la Madeleine is a highly rated French restaurant in Alexandria, VA, serving rustic country fare, fresh-baked baguettes, espresso, and classic café favorites. Located at 5876 Kingstowne Towne Ctr #100, Alexandria, VA 22315, this casual and cozy dining spot is known for fast service, great coffee, delicious desserts, and a strong selection of tea.
Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, la Madeleine offers dine-in, outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, kerbside pickup, and on-site services for added convenience. Guests can enjoy comfort food, healthy options, vegetarian choices, wine, alcohol, and quick bites in a quiet, trendy setting with fireplace seating and Wi-Fi.
Accessible features include wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms. Reservations are accepted, and payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
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Our Story
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.
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Food & Drinks
We took the internet's favorite hack off your cutting board and onto our menu. A golden croissant filled with chicken Caesar salade, the way it was meant to be made.
Golden puff pastry filled with rich pastry cream, topped with fresh strawberries. A bright, sweet bite all season long.
The Frenchiest of French toasts. A croissant, French toast–ified, layered with crème anglaise and decadent mascarpone, then topped with blackberry jam, fresh berries, and an almond crumble — sweet and indulgent.
A French twist on a classic. Two slices of golden French toast, stacked with a layer of rich crème brûlée piped in between, then finished with a whipped topping. Caramelized, indulgent, and unmistakably French — served with warm maple syrup on the side.
A nostalgic ham and cheese, taken up a notch. Hand-carved ham and four melted cheeses between two slices of fluffy bread, finished with a drizzle of hot honey for a touch of heat.
A taste of the French Riviera. Toasted bread is stacked with hand-carved turkey, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, mayo, and avocado - perfectly suited for a leisurely café lunch.
A decadent marriage of croissant and sticky bun, our kouign amann features buttery, deeply caramelized layers with a crackly sugar crust that gives way to a tender, flaky, melt-in-your-mouth centre.
Frosting color varies by location and by season.
The Frenchiest of French toasts. A croissant, French toast–ified, layered with crème anglaise and decadent mascarpone, then topped with blackberry jam, fresh berries, and an almond crumble — sweet and indulgent.
A French twist on a classic. Two slices of golden French toast, stacked with a layer of rich crème brûlée piped in between, then finished with a whipped topping. Caramelized, indulgent, and unmistakably French — served with warm maple syrup on the side.
Introducing our new, heartier and thicker French Toast — made with thick-cut slices for perfectly crisp edges, topped with a hint of powdered sugar and served warm with our hot maple syrup, real butter and a side of French comfort. It’s 50% thicker and twice the flavor. Choose from our Classic Maple or Fresh Berry Trio
Our new, heartier and thicker French Toast made with soft, golden brioche bread, topped with a hint of powdered sugar. Served warm with our hot maple syrup and a side of French comfort. Get two slices of classic French Toast, two eggs and choice of bacon or sausage.
Thick-cut bacon, candied and peppered in-house served with an over-medium egg, tomatoes, microgreens and French aioli on a brioche bread. Served with Fresh Fruit Salade or Potato Galette.
Scrambled eggs and choice of ham, sausage, turkey or bacon with cheddar. Served on your choice of bread, with Fresh Fruit Salade or Potato Galette.
Toasted country bread topped with fresh avocado, feta cheese, Roma tomatoes, micro-greens and a balsamic drizzle.
Four slices of thick-cut bacon, candied and peppered in-house.
Two eggs cooked-to-order, bacon or sausage, and freshly-baked butter croissant.
Two eggs cooked-to-order with a Potato Galette, bacon or sausage and a freshly-baked butter croissant.
Make it yours with any 3 fresh ingredients. Served with a freshly-baked butter croissant.
Make it yours with any 3 fresh ingredients. Made with egg whites and served with a freshly-baked butter croissant.
Yogurt with fresh strawberries, blueberries and granola with nuts.
Fresh melons, grapes and pineapple cut fresh daily.
We took the internet's favorite hack off your cutting board and onto our menu. A golden croissant filled with chicken Caesar salade, the way it was meant to be made.
A nostalgic ham and cheese, taken up a notch. Hand-carved ham and four melted cheeses between two slices of fluffy bread, finished with a drizzle of hot honey for a touch of heat.
