Let me preface by saying I can't stand anything sweet. But the person I gave the chocolates to, really loved it. This little gem is sandwiched between a restaurant and Army Surplus store on Madison St. If you blink your eyes, you will probably miss this little store. Inside is probably 10'x10' but filled with chocolates along with ones that are already boxed and some other merchandises. Lovely lady that worked there helped me pick out a big box of chocolates (it was valentines day) and from what my lady friend told me, this thing sold like hotcakes during her Church's small group gathering. The lady who worked at the store told me that if you bring the empty box to fill it back up, it will be little cheaper since we are reusing the box. Pretty cool right? So in the end, it's a small shot that has great chocolates for your guilty pleasure. I don't partake in this practice but from what my lady friend told me, they are really good. read more

The email lamaisondebonbon.com does not seem to be working as I tried to email them several times about placing a order. I moved from Forest park over 50 years ago and would sure like to order some French Cremes when they start to take orders that they can send out. I wonder if they have changed in taste and flavor? Just another French Creme Lover for the 60's electrician@triad.rr.com read more

Sorry to say the French Cremes were the best - YEARS AGO. Now, not so much. The taste is 'sugary' and not creamy as they used to be. I called and was only told they would inform 'the person who makes the candy'. No apology, no offer to refund as I bought several as gifts. Will no longer make a trip to this location. read more

What a hidden gem of a chocolate shop in the downtown Madison St of Forest Park. Easy to miss; it's connected to the Shanahan's bar next door. Their toffee is made in-house and packaged as 1/2 lb or lb and some of the best I've ever had. The caramels are wonderful too, and they have chocolate-covered pretzels, dark orange peels, and many more goodies. Will definitely be ordering more toffee as holiday gifts. read more

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I received a box of chocolates for the holiday gift. I enjoyed every kind of candies in the box!! I'll go to this place next time I buy gifts to my friends and colleagues. read more

I'm guessing this was due to Covid, but their chocolate selection was in dire straits. They only had the almond bark and chocolate covered almonds in supply. Absolutely nothing else. I wanted to try out their truffles and salted caramel I was reading about, but none of it was in supply. Also it was weirdly attached to a bar, so the entrance was super confusing and took awhile for help to come when I saw that all of the chocolate boxes were empty. read more

I'm not always a huge candy person, but anyone that knows me, knows my weakness is caramel...especially salted caramel. Before popping in to this tiny little shop, the best chocolate-covered salted caramels I've ever had were from Paul A Young in London. Whelp, move over Paul, the Chocolate Coated Sea Salt Caramels from La Maison de Bonbon have yours beat. They are absolute perfection! The perfect ratio of chocolate to caramel to salt, and the texture is decadent. So, if you happen to be wandering the main street of Forest Park, do yourself a favor and pop in to La Maison de Bonbon. As Monk says, "you can thank me later!" read more

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It's our anniversary tomorrow. I already bought a bouquet of flowers and also booked a reservation in a high class restaurant. Aside from that I would like to buy my wife a chocolate since she loves sweets. I asked my sister where I should buy a chocolate and she gave me this address. When I enter there are customers buying their chocolate. I bought 1 piece of every chocolate to try what's the best. Since I find it all very sweet and so yummy I bought 1 piece of every chocolate and they put it in a box. Truffles are one of the best that I taste so I ordered a box of it for take out. I will eat it while driving and of course while I'm working. I'm sure my wife will be so happy and surprised. I recommend this place to you. read more

I got 3 boxes of this chocolates near Christmas and this was the best gift I could have gotten. Omg the truffles were amazing! There were a variety of chocolates with different combinations of flavors. One of the best chocolates I have tried in Chicago so far. read more

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This is where you want to go to get a chocolate Christmas gift for your people. Tiny shop front. All chocolates made on site. Been around for a long time. Love it! A good way to support local shops. read more

Not as large as it used to be, but the quality is as high as ever. The chocolate bark and French Creams are made in-house, and what's better than fresh confectionery? read more

Went to get dark chocolate cremes for a friend that has been getting chocolates from here for decades. Her parents were faithful customers. We'll, it still didn't disappoint, two weeks later she is still thanking me for the chocolates. read more

Cute little shop. I've tried the French cremes and milk chocolate turtles and both were delightful. I would describe the flavor of the French Creme to be a cross between chocolate and caramel. FYI: They have a short shelf life because they have no preservatives. read more

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While sipping on an excellent Bloody Mary on the outdoor patio at Shanahans I spied upon this hidden house of cremes and chocolates. For a taste treat get a small 16 pc box. From the salted dark chocolate caramels to the champagne truffles you aren't going to go wrong. They also have some salt water taffy, hard candies and wine. All are neatly presented. Go ahead - take the box and sit out on the patio and have a glass of red or Stella and let those creamy treats melt in your mouth (not in your hand). Imagine you are in the Big Easy. read more

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So amazing. We wandered in after the bar next door. The woman plied us with samples of chocolates, could not have been friendlier, and we left buying some delicious chocolates. They were the house specialty, she said. Can't remember what they were, but ask! I want to buy more. They were incredible, and I am so chocolate-picky. Hot damn - this is the kind of place that I hope stays around forever! read more

A tiny little shop, easy to miss. The chocolate's excellent (some of the truffles appear to be the ones supplied to Candyality downtown); selection is somewhat limited simply due to the size of the shop. In addition to chocolate, they have some German chocolate bars, Fralinger's salt water taffy (from the Jersey shore; lovely stuff); exotically flavored caramels by AvenueSweets and hard candies from Herman the German (imported all-natural candies in various fruit flavors; delicious). The turtle equivalents are beautifully executed and very fresh; the chocolate covered cherries are a cut above the usual, too. The creams are overly sweet to my taste, but tastes differ. The couverture is very smooth. Recommended. read more

