I've been in contact with Daniel at Mademoiselle Colette's corporate office for a couple of weeks now since my visit at the Palo Alto store visit in August. I finally had some free time this afternoon. I picked up the kouign amann, Paris Brest and the lemon tart from Barbara that were set aside for me. I couldn't wait to sink my teeth in the kouign amann and its laminated buttery layers with a hint of sweetness was perfect! You've made my day! It was airy and light. I'm waiting to share the other sweet treats with my parents later this evening. Thank you for surprising me with the lemon choice. Barbara - it was really wonderful to meet you! Service with a smile and happy to chat for a bit about Brazil! Muito obrigada! Daniel - you've been simply amazing! I can't thank you enough for being so gracious and kind. I actually like this store location over the Palo Alto store. Downtown Menlo Park is so very lucky to have you! I'll definitely come back here next time! read more

HEALTH CODE VIOLATIONS!!! I am writing this review to both warn other customers and so that management sees this. I was at the MP location earlier this week and saw not one but TWO health code violations committed by employees. First, one of the ladies was drinking out of an open cup at the front where the food and beverages are prepared. This is against the health code! 113977. (a) Except as specified in subdivision (b), an employee shall eat or drink only in designated areas where contamination of nonprepackaged food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; unwrapped single-use articles; or other items needing protection cannot result. (b) A food employee may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of the employee's hands, the container, nonprepackaged food, and food-contact surfaces. The employee (brown hair in a ponytail, wearing grey Adidas) was frequently drinking a pink drink from a clear open cup behind the counter where the pastries are! Also, I saw the male employee behind the counter sneeze and use his bare hand to cover his sneeze. He rubbed his nose and sniffed. I was watching him from my table to make sure that he washed his hands. He went over to the sink behind the cash register and I kid you not, he turned on the water and for literally ONE SECOND put his hands under it. He then wiped his hands together to dry them. HE DID NOT USE SOAP TO WASH HIS HANDS AFTER SNEEZING INTO THEM!!!! Article 4. Handwashing 113953.3. (a) (2) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed portions of arms. (5) After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco, eating, or drinking. He then went back to work grabbing customers' pastries. I'd really love for management to please have a word with staff/review training and protocols - please don't respond to this review with the canned "Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We have addressed this with our staff and we will take your comments into consideration." Please actually DO SOMETHING and ensure that all of your staff follow proper health code laws! Thank you!! :D read more

I think the service is declining, today the took forever to bring my order and the avocado toast wasn't made right it was kind of soggy and share my thoughts and the waiter said that it wasn't. I was wanting for so long that I decided to take it, my friends we're already eaten their food. I have been here so many times and it wasn't that busy to use that as an excuse. Just get better again. read more

I want to specifically praise Ricardo for his excellent customer service during my visit yesterday. While I wasn't entirely satisfied with the food quality (my salad was extremely salty and not as fresh as I'd hoped), Ricardo handled my concern with professionalism and care. When I mentioned the issues with my salad, Ricardo readily accepted it and offered to give me credit for it. He explained that the gift card machines weren't working at the time, but he personally committed to calling me as soon as they were available so I could receive my credit. I appreciated that he accepted the salad back even though I sensed he wasn't completely happy with my request -- he still treated me respectfully and genuinely tried to make things right. This is the kind of customer service that keeps me coming back. Ricardo represents what makes Mademoiselle Colette special, and I hope management recognizes his dedication to handling difficult situations with grace. Thank you, Ricardo, for going above and beyond! read more

I was excited to try this pastry place since I saw it in a couple "Bay Area Best" lists. And even though the appearance was very promising I found the pastries pretty mediocre compared to the same price ones in SF. The passion fruit tart appeared to be on a simple side, being just sweet and lacking juiciness/creaminess/crunchiness which you expect from a tart. The almond croissant was totally lacking the lamination; the texture was thick and doughy instead of airy and flaky. It was disappointingly bland (couldn't taste the almond filling at all) and far too heavy + overly sweet. The last thing that was really disappointing- the waiting time for the avocado sandwich. It was like 20+ minutes while the place wasn't even packed. I loved the interior, cute tea cups and workers being welcoming, but its definitely not enough to come here again read more