A taste of the French Riviera. Toasted bread is stacked with hand-carved turkey, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, mayo, and avocado - perfectly suited for a leisurely café lunch.
Tender prime rib, sautéed onions and provolone cheese served on panini bread with French aioli.
Thick-cut bacon served with tomatoes, green leaf lettuce and French aioli on toasted brioche. Only available as a whole sandwich.
Fresh mozzarella, Roma tomatoes, mayonnaise, pesto, green leaf lettuce and balsamic glaze baked on a baguettine.
Your choice of ham or turkey and cheddar, Swiss or provolone with tomato, green leaf lettuce and mayonnaise on a French baguette. Available as half or whole. Served cold or toasted. Served with your choice of one signature side.
Cheddar, Provolone, Swiss and Parmesan melted between two slices of butter-toasted country bread. Pairs perfectly with a cup of our Famous Tomato Basil soupe!
Shaved, balsamic-marinated chicken, crispy bacon and cheddar with mayonnaise baked on a baguettine served with your choice of one signature side.
Chicken Salade served cold with crisp lettuce and tomatoes on a freshly-baked, flaky butter croissant served with your choice of one signature side.
Shaved, balsamic-marinated chicken and our famous Caesar Salad with Swiss and mayonnaise baked on a baguettine served with your choice of one signature side.
Smoked ham & Swiss with garlic cream sauce baked on country bread. Topped with a fried egg. Served with your choice of one signature side.
Savory sliced smoked ham and Swiss topped with garlic cream sauce baked on country bread. Served with your choice of one signature side.
A sandwich made with turkey, crisp bacon and provolone with sun-dried tomato pesto mayo baked on a baguettine served with your choice of one signature side.
Your choice of any three soupes and salades.
Crisp romaine, house-made croutons, fresh shaved Parmesan and our original Caesar dressing.
Spinach salad topped with strawberries, bacon, feta and pecans. Tossed in French vinaigrette!
Sweet dried cranberries, toasted pecans and field greens tossed in balsamic vinaigrette.
Crisp romaine, house-made croutons, fresh shaved Parmesan and our original Caesar dressing.
Spring mix salade tossed in French vinaigrette.
Penne pasta with sun-dried tomato pesto, fresh basil, green onions, tomatoes and Parmesan.
Our signature balsamic chicken mixed with celery, mayonnaise and bread crumbs.
A legendary la Madeleine treat! Fresh strawberries with a sweet brandy sour cream sauce. *Contains alcohol.
Sweet brandy sour cream sauce. Contains alcohol.
A savory soupe made with lentils, fresh vegetables and a unique blend of spices and herbs.
Our signature soupe – a hearty cream based vegetarian (not vegan) soupe made with juicy, vine ripened tomatoes, fresh cream, and fresh basil.
Our creamy potato soupe accented with leeks and onions. Garnished with cheddar cheese and chopped bacon.
Our beef broth based soupe filled with tender onions and flavorful spices. Garnished with Swiss cheese and croutons.
Our creamy vegetarian soupe bursting with flavorful pieces of wild mushrooms and special seasonings.
Scrambled eggs and Swiss cheese. Topped with mushroom sauce.
Balsamic-marinated chicken, rice Provencal, broccoli and Swiss cheese topped with mushroom sauce.
Strawberries and cream topped with Nutella®, chocolate drops and whipped cream.
Balsamic chicken, creamy mushroom sauce, seasoned wild rice, steamed broccoli.
Four-cheese sauce over penne, chicken and diced ham. Includes a croissant.
Four-cheese sauce over penne. Includes a croissant.
Penne pasta with basil pesto cream sauce sautéed with fresh-diced tomatoes, balsamic-marinated chicken or roasted shrimp. Includes a croissant.
Choose a hot item, a cup of soupe and a petite salade.
Egg with spinach in Swiss custard, house-baked in a buttery pie crust.
Egg with ham, bacon, and onion in Swiss custard, house-baked in a buttery pie crust.
Tender chicken, mushroom, onion and Swiss filling in a flaky puff pastry shell topped with our creamy wild mushroom sauce.