What a lovely little (and I mean little!) shop! At about 8-10 feet wide and not much longer, this chocolate-lover's heaven holds about three customers comfortably, but A LOT of chocolate! Emphasis is on European-style and Europe-sourced chocolates and candies, with a fine assortment of truffles. Some other unexpected items as well - dessert wine, popcorn, gourmet nuts and some coffee beans. The owner was there on both of my visits and was quite helpful and friendly...and yes, gave me wonderful samples on my way out! A very nice touch...and I definitely ate them before I made it back to my car. Reasonable prices and a good selection. Wish there were more single-serving snacks on hand, like chocolate covered pretzel rods or big peanut butter cups - things you would go in for and get just one. Most items are sold by the pound. That said, you can buy a single truffle and there are some smaller items, and the owner would accommodate you if you wanted something little. But it has more of a classy candy-gift-store feel than a chocolate candy snack shop. Once you find it, tucked into Shanahan's storefront, you'll wonder how you passed it so many times before. And how you managed without it. read more

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A cute tiny chocolate shoppe. The shopkeep is very nice, though if you are indecisive you can feel pressured since it's such a small room. But don't stress, it's chocolate. Next time I have to check if their dark chocolate is vegan. read more

Outside Paris Chocolatiers and Amsterdam's (Puccini Bonboni!), THE BEST chocolate is right here at La Maison de Bonbon in Forest Park, IL. No need to book a flight and plan a holiday if it's only delicious chocolate you're craving, for this place has decadent chocolate in the bag! They've been around since 1921, and it's hard to believe no one I knew was aware of their existence until now. For everyone who knows me and loves chocolate, you now know what you'll be getting from me as a holiday gift. Seriously, for $15.99/lb. for chocolate almonds, $23.99/lb. for French cremes, $26.99/lb. for assorted chocolates,one not need to break the bank to eat chocolate, and this is fine chocolate. Some of the best I've ever had! read more

I haven't been to the store, but a friend gave us a box of light and dark chocolate French cremes from here - supposedly their specialty. They're kind of a cross between fudge and truffle filling - like dense truffle filling, I guess. They are GREAT! read more

Excellent! Amazing, I love chocolate and this is the place. Their french Creme are amazing.

A lovely shop-you feel like you're in Europe while you choose your chocolates! Plus-genuinely friendly staff who help you make your selection. Great place for gifts. read more

Not sure what to say but I think this is an awesome part of Forest Park. The owner is charming, friendly, and remembers me when I come in. A great place to get special gifts for people you love! read more

Perfect place to pick up the perfect treat for a special occasion or in my case, just every day life! The owner is fantastic and very friendly. I always recommend this place as a must when visiting or making a day trip to Forest Park! read more

An obscure, even tiny storefront that you might easily walk by without seeing, but wonderful selection of delicious chocolates. I remember getting some chocolate covered pretzel rods the likes I hadn't tried before and they were wonderful. If you are in the area, worth the trip to check them out. Forest Park has more than just bars and restaurants ;) read more

I can't believe I'm just now finding out about this place. But now that I have, let me just say...chocolate heaven. I called on a day when they were closed -- but the shop owner had forwarded the line to her cell phone and indicated she'd meet me at the shop if I wanted to come in. I'll be honest, I initially took that as a really bad sign -- just wasn't sure how good they could be if they were that (what I assumed to be) desperate for business. Nevertheless, an hour later I walked into the shop (you'll notice I use the word 'shop' versus 'store' -- this place is TINY so it just seems fitting) and it was at that point that I knew my relationship with downtown Forest Park would never be the same. Bought a bunch of truffles so intricately designed you almost hate to eat them...until you do, at which point you decide that, work of art or not, they just taste too sinfully delicious to not devour them. Since it was my first time in, she gave me a free sample of their signature French cremes...something I've since found myself dreaming about. So good in fact, that I asked for four to take home and the shop owner, bless her chocolate-covered heart, gave me all four at no charge! This place is pretty much one of the best hidden gems ever. I can't wait to go back. read more

This place is heaven for chocolate lovers! It's a cute little shop filled with truffles and other chocolate products. The owner is very friendly and helpful and often give samples. During the holidays, she also gives us a gift with our purchase. read more

I finally stopped by after passing it several times and I was very surprised by the quality of its chocolates. I was not sure if it was the owner who was there but she was very friendly and very generous with the samples. I loved the chocolate covered peanut butter with caramel candies and tried a couple of truffles. This place is my go to place to buy chocolates and gifts to families and friends. I cannot wait to go back and try some more. read more

My grandmother use to buy us French Creams ( a great chocolate) when we were kids back in the 1950s. We now buy French Creams for our family every xmas as a special treat. The French Creams are unbelievable, I have not found anyone that does not like them. The kids look for it every year. The salted cashews are special as well. These bring back special memories of our family. read more

I think we've lived near this charming little place for a couple of years without ever knowing it was there. On a whim we went in one day and discovered a lovely little chocolate shoppe. The chocolates are perfect (try the french cremes) and they have a nice selection of other treats (licorices) and gifts. Anytime I'm hanging out on Madison, I try to make a stop here. read more

I ordered my wedding favors from La Maison de Bonbon and could not have been happier! Wee selected one dark chocolate salted caramel and a tiramisu or white chocolate bonbon. Each custom box featured our names and wedding date and two hand-crafted chocolates. They were simply to die for! We received so many nice compliments on these delicious treats! Not only were they delectable, but it was all within my budget. read more