I love Fran's chocolate, I usually head to the downtown location but this one was closer to me today. This location is absolutely breathtaking! The building itself is historically beautiful, tall red brick exterior with a modernized industrial interior. It's very spacious inside, the chocolate counter is towards the right, and seating right beside it. Chocolates are delicious per usual. Service was phenomenal per usual. These make a perfect gift for chocolate lovers or holiday gifts, and they have plenty of flavors to choose from! I totally recommend the peppermint imperial, it's really good and only here during the holidays. Or the sea salt caramels, those are a safe classic here! read more

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The building in Geogetown is beautiful, but service is awkward/ uncomfortable. I was promptly greeted by an associate when I entered and she offered me a piece of chocolate. She answered a couple questions and then I brought what I wanted to buy to the counter. I also wanted to customize a box of chocolates (nut-free) and she was great, informative and helpful. While we're talking, her colleague comes up to the cash register and starts ringing me up and I told her I wasn't finished because I had another question/ possible custom order. She's asking her colleague what I got since she's wrapping up the box on the back counter and says she wants to make sure it's entered correctly. It felt like she was trying to get credit for her sale. Not sure if they're on commission or if they have to make a sales quota, but it was AWKWARD. After I repeated that I wasn't done with my order, she says oh I can still order more but now the custom order is in the register. I asked where a box of thin chocolates I had on the counter went because I had a question about it and she says they were empty boxes and they fulfill at the counter. I told her that's not the one I was talking about (had she been the one helping me she would know) and once we located what I was referring to (she had moved it while I was customizing the nut-free box), I asked for clarification on if it was vegan since it says dark chocolate on the ingredients but there's no plant base icon on the signage. She said no if it says 65% dark chocolate, that means the remaining percentage is MILK chocolate which doesn't make sense to me. Why not list milk chocolate as an ingredient then? Does anyone know if Frans associates are on commission or have a sales quota? Or maybe she didn't trust her colleague to ring my order up correctly (which huge missed training opp if so). Love supporting local businesses, but the person who rang up my $150 purchase has me looking at other options for the future. read more

Fran's Chocolates is all about diversity, innovation, and reproducible quality. They have a well-lit production facility you can see through windows. That said, it is all about taste. Fran's has many choices, and they have well curated gift boxes. They do special seasonal items, like a giant chocolate turkey in my photo. Others have posted Easter egg photos that look like sculptures, edible Faberge Eggs! I found them because they graciously hosted Japanese ikebana displays and DIY demonstrations, selfie opportunities with the flowers, and a show of Japanese lacquerware. They paired a selection of Japanese teas with a chocolate tasting. It was their supportive complement to the semi-annual Kyoto Art and Antiques event. Fran's has made beautiful use of the brewery building. There is a stunning two story spiral stair, an iron linear stair, sturdy iron columns, and the original windows. They have a long live-edge slab table with seating. There is an elevated viewing area for the production kitchen adults and children can enjoy. It is a beautiful brewhouse putting our current warehouses and factories to design shame! The space would be perfect for chocolate events. If you buy a box as a gift, be sure you get your own tasting in too! read more

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I recommend you to stop by this place when you come to Georgetown. I love the atmosphere inside the store and I like the large space. The parking is behind the building. The display in the store changes every season, and the wonderful wrapping is eye-catching. The staff is also pleasant and polite. I haven't been able to order drinks for a long time, but it's open now. I ordered hot chocolate with my hubby. We were intoxicated by the rich chocolate flavor and taste. You should definitely try this hot chocolate. I'm sure you'll know the difference level of Franz chocolate. read more

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It's a nice stop to visit for locals and tourists who happen to be in Georgetown. Fun to grab a little something sweet after dinner in the area as well. If you're in the market for quality chocolates, it's worth the stop. Just be prepared to pay for the product. read more

This is a beautiful chocolate shop. The service is top-notch. There is no question that the products are expensive, but they are of incredibly high-quality. It's also very neat to get to watch some of the products get made. Definitely worth a visit. read more

Personally didn't think the taste matched the price. TBH. 20 caramels for 48 dollars- I'm expecting to be blown away by the taste at that price point. Nice for gifting though. read more

This place is very clean and quiet and has a great selection of chocolates. A little bit far from downtown, but worth to get delicious chocolates at a beautiful space. I was also impressed with excellent customer service. read more

