Growing up in France, Patrick Leon Esquerre learned to equate dinner time with fresh food crafted by hand and time spent with friends and family. When he moved to the U.S., he missed the camaraderie of French mealtimes—not to mention the fresh baguettes and aromatic espresso. So he opened la Madeleine in Dallas in 1983, the first of many branches. Today, one of the offshoots is right near Folio in Austin.
So head to la Madeleine if you're interested in savoring some of the sweet and savory French fare on the menu. The bakery churns out sweet bites like almond croissants and blueberry muffins, not to mention breads such as the mini sea salt baguette and the Seven Grain Loaf. If you're interested in a more substantial breakfast, try one of the customized savory crepes. At dinner, indulge in a decadent sandwich with a glass of wine on the side.
la Madeleine
9828 Great Hills Trail
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 502-2474
lamadeleine.com
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