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    Laughing Gull Chocolates

    4.9 (27 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Emily Q.

    Overall a very nice woman owned business! The owners are amazing and I loved getting to chat with them and see how passionate they are about their business. They were extremely knowledgeable and able to help guide me through my selection of my samplings. I loved that they have offerings to support things they are passionate about. I haven't partaken but I hear they have monthly sample boxes which can be a fun gift! I ended up picking a hot chocolate mix for myself and a variety of bars and treat boxes for friends. My friends loved their little gifts and said they really enjoyed the new richer flavors of these chocolates in comparison to the typical store bought ones. I got the hot chocolate for myself and it was awesome! It says that you can make it with water or milk and highly suggest milk (I use 2%) , it really brings out the richness. Only small negative is that it takes a little bit of time to fully melt properly in comparison to your typical mixes but with the extra time comes a smooth cup of pure joy. The location is right off the main road right past the school so pretty easy to find. Only small negative is that there isn't really any direct parking for the location so you have to use the adjacent streets and if you go around school dismissal times it's a little chaotic.

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    Danielle S.

    I first discovered Laughing Gull at a group tasting several years ago. The owners are passionate about great tasting chocolate and ethical/sustainable practices. They have expanded their selection over the years, currently offering a wide variety of truffles, bark, sauce, dipped fruit, and vegan offerings. My favorite section is "Inspired by Rochester" - chocolates inspired by Rochester businesses that benefit local charities. I was truly impressed with their recent delivery to a friend in the time of Covid. LG went out of their way to bring a gift to an office that is a pain to get to, and responded my to emails quickly. They can also ship items to that out of town friend or relative. I know I will be back for holiday gifts!

    Blackberry balsamic so pretty
    Marissa N.

    I've heard tell of chocolate bombs (meltaways) but haven't had one so I was so happy to see them on the shelf. I'm a big fan of concoctions too so some blackberry ginger balsamic bites , pecan ginger bark and spiced honey bars went in the bag too. I was impressed that the person at the counter provided some details about where they get the balsamic and honey from...I've forgotten but it's local.

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    Brenda K.

    This review is for a Chocolate Tasting event I attended with Laughing Gull Chocolates and two of the owners .... AND for their Peppermint Hot Chocolate that I treated myself to. First -- the event was *thoroughly* enjoyable!!! We learned SO MUCH about chocolate -- what it takes to go from tree to consumption. And all of the ways the owners of Laughing Gull Chocolates are helping the world -- starting with where they source their products, all the way to how they help Rochester -- and even what worldwide causes they support by bringing awareness (and humor!) As if all of THAT weren't entertaining and enjoyable enough ... their chocolates .... my goodness, THEIR CHOCOLATES. ***Soooooooo TASTY!!!!!!!!!!*** Each bite was better than the next! This event was a delight from start-to-finish -- the knowledge; the introduction to a fantastic local, small-business, women-owned company; the indulgence in exquisite flavors, textures & tastes! I know where I'll be doing a majority of my gift-buying for my loved ones ... and ME (hahaha!) in the future!!! Next -- a couple days after the event, I made myself a cup of Peppermint Hot Chocolate. It is EXQUISITE! Huge depth of flavor! Not overly sweet. Took me about 5 minutes to drink it all down ... just couldn't stop taking gulps .... I mean sips. I would def buy this again -- and now want to try the Mexican Hot Chocolate! Hope you'll go to the shop or online-store soon -- or sign-up for one of their events -- and treat yourself!

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    Laur V.

    This is a wonderful chocolate shop. It's small bit absolutely full of every blend of chocolates you can imagine. So far I've eaten a Spiced Honey Bar, Caramel Bite, Coffee Square, Harper Macaw Milk Chocolate plus other pieces of bars, each wi to different % of cacao from different countries. I have to admit my favorites were the caramel bites and coffee square. I also liked the Harper Macaw milk chocolate which is stronger than your average milk chocolate and so creamy. The owners are wonderful young ladies and they will answer any questions you have. Great service. There is street parking and a couple of spots behind the building reserved for them. It's well worth a visit! Especially with Valentines Day coming up! Wear your mask!

