Great chocolate shop just off the main tourist streets of Bruges. The lady at the counter was originally from the United States and was a huge help since we don't speak Dutch. It was clean, quiet and they had an excellent selection of artisan chocolates. Too many to choose from. She gave helpful suggestions based off our preferences. We enjoyed everything we tried and bought plenty more to bring home. read more

We went here because it was recommended. We picked out several types of chocolates and they were nothing special. The salesperson wasn't overly friendly and we felt rushed in making our selections. He did put them in a nice box. The shop is cute and small. read more

I'm not a big sugar person, but I do enjoy the occasional sweet thing. If I'm going to have chocolate, I'd rather consume the calories of something nice. When it comes to chocolates, dark is my preference. Dumon has all these signs on their door touting the awards and the Rick Steves pick for the best chocolates in Brugges. The prices were seemed fairly on par with most of the other store. I admit that I got lost in the variety. I got all the dark and mix of the others, because why not. The staff was friendly and helpful. I relied on their recommendations. And they were apparently good recommendations as the gift boxes I brought home were a big hit. read more

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I recently visited the beautiful Dumon Chocolatier Shop and had a wonderful shopping experience. It's a small, traditional Belgium chocolate shop located in the center of Bruges. The shop itself brings you back in time, both in the building's architecture and the personal attention they provide. The owners, Nele and Koen were incredibly kind and helpful in guiding me through the different types of chocolates best to bring back to New York for gifts. They even helped me pick out a box of Gluten Free chocolates for one of my friends. It was a good thing I bought plenty of chocolates because I couldn't help eating quite a few before I even made it back to the US. I can't tell you how happy my friends at home were with the chocolates! They loved them as much as I did. If you're ever in Bruges (and you MUST go), visit Nele and Koen at the Dumon Chocolatier Shop. read more

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I wanted to like these chocolates but realize this was maybe a very traditional chocolate maker(???) What I mean by that is that all the flavors were very subtle to the point of almost all tasting the same. By today's standards, of bold, punchy flavors, these were just mostly tasting like cream with a tiny hint of whatever it was supposed to be. And I made sure to get a good sampling and enough to give it a decent try. Not really worth the price. Nice people working there. And pretty shapes to each piece. read more

What is up with the lady who works here? They have rows and rows and rows of unlabeled chocolates but then she gets annoyed when she has to identify the chocolates for you. It's a chocolate shop! Why aren't they labeled?! One customer after another came in and all asked her the same questions because there was no way to tell what was inside each chocolate. Why haven't they learned to label their chocolates? She seemed annoyed customers were in her shop. We never went back! There are so many other good chocolatiers in the area. Why bother her if she doesn't want your business? Jean de Bruge is a cute little mom and pop shop and they're so friendly and they have amazing chocolates. Pralinette, and Pol Depla are also nicer and their chocolates are just as delicious. They're all within walking distance of each other. read more

I have very mixed feelings about Dumon's Chocolatier. First, I want to say that I came here per Rick Steve's recommendation on one of the best chocolate shops in Brugges and so my expectations were high. The shop was quite easy to find behind the main square but the shop was small. There were only two workers there and a lot of people wandering in and out. One negative is that they do not label their chocolates so people have no idea what is what so it makes it a lot harder for people to want to buy anything without knowing what they are buying. However, the OTHER Dumon's in close proximity is actually a bit better because their chocolates were labeled. The lady told me to buy this small box which is composed of their favorites so I listened. And by the way, this place is cash only so make sure you have cash. The first three pieces were a huge disappointment to me because it tasted like chocolate I can get anywhere. Sad that they were not delicious, I put the box back in my bag and went to other chocolate places. When I came back in the USA, I had another piece and that piece was okay. A few more days went by and I had two more pieces and those pieces were good, not extraordinary but good and much better than the pieces that I had prior. I still am unsure about how I feel but mostly, I know that I would not go back here if I was in Brugges again. read more

