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    Cafe Madeleine

    4.0 (570 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Caili C.

    Stopped by Cafe Madeleine for a quick mid morning pastry for breakfast and I ended up getting a toasted strawberry danish and an oat latte. The strawberry danish was great and very flavorful with a soft nicely layered pastry shell. My oat latte was good as well! The cafe has a good amount of seating inside and outside on the sidewalk to stay for a bit.

    Alex L.

    First time visiting this Cafe! I came here on a weekday afternoon. There was a minimal wait in line to order. Their drink prices are fair. I got a slice of cake for $8.25. It had hazelnut, chocolate, and vanilla! It wasn't too sweet, which is how I like it. The inside is spacious and there is seating available. I'll have to come back to try the coffee! The staff were very nice and knowledgeable.

    Chocolate Toffee Crunch Strawberry Lemonade Cake
    Alexis M.

    I've been coming to Cafe Madeleine for a while now and have tried a good variety of their cakes. Today, I got the chocolate toffee crunch and the strawberry lemonade cake, both were delicious, just like everything else I've had before. My absolute favorite is the matcha dome. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the cafe is super cute. Highly recommend for cakes, pastries, or whenever you're craving a sweet treat!

    Lemon bar
    Betty A.

    Was on the hunt for a lemon bar! Before I came I called to make sure they were in stock. The nice woman who answered said yes we have 4 left! When I arrived I got the second to last one. Good place & cute atmosphere. Lemon bars $3.50. Honest. I give the lemon bar a 4/10. It has 3 visible layers. First the crust, which is more bendy than crunchy, followed by the lemon curd which is separated into two layers. The lemon curd tastes pretty good, but it is pretty gelatinous / thick, so it separates quite a bit from the crust. Good vibes in this place and if I lived closer I would def give it another go.

    Mocha
    Divya S.

    Stumbled upon this cute cozy cafe recently. The mocha was yummmm and so reasonably priced!! The service was fast! Definitely returning to try other items on the menu.

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    Marylouise R.

    This has been one of my favorite cafes since 2010. There used to be one near my work on California street. I used to get catering from them all the time and people loved the food. They had the best sandwiches (my favorite is the chicken + artichoke). They make the very best pastries. Too many favorites to list but they are all yummy. Lastly, my absolute fave is the chocolate ganache whipped cream for their hit chocolates. It is absolute perfection!

    Full sheet "Favorite". Does this look like $400 to you?
    Jenna H.

    Our company often uses Cafe Madeline for catering services, especially their cakes when we need desserts for events. We recently ordered a full-size sheet cake for a retirement party. The cake itself was delicious. Unfortunately, for $400 the decoration was VERY disappointing. The banner was poorly sized, not centered, and the cake writing didn't look professionally done. Taste great, but presentation fell far short of expectations. Would've been better without the banner and just a plain cake with tasteful large writing.

    Mango tart
    Kimm N.

    Whenever I'm in the area for work conferences I do drop by here for their French pastries. I love the their tarts and had mango tart this time. Not too sweet and right creaminess texture with fresh mango top it.

    Mini Dulce De Leche
    Mimi A.

    Cafe Madeline offers a delightful lunch menu, Sandwiches and Salads along with a selection of delicious cakes. Our office favorite is the caramel dulce de leche cake, cherished for its rich flavor and perfect balance of sweetness. Update: they now accept Apple Pay.

    Burrata Cheese Salad. Large portion
    David C.

    Delicious burrata salad. Frittatas And quiches of all sorts. Try the Japanese curry pot pie it brings a side salad. Endless small pastries and deserts and cakes.

    Strawberries and Cream cake- 1/4 sheet- beautiful cake
    Lynette K.

    This review is only for the cakes.. I have ordered them multiple times for our office and the cakes are wonderful and they do delivery! The cakes have just the right amount of sweetness.

    Chocolate truffle toffee cake

    Cute place with friendly staff. I tried the Matcha cruffin, Matcha dome and the chocolate toffee truffle cake. The matcha cruffin had a generous amount of matcha cream filling and the croissant was well baked with a flaky top. The matcha dome had a tiramisu texture which it tasted good but overall the dessert didnt really stand out. The chocolate toffee truffle cake was rich and had a nice toffee crunch to it. Looking forward to trying everything else on their menu

    Turkey, Avocado and White Cheddar Sandwich | IG: @nomwithelaine
    Elaine N.

