We purchased Zak's chocolates as part of a holiday gift. The online purchase and in-store pickup…read morewas seamless. I appreciated the prompt communication from the business when I requested pickup a bit early. I wasn't able to make it during their business hours, but let them know a courier would arrive to do so on my behalf. They immediately let me know when the order was picked up, and even sent a nice thank you. The chocolates themselves were beautiful. We purchased a larger assortment, and I loved the creative flavor options and wide variety of flavors to fit every palate. Our gift recipients gave them rave reviews. Supporting a local artisanal maker is worth the additional cost to me, and knowing the assortment was something that couldn't be found in a Godiva box made it all the more special & unique. We will absolutely be back as these chocolates make unique and delicious gifts.

WOW! I drove from Los Angeles to try these chocolates and…read moreit was 100% worth it. These chocolates are perfect, not too sweet, melt in my mouth, beautiful presentation and reasonably priced. These chocolates are very high quality and I now have a reason to come back to Scottsdale. The mug is so nice, very high quality. I bought 2 boxes and loved every piece. They are better than most chocolates I buy in Beverly Hills. I'm so happy Zak makes such high quality chocolates. This was the highlight of my trip.

I have always been fascinated by Charlie and Chocolate Factory and the amazement of what the…read morefactory looks like behind closed doors. For about twelve years, I have made Cerreta's my go-to place to find local candies and chocolates to give as gifts, treats for my wife, co-workers, and me, and an all-around fun experience. Whether it is Glendale's Chocolate Affaire or getting local-made chocolate for any holiday, I've always had fun visiting the store as opposed to just purchasing their chocolates in local grocery stores. When you first walk into the store, you see the individual wrapped chocolates all the way on the left with the boxed and bagged gift sets in the middle aisle of the store, and taffies and other candies on the right side of that. Immediately to the right when you arrive is the factory itself and the entrance to their tour. Similar to Willy Wonka's chocolate factory, Cerreta's also provides tours of their chocolate-making process with special treats at the end. This is great for groups, classes, or families and always makes for a fun photo op and a tasty experience. Cerreta's offers candy and nuts, popcorn, barks, brittles, and toffee, taffy, gifts, novelty items, sugar-free items, merchandise, and holiday items, which you can also purchase online. When you arrive, you are typically offered a complimentary chocolate. On each visit, I'll typically get some gifts for out of town friends and family, some chocolates for my wife and I to share, and some to bring into the office. My wife's favorite chocolates are dark and milk chocolate fudge cream, dark orange melt away, milk chocolate raspberry melt away, and milk chocolate mousse. In addition to this, I also like white orange dreams, dark chocolate strawberry cream, milk chocolate vanilla cream, s'mores, and French mint. In fact, it is French mint that Cerreta's is known for. I have a conference next week, and I got a two pound box of French mints as a silent auction item for a charity fundraiser at the conference. You can visit the Cerreta's website at https://cerreta.com. In addition to online purchases, you can learn about locations around the state where you can buy their candies and/or chocolates, how to use the GrubHub delivery service, educational VIP tours and other teacher resources, and details on signing up for their newsletter to get the latest updates on new products and sales. Cerreta Candy Company is a family-owned business founded more than 50 years ago by Jim Cerreta, Sr., who moved to Arizona from Ohio. There are now four generations of the candy business overseeing the production and operations of the chocolates and candy. They are open Monday through Saturday from 8 AM to 6 PM and located in the heart of downtown Glendale with plenty of parking outside. The service is wonderful! I've never seen an employee who wasn't smiling working there. If you haven't been to Cerreta's yet, you HAVE TO go and check it out. There are gifts for any occasion, and creative gifts at that. But make sure you get something special for yourself when you visit. Enjoy!!

I've gone here for years…read more The treats are consistently delicious. Service is always friendly. They have a big parking lot, so I've never had an issue parking. They have tours and so many different candies to try and great gifts for the sweets lovers in your life. One thing that my minis are a fan of are the "make your own chocolate" so you can create custom treats. The chocolate is delicious and you get a decent selection of options to include for your custom treats. It's fun to do on a random day if you're trying to find things to do as a family or it'd be a cute day date tbh. Would I come back? Yes, always.

I live in Scottsdale and recently ordered two boxes of StoneGrindz truffles on their website for…read morelocal delivery. My order was delivered free and dropped at my door with an icepack! The truffles are delicious! And incredibly (truly hard to believe) are both vegan and gluten-free! I honestly couldn't tell. I asked how long they last and was told "Best fresh within 3 weeks. Keeping them in fridge will prolong freshness as well. The truffles will be good for months if no nut butters are added, texture will only begin to be compromised." Great customer service from a local small biz. Both boxes have beautiful wrappers and would make such a nice gift if I didn't eat them all already :)

Bought their blue espresso chocolate bar at a decadent coffee shop! Obsessed, purchasing for all my…read more friends. Ensure that you keep it cold in the fridge, perfection! The coffee beans produced and organically sourced from Peru, taste profile is profound. LOVE the marketing and aesthetic of the product- reminds me of a modern day "Willie Wonka" ticket granting access to gold.

So glad that I did not let the street being backed up stop me from stopping by Urban Cookies! As…read moresoon as I walked in I was greeted by an amazing aroma of fresh Cookies and cupcakes! I went with the oatmeal raisins and dump truck cookie that was sugar based with sprinkles, dusted with sugar sprinkles, and other amazingness! I could not get enough of that cookie! It was difficult to save any for home. Both were fresh, not super sweet, and oh so delicious! I can't wait to come back!

