HÅKAN Chocolatier is one of my favorite places in Beacon! I'm a regular here and stop by often to treat myself or pick up beautiful chocolates as gifts for family and friends. The quality is exceptional, and every chocolate is crafted with so much care that they're always a hit. During the fall and winter, this is my go-to spot for their incredible hot chocolate. It's rich, velvety, and hands down one of the best I've ever had. My daughter absolutely loves it too, so it's become one of our favorite seasonal traditions. The pastries are also fantastic--I highly recommend the Cardamom Bun--and the cozy atmosphere makes it the perfect place to relax. My friend and I have even made it a tradition to stop by after our Pilates classes for a sweet treat and a warm drink. The staff is always welcoming and attentive, and while the products are premium, they're absolutely worth every penny. If you're in Beacon, HÅKAN Chocolatier is a must-visit for chocolate lovers. read more

Hakan Chocolatier - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Beacon, New York

DAMN. Well, this place is such a vibe, the ambiance inside just gives you the urge & curiosity, to try what they're offering behind the counter & man let me tell you... Thee Chocolates are bombs of flavors, one after the other, & theres such a variety & they look so yummy, i mean... Needless to say, but my gf loved them and it was for Valentines Day. So, win win. Pricey, but worth it for exquisite chocolates. Service is friendly, helpful, & cool. CHECK IT OUT. read more

Went there for the taste of deacon festival they had yesterday they'll give me samples of their truffles. OMG there was so good. I can't wait to go back and just order a bunch of to take home and they were very friendly about it. They gave nice full-size samples bought a place we were just giving little taste. They gave full-size truffles. read more

I stopped off here today, got some different chocolates. Dragonbreath - ruby chocolate with habanero. Sweet and spicy, tasty. Goat cheese- sweet and salty, ok. Kalamansi Cardamom- very strong lime flavor, very good. Key like pie - almost caramel like texture and flavor, not a fan. Overall: May be back to, but not sure, pretty pricy. read more

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Love this place. The ambiance is posh, and the chocolates are well-placed; they look beautiful. We tried their yuzu licorice and macadamia chocolate both of which were delicious. Their baked goods looked great too but hopefully will try some other time. read more

This shop made me feel like I was in Reykjavik or Copenhagen, and the founder is Swedish. The aesthetic is so cool and the chocolates are fantastic. They also offer cocktails and spiked hot chocolates. I tried the one with rum and it was so good! Perfectly blended and not too sweet. The shop offers an impressive variety of truffles with traditional and creative flavor combinations. They also sell chocolate bars in a variety of flavors, hot chocolate mixes and even chocolate and peanut butter bars that look similar to protein bars. An essential stop on any visit to Beacon! read more

Hakan Chocolatier - Passionfruit, key lime and hazelnut truffles + hot chocolate with spiced rum - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Beacon, New York

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I've never been a huge chocolate fan, but after visiting Hakan Chocolatier, I think I've finally tasted good chocolate. The employee who worked there gave me a sample of their dark chocolate truffle which was melt in your mouth delicious. I've never tasted a truffle that good!! She also told me it was dairy free which was amazing for me. Each and every one of their chocolates looked to be carefully crafted and delicate, it was hard not to admire them. They all had a beautiful luster to them, and it just looked delicious. The shop is pretty big, and there were tables and seats as well as a glass window allowing people to view their kitchen. The interior reminded me a bit of a rock themed shop and it was really welcoming. Hakan is located further down from the metro-north, so it's about a 7-10ish minute walk, but it's a beautiful town so the stroll down to the shop is very relaxing. I got their dark chocolate, one was a bit higher in cocoa and the other a bit lower- the 50-70% cocoa tasted much better so I recommend getting that instead! read more

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The shiny chocolates are literally a work of art! Genuine respect for the chocolatiers at this establishment! The coffee is spectacular as well! Special shoutout to: Shadoe Tegan Cleveland Kate read more

