets packed on the weekend!

Cheddar chive biscuit egg sandwich. No, that's not sauce on the plate. It's part of the design of the plates.
Sharon W.

Tried the brekkie bowl with salmon, kale, avocado, quinoa and scrambled eggs. I'm on a healthy eating regimen these days and this dish for the bill and was very tasty as well. What we particularly love about coming here is our fellow patrons are wonderfully down to earth and we feel like we're at home. The lovely lady behind the counter remembered us from the last time and gave us the warmest greeting.

Fried Chicken Biscuit
Raia S.

I've been here two times, once to sit in a couple years ago and once recently for takeout. There's a quiet back room in addition to the main seating area, and although it can get a bit busy on weekday afternoons, it doesn't have the classic NYC coffee shop problem where finding a table requires constant hovering and circling and often giving up to drink your matcha in a park. Their sandwiches are upgraded coffee shop fare--the fried chicken biscuit was crispy, buttery, and had a little kick, though a bit too heavy on the cheese and lacking a sweet or fresh element in my opinion. It was too small to be a full meal but perfect for a light lunch. The wait time is that of a sit down spot, fine if you're not in a rush and are dining in. Very kind staff, I would go back again to try another one of their many fun drinks, whose descriptions are hanging upside down on the walls as décor.

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Ling C.

I met a friend who lives in the area. There are a lot of tables. I was shocked to see that they have a room in the back. Coffee is good. They offer all different kind of dairy/non dairy options. We stayed outside for 3 hours. I would love to try the breakfast items. My friend recommended everything on their menu.

kouign amann
Amanda W.

I love coming here after randomly discovering they sell kouign amann one day. I want to try their coffee but Atelier december caught me first. I'll continue to go back whenever I need one! Theyre busy and the counter is always scrambling workers making food bc open kitchen and the cashier ipad is so small almost feel like a deli window counter. I typically go during saturday noon or sunday so it feels like brunch vibes.

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Rasheedah A.

Cafe Madeline is my daily go-to, and they can honestly take all my money! Working nearby means I get to stop by almost every morning for my latte and one of their fresh pastries--and I never leave disappointed. I recently indulged in the cheddar chive biscuit with eggs, and I have to say, it completely won me over. I'm not usually a fan of eggs, but these were incredibly fluffy and perfectly cooked. We also tried the frecnh toast which was really good - a bit too sweet for me but delicious. To top it off, I recently also tried the Brekkie wrap, which was absolutely amazing and kept me full all day. Every dish here is fresh, healthy, and bursting with flavor. I can't wait to come back for another sit-down brunch and explore more of their mouthwatering menu!

Saasha G.

Good food and good atmosphere. The breakfast here is so fresh and authentic I was amazed at the amount of drink orders they offer. The walls are covered with different choices and drinks there's just an endless amount of options. The dressing on the side salad with the food is really good as well. I hade the rose cardomom latte and it was really good and spicy. If you're looking for a quick breakfast in a casual setting this is your place

Tamika G.

Top notch breakfast. Fresh and healthy options. Opens early and food comes out fast. They had a variety of breakfast items and beverages to choose from. Everything was flavorful and cooked to my liking

Avocado Toast with labneh and a poached egg
Larissa B.

The servers here are just the nicest people you'll ever meet! They were very warm, thoughtful and patient. I had an iced latte and you can choose between any of the milks without extra charge. The spicy potatoes were good overall but lacking a little in flavor. But nice that they give two eggs. The avocado was plentiful on the toast, although I'm not sure how well labneh pairs since they're both creamy. It would be nice to have salt and pepper shakers on the table. Overall great breakfast spot with tonssss of options and super friendly servers. We'll be back!

Farm Eggs & Greens with salmon
Judy T.

Great food and great service. Big menu lots to choose from. My bowl was fantastic. Generous portion and very decently priced. It's cute inside albeit pretty close quarters but the space works ok. Can't wait to go back and grab a beverage from their massive drinks selection. The hot drinks look lovely and they have so many blended drinks to choose from. The bread that came with my egg/salmon/avo bowl was so tasty I'd def try their baked goods too. I'm a fan!

Angelina. R.

I had the grilled chicken salad and it was really fresh. The greens were crisp and the chicken was still warm when it arrived. I loved the combination of avocado, tomato, and cucumber--it felt really balanced. The dressing was light but flavorful and came on the side. Service was quick and friendly. The restaurant was clean and had a relaxed feel. Perfect light lunch.

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Anne R.

