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About Cafe Madeline

Looking for a friendly Cafe in Cortelyou Rd, 1603 Cortelyou Rd? Cafe Madeline is known for quality drinks, fresh flavors, and a comfortable place to relax or get work done. Rated 4.40 stars from 1100 reviews, we’re here to make every visit feel easy and enjoyable with great service and quality.

★★★★☆ 4.40 rating (1100 reviews)
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Shirly Shum

Shirly Shum

8 years ago

Came here for Sunday brunch. The place is small and casual. There's no sit down service for those who are new to the place, if you're coming in with a group you should probably find seating first. You order at the front and they will bring the food to your table. The food was presented well and it was really tasty. The drinks are average with a beautiful presentation. Only thing I wish they would fix is the ventilation in the place. When I came out of the place, i smelled like grease. Overall, excellent place to eat!

WA MENG

WA MENG

3 years ago

A great place for healthy food. When I lived nearby 4 years ago, Cafe Madeline is my favorite bagel place. I love their bagel and lox to death. Last week I went back to NYC and tried to get the perfect bagel in my memory. Overall the indigents were fresh, but I think the flavor changed a little bit. The cream tasted more like sour cream instead of cream cheese. But the smoked salmon was still the best! Though it was not the one in my memory, I would still highly recommend everyone to try this.

ASJ KJ

ASJ KJ

Edited 3 years ago

Super fresh ingredients and preparation. Tons of indoor and outdoor seating. Love the menu but they def need way more vegan options. Great spot for breakfast/lunch/brunch.

Grace Ghiazza

Grace Ghiazza

6 months ago

While the menu is massive, all of the dishes I’ve had here have been fantastic. They are on the pricier side but it’s because they are so damn good and fresh. Coffee is great too - have had multiple friends visit and state it’s the one of the best drinks they’ve had. Super friendly staff as well. Only downside is it can get crowded but that’s just bc it’s a popular local spot.

Lara

Lara

2 years ago

Cafe Madeline has quiet a big menu, the food was super yummy, it’s extremely fast service! I had the brekkie sandwich. It was a little messy but nice. Very filling! My friend had the roasted potato’s and mushroom and added Turkey bacon :-) The cafe is quiet big inside, the staff are friendly. Coffee was ok quiet milky. Would definitely go back there again.

Adam Alalouf

Adam Alalouf

a year ago

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! :)

Amanda Wang

Amanda Wang

Edited 7 months ago

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.

Chris Dornfeld

Chris Dornfeld

10 months ago

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 😍

kensington6

kensington6

a month ago

I really like this spot — the whole crew here run an impressive operation. No charge for different kinds of milk. Great food. Great coffee. Great wide variety of other drinks too.

Zachary Colon

Zachary Colon

6 months ago

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 t

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid street parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

1603 Cortelyou Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226, United States

Reservations

+1 718-941-4020

Hours

Open Now · Saturday 7 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 7 AM-6 PM
Thursday 7 AM-6 PM
Friday 7 AM-6 PM
Saturday 7 AM-6 PM
Sunday 7 AM-6 PM
Monday 7 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 7 AM-6 PM
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