Discovered this place thanks to free samples the staff were giving out when we passed by. Instantly…read morefell in love with the first bite, and become a Laderach fan for life. The almond and chocolate is my favorite but also tried the other flavors, including strawberry crème, pistachio, and dark chocolate. They are all of great quality and crunch. The store smells and looks amazing, full of great quality chocolate from Switzerland. Give this place a try if you haven't already. You won't be disappointed!

Laderach was actually quite scrumptious…read more I was pleasantly surprised and my taste buds rejoiced in delight. Yummy

Amazing service, extremely sweet and accommodating. I came here with a friend and we tried the…read moredubai chocolate strawberry cup. Everything is made in house which is so cool and the flavor itself was amazing, literally the perfect sweet treat: Crunchy, sweet, tart, yall need to come get yourself some of this. They also offer a variety of other sweets, would love to try next time!

I have a guilty feeling of pity while writing this, but I'm a huge chocolate lover - meaning I've…read morepretty much gone to all the chocolatiers where I live (there are a lot) and usually try to go to a popular chocolate place whenever I take a trip. TAWDI appeared highly rated, but it was also basically the only choice. Walking in to Mickey Mouse greeting you, it's a very homely, organized, and oddly empty shop with some Middle Eastern influence. They are big on marketing for their Dubai chocolate offerings, which I did try. The lady who helped was very kind, offering us each a sample by the chocolate type we liked. As she explained how they make chocolate in the back daily, I had to inquire about popular selections and what some flavors were. Basically, they seem to focus on Dubai chocolates and have some imported goods from Lebanon. While I trust that they make chocolates daily, I have to question how much, what flavors, and what is being turned over, because the sample I ate and the chocolates I opened up later certainly had obvious chocolate bloom, and yes they were stored at an appropriate temperature and eaten on the same day. At the price these pieces were, they certainly shouldn't have chocolate bloom nor taste like old chocolate. The filling of their Dubai bar was nice, crunchy, and moist, but the exterior chocolate shell didn't really have a taste. I am fine with paying a premium for premium-tasting chocolate and often do it, but I would have preferred eating grocery store chocolate, honestly. I'm not sure what others are tasting or whether people reviewing TAWDI are actually into chocolate, but I was disappointed when I didn't enjoy these.

European chocolates are like red wine, full bodied, rich, and an explosion of flavor, indulgent in…read moreevery sense. Asian chocolates, on the other hand, tend to be lighter, less sweet, more delicate and subtle on the palate. Frenchian chocolates felt like they sat comfortably between both worlds. They were pleasant to eat, not as heavy or intensely rich as traditional Belgian chocolates, yet not bland or lacking in flavor either. The sweetness was well balanced, and the flavors were enjoyable without being overpowering. I probably would not go out of my way to purchase them again, but for those who prefer chocolates that are not too sweet or too bold in flavor, these would suit their palate well. Overall, I had a good time tasting them. Happy Valentine's Day!

It's awesome to have a local chocolatier in our area, and what surprised me is to learn that they…read morehave an alternative sweetener that makes it healthier and appropriate for those who may be controlling their sugar levels. The chocolates are beautiful and really are eye catching, with different colors and shapes and great flavor profiles. For example, the earl grey chocolate has the essence of tea but is not overpowering with floral notes and certainly a great treat. I was able to sample several pieces with my kid although we primarily visited this shop to pick up the viral dubai chocolare (at least during the time when dubai chocolate flavor was getting hyped up). The service from the associates have always been great, as I've visited randomly since this location is close to Jamboree Rd and in the same plaza as a self car wash spot. It may be a bit pricey but it certainly is a unique chocolate boutique shop with lots to offer. It may sound very corporate, but I feel like this is the type of chocolate you would want to order to gift a bunch of office team members or to distribute as client gifts during the holidays. All in all, great shop with great chocolate!

Although it's a bit pricey, every bite is worth it. I can't help but stop for chocolates whenever…read moreI'm at the mall, even if I'm just passing through or shopping for something else. The staff are always friendly and helpful, especially when I have trouble deciding which chocolate to pick.

3/28/26 Shout out to Jessica, who was very accommodating and welcoming to their delightful shop. I…read morewas greeted by a wonderful lady at the Front, who was handing out samples. It was milk chocolate with hazelnuts that was simply decadent and delicious, but I must have it in dark chocolate.. Everything in its place boxes and boxes of delectable chocolates abound this chocolatier. What I love most about it is the free samples, of course, it is like Costco, but in chocolate for me. I did get a small block of the dark chocolate with hazelnut and tried about three more of their beautifully handcrafted chocolate bites, they do not skimp. Jessica was patient while I asked questions which she happily answered and tried one of the usual w/ ganache that was OK so I chose some that had some nuts in it. All in all this was a very delightful experience and would joyfully return but with small hesitation because it's just devilishly good & sinful! The chocolates were placed in a glass case the same way precious stones & gems are displayed. Simply fabulous. Had a wonderful time here. Topnotch!

