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Tried two flavors of ice cream, mint and hazelnut, and both were delicious! The flavors were rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. Such a lovely spot in Boston for a sweet treat. Definitely worth a visit! The service was okay!
LA Burdick is a chocolate shop on Newbury Street, known for their decadent hot chocolate and high quality dessert and gift collection. The line here is always long, but it moves relatively quickly. The ambiance here is family friendly. However, there's limited seating inside and you have to have seating before being able to order their hot chocolate in a mug. When you order, there's 2 sizes for hot chocolates and you can get either a white chocolate, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate hot chocolate. The large milk hot chocolate was so rich and a perfect balance of cream to chocolate, which made it an optimal size to share amongst 3 people. The sweetness, warmth and texture make it a nice sweet treat on a cold or rainy Boston day. The drinks were a bit expensive, but this hot chocolate falls in my top 3. I'm glad that my friend recommended this place to recharge before dinner.
I had high hopes for this place as I've seen long lines going in as I've driven past and I've seen posts on social media that made it look very attractive. We came in looking for a dessert and as there were some empty tables decided to walk in. My friend and I both decided to go with a coconut chocolate cake. We found it to be somewhat dry and we were unimpressed with the flavors. I might need to go back and try their hot chocolate that they are so famous for.
L.A. Burdick is a chain of 7 chocolate shops (mostly on the East Coast). It was started by Larry Burdick, who trained as a chocolatier in Switzerland before opening the first location of in New York in 1987. This location on Newbury Street opened in 2012, but the shops are designed to look like shops in Paris, and I would have believed you if you told me the shop had been there for 50 years. I visited this week when I was in Boston for a conference. I wanted one of their hot chocolates (something they're known for, the offer hot chocolate in dark, milk, white, and spicy dark varieties and hot or iced), but I had dinner coming up soon and didn't want to be full before my meal. Fortunately, they offer so much more than just their hot chocolate - bonbons, pastries, coffee, tea, and more. I picked up a box of their bonbons so I could enjoy them later (and not risk being full for the meal in Boston I was really looking forward to). They were beautiful and delicious. The shop is charming, and the customer service was good. If I lived in Boston, I'd be there way too often - especially in the fall and winter. I'd love to return for their hot chocolate next time!
Yummmmmmm. This place is delicious and smells amazing. The only reason it's not 5 stars is because it's pretty pricey (though high-quality for what you get). I was recommended to try this place by two different people during my short trip to Boston. The gifts section is overwhelming in the best way (though my family isn't complaining about all I brought back, lol). Heads up if you get the drinking chocolate: it might get flagged at TSA for extra screening (since it's powder-ish). Not a huge deal, just keep it packed maybe at the top so it's easier to grab. I also got some drinking chocolate to have there, I chose the white chocolate. It was just a little cup and I still had a hard time finishing it (though I had just had a large lunch). The staff was also super friendly and helpful. There are a few small tables to sit at if you order something. I was able to find a seat but I can imagine it would get busy during peak times.
While visiting Boston, we had to go back to LA Birdick. They not only have great hot chocolate and pastries but tons of great homemade chocolate to take home too. The milk chocolate drinking chocolate is everything. It's so bold and velvety at the same time. We loved it. We also enjoyed the lemon cherry cake that had great flavor. It's a dangerous place with so many delicious things. When I go back to see my client, I'll definitely be back to try new things.
I'm not a huge chocolate fan, but I loved this place!!! They seriously have THE BEST chocolate drinks that I've ever tasted!!! Came here to get a hot chocolatey drink on a cold fall day before this place gets too busy for local folk in the winter season. I can definitely see why people wait in line in the cold for this though. This place is so cute on the inside, and it's filled with so much chocolate to purchase. The little shaped chocolates are so cute!!! I like that they have a little seating area as well. My partner and I both ordered a "mocha" type drink ... his with dark chocolate and mine with milk chocolate. These were seriously so heavenly, and I'm craving one right now just thinking about it. We also tried two desserts, which were well worth the price ... and the calories. This place is definitely a special occasion place. Not sure if I could afford this on a regular basis, but I'm so glad that I got to try it out. I definitely recommend this place ... even if you're not a chocolate lover. This place will definitely change your mind!!!
