Another trip to La Brioche. Never fails. Great place with superb food and welcoming ambience. Went with the crappies with berries and candied nuts with a sweet light creama. Perfection. One of my all time favorites. Friends had the sausage scramble with side salad. Both dishes were plentiful and presented nicely. Highly recommend without any reservations. Can't miss. Wonderful experience. read more

Quality food with one exception- they need a new pastry chef. The croissant was a crescent shaped piece of bread. No flaky interior, no crisp outer crust. A major faux pas at a restaurant that aspires to be French cuisine. read more

Cozy brunch spot that makes u wanna come back for tea and cookies! pesto scramble is a classic that feels easy enough to make at home but I enjoyed regardless. I do wish there were more savory options. the must get here is def the crepes!!!!! so delicious although can't say i'm a big sweet brunch kind of girl. Service was excellent, all the employees seemed like they genuinely were happy to be there read more

La Brioche True Food - Pesto "Green Eggs and Ham" Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Excellent upscale brunch, bakery and bread restaurant. They offer covered, very lovely outdoor seating during nice weather. All of our dining party loved our breakfast meals of omelettes and breakfast tacos. Our server was accommodating and great at her job. read more

La Brioche True Food - Spinach omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I have been going to La Brioche since they were located on the corner of Midvale and Tokay. My friends and I used to walk there after school to grab some treats. Now I'm lucky enough to work right behind their location on University, so I am able to pick up delicious goodies whenever I want! One positive to having a larger location is the addition of the cafe. The inside is incredibly beautiful - it reminds me of a Victorian sitting room. Be warned that they request phones be on silent and no laptops, so not the ideal place to come in and work. You won't want to though, because it makes the ambiance that much better! The food at La Brioche is incredible, and you really can't go wrong with anything. If I'm having breakfast, I prefer a quiche or a breakfast sandwich, and if I'm having lunch it's gotta be the grilled cheese and potato leek soup. Their coffee is amazing, and I also love an Italian soda in the summertime. read more

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This place has Midwest nice written all over it! Got the vanilla challah French toast with bananas and pecans based off Yelp, and it was a banger. It did not feel too sweet even though the entire dish is sweet. read more

La Brioche True Food - Vanilla Challah French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I've been here three times for brunch. This place has the coolest ambiance with various patterned stuffed chairs instead of hard chairs at the dining tables. The booths are cozy and they have lovely outdoor seating during warm months. They have a beautiful bakery case right even you walk in the door... so far everything I've purchased has been delectable. The food has been absolutely scrumptious every time I've been there and I've tried various menu items. The orange juice tastes freshly squeezed and both the coffee and latte are excellent. The service has been excellent as well! The only downside is that over time the place has been getting busier and you may have to wait. But that is a sign of an excellent restaurant. Absolutely love this place! read more

La Brioche True Food - Vanilla Challah French Toast Choice of Bananas with Caramelized Pecans with Crème Anglaise and house made sausage. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Ovens of Brittany, the precursor to La Brioche, is a fond memory. I know I'll never taste a Morning Bun that compares to those days again, but there are a few pastries here that compete pretty well. Delicious brownies. Maple Walnut Scones that deliver real maple flavor. Luscious eclairs. Service is a crap shoot. Some servers are focused on their customers. Others can certainly be seen moving all over the place but helping customers is far down their priority list. That was our first server. She never came back to our table after taking our beverage order. After waiting 15 minutes, we asked where she was. Someone promptly arrived & was a great help for the remainder of our stay. A comfortable place for a relaxing meal or treat. Just be prepared for service glitches. read more

Food here is amazing! Service is fast and friendly. Such a cute spot, especially the outdoor seating area! Would definitely come back!

