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Welcome to Dandelion Chocolate

**Dandelion Chocolate** stands out in the world of chocolatiers with its intense, rich flavors that focus on dark chocolates from various origins. The wide variety of chocolates, including bars and gift boxes, offer a unique and bitter taste, differing from traditional American chocolates. Their European drinking chocolate is thick, rich, and not overly sweet, providing a unique depth of flavor. The house hot chocolate is smooth and easy to drink, perfect for any occasion. The atmosphere, with warm wood interiors and jazz music, creates a welcoming vibe for indulging in their exquisite chocolate creations. Sampling their goods with tiny pieces encourages consumption and adds to the overall enjoyable experience.

Dandelion Chocolate: Reviews & Ratings

Sina X.
Sina X.

They have a wide variety of chocolates from different regions, mostly dark chocolate. You can sample chocolates from various origins, and besides chocolate bars, they also offer a range of gift boxes. chocolates are very a rich, bitter flavor, quite different from traditional American chocolate shops. Here, the focus is on intensity, and the chocolates are not very sweet. Various chocolate bakery - **Canele**: Very delicious, with a rich, bitter chocolate flavor. It's crispy on the outside and chewy inside, perfect with tea or coffee. - **S'more Cocoa Marshmallow**: The torch-toasted marshmallow and chocolate are crispy outside with a molten center. The marshmallow is homemade and fresh, served warm and quite sweet. - **Florentine**: Caramelized crispy shell filled with chocolate. The caramel shell is tasty - **Carrot Cake**: Not good, as the strong cinnamon flavor overwhelms the chocolate taste, and the texture is coarse. Best to avoid. V They offer various beverages, including hot chocolate, and you can enjoy complimentary chocolate cookies and housemade marshmallows. I don't like the cold cocoa drinks since doses taste cocoa but too many other spices. You can book a chocolate-making tour, which runs every hour until 2 pm daily. A guide will take you through the factory, explaining the process from cacao bean to chocolate bar. The tour costs $20 per person and is worth checking out if you're interested.

Kathryn Y.
Kathryn Y.

I love hot chocolate for almost any occasion so I had to try it here! I feel like the house chocolate was thin and could be thicker but I think that's my personal preference. I was expecting ultra thick chocolate that I've had before, so this chocolate is probably actually really thick than normal hot chocolate. I'm bummed they don't sell their mugs anymore. I was hoping to get one as they are so comfy to hold. Ok, I love how they have marshmallows to add on the side counter! Amazing! It was super busy in the afternoon, basically no seating. Great to take to go if needed.

James B.
James B.

We got the European drinking chocolate, and it was really really very pleasant. It's thick, rich, and not overly sweet. There's a depth of flavor that you wouldn't get from your typical Swiss Miss. The small might be only 4 oz., but we shared and were satisfied. And the little chocolate biscuit on the side managed to be chocolatey in a different enough way, without being generic. I feel like a prince of yore. Definitely worth a try. I'm curious about the cacao fruit smoothie for next time, though I'm sure I'll be conflicted, wanting to return to the knowably delightful.

Ching C.
Ching C.

Cannot go wrong with anything chocolate related here!! I love their brownies and they recently came out with a raspberry brownie and it was amazing!!

Brian F.
Brian F.

Everything is fantastic, from the bars (single-origin, distinctive and out of this world) to their cakes (buttery crusts, deep chocolate tastes) to their atmosphere (nice wood paneling, pleasant seating/volume to their coffees. Worth the trip, and to take home and give many bars. Also especially appreciative that you can sample their goods with tiny pieces, which definitely encouraged consumption...

Joanna T.
Joanna T.

The mother shop of Dandelion Chocolate. Immersed in the warm wood and jazz music, the vibe is awesome in the morning (weekday. My favorites are the House Hot Chocolate, European Drinking Chocolate (when I need an intense shot) and the Frozen Hot Chocolate (if it's hot outside). The samples are tempting. No better hot chocolate in the City - get to Dandelion asap!