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One of my favorite daily spots - great coffee and tea and in a real cup!!! I always ask for an extra hot as I like to take my time to drink my coffee on a morning. The pastries are very inviting - I sometimes allow myself a treat. The almond croissant is one of my favorites. The avocado toast is delicious - sometimes the poached egg is a little too firm but I can deal with that. The chefs make some great brunch items. The eggs are always good. The freshly baked bread is a nice take home for lunch. The staff here are very friendly and helpful. I know their jobs are very busy and they work hard. It doesn't go unnoticed. I'd love it if they opened a location in San Carlos. The Redwood location isn't as convenient to get to and park. read more

The sweetest way to celebrate the holidays. Seasonal tarts and pastries by mademoiselle colette are everything we love about fall, buttery with the right amount of indulgent. Seasonal treats you need to try - Pecan Tart - My fav! Maple syrup whipped ganache, vanilla caramel & toasted pecans for the perfect nuttiness Apple Tart - layers of croissant dough, Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, vanilla & almond cream Pumpkin Tart - It's the perfect fall treat. I love the spiced pumpkin cream contrasted with the caramel in a decadent bite Pastries like Croissant & Kouign Amann - golden and flaky, made with 100% Isigny Butter imported from France. You can taste the quality and crisp, seriously any pastry is amazing. These treats taste like a little moment of joy, which are ideal for gifting, gatherings or your morning coffee ritual. read more

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Can't emphasize how much I love this spot--the food, the outdoor seating truly embracing the Cali sunshine and the downtown Menlo Park tranquil vibe! The pasties, desserts and light meals are all my go-tos! read more

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Have been wanting to visit this place for a while! Came on a weekend after lunch time and there was a small line out the door waiting to order. Got a kouign amann ($5.80) and a passion fruit exotic tart ($10.50) for to-go. They had many desserts and made me want to try all of them. You can't go wrong with their kouign amann and also I just really like it in general for the caramelized, crispy exterior and the buttery exterior. The passion fruit dessert was light, but has a sharp tangy flavor to it, so I could only eat like 1/4 at a time even though it wasn't big at all (maybe would've paired well with a black/green tea or smth). Would return to try their other food and their drinks! read more

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My 3 pals and I arrived at 2:30 on a Sunday and their kitchen just closed, no hot chocolate and only coffee or the bakery items in sight. I asked if they had lemon and honey for a hot tea and they said yes, but I only got sliced limes. The kouign amann, croissant and chocolate croissant were good. Iced tea wasn't strong enough and flat white was ok. I normally like coming by here when I'm in the area but it's good to know the kitchen closes early. I always like the option of hot food or heated pastries. read more

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Words can't describe how I like the atmosphere of this place. Every time I come here feels so good. The coffee and the variety of pastries are unbelievably perfect. Hands up to the tarts; exotic and entrement are my favorite. The venue has this very Parisian, cute and sophisticated space to drag you into one of the best customers service. The staff is wonderful and Ricardo is as amazing as his smile and warming way to have you assisted. Always so kind and so willing to help. In my opinion the best place to have descent great coffee, delicious food and outstanding pastries. read more

We are so fortunate to have Mme Colette here in Menlo Park. The pastries here are absolutely delightful, whether it's their lovely morning Viennoiserie or their decadent desserts, they're all winners. I'm classically trained in pastry techniques and I appreciate their attention to detail and balanced flavors and textures. Just superb. The shop itself is also light and attractive, and their outdoor dining options are super helpful. First rate experience here. Highly recommended! read more

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Never had a croissant this bad from a French bakery. This is what I would expect if I buy a big pack from Safeway or Costco... I took a bite & throw it away. It was buttery but no crunch, not flakey and the flavor wasn't even good. Service was good, the person getting our order was nice. read more

