Great service. They took time to explain the differnet type of the chocolates and how they interact with with eachother. Thr first time it was just not thick enough than what I was thinking in my kind (not in anyway their fault) and they were kind enough to make me a sipping drink based on what I was truly looking for. So yes as other have said some of the best hot chocolate I have tasted. When I visit Seattle again, I'll be coming back. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience. read more

Chocolat Vitale - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Chocolat Vitale - A quaint shop that boasts fine small batch artisanal chocolates, wines, snacks, and vinyl records. One nicely decorated restroom. The shop owner was great! Very personable, friendly, knowledgeable. European Classic 50% - sweeter, but more chocolatey. Venezuelan Black 65% - darker chocolate, smooth and velvety. Both chocolate drinks were delicious. read more

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Attentive and considerate service. By far THE BEST hot chocolate you can purchase. Don't hesitate, highly recommend. Will be stopping by any time I'm in the neighborhood and it's open. read more

This place has the best hot chocolate I've ever had. Period. No really- the best EVER. I am not kidding one bit when I say that. And I have had my fair share of drinking chocolate across several spots on the west coast. The first thing you'll notice getting in is that it looks nothing like a regular cafe. They have coffees, small pastries and truffles, and bags of coffee and chocolates on one side. They also sell some knick-knacks - think cute cups, teapots and plants(!). Then, there are bottles of wine. Finally, the records on on the other side. Yep, good old records as well as a record player. This is an odd combination, but I'd love to myself have a shop where I sell all of my favorite things. Now, onto the drinking chocolates - you can not only pick milk, dark, extra dark, but you can go a step further and (almost) pick percentages of cocoa in your drink - "Would you like 68%, 74%, 81% or 88%?" - and country of origin - "Venezuela or Columbia?" And if you're lucky, you may get to hear the story behind the chocolate you're drinking. Ask! read more

Chocolat Vitale - Wall of chocolate - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Chocolate heaven! the hot chocolate and the chocolates are little drops of heaven! We were in Greenwood and came across this highly rated chocolate shop. This is an Italian inspired chocolate shop which has lots of chocolates from all over the world, coffee and tea. They also have vinyl collection! We ordered Hot Chocolate which was made of Venezuelan Dark Chocolate (65%). It was one of the smoothest & silkiest chocolate drink we ever had. The owner gave us a brief intro about the store and we ordered truffles from Laderach brand. We took the Cardamon and Coconut flavors created by Laderach based on Indian flavors. Both of these chocolates took us back to our favorite Indian desserts based on Cardamon and Coconut! They were amazing! we also got a taste of new Chocolates from San Francisco. it was a dark chocolate made by Orange peels. You could taste the orange as well! The owner also mentioned that they are opening a new Italian sandwich shop across the street! This store is right at the intersection of a 4 way stop sign and has limited parking in front of the store; you can find street parking on either side. Lastly, this store is bit expensive and charges for the quality of the products they have! read more

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This place had the best ever hot chocolate we've ever had. OMG! Never expected it, it's a little pricey but you are effectively drinking a bar of really good chocolate. Btw the coffee was good too. read more

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One of my personal favorite places to sit back and pass the hours of the day away. It's very easy to lose hours of time here, despite its cozy size. From the Italian imports and wall of chocolate, to the simply packaged loose leaf tea and vinyls, this place embodies the true meaning of a "third place". It has all the warmth and coziness of sitting by a window with an enthralling book. The owner is a sweetheart as well and a wealth of rich knowledge and experience. I come back to indulge my sweet tooth with a few truffles or a chai tea. The vinyls selection is surprisingly large relative to size and caters to different tastes without showing preference. It won't replace your regular vinyl shops but it's a fun addition rarely seen in cafes, or really any business since digital commerce has become the norm. In short, turn off your phone, bring a book and enjoy a feast for the all the senses and the soul. read more

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The best hot chocolate in the city - best hot chocolate I've ever had in my life! I'm a picky hot chocolate drinker and this one really delivers. I get 50% cocoa, but they also have higher percentages for a darker taste. The cocoa is tasty in-house or to-go. Their goat's milk cheese from the cheese tray is also impeccable. The ambiance is a trip - lots of records and furniture to dodge around and cozy up to. I'm on my way to becoming a regular. read more

The old Seattle isn't dead! I stopped in here for coffee and discovered that it is not just a coffee/ chocolate shop but also sells secondhand records, wine, cheese, and other assorted goodies. The owner was still priming her espresso machine and poured the shot for my americano three times to make sure it was just right. She explained to me why the first two pulls weren't up to par so I came away with a deeper knowledge of espresso as well as a gratis americano and chocolate sample since I had to wait. This is a lovely and eclectic shop with an owner who is very knowledgeable about chocolate and coffee, aka the finer things in life! read more

