Madeleine Café & Bakery

We had brunch here. Food was fantastic. Fresh salad. Cappuccino was perfect.

C’est parfait. I used to just come for the fresh croissants, baguettes, and hot cocoa. But now that I’ve tried the soup … I will be trying the entire menu. Ils sont magnifiques.

Nice place for Sunday Brunch

A cute cafe on Cedros Avenue. It was raining that morning. I met my friend and they moved a table inside for us. The owners are French and very welcoming. The chocolate croissant was flaky and small, just like in France, but tasty. The chocolate tasted the same as in Paris. The cappuccino was well balanced with a good froth. Kid-friendliness: No kid that morning, but dog friendly on the patio. Wheelchair accessibility: On the street level. Most tables are outside.

This place is a great way to taste French breakfast foods without leaving southern CA. The staff was friendly and answered all my questions. The food was delicious and I can't wait to visit again.

Delicious quiche and many gluten free choices at a neighborhood café.

Small french cafe with flavorful sweet and savory foods, pastries, and little tarts. Pretty expensive though not unexpected as this is Solana Beach area, but everything tastes delicious. Decoration is pretty minimal, which is fine as we dined outdoors and cared more about food than anything. They serve toasts, sandwiches, crepes (savory or sweet), baked goods, coffees and teas. We tried two savory crepes (3 cheeses and one ham and cheese) and one sweet (strawberry jam + fresh strawberry-cost extra). They were all yummy and we finished the plates. Thes espresso tart is delectable too, although I wasn't too keen on how the dulce de leche tart tasted. Outside dining is provided with small tables with chairs, with some covered by umbrellas. There is barstool seating on the inside of the cafe on the opposite side of the baked goods display. Bathroom is a communal bathroom shared by other stores and a key needs to be requested from the cafe attendant. I'd go back for the taste but would definitely be intimidated by the price.