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MarieBette Cafe and Bakery

4.4 (656 reviews)
Closed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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MARIEBETTE CAFE AND BAKERY ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Classy
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Anna C.

Charlottesville is near and dear to my heart. But what stands out in this town is that everyone is so kind and thoughtful. With so many options, it is always difficult to nail down a place to go, but MarieBette is hands down a must visit every time. Prepare for the lines to be out the door, but sit tight and make friends in line:)! I always take a sourdough for the road! They always have a unique design! The crust is perfectly crispy, and the inside is soft and tangy with that classic sourdough bite. You can't leave without a loaf (or two) to take home. A must = Hot Chocolate with a homemade marshmallow. My friends know that is the one thing I won't stop talking about non-stop. I am not even a huge chocolate fan but this one is divine. The hot chocolate is made with a ganache that is so heavenly. It is the kind of drink that feels like a hug in a mug. And, just when you think it can't get any better, they top it off with a homemade marshmallow that melts perfectly into the warmth. Pure comfort in every sip. The stuffed French toast is an absolute winner. Thick, pillowy bread, filled with a deliciously sweet cream filling, then grilled to golden perfection. And the kicker is the homemade Nutella on top!!! Each bite is a testament to their attention to detail, love for good food, love of people and this city. Don't miss it and do everything to support this business! Must eats: - Albemarle - Hot Chocolate with Homemade marshmallow - stuffed French toast - pancakes ( 100%) - everything

Meat croissant with ham and cheddar with a decaf cafe au lait. ‍
Deborah B.

Parking and seating were the only constructive feedback I can provide because the staff was very friendly and helpful, the decor was warm and cozy, and the food. THE FOOD! OMG! Made from scratch European style bakery with fresh croissants, quiche, and SO much more. IMHO, visit if you're in the area. You're sure to find something delicious!

Ameena A.

*This review is specifically for gluten free (GF) folks* (If you are not gluten free, this place is probably a 5 star rating) This bakery offers a very few select GF pastries, which is a nice offering. With that said, it is super super integrated with the other pastries - it almost felt like there was no attempt for separation. I personally understand that there is always a risk when it's a "typical" bakery, but some slight extra precautions such as putting all of the GF on one side of the pastry case would be nice. The GF options were also not labeled, so I had to ask staff (even though the GF options did exist). And of course, I do always wish there were more options :) In my photos, the "financier" is gluten free. You can see how close it is to all of the other pastries, and you can see that it's not labeled.

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Two Lucky D.

The pastries, breads, brunch, and coffee are genuinely excellent, with thoughtful seasonal dishes and standout items like their almond croissants. That said, the seating situation seriously undercuts the experience. The café fills up fast, and there simply aren't enough tables for how popular it is. Add in people camping out with laptops for hours, and it feels less like a cozy neighborhood bakery and more like a crowded remote work hub. With the place so busy, it would make sense to shift away from catering to WiFi squatters--a no‑WiFi policy could keep the vibe relaxed and welcoming instead of frustrating and chaotic. On top of that, there's no table service, so customers have to bus their own tables, which only adds to the feeling of disorder during peak hours.

Christina N.

Good amount of seating, but there's definitely not enough parking to accommodate its popularity (very Charlottesville). They have a huge pastry case and everything looks delicious. You order at the counter and take a number to sit if you choose to eat there. The coffee is fine, doesn't stand out. The pastries really are the stars and I don't think you can go wrong with any of them! I recommend the brioche feuillettée (flavors change constantly), petite kouign-amann (sweet and sticky), and canelés (of course).

Salmon on sourdough toast topped with poached egg
Carly R.

Absolutely everything we tried was divine! Highly recommend and would definitely go back when in the area. Visiting from Central TX, this was a perfect stop for breakfast before visiting Monticello. Service was fast and friendly. My daughters and I enjoyed sitting in a little nook marveling and devouring our delicious latte and pastries. Beautiful spot.

Kathy T.

Came here four years ago and it's just as delicious now. This time we got breakfast sandwiches as well as pastries. My favorite pastries are the Canale and the koignn amann, but not a bad pastry! Walked through both farmers markets but had to come to the place we knew would deliver!

Five grain batard loaf
Sonya H.