Come here for their smoked salt caramels... AKA Barack Obama's favorite chocolate caramel! I am really not a caramel lover, but Fran's smoked caramel has changed my mind. This is the best caramel I have ever had and I will never eat another caramel besides Frans. Anyways, I went with my family to the Fran's guided tasting experience. The tour guide was really knowledgeable and friendly. We got to try 4 or 5 different confections. The tour was only $10, so I think it was a great deal since I think an individual chocolate is at least $2. This is a fun, inexpensive tour to do if you're visiting Seattle or need something to do with people who are out of town. Would recommend... and also TRY THEIR SMOKED SALT CARAMELS! Okay done :) read more

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Stopped by this perennial favorite to buy little treat for a friend. What a refreshing surprise ...the staff were truly helpful, friendly, and knew their product very well. How did they graciously put together a custom box of chocolates for me? I was asked if I would like an ice pack, to keep the chocolates cool in transit . Clearly, this place never got the post Covid memo,; that the new model of customer service is to treat everybody like you don't give a damn. Love the chocolates!! but the service is truly over the top . THANK YOU! read more

Had a gift card from Frans which was pending spend due to the pandemic. Finally got myself to visit their cute little Georgetown location. Thanks to Covid, they have displayed a their products upfront. They allow only one customer at a time. Hand sanitizers accessible, staff wearing masks and staying on the other side of the display table. Now coming to their products, since I am a huge dark chocolate fan, we picked every truffle that had dark chocolate in it - orange, raspberry, gray salted caramel, one with nuts, etc etc. trust me it was a tough choice to pick an assorted collection. We also grabbed a few coconut chocolate bars and pure bars. Everything we picked was delicious and no wonder they are a hige brand in the chocolate industry. Highly recommend to come and indulge or gift. read more

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Every time I come here, the ladies inside are so kind and have great recommendations. The shop always has some seasonal offerings and tasting is available for some items. Quiet but friendly interior with a clean bathroom area. The chocolate of course, is always good. read more

Is there anything greater than Frans? If there is I haven't found it. My very favorites are the dark whiskey truffle and dark espresso truffle, but most of the dark truffles (oolong tea, pure dark, more ...) are pretty excellent. And of course the smoked salt caramels (I like the milk chocolate ones best, surprisingly) are famous for a reason. It's a $$ treat, but a very satisfying one. Great for gifts, great for self. read more

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It's not like I go to a bunch of chocolate shops, but Fran's is my favorite! I used to stop by the downtown location as they always gave a free sample, and then browse. They had a lovely drinking chocolate too. But alas, due to COVID it's currently order online and pickup only. Copying from their website, we got: 10pc Fran's Assortment - Violet - $25 10 pieces of our award-winning Gray & Smoked Salt Caramels and our favorite dark and milk chocolate truffles. Prior to this, I already loved the salt caramels (learned from aforementioned free samples), but this gave us a chance to try some truffles as well. The box includes a picture pamphlet of their individual chocolates so you can match up what you're trying. Here's what came in the box in order of my preferences: (* = Like it so much I would purchase individually) - [2] Gray Salt Caramel (dark chocolate) * - Raspberry Truffle * - [2] Smoked Salt Caramel (milk chocolate) * - Milk Espresso Truffle - Oolong Tea Truffle - Orange Truffle - Pure Milk Truffle - Bittersweet Truffle Finally, the packaging is just so beautiful. Purple is my favorite color so there is bias there, but they also have boxes in other colors if purple is not your jam. This would make a great gift for your family, friends, teacher, or yourself! read more

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My family and I have been on all the chocolate tours locally and somehow we missed this one. Apparently they have been doing tours out of this location for a few years, but I have been out of the loop. For 10$ each you can learn all about the building, watch the employees make chocolate, maybe see Fran and do a tasting. These are done weekdays at 11am and super easy to sign up for via email. I was very impressed that they have 5 designated parking spots for visitors in the back of the building, making it great for my Dad who is recovering from a surgery. I'm in Georgetown all the time, but have never stepped foot in this building. I love how cool it is on the inside and the history behind it. I had no idea you could stop off here for some chocolate and coffee anytime they are open. You are likely to get a free sample when you walk in. What I liked most about the tour is that they are able to accommodate you with a vegan tasting upon request. I really loved the chocolate covered ginger. The fig options sounded quite unique as well. My Dad wasn't a fan of the prices, but I have a truffle loving friend and was happy to pick some up for her with a 10% discount after taking the tour. read more

