The Chocolate Moose is a gourmet chocolate and candy shop that opened a couple of decades ago. Its…read moreinventory includes hundreds of chocolates and candies that are domestic and imported, sugar and sugar-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, kosher, etcetera. During our recent visit, this store had a wide variety of dark and milk chocolates on shelves and in display cases as well as gummy, sweet, and sour candies on shelves. I found some of my family's favorites such as a chocolate orange, peanut-butter and jelly chocolate, chocolate-covered pretzels, liqueur chocolates, chocolate roses, marzipan, etcetera. The flavors were often unique and very tempting! I think that more price tags could be added to the display cases, but the price tags on the packaged treats seemed to be reasonable, for example, several dollars for one chocolate bar.

Do not judge a book by its cover. It doesn't look like much from the outside, and there is no decor…read moreinside...other than chocolate everywhere! They have it all. Truffles, gourmet chocolate bars from all over the world, chocolate dipped everything, and so many kinds of candy. A must do for chocolate lovers.

We had such a great family night at Sarris! We started with ice cream, which was delicious with…read moregenerous portions and so many flavors to choose from. Afterward, the kids had the best time next door filling their baskets with all of their favorite candies--it made the experience even more special. The outdoor picnic tables were the perfect place to sit, relax, and enjoy our treats together. Sarris is a fun tradition for families of all ages, combining amazing ice cream, incredible candy, and a welcoming atmosphere. We can't wait to come back!

Sarris Candies is truly a Pittsburgh staple. Their chocolate is by far the best around, and their…read moreice cream parlor is amazing! The portions are practically double what they claim, meaning "1 scoop" is more equivalent to 2-2.5 scoops, and their hard shell topping is the best. I prefer to get my hard shell topping on the side, so I can control how much I put on my ice cream.

Decent chocolate shoppe with a large selection of all different types of luxury chocolates…read moreincluding single origin from different regions and Dubai bars. I would rate it higher, but the prices are insane, especially considering the vast majority of the selection can be had elsewhere or ordered online. Maybe the shipping price evens things out these days when factoring import fees? In any case, staff were friendly enough but also just kinda stood there. Not sure what I would expect them to do, but they weren't busy at the time. Store was clean but rather condensed as well with narrow walkways. The chocolate we did get was tasty. It's just not anything so unique that it can't be had elsewhere and for cheaper.

Paradise for chocolate lovers. The selection is truly amazing with small batch chocolate brands…read morefrom all over the country (and the world). Weird in-store vibe though. They are selling $25 chocolate bars, but they charge you for a bag for your purchase.

We (my steady Betty (hereafter "SB" and I) attended a chocolate truffle-making class here. It was…read moreheld at their Millvale location, which is not a storefront, per se, but where the chocolates are made. This is an odd sort of review, because the only chocolates I've eaten from here were the ones she tutored us to create. And...well...they were magnificent. So rewinding a bit... I was looking for gift idea for SB. A friend at work pointed me to a link to a listicle or PG article about a chocolate making class. I'd never heard of it before. Completely in the weeds. When I went to A519's webpage, it was not intuitively obvious to me where I could go to sign up. BUT...it's listed under "products"...https://shop.a519chocolate.com/products/private-truffle-making-class There...I made a link for you. If you love chocolate, or you love someone who loves chocolate, this class was really fantastic. It broke down a bit like this...(2 hours) 1) Introductions/qualifications/backstory (5 minutes) 2) Presentation about cacao to chocolate...bean to bar. Terminology, taste, geography (10-15 minutes) 3) Tasting...taste various types of "raw materials" used to make chocolate truffles, white chocolate, dulce, milk chocolate, various percentages of dark chocolate up to 85% (20 - 30 minutes) 4) Making chocolates (the remainder) Informative, entertaining, delicious, and satisfying. It's a working kitchen, but doesn't take up a ton of space, so a six person class can be a bit cramped, but not uncomfortably so. There was plenty of space for each couple to follow instructions and hands-on. We first decorated molds using cocoa butter sprinkles (a la Jackson Pollock), then painted with an air brush, then made ganache and tempered chocolate and poured and scraped, cooled and broke molds, each couple taking home 24 BEAUTIFUL truffles. SB likes 'experience gifts', and this one was a great experience for us both. And the truffles WE made were amazing, so I can't imagine how good the ones Amanda (owner/chef) produces would be. Strongly encourage (think: valentine's day gift).

I have been to events where A519 handmade from scratch chocolates were featured and they are by far…read morethe best chocolates I ever tasted in Pittsburgh. They recently opened a pop up shop in central Lawrenceville which will be open through Feb 2018. When I arrived I met Amanda Wright's husband who is in charge of the shop. Chocolate truffles come in different size boxes and are very expensive. You can still order from Amanda either on-line or call her shop where she produces them if you are unable to come out. Boxes range anywhere from two to a box for $4.00 to about fifteen in a box for $30.00. Although they are grouped by category such as caramels, you are permitted to mix and match to your liking. I decided to opt for a champagne filled truffle and a dark chocolate one. They were box very nicely and I ate them when I got home. Believe me as always they are to die for! These chocolates are to be savored. Wine pairing also helps you enjoy the flavors better. I don't mind have to shelve out a little extra cash when I know something is extra special and believe me I have never been disappointed in any or their high end chocolates. If you are able to get to central Lawrenceville during the holiday season this place is a must if you want to get some of the best candy in the city. Amanda can also custom design a box using sports teams or beautiful art. This makes a great gift for someone who is indeed a chocolate lover.