    I decided to try another sandwich place since I'm still on the lookout for my favorite sandwich place! I went here on Tuesday for a late lunch at 2pm and there wasn't much of a wait. I ordered the Turkey Sandwich since I just wanted something quick and easy to eat. The Turkey Sandwich I got wasn't toasted, so I wish they toasted it for me since I feel like it would've tasted better. I did really like the bread roll it was in and how they put a lot of turkey in my sandwich though! I'd recommend this place! The sandwich was very tasty even though mine was cold and not toasted. This sandwich also has avocado which is something I don't find often in turkey sandwiches and they also have a small dining area.

    Buratta salad. Pricey, but worth it.

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    Michelle L.

    Thank you so much! We appreciate your business all of these years!

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    Had the grilled panini and it was so good! Staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Definitely coming back!!

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    Used to work at the FiDi location. The sandwiches and triple chocolate mouse still live rent free in my mind. It's been probably 20 years!

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    Loved it. Very cute place delicious drinks and bakery / breakfast options..................................

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Madeleine

    Hi do you make Fraisier cake?

    Hello - No I am sorry we don't. All of our cake offerings can be seen on our website at www.cafemadeleinesf.com - look under the online ordering tab and then "Cakes". It will show all flavors, sizes and prices.… 

    The online ordering portal shows a pickup time of 8AM on weekends, but the website says that the store is closed on weekends and also says that pickup hours are during business hours. If I pick the weekend pickup slot, will I get my cake?

    Since we are closed on the weekends, we offer pick-ups in the early mornings on weekends. There is a phone number on the door to call when you arrive and someone will bring it out to you. It is important to arrive at the scheduled time since we… 

    Do you make fresh whipped cream cakes ?And do you deliver to 8 Mint Plaza?

    Hello - If you look online at our online ordering section www.cafemadeleinesf.com, you can see the cakes we sell. Both the Lemon Raspberry and Strawberries and Cream are… 

    How come you don't have albacore tuna boxed lunch (with chips etc..) as an option for us pescaterians / vegetatians?

    Hello - we just tried those out during Covid so we just put a few to see if they sell. You can always request to sub the sandwich.

    Around what time is the best to try to get a whole cake?

    It's best to order in advance. Otherwise, stop by in the morning.

    Are there vegan options?

    Hello - yes we do have vegan options. Here are a few listed below from our lunch menu but we also have deli salads, soups, etc. that change daily in the cafes. You can also order menu items and just remove the cheese, etc.… 

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    Irving Subs - Giants sub ... Love it

    Irving Subs

    4.3(572 reviews)
    4.1 miInner Sunset
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    This is probably the only place where the sandwiches don't taste like the store's essence…read more I mean, don't get me wrong, a store's essence from any given deli/liquor store definitely adds unique character to the sandwich and sometimes I want that in a sandwich. But when you want a sandwich that only tastes like its ingredients, Irving Subs is the spot. Their Dutch crunch is famous for being fresh and actually crunchy. Their lettuce is shredded but fresh and crispy. The salt content is just enough to bring out the flavors. And the overall composition of their sandwiches are very well proportioned. You're not getting skimped, but you're also not biting into a mouthful of a packet of deli meat. They definitely know what they are doing. Service is good and ambiance is a small humble shop on the corner of 12th Ave.

    I went here on a Thursday around 5:54pm for a quick and early dinner to go and there was no wait!…read more I ordered the TABLT and a Potato Salad. I loved how the Potato Salad had thick cubes of potato in it, since that gave it a nice bite without it being too mushy. The TABLT sandwich was also really good too! The sandwich was thick and has lots of meat in it. For the sandwiches, they also let you choose what bread you want it on and I chose Dutch Crunch which went well with it. The sandwich was very filling too, so I ended up only eating half of it. I'd recommend this place! I like how stuffed they make their sandwiches, but I've only tried one sandwich from them so far so I'll need to try more later.

