I have heard about this chocolate shop for about a decade, but as it is about 70 miles from my home, I had not been there. But on a recent Quilt shop hop, imagine my surprised to discover the Quilt store was two doors down from Stafford's. I think that was a sign that I had to go visit. The double sign was that the quilt shop gave away coupons during their event for one free piece of chocolate. So for my free piece of chocolate, I chose the red wine truffle. Oh my goodness, I had to close my eyes to savor it, the taste was that sensational! The shop itself is beautiful. It has tables inside so you can sit and enjoy their confections. All of the shelves are lined with all kinds of specialty chocolates. These include chocolate covered nuts, truffles, bars, Pops, and all kinds of delicious concoctions. You can order single pieces at the front counter for an individual choice and they will compose a box of your selections. They also had many, many packaged items ready to go on the shelves. The staff were friendly and very knowledgeable about their offerings. They were willing to explain the different flavors; the cost of a box of six individual truffles which you can select was $12.50. There's parking in front of the shop on the street and also behind. It's nestled in the Porterville downtown area with multiple Restaurants and eateries very close by. One could have a fun day window shopping, lunching out and then popping by Stafford's for a sweet treat and to buy gifts to take home. Absolutely not to be missed! read more

Stafford's Chocolates - Jams, honey - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Porterville, California

Fabulous place to hang out with someone for a chat or a game of cards. My favorite drink is the Cocoa Cold Brew...not everyone knows how to make it, so I ask before I order...when made right it is deliciously creamy and not too sweet. My hubby and I split an Ooey Gooey Apple once a month as it is both of our favorite dessert in existence! We also come hear for co-worker gifts because their chocolates are beautiful and tasty. We are grateful to have this amazing place in our town. read more

Stafford's Chocolates - Cocoa Cold Brew- my fave as it's not too sweet...for cocoa lovers only! - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Porterville, California

Love Stafford's chocolates and their drinks and staff. They have different unique flavored chocolates for different seasons but the local favorites remain the same and stand the test of time. I know everyone love the red wine truffle, but my personal favorite is their lavender truffle. Did I forget to mention that they have sugar free chocolates too for diabetics. Those sugar free ones are the best in town. I wish they have an even larger selection of sugar free chocolates bc those are truly amazing They also sell drinks like the Portervillian ( a specialty latte), various matcha flavored drinks etc. and have a loyalty card for drinks only. I can't wait to find out what else is in store as the months go by. Sometimes I find a sourdough loaf of bread sitting on the counter for sale. Wish I bought it cuz it was only there for like a week. read more

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This is the cutest little chocolate shop in the cleanest downtown I've seen in the valley. We stopped by on our way through Porterville. The whole shop smells like decadent chocolate, what I imagine Willy Wonkas factory smells like. They sell all sorts of yummy things, from S'mores, to cookies, to chocolate Easter eggs and more. They also have a nice drink bar, with espressos, matcha and lemonades. The staff are so kind and knowledgeable. I purchased the smores bar, chocolate dipped Oreos, cookies and assorted chocolates. The honey orange blossom truffle and ooey gooey bar are a must try, but honestly you can't go wrong with anything in the store. The ooey gooey bar has smooth peanut butter, the softest marshmallow and caramel all covered in either dark or milk chocolate and topped with an almond... it's the most amazing piece of candy I've ever eaten. You can taste the quality of chocolate. read more

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I am upgrading my stars to 5. Yes the prices are still high but so is the quality. I want to recognize that they give back to the community. They sponsor paint nights with Imagine Art Center, work with Porterville College, and they are at all the city events. Thank you for being such a wonderful local family member. read more

Love this place! Such a cute little coffee shop/chocolate store. Coffee is good but I come for the chocolate covered s'mores. My favorite thing to get, definitely need to go to staffords when visiting Porterville read more

We stopped in at Stafford's upon the recommendation from Ashley @ Calico Mermaid quilt shop. We bought chocolates and other treats to take home as gifts for friends and family. The Portervillian iced coffees along with bakery treats were delicious and the perfect snack before heading home to the L.A. area. Highly recommend! read more

The best chocolate! So much variety too! I came across this place when J&R meats hosted a charcuterie event there and I was able to try a variety of chocolate! It's better than See's in my opinion! read more