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Wow! That is all there is to say about Dumon! We will be flying back to Brussels then on to Bruges just to sample this amazing delicacy! Mother and daughter team brings a powerhouse to the chocolatier warfront. We spent two days strategically purchasing chocolate around Belgium just to decide for ourselves who is the victor. There was no question that Dumon beat them all: Godiva, Neuhaus, Pierre Marcolini, and Leonidas to name a few. There is just something about the way the Dumon chocolate masterpieces just melt in your mouth. I cannot wait until we return. read more

I would be in trouble if I lived anywhere near Dumon's. Their chocolate is amazing. It's rich, creamy and showcases the best of Belgium. Ms. Dumon and her family are very welcoming when you come to their shop and are more than happy to share their knowledge of chocolate. I found this little shop thanks to Rick Steve's Brugge video and boy was it a fabulous find. I highly recommend stopping by to try it out. read more

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Oh my lord, this place is INSANE! I love chocolate and Belgian chocolate is undisputedly the best in the world. I was seriously like Cookie Monster when I walked in the door -- good thing all those homemade treats were behind glass or it would've been a sight to see me stuffing as many truffles into my mouth as possible while yelling "OH NOM NOM NOM" Cookie Monster style. If you are luckily enough to visit Bruges, get your butt to this store. Even if you think you don't like chocolate, go there. You will be in candy HEAVEN! The shop smells good the second you walk in. Check out all of the beautiful handmade chocolates in the glass case -- nothing is labeled but the friendly employees will be happy to explain what's in each one. We had them hand pick an assortment for us and they were all fantastic but the soft caramel filled dark chocolate ones were AMAZING. I dream about them to this day. There is limited seating but if you can grab a stool, you can order a decent Illy espresso to go with your chocolates. There are also plenty of pre-packed assortments if you want to grab and go. The best thing in the entire place is the homemade hot chocolate. Oh yeah, baby! It's the BEST TREAT EVER! You pick out a chocolate truffle with a spoon stuck inside (I loved the vanilla one). Sit down and you'll get a tall glass of warm milk. When the milk arrives, you take the chocolate, drop it in the warm milk and stir to make the best hot chocolate you have ever tasted in your life. I'm planning another trip to Belgium just so I can go back to this shop. No, really. read more

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Very nice chocolates and pretty packaging. The store is cute. One salesperson was a bit rude, but the other was nice and helpful. This chocolate was a good gift to take back and also a nice item to enjoy ourselves after we returned home. read more

Fantastic chocolate! After being treated to a piece of their hazelnut cream, we knew we'd come to the right place. There are all kinds of chocolates from solids to filled... bagged & boxed chocolates all really to go or you can select your own mix - we went the custom route Fun shapes like seashells, swans, horses & delist as can be - you will definitely find a treat or three! There are 2 shops in the city - this location is very small & quaint. The ladies who work here are incredibly patient & nice as can be! We got 1 box to eat right then & 1 box to bring back home for the family....fam box included lots of fruit creams as they are huge fans.... and as I am not, it made it easy to ensure the box will make it safely back to the U.S. Because everyone knows I cannot be trusted with chocolate! Mr & I chose milk & white chocolates - smooth & milky - filled with nut creams like hazelnut, chocolate ganache, as well as caramel. All were yummy & can't say there was a favorite as we just loved them all! And having polished off our box in 1 sitting, have to say if that's not as good as it gets, I don't know what is read more

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Located down a small staircase in the winding tourist streets of Bruges, Chocolatier Dumon finally answered the question of where was best to acquire gifts for friends back home after a relatively extensive look at Belgium's artisan Chocolate scene, the range of Tablets, Pralines, Truffles and even Low-Sugar options really quite astounding. Started by Stephan Dumon in 1992, a small workshop outside Bruges slowly growing into a House with shops in three countries, Dumon 'Eiermarkt' occupies a medieval space set below the city streets and now cited by Gault & Millau since 2013 as one of Belgium's true artisans the quality of the cocoa beans and fillings shows in every item while prices seem bargain basement compared to other internationally expanded places. Certainly not ADA friendly as relates to disability, but far moreso if discussing the American Diabetes Association, Dumon is one of the few spots seen overseas with a specialty line of low-sugar confections and tasting a few after discussion with the elderly woman who was surprisingly well-versed in medical jargon the taste is really no different from the more traditional treats which were purchased in greater numbers, though those paying attention to texture may notice an overall reduced degree of smoothness. Opting for Tablets and Truffles for friends back home, Pralines and a few more Truffles saved for a post-lunch treat, Dumon excels as relates to the smoothness of the exterior layers of its creations as much as it does by way of creams, marzipan or ganaches, the options trending a bit more traditional than The Chocolate Line or Darci's with the Caramel, Pistachio Marzipan, Speculoos and Strawberry Cream particularly impressive read more

