Our server did his job well enough, although he lacked that sense of warmth and personableness that makes for a truly good server. Our breakfasts were AMAZING. Peach French toast for me, Mediterranean omelette for my sister, and portobello omelette for my partner--all were great. The place was nice and quiet even though it was about 2/3 full of customers. We even got a table near the window to the bake shop, enabling us to watch the pastries being made. LOVED our experience here! read more

So delicious and mouth watering! The entire place smells like fresh bread and their glass windows into the bakery make it fun to watch them behind the scenes! It's obvious that the food is homemade and their shelves of baked good are proof of that. This is a quaint little spot I'd highly recommend and look forward returning to! read more

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Perfect spot to celebrate Easter with the family today. No wait time around 11 am. We were sat right next to the glass where we could watch the chefs making pastries. I enjoyed the Florentine Benedict, which was rich with hollandaise sauce and creamed spinach, as well as perfectly poached eggs. I asked for a side of their smokey red chile which complimented the dish well. Service was attentive and everyone enjoyed their food. We shared a slice of carrot cake for dessert, which also gets 5 stars. read more

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My first time here and was impressed and satisfied. We got to sit at a table next to the glassed area separating the dining area from the bakery. It was very nice watching them make the dough and the delicious baked goods. The menu had some wonderful choices and the service was spectacular. read more

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Lunch at the Chocolate Maven...didn't know they did lunch. I've had lots of goodies and coffee from there but never lunch. We tried a Reuben and a Bacon Green Chile Cheeseburger dining in and they were excellent. We also were seated in the quaint lunch area so we could watch the bakers make the goods Chocolate Maven is known for. Our server, Erasmo, was attentive and efficient. We highly recommend this place for lunch as well as Chico's baked goods! Get some pastries to take home for breakfast---the fruit tarts and Danish are excellent as is the Mexican Wedding Cookies. The counter staff was top-notch in helping us select some cookies to drop off at the local fire station. I can say enough how pleased we are to meet the owners and have the incredible staff there. You must try The Chocolate Maven when you're in Santa Fe. read more

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Chocolate Maven Bakery & Café is wonderful. What an absolutely lovely place. Food, service, ambiance. I especially appreciate that the menu has vegetarian/vegan options. I tried the tofu scramble. Adore. read more

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Chocolate Maven has a great assortment of pastries, but their prices have gone through the roof. $32 for a plain six-inch carrot cake?! The bakery at Whole Foods would have been half the price. read more

What's not to like about this place? It's a hidden gem of Santa Fe. It's a bit far from city center, so it's not super touristic. Most people there are local. The bakery is super cute. They have gluten free options. You can watch how they make the breads over the glass window. The blue corn pancakes are amazing. It's worth a try. EDIT: I found what not to love about this place :). The server tipped herself. Yes, I'm those people who keep every receipt . They "accidentally" increased the tip. That's unethical. read more

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Didn't expect a croissant to take up the whole napkin... or my whole morning, but here we are. Flaky layers that crunch, chocolate that doesn't just sit there but melts and stains your fingers, and the kind of size that makes you question if it's still considered a pastry or a small meal. read more

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Our trips to Santa Fe always include at least 2/3 morning breakfast at Chocolate Maven. Never disappoints!!!

I like the overall vibe inside-upstairs more quiet (but hotter) and downstairs very lively and louder. It's either a dining w white linen tables covered in white paper experience or a grab and go in bakery. I wanted to try their quiche so I opted to sit upstairs. My waiter was friendly and efficient. I had to explain the double short iced latte I wanted and even tho he brought it in a filled up pint glass, he helped me rectify that by bringing an extra shot and a glass of ice. Great flavor on espresso by the way. The flavors in the spinach feta quiche were spot on but it was overcooked and the crust was soggy in bottom. You could tell they had stuck it in the microwave, which is a shame, because I'm sure it's much better fresh out of the oven. The salad was ok as well, since it's was over dressed and the cherry tomatoes tasteless even tho they were supposedly organic. One was way too soft and mushy even eat. The chocolate croissant was the highlight, which I was told when I ordered it w the quiche I could get it after the meal downstairs, so I did. Not sure why someone couldn't run downstairs and grab one but no big deal I guess. I ended up eating that in the car ride home as it was excellent (the reason for 4 stars instead of 3 for quiche). I want to go back to try the piñon pancakes too. Everyone was very friendly, and the pastries seem superb, so I definitely will give them another go. read more

