My favorite chocolates are made in Switzerland, Belgium, and Japan. So I was pleasantly surprised to find a Läderach Chocolate shop while walking around South Coast Plaza. They were handing out samples of their hazelnut chocolate bars, and after one bite, I knew I had to step inside to look around and try some more. Such luxuriously rich and smooth chocolate morsels that melt so exquisitely in your mouth (where you can taste and smell the layers of quality ingredients contained in each piece). Really took me back to my last trip to Switzerland when I overindulged in chocolates and fondue (and it was so very worth it). Pricing is by the pound if you get items a la carte. Truffles and pralines are $84 per lb (works out to be average of $3 per piece) and their chocolate bark bars (aka FrischSchoggi) are about $60 to $64 per lb. Otherwise there are prepackaged boxes at set prices ranging from about $20 to $150 and more. Today I sampled the hazelnut chocolate bar, pava praline square, a white chocolate espresso truffle, and a champagne truffle. I ultimately decided to purchase the pava praline set (comes with 8 pieces) and 5 pieces of the white chocolate expresso truffles. Total was just under $40. Truffles came in nicely designed, minimalistic boxes. They are located on the second floor of the Bloomingdale's wing of South Coast Plaza, above Sephora. read more

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I'm completely OBSESSED with the pistachio bark and want to buy more but I don't trust myself so I just had a few samples today. 5 stars for the kind employees who know they will make a sale giving out samples. They are so smart to do the sample strategy! read more

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Service improved, maybe management is paying attention to feedbacks. This morning, they had a team of two friendly staff standing by the door handing out samples. When I walked in, Christina (or Christiana) greeted me and helped me sample and select chocolate. A much better experience than last visit. Thumbs up for the improvement in customer service. read more

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Shout-out to Tori who was amazing! She helped me select just the right gifts for an upcoming family event. Gave me valuable insight into preserving the integrity of my chocolates and tried to assist in any way she could. Just really good forward service! Thanks Tori! We will enjoy our treats!! read more

Chocolate is amazing and the staff...Jori was amazing!!! The dark chocolate espresso is so good! read more

Läderach chocolatier suisse - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

We have been resisting buying from here for a while now, because it's pricey. We didn't want to start something that's hard to sustain. However, we finally caved in! Now we come, taste test and buy almost each time we're at South Coast Plaza. Most of the ones we've tried we love. We especially like the popular milk chocolate with hazelnuts, the blonde chocolate, the one with strawberries. read more

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Jori was absolutely a pleasure to work with! She was incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about helping my friend and me. We never felt rushed, and she took the time to answer our questions and make sure we had a wonderful experience. Her kindness and genuine enthusiasm truly made our visit memorable. Customer service like hers is something special, and it really reflects well on Läderach. They are very lucky to have Jori as part of their team! Thank you, Jori, for making our visit such a wonderful experience. We truly appreciated you! read more

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I love the Dubai chocolate! I was in line with only about 10 minutes left on my lunch break, and the woman working there could tell I was in a rush and kindly helped me right away. I wish I had gotten her name so I could recognize her here. Before I left, she went out of her way to get me a sample without me even asking, and it genuinely made my day. It was such an incredibly thoughtful gesture, and I appreciated her kindness. It made my day. Wonderful customer service and such a sweet experience! read more

The hook, line and sinker this place is. That free smooth Swiss chocolate taste gets you hooked! I did! Tasted that blonde caramel and their classic as well as their raspberry and strawberry chocolates are awesome! Service is great! read more

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This is a family favorite. They have an amazing selection of chocolate and their customer service is great! They always make you feel like a valued customer. Definitely worth the splurge. read more

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If you shop at South Coast Plaza and haven't been to Laderach chocolatier, you're missing out. :) We love the chocolate here. Our favorites are the dark chocolate selections. They not only taste good but are supposed to be good/healthy for us. They're definitely not cheap (about $62 to ~ $75 per pound), but they are very good quality chocolate. There's always a long line there though. So be patient and be ready to wait if you have time . . . read more

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Located in South Coast Plaza, Laderach is one of my favorite chocolate brands around. I think about their hazelnut chocolate quite a lot. It's truly luxury chocolate, so it isn't cheap. I got an assortment of the chocolate this time, which means I can try new flavors and determine which I want to purchase next time. Some of my favorite flavors I've recently discovered are the raspberry blueberry and florentine chocolate. Overall, I love their chocolate and will definitely be back. read more

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Who doesn't love Läderach? The chocolate here is so top-of-the-line, it's hard to really get anything wrong. You'd have to really fumble a guest's experience. What I love about this particular location is how patient they are - at least, when I go. I usually know what I want, but I also can't help but try other items before buying the Strawberry, and this place is really cool about letting me sample and try things. Solid establishment! read more

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I love Laderach! They are known for their Frischschoggi, which literally translates to "fresh chocolate." These slabs of chocolate are divine! So rich and creamy, depending on the type of chocolate you like. I've been coming here since this place opened and have tried almost all of their flavors lol. My favorites are the White Chocolate Pistachio, the Hazelnut Milk Chocolate, Raspberry-Blackberry White, the Macadamia Milk Chocolate, the Almond Milk Chocolate, and Pumpkin Spice. They also have a Dubai Style Chocolate which is a little too salty. Their pralines and truffles are excellent as well! They have lots of cute chocolate boxes you can buy and give as gifts too. Just be careful because it's easy to spend all your money here lol. They also give you a sample to try when you are in line. Customer service is great and you can try more samples when you reach the register. Lines can get really long on the weekends. However, this is a must for me every time I go to South Coast. It's like the necessity of hitting up an Auntie Anne's or Wetzel's Pretzels when you go to the mall. Happy eating! read more