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I have some chocolate collection 2 years ago And now I am back for some more. The stevia chocolate no refine sugar but with Excellent quality only at Dumon chocolatier Unfortunately I couldn't find the store and was walking all around and other store don't have it. At the end I found the store.the ladies who works there are always so sweet and provides good service and even gives you some chocolate to try. I got a free bag as I did purchase a lot of chocolate Belgian chocolate is known the best and Dumon chocolatier is the best of the best. read more

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Delicious chocolates and an amazing variety! How fresh? Well, you can watch them make them in the shop. read more

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I was in BXL for a BFF's wedding in May on a quick 3-day trip. Whimsically decided to pop over to Brugge for the afternoon, and as I was looking for a coffee, I happened upon this shop serendipitously while walking the streets. The woman running it seemed legit - including her initial confusion as to why I was looking for a coffee so late in the day when all the coffee shops had already closed by that time on a Sunday (it was a long, late night on Saturday at the wedding). ;-) I kept walking - in search of some kind of coffee - and after seeing nothing appealing, I returned for some chocolate. I made it just in time, as she was about to close, and it turned out that I discovered this was one of only 5 authentic shops in Brugge. #winning Highly recommend their dark chocolate with fruit & nuts. p.s. As a traditional rule, I stick with dark chocolate in Belgium and milk chocolate in Switzerland. And yet, I also enjoyed Dumon's milk and white chocolate, too. I don't think it's possible to make a poor selection here. :-) read more

You may ask yourself whether it's really worth it to stand in line for chocolate. I mean, it's Belgium - there's chocolate everywhere. Well, when it comes to Dumon, the answer is a resounding YES! Do it. Deal with the crowds and wait for this chocolate. And, for the love of all that is holy, do yourself a favor and get the big box. The line at the door is for mixed boxes of chocolate. I'd advise telling them anything you would not eat (such as nuts) and then letting them select a variety for you. Every single piece we got was absolutely heavenly. Sadly, we shared a small box when clearly we should have each gotten a big box. Downstairs they have packaged chocolates. We opted for a bag of truffles (oh. my. god.) and a bag of fudge (surprisingly odd - skip them). You don't have to stand in the line to get to these, but you will have to find a way to merge back into the line to pay, which was a bit annoying and confusing. Words cannot truly describe how good this chocolate is. You simply must try it. Lots of it. read more

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You're getting off the train at the Brugge station and you're naturally thinking about fries, waffles and chocolate. Well let me tell you where to enjoy your chocolate. Dumon Chocolatier's story started back in 1992 with Stephan Dumon. With a goal of exquisite chocolate (really, is there any other chocolate?) they built this small empire of chocolate stores all around belgium. Specifically here in Brugge there are a few chocolate stores that are not as prominently in your face as some of the "lesser" places. Be careful because all of the cheaper stuff lines the street on your way to the main square and by the time you find Dumon, you'll have bought your fill. That would be a mistake! Take your time and explore a bit before you commit to your "preferred" chocolate. When you find Dumon, you'll know what I'm talking about. Their chocolate is delicate, yet complex. Beautiful and clearly carefully crafted. My favorites are truffles and they did not disappoint. Be sure to grab your free sample because, well, why not? Again, hold your horses until you find Dumon. It's the chocolate place to go and the perfect place to find some of the best chocolate that Belgium has to offer. read more

