Café Madeleine - Des Moines | Intimate Chef’s Table Dining with Expert Wine Pairings

A great treat for anyone with a passion for food and wine. Such a great concept, where every table is essentially a chef's table. Each course is brought out plated beautifully and explained by the chef, giving you the opportunity to learn about each dish and the inspiration behind it. The wine pairings were well thought out with many varietels I've never tried before, each one complementing the course. A wonderful addition to central Iowa's growing food scene.

We recently enjoyed the seafood dinner and wine pairing at Café Madeleine, and it was outstanding. Each course was beautifully prepared, and the chef personally came out to describe every dish. The sommelier was incredibly knowledgeable and curated wine pairings that perfectly complemented each course. From start to finish, the evening was thoughtful, delicious, and memorable. Highly recommend!

Food, service, and wine pairing were all exceptional, and having the brilliant Chef Baruthio explain every dish is a very special touch. It certainly is expensive, but worth every penny, for a special occasion. Kudos!

Very unique and special experience in Des Moines. The venue is small and comfortable - the staff is great and attentive. The chef’s creations are imaginative and delicious. Add the personable touch that the chef comes to your table as each course is delivered to describe the creations. Memorable and enjoyable experience from start to finish.

I was previously unaware of the magical portal that lies at the corner of 6th and Walnut. Upon arrival, you step out of Des Moines and into a cozy world created by Chef David Baruthio. Tile floor, soft lighting, a handful of intimate tables, a warm welcome and a tasting menu that transitions with the seasons.The evening of our visit we enjoyed "A Journey Through France". Exceptional food, unpretentious but polished service and thoughtful wine pairings create a dining experience unique to the Des Moines food scene.

We had the privilege of experiencing chef’s Tour de France Dinner with wine pairings. All the foods were thoughtfully put together in terms of flavor, texture, and presentation. The experience was intimate with the chef personally explaining each dish and serving it. If you want a cozy, lovely, and delicious dinner I highly recommend Cafe Madeline. The Sommelier was also wonderful explaining where each wine was from and why it was selected for the pairing

Took my boyfriend here to celebrate for his birthday and we’re both already trying to think of times to come back! Everything was amazing from the service to the food to the wine they chose to pair with the food. An amazing fine dining experience and very intimate!

This place is an experience unlike any other in Des Moines! From start to finish. The food and service is impeccable. As a traveler who's been to 25+ countries and a server in the industry for over 10 years. This takes you straight to Europe and will leave you smiling. The chef explains everything in fashion and treats you like family. The food and wine is wine is truly on the highest level. I'll be back every 6 weeks to see what NEW menu the chef has to offer. 10/10