Aaaaah... Fran's Chocolates! Their gray salt caramels are to die for! And their double chocolate figs -- YUM! I can go on and on and on. Everything in their shop is delicious. You won't be disappointed. This shop is large with an industrial yet classy feel to it. The staff is always friendly and helpful. My last visit on Saturday, I picked up a 40-piece box of classic and gray salted caramels as a gift and a 20-piece gray salted caramel box as well as a 16-piece mixed box. They do sell a 10-year tawny port wine, which is quite decent. I usually drink port wines on its own but it goes quite well with their chocolates especially the the whiskey truffles. The prices are on the higher side but very well worth it! read more

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I was planning to go to Fran's Chocolate near Pike's Market, but after having brunch in Beacon Hill we found a Fran's Chocolates store in Georgetown. I'm glad we came here because the Georgetown location is also where they make the chocolates. It's very cool that there's a viewing room where you can watch them make chocolates. I bought several chocolate bars- sesame seeds with white chocolate, dark chocolate with nibs and others. We also got a sample of their famous chocolate covered salted caramels. Yum! read more

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Did I just step into a museum? No; I didn't. I came to the right place. Fran's Chocolates took the most dedicated approach in elevating "a chocolate's honor." How they showed their chocolate made me rethink what it means for a chocolate. I often think of them as a snack, but at Fran's I saw them as something to be respected. Ordering a box of chocolates reminded me being able to select my own macarons. It made me realize I haven't really experienced choosing my own chocolates. Every box I've received in the past was an assortment chosen by another, but not for me, just for the general public. At Fran's, their box of chocolates felt more personal. We were able to create one for a couple getting married later that day, catering to them and their personal love story. The people working at Fran's were also knowledgeable about the company and the chocolates. They told us some rich history of Fran and how Barack and Michelle Obama picked their chocolates from Fran when he was in office. I learned so much that day. The taste? It tasted like chocolate without all the extra gunk. Have I ever tasted real chocolate before? I thought back to when I went to Japan and had their seafood then came back and had a hard time enjoying California's seafood. Fran's Chocolates, I am afraid will make it hard for me to enjoy any other chocolate. What have I done? read more

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Did you know that Fran is the person you can thank for the salted caramel craze? Did you know that the Obamas loooooove Fran's salted caramels and have even given them as gifts? Did you know that Fran's chocolates are made entirely by hand? You can learn all these factoids and more during a tour of this Fran's, every Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m. The manufacturing facility was once the Seattle Brewing and Malting Company and a fine example of turn-of-the-century industrial architecture with huge windows and the original spiral staircase still intact. With a huge, long table in the rear of the store and an espresso bar tucked away in a corner, this facility also makes a great space for work/team building meetings. Even if you don't take the tour or hold a meeting here, you'll still be greeted by friendly faces and a chocolate sample. Fran's salted caramels are some of the best I've ever had. And if you love figs, when they're in season Fran's buys the freshest ones to make chocolate-dipped whole figs and smashed chocolate-dipped figs. If you love dark chocolate, try the truffles with macadamia nuts or the espresso truffles. There are also several classy gift boxes and a small selection of non-chocolate gifts to choose from. You can't go wrong with any of the chocolates here, and I have to send a special shout out to the associates who offer one of the highest levels of customer service of any chocolatier that I've patronized. When they were out of their seasonal fig confections, they offered to take my number down and call me when a new batch came in. And guess what? They actually followed through! Chocolate and customer service like this doesn't come cheap, but it definitely qualifies for a Treat Yo'self Day, so do it! If not for yourself, then for your sweetie, your mom, or that person you're trying to bribe for Lorde knows what. (Yes, I said "Lorde." She knows everything, doesn't she?) Bonus: there's a brewery next door, Elysian's taproom down the street, and a pet supply shop, a pinball bar, and a few great eateries all within walking distance. Pro tip: find parking in the back of the building! read more

