la Madeleine to Open First Tennessee Café in Mt. Juliet

French-inspired café-bakery brand celebrates elevated, comforting fare and inviting atmosphere with new location.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 8:50pm

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la Madeleine, the French-inspired café-bakery brand, is opening its first location in Tennessee at 105 Legacy Pointe Blvd, Suite C-1, in Mt. Juliet on Wednesday, March 18. The new café will offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, including soupes, salades, artisan sandwiches, pastas, handcrafted coffees, and freshly baked pastries. The opening celebration will include a 'Countdown Party' starting at 6 a.m., with the first 100 guests receiving a free baguette and a 'Free Bread for a Year' card.

Why it matters

The opening of la Madeleine's first Tennessee location in Mt. Juliet marks an important step in the brand's continued regional growth as it introduces its signature French-inspired café experience to new communities across the country. The café's thoughtfully designed spaces and focus on creating an environment for connection and comfort align with the growing demand for elevated, yet accessible dining experiences.

The details

The Mt. Juliet café will be open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with coffee, pastries, and light bites throughout the day. Ahead of the opening, the community will get an early preview during a Friends & Family Rehearsal Service event on Sunday, March 15, with sessions scheduled from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. A formal grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting are planned for April 14.

  • The new la Madeleine café will open on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
  • The Friends & Family Rehearsal Service event will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, with sessions scheduled from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m.
  • The formal grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting are planned for April 14, 2026.

The players

la Madeleine

A French-inspired café-bakery brand celebrated for its elevated, comforting café fare, handcrafted pastries, and inviting atmosphere.

John Dillon

The CEO of la Madeleine.

Rick Bearup

The owner of the Bearup Group, which is bringing la Madeleine to Mt. Juliet.

Groupe Le Duff

The world leader in bakery, pastry, and catering, which owns the la Madeleine brand.

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What they’re saying

“Opening in Mt. Juliet means bringing a place where people can connect over feel-good food and be surrounded by the sights and smells of fresh bread, pastries and coffee.”

— John Dillon, CEO (RestaurantNews.com)

“Bringing la Madeleine to Mt. Juliet has been a long-awaited moment for us. From the moment we learned about la Madeleine, we were intrigued by its unique French-inspired approach. We hope this café becomes a neighborhood destination where community and everyday moments come together at any time of day.”

— Rick Bearup, Owner, Bearup Group (RestaurantNews.com)

What’s next

A formal grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting are planned for April 14, 2026, with additional details to be announced soon.

The takeaway

The opening of la Madeleine's first Tennessee location in Mt. Juliet reflects the growing demand for elevated, yet accessible dining experiences that offer a sense of community and comfort. As a French-inspired café-bakery brand, la Madeleine aims to become a neighborhood destination where people can connect over feel-good food and the inviting atmosphere of freshly baked bread and pastries.