I stopped by on a Saturday for some quick chocolates. I took a 4 chocolate box (actually I skipped the box to save some money). Pistachio ganache, exotic caramel, honey lavender, vanilla creme brulee were my flavors. Pistachio ganache and exotic caramel were my favorite. While there I noticed they had some cool popsicles as well. I went for a cookies and cream popsicle, and it was great. It tasted like la michoacana popsicles. read more

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I bought a large box of chocolates to have for Thanksgiving. They were a big hit. The flavors are fun and they are all delicious. Good service and cute store. Highly recommend. read more

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Amazing natural flavored popsicles. Haven't tried the truffles yet but I appreciated that they had a vegan option. Please make more vegan options! Will definitely visit again when I am here again. read more

Beautiful chocolates that taste as good as they look. If you're wanting a gift for someone one or yourself, Infusion Chocolates is your place. With a portal to the chocolate room behind the counter, you can watch them craftily make these treats while picking out several for your custom box. Or choose several other chocolate treats in their showroom. Gifts and cards are also available. read more

Really large selection and variety of unique flavors of chocolates. Packaging and presentation are excellent.

I swung by for their Monroe St Festival special - half off drinking chocolate. I've had drinking chocolate at Red Elephant, and they have very different interpretations of it. I went with iced Mayan, which has the slightest hint of spice. It is very thick, closer to a milkshake than hot chocolate in consistency. Wonderful darker chocolate flavor (I like around 60% dark chocolate) with just the right amount of sweetness so that it feels like it's definitely healthy. They also have very pretty chocolates that would make a great gift. read more

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Excellent filled truffles, in a town that has several top notch options for the chocohalic.

Fantastic hand crafted gourmet chocolates from a small shop in Hilldale. Very creative flavor combinations and beautifully decorated and designed. Not cheap but worth it for this quality of chocolate. The staff is friendly, helpful and ready to make recommendations. read more

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This is such a nifty little chocolate shop. As you can tell from the other reviews, you'll find yourself just aching to come back after your initial visit. The shop is right in the middle of the Hilldale shopping center so it's in a great location and easy to get to. Inside there's a small sitting area which is a great touch. Apart from their stunning chocolates they also serve tea, hot chocolate and other choices. You can either pick out some chocolates to eat in the shop or buy different sized boxes to take home. If you choose to sit they serve the chocolates on a cool marble slab. It's a very awesome idea and makes it easy to cut up chocolate to share. It's very hard to describe the chocolates. Beautiful, gorgeous and delicious are a good start. The different chocolates are shaped and colored so remarkably well that you almost want to put them on display rather than popping them in your mouth. Once you do decide to chow down you'll find that their combinations are awesome. There are even flavors that you wouldn't even expect to be in a truffle. Peppercorn, blue cheese, bourbon, lavender, spices... My girlfriend and I decided to sit and try the more interesting ones but still buy a box of our favorites to take with us. Let me just give you a fair warning that this is more of a niche, premium shop. The prices aren't outrageous but they're up there. It's really more for a occasional treat, gift or special event purchase. read more

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Alyssa from Infusion Chocolates went above and beyond to help my team deliver chocolates to a job site in Madison, WI. I'm from Seattle, WA and needed a gift delivered the next morning down the street from the shop... Alyssa drove the gift there HERSELF and gave a handwritten note. Not to leave unmentioned, the chocolates themselves were beautiful and (so I've heard) absolutely delicious. I couldn't recommend this team enough!!!! read more

What a neat lil chocolate shop! This was my first visit after hearing about it from my boss at work, and I know I'll be returning. Picked up three pieces of chocolate, one for me and the other two for my roommates. We all LOVED what we had -- S'mores, Exotic Caramel, and Pistachio Ganache (I love pistachio-flavored-anything so I couldn't not get this, and I was so pleased by its flavor!). I was also lucky enough to sample a bit of the Espresso Fusion, which was really good too! The staff member that helped me was super friendly, happily answered the questions I had, and gave some recommendations. I was between the Exotic Caramel and the Smoked Salted Caramel for one of my roommates, and she said that even though the Smoked Salted Caramel is one of her favorites, the Exotic Caramel is their most popular truffle -- so I decided to go with that! These little truffles are worth the price every once in a while when you want to enjoy a decadent sweet treat! read more

Pricey... very much so. But, hey, if you wanna impress, that goes out the window. What's left is quality. And DB Infusion Chocolates provides premium quality... and a lot of very interesting flavors. read more

