I love Leonidas Chocolate, i had them when i was in Brussels last year and the quality and taste is…read morejust as good in their Irish stores. so many types of yummy melty chocolate, why is it so bad for you? my one annoyance about this place though is its name, how the hell do you pronounce it? everyone seems to have a different way of saying it that they believe is the correct way! its so bad that i just cannot discuss these delicious drops of heaven because im never sure if im saying the name right and i dont want to look like a big eejit when i say "lee oh knee das" ! somebody help me!

I remember very clearly having a relationship-defining argument over the proper way to pronounce…read more"Leonidas"... the only outcome being a deep love of these hand-dipped chocolates (ok, and knowing I'm right in pronouncing it "Lee-Oh-Nigh-Dass", as opposed to his insistence on "Leony-Dass" ...whatever). The chain seems to have shrunk in the last four or five years, and spotting the open window on the Royal Hibernian Way was a delightful surprise. At last, those little almond-topped nougat squares draped in rich white chocolate can be mine. The hours are a bit funny though and it's not the cheery, luxe experience that competitor Butler's has going; but sometimes there's nothing sweeter than Leonidas... and being right.

On my solo Birthday adventure through Ireland, I was in a need of a serious manicure. The one I had…read moregotten in the states chipped in two days and for the last couple of days I was walking through the beautiful streets of Dublin with chipped nails and hoping that by a miracle I could find a spot to have them done. Well, how does my nails being chipped and looking for a place to get a manicure have to do with Butler's Chocolates.. I promise there is a connection. While getting my manicure I struck up a conversation with a lovely woman from Dublin. I asked her if she could suggest a good coffee place and she asked if I like chocolate with coffee? Was this an earth angel before me? Anyone that knows me knows that I am obsessed with chocolate. So much so that I eat a box to myself. That is another story. When I heard her words instantly I said yes, and she recommended I head to Butlers chocolate and not only try their chocolates but that I had to have their hot coco. I saved the name in my brain and couldn't wait to have the manicurist finish my nails so I could be on my way. After some time, I found myself out the door and bee lining my way to find this place. Turns out there in multiple locations in Dublin but the one closest to where I was, was literally around the corner. As I walked in I could see the place was packed with people. The chocolates were all on display and looked delicious as well as drink orders being sent out. I ordered a hot coco and grabbed a couple of caramel crunch bars and with every drink order you get a free chocolate, so I decided to get a dark chocolate. I was lucky to find a bar stool seat and waited patiently for my hot coco. When it arrived let me tell you. The deliciousness that was in that cup from the chocolate shavings on top to the perfect froth and flavor. Divine and heaven in a cup. I sat there and savored every drop it was so delicious. If you are in Dublin this place is a must stop for all your chocolate needs. You will not be disappointed... The only disappointment I have is that there are no Butler chocolates locations in the US, for not Ill have to make Dublin a place to visit often to enjoy the yummy treats of Butler's Chocolate!

This is a wonderful place for coffee, hot chocolate, chocolate and a little snack. I was here on a…read morenice day and needed just a little treat after a whole heck of a lot of walking. I was greeted with a a friendly hello, was able to get an ice mocha and to my surprise a free piece of chocolate with my drink! That is what set it over the top for me! I got the dark chocolate salted caramel which was a nice treat a little later in the day!

It's hard to beat Leonidas. Belgian chocolates at their best. I think part of the pleasure is at…read morelooking at the rows upon rows of chocolates and truffles laid out before you. They are little bits of perfection and just look delicious. Boxes are made up to your taste or ready to go. I love the white chocolate truffles, they are to die for... but hey, I'm not picky. I'd eat the whole box if I had the chance!

What a fabulous chocolate shop!…read more All of the chocolates are fresh and handmade, they let you pick your own too. These are famous chocolates from Belgium! I met the owner, a Belgian lady called Inge, who recently opened the shop with her Irish partner Declan. She was really lovely, she told me all about how she came from Belgium to open a Belgian chocolate shop in Dublin after falling in love with an Irish man. Very warm, welcoming friendly service and possible the best chocolate you'll ever taste!