Golden puff pastry filled with rich pastry cream, topped with fresh strawberries. A bright, sweet bite all season long.
A decadent marriage of croissant and sticky bun, our kouign amann features buttery, deeply caramelized layers with a crackly sugar crust that gives way to a tender, flaky, melt-in-your-mouth centre.
A rich, creamy cheesecake baked in a buttery graham cracker crust and served with whipped topping.
Light and airy sponge cake layered with espresso-flavored mascarpone mousse, whipped cream and cocoa.
Frosting color varies by location and by season.
Heart-shaped shortbread cookies sandwiched with raspberry jam and sprinkled with crystal sugar. **For orders of 5 or more three-packs or nine-packs please contact the cafe directly for availability**
A sweet apple filling, folded into a flaky puff pastry shell and topped with a sugar glaze.
A large, Flaky butter croissant dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with crushed freeze-dried strawberries, or dark chocolate with roasted pistachio pieces.
A light, buttery madeleine dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled crushed freeze-dried strawberries, or dark chocolate with roasted pistachio pieces.
A delicate mille-feuille made with light, flaky pastry stacked between layers of rich cream and topped with vanilla and chocolate icing.
An elegant crème brûlée with the delicate flavors of vanilla bean, topped with a caramelized shell, whipped cream, and a strawberry.
Classic french vanilla custard finished with a crisp caramel, sugar crust.
A meringue-based sandwich cookie with a delicate crunch. Your choice of a 6 pack or individual flavors including Vanilla, Lemon, Chocolate, Blackberry, Pistachio or Raspberry.
Your choice of 6 freshly-baked bakery items
Your choice of 13 freshly-baked bakery items. Availability may vary.
Butter croissant filled with rich almond cream and topped with sliced almonds.
Flaky dough layered with rich, creamy butter. **For orders of 5 or more six-packs please contact the cafe directly for availability**
Flaky dough filled with a luscious dark Belgian chocolate. **For orders of 5 or more six-packs please contact the cafe directly for availability**
Belgian chocolate croissant filled with rich almond cream, topped with sliced almonds and donut sugar.
A light, airy pastry filled with cream and topped with decadent chocolate icing.
Nutella®-filled croissant baked in muffin pan & finished with pearl sugar.
Muffin batter studded with blueberries and topped with a crusty streusel.
Bran muffin batter mixed with raisins.
Flaky croissant filled with dark cherries & greek yogurt, topped with powdered sugar.
Sliced ham and Swiss baked into flaky croissant dough. Perfect for breakfast on the go.
Our moist white cake soaked in coconut syrup, layered with coconut custard and sweet toasted coconut, finished with a coconut topping.
Our Sacher Torte with three chocolate cake layers soaked with vanilla syrup and filled with a thin layer of raspberry jam finished with chocolate mousse topping. Enrobed in rich chocolate ganache and topped with our traditional Sacher candy emblems.
Chocolate ganache, chocolate cream and Sacher Torte are layered to create this mini parfait.
Sweet vanilla cream is layered with mandarin oranges, strawberries and blueberries to create this tasty mini parfait.
Your choice of 6 of any of our mini tartes or parfaits.
Cookie dough studded with semisweet chocolate chunks.
Hearty oatmeal dough studded with raisins and pecans.
A fudge brownie topped with powdered sugar.
This traditional French favorite is made artisan-style with no preservatives or additives.
Sourdough or Seven Grain
Flaky vanilla pastry shell filled with smooth vanilla pastry cream and topped with seasonal fresh fruit and an apricot glaze.
A delicate mille-feuille made with light, flaky pastry stacked between layers of rich cream and topped with vanilla and chocolate icing. Serves 6
Chicken la Madeleine, Caesar Salade, your choice of two sides & a fresh baguette.
Chicken Pesto Pasta, our Classic Caesar Salade, and a baguette.
A tasty menu of items for their special day: two homemade quiche, a strawberry bacon spinach salade, a gallon of iced tea and four lemon tarts.
Homemade Quiche, Fresh Fruit Salade & Fresh-baked Goods
Chicken Salade, Butter Croissants, Fresh Fruit Salade, Tomato Basil Pesto Pasta Salade & 4 Chocolate Chunk Cookies.