I'm very picky when it comes to fine chocolate. I'm the worst person to talk to cuz I will be overly snobby and annoying and all that. I went to Madison's Food and Wine show today and sampled a piece of David Bacco chocolate. I immediately decided to purchase the 8 piece box on the spot. The truffles are tad sweeter than I like - I think that the little less sugar can enhance more of the good quality chocolate flavor. But whatever, it's good stuff. I love it a lot more than Gail Abrosius chocolate. In addition to the excellent flavor, the airbrushed truffles are so pretty to look at. I think D.B's chocolate is the clear winner among the other confection makers around the Madison area. read more

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These are some of the most godawful chocolates I have ever eaten. Intrigued after a meal next door at Muramoto, I stopped in and got a sampler box of nearly every variety. I started with all the dark chocolates, and added in as many milks as would fit. The box was gorgeous, and the truffles were pretty, but I was so disappointed when I tried them. Many of the "flavors" didn't have much of a taste. Even the plain bittersweet chocolate was disappointing--there was no substance or complexity at all. My suspician is that they're pure forastero, which is great for grocery store chocolate, but not exciting enough on its own when you're looking for a chocolate to savor. If I had to pick a least favorite truffle, I'd say the worst one was the Szechuan truffle, which was like a Hershey's Dark bar sprinkled with black pepper. Gross. So poorly composed. Vosges Haut Chocolats in Chicago, mass and mediocre as they are, roundly beats DB on taste and quality. If you want "exotic" chocolate, Katrina Markoff was one of the progenitors of the "chocolate + spices" movement. A $7 Vosges bar or sampler box is a more certain crowd pleaser than David Bacco. read more

Oh DB, you saucy saucy minx! This is the kind of box of gems that I want to receive. These chocolate babes are beautiful and extremely tasty. Like punch you in the face with flavor tasty. There is great care and quality put into the crafting of these deliciously gorgeous chocolates. My favorites are: Caramel apple pie S'more Vanilla creme brulee Drinking chocolate- any variety They have a nice seating area to enjoy a flight of chocolates (served on a decorative rock, just go, you'll see), or a loverly hot cocoa. The chocolates are very premium so expect to fork out $2 per chocolate. All are unique, so even if you don't love the ones you pick, they are guaranteed to be interesting and an experience. read more

These chocolates are delicious, if a bit pricey. I love the variety here. You can get anything from super sweet, salty, spicy, and even savory. I selected a box of eight to share with the man(four types, one for each of us) at about $2 a pop. There were many great flavors, and I could have easily dropped a wad of cash and gotten the uber-large box...if I was spending someone else's money. Because I was using my own, however, I chose the Chai Ganache and Fromage de Bleu(bleu cheese and balsamic vinegar, very interesting) which were seasonal(the fall selection was being released the next day), and Gingered Macadamia Nut and Caribbean Fire were among the mainstays. I wanted to get a wide variety, and I was impressed. They were tasty and beautiful. I was also given a sample of the cider caramel that was in the fall collection--and I'll be back soon to snatch some of THOSE. Yummy. I only wish they had a few more hard core chocolate chocolates. You know, the stuff for cocoa lovers who mean business. Heads up--save the gorgeous box, you get 10% off if you bring it back to refill. read more

I decided to come here to get the people who wrote me a letter of recommendation a small gift of a few pieces of their chocolate. On accident, I had it sitting in my boyfriend's car while the heat was on and melted a few of the pieces. I couldn't give them to the people (as half of it was smooshed in the corners of the box), buuuuut I couldn't justify letting it go to waste either. Best mistake evar. The chocolate is so rich and creamy; it melts super fast in your hand and leaves a pool of oozing, sweet goodness right on your tongue. These are some of the best chocolates I've ever had in my life, and easily rivals what I've had in Switzerland. I was not aware they had hot chocolate, though! When I go back to get replacements for the lost chocolates, I know what I'll be trying ... read more

DB Infusion might have the prettiest chocolates in town. The flavors are also delightfully bold and balanced. I've received them as gifts a few times and it's always a happy surprise, and I've also stopped in (though I have yet to make it to the new shop) to purchase them as gifts for others. S'mores, Thai Peanut Butter, Tahitian Vanilla, and Vanilla Crème Brûlée are all solid go-tos in my book. There are several amazing chocolatiers in Madison that would be hard to go wrong with, but if you need that extra presentational oomph, DB might be the right choice. read more