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Stopped here on my way to my great aunt's 90th birthday event. The place is so nice cool vibe, I could totally see poetry readings, or jazz being played there (it wasn't but a girl can dream). The older gentleman that assisted me was very pleasant. I picked out multiple chocolates that build their smallest box which holds nine. I also picked up protein bars for my best friend and some dark chocolate and a no sugar protein bar for my great aunt. Matcha was amazing, I also had one that was sour on the outside and sweet on the inside as soon as you get into it it exploded in your mouth. It was soooooooo good. I see why my best friend raves about this place. The next time I'm in New York, I'm making another visit here and purchasing enough to hold me for at least six months. I've purchased 13 protein bars, nine bonbons, and a bar of dark chocolate with cardamom and my total came out to around $126. Money well spent. read more

Hakan Chocolatier - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Beacon, New York

Super vibed out layout. I love the lone leather couch, and neon sign. The chocolates are prepared in house, and their kitchen is open to view as you order and/ or wait for your beverage order. I ordered an extra hot almond hot chocolate because the weather was perfect for it. The counter person was patient as a choose my single chocolate truffle. Nye' shot some photographs as I enjoyed my Hot Chocolate at a quaint little window seat. Definitely worth a try if you are in this Beacon neighborhood. read more

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Excellent bon bons! Champlain strawberry. Macadamia marzipan, cognac, and others were all excellent! Small shop selling a few other sweets, but the bon bond are the star. read more

Hakan is a genius - you must try a bonbon! I went here everyday I visited Beacon - that is how good the chocolate is here. The staff are super nice and friendly. I highly recommend the Quake, but you can't go wrong with any of the choices. I love the giant window where you can see the chocolate being made. The shop is chic and feels luxurious. read more

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I love bonbons and have had a lot of them from near and far, these are probably some of the best I've ever had. High quality, unique flavors, melt in your mouth deliciousness. I've been here twice. The first time I had these 2 years ago, I thought they were phenomenal but wasn't sure if I was just enamored by the cool vibes of the store and the appearance of the chocolates. The second time confirmed they're just amazing, high quality chocolates. Will definitely stop by any time we're visiting the Hudson valley. read more

Drove up from the city to spend an afternoon in the area. Their chocolates are works of art and much more elevated than many other chocolate shop. The cookies and cream chocolate bar was decadent, the salted chocolate chip cookie delicious, and my husband loved his chocolate with salted caramel. You should save room for dessert after dinner and walk here. read more

The selection is very creative and delicious. I recommend this experience. It's not the usually bon bon. It's something you really need to go there and try it. Wonderful and delicious read more

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I came here on the Eat Beacon crawl but I wish I had checked this place out ages ago! As an all around chocolate fan, the chocolate "bombs" here are really good. If you need a gift for someone or just want to treat yourself, it's worth checking out! read more

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Trust me on this. Hakan makes the best chocolate chip cookie ever. I stop in to buy one or two every time I visit Beacon and every time the cookie tastes BETTER than I remember. Great coffee too. Friendly service. Cozy spot. Highly recommend. read more

My favorites from the variety I got was Dragon's breath: not too sweet, I can taste the dark choc with habanero finish. Raspberry bomb: this is the first chocolate I tried and I like it the most! There's a perfect balance of sweet , bitterness from dark chocolate and fruitiness from the raspberry with a hint of rosemary. I'll buy this again. Sakura: I didn't like the harmony of whiskey and chocolate in my palate. Sorry, but I prefer my yamazaki clean! Yuzu licorice: unsure if I like licorice but I gambled for this cuz I love yuzu. Surprisingly, it was yummy, licorice was not too strong. Soursop: I love soursop and this one didn't disappoint me. Passion fruit: this is my favorite fruit on earth. However, I find this passion fruit filled chocolate too sweet and lacking tartness. Tamarind cardamom: the cardamom took over the whole choc experience, I was expecting it to have more tamarind tartness. Red currant: taste like a normal truffle to me. I also got the white chocolate bar but didn't get to taste it yet. read more

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TLDR: one of my favorite sweet experiences of 2022. Can't wait to come back up for another Sakura truffle or cardamom bun! Went to beacon with a group of friends just to get out of the city for a weekend and happened to stumble across this place on the first day. I ended up coming here three days in a row because I loved it so much. I tried every truffle over the three days and while I loved every single one, my favorites were the Sakura, kalamansi cardamom, quake, and goat cheese. I think the star of hakan for me was actually the cardamom bun. I typically get cardamom buns frequently in the city and Hakan's was the best cardamom bun I've had. Overall, loved this place, service was friendly and I hope to return again. read more