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    Irving Subs - The   Turkey Bacon  Avocado  Lettuce Tomato    Pure awesome

    The Turkey Bacon Avocado Lettuce Tomato Pure awesome

    Irving Subs - Turkey, avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomato on Gluten free bread. Yummy.

    Turkey, avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomato on Gluten free bread. Yummy.

    Irving Subs - Giant's Sub (left) 
 Fratellino (right)
 with Potato Salad
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    Giant's Sub (left) Fratellino (right) with Potato Salad Yum :)

    The Boys’ Deli - Sanfranpsycho Sandwich

    The Boys’ Deli

    4.5(529 reviews)
    1.4 miRussian Hill
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    Finally made it to The Boys' Deli after my buddy hyped it up for years. It's an unassuming market…read moreon Polk with a sandwich counter in the back that is absolutely popping off. Three people working a tight space with three toaster ovens, and everything comes toasted by default. Their DNA is from pizza making, and it shows. The menu has around 40 sandwiches, so I asked the guy behind the counter for his two favorites and started there. The Godfather: Genoa and pepper salami, oven gold turkey, provolone, and garlic spread on Dutch crunch. Great texture, warm from the toaster, and the garlic spread ties it together. A San Francisco classic done right. The San Franpsycho: it normally comes with honey turkey, but they had rotisserie chicken on the spit so I swapped it in. Gouda, bacon, pesto, garlic spread, and remoulade. The pesto comes through right away and the chicken tastes like real rotisserie. Fair warning: it is messy. It drips. Do not eat this in the car. I could not find a clean way to eat it and ended up taking half home to finish. In their defense, I went rogue with the chicken order so that might have messed up the flow. If you're a sandwich person in SF, put this on the list. I'll be back soon.

    We were in the area and wanted a quick bite! Our friend suggested The Boys' Deli for one of their…read moresandwiches. We ended up getting 2! Cozy neighborhood deli with friendly and fast service. ***OUR PICKS *** SANFRANPSYCHO ($17.99) Honey turkey, smoked gouda cheese, bacon, pesto, garlic spread and remoulade (spicy Mayo). Yummy with a little kick! If you want to have it even spicier, add the pickled jalapeños too! 5/5 ITALIAN SUB ($17.99) Salami, ham, mortadella, provolone, oil and vinegar. This is what an Italian sub should taste like! 5/5 Now, we had some tapas before grabbing the sandwiches, so we weren't entirely hungry. But these sandwiches were delicious and hit the spot! For not being hungry, the sandwiches were taken down without regret! Loved the crispy Dutch crunch bread that they used. Both sandwiches were very good and I can't say I liked one over the other. We would definitely come back again when the sandwich craving hits!

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    The Boys’ Deli - Sanfranpsycho Sandwich (No Bacon)

    Sanfranpsycho Sandwich (No Bacon)

    The Boys’ Deli - Sandwich with all fixings!

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    Sandwich with all fixings!

    Dolores Deluxe - Call Me Serg

    Dolores Deluxe

    4.6(103 reviews)
    2.6 miNoe Valley
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    Can't go wrong with double Ds…read more Because everyone on social media from BayAreaFoodie to EatMeSF to Gaystronomy puts their sandwich and cookie on their must-eat lists, the wife and I gave into FOMO. Fear of Mission Out. The sandwiches are in high demand. The line on a Saturday that went from the intersection, around the fridge section, to the cashier took about 15 minutes and the sandwich took another 15. Both sandwiches were filling and fresh. We got hot ones with toasted bread. The couch potato with crispy pancetta was good, but American cheesier than expected. The preferable lemon pepper chicken sandwich was bright, flavorful, and tangy, with more dimension. I don't know if it's my favorite sandwich, but certainly top five. I give them five stars, however, because everyone was unpretentious and super nice, the sandwich artist is a machine, they have unique items, and they only charge $1.25 for a can of soda. As for the fresh chocolate chip cookies, my wife liked them. I didn't understand the hype. They were fudgey and doughy, so I guess if you like eating cookie dough you'll love them. We bought enough to have one as an appetizer and one for dessert.

