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Madison Square

320 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-0137
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Ranked #23 of 131 restaurants in Laguna Beach
Cuisines: American, Café
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Sacramento, California
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37 reviews 37 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Our hotel sent us to this eclectic garden shop/outdoor restaurant for breakfast. Walking in is enough to make you giggle because all of the for-sale items are so whimsically displayed, both inside and out. Once inside, we ordered at the counter and were instructed to make our own coffee at the station in the back-door garden. Fortunately it was a... More

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Clyde, Texas
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39 reviews 39 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013 via mobile

We saw this place just driving down the hwy 1 and thought it looked interesting and open. It was both. We ordered at the front counter then wandered about the interesting exotic grounds until we decided on a place to have our turkey club sandwiches. The sandwiches were double the size we could eat and perfectly delicious the owner gave... More

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Laguna Beach, California
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

The restaurant is a former cottage in Laguna Beach. One orders their meal at a counter, then the food is brought to your table. Seating is in the large and interesting garden behind the cottage, which is the real draw. The food is pretty ordinary -- salads, omelets, burgers, etc. There's also a shop with an interesting assortment decorative items.

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La Jolla
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9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

We enjoyed the breakfast here-- well-prepared, affordable, and served in a lovely garden. The service was sufficient to get the breakfast to the table, and that's all we really needed. I did ask a few questions about the food that were met with blank incomprehension, but that was okay too. Good food, capably prepared, great location.

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Santa Barbara, CA
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

My wife and I stopped by there today and we were pleasantly surprised by all of the handcrafted goodies and household knick knacks. It was hard not to buy up the whole store...not that I could afford it. Anyway, if you're looking for a fun and whimsical folksy, art experience and some handcrafted goods for your home, you must check... More

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Laguna Beach, California
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2012

This is overpriced and you're not waited on, but you can sit amoungst a bunch of overpriced stuff that's being sold around you that you can buy at Cost Plus for a 1/4 of the price. Food is okay, but not as great as it is priced and COFFEE STINKS -it is ALWAYS BURNT. If you want a really GOOD... More

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Aliso Viejo, California
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66 reviews 66 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2012

It is one of my favorite breakfast spots. The food is yummy. Try ricotta pancakes, eggs Benedict or my daughters favorite French toast (cinnamon bread). The atmosphere is the best...garden with pepper trees, fountains, wind chimes, statues, etc.... If you enjoy a casual, unique and zen feeling while you eat, visit Madison.

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SVaughn1
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22 reviews 22 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

First, it's eclectic! One has problems differentiating whether it's a home and garden store --- or restaurant. Lucky for you --- it's BOTH! Great garden bistro ambiance --- surrounded by bits and pieces of garden art peeking out from every nook and cranny. The food was FABULOUS! The service is OUTSTANDING!! Go and enjoy!!

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New England
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17 reviews 17 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2012

The German apple pancake was unusual and delicious. The eggs Benedict terrific. Beautiful setting too. Go here!!

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New York, NY
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22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2012

This was our best meal with a great breakfast in a really great setting of a garden within a store selling statues, lighting and anything you could imagine. GO!

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