Love the treats here!! My favorite is the red chile chocolate pecan pie!! N ever knew any this place til my partner surprised me with a piece of the chocolate pecan pie he had frozen from the holidays! This year we ordered 6 pies, we shared with our family and kept 2. read more

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Two for two! This place has my heart. On first visit, I chose the huevos rancheros with a Mayan chile hot chocolate. Meanwhile, my friend ordered the blue corn pancakes...and after one bite, I knew I'd have to come back and get those pancakes for myself! So today was the second visit, almost a year apart, and it was as good as I remembered. Better than I remembered was the service! Our server was so attentive and thoughtful. Got a chance to peruse the bakery after our meal, and my friend was so tickled to see the wide selection of gluten-free cookies. Parking is easy. Lots of seating. Will return! read more

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This place was alright. It was recommended to us by a mutual who lives in Santa Fe, and I could tell it drew in more of a local crowd. It had a nice selection of baked goods. The dining area was okay--it felt a bit cramped and had bright lighting with yellow walls. I think there is room for improvement lol. I did like how the bakery was open, so you could see the bakers hard at work while dining. The service could have been better. Our waiter made a couple of odd comments. Additionally, all I wanted was a carrot cupcake (which was already prepared in the display case). My mom was halfway done with her made-to-order chilaquiles by the time we could flag down the server to remind him about the cupcake. Additionally, the iced chai lattes didn't come sweetened, so we had to do it with sugar ourselves (Just something to note. I'm an avid chai drinker and have never had to do this before). The drinks also came out well after our food. Not a terrible experience, but not a stellar one either. read more

Chocolate Maven Bakery & Cafe - Iced chai, Carrot cupcake - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico

Decided to eat breakfast here this morning on the way out back home. It was kind of hard finding the place because it looks like it's attached to a horse barn lol I'm so glad we did because the inside is huge. You can't tell that outside. We were able to eat upstairs with the extra tables, the bakery downstairs has a great selection of homemade goodies. We ended up getting a chocolate croissant, almond croissants, green chili cheddar croissants, lemon bar and a blueberry cream cheese tart and that was all to go lol. We shared the blueberry Pinon pancakes with amazing brown sugar Pinon sauce. We also got the berry crêpe and the peach capote. They were all delicious and amazing. We also tried the green chili handmade sausage that was to die for no grease at all! We will for sure be back! read more

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Chocolate Maven Bakery (CMB), Santa Fe, NM seemingly known to all the locals for fresh baked goodies, cakes, pies, cookies, specialty cakes etc. with a small dine-in restaurant during breakfast, brunch. Latter closing by 2PM. Warmly welcomed once you stepped in, we were on the search for a sweet bite post-lunch. There's a lot offered and it takes a moment to take everything in. We ordered, paid, then took our goodies to enjoy in the outside seating area. * Red Velvet cupcake w/buttercream * Hazelnut cream espresso cupcake * Mexican wedding cookies. To take for sharing later: * Assorted empanadas, croissants Take home souvenirs: * Citlali pure Mexican vanilla extract * Mexican hot chocolate mix w/Chile The cupcakes were great! I like espresso anything. Fresh buttercream is always appreciated...yum. CMB is a down home neighborhood bakery, nothing special yet special enough. You have to drop by if only to drool at all their baked offerings! And the people behind the counter are ultra-nice. CMB offers delivery out-of-state on some of their specialties, like Red Chile Chocolate Pecan Pie -- That one made my eyes light up! Drop by for breakfast or brunch. And go slowly past their display cases of goodies. Or in reverse. Guaranteed you won't leave empty-handed! read more

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Food was prettier than the taste. Croissants were huge, but not much filling, lemon tart had no lemon flavor, was just sweet. Service was awesome. Not sure we will be back. read more

Chocolate Muffin Bakery is a hidden gem and a must-try for breakfast. Watching the baker make fresh bread is such a great experience. The BLT was packed with flavor on homemade bread, the fries were perfectly crispy, and the croissant French toast with caramel apple had just the right amount of sweetness. Everything was spot on. The ambience is tranquil family friendly. The service is fast and professional. read more

