This is a great spot to stop for a coffee after a day of shopping or walking around. They have…read moreplenty of seating, and I loved all the natural light coming through the space. It makes for a nice place to relax and recharge. I ordered the mousse cake with a double espresso, and it was the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. The mousse cake was delicious with a great balance of fruity and chocolate flavors, and it wasn't overly sweet. The double espresso paired really well with it and helped cut through the richness of the cake.

Located conveniently on State Street near the magnificent miles, the store is like a heaven for…read morethose in love with chocolate. We got a slice of the coconut chocolate cake and the cookie we I love it. It is not too rich with chocolate and just right! The ambiance is nice. Staff is friendly. They also have those cute animal chocolate.

Love the turtles and the cookies. I personally get an espresso shot in my sipping chocolate.read more

Amazing chocolate and pastries and the customer service girl is so nice and they seem short staffed…read morebut are trying hard

Super cute little cafe! Nice amount of seating available. Loved they have a great variety of…read moredrinking chocolates and truffles. Also love that you can get a drinking chocolate flight. This comes in a set of 3 mini sizes. Staff was super accommodating and very patient with my decision paralysis of trying to choose flavors. They had great recommendations and our order was up quickly. Tried the hazelnut, semi sweet, and cardamom rose. Really enjoyed it! The marshmallows are also house made and were delish! Tried the truffle of the week, Baileys and they also had a line of brewery inspired flavors, so I tried the Clementine Cider. One also random star of the show is the well stocked washroom! Equipped with ample space, changing table, baby wipes, diapers, sanitary pads and tampons. Kudos for being well stocked for all the ladies and mamas out there! Can't wait to come back to try the other drinking chocolates!

This is Review: 1234 - couldn't resist!!!!…read more Stopped into this establishment after Diva Dance to celebrate one of our members birthday. We grabbed some divine hot chocolate. I opted to try the goat cheese walnut dark chocolate while they prepared my drinking chocolate. My candy was delicious and goat cheese pair well with the chocolate. For my drinking chocolate, I got the Koval Bourbon Drinking Chocolate with Salted Caramel Marshmallow. It was fantastic and a nice warm up to frigid temperatures outside. All in all, a good way to warm up. Lots of options for food. On this occasion it was pretty packed but everyone was in jolly moods considering the holiday season.

We had dinner across the street. Upon exiting the restaurant, Hotel Chocolat called to me. We had…read moreto see what delights this shop had in store. SO many options! It was a bit overwhelming. Most assorted boxes had chocolates with something inside. I was looking for something more pure. Our friend bought two smaller (9 pieces each, I believe) boxes. When we saw him next, he had tried a piece or two and mentioned they were very good. We found Mint Batons in the sale section. Originally $12 each (using my memory here), the Mint Batons were on sale for $4.50. I bought three. I like that they are just chocolate, for the most part. They are delicious and they scratch the itch I've been having for another dark chocolate mint candy. If we were to return (we don't live in Chicago), I'd try some of the filled chocolates. Also, they sell hot chocolate... and I mean hot chocolate. Okay this is touch, but why reinvent the wheel. The call it drinking chocolate. I LOVE this idea and will definitely partake if we return.

My friend and I were dining in the area, and she mentioned that she had seen a positive review of…read moreHotel Chocolat because they offer vegan truffles! Upon entering the establishment, I was very impressed with how gorgeous the place is; it's perfectly curated with living plants, rich brown floors and wood shelving, beautiful light, and elegantly minimalistic packaging. There were vegan candy options in a variety of places, but we decided to gift ourselves an entire box of "Unbelievably Vegan" chocolates. So far, the ones we ate are delicious! One of my biggest pet peeves with vegan candy is that it's usually way too sweet, to the point where it actually hurts my teeth. These are totally different--they're super flavorful, rich, creamy, and not overly sweet at all. They are perfect for a self-care treat, but the chic boxes also make them a great gift. Oh, and the staff working here were wonderful! Tipping is optional, but they deserve it!

Stopped by Katherine Annes to grab some valentines day chocolates. Love that I can support a local…read morebusiness that is so community oriented. Their sipping chocolate flight is amazing, but I'm also in love with their savory items like the kale salad. The irving park location is also very spacious and perfect for anyone studying or trying to get some work done. Service is friendly and they went above and beyond helping me pick up the perfect box of chocolates.

First thing the shop is absolutely beautiful! There's a cute little seating area that faces the…read morewindow. As well as a lovely main seating area! Everything is covered in soft velour and velvet and it's just beautiful! There's a great mural on the wall with different cute sayings painted on the leaves. I'll be sharing pictures of those so make sure you take a look! It's a little pricey for your average person but the quality of the chocolate which is from France and Germany makes it worth it! Their coffees come with a lot of options, some with very unique flavor combinations. I tried the rosemary caramel iced latte and I loved it! Which I was surprised by because I'm not usually a rosemary fan. They have a great variety of homemade marshmallows which I will also show you in the pictures, I can't resist a good marshmallow! So I had to try the brown butter marshmallows to bring home with me and oh my goodness! But the real winner for me was Homemade caramels! I would go back just for those! Especially the bacon one ! If you go there and try absolutely nothing else , get yourself a couple of those. you can thank me later ! The staff is super friendly and helpful! I also love that you can see back into the Candy Kitchen! So you know that all the Truffles and caramels and everything is prepared in-house and are super fresh and extra delicious! If you're ever near one of their many locations I encourage you to stop in! The coffee price point is actually very affordable, the truffle and marshmallow prices are truthfully probably comparable with like Godiva or Fannie May but they are made with much higher quality ingredients. Not someplace I would visit everyday, but definitely great for a special occasion! This would be a great business to visit for some sweet holiday treats! They have multiple shops! Support your local small businesses!!!

