Matines Cafe
Matines Cafe
Gluten-free madeleine, drizzled with white chocolate and dusted with edible gold.
Madeleines, gluten-free
Indoor
Carmel Latte
Outdoor seating area
a croissant sandwich and soup
Inside
Latte
Latte
Plenty of indoor seating, although it does fill up during the rush
Americano.
soups and chowder, food
Madeleine and macarons
Pastries
NEW - Steak Salad
Gluten-free madeleines.
Quiche and parfait
food, dessert
vanilla Iced Latte
Nutella & Banana Crepe
Very French vibes from this outdoor seating!
Lavender latte
Nutella crepe
A collection of pastries.
Sweet C.
Jun 5, 2024
I love this little French cafe/bakery! It's so charming and even has an assortment of fun (non- food) gifts you can peruse while standing in line to order. I had the tomato soup and an iced tea (which they steep) and both were delicious! I got a baguette to take home and it was also amazing. Looking forward to going back!
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Esmeralda O.
Aug 14, 2024
Came here for a Saturday brunch and it's an adorable spot in Chestnut hill. The inside is small and quaint and there's an outdoor area for seating. There's a full food menu and coffee and also baked goods. There also a small area for shopping misc. french items. The food was delicious and the coconut coffee I ordered was made well where you can taste the coffee and it had a dash of sweetness and coconut goodness. The crepes were the highlight of the meal. Definitely recommend the crepes. They originally didn't get my coffee order correct, it was placed incorrectly. They did quickly fix it and allowed me to keep the vanilla latte . But the vanilla latte was bland and didn't taste flavored. Would love to come here again and try some more items.
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Vincent G.
Jun 5, 2024
Matines Cafe...a delightful slice of European culinary tradition. Right downtown the charming neighborhood of Chestnut Hill, PA. From the moment you step inside, the ambiance transports you to a cozy French patisserie, with its rustic decor, quaint market, and inviting atmosphere. Despite the rain-soaked day of our visit, the cafe's large umbrellas ensured that we could enjoy our meals in comfort (& dry).The cafe's reputation for its baked goods is well-deserved, with the almond croissant and mixed berry pie standing out as crowd favorites. The almond croissant is a masterpiece of flaky, buttery layers filled with a rich, almond paste that melts in your mouth, while the mixed berry pie boasts a perfect balance of tart and sweet, encased in a golden, tender crust.Their breakfast and lunch menu offers a remarkable variety, catering to diverse tastes and preferences. We sampled the truffle breakfast croissant, the riviera baguette, and the mozzarella croissant melt. The truffle breakfast croissant was a decadent start to the day, with earthy truffle notes blending seamlessly with fluffy scrambled eggs and creamy cheese. The riviera baguette, packed with fresh vegetables and savory meats, provided a satisfying crunch with every bite, and the mozzarella croissant melt was a gooey, comforting delight, perfectly toasted to achieve that ideal balance of crisp and melty.The soups here are not to be overlooked. The tomato soup was robust and flavorful, with a rich tomato base that offered just the right amount of tanginess, while the French onion soup, with its caramelized onions and gooey cheese topping, was a warm, hearty embrace on a rainy day.Tea enthusiasts will appreciate the cafe's tea bar, which offers an impressive selection of teas. The deluxe tea over ice was a standout--refreshing and perfectly brewed, it provided a light, revitalizing complement to the heavier dishes.One caveat for potential diners: Matines Cafe does not take reservations. On weekends, the wait for a table can be lengthy, especially on rainy days when indoor seating is at a premium. However, the wait is well worth it. The cafe's interior and exterior evoke the charm and elegance of a European eatery, and their market area is brimming with gourmet goodies and artisanal products that are a joy to explore.Whether you're there for a quick pastry or a leisurely meal, the quality and care put into each dish are evident, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers.
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Alexis B.
Jul 13, 2024
My friend and I had brunch at Matines Cafe a few weeks ago when we were in Philadelphia. It's tiny but so charming. We sat outside, which was gorgeous and very comfortable. My friend and I ordered the same thing - their smoked salmon tartine (with cucumber, tzatziki cream, lemon pepper, olive oil, and augula), which was really good - fresh, bright, light, and delicious. We had a couple of coffees as well. There's a small shop at the entrance to the cafe, and the interior of the cafe is as cute as the outside seating area. The service was great. Overall, it's a great place for a quick brunch or for a pastry and coffee to go!
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Rafiat K.
Feb 2, 2024
Food / Service: They have a lot of options on the menu and seasonal specialties you can choose from. I ultimately ordered a plain caramel latte and it was delivered to my table when complete. The service was, of course, pretty quick and the cup was a pretty generous size!Atmosphere: The cafe looks small from the outside, but it's fairly spacious. I went on a Thursday morning and there was a sizable crowd there by the time I left. Though seating is pretty close together, you can have conversations with your friends without disturbing anyone.
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Monica B.
Feb 7, 2024
Just came for pastries and drinks. Cute spot, gets crowded and no reservations. Can only grab a table once you have a table # so just heads up!Good pastries, I like other bakeries better though. Pretty standard options, limited pastry selections. The tea/coffee menu was incredible though!!
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Stephanie L.
Dec 27, 2023
This place was so tasty! A bit crowded, but we were able to order then get a seat to eat inside. It looked like there was some outdoor seating too! The food was delicious and fresh. They have so many sandwiches that I can't wait to try. Pastries were also topnotch. There's a lil gift shop as well! So cute and a great brunch / lunch spot!
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Jeff M.
Jun 15, 2023
A bit pricey, but seriously well worth it. My wife has been getting physical therapy just up the street three afternoons a week, so I've been taking advantage of that spare time to treat myself at Martine's.In a word: wonderful.I have celiac, and I am just so grateful that they always have a gluten-free baked goodie on the menu--usually cakey, sweet madeleines. They usually just dust them with powdered sugar, but on occasion they ice them with delicious white chocolate.My go-to these past several weeks has included the madeleines and a generous cup of latte--which I have to say is the best on the Hill.Service can be a bit slow, but worth the wait, while you sit at your little table, backed with comfy throw pillows, listening to tunes in French from the likes of Édith Piaf--or in one case, "My Way," which is even more overwrought in French--over the PA system.Please drop by. Lunch hour can be jammed, so plan accordingly. But later in the afternoon, you'll usually get a table--or you can dine al fresco at a table outside.
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Patricia V.
Sep 2, 2024
Visited here for brunch, there was a bit of a wait to order but was well worth it. The truffle egg sandwich and french onion soup were delicious. The iced tea was served in a glass and refill pitcher which I thought was a nice serving.
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Lina F.
Aug 9, 2024
Place is great, amazing, pastries. Giving one star because the coffee was awful. We got a latte and a drip brewed coffee and both were just not good.
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