This charming chocolatier is cozy and packed with decadent chocolates and coco addicts searching for their fix. We loved the signature drinking chocolate and also had the Peru sourced version. I made sure to get the largest size, knowing my wife wouldn't be able drink all of hers, bonus for me! It was so good that I wished we lived closer. We savored it until it was gone. We also made sure to get a hand-selected box of chocolates to enjoy later and boy we did. I love to watch the employees and customers in places like this. The faces filled with comfort and happiness and they enjoys such treasures while they shared the experience with friends and family.
If you're ever visiting Boston, you must stop by and give this place a try. They specialize in chocolate and let me tell you, the hot chocolate is worth the hype. It's so creamy and the perfect sweetness. They also sell bags to take and make at home. It's truly a treat. The staff were knowledgeable and quick to get our order over to us. The small cafe setting is perfect to enjoy your drink and unwind.
the interior is so pretty and a great place to people watch. they have so many delicious chocolates to chose from. we got hot chocolate that came out quickly.
My husband and I were in the mood for some chocolates and popped in here to see what the hype was because from the outside looking in it was PACKED. Tells you a lot right there. When you walk in you're greeted with that delicious chocolate smell. There's two different lines, one for the pastries/drinks and one for just the chocolate bar. I got a milk hot chocolate (options being white, milk, or dark chocolate) and my husband got an herbal lemon tea. Both were PHENOMENAL. The chocolate coconut cake we got was a perfect combination because it wasn't too sweet so it paired nicely with my hot chocolate. Then we also bought some chocolates off the shelf which were also so good. I can see why this place was packed. 10/10
Expensive but so worth it. It's a half-café, half-chocolate shop, and the interior is all wood. Very vibey. I asked the clerk for pastry recommendations and she pointed me towards the Georgetown, which was phenomenal. I heard customers talking about how absolutely INSANE the hot chocolate is there, but I didn't try it. I'll definitely be returning on my next trip to Boston.
Had a stranger than usual experience. We ordered a cappuccino and a spicy dark chocolate. Cappuccino was entirely burnt and the spicy dark chocolate was "grainy" tasting. We've normally always had a decent experience here so very unusual. Will try again in a while!
Many people claimed that L.A. Burdick has the best hot chocolate in all of Boston and me being a chocolate fiend I am, I have to give it a try. I got a small milk hot chocolate and it was very tasty! It was rich and decadent, but still had a good amount of sweetness. I also thought it was the perfect balance of being thick and still drinkable. If I lived in Boston, I would be frequenting this shop especially during the winter. read more
19 days ago
If you're a chocolate connoisseur / lover, you have to come here. They have chocolate based drinks, cakes, desserts, chocolates, smores kits, and more. They have plenty seating outside, which is great during the colder months for you to enjoy your desserts and drinks. Where you order drinks and desserts is different from the chocolates and truffles. You just order and pay and they'll put it on the counter next to the cashier. read more
Yelp Review 2026 #216: Call me a snob but I don't like American chocolates. They're too sweet, doesn't give you a nice thick mouthfeel and they smell funky. I heard L.A. Burdick has high standards when making their chocolates by hand - similar to chocolatiers in Europe. So, I bookmarked this place and followed them on social media. I learned this location has ice cream as well. I was shopping and walking along Boylston/ Newbury. Had dinner at a restaurant in the area and wanted to grab some chocolates from L.A. Burdick after. The map app had us walking along some shady alley that stunk of hot garbage and piss which made me wonder if it's even worth it. I get to the shop and swarms of World Cup fans also had the same idea to come here. They have a counter for chocolates, a counter for ice cream, and a dining area. I just had a big dinner with dessert so, my plan of getting ice cream had to be ixnayed. They have truffles, bon bons, drinking chocolate (in white, milk and dark), whole cakes, cake slices, cookies, linzer torte, fruit tart, and macarons/ Luxembourger. I got a box of chocolates. Some truffles and animal-shaped chocolates because I know those are their specialty and proudly handcraft. They're good - comparable to European chocolates. They put your selections in a box and wrap it up nicely and put it in a bag. So, it takes time. Be patient. read more
