When it comes to French sandwiches, the croque madame reigns supreme. This delicious ham and cheese masterpiece is dripping with  creamy béchamel, toasted to perfection and crowned with a fried egg. Born in early 20th-century Paris, this decadent meal became an instant café legend and remains a favourite today.
Looking for the perfect croque madame in Toronto? This guide has you covered.
Le Select Bistro
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Indulge in Le Select’s legendary croque madame — piled with ham, Gruyère, béchamel, and topped with a sunny side up egg. It’s hands down one of the best in town!
Milou
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At Milou, the madame is simple and hearty, yet achieving simple excellence is often the hardest feat: served creamy and delicious on perfectly crusty bread.
Auberge du Pommier
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Auberge du Pommier serves up a croque madame that’s a work of art. Priced at $24, this decadent delight features layers of ham, rich Gruyère and creamy béchamel, all crowned with a perfectly fried egg.
Maison Selby
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Maison Selby’s crepe madame takes a playful twist on the classic croque. Instead of a sandwich, you get a tender crepe filled with ham, Emmental cheese and fresh spinach, all topped with a fried egg.
Geste Croissanterie
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Over at croissanterie, pizzeria and bar Geste, the croque madame is a showstopper. Made with soft milk bread, black forest ham, rich béchamel, and Gruyère, it’s topped with a sunny side up egg. This creation brings a touch of gourmet flair to the classic French staple.
Peter Pan Bistro
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At Queen West’s Peter Pan Bistro, dive into their croque madame: Jambon de Paris, Gruyère, grainy mustard, Mornay sauce, and a sunny side egg, all served with frites and a salad.