For the quantity of food provided this place is way too overpriced. I had ordered a vegetarian quiche with salad + a side order of soup (separate) and I didn't get any salad at all. My husband ordered the spinach and cheese omelet and it was mediocre. Both items were $19 The server did substitute the soup in the price instead of the salad when I mentioned I didn't get my salad. So that was good. Ambiance was super loud but fun and did not bother us. read more

La Brioche True Food - Vegetarian Quiche $19 for a small piece of quiche and a side of soup - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

A very cozy little spot with live piano (at least on Sundays.) Expect to wait a bit for a table, but it goes by quickly. It took a while to get our food, but all of it was fresh and really good. Personally, I would opt for one of the more 'speciality' dishes like the crepes or chilaquiles. $15 for eggs and bacon was a little pricey. I had the croissant pudding as well, which was really tasty! read more

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Excellent mushroom soup and roast beef sandwich. The jasmine green tea was wonderful. Then there are the luscious baked goods. Very good service as well. A little noisy but all in all a very nice lunch. read more

Wonderful atmosphere, pleasant attentive service persons. The tomatoes bisque and crepes with fresh fruit are delicious. Several offerings are good enough. Outdoor patio the lovers in Madison. read more

Always quite tasty, especially their pastries. The breakfast brunch menu has some fun options and this is the go to place of some of my friends when they visit for the eggs benedict. Their bakery is by far my favorite though. The muffins and scones aren't too sweet and their vegan muffin has become a favorite even as a dairy lover. Really, I like that they use blueberries in it instead of raisins. Their eclairs and cream puffs are massive, and reasonably priced given the size. You can share them between 3 or 4 people and it's a great treat. The staff have always been friendly and the restaurant is know for its Feng Shui and calming atmosphere. My favorite thing is the elephant door handles in the bathroom. Overall, good place for breakfast, brunch, and some sweet treats. I haven't tried them for lunch, but it's on the list to get to. read more

I cannot believe I've lived in Madison for 10+ years and just recently ate at this GEM!!! The food here is amazing. The French toast is the best I have ever tasted. The garlic roasted potatoes are insanely good. The service is always top notch and very friendly. The restaurant itself gives an elevated cafe feel. I really enjoy coming here for brunch. It's an amazing spot. read more

La Brioche True Food - Vanilla Challah French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I don't usually write reviews, especially for bad service. I witnessed my friend being called out by the LB hostess, not once but twice today (and in front of other patrons) because she questioned being passed up by others. She was told by the hostess "she knew what she was doing" and even chased her back to her seat when she tried to reason with her later. I've been a LB customer since they were a bakery on Midvale Blvd. Over the years we've experienced issues with reservations & attitude (hostess & servers)....no more. It doesn't seem to get better. It's not worth the aggravation, even though the food is good. read more

There's a reason that brunch here would be my last meal on earth. That reason is called Vanilla Challah French Toast. Crème Anglaise, Choice of Caramelized Pecans, Bananas, or Berries. I get all of them. It is the reason that I'm dining at La Brioche True Food both Saturday and Sunday this weekend. Bringing a new person each day. This is my go to brunch spot in all of Madison. Over the past year I've brought a dozen different people to this place. I wish that I hadn't spent all those years driving by before trying it one year ago. I did try the crêpes a couple months ago when a new associate said she'd had them before, but I'm sticking with the challah toast because it's the best in the world. There's plenty of savory breakfast as well as ample lunch choices here too. If you like baked goods and fancy coffees with foam design this is also your spot. Remember that you need to keep your phone and electronic devices put away once you enter the doors. read more

La Brioche True Food - Vanilla Challah French Toast with berries, bananas, and pecans - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I randomly stopped in and was so thrilled I did! From the hostess who went above and beyond (making sure I was saved the last Cream Pull) to my server read more

wonderful service. Lettuce salad not particularly fresh. Sandwich was inedible. Greasy too much sauce made with iceberg lettuce that was hot and really gross. I won't be back. read more

This establishment is an unfortunate reincarnation of a formerly, great bakery. It's currently riding on the coattails of its former quality establishment, the Ovens of Brittany. I ordered a breakfast sandwich. The bread was toasted to a desert-like crunch, and the egg was fried over easy instead of the more common scrambled. So on the first bite, the yolk exploded all over Jessica's T-shirt and the front seat of the car. We decided not to try any of the baked goods because they looked factory made. And the service was also special. The person who took Jessica's order was unfortunately rude and when the order arrived, there were no utensils or napkins. There was a side salad, but no fork. For these reasons, we generously give one star. read more