Such an adorable gem in the heart of Charlottesville! This place was heavily recommended by seemingly every UVA student / alum on earth, so I just had to make a pit stop when I drove through town on my way to a week-long hiking trip. I came by on a late Sunday morning just after 11 AM; their brunch service was in full swing so there wasn't a ton of open seating, and they had already run through most of their most popular selections. However, I managed to snag a gorgeous five-grain batard loaf for a week of sandwiches and, at the barista's recommendation, a peach financier to fuel me through the next leg of my road trip. The financier was delightful -- slightly crumbly, but also rich and buttery, with a wonderful peachy flavor. It was the perfect late afternoon pick-me-up and a great pair to my almond milk latte. The slightly tart peach was a wonderful way to celebrate the end of summer flavors, and it helped to balance out the sugar in the rest of the pastry. I didn't enjoy the batard loaf immediately, but it was the perfect hearty, flavorsome bread to build my sandwiches on throughout the week after long days of hiking and climbing. It had a slightly nutty bite from all the seeds, and it kept up surprisingly well throughout the week. I only really noticed it starting to get a smidge stale around day 3 -- if you aren't wandering around the wilderness, I'm sure freezing it would be a great way to preserve its day-one freshness. Beyond the delightful food, the servers / baristas were all super friendly! They offered a remarkably warm welcome, were super helpful in choosing the best pastries / sandwich loafs, and generally helped to craft a lovely atmosphere. I can't wait to stop by MarieBette again on my next road trip!

Bianca R.

Every time I stop into Charlottesville Marie Bette is a must! All the pastries are so amazing! From their cookies to their croissants, breakfast plates-I love it all! There is a bit of a wait, it's usually pretty busy- no surprise since they are THAT good!! Each time I go I make sure to have an iced latte and one of their croissants (if not ham and cheese then I go for chocolate). Don't forget to get one of their chocolate chip cookies, they are the literal best! Highly recommend!

bacon and egg sandwich
Libby H.

I had some time to kill in between appointments so I decided to stop in to have coffee and do work. I was fortunate with parking in their lot, but fills up fast. There is street parking available if you can find it. There's plenty of seating options, inside and outside. It's a cute casual vibe. You order at the front and then they bring you your drinks and food to your table. I was bummed they didn't have any iced chai, but I got a small iced mocha with almond milk instead which was good. For breakfast, I got the bacon and egg on a baguette and it was delicious! The scrambled eggs are homemade and taste like they're coming from a 5 star restaurant! There's a private wifi too which is nice, they give you the password. The staff were all friendly. I definitely will come back!

Decaf cappuccino
Joshua J.

This place came highly recommended and I could see why. We arrived around 9:45am and there was a good sized line inside of the bakery. Thankfully the line moved quick - the workers were on it! The display of the pastries made me want to buy everything - Can we get a sample platter? There is a good amount of seats inside and outside, though the outside is right near the street so you'll have to contend with road noise. The Apple Galletto was flakey, Apple-y, and delicious. I recommend it! The almond croissant was tasty though it's tough to mess one of those up. The croissants breakfast sandwich was amazing. One of the workers recommended getting bacon and I believe that was the right choice. My wife enjoyed her quiche but mentioned it's not the best she's had - thank 1886 Cafe & Bakery in Austin, TX for raising the bar.

Jason G.

Nice little spot for breakfast. Employees were friendly and the inside was neat. They have a lot of options and everything looked so good. It does get pretty busy though at some points, the line was out the door when we were leaving!

Andrew S.

Absolutely one of the best bakeries I've been to and will be my go-to spot whenever I'm in Charlottesville. My personal favorite is the Chocolate Almond Croissant. Also a fan of the Pecan Bun and the Caneles. Not only do they have great pastries, but also some delicious breakfast sandwiches. Both the cold brew and americano were great. Plenty of street parking in the area. They get very busy on the weekends. I'm not sure what it's like during the week. Lines form outside near the ramp. They have plenty of indoor seating, with some outside.

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This is one of my favorite cville brunch place! their bread is delicious and their food is great!

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Delicious pastry and breakfast items. Seems to be pretty authentic French pastries and quiche. Seating is limited but turns over fast.

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Amazing croissants! Best egg sausage and cheese croissant breakfast sandwich. Fast and friendly service. Felt like a trip back to France.

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One of the best bakeries I've ever found. Also serves great lunch sandwiches. Avocado toast is to die for.

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