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10/10 ! @chocolatemaven has always been a dear favorite for coffee and pastries but today I decided to try one of their burger specials. It was fantastic! I ordered a bacon, green chile cheese, wagyu burger. The meat was cooked to perfection of my choice and I chose garlic house cut fries, which were crunchy and delicious. Highly recommend giving their specials a try. Stop by before September 10th. They have 7 different burger specials! read more

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We've been going to Chocolate Maven for two years for breakfast. We've always had our 8 lb service dog, Stanley Poochie with us in the main dining room without issue. We came for breakfast a week ago and the host refused to seat us in the dining room- only at a table in the lobby area away from the main room. There were tables available in the dining room. Not only were we insulted and disappointed it IS ILLEGAL to discriminate against persons with a service animal (US ADA regulation). Needless to say we will no longer patronize this establishment. Chocolate Maven should review their policies and abide by the law. read more

Breakfast + bakery review: Breakfast: I just had the most excellent breakfast with Ty L. Check out their review below for a unique perspective on Chocolate Maven (emphasis on chocolate). We went up the spiral staircase to an upstairs seating area that was quiet and private for the majority of our meal early-ish on a Sunday morning. I liked the paintings on the walls and the sunlight coming through the window to bathe the room in a warm natural light. Katherine recommended the frittata (for the vegetables), chilaquiles, and blue corn pancakes. I was intrigued by the peach and pickle burger, which I was told would be something interesting but not something I'd reorder. We ordered the frittata, 1/2 stack (1 pancake) of the blue corn pancakes, and the peach compote French toast. In hindsight, Katherine was 100% spot on in their recommendations, and I wish I had a Katherine to give me their honest thoughts on all food in my life. Service: Katherine was wonderful. The service was efficient. The food came out in a timely fashion. Food: Frittata - delicious. Can't go wrong with eggs and vegetables. Blue corn pancakes - I wish I had gotten a full order. I love the flavor and the subtly grainy texture, and the piñon complemented the flavor very well. The caramel (sweet brown sugar piñon sauce) around the pancakes was a delicious moat to dip the pancake and the peach compote French toast into. The blueberries, strawberries, and powdered sugar were the perfect toppings. Peach compote French toast - the bread (2 pieces) was thick and substantial. It was the perfect amount of syrup for me, and the bottom piece had imbibed the sweet cream cheese to become perfectly soggy. I hadn't had peach in a long time, so the peach compote was delightful, and there were even a few small plump/moist golden raisins. Bakery: After eating, we bought a medley of baked goods from the bakery downstairs The people at the register kindly explained what each item was, since they weren't labeled. I didn't see prices listed, so I will list some of them here. There was a 1/2 off basket, which contained mostly croissants and cinnamon buns. Cranberry Orange Pecan Muffin - $3.50 Cranberry Pecan Scone - $3.50 Apricot Cream Scone - $3.50 Blueberry Cream Scone - $3.50 Cheese Danish - $4.25 Raspberry Danish - $4.25 Cherry Chocolate Chunk Muffin - $3.50 2 Cupcakes (lemon raspberry, carrot) - $7.40 Holiday Round Sweet Challah - $8.00 read more

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The menu is so tempting that it's hard to decide! I had the roast chicken on salad with an orange dressing with a side of chili cheese smash. Everyone at the table loved their order. Wish I lived here so I could sample the entire menu! read more

Wow What a bakery....quite a place to tempt your taste buds Went in for Sunday breakfast and wasn't disappointed Prepare to wait for a bit for a table on weekends, but worth the wait. Try the green chile sausage....but every menu item is quite good.....good list of hot chocolate....check it out Parking.....3 ways to do it.....go in deep , as in all the way to the front door....risking blockage Or try the quite-large-parking-lot-for-Santa fe If full, street parking is eezy peezy.... Get to the Mavin....won't disappoint read more

Updated review. No outdoor seating! The vegan Reuben is to die for! Also enjoy the vegan Bahn Mi. Best beans in town. Wish they would extend the restaurant hours. It's tough getting there for lunch when you have meetings until 1 pm. Love watching the bakers at work, read more