Rating: 100/100 pts At the heart, I am a lifetime chocolate eater. So believe me when I say that it is without the slightest resonance of levity that I claim these chocolates to be among the best I've ever had in my life. I was fortunate enough to receive a box of Dumon from a friend that had been passing through Brugge. What appeared to be a petite, unpretentious square package turned out to be a marvelous, triple decked Pandora's box of some of the greatest cacao-based creations ever to graze my unsuspecting tongue. It had been a while since I'd had some real European chocolate. You know, the kind that with a single taste all at once reminds you of the inanity of mass-produced American brands, and commands veneration for the grandness and dignity of authentic, tradition-rooted chocolate from the Old World. Each of the 28 or so pieces in my box possessed these traits, but simultaneously were each unique in their own right. Most had an exterior flavor (dark, milk, or white) plus an interior flavor (peanut, almond, strawberry, pistachio), and Dumon has done an exquisite job of pairing up each one (bolder interiors for the white chocolates, sweeter interiors for the dark chocolates, etc), keeping every morsel interesting. Aside from flavor, texture-wise the chocolate is so rich and creamy that every bite has that "verge of melting" consistency as it reaches your tongue. It's so wonderful an experience that I doubt you can hold a rational conversation for the first minute or so after eating one. I regret not having been able to go to the shop myself, but I assure you that Dumon has become a must-stop for when I do visit Belgium. At that time, in addition to buying boxes to take home, I think I'll try me some of their famous hot chocolate. I just hope it'll be a cold day when I do. read more

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Smooth, creamy, melt in your mouth, not too sweet and flavorful! Yum! Dumon chocolates are the best I've ever sampled. Period. Well worth the money. I tried Mary Chocolatier and Neuhaus in Brussels and both were subpar compared to Dumon. I regret not buying more since we went here during our last day in Brugge and during closing time too! They didn't have a store in Brussels so I wasn't able to buy more to bring home :( http://monkeyseemonkeyfeast.blogspot.com/2012/08/dumon-chocolatier.html read more

Just go here. While it's not necessarily the absolute "best" according to my Flemmish foodie connection, and while grandma (from Antwerp) said the pralines were a bit "sweet," it's still dang good. And I mean sinfully good. I've had chocolates all over Belgium, and these rank in my top 2. And they're pretty and artful and just plain decadent fun. We got a 500g sampler to take in the car, and in the span of two days, devoured the entire thing. They will even give you a chiller for transport. Yes, some were sweet. But none were bad. And "sweet" is relative; to an American palate, they won't be overly sweet. Note: comments on the staff are unwarranted. Linguistic and cultural differences are worth overcoming for divine chocolates. read more

Beautiful building. Friendly service. Good prices. Heavenly chocolates in little black boxes. Sweet times in Brugge! read more

Dumon is amazing. It's located right behind the main Market Square in the cutest little structure. The chocolates are smooth and heavenly and even their sugar free versions are the best I've ever tasted. I didn't catch her name but the lady helping me that day was kind, caring and very helpful - you can tell she has true passion for her work and enjoys what she does every day. read more

Phenomenal chocolates (best in town), but horrendous customer service. The blonde lady with glasses was sarcastic and rude to my girlfriend and I after we politely asked for 2 separate baggies of personally selected chocolates. Not the end of the world to ask for 2 separate bags, we just wanted to walk through town enjoying our own delights. Followed by other sarcastic comments and feeling rushed by telling us to "start from the left".. just not a very nice experience. Sorry Dumon, but you lost a potential returning customer read more

This is the most outstanding, unique chocolate I've ever had. My boss brought these chocolates back from his recent vacation and they've changed my life... Each piece is so extraordinary. The type of chocolate, and what is paired with it on the inside is brilliant. For example, I had a dark chocolate piece, in the shape of a dog and it had peanut butter on the inside! So decadent! And today, a white chocolate flower that had vanilla on the inside. It's apparent that the Chocolatiers take great pride in their work and it shows with the presentation and taste. I hope someday to go there in person. I don't want to finish all my candies because it's not easy to get more. Highly recommended! read more