    Busy place! We had the Lebanese caprese, Lady Giana and Call Me Serge. We called ahead for a to go…read moreorder. We called about 20 min in advance and it took them 20 min to make the sandwiches. They are unable to change the time that they start assembling the sandwiches, they said, so they do all the sandwiches in order of the orders. That means really just call when you're 15-20 min from picking up your order ----- Food: - Caprese sandwich: Our friend who had it was very disappointed and she loves caprese sandwiches. Do not recommend. - Call Me Serge *** our favorite*** The call me serge was our favorite (Calabrian chili orange jam is a delight). - Lady Giana: also delicious!

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    Deluxe breakfast sando

    Dolores Deluxe - Ode to Barber (rotisserie chicken breast, homemade toum, lebanese pickles, crispy potatoes, parsley + sumac on acme green onion slab)

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    Ode to Barber (rotisserie chicken breast, homemade toum, lebanese pickles, crispy potatoes, parsley + sumac on acme green onion slab)

    Lucca Delicatessen - Meatball Sandwich

    Lucca Delicatessen

    4.1(933 reviews)
    2.3 miMarina/Cow Hollow
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    Stopped by Luca Delicatessen in San Francisco and this sandwich was SO good I literally forgot to…read moretake a picture before I started eating it I got the toasted caprese sandwich and added peppers , 10/10. Everything tasted super fresh, the bread was perfectly toasted, and adding the peppers gave it that extra kick it needed. Simple sandwich but seriously so good. Service was quick and friendly, and I loved the old-school Italian deli vibe inside. Definitely feels like one of those classic SF spots you stumble across and end up wanting to come back to. Safe to say the half-eaten picture speaks for itself . Definitely recommend!

    Where do I start when it comes to Luca Delicatessen? Let me begin by saying that when I arrived on…read morea Tuesday afternoon, the place was packed with customers. After having my tuna sandwich on wheat, I completely understood why. Everything tasted incredibly fresh. From the tuna to the tomatoes, pickles, and avocado, you could truly taste the quality of every ingredient. I'm getting hungry again just thinking about it! I'd also like to give a special thank you to the owner, Paul, who was incredibly gracious and accommodating during my visit. Great customer service always makes a meal even more enjoyable. If you appreciate fresh ingredients, outstanding flavor, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere, I highly recommend stopping by Luca Delicatessen whenever you're in the area. As an added bonus for my fellow wheelchair users , there is accessible seating available, making it easy to enjoy your meal comfortably. Thanks again, Paul and everyone at Luca Delicatessen!

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    Lucca Delicatessen - Cheese ravioli with ingredients from the store

    Cheese ravioli with ingredients from the store

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    Molinari Delicatessen

    Molinari Delicatessen

    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    0.9 miNorth Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill
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    Molinari is an iconic Italian delicatessen that absolutely anyone that comes to San Francisco must…read morevisit. There's a very good reason the lines are out the door. For starters, its atmosphere is very iconic. Meats hang from racks, the store is filled with unique Italian ingredients like pastas, pickled vegetables, wines, and candies. The staff are always happy, and seem like they love what they do. In terms of their food and selection, they are unmatched. They have some of the best cured salamis, prosciuttos, and other meats that I've seen. In terms of their sandwiches, what I've seen looks good, but I also haven't tried any myself, as I mainly come for the actual delicatessen.

    Came here with my date to get some good ol' deli sammis, and we were NOT disappointed. We showed up…read moretowards the closing end of the restaurant hours so we were unable to get the focaccia we originally planned on, but we were presented with amazing, fresh, options that all sounded wonderful. We settled on a nice rosemary roll that was large and fragrant, getting the Italian combo with fresh mozzarella, no mayonnaise was in stock so we were offered a basil pesto compound butter that was made in house, and it was phenomenal. Great selection of meats, even got an Italian Coke that tasted divine. The sandwhich portions and the freshness of ingredients will have me coming back for SURE. Solid price, around 30 bucks for a large sandwhich and a couple of drinks and candy's. The candy was delicious as well! You can't go wrong here. Great service as well.

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    Molinari Delicatessen - The entrance

    The entrance

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    Sandwich

    Molinari Delicatessen - Italian Deli

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