Fran's Chocolates - Small box of chocolate with a crushed, chocolate-dipped fig on top. Beautifully wrapped in-store. - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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When Easter comes there's one place I go to find that special chocolate Easter egg. I came across the first one a couple years ago, before Covid. I picked it up for my nephew and drive it up to Whistler, BC so he could open it. This year I picked one up for my pastor's daughters, and to their delight they found six solid chocolate bunnies -- 2 white, 2 milk, 2 dark -- and six filled Easter eggs some milk chocolate some dark chocolate. The Ivory Filigree egg with father chocolate trim was simply beautiful with its own standing platform. It was packaged in clear plastic with schizzle and a green ribbon. The only thing that would improve it? Fran's creating a vegan version of the egg for some vegan friends with wonderful vegan kids who deserve the same delight. So I've made the request two years in a row now, to no avail yet. But I'll keep asking and still hope for the development. Maybe next year, Fran? read more

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Refurbished from a brewery in brickstone building, this store looks more like a museum or event venue than a chocolate shop! But wait!... you will also be greeted by hearing friendly hellos, taste a free sampling of chocolate, and continue to see the beautifully decorated loft like space. It truly is a adventure for your senses! read more

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Because Chocolate is only as good as the people who make it, and enjoy it... enter Fran's. Something special, like waking up from a bad dream, and seeing the riches of the world... special. So you get here, and it's a huge brick building, something straight out of New York, something industrial and something vintage, so that's what you feel when you walk in... except it's actually modern. Inside the lovely glass doors, is a clean, spacious space, where chocolate is the center of attention. To the left is a wonderful counter with drinking chocolate related goods, just one amazing way to enjoy the pure awesomeness of the Fran's Chocolate tradition. It's creamy, and silky, warm and just yum. You should stop whatever task you are doing, and if they are open, head down there quick, and just bathe your senses in it. To the, you see a passage way, that leads to a small room with windows. It displays something every person would love to see... the chocolate truffle making, in process. Yes, you see the "old ladies" in the back, doing what they do best, making you decedent and delicious pieces of LOVE. Yes, all caps, this is serious LOVE. Are you a human... yes, you will love it. Are you a decent person, yes, you will love it. Are you a Dog? Well... you won't, and actually you are aren't allow inside the shop... and how are you reading this if you are a dog? Back into the main shop, it's a collection of some of Seattle's finest made chocolates. Yes, you may just wonder to yourself, what is the big deal, but when you came in, and got handed a sample, did your soul not cry in joy, just a bit... just a tad... just a lot? Here is the time to make your personal dreams come true. Forget becoming a millionaire, because you don't have to be, to enjoy the fine delights in the case. Just get a few, I prefer the 9 piece box, because it's sharable, one for you, and eight for me. What? At least I'm sharing. So I walked out of here, spending quite a bit of money, but it was worth it, because it's always worth it. What you should know is, there is always space for more chocolate after dinner, before dinner, brunch, lunch, breakfast, late night, all night, every night... every day. Is this a resounding recommendation of a chocolate shop? Yes. Resound all around, enjoy the sound, make good hast, and come here for a taste. read more

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Stopped by near closing time. They did not rush us and helped us build a great box. A little expensive but a special treat. read more

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Imagine a Tiffany's or Cartier store for fine chocolate. That's what you'll find at this Fran's location in Georgetown. The space is so elegant and historic - it oozes class. If you are polite and act interested, you may get to sample one of the wonderful truffles for free. In any event, be sure to treat yourself to a decadant cup of hot sipping chocolate. So good! Taking a peak at the production facility in the back gives you an opportunity to see the wonders of creation. read more

Fran's Chocolates - Such a great space... - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Frans chocolate is actually really good. They're just 3$ a tiny piece so pat your wallet and say sorry. Stopped by on valentine's day where a nice line of gentleman were making wise decisions to pick up sweets for their sweeties. The line moves very fast though. You can pick out specific ones (2.7-3$ each) or buy a box (30-50$) which contains maybe 15-20 pieces. The area itself is massive and largely just open space. There's also the factory where they build the chocolates on site in the back and you can sneak a view through the glass window. Everything is kept tidy to a T. They give you samples though! Salted caramel was out for trial so you can try before you buy. read more

