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    4.8 (32 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Kami L.

    Extremely good drinks and service. I went here and split two drinks: the drinking chocolate and the shaken drinking chocolate. While they did take a minute to make, they were worth the wait!

    iced hot chocolate
    Myranda Lee S.

    The iced hot chocolate was literally the perfect chocolate beverage I have ever tasted... I've searched for YEARS for something like this and it took my BREATH AWAY. I DREAM OF COMING BACK EVERY DAY

    Steven W.

    Amazing and beautiful coffee and pastries bakery. They also sell a variety of chocolates and truffles. We ordered the $7 iced chocolate and $7 frozen hot chocolate. Not too sweet and really rich in flavor. Great service.

    Coffees and other drinks
    Niamh M.

    Very nice coffee shop with great pastries and chocolates. The staff are very nice in here! One the best chocolate chip cookies in the city too. The chocolates are a little pricey so I don't go that often but when I do I always get the coconut truffle!!!

    Iced Hot Chocolate
    Harrison I.

    We stopped by cacao on a whim after seeing they had hot chocolate. I don't like hot drinks, so I was really excited to see that they had an iced hot chocolate on the menu. It was incredible. It was rich, decedent, and super filling. It was hard to finish because it was so rich. Truly incredible!! Small space, not so many seats but the service was quick!

    Cake & coffee
    Mahsa N.

    Super cozy spot in the South End of Boston! We got the coffee and chocolate olive oil cake and they hit the spot on a cold snowy day. Vibe is casual and there are a decent number of seats. They also had chocolates from all around the world on display which was great. Their chocolate boxes also seemed like a good option for gift giving.

    Chocolate raspberry cookie
    Chris C.

    Wonderful addition to the South End which forces (obviously?) on chocolate of all kinds.... Bars, pastries, cookies and hot, cold and frozen chocolate drinks. Also of course tea and coffee. Cozy space with a laid back vibe and friendly staff. Black and white tile floor and homey touches abound I had a frozen chocolate white was not to sweet and a really good chocolate and raspberry cookie warmed up Pleasant music playing and just lively enough with it being loud.

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    Liv M.

    the coffee was absolutely divine. it had the perfect amount of espresso to milk ratio and did not taste overly milky. the cafe was so beautiful inside, it's the perfect spot to get some work done. service was amazing as they bring your drinks and food right to you. although slightly more pricey, would 100% be going back for more

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    Isabella C.

    This is a lovely cafe with a cozy interior and perfect for a slow morning start! I tried the matcha latte and an almond croissant. I found the latte to be rich and not too sweet. The croissant was flaky and had a good amount of filling, with a strong almond flavor. The workers were also super friendly and made the cafe feel super welcoming!

    what a display of delight!
    Angela D.

    What a wonderful shop! First glance overwhelming with opportunity which is a great place to be. Unhurried you are able to admire the display of baked goodies and magic truffles while reading ingredients, asking questions, and considering options. The team is so friendly and atmosphere business casual kind of chill. Definitely could be a fun remote work spot or nice for a date, though the seating is more open space and economical vs cozy. I still love it! I tested 4 dairy free, gluten free truffles including passion fruit, espresso, ganache, and pure chocolate. The flavors were distinct, textures cohesive and complimentary and each felt like they were topped with love. For my drink I opted for the bittersweet dark and no milk as I love my drinking chocolate straight. It was such a great pick and I can't wait to return. This is something I've been searching for, thank you!

    Generous slice of lemon cornbread cake, mocha.
    Joe L.

    Excellent, relatively new addition to the neighborhood. Family owned, friendly service, and an outdoor deck in front. Plus, a great variety of chocolates.

    Hursuong V.

    This is a lovely chocolate store. We tried the frozen chocolate and cookie and they were so good! The chocolate is rich without being overly sweet. Everything on display looked so appealing. There is indoor and outdoor seating but not enough table space for you to settle down and study/do work there. There is a steady flow of customers. Cute and clean space inside

    Bisma A.

    Another super cute coffee find in Boston! I'm so glad I stopped by at their South End location. The space is gorgeous and great for coffee photos. They also have some indoor and outdoor seating if you don't want to get your stuff to go. I tried their dulce de leche latte and chocolate chip cookie and both were absolutely delicious. Definitely will be back for their hot chocolate and other treats in the winter!

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