Mademoiselle Colette - Hazelnut Cake - sooo good Apple turnovers in the back - didn't care for it - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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Mademoiselle Colette in Menlo Park is my go-to café and I live in Palo Alto! I found it a few months ago thanks to my best friend, and now we're here 2-3 times a week. The pastries are always fresh and delicious (my favorite pastries are their apple turnover and their seasonal pumpkin travel cake) and , the coffee is top tier, but the staff truly make this place special. Ricardo's customer service is amazing. He's warm, kind, and always makes you feel welcomed. Victoria made the cutest initials on our coffees recently, and it genuinely made our day. Enrique and the rest of the team are also just as awesome. If you haven't been yet, this is your sign to treat yourself (or someone you love) to the best coffee and pastries in town. read more

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Coffee is amazing. Food is simply outstanding. Pastries and tarts are delicious. Venue is beautifully designed too, what they did to the back patio was such a wonderful idea. Staff is really friendly; love Ricardo, great customer service. You have to try it, best in Menlo. 10/10! read more

Cute spot in downtown Menlo Park with a nice selection of French pastries and traditional breakfast items. Order at the counter, take a number and try to find a seat. They'll (eventually) deliver to the table. For us, it took about 25 min. Tried a croque madame and french toast. Dishes were very well executed and optically pleasing. I thought the French toast portion was on the smaller side, so if you have a big appetite, you may not get filled up. But the dish was flavorful with fresh fruit, whipped cream and maple syrup (on the side). The madame definitely hit the spot and is reminiscent of ones I've tried in Paris. And, the side salad had a nice dressing that counter balanced the dish. read more

Mademoiselle Colette - French toast. Not bad!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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Came here specifically for their carrot bread which did not disappoint. Can I take home an entire loaf ;) read more

Mademoiselle Colette - Carrot Cake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I used to love Mademoiselle Colette and have been coming here for years. However, it's unfortunately gone downhill over the past few years. The almond croissants and goat cheese kouign amann used to be my favorite, but these days are a somewhat soggy reincarnation of their past selves. I find that they tend to return to their previous quality on busy days like Mother's Day (maybe the higher turnover helps or they're bringing in different people) but on a normal day it's not really worth going to anymore. read more

Mademoiselle Colette - Fig tartine with prosciutto and brie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Service: 1 out 5 - open at 8 but I saw my Togo was ready sit on the table but staff won't open the door 5 minutes early for me to get in to pay and picking up. Food: 2.5 out 5 - average Ambiance: 2.5 out 5 - nothing special Price: 0.5 out 5 - over priced Location: 3.5 out 5 Parking: 3 out 5 read more

I like that their croque madam comes with a salad on the side - balances out the flavor well! Line can get a bit long - seems quite popular. All of their pastries look quite nice. They have indoor and outdoor seating, but not all of the outdoor seats are shaded. Plenty of parking behind the restaurant. read more

Mademoiselle Colette - Croque Madame - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I've been going to Colette since they opened and adore their Viennoiserie. I've also ordered their Galette du Roi in the past--delicious! And their hot chocolate is fabulously thick! I brought a friend for lunch recently. We split a fantastic tomato croissant (super crisp shard flaky eclair-shaped laminated dough filled with tomatoes, cheese, and a tomato pesto). Then I enjoyed a delicious quiche and he had the ham sandwich (baguette). Being a Viennoiserie addict, I've never bothered to waste stomach space on a sandwich at Colette. I agree with my friend--the ham was sparse and not high quality. The ratio of baguette to filling was way too bready. Considering the exceptional quality of their pastries, it seemed a bit odd for Colette to use cheap ham and so little of it. Mediocre ham can be more easily masked in a croissant or croque monsieur, but not in a baguette sandwich. read more