Huge cafe spread out across two storefront locations. One is more pastries, teas, and coffeee. Another side is hot veggie buffet, burgers, bowls, and sandwiches. Lots of vegetarian and vegan options (mostly in the Indian curry flavoring) but also standard options too. Very friendly service and very accommodating to vegan needs. Got a large bowl with a bed of rice and one of every Indian curry veggie item they had available and it was big enough for two to share. Grabbed some Brooklyn Best Peach Tea & Mango Tea that's "not too sweet". Great spot for lunch with easy fast service and outside seating.

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They have great teas, a large menu and efficient service. I intend to try the food soon.

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Ask the Community - Cafe Madeline

Hi, can I purchase a gift card here?? I tried calling but your phone does not work (says it's not in service). You would make my day if I heard back from you all 🙏

Yes you can! I got a couple of cards last week.

Does Cafe Madeline serve halal food?

No but you can all to confirm

Is this place good to work on a laptop for couple of hours, is there wifi?

I've seen people using their laptops at the restaurant for hours. There is wi-fi available.

Do they ever pick up the phone?

No - order online if you want something from them. They actually monitor their online orders BUT never pick up the phone. In fact I don't think that they have one.

Is the phone number listed accurate, either with a 718 area code or the 218 that's currently posted? Thank you!

718

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Always a great time coming here. Grace and the rest of the staff kill it every time. In the past…read moreI've only gotten drinks. But yesterday, I did rhe Boozy Brunch (90min for $40). Definitely worth another trip. I got the Cajun club (w/o tomatoes) sandwich and the frozen margarita. Both were soooo good! The place might be small but it's big on the "home away from home"/chill atmosphere!

I will never return to this establishment. What was supposed to be a brief, comforting brunch visit…read moreafter attending a funeral turned into an embarrassing and disappointing experience. I chose this place because I had visited a few times in the past and expected a positive environment. While there, I ran into an old friend who was accompanying individuals with special needs. They informed us about the R&B karaoke event, and we attempted to participate respectfully and supportively. Unfortunately, after participating, the DJ became rude and dismissive. My friends decided not to continue because each time they attempted to request a song, the DJ was unkind and impatient, seemingly unaware--or unconcerned--that they were individuals with special needs. The situation escalated when I attempted to calmly address the disrespect. Instead of listening, the bartender repeatedly accused me of being drunk simply because I was defending myself after a rude comment. I was not intoxicated; I was advocating for respectful treatment. Even the DJ's own companion appeared visibly shocked by the comment made toward me, as if anticipating a reaction. I remained composed and professional despite being deeply upset. What disappointed me most was the staff's decision to defend the DJ's behavior rather than acknowledge how inappropriate and disrespectful the interaction was. This reflects poorly on how this establishment treats people--especially those who deserve patience, understanding, and dignity. I came expecting an enjoyable brunch experience and left feeling ashamed for having trusted this place. It is clear that the venue prioritizes protecting mediocre DJs with minimal local popularity over treating customers with basic respect. Poor organization, lack of proper event management, and unprofessional staff behavior made this experience unacceptable. I have visited many establishments and have never felt so disrespected. I will not be returning.