LOVED this place. Great atmosphere. Very kind and polite staff, and our food was, without exception, delicious. I tried a matcha latte for the first time, expecting to dislike it (but I wanted to try it) and it was mild and pleasing. Their house chai was great, too, though not sweetened --they brought me honey and sugar so I could sweeten it to taste. I had the tofu scramble because I read about it in another Yelp review and it was fantastic. There were just a couple of tables occupied when we went in, but an hour or so later when we left, the place was packed. People return to this place again and again because it is LEGIT. Yeah, I read some negative reviews, but you have to take those with a grain of salt. No one is perfect all the time. But I would return to this place without hesitation. read more

Chocolate Maven Bakery - A Hidden Gem in Santa Fe! Their chocolate torte is my all-time favorite cake that I request for my birthday! If you're looking for a delightful blend of charm, exceptional baked goods, and a cozy cafe, Chocolate Maven Bakery is the place to be! Tucked away in Santa Fe, this bakery/cafe feels like stepping into a secret wonderland for food lovers. Their menu is a feast for the senses, offering everything from heavenly pastries to savory breakfast and lunch options. I tried their almond croissant and quiche Lorraine, and both were perfection. The croissant was flaky and buttery, while the quiche was rich and flavorful. The ambiance is unique with a glimpse into their bustling bakery kitchen--it's fascinating to watch the bakers at work! Don't miss their signature chocolate torte--it's decadent without being overwhelming. Perfect for any occasion or just to treat yourself. I also love their Apricot Tea cake! Whether you're a local or just visiting, Chocolate Maven Bakery is a must-visit for anyone who loves good food and a touch of Santa Fe magic. 5/5 stars! read more

The best Almond Croissant in Santa Fe and Chocolate Hazelnut Cake - well everything is great tasting and decorative. The atmosphere and staff are friendly and helpful. read more

This was recommended by my family member who lives nearby. As I drove down the industrial street and into a gravel parking lot I was sure he lead me astray! But then I saw the award signs, "Best of Santa Fe" for the past 20 years! There is a bakery area with a varied selection of cookies, pies, tarts, cakes etc including some gluten free ones. We took home some GF espresso cookies and they were melt in your mouth yummy. Not too sweet- in fact they were our breakfast for the next morning. Coffee drinks were unique, I got a Punjab chai and my husband got a matcha drink on special and they were beautifully served and tasted great. There were several vegetarian meal selections. If there is a veg Reuben on the menu I am 100% ordering it and this did not disappoint with loads of tofu and a perfect sauerkraut balance. Super friendly staff too. read more

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Great cocoa, egg dishes and yummy baked goods and cookies. Love watching the bakers behind the window. We always take home a bag of something! read more

I cannot say how surprised and excited I was eating here. The staff was amazing first off- our server was a nice young dark haired man (I'm sorry I'm writing this weeks later and don't remember your name). Most tables I believe can see into the bakery room and our table was next to it. It was amazing and as much a treat to watch the bakers making all the items as it was to eat the food. The food also was amazing! I had the chicken sandwich but I tried a bite of my companions burrito and quiche and they were also exceptional. Please go here ! You'll enjoy the bakery show and the food. And staff will answer any bakery questions you have or ask them for you. read more

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Delightful cafe bakery hidden in what looks like an industrial park. The dining room has a glass wall with a view to the working bakery where you see them make your baked goods. Quality is high and portions are large. I love the breakfast sandwich with egg, Swiss cheese and bacon. A local favorite! read more

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Just go! Best bakery ever! Everything was delicious & fresh. Friendly & fast service.