$3/scoop of delicious handmade ice cream on a cup (no cones) and great friendly service…read more I had peanut butter cup and it had plenty of large chunks of chocolate peanut butter cups. My wife loved hers , too! Highly recommended.

I'm so happy to have finally been able to make it to Milk & Cookies! I've been craving an ice cream…read moresandwich, and this place really satiated that craving. They have warm cookies ready to go - sold by single, six pack, dozen, and jumbo. They also serve a cookie & scoop of ice cream, ice cream sandwich, and two cookies & milk deals for a reasonable price. As soon as I entered the shop, I was immediately greeted with the warm, buttery, sweet aroma that makes a cookie shop feel just right. Staff was very quick to help and take my order despite the line getting longer. I went with a six pack: Lemon Blueberry, Cowboy (chocolate chip, walnuts, oatmeal raisin), Royal Hawaiian (chocolate chip, coconut flakes, macadamia nuts), M&M, Oatmeal Raisin, and White Chocolate Macadamia Nut cookies. I also ordered a scoop of their vanilla ice cream, which was creamy and perfectly balanced in both texture and flavor. I really enjoyed all of the cookies, but if I had to choose my top two, it'll be the Cowboy and Royal Hawaiian. I can't wait to come back for another box of cookies and pick up a bottle of milk, too!

After grabbing sushi next door which everyone was honestly disappointed we decided to come here…read morefor dessert instead. Sunday around 11pm . It was busy and took longer to get our food . But it was worth it . It was everyone's first time visiting, and we were all craving something sweet. This place did not disappoint at all and definitely helped make up for the our bad dinner. Everyone was satisfied with their order, and I only managed to take a photo of mine lol...but it was delicious! Perfect portions. The staff was friendly , clean and good atmosphere. I'm definitely coming back next time I'm in town.

The desserts here are AMAZING!! There is so much to choose from we could not decide. Everything…read morelooked so good! We met Mona, the owner who was so kind and explained all of their desserts and gave us some recommendations. The space is so cute and fun! We ordered the sushi roll which is a crepe and you can choose one of their chocolate bars to go inside of it. We chose the Kinder bar. We picked the belgian milk chocolate as a dip on the side. All of their chocolate is imported from Italy and you can really tell thats its high quality. It is sooooo yummy! We got the croffle with blueberry topping and cake crumbles wity strawberries on the side. We also got the cream puffs dubai style. They currently have a Mother's Day promotion where customers get a free bouquet of crochet flowers with every pre-order. Such a cute idea! They open until 11 PM on weekdays and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Perfect for a late night snack! I would totally recommend this location in Tustin! Everything was so delicious! I can't wait to go back! 10/10

Review 51/365 Day Challenge…read more Had to come here since my local See's Candy shop was out of the Rum milk chocolate nougat that my girlfriend/Bday girl loves. I've came here several of times. It's a pretty big See's Candy and i believe it's the headquarters where they actually make the chocolates here. $ 35.50 per lb. Associate Veronica was really nice. Greeted us w some yummy chocolate to sample. See's Candies are always so yummy & nostalgic. They've been around forever, See's location is always so clean and nicely put together. Lots of parking available. FYI they offer complimentary gift wrapping for the season and special occasion.

It's the Christmas season and at work we received a few boxes of See's candies and I always go for…read morethe dark chocolate almond candies. I remember when I was a kid, my mom would bring home numerous boxes of See's candies from work as she was gifted them from various families of patients she took care of and of course the dark chocolate almond was the favorite pick then. I'm happy to report the product tastes the exact same from when I was a kid to now which is rare. I feel like a lot of products have changed over time but not See's. I forget that there's a See's in my neighborhood and recently was eating lunch across the street and decided to stop in to see if they sold just dark chocolate almond candies and they did! They were in one of those rotating display stands by the register and it was 1 pound for $16! The line kind of moved slow and I was in a rush and getting annoyed so once I got to the front I was just in a go-go-go mode. Patti O. rang me up and asked me how I was doing, but the way she asked it felt genuine. I haphazardly asked her how she was doing and she said she couldn't complain, she's selling chocolate all day so she's pretty happy. Something about that interaction instantly put me in a good mood and made me slow down. I smiled and then she looked at my purchase and told me good choice and then proceeded to put some samples into a separate bag and told me she put some milk and dark chocolate truffles in there for me. It was like my grandma sneaking me chocolates for later! I literally was not expecting to get anything from this store except those dark chocolate almonds but it made me feel like I was a kid again. Thank you Patti O!