I bookmarked this shop on Yelp before arriving in Brugge. I knew I wanted to bring back some Belgian chocolate to share with my friends. I purchased a pack of chocolate swans and some speculoos cookies. I have to say, their chocolate is mediocre. It's a little waxy, very flavorful, and doesn't have a good mouth feel. The cookies were pretty good, especially when paired with a soft cheese. Get your chocolate elsewhere. Maybe in another Belgian city or at a market in London (this is where I had the best chocolate during my visit to Europe). read more

Expensive. But come on, Belgian chocolate. O.G. They are making that stuff old-school. My wife was a happy camper after getting her box of chocolates, and we very much appreciated the staff giving us lots of info about the making process of them, and some free tastes. read more

Reviewing a chocolate shop in Belgium hardly seems necessary in some ways: they're all wonderful. This one is small and quaint. It's also good for kids as they make lots of chocolates in different fun and seasonal shapes (http://www.chocolatierdumon.be/acties.html) . Even their regular chocolates come in the shape of horse heads, strawberries, and swans (http://www.chocolatierdumon.be/produktoverzicht.html) in addition to normal shapes. We bought a small mixed box, tied up with a bow. It didn't last the train trip back to Brussels. There are three locations of Dumon's chocolate shops: this one, another one in Bruges on Walstraat and one in Torhout. read more

This is the original Dumon chocolatier. We made the mistake of thinking it was a franchise and we were immediately corrected. Their chocolates were wonderful. The little ol' lady was so cute. I would have bought more chocolates! read more

This place has ruined any chocolate that I can get in the US forever! The chocolate from Dumon is simply divine. The smells once you walk into the shop are heavenly and the employees are so friendly. The chocolate is made fresh all day long and the cashier gave us several samples. He also helped us to pick out a good selection of chocolates to take home. My husband found out that you can ship to the US and I am strongly considering coughing up the cash to do so! read more

This is definitely a place where you get what you pay for. Friendly service, nice selection and located just behind Markt. I spent €100 for a bag full of presents to take home and I may still go back. Very pleasant experience. read more

Wow. Okay first of all let me just say that the chocolate was fantastic. A little bit overpriced but hey it's a touristic area what more can I expect? However the staff was just plain rude, ignorant and shameless. I was buying some chocolate for my mum and I picked up the dark chocolate orange sticks that sell for €8 per box which has about 25-30 sticks. I was unsure about the taste so I asked if I could try just a tiny bit as a sample. But I was so unpleasantly surprised by the woman at the till as she said I'd have to pay 50 cent for a tiny stick of chocolate... What a disgrace. I'm never going to go back and I am definitely not recommending this place. read more

I googled best chocolate in Brugge and this one came up. There are so many places and almost impossible to figure out which one is best. I tried this place and it taste really good and won't disappoint. read more

Crazy good hot chocolate - I think the best I've ever experienced. Try the ginger or espresso hot chocolate too!! We loved them! The folks here were super helpful and patient (we had tons of questions) and in turn we bought lots of good delicious stuff. I will be back - wonderful shop and filled with tasty treats!! We just popped in here because - surprise - it started to rain. Well, that was our lucky day. read more

Deliciously creamy and dreamy chocolates! I fell in love with Bruges and these chocolates!

Bruges has dozens of chocolate shops. What makes this one distinct and golden for some diet chocolate fanatics is their extensive range of stevia-sweetened cocoabean pruducts. Not sugared but delicious and a perfect gift for the right friend. read more

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The chocolate is fantastic, but the lady (I believe she is the owner) needs an attitude change. She was extremely rude and unhelpful. Very disappointing. read more

Oh my...the best chocolate in Bruges IMHO. Reasonable price for the quality. Very nice staff.

Excellent chocolate shop - very friendly staff. Our favourite in Bruges by far! They take the time to help you pick exactly what you like - and the shop itself is really quaint too. read more

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Unless you like smooth, sweet candy as your truffles, this place has really bad chocolate. Too much sugar not enough cocoa. As other reviewers said, service seems lacking. We didn't have problem with our purchases, but the woman doesn't seem to have a friendly nature. La Maison is WAY better (& a little pricier). And if you want something cheaper, go to Jan du clerk chocolatier (15min walk from this Dumon); their chocolates & truffles taste the same if not better, @ 1/3 the price. read more