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Absolutely great coffee; pastries baked in house. And of course the chocolates are amazing. I've also had their sandwiches and they are fresh and delicious on fresh baked bread. This place is a gem. Friendly service too. Owner is Swedish and he knows what he is doing. read more

Hakan Chocolatier - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Beacon, New York

I am so happy to live near Beacon as I stumbled upon this gem of a chocolate store during my birthday celebration. My husband took me to get their famous hot chocolate and sweets; I never heard of this place and immediately was blown away by the hospitality of the staff, aroma of fresh chocolates and the vintage decor. This place gets packed very quickly so I suggest going at an early time, I arrive around 2pm and it wasn't packed. I can see why it's so popular and even on social media. We ordered the classic hot chocolate drink and it melts in your mouth. The fuzzy, warm feeling immediately kept me happy during these cold, brisk walks. My husband got a mocha and he's not a coffee person but immediately enjoyed the drink. As for the sweets, we got the Macadamia Delight, Dragons Breath, Gingerbread and Sour Soursop which were all amazing. I cannot wait to go back to try different sweets and cookies! It's expensive but it's worth the price as it's all made fresh in house. read more

Hakan Chocolatier - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Beacon, New York

Causally walking past here and wanted to try the artisan delights and was not disappointed, flavor combinations I never thought I would see existed, and man each bite was like journey through the universe of chocolate unbounded by imagination. The chocolate itself really does look so pretty when I was deciding on what I wanted, they looked like marbled pieces of glass art with designs and shine. read more

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This place... so worth the stop! Suoer nice people that own and work there. Everything I've eaten here is amazing.. and I eat a lot!! read more

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Gorgeous Swedish-style chocolate shop and cafe that is surprisingly vegan-friendly. Loved the vegan hot chocolate. Super cozy spot that I can't wait to return to. read more

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Hakan has no competition in the chocolate or coffee game that I've found. Before you die, you have to go in and at least try the Quake piece. Trust me, there's a surprise inside Absolutely obsessed with the interior of the business. The dark atmosphere complimented by the neon sign and the couch makes it feel incredibly warm and comfortable but at the same time fresh, young, and trendy. Open viewing kitchen concept through the large glass is incredibly fun to watch them work their magic on how they create these incredible works of art they call good. I've had two different employees behind the counter when I've gone to visit and both have been 10/10 in terms of friendliness and helpfulness. Love every aspect of this business. Excited to go back and try their mouth watering sandwiches. read more

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We learned about Håkan Chocolatier from the 2024 Dandelion Advent Calendar & decided to order his signature 25 bonbon Chef's Collection box allowing him to choose the best combination of flavors specifically & especially for my Valentine. Although one bonbon was crushed in transit, it did not affect the deep & rich flavors Hakan manages to capture in his bonbons. So far Jane has enjoyed & savored Sakura Whiskey, Bailey's Irish Cream & the eye popping Passion Fruit Explosion. As a trained chef & chocolatier herself, Jane knows & appreciates great chocolate & Hakan has the rare ability to concentrate & capture the essence & flavor he is featuring in his bonbons. This is an experience you need to enjoy multiple times in a lifetime. Buy Hakan Bonbons! read more

Hakan Chocolatier - This is the Chef's Collection box where you let Hakan know your preferences & allow him to pick out special bonbons specific to your tastes - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Beacon, New York

We love, love, love this place. The chocolates are the best I've ever had. And the people are the sweetest. It is a true blessing to have them here in downtown Beacon! read more

They make the best espresso drinks in town that I've found. They know how to pull real espresso creamy shots and foam is on point. Chocolate truffles are also really fabulous with rotating flavors to try. Ambience is also really charming and cozy. Love it here. read more