4.5 stars overall. A few years ago, St. Moritz Chocolatier merged with another business to become…read more"Kelly's Sweets & Greets". Kelly's Sweets & Greets still uses the name "St. Moritz Chocolatier" on many of their packages of chocolates. The retail store is located on the second floor of the One Oxford Centre building in downtown Pittsburgh. Currently, its hours are Monday through Friday from the mid-morning to mid-evening. I had hoped to stop by the store on a Friday evening, but I was running late, so I instead placed an order through Kelly's website. On that same day, Kelly's mailed my package via UPS. On the next day, UPS delivered the package to me. The package contained the correct chocolates as well as two mini bags of jellybeans for free. My favorite chocolates were the chocolate-covered raisins (5 stars), which were a very large size and very flavorful. I also really liked the pecan turtles (4.5 stars), chocolate-covered pretzel twists (4.5 stars), and cordial cherries (4.5 stars). I thought that the buckeyes (4 stars) were good but could use a richer peanut butter.

When in Downtown Pittsburgh, I have made it a habit to stop at St Moritz Chocolatier located in One…read moreOxford Centre. It was a very small store, tucked away next to Rivers Club elevators after come from the skywalk from the parking garage next to Macy's. It true had been a long time since I was there last and wasn't sure it would be with all the new remodeling Oxford Building was going through. I found it !!! Very happy and excited. The chocolate and candy is so very good and so worth the trip to find it !!! My granddaughter and I had a CANDY PARTY !!!

Best chicken sandwich I have ever had. The staff are friendly and kind…read more You get your money's worth with the portions given. Unique decor.

Really good, fresh food in a fun environment. I want to go back to try more items off the menu!read more

Well, I have visited this place many times over the years working in the area and I have discovered…read morethat the selection gets smaller and smaller. Not sure what is happening. Last Christmas my chocolates for my family were short or missing pieces. I didn't know how to react. The most recent time I had two extra chocolates in my pack. I also bought "their" gummy bears and they taste exactly like Albanese. I hope this place holds up.

They recently moved things around and redecorated some and it looks cute. The store is medium-sized…read moreand easy to navigate. There is a large selection of candies, chocolates, and fudge. It is one of my favorite milk chocolates. They also have the best chocolate covered pretzels around. The employees have always been nice every time I've been in.

Tabbara Artisan Chocolate is a family-owned business that sells chocolates that are hand-made at…read moretheir manufacturing facility Saad Chocolatier LLC. Customers may purchase the chocolates through the business's website or from several Pittsburgh-area stores. Examples of products are a chocolate tree, chocolate gift box, truffles, and chocolates in flavors such as almond, caramel, coffee, coriander, date, hazelnut, orange, passion fruit, peanut, pecan, pistachio, raspberry, speculoos, tea, and vanilla. I bought the Chocolate Assortment No. 1 that contained 24 pieces of dark, milk, white, and other chocolates for $45. Shipping cost $15. Compared to other Pittsburgh-area chocolatiers, the price for these chocolates was higher. The business shipped my package to me the next day, and FedEx delivered it to me one day later. The chocolates looked fancy and were a good quality. My favorite flavors were the mendiant (gianduja hazelnuts), caramel, passion fruit, raspberry, manon (white chocolate ganache with caramel), croquant (hazelnuts), and pacci (slightly different hazelnuts).

Great place! Beautiful creations and I love the little mini pies to give as gifts! Terrific place…read moreand great location!

The Pie Place makes not only pies but also cakes, cookies, pepperoni rolls, and other baked goods…read morefrom locally produced ingredients. Their pies are available in flavors such as blackberry, blueberry, peach, pineapple, pumpkin, and rhubarb. Their cakes are available in flavors such as chocolate, yellow, white, and red velvet with different flavors of fillings and icings. I first encountered The Pie Place not at their brick-and-mortar store but rather through a farmers' market. I saw small pies in a variety of flavors, and I chose two of the flavors. Each small pie cost several dollars. I ate the pies at home. The apple pie had a crispy crust, fresh apples, and the right amount of cinnamon and nutmeg, and I rate it as 4.5 stars. The cherry pie also had a crispy crust and was filled with sweet and tart cherries, and I rate it as 5 stars.

Really amazing pastry chef, although right now exclusively a service for commercial customers and…read moreweddings The cake we enjoyed was absolutely gourmet in terms of ingredients, flavor and artistry. Highly recommended.

It's rare to find a bakery that's this clean and organized. Staff were well-groomed and respectful…read more I ordered a cinnamon twist, and it was warm, soft, and had just the right amount of glaze. They packed it in a paper-lined box with tongs. I felt confident eating here. Will definitely recommend.