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    The Chocolate Bee

    4.8 (20 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Honey sticks with many different flavours.
    Matt M.

    This is really awesome little shop on the Northside of Cincinnati. As you could guess by the name of the store they lots of local honey here as well as some waxy products. The honey is all legit and very fairly priced too. They had a whole wall of uniquely shaped candles of which we bought quite a few. An adorable tea set and a cute little frog were among the candles we bought. They also have some cool chocolate bars including a bacon/salt one which was good but was lacking the bacon flavour that it promised. They also had some hand products, soaps, and little chocolates in the glass case (the cherry one is really good.) And of course we got a huge chocolate high heel shoe because everyone needs one of those. So many great things here and very nice people too. Definitely a worthy stop for honey or other cool little things too.

    Shalini the owner
    Cindy G.

    The Chocolate Bee is the brainchild of both local bad ass business women: Samantha Gordon (Bee Haven Honey) and Shalini Latour (Chocolates Latour). Together they make up one of my favorite local businesses in Cincinnati. Why? Because their products are 100% the REAL THING. THE HONEY: As far as the honey goes - it is as good as it gets. And I will drive from any corner of the city to get it. To say I am obsessed is putting it lightly. I love the different variations of honey they have: wildflower, spring, fall etc. Fun Fact: Honey can taste very different depending on where the bees pollinate from and what time of year. My favorite product she has is probably the wildflower honey - it's a clear honey and the smell is absolutely intoxicating. I love pairing it with bleu cheese on a cheese plate and making herbaceous cocktails with it or the standard Bee's Knees. I also LOVE the fact that she offers the honeycomb honey - also fantastic for cheese plates! Once you've had the real thing it is SO hard to ever go back. Sam is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about what she does. Ask her anything and if she doesn't know the answer she will find out for you! THE CHOCOLATE: I first tried Shalini's chocolates 5-6 years ago when she dropped off a small batch of pear anise chocolates to one of my yelp events. I didn't know who she was, and I had never had her chocolate. I don't like chocolate (GASP!) and the ONLY reason I tried one of her truffles that night was because it looked so incredibly beautiful and delicate. From there - I learned that maybe I do like chocolate? It just has to be REAL. What do I mean when I say real? Well when you buy a chocolate bar from the store 90% of it is a fake sugar substitute made out of sugar and corn syrup while 10% of it is real cocoa. Growing up I never knew why kids flocked to it. Now, after trying Shalini's which is harvested from beans in farms all over the world (that also help support women entrepreneurs BTW) I get what it is all about. Not only it is insatiable, her chocolates are literal works of art. I've always heard people ask why one truffle or chocolate is so expensive in shops before. Well here's why - Shalini HAND PAINTS her chocolates and the process is for 20 at a time: - Hand paint the form - Make the bottom shell - Fill the inside - Make the top shell - Paint or sprinkle the top FOR JUST 20 TRUFFLES! If you want to impress someone or indulge yourself, I highly reccomend going in and curating a variety box of truffles. Last but not least I love that she works with unique ingredients and it's not just the standard caramel truffle yada yada. She loves a challenge and often creates her candy based on the seasons. So for example if a brewery comes out with a new flavor - sure! Let's try it. If she gets her hands on a new flavor of tea - sure! Why not? And my favorite, the fresh herbed ones. Sam's dad owns a blueberry farm and I once tried a truffle that was a creamed honey and blueberry and I almost fell to the floor. GO SEE THESE LADIES. Shop local. Stock up. And thank me later ;)

    Storefront on Hamilton in Northside
    Roth M.

    Ran into a former co-worker while at Shake It Records today and she told me about this place (apparently having their grand opening today?) and said there were free chocolate samples. That, and a parking spot directly in front of the place, and I was sold! (Not a hard sell...). They had a variety of chocolates, and interesting flavor blends for the various chocolate bars. There were also various Bee Haven products. A large variety of bees wax candles, lip and hand balms, and of course - honey! Lots of different flavors of honey, and "honey straws" of many different flavors that I imagine would be perfect for sweetening up a favorite tea. Definitely a positive-vibe kind of place.

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    Their chocolate is a work of art! And so delicious! They also have pure beeswax candles in molded shapes. Very nice.

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    The chocolate and honey can't be beat, but I dread visiting as the cashier (older white woman) is one of the hardest people to deal with.

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    THE CHOCOLATE: I first tried Shalini's chocolates 5-6 years ago when she dropped off a small batch of pear anise chocolates to one of my yelp events.