La Brioche is a hidden gem in Madison!! From the moment you enter the restaurant you get an elegant vibe. Love the decor of this place and the beautiful cups they offer tea in. It was my first time trying this place and absolutely loved it. The food, service, and vibe is a 10/10!!! Do save room for desert because they have a great selection of baked sweet treats. Highly recommend coming here for breakfast or lunch . This is a great brunch spot offering excellent food. Do make reservations or be prepared to wait because they are always busy. read more

La Brioche True Food - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

The location is very nice. We enjoyed having breakfast on the outdoor patio with fountains and beautiful landscaping. The waiter took quite a long time to stop by so when he did we ordered right away. The wait for our food was about average. I ordered the croissant egg sandwich with salad as a side. Husband ordered eggs Benedict. The croissant egg sandwich was dry so didn't eat all of it. The salad was very good. The Benedict was good. Next time we will try lunch. read more

Sorry to say that I won't be returning to La Brioche. I've been in Madison liong enough to have enjoyed many meals at Ovens of Brittany which ultimately begat La Brioche. The Midvale location was a steamy (from all the baking) hole in the wall that had a few tables and endless coffee. The cafe added in the move to University Ave. is indeed lovely, and the outdoor seating is really nice in the summer, but the menu is uninspired and overpriced and service is hit-or-miss. It's not worth the wait, if you're wondering. Recently I stopped in to order a half-sheet cake. Pick-up was arranged for 2pm two days later. I called to reschedule that time to 10am, and was assured the cake would be ready. The morning of the pickup the parking lot and sidewalk were glare ice and I realized I would have real trouble loading the cake into my car. No matter - it wasn't ready anyway! I picked up a scone to go and said I would be back the next morning. The scone, I discovered halfway to my destination, was hard as a rock. So.. the cake: picked it up the next day and managed to get it into the car since no one offered assistance with the heavy cake and ungainly box. Later, we opened the box (should have done this at the store - my bad) to find very sloppy writing and misspelling of the word "young" ("youny"???) which we managed to correct with some creative use of a fork. A child could have done it better. I will say that it was delicious - everyone remarked on it - but the lack of care in the decoration, the cost and time hassle really soured me. Someone else said it best: "an unfortunate reincarnation of a formerly great bakery." read more

5 stars with a caveat: it's a little expensive. That said, I really like this place! Their bakery is awesome. They make the best mocha I've ever had. Food is fresh. Salads are tasty and available with protein to add. I can't stress enough how nice it is to have healthier options alongside expected brunch favorites. Lastly, La Brioche has old world charm - rich fabric upholsters the chairs, bright damask wallpaper colors the back wall, and the women's bathroom has a unique elephant (if I recall correctly) door handle - unexpected touches in our city of beef, fried cheese, and Badger-mania. From host to barista to server, all staff have always been upbeat and welcoming. This is a go-to spot for me on the near Westside. read more

3 1/2 stars The goods: the food is really delicious. Lots of options. Nice amount of outdoor seating. Right on the bike path. Very clean. The not-so-goods: the clientele is all white and older. I would feel uncomfortable bringing my children here. The instructions everywhere for customers to not use phones or computers anywhere in the restaurant struck me as annoying and pretentious. The ambiance is very swanky (not our style but may be yours). read more

La Brioche True Food - Spinach and Chèvre Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Their food is 100% organic. Their water is RO-filtered. Wonderful place. Can't believe its rating is so low on Yelp. Their service isn't as good as some other places in town but definitely not terrible. read more

I have been eating at La Brioche for years and the food is always great and the service is always terrible...