We were four. We sat inside. Two espresso based drinks and two fizzy drinks…read more Staff friendly and efficient. We got to pick a choccy each with our drinks and for as long as they do we'll support the brand. We do like a deal. The chocs were tip top too. They had customer toilets that would benefit from routine cleaning.

What's not to love about a chocolate Café. The assortment of truffle and all kinds of chocolates…read moreand other delicious desserts, and pastries plus a variety of coffees was amazing. I'm in Ireland and everything is beautiful. Then I come across a gorgeous little café to take a much needed respite from walking the beautiful streets of Temple bar.I'm in love with this place.

OMG their hot chocolate is to die for. Made from real chocolate I was transported to heaven via the…read morechocolate milky way and drifted back on a rapturous cloud. They have a very diverse selection of chocolate to choose from which they will melt in milk for you. I had the roasted hazelnut while my friend had the chilli dark chocolate. The third amiga had a capuchino which wasn't bad either and we shared banoffi crepes which were yum yum. You can also purchase some of the chocolate slabs they have to sell. You break it off and it's sold by the kilo.

From the owner: Handmade artisan chocolate.read more

Thorntons is on the ground floor of Stephens Green and basically sells lots of things that will big…read moreyou big and round. Yummy delicacies like chocolate, ice cream and toffee. Yum! It's an English company, and there stores have slowly started dotting around Dublin and beyond. I like their chocolate, but I have to say, I think it's a poor man's Butlers. Controversial! I just think everything is just so packaged and thrown out there - there's not a whole lot of luxury attached to the brand. However, I do like their Easter eggs, especially the way you can have them personalised by having the person's name written on them in white chocolate. Oh, and they also have those chocolate fountain things in all their stores too. Irresistible!

Thornton's is the spot to feast on some creamy chocolate, toffee, fudge, ice-cream or sweeties…read more The choccie flavours are tempting - from dessert delights like hazelnut slice and cherry truffle to fruity, champagne treats. However, giving Thornton's as a gift doesn't feel like a particularly special gesture to me - more liking giving dairymilk tray than some truly luxurious, scrumptious choccies. I agree with Kate - I'd rather opt for Butlers or even Lily O'Briens. Plus you'd be buying Irish! However, it is the perfect place to pop in for some colourful, novelty stocking-fillers or Easter bunny gifts.

This place is so cute and decadent. The atmosphere reminds me of a quaint coffee shop (which, I…read moresuppose, it is). I went here for breakfast and ordered their Irish Porridge with seasonal fruit, cream and toasted almonds along with a blueberry scone (can't visit a tart shop and not order a dessert). The porridge was huge. There was no way that I needed both the porridge and the scone but when in Dublin... It was creamy and had a great thick texture. The scone was light and fluffy and paired well with the butter and jam they give you. My only complaint was that I would have liked a larger cup of jam for my scone but only because it was so good! I would definitely go back and I highly recommend this place.

This location is permanently closed and has reopened Asia Valentino…read more Apple Maps still takes you to it, but you have to be looking for the il Valentino!!

No complaints- a queue but moved quick, and with our coffees we get one free chocolate, both of…read morewhich were tasty (latte and salted caramel). Flat whites were a solid choice each time we had them and staff were nice and coffees didn't take long to come out.

Oh no. I got recommended to this cafe by a local and I really wanted to like this spot…read more I ordered the matcha kiwi lemonade and hot chocolate as well as a few chocolate bars as souvenirs. Unfortunately the matcha kiwi lemonade did not have a hint of any matcha flavour at all. It just tasted like a kiwi soda. Not worth the price. The hot chocolate was very heavy and overly sweet. Haven't tried the chocolate bars yet but based on the drink I had I don't think the taste was up to par for the price.