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    Maverick Chocolate Co - Wide variety of gift boxes available. Build your own box with your favorite bars, truffles, and drinks.

    Maverick Chocolate Co

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    Over-the-Rhine

    Maverick Chocolate Co. is a great little family owned and run chocolate maker that we found just…read moreacross Elder from popular little Findlay Market north of the OTR neighborhood of Cincy OH. We used to watch their roaster in their store stir and tumble the raw cacao beans they import directly from farmers and co-ops around the world. The aroma was subtle and warming. On this visit (Dec 2025), we realize they had recently moved production across Ohio River to the Eastside in Covington KY :-( The store had a sweet lovely aroma. It was filled with chocolate products that they make themselves. Bars of white chocolate, milk chocolate, flavored, and as dark as 80%, assorted candies, ground cacao, drinking chocolate mix, and even a cacao & chai & adaptogen beverage mix. We went for dark chocolate bars that we hadn't seen before. $14 Limited-edition 70% Thailand Dark Chocolate, sourced from the 10-year-old family-run Khun farm and harvest-station for about 40 neighbors. It had a subtle fruit sweetness and slight acidity, balancing the intensity of rich deep flavors, more savory than bitter. I think that Maverick's methods smooth the bitterness of the darker chocolates. A number of family-members found a bar of Dark chocolate under their tree this holiday season :-) Founded in 2014, Maverick's is a treasure. Next time we get here, we're gonna plan a drive 15min south of here to take a tour (with samples :-) of their factory and soak in that roasty aroma :-)

    Service was a little rude when I spend $30 on chocolate. I was able to sample a couple options…read morebefore making my purchase. I also purchased some truffles to take home, and I purchased enough to get a box but they were out of the small boxes. I told her I was traveling quite a distance and was concerned they would not make it. She said they would be fine and put them in a plastic bag. She could've offered the next size up in box! And indeed they did not make it. Hate I wasted money on these.

    Aglamesis Bros - Sidewalk sitting, enjoying the weather

    Aglamesis Bros

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    The original Oakley location is such a gem and we always appreciate visiting with guests to…read moreCincinnati and telling them a bit of the Aglamesis story! It's nice that the story is on the back of the menus, so locals and guest alike can get a sense of the amazing history! This location could have any quality of food and I would still enjoy a visit because the ambience and decor is so fun and cute! The outside façade of the restaurant as well as the branding have been recently updated, but the inside is straight out of the 1950s. All of the pink, chrome, soda fountain vibes are so fun. And it's such a treat to visit such a vintage spot in 2026! One of Cincinnati's true gems. The ice cream is consistently delicious! It doesn't compete with the other Cincinnati family brand in my opinion, but the diversity of the menu keeps me coming back. I got a pineapple mint ice cream soda, which was surprisingly refreshing and a really good balance of fruity and creamy. My husband got a sundae, which we felt was a little small compared to some of the other menu items - our friends got malts and had a whole other cup of malt available in the stainless steel cup that came on the side. I couldn't help but notice the portion size of that was inconsistent with some of the other items, and I made a plan to split a mall next time for a great value! The service is top-notch and there are very few places you can go to be waited on for an ice cream experience. Don't miss it!

    As i strolled down the vibrant streets of Oakley Square... the inviting historic facade of…read moreAglamesis Brothers immediately caught my eye. The old-school charm of the shop, with its vintage chairs and ice cream diner vibe, felt like stepping back in time. My wife and i decided to indulge in a sweet treat and as we waited for our orders. She opted for two scoops of chocolate and coffee, while i chose a unique sundae named bourbon it has vanilla, chocolate, and coffee all topped with hot fudge and caramel. Each bite was bursting with flavors that were both rich and unexpected, thanks to their homemade creations. The attendant proudly shared the shop's history having been open since 1908, adding a layer of nostalgia and authenticity to our experience. Walking away, i couldn't help but feel grateful for the opportunity to experience such a delightful spot. The combination of rich history, exceptional flavors, and friendly service made Aglamesis Brothers a must-visit for anyone in Cincinnati seeking a memorable ice cream parlor experience. I'll definitely be back to savor more of their creations and to delve into the stories of their long-standing tradition. Until then, thank you for a truly delightful journey! RATINGS & LOGISTICS: - Atmosphere: 9/10 - Food Quality: 9/10 - Service/Flow: 10/10 - Value: 9/10 - Would Return: Yes. Coming back.

    The Chocolate Bee - chocolate - Updated May 2026

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