I'd like to recommend that the people who wrote the negative reviews try having their tastebuds electrocuted to bring them back to life if they don't like DB. David Bacco equals chocolate. I love the smooth, shimmering, hard chocolate shells - their luster makes them look more like jewels than food. Topaz, emerald, rose, metallic golden sheens, each one is so attractive, like a tiny edible work of art. And the shapes! Like a giant cut gemstone, or a slanted trapezoid, or a bundle of slender filaments! And of course I also love the creamy, bizarre flavors that meld beautifully together. It's like getting a chocolatey punch in the face! There is one that is milk chocolate and bleu cheese, and it's delicious. So is the Szechuan peppercorn, the firey ginger nut. My favorite is the passion fruit. Or the aphrodisiac for her. Or the Tahitian Vanilla. Some people are just complain-y because DB is expensive. You want a "normal" chocolate? Go to Godiva at the mall. Finally, it's really the ultimate place for a date. Going is a lot of fun indeed. I usually go with my husband after a nice dinner over at Restaurant Muramoto. They also make these crazy hot chocolates with spices in them, like the drinking chocolates that are unbelievably rich and served in espresso cups. Also a good place to take out-of-town guests for a little local jolt. read more

These chocolates are better looking than they taste. Don't get me wrong the chocolate is good, but not a must have. I like sweets and chocolates but these are lackluster. Points for ingenuity and provoking some thought with natural and non traditional ingredients. However the chocolate is rich but many flavors miss their mark. Somewhat overpriced with chocolate costs rising even for Hilldale . read more

I have "eaten in" twice. They serve the chocolates on a little stone slab and you get a small discount if you eat in as opposed to getting it to go in a little gift box. In addition to chocolates, I recommend the drinking chocolates they offer. My mom and I ordered two different flavors and they were both good but I actually think the white chocolate is the best. If you order a drinking chocolate, they will make it to order and I saw the ingredients they were using so I knew it was whole cream, etc. All of the chocolates were good. I don't remember any specifics but I was pleased with everything I tried. read more

This hot chocolate is swimmingly rich. I don't even know what I mean by that, but it is. It's like letting a chocolate melt in your mouth (but it's already melted?)... I was intrigued by the Mayan Hot Chocolate but think the regular Milk Chocolate was actually better. The corn in the Mayan one freaked me out a bit and it wasn't as flavorful. Not that I wouldn't have another if offered! They are hand-crushed and blended right then and there. These chocolates are delectable and with seasonal varieties, you can always try something new! Good tip about eating in being cheaper... but I got a bunch to go. :) My friends and I split a big box, and we had no issue tasting flavors or figuring out which was which... these flavors come through strong and they are also handpainted. read more

I'd like to qualify this review by saying that I don't really like sweets. And I like chocolate but only in tiny doses. As in maybe once every couple of months. No, you can keep your chocolate ganache cake w/ chocolate frosting. Really. That being said, I love David Bacco and I've been obsessed since he was at Cocoliquot. There are very few flavors I haven't tried. I've even tried the chardonnay bacon (not my favorite but I also don't like bacon). The only other chocolatier that even comes close to my love for David Bacco is in San Francisco. I have spent hundreds of dollars on David Bacco as gifts and I can honestly say that it is hundreds of dollars well spent. None of my other gifts are as loved as those little David Bacco boxes. haha. Some may say that $2 per truffle is expensive but think of all the work that goes into each chocolate. Chocolates that delicious and pretty DON'T come off a conveyer belt, ready to be packaged and shipped out to the masses. David Bacco, will you marry me? And make me chocolates?? read more

Hello. My name is Tim, and I'm a chocoholic. I had (surprisingly) never heard of DB until I was given a box of DB chocolats for Christmas this year. Right away, I knew I was in for a very special experience based on the superb craftsmanship exhibited by the packaging alone. Not only was the box of the utmost quality, but what did I find when I released the magnetic closure to peer inside? Hand-crafted truffles of unique shapes and colors I'd never seen before. Heck, they looked more like gems than food! When I did partake in these chocolaty gifts, I was quite literally weak in the knees. Seriously. I reached for the countertop and enjoyed each truffle with every ounce of my being. I wish I had been warned to sit down beforehand. The experience was so far above and beyond what can be expected from any lesser truffle, it's just not fair to compare them. To say that these are of a superior caliber is far short of the mark. DB chocolats are a completely different ball game -- they change the rules of engagement. read more

I'm so conflicted. I don't want to ever give any chocolatier but Gail Ambrosius 5 stars. And if I could have given Bacco 4 1/2 stars purely for posterity's sake, I would have. But here I am. 5 stars, because they are more delicious than most chocolates you will ever get to have--especially if you're into milk chocolate over dark. Where David Bacco really succeeds is his fruit-flavored chocolates. I'd never had any piece of chocolate that tasted like citrus had been directly infused into every inch of it...until I tried this chocolate. I think one was passion fruit? It was incredible. Your taste buds will actually tingle from the sharp contrast of tart and sweet. Additionally, the chocolates appear to be hand painted like little works of art. read more