It's been awhile since my last visit to Chocolat Vitale and obviously it was pre-Yelp. Stopped in with The Homie yesterday afternoon (11/11/17) and of course, forgot to officially check-in! Wow the retail space had transformed with additional seating and retail focal points interspersed! Lovely layout with lots of natural light from the large windows. Got some of their signature drinking chocolate (10 ounces $19, 20% off through 11/12/17!) and some Cluizel chocolates: 4 chocolate coated orange peel ($1 for a pair), 2 with gianduja, and 2 The Homie picked where the latter two types were $2 each. I enjoy the retail sites like Fran's, Chocolopolis, Chocolati, Theo's, Intrigue, and Chocolat Vitale. Ironic that I'm posting during the Chocolate Festival weekend in Seattle. Yes, Halloween just passed with all those bite sized goodies. But if one wants to indulge and savor delicious, high quality chocolate and support an indie shop with personable customer service (especially from Janet Eicher), be sure to stop Chocolat Vitale! read more

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remember the chocolate river at Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory? Ya? Well Chocolat Vitale is like a coffee shop that serves chocolate from that river in many variations. Super friendly owners that'll answer all your questions, make amazing recommendations, and throw together some amazingly chocolately concoctions! Some too sweet, some perfectly sweet, some with just the right amount of bite. It's very easy to get carried away and literally get chocolate wasted here. As we consumed a handful of truffles and drank a few cups of chocolate hot drinks - we were all buzzing from the sugar high followed by a sugar crash a few hours later. But I love this place for it's simple yet sweet ambiance and owners! read more

Chocolat Vitale - Caramel latte - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place is perfection. Wine, chocolate, cheese, and records! These are a few of my favorite things. They are extremely knowledgeable in all of their products and it is a very comfortable atmosphere. Their products are all top-notch but also reasonable. I highly recommend coming here and trying a little bit of everything. read more

Lovely space, bet nice barista she had many variety of chocolates, wines, honeys, and plants. read more

Chocolat Vitale - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A simple, eclectic, and appealing neighborhood shop and cafe. Inviting and kind owners, with a passion for fine foods--including chocolate. The place is cozy and comfortable, yet timelessly open and ageless. Go and support a great neighborhood business. Try the great drinking chocolate. Discover chocolate bars by artisan chocolate makers. I must return for lunch sometime and to try the house made chocolate truffles. read more

Chocolat Vitale - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Best mocha I've ever had. Cool environment and learned a bunch about chocolate. I'll be back for sure. read more

Hands down - best hot chocolate I've ever had!! And what a fantastic little shop, very eclectic, with a little bit of everything from tea cups to gummy candies. There is an old brass cash register as well as other old art work that adds lush character to the shore. Along with the sweet smell of the brewing chocolate, you can't help but feel as though you're being whisked away to another time. A sweeter time... And what an enjoyable time it is!! Thank you kindly Janet!! read more

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I found this place originally because my favorite coffee shop uses their drinking chocolate in a mocha I love. Now I go every few weeks to refill my drinking chocolate to make mochas at home. If you're into baking, they sell wonderful chocolate discs, as well as small batch chocolate bars. The owner is always kind and helpful. What's not to love?! read more

Gem of a chocolate shop. Good chocolate bars. Real liquid chocolate, not the chocolate scented milk other places serve. Nice wine, teas, coffee and treats to choose from. We will be back. read more

Chocolat Vitale - Bar - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Terrific experience! Drove by here an opted to stop in after reading the glowing reviews. Delicious drinking chocolates, chocolate bars and chocolates from all over the country/world, records, and some Italian goods. A great find - the owner was so warm and friendly. Can't wait for my next visit. read more

Hands down the tastiest hot chocolate ever!. I am a dark chocolate person and I find their owner's taste very accommodating to what I feel like having at that time. My husband takes the european chocolate preferring his milk chocolate taste. I find her selections of bean to bar chocolates very exquisite and superior to what I usually find in the big stores. I saw a lot of french- Italian as well ( pastas- sauces- EV oils) and will definitely try them for sure. The store shares a vinyl store and it gives a very retro chic feel to the whole atmosphere. read more

Wow what incredible customer service! They were so friendly and reasonably priced. Love it.

This isn't your usual Chocolate Shop. I loved it the moment I walked through the door. Janet, the owner, is a savvy chocolatier, an artist, and has created (along with her husband) a very charming place. While we chatted I had a wonderful cup of Venezuelan Dark sipping chocolate and we shared a great conversation and passion for re-purposing. Not only is there great European chocolate drinks they have a nice assortment of chocolates by Theo, Dick Taylor, and Dolceria Bonajuto, Sicily, and coffee by Velton's. Chocolat Vitale also showcases local artists with pieces for sale and a great selection of fun collectibles. The day I was here Janet showed me a collection of purses that were made from old 33 album covers. Hard to describe or explain, but I thought they were totally cool. I love the neighborhood setting at NW 65th and 3rd Ave NW in Phinney Ridge and I'm looking forward to coming back. read more

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Really good quality food and drink! They have assortments of coffees, teas, hot chocolate powders, chocolates, honeys, and wines that you can buy. I had the tartiflette with potatoes, fontina cheese, mushrooms, caramelized onions, and prosciutto. It was as tasty as it sounds! I also had some milk chocolate European hot chocolate and it was really rich and chocolatey. If you want a nice lunch or just a cup of coffee/hot chocolate, this is the place for you! read more