What a cool place to see chocolate making and have a hot coco. Service- friendly staff is a good thing here. Someone broke a glass and they are so chill about it. The line can build up easily. Food - a hot coco on a cold day and some chocolate to top this off. This is the place for that. I would order some boxed chocolate for gifts. Ambiance - I love the leather couch and a chocolate making behind the glass. The decor is amazing and fun like a boutique hotel lobby. read more

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Seeking chocolate around the world has become a hobby, so it's always a pleasure to find exceptional chocolate pretty close to home. This chocolatier creates a special experience with techniques to match the best in the world. I cannot name the exciting flavors of their truffles or their 'spheres', because I tried too many to count, but the variety and quality were just what I was looking for. There was one that was a secret flavor, adding to the joy of this treat. Highly recommended, but expect it to be pricey (but worth it!). read more

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It was a hit! I wanted the best chocolates for a bridal sprinkle I was hosting for the prettiest bride (daughter-in-law to be) who has a very refined taste for chocolates. I am so happy i decided to order them via mail since I was not able to pick up in person because I was out of town. HÅKAN Chocolatier especially Steven P. made sure i had them in time for my event and in perfect condition (tbh-UPS made a glitch on the address-still cant comprehend-UPS get it together please). But the best part was that everyone including the bride were happy and excited with the flavors. It became a fun and interactive moment with the QR code exploring the flavors and choosing their favorites to take home in a cute baggy as favors. Can't wait to visit in person and delight myself with the most delicious bonbons ever made. Thank you once again! very satisfied customer! LC read more

I love handmade chocolate and so when my husband and I walked by this store, I had to go in. I didn't take any photos but I grabbed a few chocolates to bring home. Each piece was delicious though I especially enjoyed the "macadamia" and "quake" (for the fun surprise.) The owner is lovely and I would definitely come back. read more

You're entering a magical chocolate fantasy! Håkan Is a classically trained chocolatier. We'll get back to the chocolate, but you must see the chocolate dragon that he is working on in his spare time. In demand as a chocolate sculptor, he turns down posh gigs to focus on his Beacon clientele. And focus he does! His truffles and bombs are spectacles to admire. And the taste, OH MY GOODNESS! read more

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Welcome to the neighborhood- this 5 month old business is a gem! A beautiful room with a big looking glass into the chocolate factory! One piece more delicious than the next and all of them are so pretty. Like little pieces or art. read more

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(4.25) ~ Very good overall Chocolatier. Raspberry Rosemary Bomb is a (5) Excellent. Cardamom Hot Chocolate is (4) very good and everything else we tried were also very good (4). read more

Best coffee in Beacon. Seriously. I'm not a big sweets person, but I love the sandwiches and energy bars. The cardamom buns are also spectacular. I have tried the chocolates, and they are amazing, but again, come here for the coffee over any of the 17 other coffee places in Beacon. Owners and workers are also the nicest people in town. read more

Fantastic, delicious, unusual chocolates. Outstanding quality, friendly, and really interesting flavor combinations. A gem in the Beacon landscape. read more

I wanted to find a cafe that did hot chocolate and I found it! They are a chocolatier so they offered delightfully beautiful bon bons to buy separately or to gift in a box. I picked up a delicious chocolate/toffee cookie -- so rich and tasty I saved half of it for later, which I enjoyed for a second sitting. The hot chocolate could've been more chocolatey but that's a personal preference. I absolutely loved their seating in the elevated windows as if we were on display but also because it provided the best natural lighting. Such a cute and cozy place for a break from walking around Beacon. read more

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Everything is absolutely delicious, this morning was 2 cinnamon buns, 1 cardamom bun and a chocolate croissant( not all for me unfortunately). Incredibly light and flaky, bursting with flavor. My only issue is trying to choose between all the amazing offerings. The raspberry rosemary bombs really are the bomb. I suggest if you're even remotely near Hakan's to stop in and sample as much as possible, you will be thrilled you did. read more

Stunning chocolate shop. So elegant and articulate and the gentleman behind the counter was incredibly welcoming, informative, genuine, and kind. He took such pride in explaining each item off the menu and the history and mission of the business. Everything was fairly priced and the quality is unmatched. I could have grabbed a book and hung out there all day. read more

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