This was our first time trying this place and I don't know why we waited this long. The service was fast and courteous and the food was amazing. I was very impressed with the crepe. I ordered the fresh berry with pecan. The white sauce was extremely creamy and lightly sweetened. I enjoyed every bite. My hubby got the French toast which also had the same white sauce on it. I would definitely go back and try what else they have to offer. They also have an assortment of baked goods. We bought a freshly baked bread and it was really good as well!!! read more

La Brioche True Food - Crepes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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La Brioche is a decent breakfast and brunch restaurant, but not good enough to become a regular spot for me. I came on Saturday morning, and it was quite busy! After a short wait, we got a seat! The restaurant is exquisitely decorated with a hodgepodge of vintage chairs and deep colorful wallpapers. I sat right by a piano where a man played peaceful tunes. It was my favorite part of the place! The food was okay, but I had been expecting a lot better. I ordered a meat skillet with potatoes and peppers. The potatoes were chopped and minimally seasoned. The meat looked like a sausage patty that had simply been diced and mixed with the potatoes and peppers. The dish arrived on a plate rather than in a skillet. The dish lacked cohesion and tasted like they just threw together random breakfast ingredients. It was served with a salad, which was good but seemed like filler for the The service was slow, which makes sense since the place was very busy. The waitress, however, didn't seem to know the menu hardly at all. After we finished, it took a long time to get our check. read more

La Brioche True Food - Piano player - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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This is a must-visit every time I go to Madison. I love the salads (e.g. the cherry walnut salad and the berry salad) and the sweets, although my options here are somewhat more limited now that I'm vegan. Their bakery shelves offer a wealth of tempting desserts. And if you can have an omelette, theirs are excellent. The ambience in this place is also extremely soothing. For a brief window, you can feel like you are just hitting the pause button and stepping outside of the bustle of daily life. They maintain that atmosphere despite the fact that the seating is often full to near-capacity -- and understandably so. read more

Biscuit and gravy is so flavorful and tasty, Fustini oil creates vibrant palate. Benny is great, too. Quiet and comfy, foods are finely tuned. read more

La Brioche offers a casual elegance more like a ln old school European cafe. The prices are a bit high relative to quantity but the ambiance and quality of food makes it worth the cost. I love stopping there after appointments at UW Medical and making a day of it. read more

La Brioche is just fantastic. A nice, cozy atmosphere with great food. Like, GREAT food. The baked goods are practically unrivaled and the brunch is delicious. We shared the Vanilla Challah French Toast and the Breakfast Tacos and both were just right. I also had a Miel (espresso with honey, steamed milk and cinnamon); also just perfect. I'll be back as soon as I can. read more

La Brioche True Food - Miel (espresso, honey, steamed milk, cinnamon, perfection) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

This is how croissants SHOULD taste. La Brioche True Food is an elegant restaurant/cafe located in the village of Shorewood Hills bordering Madison. The decor and setting aim for a more old school Americana / Old World Europe. It's quaint and well thought out. From the lighting fixtures to the painting, to even the pots that the teas are served in, no detail is overlooked. Price is about $$. Affordable for the quality given. I had a croissant sandwich with a cup of coffee. The coffee was a bit too burnt for my taste, but that's ok. My friend had the Vanilla Challah French Toast with Earl Grey lavender tea. Everything (besides the coffee) was absolutely amazing. Service was a bit slower than I'd prefer. Yet, it was during the middle of the breakfast/lunch rush so it's forgivable. My understanding is that this place does get busy quite often so make sure to plan around that if needed. Ended up having to take a couple of extra pastries home. It was that good. 5/5. Now I have another place to add to my list of favorites in Madison, WI. read more

