The young woman who helped me select chocolates for a friend's birthday present was very…read moreknowledgeable, friendly, gracious, and helpful. Excellent service. And amazingly good chocolates!

Made some chocolate-dipped strawberries for me as a special order. The berries were delicious and…read morethe staff was friendly and talkative while I was waiting. I grew up going here and it's still great

I've now had bean to bar chocolate from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska to Somerville, Mass, and…read moreSomerville Chocolate is right up there with the best of chocolatiers. I've tried three of their bars. The single origin bars (Cruncho and Q'ori Warmi) were distinctive and smooth with a beautiful mouth melt, even with a high chocolate content. Their Smoked Chocolate was experimental and fun. Somerville makes chocolate speak!

Somerville Chocolate makes delicious chocolate that is made with quality ingredients. The staff are…read moreknowledgeable and can help you select a bar. I like that they offer samples so you know what you are buying. I purchased the Q'Ori Warmi 80% dark chocolate. I absolutely loved it!

These chocolates are pricey ($54 for a 10 box + 5 box) and can be hit or miss but overall…read moredelicious! That said, if you're a chocoholic and love trying flavors from around the world it's worth dropping by. I came by to get some valentine boxes and the staff were very nice + efficient so they moved through the long line easily. I must say, wow their chocolate selection was impressive! The display was stocked full of unique truffles and their packaging was beautiful. We were happy with most of the chocolates but one did taste a little stale unfortunately. Otherwise, definitely a nice spot to find a gift for a special someone!

Stopped in here with my friend so she could look for some last-min Christmas gifts. They have a ton…read moreof options here to curb your sweet tooth. My friend bought a Dubai chocolate bar for $17. It's pricey, but delicious. Solid option in Beacon Hill.

I was so sad they didn't have mousse au chocolat noir en cornet cacao, but we tried the cookie and…read moremoelleux au chocolat avec glace au miel salé (chocolate lava cake with ice cream) I love that it wasn't too sweet, something I have a hard time finding at dessert places. The chocolate lava cake takes around 15 min to make. The size is similar to the lava cakes you see at somewhere like chilis. I honestly thought it was pretty similar to a cake at chilis besides it being less sweet. The ice cream we chose was salted honey (I think, can't remember exactly besides it being salty). The ice cream paired very well with the cake, but it came in such a tiny cup. It was the size of the cups you get at the dentist to rinse. Actually, it might be even smaller than that. The cookie was a standard chocolate chip cookie. Nothing to run to, so I don't think it was worth the $6. Just warm up a Market Basket cookie and you'd have the same effect. Honestly, this place was good, but not worth the price. However, I didn't get to try the mousse so maybe that's worth it

Very cute shop for treats to pamper with. The chocolate mousse is dense and rich. The chocolates…read moreare even better! I know pricing might be a complaint, but it's good to keep in mind that growing, harvesting, and making chocolate itself is a resource demanding process and would be reflected in quality.

Wildchild is a new business that everyone should know about. I am hoping they grow from being at…read morecraft shows and markets and pop-ups to having their own site or being in all the good food shops around here. I first ran into Wild Child Chocolate at a holiday crafts fair in December. Then in April, I got chocolate for my family for the spring holidays. They were a HUGE HIT! Everyone loved them. I got four flavors, so we did a mini chocolate tasting. I had all dark chocolate selections. These are the kinds of chocolates that you eat a little at a time, so you can savor them. The chocolate is handmade, super fresh, and have interesting flavor combinations. They are also made with ethically sourced ingredients. Because I live near the pop-up, I was able to pick up my order. My order was packed and ready, the man at the counter was delightful, as we wished one another a happy holiday! Couldn't be better! Delivery is available on their website for those not lucky enough to live near Wild Child Chocolate.

I googled what souvenirs to take back home. This chocolate shop came up. It looked so interesting…read morethat I had to try it. These chocolates are mostly dark. What makes them different is that some blends have a rougher texture. It's different and a must-try. The store is located inside this huge building. The building is on the industrial side of the city. The building looks like a big warehouse. The parking in front is limited. They make the chocolate here, and it smells so good. If you come on weekdays, you can watch them do it. Inside the little store, they have samples of the chocolates and chocolate for sale. The staff was informative. I enjoyed my time here. He had great chocolate stories. I got great customer service and a great experience.

Absolutely love it here. They'll let you sample anything they have! The grittiness of their…read morestone-ground chocolate is so unique and they have plenty of variety in percentages of cacao in their products so there's something for everybody. I like 80-100% and they have plenty in that wheelhouse to accommodate. Also highly recommend their raspberry dark chocolate! The live tour is great too if you have time and can plan ahead. It's fun seeing their facility and how they source and make their products. Always feels welcoming and comfortable when you're in there - I take everybody who comes to visit me in the city.

Madeleine's Candy Shop is a charming neighborhood candy store that feels like a modern take on a…read moreclassic sweet shop. We walked into a small but thoughtfully designed space with a fun and colorful atmosphere that makes it enjoyable to browse even before picking anything out. The shop has a curated, intentional feel, focusing on specialty treats and gift options rather than just carrying the usual selection you would find at a standard candy store. The layout is compact but well organized, with the pick-your-own candy setup adding an interactive element that makes the visit feel more engaging. The candy selection is the main highlight. There is a great mix of gummies, sour candies, chocolates, and international sweets, with many options that feel more unique than typical grocery store candy. The Swedish-style gummies and Bubs candies are especially worth checking out if you like chewy candy with different textures and flavors, and the variety across the selection gives you plenty of room to explore different combinations. The shop also has options beyond candy, including chocolate, soft serve, and seasonal treats. The soft serve adds another reason to visit, especially during warmer weather, and flavors like maple soft serve fit well with the New England feel of the store. The combination of candy and ice cream makes it feel less like a quick purchase and more like a fun dessert stop. The staff were friendly and helpful during our visit, which added to the welcoming atmosphere. The store is on the smaller side, so it can feel crowded when there are a lot of people browsing, but the layout still makes it easy to look around. The prices are a little higher than a typical candy store, but the quality and uniqueness of the products make sense for the experience. Madeleine's Candy Shop is one of those places that feels like a destination rather than just a place to buy sweets. The cute atmosphere, creative selection, and attention to detail make it a great stop for a treat, a gift, or simply a fun place to browse. It offers a candy shopping experience that feels both thoughtful and playful, with a rotating selection that rewards repeat visits and exploration.

My friend and I came here after Thursday dinner on a really hot Boston day, and the line was down…read morethe block! Luckily it moved relatively quickly. I ordered a mini chocolate/maple swirl with chocolate sprinkles and it was DELIGHTFUL! Very smooth, rich, and creamy soft serve. The maple flavor was a nice twist. This is really just a window attached to the candy store, so a lot of people were milling around on the sidewalk after getting their ice cream! I'll definitely be back!!

I come here a couple times each year to buy gifts for folks, especially around the holidays…read more My faves: the nut sampler, where you can choose 3 kinds in a pretty tin; the little boxes of truffles/chocolates (great for gifting); and the wall of chocolate covered nuts/etc. I love getting the non pareils and the chocolate covered mac nuts. . . soooo good. Cute, smells good, the folks are really nice. They wrap things up for you. The parking is always a pain in this area.

The best chocolates in New England! I weaned my wife from her (previous) favorite imported Belgian…read morechocolate by treating her to Fastachi.