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    Cafe Madeline

    4.1 (695 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    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.

    Coffee
    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.

    Green Omelette
    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.

    Cafe interior
    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.

    this place rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!! we tried a handful of dishes and every single one was absolutely insane. i never write reviews, but here i am at a table of four of my friends all of us writing reviews for this place. you must eat here i'm so serious.

    Pastries!
    Dwana P.

    Stepping into Café Madeline in Brooklyn is like embarking on a daring, yet utterly delightful, expedition for your taste buds. Imagine Indiana Jones swapping his whip for a fork and knife, and you've got a pretty good idea of what to expect. For starters, I wasn't prepared for the immensity of the menu. That's usually a turnoff for me, but when you can also see and smell most of what's cooking, you kind of want to just try it all. The setup is different than I'm used to. Maybe not the place for a big group but my small crew of three did manage to shimmy through the close quarters at the front, past the order window, a single column of small 2-person tables, which led to another area of maybe 6 more tables, and finally an enclosed room with a few larger seating areas. Additionally, you can eat outside in nice weather as they also set up outdoor seating on the sidewalk. Now back to the food! The moment you enter, you're greeted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee that pulls you in like a treasure map to the lost city of Caffeine. I had a delicious matcha latte with soy. The avocado toast here is a revelation--each bite is like discovering a hidden temple of flavor. The bread is perfectly crisp, the avocado is smoother than a well-oiled boulder trap, and the seasoning is the final, well-placed gem that completes the artifact. But let's talk about the pancakes. These aren't just pancakes; they're like fluffy clouds of joy that have descended from the heavens specifically to bless your breakfast plate. One bite and you're free-falling through layers of syrupy goodness, with each mouthful catching you just in time to keep the experience thrilling but never overwhelming. The staff? They're the guides on this journey, and they know all the secret paths to flavor town. Friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to help you avoid any culinary pitfalls (like missing out on the pastries, which would be a real tragedy). In short, Café Madeline is not just a meal--it's a quest. A quest where the only thing you have to fear is running out of room in your stomach before you've tried everything. Buckle up, adventurer, because your taste buds are in for one wild ride.

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    Great service and quality of choices. Super fresh ingredients. A real neighborhood gem

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    their coconut matcha is easily one of the best things i've ever drank. all of the workers are cool and the outside seating is cute!

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    3 years ago

    I want to love this place so much, but they have gotten my order wrong every single time I have ever Order

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    I love their pecan pie. They also have the best plain croissants in Jersey City after a croissant tour we did after national croissante :-)

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    Great portions, lovely staff, delicious food and coffee!!! A neighborhood gem for sure.

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    The food was delicious but prices were well above average. Ambiance was meh music was LOUD interior is a bit dingy.

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    Cafe Madeline is super expensive and loud. The food and service is great though. I just wish it was more affordable.

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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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    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.

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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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