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TL;DR version- Some high highs and some very low lows. Hot Figs was a fun app. By a mile, the soups…read morewere the favorites, so I would recommend the Pepián or Caldo Tlalpeño Rojo. Nice happy hour and a large chocolate drink selection I was at this unique Guatemalan (ish) restaurant a while back with one of my groups. I said "ish" because the menu has dishes from all over, ranging from sandwiches to BBQ ribs to Guatemalan and Mexican soups. It's out there, and even though not everything works that well, it's fun, and if you can't find something you want to order here, you probably shouldn't go out to restaurants. There was also live jazz music that night, which was loud but nice to listen to. Since it was happy hour, a bunch of us got drinks. I went with a maracuya margarita, which was decent; someone else had a jalapeño margarita, someone had a beer, and someone had a mojito. There were a few nice hot sauces on the table, with the red one reminding me of salsa macha as it had a smoky kick and a spicier green sauce reminiscent of ají verde. They gave us some complimentary blue corn chips and a very mild black bean dip, which was tasty enough and hard to complain about, as it was free. From the appetizers, we got the Hot Figs for $15.95, consisting of honey goat cheese, corn tortilla chips, and plum + pumpkin seeds. This was a unique and fun blend and reminded me more of something you would find in a wine bar. The mix of sweet and salty, with a bit of crunch from the seeds, was nice. This was good, and I would recommend it for a table rather than for a solo diner. There was also The Zingy Salad for $21.95, featuring zucchini spirals, yuzu, tomato, onion, cilantro, pumpkin seeds, and a jalapeño infusion. $18.95. The salad was fine with a bit of crunch and a mild spiciness. It was fine, though a bit wet, for lack of a better word. The best dishes of the night were the soups, which each had its own distinct flavor profile. My sight presence went to the Pepián for $21.95, consisting of chicken, pumpkin/sesame seeds, green tomatillo, cinnamon, cumin, black pepper, carrots, chili coban/pasta/guaque, and potato + rice. There was plenty of tender chicken inside, with the soup having a nice roasted flavor with some spice and a bit of sourness. The potatoes and rice on the bottom added more sustenance to this dish. Almost equally delicious was the Caldo Tlalpeño Rojo for a dollar more with shredded chicken, tomato, black pepper, garlic, onions, peas, chickpeas, corn, achiote, chipotle, Monterey jack cheese, and crunchy blue corn tortilla chips. By comparison, this was a bit heartier, with the melted cheese and shredded tortilla chips inside, similar to soups found in Mexican cuisine. While I also liked the mix of veggies a bit more in this one, as it added a bit more texture, I still slightly preferred the flavor of the other soup, as I usually prefer a bit more spice. The rest of the food was fine. The TPC sandwich for $19.95 with chicken, peanut butter, coconut cream, ginger, cilantro, pickled carrots, and lime was fine. For the number of ingredients, I found it a bit sweet, likely from the cream and the peanut butter mix. The bread was nice, but it also fell apart. It came with a nice side salad with a good vinaigrette. The most expensive at $24.95 were the Slow Cooked BBQ Ribs, consisting of baby back ribs with rice and beans. The ribs were almost a bit too tender as they lacked any bite, which was nice, but the sauce was a bit too generic tasting, reminding me of Sweet Baby Ray's or something similar. The rice and beans were standard. This was also OK. Next came some dessert. There was first the $12.95 Rosemary Churros served with dulce de leche & chocolate dips. While I'm not sure if it worked, the rosemary did add a unique smell and a bit of flavor, and at least it wasn't generic. The churros themselves were hot, and the sauces were standard, with my preference being the dulce de leche. I also ordered a Champurrado for $7.95, which was fine. It wasn't as thick as I expected, though perhaps the style is a bit different than the champurrados I rarely buy from Mexican street carts. The chocolate flavor was very nice, though, and I like that it wasn't too sweet. Another person got a $4 Alfajor, which I got a bite of, which was standard. This place is a bit hard to rate. The two soups were wonderful, I liked the appetizers, and I found a couple of the other dishes just OK. Overall, it was a good meal, but I'm not craving to go back. This would be the perfect 3.5, but I'll round up as that doesn't exist.

This place is great! Food is excellent. Came here with a party of 6, had a few different meals. My…read morewife hade the Cuban sandwich, excellent but $20, a bit pricey. I had the half chicken with rice and beans, may have been the best chicken I've ever had. Portion was huge. Everyone in party thought their meal was excellent. $16 cocktails Really friendly service but sloooow. Also at checkout had to ask server if gratuity had been already added. It had been..... credit card reader still had 20% and above tipping options.

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Quaint neighborhood spot that's perfect for brunch. Came here on a Saturday and while the wait was…read moreabout an hr, there was plenty to do in the area to keep us busy. Every table has a placemat with crayons which is such a fun way to keep kids and adults entertained. The food was delicious and tasted fresh, living up to their messaging on sourcing local food. We ordered the egg katsu sandwich and the eggs rothko. The sandwich was very well made with a nice crisp panko crusting that didnt feel heavy on the oil, and yet still managed to have a light airy egg inside. The eggs rothko was buttery and flavorful but still managed to not feel too heavy. The broiled tomatos on the side were a nice touch to contrast the egg and toast from the main dish. Overall I enjoyed this place and would love to come back to try more dishes. The vibe was friendly and welcoming, making it the perfect weekend brunch spot.

Correctness/Taste (1-5): I thought the egg katsu alone was delicious, the sauce (yuzu mayo) made it…read moreeven better! I got it paired with the chicken sausage, which wasn't the best. If I were to do again, no sausage, I don't believe you need it for this sandwich. The chocolate milk is regular. - 4/5 Value (1-5): For what I got, I believe it is overpriced, even though it tasted really good, I don't know how many eggs are used to create the egg katsu, but $17 seems like a reach. There are other items on the menu that cost the same price but will make you feel more full. 3/5 Customer Service (1-5): The customer service was attentive and nice. 5/5

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