Tried two flavors of ice cream, mint and hazelnut, and both were delicious! The flavors were rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. Such a lovely spot in Boston for a sweet treat. Definitely worth a visit! The service was okay! read more
6 months ago
LA Burdick is a chocolate shop on Newbury Street, known for their decadent hot chocolate and high quality dessert and gift collection. The line here is always long, but it moves relatively quickly. The ambiance here is family friendly. However, there's limited seating inside and you have to have seating before being able to order their hot chocolate in a mug. When you order, there's 2 sizes for hot chocolates and you can get either a white chocolate, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate hot chocolate. The large milk hot chocolate was so rich and a perfect balance of cream to chocolate, which made it an optimal size to share amongst 3 people. The sweetness, warmth and texture make it a nice sweet treat on a cold or rainy Boston day. The drinks were a bit expensive, but this hot chocolate falls in my top 3. I'm glad that my friend recommended this place to recharge before dinner. read more
I had high hopes for this place as I've seen long lines going in as I've driven past and I've seen posts on social media that made it look very attractive. We came in looking for a dessert and as there were some empty tables decided to walk in. My friend and I both decided to go with a coconut chocolate cake. We found it to be somewhat dry and we were unimpressed with the flavors. I might need to go back and try their hot chocolate that they are so famous for. read more
L.A. Burdick is a chain of 7 chocolate shops (mostly on the East Coast). It was started by Larry Burdick, who trained as a chocolatier in Switzerland before opening the first location of in New York in 1987. This location on Newbury Street opened in 2012, but the shops are designed to look like shops in Paris, and I would have believed you if you told me the shop had been there for 50 years. I visited this week when I was in Boston for a conference. I wanted one of their hot chocolates (something they're known for, the offer hot chocolate in dark, milk, white, and spicy dark varieties and hot or iced), but I had dinner coming up soon and didn't want to be full before my meal. Fortunately, they offer so much more than just their hot chocolate - bonbons, pastries, coffee, tea, and more. I picked up a box of their bonbons so I could enjoy them later (and not risk being full for the meal in Boston I was really looking forward to). They were beautiful and delicious. The shop is charming, and the customer service was good. If I lived in Boston, I'd be there way too often - especially in the fall and winter. I'd love to return for their hot chocolate next time! read more
Yummmmmmm. This place is delicious and smells amazing. The only reason it's not 5 stars is because it's pretty pricey (though high-quality for what you get). I was recommended to try this place by two different people during my short trip to Boston. The gifts section is overwhelming in the best way (though my family isn't complaining about all I brought back, lol). Heads up if you get the drinking chocolate: it might get flagged at TSA for extra screening (since it's powder-ish). Not a huge deal, just keep it packed maybe at the top so it's easier to grab. I also got some drinking chocolate to have there, I chose the white chocolate. It was just a little cup and I still had a hard time finishing it (though I had just had a large lunch). The staff was also super friendly and helpful. There are a few small tables to sit at if you order something. I was able to find a seat but I can imagine it would get busy during peak times. read more
While visiting Boston, we had to go back to LA Birdick. They not only have great hot chocolate and pastries but tons of great homemade chocolate to take home too. The milk chocolate drinking chocolate is everything. It's so bold and velvety at the same time. We loved it. We also enjoyed the lemon cherry cake that had great flavor. It's a dangerous place with so many delicious things. When I go back to see my client, I'll definitely be back to try new things. read more
