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Cafe Madison

Cafe Madison

Breakfast Spot and Café$$$$
Pine Hills, Albany
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8.7/10
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    Takea
    "Raspberry oatmeal pancakes are heaven 😋"(5 Tips)
    Stephanie M.
    "Champagne dream is a dream!"(2 Tips)
    Anna P.
    "Omg. Italian eggs Benedict is beyond perfect"(3 Tips)
    Rami M.
    "Any place with French toast made from doughnuts is A+++++"(4 Tips)
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  • William H.heart icon on user image
    William HubaDecember 31, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Long waits are worth it for this New American brunch mecca. The raspberry oatmeal pancakes must be tried at least once before you can claim to have led a good life.
  • Cryssi L.heart icon on user image
    Cryssi LynnJune 22, 2014
    Odd thing to compliment but the toast was amazing! Fluffy yummy eggs, raspberry oatmeal pancakes was delish, enjoyed the champagne dream & decent coffee. I'll be back! :)
  • Jumanah Y.heart icon on user image
    Jumanah YJune 18, 2017
    Authentic typical American breakfast 👌 Super friendly staff and really helpful, managed to provide with an order not on the menu
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KFebruary 17, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Great pancakes. Real maple syrup available.Omelet was very good. Toast was really high quality bread. Will be back next Albany trip.
  • Chris H.
    Chris HarroldOctober 27, 2013
    The corned beef hash is amazing...add poached eggs and get the cheese sauce on the side...awesome in every way!
  • Steph M.heart icon on user image
    Steph MassoudMay 15, 2016
    Amazing brunch. Everything was good. You can't go wrong here.
  • Rami M.heart icon on user image
    Rami MassoudMarch 10, 2017
    Really great for brunch. Any place with French toast made from doughnuts is A+++++
  • Phil Z.heart icon on user image
    Phil ZarateMarch 1, 2015
    The omelettes are excellent and the portion sizes are generous. Avoid the corned beef hash,which tasted like it came right out of a can. Otherwise, prepare for a nap after your meal.
  • Max S.
    Max SutfinMarch 24, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Lemon Poppyseed Crepes - My only complaint, the crepes themselves were a little greasy... The lemon poppyseed Marscapone filling was delicious!
  • Max S.
    Max SutfinMarch 24, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Andouille Benedict - I don't eat eggs Benedict but I stole the andouille sausage off I my girlfriend's plate and it was awesome!
  • Soyeon K.
    Soyeon KimSeptember 30, 2011
    I love love love their egg benedict!!! the environment is very nice and friendly and their pancakes are really good too!
  • Elisa
    ElisaOctober 14, 2012
    Super long wait on a Saturday. Oatmeal raspberry pancakes just ok- very heavy. But the bread is delicious. So are the drinks- try the "Ma's Apple Pie!"
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KJanuary 27, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Chorizo, eggs & homefries....whole wheat toast great also
  • Arthur F.heart icon on user image
    Arthur FudgeApril 4, 2015
    I love their specials. Always creative and delicious.
  • Ethan S.
    Ethan SuibJanuary 10, 2016
    Come early or be prepared to wait on the weekends.
  • Samara S.heart icon on user image
    Samara S.January 18, 2015
    Everything on the breakfast is amazing
  • Jason A.heart icon on user image
    Jason AlvarezNovember 23, 2012
    Portions are very big, so plan accordingly. French toast was a bit dry. Service was good.
  • Mike E.heart icon on user image
    Mike EadieFebruary 15, 2013
    You might get made fun of, but the cherry mimosas are fantastic!
  • Vanessa L.
    Vanessa LaClairMay 6, 2010
    Love their breakfast - but go early on the weekends. Gets crowded quick. They open at 7:30 AM if you are up for it. Read more
  • Hannah L.
    Hannah LobdellAugust 23, 2013
    Great French toast and fried oatmeal!! Try it!!
  • Stephanie M.
    Stephanie MontgomeryMarch 30, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Champagne dream is a dream!
  • Jerryheart icon on user image
    JerryAugust 27, 2014
    They make their own bread enough said.
  • Takea
    TakeaJune 11, 2013
    Raspberry oatmeal pancakes are heaven 😋
  • Carrie R.
    Carrie R.November 4, 2012
    Ask about the California omelette if you like avocados.
  • Christopher H.
    Try the Raspberry Oatmeal Pancakes. They're delicious!
  • Reuben G.heart icon on user image
    Reuben GottliebNovember 30, 2014
    Raspberry oatmeal pancakes … need I say more?
  • Miguel M.heart icon on user image
    Miguel MolinaMarch 12, 2014
    Corn beef hash is great
  • Pauleneheart icon on user image
    PauleneSeptember 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Brunch is always amazing!
  • Sevim K.heart icon on user image
    Sevim KorkmazMarch 5, 2015
    Great great great place for breakfast :)
  • Mary M.heart icon on user image
    Mary MApril 13, 2015
    Amazing French toast and mimosas
  • Jaclyn K.
    Jaclyn KickFebruary 20, 2012
    Delicious Tuscan Fratata and Irish Soda Bread :)
  • Robert B.
    Robert BradfordJuly 26, 2013
    Nothing gluten free here...the tofu scramble is your only breakfast option if you are GF/vegan
  • Matt G.
    Matt GuadsApril 3, 2013
    Go mid-week mornings. Barely a wait and only good cafe in town that's open at 9am I swear.
  • Carolinaheart icon on user image
    CarolinaJune 19, 2012
    Super breakfast!! Is the best!!!
  • Blake H.
    Blake H.May 20, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the St. Germain cocktail.
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    christina lynn agathaFebruary 1, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Perfect brunch.
  • Anna P.
    Anna PlumeyOctober 11, 2010
    Omg. Italian eggs Benedict is beyond perfect
  • Max S.
    Max SutfinOctober 20, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the pumpkin spice latte
  • Zack N.
    Zack NewlunOctober 29, 2011
    KILLER pumpkin pie crepes!
  • Vincent D.
    Vincent D'AmatoAugust 18, 2010
    Cajun Chicken wrap was excellent.
  • Zack B.
    Zack ButlerJanuary 26, 2013
    Food sucks don't waste your time
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