Chocolat Vitale - Tartiflette with potatoes, caramalized onions, fontina, mushrooms - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I called them a few days before Christmas to order something for my uncle and they shipped it to him the same day. Janet was exquisitely helpful, created a selection for him based on learning a bit about his tastes from me, and my uncle had a whole mess o chocolate delivered by the following day since he is in Seattle. Fantastic and friendly service. read more

Excellent little chocolate shop. I've been here a few times with my wife and the owner is very nice and recommends different drinking chocolates for us. She's also let us sample a few different things. I like to try the high (greater than 70%) cocoa and her recommendations have been very helpful for getting ones that have a complex taste to match. read more

Chocolat Vitale - Ecuador Arriba (72% cacao) iced refreshment! - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very nice, comfortable atmosphere and pop up brunch food beautifully prepared. And delicious. Recommend multiple visits to try the whole menu read more

We ordered sipping chocolate from here for our wedding as wedding favors. The owners are very communicative throughout the ordering manufacturing process. When we picked up the order we were able to sample some sipping chocolate in the shop. We also bought some tea in the shop as well as soap they sell. It's a very awesome, local store. read more

The chocolatier n curator is so kind n knowledgeable! I really love the chocolates she helped me pick out n the vinyl selection is full of classics! read more

This place is truly a gem. Love, Love, Love their hot chocolate. I've gotten their 65% and 72% hot chocolate and they were delicious - European style so they were rich and full of flavor. Janet is very welcoming and provides excellent service. Hands down recommend this place- after you taste their hot chocolate you won't bother going anywhere else (thank goodness it's by my son's daycare) read more

Always a treat to come here. The proprietress welcomes us and gives us little tastes of the chocolate. Her hot chocolate is rich and velvety, today topped with fresh whipped cream and raspberry sugar. read more

Chocolat Vitale - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We live just up the street, and have passed this place many times. We finally decided to walk down and check it out. Janet, the owner, is quite knowledgable about everything chocolate, and has some wonderful ideas if you are at all wavering on a decision. My husband and I hung around for a while, sipping delicious chocolate in this amazing little shop. DEFINITELY worth the stop. Oh! And they play movies there in the evening!! read more

This coffee/tea/chocolate shop is like a curiosity shop for chocolates from around the world, and it features mid century and vintage furniture pieces at every turn (many are for sale as well!). The owner is so nice and easy to chat with. She also has a great knowledge of all of her products and where they come from. You could come here for a drink or sweet on the go, but it's best to choose something fun to snack on and sit for a bit to get away from the chaos of the day. 5 out of 5 stars! read more

My friend and I truly enjoyed the tranquility of this place. Looks like a small European coffee place in an old part of a city. The owner is a very nice lady. The chocolate is delicious. Definitely will go again read more

Great service from the owner. Found exactly what I was looking for, a small gift of chocolate for a congrats gift. Cool spot and great coffee. read more

This place is a neighborhood gem. Best hot chocolate I've ever encountered, with so many varieties to choose from, and the owner and chef are so friendly and generous that every time I go I feel like I'm hanging out in an old friend's kitchen. Superb selection of artisan truffles and chocolate bars, wines, and a lovely fresh and simple lunch menu. My husband and I have made this a weekend ritual with our 4-year-old daughter and we discover something new and wonderful each time. Also a perfect place to buy gifts. read more

Amazing ambience, courteous and smiling host, mind blowing drinking chocolate and fab cappuccino!

They make the BEST drinking chocolate (European Classic) I have ever had. Seriously, it will basically ruin all other hot/drinking chocolates for you, which is a grand and marvelous delight. Their Euro Classic is like drinking heavenly rich Chocolate goodness. The staff and owners are super friendly and the entire store has a surprising vibe to it with 1/2 selling chocolate and the other half selling various unique household knickknacks and decor items. Can't wait to go back for my pantry resupply of Euro Classic. read more

If you enjoy fine chocolates and tea then this is the shop for you. The european drinking chocolate is sublime! The friendly and knowledgeable staff can discuss the differences in flavor of Venezuelan verses Madagasar chocolate and are happy to let you sample :) I couldn't be happier with this new shop! read more

I stumbled upon this place one day, and boy am I glad I did. I was hankering for a mocha, and the shop owner(?) asked me what kind of chocolate I like to eat to get an idea of which one of the mochas I would like the best--yes, there are several kinds! She nailed it. It was seriously the most delicious mocha I have ever had. It makes mochas at your standard chain coffee shops taste like absolute crap. These mochas are truly chocolate drinks with coffee. Not coffee with a bit of cocoa powder. If I could walk to this place I would be here every week. Try it! read more

Wonderful chocolates and education on them (admittedly the drinking chocolate is just not my thing, my friends loved it). Real passion to bring the best. We enjoyed a chocolate and wine pairing that was delish. Worth a visit. read more