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Cafe Mado

4.5 (65 reviews)
Closed • 5:30 pm - 9:00 PM
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Tina W.

Came for brunch before the Brooklyn museum. The meal was great. My only request was to pace the courses out a little better to allow us to enjoy everything when it was hot. We had a lot of dishes on the table and I think we could have enjoyed some a little hotter.

Pork belly
Dhanushree P.

I loved care mado! The sunroom is probably my fav place to sit, but it's a very pretty restaurant overall! The service is good, and our plates and silverware were changed several times. The food was the showstopper though! The wild mushroom and corn crepe was a hit! I've never tried this flavor combination, but corn and mushrooms crepe was such a warm earthy dish, and it was tied very well together with the perfect amount of lemony arugula! The Pork belly with peaches was next level!! It had vegetables I haven't even tried before, the pork belly was cooked to perfection and the warm salad it was paired with was just divine! The le ceaser was alright. The wasabi type aftertaste was a bit strong at the end, and there was a lot of sauce on it. Not my top pick It was my birthday and my husband told our server, we got candles and amazing corn pancakes with caramalized peaches and fresh whipped cream. It was like nothing else I've tried before, but highly recommend! But everything from the service to the drinks to the aesthetic was 10/10! Highly recommend!

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Marina B.

Such a vibe!! the backyard is gorgeous, total dream setting. Loved the seasonal menu, the drinks, the service, all of it. Great small plates to share, amazing pasta, and an incredible tomato salad. 15/10, would go back again and again.

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Gab G.

Made a reservation ahead of time for breakfast on a Saturday and had an awesome meal here! I love their other spot places des fetes and this is another easy favorite. I tried: + Fresh pressed green juice + Le Caesar + Pommes paillasson + lion's mane + Passionfruit crepes The lion's mane mushroom and the crepes were my absolute favorite dishes, followed by the fried potato side (similar to a hashbrown). Will be back for dinner!

Omelette and Fingerling Potatoes
Alex M.

Cafe Mado in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. I went on a slow, snowy day for a late brunch. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, walking me through my extensive questions and let me sample their alpine soda. I ordered the red endive salad to start. A colorful plate of red leaves, brown candied pecans, white ricotta, and dark blood orange slices- seasoned with a vinaigrette. The palette of the salad was bitter/acidic, but smooths out with the shredded ricotta and pleasantly penetrates with the occasional sweet crunch of the candied pecans. (8/10) I ordered the omelette and the fingerling potatoes. Omelette was pretty, and was pretty solid (hard to compare and nothing to judge). The fingerling potatoes were interesting in that the sauce was whipped/foamed up, which gave it a much lighter, airier texture as opposed to a thick, heavy mayonnaise dip. (7.25/10) I love the interior of Cafe Mado, you enter the restaurant and walk right alongside the kitchen, which is an engaging first impression. This is contrasted with the majority of the restaurant's space, which features quiet seating, and the back atrium is so pretty. Cannot wait to try Cafe Mado for dinner, or when they change the menu (allegedly every other week or so)!

Handwritten card :)
Luiza A.

Came here on a Sunday night and had an absolutely lovely time. My friend let the staff know it was my birthday and they wrote a handwritten card, gave us a free drink and a free dessert. Our waitress was incredibly kind and the inside is so beautifully decorated and perfectly moody. We started with the baguette and butter which was delicious, the sunchoke which our waitress recommended and is an absolute must get, and the cabbage which was perfectly crunch and dressed. For our entrees, we got the tagliatelle which was perfectly al dente and the rib chop which was so juicy and cooked perfectly. We ended with the financier which was a deliciously moist cake and complimentary buckwheat gelato which was nutty and delicious. Would absolutely come back here again and the service was incredible!

Caesar salad
Scott R.

This place was incredible. Admittedly, I hesitated because of the "vegetable forward" framing. But I was wrong to do so. Incredible food, super unique, flavor packed. Excellent vibes as well. Strong recommend.

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If you are starving -- don't go here. This is a place to taste what you never tried before! It's a feast for a tongue, not belly. The menu is short because everything on it is delicious! There are no wrong choices, only dietary constraints. You'll enjoy it, but it won't last. The service is a bit slow because waiters will spend as much time with each customer as necessary. Do go here.

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Annalise W.

Came here for a weekend brunch while in the area and overall I think this is a great neighborhood brunch option. Restaurant isn't too big but feels roomy, light, and cozy. During nicer weather, there's a nice uncovered backyard to sit that is pet friendly. Very casual ambiance that also seems good for families. I ordered the below: -Madi's Sausage Egg & Cheese: it has the name in it, so it's a must order. Great breakfast sandwich. Egg was not runny but I'm sure you could ask. Gooey cheese, soft roll, flavorful meat, and a unique (but not overpowering sauce). -Le Caesar: pretty standard but exactly what I wanted. -Fries: GET THESE. Super skinny and crispy. Sooo addicting I honestly would come back just for these. -French Toast: has potential but wasn't my favorite solely because it was too "wet" for my preference. Looks griddled on the outside but the actual bread was superrrrr soggy and didn't feel cooked through. Pieces are very small so better to share with other things if hungry!

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Michael M.

Very cool spot, CS is GREAT, young lady is super friendly and knowledgeable. Great food, Great Ambiance and very Clean and Relaxing. I would definitely go back on my next visit to Brooklyn

Lauren S.

Great to see the team from Oxalis back! Came here with a friend last night and tried 5 dishes and there were no misses, including the cabbage and wild rice, among others. They change the menu so often that it's not necessarily worth it to get into the specifics, but that is one of the best things about this place - they keep you coming back for more! I really enjoyed the wine selection as well. There was a funny moment where we talked about the music being a bit too loud and it was lowered exactly one second later. Overall recommend and will be back!

Jennifer L.

Soo delish! Ive been here now for both their brunch and dinner and honestly prefer their brunch way more. I think the dinner felt a bit underwhelming in terms of taste, still delicious nonetheless! Just sounded better on menu than how it tasted Highly recommend for brunch / lunch though as I reallyyy loved the menu during this time. Everything was just so light and fresh yet unique taste to everything!

Coffee
Holly R.

This is a very nice spot close to the Brooklyn Museum. There's seating inside and out back. The kitchen is upfront and I liked that you could see how clean it was and also talk to the chef. They use fresh, local ingredients, so the menu changes often. We enjoyed the smoked turkey sandwich (wish it had more cheese) and the woodear/cucumber salad. I liked that the French fries were fresh cut, but i would have preferred them to be thicker and browned. We ordered at the register and they brought the food to us, but didn't clear dishes as we finished eating. Note: they run out of pastries early. It seemed like their coffee is very popular.

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Every morsel was delicious. And the selection of wines by the glass was excellent! We will hope to return next time we are in Brooklyn.

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Perfect spot to go to after the Brooklyn Museum! Good food, kind staff, with both indoor and outdoor options ~

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Dinner was amazing! The food and ambience were fantastic all thanks to Jordan and Lukas!

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Had 2 incredible meals in the rustic backyard garden. Awesome food, warm welcome and terrific service

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