Crystal L.
Crystal L.

This is the best chocolate drink I've had, and I love all things chocolate. The rich chocolate flavor in the frozen hot chocolate is unmatched to any other chocolate in the city. Such a great experience and vibe in the store. There is also samples of chocolate sprinkled towards the sides of the store and you can really try 20+ different types of chocolate! Plus, there is a community board that has some events they host like chocolate making and whatnot.

Monica C.
Monica C.

4.5 Yelp Stars*** Dandelion Chocolate was rated as the number one spot to get hot chocolate in the Bay Area during the winter holiday season. After trying their famous hot chocolate, I agree it was one of the best I had ever tasted. My husband, who was not into sweet things, loved their hot chocolate too. I loved that they also added a small pastry to the side of the cup so you could enjoy a nice, sweet treat while drinking the beverage. My first time coming here was for their chocolate pastries. I personally love brownies so I enjoyed their brownie samplers. The second time I came was when I tried the hot chocolate which was delicious. My husband ordered their cacao fruit smoothie, which tasted like mangosteen. It was refreshing! The last time we came, we tried all three of their hot chocolate on the menu: house hot chocolate, mission hot chocolate, and the European- drinking chocolate. My favorite was still their house hot chocolate, which tasted like melted chocolate that was not too dense. The mission hot chocolate had a spiced kick as described on their menu. The European-drinking chocolate reminded me of the breakfast drink in Barcelona, where they dip churros into a super dense hot chocolate. They were all very good in their own way but I much preferred the house hot chocolate, which was smooth and easy to drink. The worker also recommended the peanut butter brownie cake, which was most similar to a lava cake in their opinion. Although it did not taste like a lava cake, the dessert itself was good! The workers were always very attentive and kind. This place got packed fast and it seemed like a lot of customers enjoy hanging out here for a late coffee drink at night. They also had samples of chocolate on the wall from all over the world so you could try before purchasing! Great ambiance, highly recommend this spot in the Mission!

Daisy L.
Daisy L.

The perfect post-dinner spot to grab something warm and sweet on a cold winter night. Bless their late store hours! My friend and I visited a week ago and we haven't stopped raving about it. I got the Mission Hot Chocolate and her the Frozen Hot Chocolate. The rich chocolate flavor and texture stood out to us immediately and the drinks weren't too sweet. I really enjoyed the spices in the mission hot chocolate; it was a nice added kick. The frozen hot chocolate was equally as delicious and they gave so much whipped cream! The two of us also turned this stop into a little activity by sampling their chocolates. There's a variety of chocolates to try and learn about.

Location

Welcome to Dandelion Chocolate, a renowned chocolatier and shop located in San Francisco, CA. This establishment offers a wide array of chocolates sourced from various regions, with a focus on intense and rich dark chocolate flavors. The chocolates here are not overly sweet, catering to those who appreciate a more bitter taste profile.

Aside from their signature chocolate bars, Dandelion Chocolate also offers delectable bakery items like the crispy Canele, the s'more Cocoa Marshmallow with torch-toasted marshmallows, and the caramel-filled Florentine. While some desserts like the Carrot Cake may miss the mark with an overpowering cinnamon flavor, others like the raspberry brownie are described as amazing.

One of the highlights of Dandelion Chocolate is their range of beverages, including hot chocolate that has been praised for its thickness and rich flavor. Customers have also raved about the European Drinking Chocolate and the decadent Frozen Hot Chocolate.

For an interactive experience, Dandelion Chocolate offers chocolate-making tours that take guests through the entire process from cacao bean to chocolate bar. The cozy atmosphere of the shop, complete with wood paneling and jazz music, adds to the overall inviting vibe.

If you're a chocolate lover looking for a unique and immersive experience, Dandelion Chocolate is a must-visit destination. Indulge in the rich flavors, sample various chocolates, and savor the warm delights that this establishment has to offer.