I can't tell if i liked my cupcake or hated it, so we'll just go right down the middle…read more I came here before driving back to Vegas and was amazed at the row of flavors they had. While the cashier didn't care if I lived or died after I told her how hard the decision was of choosing a pastry, i settled on a regular vanilla with vanilla icing. The crumb reminded me of the heavy butter cake from Mastro's. Kinda like cornbread if you've never had their butter cake. I prefer my cupcake slightly less dense. The frosting was good but felt like it didn't go well with the cake for some reason. After looking at the photo I took i wish i had leaned for a more adventurous flavor, but I'm just thankful I didn't get their gluten free/vegan option on accident!

What a wonderful experience we had at this truly all homemade, family run confectionery boutique…read more We were greeted by the family, offered samples and indulged in some delicious tasty treats, for ourselves and for gifts. Highly recommend this store if you are looking to spoil someone or yourself with delicious chocolates and candles.

We received a beautifully packaged box of chocolates from here. Each truffle is handmade and…read morevisually impressive. Unfortunately, we were not impressed with the taste. For example, the espresso flavor was very light, and the raspberry flavor tasted artificial to us. The tiramisu and cherry cheesecake flavors were decent.

This place not only has a physical location but they will show up at various festivals and events…read morethroughout the valley. I got to try out their chocolate dipped cheesecake which cost me $9. The service was friendly, but the cheesecake was below average. The chocolate was tasty then.

We had Large candy apples as thank you gifts for my granddaughter's quinceañera, and chocolate…read morecovered strawberries for the dessert table. I couldn't be more thrilled with the results! Each strawberry was perfectly dipped in rich, velvety chocolate that was absolutely delicious . They were beautifully presented and made for a lovely treat that everyone enjoyed. Everyone had more than one! The candy apples were equally impressive, with a delightful crunch and just the right amount of sweetness. They added a festive touch to her celebration and were a huge hit with everyone. I'm so grateful for the quality and care that went into these treats. If you're looking for delicious and beautifully crafted desserts for any occasion, I highly recommend these chocolate-covered strawberries and candy apples. They truly made our celebration even more special! They were delivered to the venue with care. We will certainly have them again.

I love there mango smoothie they have such a strong mango flavor and it's genuinely delicious I…read morecan't stop coming back

Chocolate covered strawberries always hit... this place kept it simple but clean... not the…read moremind-blowing dessert spot I expected but definitely not a letdown either... The staff though... A1 service... welcoming... patient... made the whole visit feel warm... even helped walk through the menu with suggestions that actually made sense... The vibe inside is chill... bright, tidy, and smelled like heaven... no sticky tables or messy counters... everything was in order and photo-op ready... Strawberries were fresh... chocolate was smooth... just wish there was a bit more oomph... maybe some texture or added flavor to take it up a notch... felt like it had potential to go viral but stayed safe... Would I come back? Yeah... not for the wow factor... but for how they made me feel walking in... sometimes customer service is the flavor... It's giving... edible mood board energy with room to glow up...

I came here on a Wednesday afternoon, very quiet but busy, most of the customers were on their…read morelaptop so I guess it seems like a place to study or work quietly? I ordered a pomegranate lemon breezer and a croffle. I didn't know what to expect with either but the drink was refreshing and the croffle was warm and tore apart like a croissant. It is clean inside too.

My family and I stopped by for coffee before our roadtrip and we all enjoyed our drinks. I liked my…read morePistachio Latte. I was expecting it to be a bit more sweet but it was still good and the coffee flavor was strong. There were ground up pistachios in it which was a nice touch, but there was definitely more than I would have preferred. I felt like every sip I took I had to chew as well. My boyfriend got the Karak Chai and he liked it and said it was strong. It's cute inside and there's plenty of seating. It would be a great study spot since there are a lot of tables. It's a bit pricey, but luckily when we went they were doing a BOGO 50% offer for all drinks.

I wanted this to be our last stop in Phoenix before we drove back to Cali... it is 11:06, and they…read moreare closed. I even text the number provided on the front door. What a bummer! Update.. I was contacted by the owner with an apology and discount code. Blessings! We will visit when we return back from Cali.

A unique & challenging chocolate with Asian Flare! She works all kinds but her Lychee and Yuzu and…read moreblack sesame stand out. My phone broke that had pics from her Scotts n phx based kitchen. Glad we have besides a relic GkebD candy fact. She is true and surpasses ANY fact in tge Valkey if the Sun. As an MBA grad Sun Devil, I wanted to in inly choc but summers lasting to winters of 122° just tempers my cocoa to no temper of a chicolatier let alone conch. Maybe Flaggstaff but not Tuxon either. SF here I go. Her flavorings are severly limited but she does so much more than just chocolates. However, the unique flavors are Spot In. Now tgats worth giing to an aoot and limited hours. Giving a gift- The Gift

Chocofin Chocolatier is such a lovely little gem. The chocolates are absolutely beautiful and the…read moredesserts are wonderfully decadent. We ordered the tiramisu and enjoyed it at one of the cozy tables inside. The staff kindly brought it out to us, which made the experience feel relaxed and welcoming. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is that they don't serve coffee, even though some Google reviews suggested they did. I was really looking forward to pairing a cup with my cake. It's not a huge issue since most people are coming in here for the ice cream and chocolates. Neat place to pick up a gift--they have chocolate that says Fountain Hills!

Fabulous chocolates!!!! We love the variety box. Was fun to come make a box for our friend, and we…read moreasked the gal to just pick 12 for us to make it easy. We also tried the raspberry and the banana ones and they were very good