Chocolate Maven was a pleasant recent surprise. I have now been there for both breakfast and lunch. For breakfast I ordered the classic Benedict- there was some good components- mostly the smashed potatoes. The Benedict itself was good but lacked salt and had way too much hollandaise which was quite thin. It became very soupy situation very fast. I had some bites of the blueberry blue corn pancakes which were light, fluffy and not too sweet served with berries and a pinon brown sugar syrup. For Lunch I have had the greek salad- it was huge! Definitely enough for two servings, fresh greens and I loved the addition of the capers. Chicken was plentiful and grilled and more affordable than other smaller and less desirable salads in town. My mom got the chicken Bhan Mi with fries she said everything seemed unsalted and lacking flavor. This has been a theme in both meals I have had. Their only pastry I have had is their plain croissant and it was good, server asked if we wanted it warmed up which she assured us would be in the oven not a microwave and it came warm and toasty. I have ordered the chai both times I have been there- they up charge .90 for oat milk but chai is flavorful and not too sweet. Service has been prompt, kind and positive on both occasions and I am excited to have a new go to salad and sweet spot. read more

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I have always come here for coffee, but decided to try the food. I was pleasantly surprised! I asked the waiter what is the most popular item on the menu, and he said you'll love everything. I did in fact love my plate. The atmosphere was really cute too, and I liked the window that allows you to see them baking. I've never tried the desserts here, but they have a wide variety and they look delicious. read more

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We stopped for breakfast after spending the evening in Santa Fe & had such a wonderful time watching Caesar through the window into the bakery. In fact, we enjoyed watching his process so much, after devouring our country breakfast (with locally made green chile sausage) we went to press our noses against the bakery case. I'd like to note our waitress was so attentive that our coffee cups were never empty, relayed that Caesar was thrilled that we were having such a good time watching him prepare all of the pastries. (She even gave us a cinnamon roll on the house...so very kind of her!). I've included a picture of the raspberry croissant we took home and enjoyed immensely. Flakey & laminated perfectly with a mildly tart filling that was delightful. I'm about to write a love letter to the baker, Caesar. read more

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Chocolate yes, but so much more. A busy place especially on weekends with a good long wait for breakfast or lunch and worth every minute. If you aren't ready to do the sit down, then consider one (or more) choices of bakery. Warning: not easy to purchase only one of these tempting desserts. And then there's the cakes.... Oh my! More CM cakes have adorned birthday tables than anything else. BTW, My BD is Jan 11. Get one in my honor. read more

Wow, this place is fantastic! We drove from ABQ to check it out after raving reviews from friends and now we have become part of the "tell everyone about chocolate maven" group. It's such a cute place with a bakery as well as ample seating for the restaurant. We all got something different to eat and all of us enjoyed our meals. I had the Novia Scotia Omelette. The eggs were cooked perfectly, it was generously filled, and the sauce was delicious and creamy. After breakfast we checked out the bakery and there was something for every tastebud- pies, cookies, brownies, tarts, croissants, muffins, etc. I got a chocolate croissant and it was flaky and decadent. I don't have a bad thing to say about this place! From service to quality of food, it truly is a 5/5. read more

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Overall, the French Toast was good. Had to ask for syrup. It was probably fine for me, however, the grandson needed the syrup. My order was a huge disappointment. I don't remember the name. But posted a picture. You cannot see them, but there are stale old tortilla chips with sone sort of red sauce on them!! For 60$, Santa Fe has better choices. Poor service. read more

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The staff was disrespectful. The thing that disgusted me the most was the kitchen. They have a seating area where you can view the kitchen and it's overall uncleanly in my opinion. I don't understand why any restaurant would want to show that off. The coffee was all right but the food wasn't worth waiting for and definitely wasn't worth the price. I wouldn't recommend anyone to give this place a chance. Go somewhere else if you value your health. read more

Looked up on Yelp for a desert spot, and chose Maven because of the reviews; was not disappointed!!! We were greeted by whom I assume was the owner. An extremely lovely lady from Germany who was kind beautiful and friendly. She took the time to explain the entire enter workings of the business. I really had wish I found this place earlier, but I'd probably have been 10 pounds heavier if I had. Lots of baked goods as well as cupcakes and seriously the best pecan pie I have ever had in my life!!! The cupcakes are very moist, and the icing perfect. Rich with flavor, but not so sweet your teeth hurt. We also got a couple of Mexican hot chocolates for the drive, and those too were splendid. Also not too sweet with just a hint on cinnamon. Lovely people, fantastic service and treats. Would highly recommend going there for a bite or a treat!!! read more

Chocolate Maven Bakery & Cafe - The Beat Chocolate Pecan Pie I Have Ever Eaten!! - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Fe, New Mexico