Fran's Chocolates - Spiral staircase up to...nowhere. just decor. The candy stand where you pick and order is shown - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Yes, I'll admit I'm a dork. I was at Fonda La Catrina and Fantagraphics the same day Fran's in Georgetown opened on 9/29/14 and didn't stop in - so Richie D nailed it with his third point mentioned in his inaugural Yelp post. I've been a fan of Fran's since the days with her original Madison Valley shop and later toured her Capitol Hill production facility with my pastry class 15 years ago. Finally had an opportunity to stop in this afternoon on 10/8/14. Since this historic building and site was sold in 2001, this area has been the symbol of gentrification in Georgetown, the last of the historically hip, blue collar, and artistic urban village of Seattle. So it is welcoming to see the refurbished and restored Rainier Cold Storage breathes new life with the relocation of Fran's main operations from Capitol Hill to Georgetown. Very spare and retained a lot of the industrial feel. But of course, you're there for the fine chocolates! Whether it's drinking chocolate, individual chocolates or any of the beautifully wrapped boxes of chocolates with the signature bows - the consistent, high quality chocolates are nicely arranged to tempt you. Their product line is to be thoroughly enjoyed and savored. One sales associate kindly offered a complimentary caramel while I perused what else to buy (hazelnut and a dark chocolate truffle, $2.00 each), box of 7 gray salt caramels to be shipped to Iowa ($14), and of course, another larger box of 12 gray and smoked caramels for the family. No one ever says they've gone to Fran's and shows up empty handed back at home. After I signed the guest book, another sales associate enthusiastically showed me the viewing room of their production facility, which is now four times the square footage of their former Capitol Hill location. Big, bright, impeccably clean, nice production flow, and dedicated spaces (like all the tempering machines up front). This is important to me with my pastry and pharmaceutical QC microbiology background. I was told that consideration is being given towards future facility tours, clearly this is already on some mobile food tour destination judging from others in the shop. I'd say having Fran's associates available to answer questions is fine, especially before the early afternoon when production wraps up for the business day. If you want the nitty gritty about cacao beans, roasting and full chocolate production - go on the facility tours at the Theo production plant in Fremont. There's also well educated staff about chocolate regions and great drinking chocolate at Chocolopolis on upper Queen Anne. However, Fran Bigelow and her entire staff has consistently set the standard in artisan chocolates and is hands down one of the best establishments in the Pacific Northwest and US. This is a must-stop for any individual who celebrates high quality product. So now there's Fran's in Bellevue and in Seattle - University Village, downtown Seattle by the Seattle Art Museum, and the lovely brand new main operations in Georgetown (this site open Mon-Sat 10am - 6pm). Stop in and treat yourself, family, friends, and/or colleagues to a delightful bite of luxurious heaven! read more

I am a huge fan of this place! Did you know that Fran was chosen as "the best overall chocolatier in the United States" by The Book of Chocolate? I didn't, until yesterday when I opened up my beautifully-wrapped box of assorted Fran's Chocolate Truffles and read "Fran's Story." I believe it!! From the moment you walk in to Fran's Chocolates Georgetown, everyone is so friendly and kind and the chocolates are so out-of-this-world yummy that it's hard not to be blissfully happy. One of the helpful staff members was talking with me about how much she loves the industrial vibe of this particular location, and I agreed! She said it would be her ideal choice for an apartment, and I joked with her about asking if she could just set up a bed in there and sleep in there at night. She laughed. In all seriousness though, the staff at this location is consistently very attentive and pleasant, and the vibe here is food for the soul. This location has very high ceilings, a smattering of brick throughout the walls, and gorgeous decor displays ~ from a huge vase filled with eye-popping lightly-golden foliage to the delightful spiral iron staircase that goes absolutely nowhere! There are very long tables, small square tables, and rows upon rows of fresh chocolates! The selection is fantastic. I was pleasantly surprised by the Caramel Heart - it is one of my favorite chocolate confections I've ever eaten. I loved the smooth, viscous, completely non-sticky texture of the caramel, and the taste is amazing! I went there yesterday with just my husband, but I attended a somewhat large Calligraphy Meet-Up there earlier this year, too (about 20 people total in attendance), and it's also a great place to go with a large group. The "Viewing Area" is super fun! You can walk into a little alcove in the back of the store and watch chocolates being made by people in white caps! On my previous visit here, I walked back into the alcove and a tall drink of water asked me if I'd ever seen the "I Love Lucy" chocolate episode that apparently is a classic. He said that the Fran's viewing room reminded him of that episode. I haven't seen it, but it's definitely now on my to-watch list! There is nothing I don't love about this place. read more

