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La Madeleine

246 The Parade, Norwood SA 5067, Australia

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246 The Parade, Norwood SA 5067, Australia

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+61 430 300 638
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About La Madeleine

Adelaide pastry purists head straight to Norwood for the plain croissant—a balance of crisp layers and tender crumb. This French counter on The Parade matches morning viennoiserie with serious celebration baking. Regulars bypass high-markup dessert shops for house-made cakes like the hazelnut Pleasure cake, the Pistachio & Almond Basque Cheesecake, and the gluten-free Passion cake. Weekdays start early with brewed coffee and apricot or pistachio berry pastries from 6:00 AM, while weekend brunch brings savoury buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes to sidewalk tables. For milestone gatherings, a quiet rear room hosts high teas and private parties with platters of warm quiche and bite-sized mousse cakes.

  • Flaky Viennoiserie: Locals rate the plain croissant alongside flaky almond, apricot custard, and pistachio berry variations.
  • Patisserie Cakes: Celebration centerpieces include the hazelnut Pleasure, Basque cheesecake, and gluten- or nut-free options.
  • Weekend Crêpes & Early Starts: Saturdays and Sundays feature traditional savoury galettes and sweet crêpes alongside weekday early mornings from 6:00 AM.
  • Private Function Space: A dedicated back room accommodates baby showers and high teas with tea, coffee, and savory-sweet spreads.
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The Advantages of Choosing La Madeleine

Why locals and event hosts choose La Madeleine in Norwood

  • Exceptional Cakes at Accessible Prices

    Freshly handcrafted French celebration cakes and tarts deliver standout quality at accessible prices.

    excellent taste and quality with unbeatable price!

    Isabella Wong

  • Dietary-Friendly Celebration Cakes

    Celebration cakes can be crafted to safely satisfy allergy and dietary needs without compromising taste.

    It's gluten and nuts free, so we could eat the same cake with all the guests.

    Towerりえ（Towerりえ）

  • Benchmark French Croissants

    Freshly rolled and baked authentic French croissants boast balanced flakiness and rich fillings.

    I truly believe their plain croissant is the best in Adelaide—I haven’t found one better anywhere else.

    Pouria Aryan

  • Early Morning Coffee and Pastries

    Weekdays start at 6:00 AM with freshly baked pastries paired with bold, rich espresso coffee.

    They open early on weekdays at 6am! The Croissants 🥐 are out of this world!

    Kav TH

  • Dedicated Private Event Space

    A dedicated rear function setting provides an intimate backdrop for high teas and baby showers.

    Had my baby shower here and it was amazing. Food was perfect, owner catered to all dietary requirements, and kept the buffet table stocked during the morning.

    Simone Almasri

  • Hassle-Free Event Hosting

    Catered family gatherings and private celebrations receive attentive, personalized hospitality.

    Booked a family high tea and was blown away firstly how beautiful everything was, the quality and amazing flavour of the cakes and most of all, the hospitality of Will.

    Kylie Southren

Customer favorites for celebrations and morning pastries

  • Almond Croissant

    After more than a year trying almond croissants around Australia I can say that the best I have tried by far!

    Miriam Garcia

  • Plain Croissant

    I truly believe their plain croissant is the best in Adelaide—I haven’t found one better anywhere else.

    Pouria Aryan

  • Pleasure Cake

    It is the most delicious cake ever and so reasonably priced. The quality is always top tier!!!

    Jess Elliott

  • Passion Birthday Cake

    Service was excellent, very competitive pricing for GF cake and above all, it was delicious. A true experience for the palate ❤️🎂. Ordered the "passion" BIRTHDAY CAKE!

    Gianny Scoleri

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate French cakes and celebrations

  • Allergen-Safe Celebration Baking

    Specialty celebration cakes are thoughtfully tailored to accommodate dietary requirements such as gluten-free and nut-free needs, allowing entire guest parties to share the same dessert.

  • Direct Owner Communication for Custom Orders

    Patrons can easily organise custom celebration orders by texting the owner directly to arrange details and payment seamlessly.

  • Flexible After-Hours Pickups

    Staff readily accommodate urgent party orders outside standard opening times, ensuring event hosts receive fresh centrepieces when needed.

  • Hands-On Function Hospitality

    The owner actively manages on-site private events, replenishing buffet selections and taking dedicated table orders for hot beverages.

Before you head over

Helpful advice on ordering celebration cakes, morning timing, and dietary accommodations

  • Arrive early for the best pastry selection

    Popular pastries sell quickly, so arrive early to secure your favourites—especially since doors open at 6:00 AM on weekdays.

  • Order celebration cakes directly ahead of time

    You can easily arrange full-size birthday cakes and tarts in advance by messaging the owner directly to confirm your order and payment.

  • Request gluten-free and nut-free options

    When ordering celebration cakes or booking private events, specify your allergy needs—specialty gluten-free and nut-free options can be accommodated.

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