Came here after my husband's haircut on a Saturday afternoon, and I think he had a much better experience than me. For reference, I'm a vegetarian with an egg allergy, so there was functionally only one item on the menu I could eat. Given my restrictions, my only option was the yogurt and granola bowl (so of course I was going to add berries), but I get the feeling that you could probably ask them to modify things if you're feeling up to it. They brought me the yogurt tub, so I was able to confirm it was gelatin-free, as well (the friendly lady at the counter didn't understand what gelatin was at first, so may be easiest to ask for ingredient lists if your restrictions are not super common or might not be recognizable to an ESL worker, though she seemed otherwise completely fluent). The granola was a nice nutty blend (with hazelnuts!) and had a touch of honey--not too sweet, but enough to sweeten things. The berry addition feels like a lot for the berries you get, but it goes very well with the yogurt and granola. Husband had Eggs Benedict and loved the egg and prosciutto, but was sad they came on a potato thing instead of an English muffin, as he's not a fan of potato (yeah, I don't get him either). He also got a cappuccino, and I got a cortado, and they were decent. I also got a loaf of olive bread to go, because I do love a rustic loaf and olive bread, and I must say that loaf has been fantastic! The location itself is very cute and chic, and the workers were very prompt and friendly, although it does get quite loud indoors (we haven't tried the outdoor seating yet). It's a long the main street, which is conveniently just a door or two away from our usual hair salon, and they appear to serve breakfast items all day (a huge plus for my breakfast-food-loving husband). Even though there's only one item I can for sure eat here, it's a reasonably nice option (not amazing, but good), and my husband likes the food. If you don't have dietary restrictions, perhaps you'll like it, too! And if nothing else, I will be back for more of the olive bread! read more

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I gave four stars, only because even though I had the address, I could not see the name of this fabulous French Cafe "Mademoiselle Colette" The name was not posted in the front or in the rear entrance. Located in the heart of Menlo Park surrounded by salons, restaurants, and shopping. Love that they have the outdoor seating in front and in the back. Sweet or Savory they certainly have something for your pallet. Our croissants were $7 each. Lots of what seemed to be locals hanging out with their laptops. Service was ok. Definitely Elite Yelp Squad approved! read more

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still excellent 10 years going strong.from a perfect loaf to a fancy pastry, never disappointed, now a twice aweek habit!!! yumm

Quick seating on a Friday morning. Ordered upfront at the counter before sitting down wherever. The salmon benedict was amazing. The egg was served on top of a crispy flattened croissant. The crab benedict wasn't too bad either. It had avocado bits mixed in and was creamy. Couldn't taste much crab though. read more

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Best brunch place across Menlo Park and Palo Alto! I love their pastries! Outdoors sitting is delightful, but the top prize goes to service -- everyone (especially Ricardo!) is extremely nice and makes you feel right at home! I come most weekends. read more

Very little gluten free. Please consider offering gf bread for toast or a gf granola with the yogurt. Also the matcha was disappointing. I think more matcha powder per drink would help. read more

Stick with the pastries... The two of us weren't very hungry so we split the crab Benedict and a passionfruit pavlova. The crab Benedict was more like a crab sandwich with the brioche bun. The egg was poached nicely, however the crab portion was more like a small spoonful of crab salad, and very fishy at that. The pavlova was good! Light, not too sweet, crunchy and passion-fruity! We went at 1pm on a Saturday and most of their pastries were sold out, so go early if you have your heart set on a specific one (their kouign amann is fantastic). Indoor and two small outdoor (in front by the sidewalk and back patio) dining areas. Dog friendly. read more

Mademoiselle Colette - Crab Benedict ($20.90) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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This has become our Saturday morning coffee place. Nice cozy spot with good coffee and breakfast pastries. They have a breakfast/lunch menu as well. Great people watching from the sidewalk tables too read more

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Top-notch food, top-notch service, wonderful way to start the day. Whenever my wife and I are in town, we'd love to take my mom to this place to have a reasonable sized meal, and a very beautiful part of Menlo Park. The drinks are hot and taste great and you have the option to sit inside or outside. This was our first time sitting outside and we enjoyed every moment of it. Thank you for always having a place for us to come to have a little quiet time. read more

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What a cute little spot on Santa Cruz Ave. delicious pastries and very friendly staff. The goat cheese kouign aman left me unimpressed but everything else was great. read more

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The food is quite tasty, but a little pricey, but true to french baking. A long line most of the time tells you how tasty it is

I really love this place. The food and desserts are absolutely delicious--this is definitely my favorite spot! The staff is always friendly and welcoming. Especially Susi--she truly goes above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. She's an outstanding employee All my stars go to Susi, the amazing flavors, and the managers Just a small piece of feedback: there's a new employee at the register who constantly chews gum while working. It's a bit distracting and not very professional. I'm sure other customers have noticed it too. A little attention to this detail would make everything just perfect read more