    Laughing full hot chocolate meltaway
    Jessy G.

    Love these chocolates and the I really like the people who make them. They're always really friendly and helpful. My husband got me the quarterly subscription for Mother's Day and it's been really fun getting a box of special chocolates every few months. Need an idea for someone for a holiday gift? Hit subscribe on Laughing Gull chocolate subscription. I should also mention that these people take their chocolate to the next level to create innovative and delicious treats. Helloooo pepitas and spice in chocolate. They also have a new hot chocolate meltaway (pictured). Use really hot milk and it melts away to reveal hot cocoa and marshmallows. Love it!

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    Jen K.

    I had the privilege of going to the Yelp event here last night. It was a good time with yummy chocolates and cheeses. The girls that work here really know their chocolate! I will be coming back here to get some truffles at Christmas time. They have a different variety of flavors each week. I will also be trying the hot chocolate flight, which is flavored liked the truffles. Sounds amazing!! I also like that they will use various milks, like coconut milk, and have vegan options for the things on their menu. And how could I not mention the cheeses!!! I really liked the cheeses! I'm not sure of the name of the one I liked the best, but I will update it here when I find out. (So I found out, it's the chevre! Yum!!!) I do wish they had some evening hours, but they are open on Saturdays, which is when I will go. Parking was not bad, and you can probably find some parking on the street pretty close by most of the time. If you are a chocolate lover, or want some gifts for a chocolate lover, be sure to check this place out.

    Katie G.

    My first experience at Laughing Gull was through a Yelp tasting event, which introduced us (the lucky bunch of Yelpers invited for the tasting) to the 3 lovely ladies of LG and their small but mighty chocolate shop. The store itself is super cute and cozy, with lounge furniture and art adorned walls, bookshelves and a kids' area. Their kitchen area is open to the front so you can see them preparing their products in the work space. Speaking of products, they have an assortment of truffles, chocolate covered fruits, chocolate barks, and a whole drink/ ice cream sundae menu. We got to taste the chocolate in the form LG receives it in (bars for the most part), as well as the finished products. The truffles were a stand out for me, and I want to go back to try all the many flavors! Following the event, I selected a chocolate chai (with Chai from the Chai Guy, a local Rochester presence) for a warm end to the cold autumn night. It was delicious! You'll never be able to go back to drinking Starbucks chai. It did have a caffeine kick though, fair warning. The best part of this shop to me though, is their ethical business practices. The environmentalist in me was over the moon listening to Lindsay, founder of LG, talk about their mission- using chocolate to make the world a better place and encourage social change. They use all fair trade or direct trade chocolate- meaning the farmers/producers of the cacao used in their chocolate are using their land and labor responsibly, and sustainably. This is a huge contrast to the vast majority of chocolate suppliers in the US and around the world. It may make costs a little higher, but the chocolate tastes that much better when it's eaten with a clean conscious!

    Rafael C.

    Super excited for my first yelp event this year!! What a great start. This place is so warm and cozy, literally haha. The staff is kind and inviting. It's cool outside so I'm glad the temperature inside was comforting. The smell of the chocolate fills the room. My first impression was delightful. The choices look endless here. One display after another full of yummy looking chocolate. It's tempting to want to try one of each. It was a complete honor to have a virtual event with the owners and learn all the history chocolate comes with. Where it comes from, and how it's made. This place has a heavy arsenal of high quality goodness. Homemade to perfection or shipped from highly rated sources. In conclusion, Laughing Gull chocolates don't joke around when it comes to their merchandise. You only get the best they can offer. There is chocolate for every pallet here whether you like dark or milk chocolate, soft or crunchy, the choice is yours. I encourage all to give this place a try, you may find something new you like. For me I can say that I will alway have a long debate whenever I consider buying hershey or commercial chocolate now that I've been exposed to the good stuff.

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    Locally sourced when available, fair trade, organic chocolate and the Salted Caramel Truffles are TO DIE FOR!

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    No shell, the cacao and sugar are dissolved into one another in a more homogeneous, more tightly grained product.

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