The line (if there is one) goes quickly! Decadent chocolate ice cream or drinks- they have quite a…read moreselection, and this is a fantastic spot if visiting! They have free water too and ample space for a family to relax for a break.

I was genuinely disappointed by the hot chocolate here. I love hot chocolate and was excited to…read moreorder one, but for $8, I was honestly shocked by the portion size. The cup was TINY -- not even what I would consider a normal child-size serving. It felt much more like a small tasting or shot-size cup. I don't mind paying a premium for something special, but there needs to be some reasonable relationship between the price and what you're actually receiving. At $8 each, I expected an actual cup of hot chocolate, not a few sips. It unfortunately came across as unnecessarily stingy, especially for something as simple and comforting as hot chocolate. A more generous serving -- or at the very least making the unusually small size clear before ordering -- would make a huge difference. The hot chocolate itself may be lovely, but at this portion and price, I wouldn't order it again.

I love this place! I visit every time I'm in Asheville - it's in a great walkable area surrounded…read moreby a bunch of other shops and restaurants - and it never disappoints. I've had a bunch of their truffles (the spiked ones have a good kick, and the hot/spicy habanero caramels are actually to die for). Service is always pleasant and friendly too. It's a good thing I don't live too close because I would come here every day. I am also addicted to their drinking chocolate. Prepared as instructed, it makes a super thick, creamy and decadent treat but sometimes I swap it out for 2x the milk and enjoy a luxury hot chocolate. You can't go wrong with the Chocolate Fetish!

I have not been into a chocolate shop in a good while. The name alone is what caught me and I had…read moreto go inside from the bright red sign hanging in the window. The chocolates are priced by piece and they have something for everyone. I picked out four for myself and two for my friend: peanut butter cup pistachio Rocher a dark chocolate sea salt, caramel a chai moon truffle, and a cinnamon churro toffee. I indulged in my four pieces of chocolate, nice and slow when I was back at my hotel room lol. The dark chocolate peanut butter cup had to have been my favorite. The spicy pecan caramel really caught me off guard and I knew when I do go back and visit I will be bringing back a separate box for my husband of those and any other of their spicy chocolates and caramels. The inside was clean, well lit, and the staff were very friendly and helping choose different options.

Popped in after lunch for a sweet treat like we normally do when we visit. We got to meet Renn who…read morewas so helpful and friendly. They helped us pick out some chocolates: Mint Chip, Velvet (Dark Chocolate) and Birthday Cake to name a few. We also picked up some Dark Chocolate Bark to try. We will definitely be back!

Just like Harry said to Lloyd: "You totally redeemed yourself!"…read more We visited Downtown Chocolates in Brevard back in 2023. The chocolates were fantastic--we especially loved the White Squirrel Chocolate Pops. However, the service felt cold and unwelcoming; the woman working there seemed like she'd rather be anywhere else. That said, we decided to give it another try, hoping for a better experience--and it absolutely delivered. The young lady behind the counter today was warm, friendly, and made us feel right at home! We're thrilled they have her leading the front of the shop, and we'll definitely be back.

Everything is AMAZING! Service, Location, and most importantly the Chocolate Covered Oreos!! They…read morealso sell gelato! All of their chocolate desserts looked delicious but I went for the Oreos. Of course, they were delicious. I purchased 2 milk chocolate ones. They have a coffee bar as well. I would visit this place a million times a day if I could! It smells amazing and the staff is really friendly! They also have seating if you want to stay and eat your chocolatety treat! Parking isn't the best, especially on the weekends. However, I was lucky enough to get street parking in front of the store!

Walked over here after dinner. I had delicious hot chocolate and my son had chocolate ice cream so…read moreit was a win win for everyone. Very cute place and just perfect for after dinner.