Beware of online order! They constantly send what they thought fit to replace those out-of-stock orders. Why cannot they just cancelled the order instead of sending what the customer doesn't actually want. The following images is one of examples( don't for forget check out classy messy style of their packaging): three Fruit Viennoiserie ordered and they send my Apple turnover and Raspberry Financiers. classy messy style of their packaging. read more

Mademoiselle Colette - What I ordered - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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This is my #1 Go-To pastry spot on the peninsula--they have arguably the best pastries in the area, but also serve excellent breakfasts/lunches similar to cafes you'll find in Paris. But it is the freshness and superbly high quality of the ingredients of their pastries that gives Mademoiselle Colette the top ranking for pastries on the peninsula, and arguably in the Bay Area or even the state. A very close second is Alexander's Patisserie in downtown Mt View--but they are slightly different. Plus the street-side or the back patio seating with marble tables and wicker chairs, areas with umbrellas offer a very "similar to European cafes" feel. read more

Mademoiselle Colette - Salmon Croissant Benedict was insanely delicious - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

The pastries are delicious and so is the coffee. It's overpriced to the point of gouging but that doesn't seem to matter to their customer base. I get weird attitudes from all the staff at this place. It's really hard to describe. Additionally, my cappuccino order always gets "lost" and I end up waiting for 15 minutes even when I'm the only customer. This is total speculation but maybe cause I don't look like everyone else in this area(?) Their behavior is so consistent towards me that's the only thing I can think of(?). Been going there for 2 years but won't be going back moving forward after this last experience. read more

Delicious desserts I think are very well balanced. Great spot to visit if you're tasked with bringing dessert to a nice sit down meal! read more

Mademoiselle Colette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

We live close to Mademoiselle Colette and often come here for the sandwiches and treats--they have so many to choose from. I'll start by saying this place is a bit on the expensive side, but the treats are really good. It's nice to indulge here and there, especially when you're not doing it every day. My wife and I usually go for the turkey sandwich, which comes on a baguette roll, and of course, the pastries. While the food isn't over the top, it's consistently enjoyable. If you're looking to try something new, I would recommend stopping by and experiencing it for yourself. The service here is what you'd expect from a pastry shop--they ask you what you want, and they get it for you. The ambiance is clean and inviting, giving off a Parisian feel with all the goodies on display. If you're in the area and in the mood for a treat, Mademoiselle Colette is definitely worth a visit. read more

Mademoiselle Colette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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Amazing pastries, delish coffee. Only cons are the cost and the wait on weekends. Can't really take a star away for either, because the pastries and bread are so amazing! read more

We came here on a Sunday around 10am, which also happened to be Mother's Day so it definitely was more crowded than usual. The line was out the door, but everybody was served quickly. You can order at the counter and they have seating both in the front outside, inside and outside in the back. They were BUSY since it was Mother's day and they were definitely overwhelmed. The water canister was empty and we had to ask for it to be refilled. Our buzzer rang for an incorrect coffee order and the employee was a little rude about it? As if it was our fault for not knowing that the latte sitting on the table was NOT ours. We had to flag down a server and ask for my dish after 15-20 minutes of waiting when my friend's dish had already come out. What we ordered: - Raspberry Tart (5/5) - the crust was super thick and crunchy which I love! combined with the fresh raspberries and creme it was just everything I wanted in a cute little tart - Passion Fruit Pavlova (6/5) - WOW the meringue was sweet, slightly crunchy and paired well with the creme and passion fruit jelly/sauce - Salmon Croissant Benedict (4/5) - exactly what you think it is, salmon on a croissant with a poached egg. There was a little bit of the hollandaise sauce on the inside! A solid dish and not something you see elsewhere. - Iced latte (3/5) - just a standard latte, honestly nothing special but it did it's job - Croque Monsieur (4/5) - it was LARGE, and the cheese was both inside and outside. While it was pretty good, I got tired of the flavors and the cheese by the end and couldn't finish Overall, I would come back for the pastries! The brunch was nothing too special for us and with the service I would just avoid sitting in. read more

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