I love this place! Colorful decor and furniture, its bright and fun ambiance is warm and inviting…read more Spacious cafe with plenty of seating and two large rooms. Friendly service. The food and beverages are delicious! I loved the southwest chicken sandwich, as well as the Caesar salad with chicken. Every ingredient tasted fresh and high quality, and the chicken was tender and juicy. The sandwich also came with a tasty cup of soup. The tomato soup was very nice, and the croutons on top were the perfect touch. I enjoyed such a fun matcha latte! It was called Super Monkey Ball matcha and the presentation was great! The banana cream topping with cinnamon filled the top. Really comfortable place to relax with friends or get some work done.

The staff were beyond friendly and welcoming. They have an…read moreextensive menu of drinks and food. We got the green goddess smoothie and a delicious chocolate chip cookie! There's more than ample sitting inside the cafe! They have 2 all gender bathrooms with convenient changing stations to take care of your little ones.

A temporary 4/5 We…read moretried A BUNCH and the ones that were good were fantastic and addictive and there are so many more we need to go back and try. Some weren't that flavorful and were a bit confusing to the pallet but that's just preference. The quality of the chocolate and flavors is what matters and we are very excited to come back and get some more!

Exquisite chocolates, both beautiful and delectable. Plus, quite affordable compared to other…read moreboutique chocolatiers. They sell boxes of four, nine, and sixteen, any of which would serve as a nice gift for various occasions. My wife gave some as hostess gifts for a few events that she attended this year, and in turn I got her some for Mother's Day. There are traditional western varieties such as hazelnut, praline, coffee, and vanilla, as well as fruity options and other Filipino-inspired flavors. I'm happy to support a local business and will definitely be using them again for future gift-giving occasions.

Love their matcha. Cheapest in the city, but so good!…read more Service is quick Ambiance is cutie but it's a small store so you're in and out

This place easily has the best matcha soft serve out there right now, and with a rotating second…read moreflavor! We've tried the jasmine osmanthus, and as of 5/24/26 the most recent flavor is ube (and apparently still is at the time of this review according to their Instagram). All the flavors have been incredible so far and we always look forward to the next time we can go. Additionally, it's vegan so everyone can enjoy it! They have been known to run out though, so get there early if you can. They also have beautifully decorated bonbons, caramels, and chocolates, all with some really unique flavors I haven't seen anywhere else - check out the pictures to see some of them! I'd feel guilty eating the bonbons because they're so elegant, but they would make a fantastic gift. They make their matcha lattes using matcha powder that they also sell, and you can actually choose which matcha powder you want to try based on its profile. They have a chart that shows the matcha choices and their descriptions; I'll try to grab a picture of and post here the next time we go which will hopefully be soon, but someone may have already posted it. It's a small place so it can get busy and crowded quickly, especially since they're only open on the weekends. Everyone has been so nice and helpful whenever we go though, despite how busy they get! Can't wait until our next visit!

An excellent stop on the way to the airport. Our pal, Dr. Robert, has redeemed himself by…read morerecommending this spot. Leonidas is a regular for the good doctor. It's a nice coffee-with-your-peeps stop or maybe a small lunch. It's quite cozy and they have a nice variety to choose from. Certainly, many as a drop in bakery and take their treasures to-go. I had a lovely strawberry Belgian waffle and a Marocchino Caldo. Good to the last drop. I noticed many people ordering crepes and croissants. There's just so much here. Robert always walks out with macarons that he snacks on throughout the day. So even the health wise has his days. I chose the Chocolate Raspberry Bombe and don't regret it! Our service was terrific. Such nice folks distributing a luscious product. Another fantastic find in metro Chicago. 02/26

My goal is to try 50 new Chicago restaurants in 2025!…read moreRestaurant: 30/50 Month tried: May Favorite dish: Floranger Hot Chocolate (dark chocolate + orange) Absolutely yes. Worth the wait from when the old meat market closed for Leonidas to finally open. I only got hot chocolate, but I'm telling you it was the BEST hot chocolate of my life. I got a dark chocolate with orange, with fresh hand-whipped cream. Yummmm. I brought some little chocolate truffles home and their flavor selection was fantastic - think Bergamot Caramel, Strawberry Balsamic, Sesame Nougat...it was impossible to choose. Only regret is that I wasn't there for a full meal. The crepes and waffles sound incredible. Gotta make my way back soon!

Have bought boxes as gifts. They were always well-received…read more The non-dairy chocolate squares (all flavors) are excellent.

Excellent chocalate and staff! Worth the trip!! Check out the bookstore across the street too.read more