I'm not a huge chocolate fan, but I loved this place!!! They seriously have THE BEST chocolate drinks that I've ever tasted!!! Came here to get a hot chocolatey drink on a cold fall day before this place gets too busy for local folk in the winter season. I can definitely see why people wait in line in the cold for this though. This place is so cute on the inside, and it's filled with so much chocolate to purchase. The little shaped chocolates are so cute!!! I like that they have a little seating area as well. My partner and I both ordered a "mocha" type drink ... his with dark chocolate and mine with milk chocolate. These were seriously so heavenly, and I'm craving one right now just thinking about it. We also tried two desserts, which were well worth the price ... and the calories. This place is definitely a special occasion place. Not sure if I could afford this on a regular basis, but I'm so glad that I got to try it out. I definitely recommend this place ... even if you're not a chocolate lover. This place will definitely change your mind!!! read more
This charming chocolatier is cozy and packed with decadent chocolates and coco addicts searching for their fix. We loved the signature drinking chocolate and also had the Peru sourced version. I made sure to get the largest size, knowing my wife wouldn't be able drink all of hers, bonus for me! It was so good that I wished we lived closer. We savored it until it was gone. We also made sure to get a hand-selected box of chocolates to enjoy later and boy we did. I love to watch the employees and customers in places like this. The faces filled with comfort and happiness and they enjoys such treasures while they shared the experience with friends and family. read more
10 months ago
If you're ever visiting Boston, you must stop by and give this place a try. They specialize in chocolate and let me tell you, the hot chocolate is worth the hype. It's so creamy and the perfect sweetness. They also sell bags to take and make at home. It's truly a treat. The staff were knowledgeable and quick to get our order over to us. The small cafe setting is perfect to enjoy your drink and unwind. read more
4 months ago
the interior is so pretty and a great place to people watch. they have so many delicious chocolates to chose from. we got hot chocolate that came out quickly. read more
9 months ago
My husband and I were in the mood for some chocolates and popped in here to see what the hype was because from the outside looking in it was PACKED. Tells you a lot right there. When you walk in you're greeted with that delicious chocolate smell. There's two different lines, one for the pastries/drinks and one for just the chocolate bar. I got a milk hot chocolate (options being white, milk, or dark chocolate) and my husband got an herbal lemon tea. Both were PHENOMENAL. The chocolate coconut cake we got was a perfect combination because it wasn't too sweet so it paired nicely with my hot chocolate. Then we also bought some chocolates off the shelf which were also so good. I can see why this place was packed. 10/10 read more
Expensive but so worth it. It's a half-café, half-chocolate shop, and the interior is all wood. Very vibey. I asked the clerk for pastry recommendations and she pointed me towards the Georgetown, which was phenomenal. I heard customers talking about how absolutely INSANE the hot chocolate is there, but I didn't try it. I'll definitely be returning on my next trip to Boston. read more
10 months ago
Had a stranger than usual experience. We ordered a cappuccino and a spicy dark chocolate. Cappuccino was entirely burnt and the spicy dark chocolate was "grainy" tasting. We've normally always had a decent experience here so very unusual. Will try again in a while! read more
4 months ago
Would've gone 3 1/2 stars if available. Think I came here with too high expectations. Thought the hot chocolate and baked goods were just okay. Wouldn't rush to go back. read more
2 years ago
Do not skip this chocolate shop if you are in Boston!! It's legit. I love that it's still in an original "house". Very cozy tucked in on a side street. If it's busy don't let that scare you away. Get a chocolate drink. We went in on a rainy day. So hot drinking chocolate it was. I will dream about this drink!! So many chocolates!! It was Easter when we were there- so beautiful. read more
One of the best hot chocolate places in the town! The store offer various types of hot chocolate, my personal favorite is dark! If you can't handle dark, I would recommend starting with milk! The drink is little heavy - start with a small drink! They also offer various hot chocolate, and my friends love them! I usually grab a pack or two when I visit my friends! I highly recommend to buy a hot chocolate mix for the winter season. read more
Such a cute location for a meetup with a friend or a date! My bf and I stopped in for a quick sweet treat after a day out in Boston and I couldn't be happier. We at first thought this was a sit down type restaurant, as it turns out you order at the counter and pick a seat for your food to be brought to. The decor is so beautiful, there is wood furniture and a selection of chocolate at the front of the store. Everything came out quickly. We both got chai lattes which tasted so creamy. They make them with honey which makes them a very comforting drink, especially of its a bit chilly outside. We each tried a different pastry, a chocolate raspberry cake and a chocolate and pear mousse. The mousse was delicious with chunks of pear mixed in, this combination was new to me but very tasty! The cake was a little more dry but very good nonetheless. Raspberry and chocolate go great together. Overall I would definitely recommend stopping in if you've got a sweet tooth! read more