Traditional or Mango Breeze
Served with your choice of Kids beverage. 10 and younger, s’il vous plaît.
Served with your choice of Kids beverage and a butter croissant. 10 and younger, s’il vous plaît.
White Cheddar and parmesan sauce over penne. Served with your choice of Kids beverage and a mini chocolate chip cookie. 10 and younger, s’il vous plaît.
Served with your choice of Kids beverage and a mini chocolate chip cookie. 10 and younger, s’il vous plaît.
Turkey or ham with Cheddar on a butter croissant. Served with your choice of Kids beverage, chips or fruit salade, and a mini chocolate chip cookie. 10 and younger, s’il vous plaît.
A fizzy, tropical beverage made with bold dragon fruit and mango flavors combined with our House-Made Lemonade.
A refreshingly bubbly beverage made with a blend of juicy strawberries and pineapple flavor.
A fusion of strawberry and hibiscus flavors shaken with our House-Made Lemonade and Iced Tea.
Steamed milk and chocolate sauce mixed, topped with whipped cream and a chocolate swirl.
Fresh brewed unsweetened Traditional or Mango Breeze Iced Tea
Traditional or Mango Breeze
Chardonnay crafted with care to ensure a delicate, bright glass filled with subtle sweetness and a hint of oak.
Perfectly balanced and made to be shared, this California wine is round, juicy, and easily enjoyed.
Your choice of Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Pepsi Zero, Starry, Tropicana Fruit Punch, Bubly Lime, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper. Selection may vary by market.
A cup of fresh melons, grapes and pineapple cut fresh daily.
Our house-made French potato cake. Potatoes blended with Parmesan, green onions and spices baked to a golden brown.
Four slices of thick-cut bacon, candied and peppered in-house.
Three slices of crispy, smoked bacon.
Three slices of crispy turkey bacon.
Two pork sausage patties.
Bow tie pasta with sun-dried tomato pesto, fresh basil, green onions, tomatoes and Parmesan.
Crisp romaine, house-made croutons, fresh shredded Parmesan and our original Caesar dressing.
Spring mix salade tossed in French vinaigrette.
Red skinned mashed potatoes flavored with garlic.
French green beans sauteed in butter with toasted almonds and seasonings.
Broccoli lightly seasoned with salt and pepper.
Long grain and wild rice with onions.
Fresh strawberries with our sweet brandy sour cream Romanoff sauce.
Extra stout coffee brewed from dark roasted espresso beans; brewed to order. Available as a single or double.
Espresso topped with steamed milk and froth. Finished with cinnamon or cocoa upon request.
Espresso finished with equal parts hot water.
Your choice of a single or double shot of espresso, chocolate sauce, steamed milk topped with froth. Finished with whipped cream and a chocolate swirl.
Introducing our Chai Latte, perfect for the season and available as a single or double.
Espresso, steamed milk topped with froth. Finished with cinnamon or cocoa upon request.
Espresso, caramel syrup, steamed milk topped with froth. Finished with a swirl of caramel sauce.
A hearty cream based vegetarian (not vegan) soupe made with juicy, vine ripened tomatoes, fresh cream, and fresh basil.
Choice of two 31 oz. jars of our signature soupes.
Choice of two 15 oz. jars of our signature soupes.
A 12 ounce jar of our signature Caesar salade dressing.
A 12 oz. bottle of our delicious French Vinaigrette dressing.
A 12 oz. bottle of our delicious Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing.
Choice of two 12 oz. bottles of our signature salade dressings.
A 31 oz. jar of one of our signature soupes paired with a 12 oz. bottle of our original Caesar dressing.
A 12.5 ounce jar of our Strawberry Rhubarb or Blackberry Confiture Fruit Spread.
Two 12.5 oz. jars of our Confiture Fruit Spreads.
A loaf of freshly baked bread paired with your choice of housemade confiture - Blackberry or Strawberry Rhubarb.
A 12 ounce bag of a unique blend of 100% Arabica beans mixed exclusively for la Madeleine.