My family and I have been going to Stafford's for over 30 years. Larry ran the company with integrity and passion, unfortunately when it was bought by a new family everything changed. I've tried supporting over the years and so has my family but this will be the last year. My boyfriend purchased a very special surprise gift for the holidays for me which was suppose to include 4 milk chocolate ooey gooey bars and a 24 piece of milk chocolate truffles. Those two items with shipping came out to $90. When the chocolates arrived they sent the wrong box of truffles. A mix of dark and milk. We immediately reached out and spoke with a manager named "Carolyn" who said she would resend a new box and that she packages them herself and must have made the mistake or we could have a refund. We opted for a refund that she couldn't do and said she'd call back later with the bookkeeper. No call. Next day called asked for the card number and said she'd call back. It's been days no refund and no call, we just reached out this morning only to be told she isn't available and they'd leave her the message. Now I'm upset, I'm having to chase down a refund from your product, you hand package after you ruined a surprise that was suppose to be sweet from my mom who passed away and now you don't even have the courtesy to keep your word on following up to make it right? It seemed odd to make a mistake of packaging the wrong chocolates when they're hand packaged and it's not a warehouse or large manufacturing error; but it makes sense now, you simply don't have any integrity. Being a business owner myself I would have immediately refunded and sent a new box, lose a little money to retain a lifelong customer, but clearly Stafford's can't package orders, get the bookkeeper and manager in the room at the same time, follow up with a customer or keep their word. The disappointment is heartbreaking, Stafford's brought so much joy to my family before my mom passed and having it during Christmas was more special than they realized. I hope their carelessness and lack of kindness changes not just for the business but as people because you're a chocolate shop, people come there for tradition and joy. They lost a a lifelong family of customers. I don't care if they refund any of the $90 at this point, they obviously need it more than we do. read more

Stafford's Chocolates - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Porterville, California

OMG, this place is amazing. First they serve Intelligentsia coffee, which is one of my favorite brands. The gooey bars are amazing and they have an assortment of homemade rice crispy treats. I'd love it if they opened one in Vegas. read more

I found this little gem while working! I was craving something sweet so I searched up bakery's and to my surprise Stafford's appeared. I grew up visiting porterville often and am now in porterville once a week for work..and I never knew this place existed! I'm so happy I stumbled upon it! I bought A LOT of goodies maybe more then I should have..I mean this is probably why pregnant women should not go into these types of places hungry. LOL My first impression was wow this place is so cute! The inside is very cute and had a ton of wonderful options on every shelf. I had no idea what to get. So I just started grabbing things that looked appealing...again I'll blame that on my growing baby. ;) I also asked the young lady working what her favorite thing was and she mentioned the OOEY GOOEY BARS this magical bar has been on my mind since the last bite I had! It literally taste like an ice cream sandwich without the ice cream..it was absolutely delicious! I also had the California moon pie, s'mores and some yummy cookies they had. All were amazing! I also had a latte which was good, and got a 1/2 pound of SF chocolates for my dad they were kinda pricey, but I wanted to give them a try. This is a great place to pick up some goodies, and it looks like they are always stocked up with fun stuff during each holiday. I will def be stopping by more often now that I know this page exist. read more

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It's great having a delicious candy store here in Porterville that is owned locally. They also offer wonderful coffee. Everything they make is amazing but personally , I love their English Toffee with almonds. It's very addicting . l have to restrict my self. My daughter Stephanie that moved to Florida, Loves Stanford's. When she visits me, Stanford's is on top of her list to shop at. read more

This place has the absolute best chocolates anywhere. They have seasonal decor and great background music. They not only have chocolates but you can buy local items too. The staff is fantastic. They treat you like old friends. It's one of our favorite local spots. read more

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The chocolates have always been amazing for my taste the coffee isn't the best. Ohh the chocolate apples are my favorite

Who doesn't love chocolate?! We love chocolate and coffee. This place is amazing and chocolate is made here locally and in the back of the store. This beautiful locale is nestled in the heart of downtown Porterville, the smell of chocolate is intoxicating. They serve a variety coffee options, we loved their PorterVillian coffee made with oat milk; incredible coffee, one of the best cups I have ever tasted. The staff here are amazing, and make sure you are happy with your purchase. They even provide great suggestions in case your stuck. We loved how they renovated a historic location and are welcoming a new generation of patrons to this amazing establishment. If you love chocolate and coffee, you MUST stop here. read more

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Only the best chocolates in the valley !!! I swear I've loved them for 50 years and they rock !!!

Great coffee and great chocolates at Stafford's Chocolates. The customer service is excellent as well as the atmosphere. read more

Stafford's Chocolates - Portervillan latte with an Ooey Gooey bar - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Porterville, California

If you haven't been here, you ABSOLUTELY need to come. I loved this place. The staff was helpful and friendly. There's chairs and tables to sit at. Also, there's comfy couches to take a load off and just enjoy your drink and or dessert with friends or a date. I definitely will be returning! read more

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I've always heard of this place and seen the commercials but being out in Porterville didn't make checking this lovely establishment easy, but I'm glad I did. As a novice chocolates connoisseur and part time cookie baker, I found this hidden gem a welcome relief to all the mas produced chocolate products you find at a regular store. They have a wide selection of chocolate products and even a coffee bar with various hot and cold drinks. My favorite part is they sell chocolate chips for five bucks a baggie, perfect for cookies or just munching straight out of the bag. They have some amazing and tasty chocolate bars as well and feature some local products from other vendors. This place is a bit of hump, but totally worth it. Porterville and the surrounding area has some unique and delicious destinations. Make a day out of it, hit up some local spots and come here for a delicious drink and some tasty chocolates on the side. It will have you coming back for more! read more

