Croque madame
in Paris
A hot ham-and-cheese sandwich with crisp toasted bread, melted cheese, creamy béchamel, and a fried egg on top—the Paris café classic that turns a croque monsieur into a croque madame.
Did you know?
The fried egg is what distinguishes a croque madame from a croque monsieur, adding a rich yolk to the toasted ham-and-cheese sandwich.
Where to Find It
1 place to try Croque madame in Paris
Bouillon République
$$$$République / 3rd
An accessible modern bouillon for oeufs mayonnaise, beef bourguignon, sausage-purée, and other crowd-friendly classics.
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