Great mocha and chocolate croissant, staff were very friendly, decor well done for Christmas with subtle Christmas lights and garland. The mocha gives you dark, milk, and white chocolate options! The accordion music and ambiance gave a strong Paris feel to the place. Very quaint coffee shop - Definitely recommend. read more
2 years ago
" Rudest cashier & Service in history " Wow the chocolate is fantastic. The service is horrendous. The hot chocolate is a hit . The vibe is not the friendliest. No order and complete mayhem . It's too loud to talk as well . The cashier was nasty the one in the picture. Will make your hot chocolate bitter so be prepared with kindness. Parking is limited but manageable. It's pricey as well . Even though the cashier in the picture was a grouch I left him a tip . Kill them with kindness . read more
Have only ever come here in the winter when it is packed to the brim. Went here the other day on a rainy spring day and it wasn't busy at all. It was nice to have the place a little more to ourselves. As always the hot chocolate was thick and rich. It tastes like you're drinking a melted chocolate bar in the best way. It was a great way to warm up after getting drenched! read more
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I was so surprised this store had a vegan apple pastry!!!! It was SO good. I also bought a chocolate hazelnut square which was delicious too! Definitely go here if you're exploring Boston and are looking for a good pastry! read more
I recently went to visit my cousin in the Boston area, and he took my other cousins and I to this amazing location. It was my first introduction to L.A. Burdick, and I had to try more than one item. I specifically tried their hot chocolate, and also a coffee concoction. I was sold. I had to buy a few bars of their authentic handmade chocolate to take home. Definitely a must visit when you are in the Boston area! read more
LA Burdick serves the best hot chocolate in Boston (imo). The place is cute cozy with very few tables and very long lines. For a good reason. If you are a hot chocolate fan this is a must try. Just don't expect to get a table anytime soon. Highly recommend read more
7 months ago
Burdicks has been my favorite hot chocolate place in Cambridge/ Boston area since I studied there in 1999... and on a recent trip I was on a mission to visit them again. I was so happy to learn they opened a location near Boston Commons and we headed there for dessert. One of my favorite things about Burdicks is that they have dark and milk hot chocolate and even white hot chocolate. Their dark one is just perfect! We all had a cup and enjoyed the "german wooden cabin" decor and feeling inside. Seating is rather limited but people don't tend to linger so just be on the look for the next available table. This continues to be at the top of my list of must-stop by places when in Boston read more
1 year ago
My first encounter with this whimsical chocolate shop was the Harvard Square location over a decade ago. A classmate gifted me a decadent, melty pavé glacé & started my lifelong obsession with L.A. Burdick. In-store you'll find a cafe where delicate pastries & hot chocolates are on offer, as well as a retail selection of chocolate pieces sold by the pound, pre-packaged chocolate assortments, chocolate bars, & their signature drinking chocolate (adorable tiny whisk included to help incorporate the shavings into a steamy mug of milk.) Recently, I came into the Back Bay store for one of my favorite combos, an iced white hot chocolate (~$8 for a large, the only size offered) & a raspberry chocolate chip cookie ($5.50.) The best way to cap off an afternoon strolling through Public Garden & having lunch near Newbury Street. The nicest thing about this location was not the chocolates, but the two ladies who helped me with my order! read more
Established in the 1970's, L.A. Burdick is here with 37 years of handcrafting artisan chocolates for all them chocolate lovers to enjoy. If you have a sweet tooth, it can most certainly be fulfilled. And...not just chocolate. There's also pastries , cookies and assorted boxes of chocolates for purchase. And if you love hot chocolate as much as I do, take a moment, sit for a while & take a sip The small chocolate truffles are particularly pleasant. read more
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