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This is such a well-kept secret in Georgetown. I have been to the locations across from the SAM and in University Village, but was unaware there was a factory location until my friend Faith met me there last week. What a treat! When we first walked in we were given free raspberry filled chocolates. This must've been a special for Vday, as usually the greeter chocolate is the classic caramel with sea salt. All the same, it was wonderful. Then I had a cappuccino and Faith had the caramel latte. Both were completely satisfying. Each coffee also came with a piece of 66% cacao dark chocolate in the gold wrap. Classy! This location has viewing windows into the chocolate room, where little ladies are handmaking the chocolates we see so nicely packaged in the stores. I think the building used to house a bank or some commercial business. It is industrial with a lot of light - a great place to get cozy with a book. Parking was a breeze. The only downside is there is no wi-fi. Can't wait to come back here!! read more

I visited Fran's with a friend recently and we had a lovely time! I'd definitely recommend this place to any chocolate lover :) 5 stars might be a tad generous, but there really wasn't anything not to like! Pros: - Gorgeous, quiet, open space with a large long table and also maybe ten or so smaller two person tables to meet up with someone or get some work done over some chocolate and/or a drink (see photo for menu!). - Good selection of awesome chocolates! You can buy by the piece ($2 each) or there's prepackaged boxes as well. - There's a viewing room of the production facility! What a fun, quick thing to check out while in the shop already :) Cons: - Parking is street only, and limited! My friend and I had a difficult time finding a spot, and it was early afternoon on a Monday! - This location closes at 6pm every day they're open, which can make it harder to get to after work on weekdays if you're fighting traffic read more

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wow, this is a beautiful space. It's right across from Fonda but I had never been inside. It was almost closing but the staff was accommodating. She let us take a bit of time and make some selections. We opted to try several pieces, which she wrapped in small boxes. It is a great place to get gifts with chocolate treasures inside. read more

I stopped by to pick up gifts and I still love the chocolates !! By far classic and delicious nothing has changed over the years, just well made chocolates. The salted caramels are the greatest. The SODO location is cool pre pandemic, large spacious, you can watch them make chocolates and have great coffee. Right now its just a small shop by the door, always great service. Get chocolate gifts here or just treat yourself read more

I love visiting Fran's, especially during the holidays. The shop is tucked away in the brick buildings of Georgetown and the shop decor inside is soo adorable. If you only get one thing from Fran's, get the sea salt caramel chocolates! It's by far their best chocolate and famous for a reason. The chocolate is perfectly thin on the outside and the caramel texture and flavor is well balanced. The gold bar is also a huge hit in my household and Food Network chef Bobby Flay said it's his favorite. It's literally a grown up version of an almond joy bar! During the holidays, I definitely recommend trying the peppermint imperial. It's the perfect peppermint chocolate bite. I want to give a special shout-out to the hard-working Vietnamese folk making the chocolates in the back. They are the reason we have these pretty and quality chocolates to eat! In terms of customer service, Aivy is so kind and makes me feel welcome and never rushed. I love how she lets me choose the ribbon color and makes my experience feel personalized. Thanks to these folks and the incredible quality of chocolate, I'll always be back! read more

I have never been to 5900 Airport Way S in Seattle WA. I'm from New York! I did go online and order a box of chocolate for my wife to be delivered on Valentines Day from this location. Chocolate to me is personal. It's like wine, a good chocolatier can create items that would be different from another brand. And you can forget about the mass produced stuff being sold in supermarkets. Yuckkk.. NYC, its the chocolate capital of the world. I can go to La Masion Du Chocolat and get an amazing box of chocolates at Rockefeller Center. Wanna know something? I do love La Maison but this year I want to try something different. Enter Fran's Chocolates in Seattle Washington. I've always wanted to try Fran's Chocolates after reading about her journey. She reminds me of my little French Mother in Law, God rest her soul. This is from Fran's website: From the tantalizing light ganache found in her luscious truffles, to the bold and slightly addictive gray and smoked salt caramels, take a moment to note the textures and harmonious flavors that layer themselves. Makes you want hop in the car and drive there right*? I ordered a box and had them shipped to my home. I open the box of chocolate love and find flavors we truly enjoy like Gray Salted Caramel, Smoked Salt Caramel, Orange Zest, Dark Espresso, Brandied Cherry and Dark Tas de Noix to name a few flavors. I was very impressed with the product, it was a little on the expensive side with shipping but it was so worth it to try the brand. I encourage you to find their website and try something new! *2018 I'm going on an Alaskan Cruise and flying to Seattle. I'll be stopping at this location :D read more