Enjoy a half Signature sandwich, a side and beverage* starting at $8.99. Upgrade to a whole sandwich for just $2 more. Available for a limited time only! * Standard sandwich side only. Fountain drink or tea only.
Enjoy a half Premium sandwich, a side and beverage* starting at $10.99. Upgrade to a whole sandwich for just $2 more. Available for a limited time only! * Standard sandwich side only. Fountain drink or tea only.
Hear from our valued guests
Great service nice food great patio. Love the French bread. 👏👏👏
We go very often with the family and always they treat us with kindness and respect. We love to go there and enjoy the fireplace and atmosphere. Amazing view.
Consistently good food that's very reasonably priced. For $13.39 I got the Cafe Sampler for lunch with a cup of Cream of Mushroom Soup, half a Quiche Lorraine, and Cranberry and Pecan Salad. A nice, bright setting with friendly staff.
My food was hot and delicious. Service was great.
Very satisfying, meal at a great price. The line seemed a bit long when we got there; but the groups ahead of us moved through quickly. I enjoyed a Croque Madame & tomato soup; I could have gone with a 1/2 sandwich and would have left satisfied.
La Madeleine is a great place for good, nutritious, healthy salads and good sandwiches. I especially enjoyed the onion soup. My favorite is the good coffee. They have wi-fi because the folks come there for free wi-fi. Excellent clean food.
I cannot say enough good things about this place. I come here all the time because the food is great quality and delicious. The people working there are always kind and welcoming. And the atmosphere is so chill. I go there often to work on a writing project or to catch up with a good friend. I like to sit next to the warm fire place and eat a bowl of soup. I have been to the Old Town location and this one in Kingstowne. I have to say this one in Kingstowne is much better for a variety of reasons. So please support this location with your business. It is a great place to chill so I would hate to see it ever disappear.
I had a wonderful experience at the la Madeleine in Kingstowne Center! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was cozy and inviting, but what truly set this visit apart was the service. A huge shout-out to the manager, Enrik, who made our meal feel truly special. He was incredibly welcoming from the start and went out of his way to check on us multiple times throughout our visit. It’s rare to see that level of genuine care and attention to detail; he made sure every part of our experience was perfect. As always, the food was delicious—you can’t go wrong with their classic tomato basil soup and fresh croissants—but the hospitality we received today elevated the entire meal. The cafe was clean, the staff was efficient, and the overall energy was fantastic. If you’re in the Alexandria area, this is definitely the spot to go. Thank you, Enrik, for making it such an excellent experience. We will be back soon!
I fell in love with this chocolate dessert from la Madeleine. The chocolate was deep, smooth, and comforting. Every bite felt calm, warm, and made me smile. You can truly feel the love and care in their bakery. This small piece of chocolate made my day better and turned my visit into a special moment. If you love chocolate, you really need to try this.
We had such a lovely visit to the Kingstowne la Madeleine today. It’s a favorite spot of ours for a quick escape, but this particular visit really stood out as one of the best we’ve had in a long time. The highlight of our meal was definitely the service. The manager, Enrik, went above and beyond to make us feel at home. He greeted us with a smile and made a point to stop by our table several times to ensure we had everything we needed. His hospitality was so sincere and professional—it really turned a simple lunch into a five-star experience. It is so refreshing to go somewhere where the management clearly cares about the guest experience. Between the charming French vibes and the top-tier service, we left feeling completely taken care of. Highly recommend this location!
Common questions about la Madeleine
la Madeleine is located at 5876 Kingstowne Towne Ctr #100, Alexandria, VA 22315, United States, Alexandria, VA, United States.
You can reach la Madeleine by calling +1 571-385-2455.
la Madeleine has a rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 852 customer reviews.
la Madeleine features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
la Madeleine features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Kerbside pickup, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
la Madeleine features the following highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection.
la Madeleine features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
la Madeleine features the following offerings: Alcohol, Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Small plates, Vegetarian options, Wine.
la Madeleine features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating.
la Madeleine features the following amenities: Restroom, Wi-Fi.
la Madeleine features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Quiet, Trendy.
la Madeleine features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
la Madeleine features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
la Madeleine features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
la Madeleine features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
la Madeleine features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
la Madeleine features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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