I know it's a franchise and a tourist trap at the other place that they're located at, but I can't…read morehelp but to love the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop. Located in San Fransokyo, I miss the days when they used to give out the chocolate as samples, but I'm sure they were losing way too much. This location accepts Magic Key discounts and despite the crowds, the cast members are pretty efficient and serve with a smile on their faces too. They'll call out your name and/or number when it's ready. Yes, you can get sundaes, ice cream, and shakes, but you can also get cookies, brownies, and chocolate dipped strawberries. If you want to grab a gift to go, they also have wrapped chocolates by weight and sometimes other packaged goodies too, Christmas and Halloween themed and seasonally themed too (I've seen pumpkin and peppermint flavor with cute bags and packaging) or you can get a cute bear plushie here too. With how hot California weather is, I do recommend picking it up later in the day when it's not going to melt or taking it back to your hotel so it can be in the A/C. I LOVE that they just rethemed the shop to match San Fransokyo so you do see the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, SF, gold miners, etc., but you also see sakura cherry blossom trees and the chocolate ads in katakana are super cute and endearing. If you wait long enough too, you can see the animatronics go through an earthquake too. My indulgent treat here is the frozen hot chocolate. Super yummy and rich and deep chocolate taste. If I can't find anything else that I want to "drink" at DCA, this is THE drink to get. Perfect for any weather, hot or cold. It's that good.

Love coming here for the hot chocolate and handmade sundaes! My favorite is the World Famous…read moreChocolate Sundae- this decadent dessert features scoops of ice cream layered with sweet chocolate fudge, caramel syrup, a generous cloud of whipped cream, topped with peanuts and a bright cherry on top. The store is vibrant and welcoming, rooted in the rich heritage of San Francisco. Many Ghirardelli locations pay homage to the city's roots through iconic marquee signs or interactive, shaking murals. Staff here are friendly and helpful. Making great recommendations! Prices are reasonable! And the vibe is definitely nostalgic with a vintage charm. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted by the rich, sweet aroma of melting cocoa. You can often watch in-house chocolatiers or see warm hot fudge drizzling down inside the shop. This is definitely the spot to indulge in some tasteful desserts!

I got their banana pudding matcha and pan au chocolate and it was so good! The quality of the…read morematcha was amazing, the banana pudding was so yummy not too sweet! And the pan au chocolate was so crispy and buttery and the chocolate inside was melted and creamy! I definitely would come back here!

Food: Their banana pudding matcha is amazing and has real pudding! The only thing is this drink is…read moreslightly expensive at $8 or $9! However, it's worth it and unique from other matcha places. Additionally, their garlic bread and cakes are so good too! Ambiance: This location is spacious with many tables, and the display case is so appetizing. Service: The cashiers could be slightly more energetic, but also understand that their shifts may be busy, and they might feel overwhelmed/tired. Overall great cafe to visit with your friends or on a hot day! Excited to hear your thoughts!!

I finally decided to stop by on a hot day. Wonderful toffee ice cream bars. Both rich and creamy…read more Tried the churro toffee as well. It smacks! It also doesn't have that heavy tilt most toffee has. Customer service was great and knowledgeable. I'm glad to have this confectionary craftsmanship nearby when that sweet tooth strikes!

The candy made in this shop is unbelievable. The quality is so high, so pure, you'll never go into…read morea Sees again. Just sayin'... Brian is a master candymaker ('course, he learned from the best - his mom!) and he has just rolled out a new, entirely hand-made goody that is positively mind-blowing: a 19oz (not a typo!) BRICK of chocolate that is stuffed with pistachio nougat and almond toffee! Unbeliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiievaaable. I bought mine yesterday, and told Brian I'd make it last into April. NOT gonna happen. I selected the dark chocolate edition (milk and white are also available) and it is beyooooond compare. The THICK dark chocolate coating is super rich, crunchy delish but what's inside is the star: an expertly-rendered mixture of pistachio nougat and Brian's signature almond toffee. Mouth-feel is just right; the candy middle is NOT too sweet, very, very rich, and INSTANTLY ADDICTIVE - LOL! This is the kind of thing you'd bring to a dinner party and share with others, along with champagne. I'd personally pair this premier confection with an Isla Scotch or a realllly smoooth American bourbon.... All in all, a super quality treat, hand-made with care, love and attention to just. the. right. balance - of EVERYTHING. Brian has just started offering these at his counter. Wiord to the early bird: he's gonna run out! Soon.....