The chocolates here are so delicious! They are a nice treat to myself one or two times per year. They are so pretty you almost don't want to eat them. My favorite is the exotic caramel. read more

My favorite chocolates in Madison, and that's saying something considering the competition. DB Chocolates hits the trifecta of chocolate making: smooth, delicious chocolate; inventive flavor combinations; and beautiful presentation. read more

This is definitely more of a treat place than a chronic stop. The quality and appearance of DB's handcrafted chocolates and truffles fetch a pretty decent price, but that's to be expected. If nothing else, it'll keep you appreciating it more. You'll notice that people take smaller bites of everything as the price tag climbs. Flavors aren't always perfect, but a lot of that is up to the consumer. I'm not a fan of earl grey tea, so I don't like truffles with earl grey. But, odds are good that if it's got anything with coconut or banana, I'm hooked. Odds are good that, with the reasonably sizable and regularly changing variety, you'll find at least a few pieces that'll catch your interest. I like stopping here after Sushi Muramoto since it's so close by. I love my sushi and sake and all, but not so much that I want to have it be the last thing I taste. And I lke to bring chocolates to my girl when I'm in the area. These treats go a long way in relationships. read more

The chocolates are beautiful and I have always received very good service. But it is also very pricey, and the flavors can sometimes be hit or miss. All in all, it's definitely worth checking out whenever you're in the area! Get the drinking chocolate. Always. read more

Oh yes please! For many years I've been a loyal Gail Ambrosia fan. I still am, don't get me wrong! But after a friend introduced me to DBs, I keep going back! You have to try it! read more

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they look pretty, taste good and have chocolates with pralines in them! Praline chocolates are soooo hard to find and they really taste good here. The downside is they are pretty pricey so this is not the place to go if you wanted a on-the-budget box of chocolate! But its definitely worth a try if your willing to spend the money. another interesting fact is this place actually makes the chocolates right there in the store, so everything you buy is authentically DB infusion chocolates. read more

This was the first stop for our Madison caffeine crawl #caffeinecrawl . I must say their demonstration was amazing and very informative. The different samples of chocolates were so smooth and high quality. Been here before as a special treat and will keep coming back. Too beautiful to eat but somehow we managed. read more

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I love DB so much!!! I love how you get to pick your flavors, and if you're not up to the challenge, they have pre-boxed ones ready to go! They have unique flavor combos and I have loved every chocolate I have tried (which honestly is probably all of them at this point). Try the Chai Ganache, Fromage de Bleu and Vanilla Creme Brulee -- my favs! read more

Stopped in for some dessert after dinner at nearby Sushi Murimato. The store itself is nicely decorated and each chocolate offering had a unique and gorgeous design. I tried their signature flavor, Exotic Caramel, which was presented to me on a mini slab. It was a delicious burst of fruit and caramel flavor that was nicely balanced with the silky chocolate. I really regret not buying a variety of flavors to try on my drive back to Chicago. Oh well, another reason to return to Madison for a work visit! read more

I really go to this place to have their drinking chocolate. Its a $4.00 of pure bliss. They have 4 flavors. I always get the Mayan witch is a Slightly spicy drinking chocolate. I believe they have a new one thats more spicy than the Mayan, a white chocolate, and a plain chocolate. A must have if your over that way :) read more

It's expensive, but good chocolate always is. We aren't fans of dark chocolate, but there was a good selection for all kinds of flavors.

This place is great, nice customer service, and great chocolate. They have the coolest designs and milk and dark chocolate, and I loved that they had a vanilla bean. This place is really the best chocolate place in Wisconsin read more

Bought a big box of chocolates this week from what appeared to be the woman owner. Very unfriendly and both my wife and I felt rushed and if she couldn't wait for us to get out of the store. What a shame- even though the chocolate was good it's not worth the price of such poor service. We will not be coming back. read more

I was recently at the Hilldale location. I ordered a hot chai tea latte to go. As I was walking out to my car, I lifted the cup to my mouth, and the drink boiled over through the hole in the to-go lid and burned my lip, upper lip, nose, and hands. The liquid must have been boiling when it was put in the cup, and with the lid on and minimal venting, it literally exploded. I wrote an email to the company and received no response. I like the chocolates here, but this was a horrible experience. I received second degree burns to my lips/face/nose and hands, and no response is really unprofessional. read more

This place is quite a splurge, but for these edible works of art, it's totally worth it! They make memorable gifts for chocolate lovers (even those who claim to not be fans of chocolate, like myself, will eat their words). The 16 piece box makes a perfect gift for that special someone, while the 2 piece (or even the 4 piece box) makes a nice treat for yourself! read more