Excellent customer service last Saturday- I only wish I remembered the woman's name! I needed a gift for a trip abroad and she helped me with ideas and walked me through the displays. With so many options I easily took my time and finally chose a variety of items. Thank you for a great place to shop for a special gift and thank you for the kindness provided by your staff member!!!! read more

This is my favorite Fran's and where I take out of town guests. It's easy to get to and there's lots of free street parking. It's in this really cool warehouse and Fran's office is at the very top (you can't go up there but it's fun knowing the owner is there) On weekdays you can watch the factory workers through the windows making chocolate. It's usually nice and quiet so you could organise a meet up as they have a huge wooden conference table. Also the bathrooms are very clean and modern with Dyson hand dryers. read more

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Local Georgetown resident, own a home a short walk from the shop. Wanted to get some prestige chocolates for my partner and shop local for Valentine's Day. I am a very obvious person of color, and I'm wearing a hoodie and jeans. All I wanted was to spend about $75 on chocolate. I never got more than five minutes to weigh my options without being asked if I "wanted help." First time, polite. Second time, awkward. Third time, annoying. Fourth time, when I had a few pieces of chocolate in my hand, and they got pushier, I call racism. I just gave up and gave them all I had to hold at the register for me so they'd leave me alone. Then I got my custom box done, paid for all my stuff, and left feeling completely humiliated in my own neighborhood. Georgetown is becoming a place of haves and have nots, and although I happen to be fortunate enough to be one of the haves, my appearance and skin color are enough to make me unwelcome at most of the new wine bars and places like this. I used to be a big fan of this chocolate but I never actually visited a shop. If I visit again, I think I'm just going to order in advance. Or order from somewhere else. Really disappointing to see this place complicit in how this neighborhood is changing. read more

Fran's Chocolates - Just a photo of about $75 worth of chocolate that I am never ordering again in person from this place. - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I could eat Fran's candy every day and never get tired of it. From the orange confit to the signature salted caramel, my chocolate cravings are always met! Salted caramels are a simple concept where so many fail. Fran's has the proper balance of chocolate, salt, and caramel every time! The tas de noix is the chocolate of my dreams with a perfect macadamia nut mixed with chocolaty goodness. The orange confit is always perfect with a citrusy strip of orange expertly dipped in chocolate. The list goes on and on. If only all chocolatiers were as dedicated to their craft as Fran's the world would be a perfect place! This particular location is my favorite. The industrial feel of the brick and steel are the perfect contrast to the refined reputation of Fran's. The staircase to the roof makes you want to run over and climb it. The open concept is airy and welcoming. Plenty of space for everyone to wander around, have a cup of coffee, enjoy sweets, pretty much the perfect place. Wander over to watch chocolate production before you leave! read more

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I always love coming here because of how aesthetic it is inside. The workers are always friendly and greet you with chocolates. They currently have their full cherry blossom tree displays and it makes for such a pretty photo opportunity. The chococlates are a bit pricey at about $2.50 per piece which is why I have a star docked along with their hot drinks they serve, but I do love the quality of their products and like to stop by once in a while for a little treat. read more

Fran's Chocolates - Current cherry blossom display (051019). - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Not a fan of chocolates, but I'm a fan of Fran's! That's how good it is. We celebrate 2016 with some mango Bellini and Fran's Chocolates! Here's to a wonderful new year! read more

Fran's Chocolates - Yummy treat from Seattle! Loving the sea salt caramel with milk chocolate and the almond chocolate! - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

this location of fran's chocolates has saved my a** on more than one occasion! what i mean by that is that i've realized it's the perfect gift for someone and instead of hauling myself across town to u village or braving the downtown 1st ave location, i've driven effortlessly (and usually parked even more so!) to georgetown where i could just as easily sample their luscious chocolates and make my purchases with far less overall hassle. there's something about the wide open area of the industrial showroom in georgetown that appeals to me. it's not cramped, the employees are very friendly and there are always samples! make sure you peruse the case which also serves as the purchase counter because i took a fairly long time to arrive at a decision for some gifts on my first visit, only to realize upon arrival at the counter that i needed to reevaluate when presented with some additional options i hasn't yet seen in terms of the individual (not pre-boxed) chocolates. i will always go to this location for my fran's needs. luckily, i've had the willpower to just go for gift items and not for my own urges. so glad they opened this to the public and didn't just make it corporate office space. read more