Just what we needed after a long day. We made this our last stop after a day of visiting vineyards…read more The cheesecake was amazing and my husband had the signature brownie and he said that it was warm and tastes like it had just come out of the oven. I also had the alfagatto. One of the people with us had the hot chocolate with toasted marshmallow and she said it was really good. The service was good. They were really busy and I think there may have been only one or two people working that side and they were running. Can't wait to go back again

LOVE VENTURE! I haven't spent much time in their upstairs area where the coffee and chocolates are…read morebut I've ventured many a times to their downstairs wine bar. They have an expansive selection of wines, whiskey & bourbons, and a lovely assortment of desserts/appetizers/charcuterie. The downstairs ambiance is very cozy and swanky. I always feel like I'm in a big city war bar. The service is always great; everyone is attentive and give great wine recommendations.

We visited Baxley's Chocolates this weekend. First of all, the young woman who helped me was so…read morenice and enthusiastic about the ice cream flavors they sell. She made helpful suggestions and explained the flavor profile of each ice cream flavor I asked about, as if she was a sommelier. I ordered the horchata ice cream flavor in a waffle cone. It was creamy, milky, and had wonderful cinnamon notes. The other flavor had peanut butter. I think it was called peanut butter melt away. I heard it was good but I didn't try it because I was so happy with my own cone. I would definitely check out this spot if you're in the mountains near Sylva. Their homemade treats are yummy.

My boyfriend's parents wanted to make a special trip to Sylva while we were in the area because…read morethey'd had Baxley's homemade marshmallows before and wanted to get some more. They make marshmallows, but also turtles (called catamount paws here), nut brittles, sugar plums, chocolate coated orange peel and ginger. They also make beautiful truffles including unique flavors such as lavender and scuppernong wine. You can take truffle making classes if you're in town; they have them for both kids and adults! They also ship their products, including special packaging for warm weather for an extra fee, so if you're not nearby you can still get a taste! The fellow at the counter was very friendly and chatty. Definitely a spot to stop in Sylva.

Fabulous for walking via art area etc of Asheville... great stop.. we will be back for certainread more

After a hike, we stumbled upon this gem, and it felt like discovering a romantic, grown-up version…read moreof Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The aroma of chocolate wraps around you the second you walk through the door -- rich, warm, and completely unforgettable. There's an entire area where you can watch the actual machines they use to craft their chocolate, which adds so much charm and character. But our favorite part was the cozy coffee section. A simple caramel latte ended up being the highlight -- balanced, smooth, and exactly what we didn't know we needed. A little moment of serendipity we're glad we found.

oh boy my favorite go to for the best ice cream and chocolateslove love that purple daze !!!…read morepretty nice folks in there too specially the one that invited me to have a scoop of the best ice cream in town and she was right !and a waffle cone dipped in chocolate and sprinkles MY MY sooo good see you next time

My friend and I had run a long trail race in Tsali and were heading to dinner when we saw the…read moreChocolate Shoppe. We decided we definitely needed chocolate and were afraid it would be closed later so stepped in to grab some chocolate for after dinner. There were SO many choices! There was all kinds of chocolate, fudge, caramel apples and cookies as well as ice cream. I decided on two milk chocolate sea salt caramels. They were pricey -- $2 each. I ate them after dinner -- probably should have waited for them to warm up after sitting in the cold car but they were still good.

If you're familiar with Chocolate Fetish in Asheville, the owners here bought them. All good…read morechocolate! Try the cappuccino, Grand Marnier, dark salted caramel, cacao nib, and orange pepper for a little spice. Friendly owner, HUGE selection of truffles, fudge, bulk chocolates, and candies. The store is large and inviting. Warm lighting and a wow factor. Worth the trip and it's local vs. having to go to Asheville for chocolates.

I love stopping by Van's Chocolate while in Hendersonville, NC. It is a family-owned company that…read moremakes delicious treats. I first found the chocolate store when I took a tour of the area, and this was a stop. I've been coming back ever since. They have premade boxes or you can select your pieces from the case. The boxes are made with either assortments, all dark or all milk, or caramels. Then there are prewrapped treats throughout the store. I like that they have various items for many different holidays, whether Halloween, Christmas, Easter, Mother's Day or Valentine's Day. If you can't make it to the store, they have a website to order from.