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Definitely a must visit shop. The best local made chocolates, deserts and pastries. Delicious coffee drinks and a very cozy shop. We love to purchase our dark chocolate bars and individual chocolates. The kids love all the specialty chocolates for holidays. The s'mores are amazing. You need to try them out. The staff and owners are super friendly. read more

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Stafford's Chocolates is one of Porterville's hidden gems. It's a lovely place to buy baked goods, or even just to sit down and enjoy coffee. Its bakery is filled with so many treats and it's a wonderful place to spend some time. It's a nice way to try a variety of desserts and chocolate, and it's even lovelier during the holiday season. The service is great, the people who work there seem genuinely happy so it's a nice way to unwind, if you have time I strongly recommend you stop by. read more

It is fantastic that a town like Porterville in the central valley can have a a store that produces delicious gourmet chocolates. My only suggestion would be that they need to set it up when you buy boxes of truffles to know which one is which. read more

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Nice shop. Chocolate is good but I mainly go for the drinks. The chai with oat milk is my favorite. Hot or cold.

A coworker recommended this place, and I'm so glad he did! The café is super cute, with amazing art on the walls and comfy sofas that make it a perfect spot to relax. They have a variety of chocolate options too! I came mainly for the coffee and ordered an iced white mocha--it was one of the best I've ever had, and it was really affordable. Highly recommend this cozy spot for anyone who loves good coffee and a great vibe! read more

We love to stop here when we're in the area. Lots of sweet goodies to choose from every time we come. We went with the moon pie, s'mores, cookies, and couldn't resist the hedgehogs. read more

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This place is so cute, I wouldn't expect a chocolate place to have a great coffee but the iced white chocolate mocha was the best I've ever had. The building is a super cute older building with a lot of character, lots of places to sit. It was very quiet but it was early when I went and empty. They have tons of chocolates, baked goods, ect. that all looked great. I'll definitely try next time. The barista was super friendly and helpful looking forward to visiting again next time. read more

Great coffee... amazing chocolate! I was in town for a friend's wedding and needed a good coffee place. I was recommended this spot and it didn't disappoint. I didn't intend to grab any of their delights... but I couldn't resist. Thankfully I don't live here since I'd be here everyday. read more

Stafford's Chocolates - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Porterville, California

What a welcome surprise this was! Some of the smoothest and tastiest espresso I've had anywhere (i.e., not just good considering the location). Super friendly service, decent prices, sparkling clean, welcoming and comfortable. Friends dug into the truffles and I purchased a couple gifts to take with me. I'm a HUGE FAN and will now take a detour anytime I'm on the 99. read more

I recently moved to Porterville, and my first mission was to find a local coffee place I could visit all the time! I'm a bit of an addict, and this shop is the BEST if you have any of my vices: - Delicious coffee - Baked goods - Chocolate - Locally/CA made honeys & snacks - Seasonal goodies The staff are always super friendly and we adore taking photos in front of their seasonal display window. The small town charm is alive and well at Stafford's, and the attention to detail is evident all around you upon entering the shop. It's cozy, tidy, modern yet so warm- if you're ready to ditch Starbucks for something more wholesome, this is the place to go! Side note: they have a rewards program!!!!!! Seriously, just go already read more

Stafford's Chocolates is amazing! From the environment, to the people, all the way through to the high quality chocolates, pastries, and coffee! I can count on service with a friendly smile and awesome hometown, classy atmosphere! read more

Great chocolate covered strawberries great cold brews! Would recommend any day of the week twice on Sunday read more

Stafford's Chocolates - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Porterville, California

very expensive for the quality and quantity. is pretty cute inside. coffee is not authentic.

Excellent Homemade chocolates! In different flavors, White. Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, and Dark Chocolate The best Chocolate in town! read more

The selection is delightfully vast and creative! The people working the counter are friendly and helpful. The chocolates, including the hot cocoa are extraordinary. I even bought a t-shirt! What a treasure this place is!! read more

All things chocolate??? Yes, please! The location is nicely located downtown with the cutest window display. Staff is friendly with a viewing window to see the chocolatier. Free wifi and comfy seating...all the reasons to check this place out. read more

They make my favorite cold brew and I've tried many. If you love cold brew this is the place!

I love the sea salt and almonds dark chocolate every time I go visit my family in Idaho my family always makes me bring a few pounds of fudge and truffles and dark chocolate read more

They have great sweets like s'mores, cookies, and cinnamon rolls with great service!!!!!!!

Beautiful atmosphere, cute displays, friendly service. Delicious chocolate. I highly recommend the California moon pies and almond Roca type candies. I only wish that they could send their candies all the way to Arkansas. read more

This is an incredible, old fashioned chocolate shop. Everything is made from scratch and high quality. They have excellent espresso too. The owner, Rob, is super nice as are the employees. I love how they have embraced the charm of the historical building they are located in. It's also neat to be able to see how all the sweets are made through the large glass windows towards the back of the store front. Every time I visit family, I will be coming back to this wonderful place! read more