Douce France Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Douce France, you can expect a delightful journey through French culinary tradition. Nestled in Palo Alto, this charming café specializes in freshly prepared galettes made from buckwheat, offering savory options like the La Parisienne with Swiss cheese and ham, and the vegetarian-friendly La Jardiniere. Each dish balances rich flavors and textures, making them a true treat for your palate.
Start your day with their exquisite breakfast pastries, including the renowned ham and cheese croissant and the sweet almond croissant, which customers rave about. Pairing these delights with a warm drink enhances the cozy ambiance that many have sought after.
With reasonable prices and a welcoming atmosphere, Douce France is not just a café, but an experience reminiscent of a quaint Parisian bistro.
Breakfast Pastries
Plain Croissant
Almond Croissant
Apple Croissant
Apricot Croissant
Chocolate Croissant
Raspberry Croissant
Ham and Cheese Croissant
Apricot Danish
Blueberry Danish
Cheese Danish
Raisin and Custard Danish
Plain Brioche
Sweet Brioche
Fruit Brioche
Apple or apricot.
Bear Claw
Lunette
Cinnamon Twist
Cinnamon Roll
Pecan Roll
Regular Palmier
La Parisienne Galettes
Savory crepe. Swiss cheese, ham, tomatoes, basil and parsley. Made with buckwheat.
La Jardiniere Galettes
Savory crepe. Mozzarella, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, bell peppers. Made with buckwheat.
La Normande Galettes
Savory crepe. Swiss, turkey, tomatoes, basil and parsley. Made with buckwheat.
La Biquette Galettes
Savory crepe. Goat cheese, bell peppers, tomatoes, basil and parsley. Made with buckwheat.
La Fromagere Galettes
Savory crepe. Goat cheese, Swiss cheese, mozzarella cheese, basil and parsley. Made with buckwheat.
La Bretonne Galettes
Savory crepe. Ham, Swiss cheese, tomatoes and two eggs over easy. Made with buckwheat.
La Norvegienne Galettes
Savory crepe. Smoked salmon, sour cream, chives, lemon. Made with buckwheat.
La Basquaise Galettes
Savory crepe. Prosciutto crudo, fresh mozzarella, spinach. Made with buckwheat.
Galettes Menu
Freshly Baked Breads
French Rolls
Plain Baguette
Plain Ciabatta
Rosemary Ciabatta
Blueberry Scone
Cranberry Scone
Raisin Scone
Apple Streusel Muffin
Banana Walnut Muffin
Blueberry Muffin
Bran Muffin with Dark Raisins
Cranberry and Orange Muffin
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin
Scones and Muffins
Lunch Panini Grilled Sandwiches
Lunch Alina Sandwich
Goat cheese, Italian parsley, basil, thyme and extra-virgin olive oil, wild spring mixed greens, artichoke hearts and roasted bell peppers. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Angelo Sandwich
Prosciutto crudo, mozzarella cheese and mixed greens. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Fresco Sandwich
Mozzarella cheese, fresh roma tomatoes, mixed greens, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh basil and parsley. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Ham and Cheese Sandwich
French smoked ham, Swiss cheese, wild spring mixed greens and tomatoes. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Grilled Ham Ciabatta Sandwich
Grilled french ham and melted Swiss cheese. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Misto Sandwich
Grilled chicken breast with rosemary, sun-dried tomatoes, marinated mushrooms, lemon sauce, radicchio and greens. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Turkey and Cheese Sandwich
Oven-roasted turkey, Swiss cheese, wild spring mixed greens and tomatoes. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Vegetarian Sandwich
Roasted zucchini and red bell peppers, tomatoes, mixed greens and artichoke hearts. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Buffarella Sandwich
Buffalo mozzarella and tomatoes. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Doux Jardin Sandwich
Grilled eggplant, asparagus, red bell pepper, fresh mozzarella. Served with a light olive oil, basil and Italian parsley spread.
Lunch Baby Spinach Salad
Tender baby spinach, goat cheese, chopped walnuts, extra-virgin olive oil and a splash of lemon juice.
Lunch La Salade Romane
Hearts of romaine, beets, shallots, and feta with champagne dressing.
Lunch Wild Arugula Salad
House made, sliced pickled red onions, with shaved Grana Padano cheese,toasted slivered almonds with house vinaigrette.
Lunch Millennium Salad
Fresh buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, parsley, basil with a balsamic vinaigrette.
Lunch Fresh Salads
Other Lunch Savories
Lunch Veggie Focaccia
Fresh ciabatta bread brushed with extra-virgin olive oil, topped with tomatoes, roasted red bell peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, fresh basil and parsley all topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
Lunch Ham and Cheese Focaccia
Fresh ciabatta bread brushed with extra-virgin olive oil, french smoked ham, tomatoes, fresh basil and parsley all topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
Lunch Individual Quiche
Ham, spinach, mushroom or onion and cheese quiches.
Lunch Soup of the Day
Call restaurant for soup of the day.
La Savanne Crepe
Sweet crepe. Nutella, banana and whipped cream. Made with organic flour.
La Tatin Crepe
Sweet crepe. Caramelized apples, cinnamon, whipped cream. Made with organic flour.
La Vergeoise Crepe
Sweet crepe. Your choice of fig or raspberry jam, whipped cream. Made with organic flour.
La Suzette Crepe
Sweet crepe. Sugar, lemon juice, whipped cream. Made with organic flour.
La Ruche Crepe
Sweet crepe. Honey, whipped cream. Made with organic flour.
La Sauvage Crepe
Sweet crepe. Wild berries, honey, whipped cream, sugar. Made with organic flour.
Sweet Crepes Menu
Cookies and Bars
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Oatmeal and Raisin Cookie
Peanut Butter Cookie
Madeleine
Almond tea cake.
Walnut Brownie
Almond Paste Cookie
Ganache Cookie
Chocolate Lemon Cookie
Raspberry and Apricot Cookie
Tuile Cookies
Sliced almonds.