"I have not posted a review in a long time but I had to leave one for this beautiful gem of a restaurant. We live in the area and being a large family, we do not eat out anywhere fancy or above a certain price range. I almost did not give this place a shot because its prices are just a tad bit above other breakfast options in the area, but man oh man are they worth every single penny. The food is always prepared perfectly. Nothing has been overcooked in ny 5 visits back to back. They have amazing and different pastries that I have not seen anywhere else outside of very niche or focused pastry shops. The menu serves everyone by offering options for everything from gluten free, vegan, or even keto dietary needs. The prices are a tad higher than others in the area but honestly try a lobster roll from here and realize you get more meat and less fluff (like mayo or other accompaniments) than from places like the red hook lobster pound who skimp on the lobster and charge an absurd amount. The French toast options were all delicious. The flatbush breakfast was superb and everything worked so well together (I would use bellas instead of shitake mushrooms but nonetheless it was delicious). The star of everything here is the Coffee. Madeline uses a Brooklyn owned snd operated coffee maker with known quality and the baristas are gods and goddesses among men. I love coffee. I mean it. I live for a good cup or even two in a day. I have never had better coffee that is consistent and balanced. I absolutely love them. I do not make these determinations lightly friends but this is hands down one of the best places to eat in Brooklyn for breakfast or brunch and with the service being as good as it is for as popular as it is (go on Saturday or Sunday morning and my god you would think your on the stock exchange main floor during a major IPO event). Eat here ny friends they are awesome and deserve every bit of money, love, and support. Madelines is the heart of Cortelyou and deserves the title undisputed."

"I had a little anxiety ordering an $18 BLT…this would either be an overpriced trendy place or the best BLT ever. It is expensive after all. Cafe Madeline did not disappoint, the sandwiches, salad, coffee…all spot on. Warm bread, thick but slightly crispy bacon, creamy but not over-ripe avocado…I would go back just for the BLT alone! Delicious and friendly staff who are attentive to their guests…a rare find in a post Covid service world. I will be back 😍"

"Cafe Madeline makes great food! However, I feel like the quality of service and consistency has decreased in the past year or so. This used to be the most consistent place in terms of menu (perfect consistency eggs, bacon, sandwich assembly), but now I feel as if its a gamble. Part of the experience was their attention to detail, but in my past few orders there will be mistakes like the wrong sauce or a poorly wrapped one-hander, which is really unfortunate for the price. Their smoothies are still great and ingredients are fresh."

"Delicious! Love the cardamom buns and other pastries. Yummy eggs and great, fresh salads. My only suggestion is offering glasses and mugs for drinks to stay. I bring my own mason jar and they always prepare my coffee in it! Thank you! :)"

"They have delicious cafecito as well as kouign amann, and other pastries. I saw Carrot cake today and it was Y U M. So much walnuts in it and its filled. One ipad counter for ordering, a bit inconvenient. Creamy ice latte tho. My sesame bagel experience, were mid. (nopics): Financier Madeleine was too sweet."