La Brioche True Food - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

This local spot close to my work is a great quiet place to meet up with a friend or to read a book while enjoying a bite to eat. The staff are very nice and my server on this occasion is one of my favorites. She is so thoughtful and lovely. Everyone was wearing the appropriate PPE and there was well marked directions on the floor for waiting for counter service. Well done! My mother and I were looking for a breakfast after running errands during Christmas Week. We were on the near westside and I thought about La Brioche True Foods. We arrived prior to lunch so there was many places to choose from to sit. My mother ordered their brewed coffee and I ordered Earl Grey tea. My hot water came in a beautiful china pot. All their pots, tea cups, and coffee cups are beautiful pieces. I ordered my favorite: Eggs Benedict. The dish besides the usual ham, poached egg, and sauce also has asparagus all served on a croissant. served with a side salad with balsamic salad dressing. It is just a great breakfast. If you are not for a salad in the morning, you may upgrade to potatoes or fruit for an addition charge. Mother ordered the Spinach Omelet. It is a large size and very filling. As we were wrapping up our meal, we ordered some Morning Buns for Christmas Eve morning. These flaky sweet cinnamon pastries are so much better than "regular" cinnamon rolls. It's the best part of a croissant circling itself in cinnamon sugar sweetness. So great and worth a visit to get. read more

I went there this morning to celebrate a birthday. Our party arrived at 10:45 and were told that breakfast menu ended at 11am. We commented, it's not 11 yet. We were handed lunch menus and decided to stay. There were some omelettes on the menu and decided to stay. We were seated immediately but due to an apparent lack of servers we waited for 20 minutes for a server to arrive. Once we ordered I had a spinach, garlic and tomato omelette with some cubed potatoes and a small French baguette and orange juice. Nothing spectacular. 12 dollars for omelette and 3 dollars extra for potatoes. Including my orange juice, my bill was over twenty dollars. We waited an extra 1/2 hour for the server to return. Our table had been cleared and despite requests of other staff who were unresponsive we still waited. Our server finally came back with the bill placing it on the table. We immediately paid and left. Not real friendly establishment and I will search for another breakfast spot to meet friends. I think this restaurant is under staffed for the level of business. But being friendly and responsive is an expectation that I feel is not unreasonable. FYI. Parking is a challenge as well. Very busy strip mall. I went there this morning to celebrate a birthday. Our party arrived at 10:45 and were told that breakfast menu ended at 11am. We commented, it's not 11 yet. We were handed lunch menus and decided to stay. There were some omelettes on the menu and decided to stay. We were seated immediately but due to an apparent lack of servers we waited for 20 minutes for a server to arrive. Once we ordered I had a spinach, garlic and tomato omelette with some cubed potatoes and a small French baguette and orange juice. Nothing spectacular. 12 dollars for omelette and 3 dollars extra for potatoes. Including my orange juice, my bill was over twenty dollars. We waited an extra 1/2 hour for the server to return. Our table had been cleared and despite requests of other staff who were unresponsive we still waited. Our server finally came back with the bill placing it on the table. We immediately paid and left. Not real friendly establishment and I will search for another breakfast spot to meet friends. I think this restaurant is under staffed for the level of business. But being friendly and responsive is an expectation that I feel is not unreasonable. FYI. Parking is a challenge as well. Very busy strip mall. read more

We had the spinach and chevé omelet, the ham and asparagus omelet, coffee, dirty Chai, and a morning bun. It was ALL SO GOOD!!! Can't believe we've lived here our whole lives and not stopped here for a meal. We will absolutely be back! read more

La Brioche True Food - Dirty Chai Latte, ABSOLUTELY delicious and perfectly made! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Having dropped off my son at school during Covid, we found ourselves looking for a restaurant outside of the University area. This restaurant was very busy so we decided to stop. The food was very good with a varied selection from salads, paella, chicken Marsala. My husband ordered the chicken paella and I ordered the salmon salad. Everything was good. The outdoor seating was so quaint because the tables were clearly marked clean and was separated by curtains. The best a Covid dining I have seen. read more

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Always our favorite breakfast place. The staff is friendly and professional. The food is delicious and of the highest quality. A true Madison treasure. We feel pampered by the cozy and delightful ambiance read more

Delightfully comfortable dining room with comfy, plush mismatched chairs invites you to linger over brunch. Good, strong coffee only serves to reinforce that. I was happy that the kitchen could add chorizo to the Chilaquiles-they were very spicy, with perfectly fried eggs, but a bit too soupy for me. My dining companion raved about the spinach and goat cheese omelette. read more