I'm surprised with the overall rating of this store. For years the staff has been welcoming, (maybe it's been good timing), the chocolate is always fresh, they even give samples. The quality and variety of the chocolate is sooooo good. I forget I'm pre diabetic when I'm there. It's great for snacking and gifting. I highly recommend. read more

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Looks so inviting, I wanted to get some but time was running short. I'm going to get something next time. read more

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As I'm fond of chocolates so Swiss are best at it and Laderach is no doubt a great tasting chocolate. I frequent them very often in the South Coast not only because it's tasty but also because of the staff working there are the most friendly souls working there and they enhance your experience when you shop over there. Special shout-out to Jesse & Ema for their knowledge of the product and their friendly attitude. Also, I can't forget Eric who is the manager and runs the show smoothly. So if you happened to be there ask for Jesse or Ema you ain't be disappointed. In the end, keep up the good work and keep distributing the sweetness in this turbulent world. read more

Oh Laderach... you are so tasty... but so expensive. Never have I ever spent to much on chocolate! I always go for the type of chocolate that they measure, break off and that you can get in any size. Be careful - it adds up quickly ;) There's almost any type of chocolate that you can think of so definitely take a look! Be prepared to queue a little bit on a weekend; it gets busy. They often have someone handing out samples, too, which is a nice touch while you're waiting in line. 2025: 70/100 read more

Chocolate: 5/5 Chocolate options are amazing, everything is smooth and delicious. From ones with nuts to strawberry, even some with meringue. Really can't get enough. Service: 5/5 Staff is very quick and nice. They described the flavor profile and offered plenty of samples. Awesome team. Ambience: 4/5 Clean, organized, a little small but nice decor. read more

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The pricing is justified for the kind of quality chocolate you get here. We buy these chocolates as gifts for people all the time since the packaging looks really great as well! They have rotating flavors and are always experimenting new flavors for their customers. You can try out the chocolate before you buy it, which is a plus. My favorite was the matcha chocolate, but I also love their macadamia nut milk chocolate (this one seems to be available year round). The shop is small and can get jam packed in there with people, especially during the major holidays. Customer service is awesome. read more

There's always a long line at Laderach Chocolatier Suisse. I'll take that long line any day! It means the chocolate is the bestttttt! I came here with my husband, and brought my parents and aunt/ uncle. Mostly because I wanted them to try the chocolate. My mom loved it and my aunt did too! We all bought some chocolate. read more

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I just Discovered this Chocolatier today. Passing by the window and seeing all the stacked tablets of sweet and colorful goodness was already a feast for the eye. I had to stop. The line was descent and was moving fairly quickly. The staff were super friendly. The place was buzzing with energy. The store is nicely put together with tons of beautiful arrangements. There was a sample counter with tons of options to try from. The sweet smell of all the different chocolates was intoxicating. Their menu items are unique. I got 5 or 6 pieces of different chocolate combinations to sample with family over Coffee. Everything was delicious. I highly recommend trying Laderach. read more

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Favorite chocolate! Service was fantastic today, friendly staff and he offered me a few to try out. My favorites are the dark chocolate with a variety of nuts and the dark chocolate with pistachios. read more

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I love the free samples. The hazelnut milk chocolate is fantastic. However the raspberry chocolate is amazing and typically I am not a fan of raspberry read more

Läderach has some of the best chocolate I've ever had. Being authentic Swiss chocolate, you can really taste the quality in every bite. Everything was fresh, rich, and beautifully displayed, and the staff was friendly and helpful. The prices were actually very reasonable for premium imported chocolate, and I thought it was well worth it. I'm already looking forward to my next visit, and I can't wait for the new location to open. Highly recommend stopping by if you're a chocolate lover! read more

Only reason I brave the craziness of South Coast Plaza is for Uniqlo, Din Tai Fung, & THIS CHOCOLATE. This shop is located on the same side as Bloomingdale's. They offer samples of their frischschoggi (chocolate bark) when you walk in. Tons of different chocolates & packages on display. They also have a per piece section for the truffles. But I come here for the per pound frischschoggi. You can sample any flavor. My favorite is the cornflake & the strawberry. Although on the pricier side ~ $50/lb, it's worth it. Lol. The chocolate is so smooth, silky & not overly sweet. There are also prepackaged sampler frischschoggi boats with all the flavors. Anyways, give it a try. Go get a sample. read more

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Absolutely love Laderach- we come here to eat some chocolate and buy gifts for our friends. Really awesome chocolate- definitely worthe the price but it is expensive :( And with inflation, not easy to buy many chocolates for friends. But thankful for the wonderful chocolate- God bless us all! Numbers 6:24-26 "The LORD bless you and keep you; The LORD make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The LORD lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace." Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. read more

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You have to come in here and ask for a sample!! My friend got a couple of boxes of their delicious chocolate. We were able to choose a sample from a large assortment of decadent chocolate. I like to ask the cashier what is their favorite and try that one. It doesn't really matter because EVERYTHING Is delicious. Next we tried a piece of the slab chocolates. YUMMMMMMM read more

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Great experience at this store. Upon entry I was greeted by Austin who had a tray of yummy milk chocolate hazelnut samples to try. He was very knowledgeable in the various chocolates this store has to offer. I picked out a of their dark truffle 12 pieces for $34 and a box of their praline and truffles with alcohol 36 pieces for $70. What a delicious treat! I also got a couple of their bark pieces for myself. Both boxes were nicely gift wrapped by Anthony who did a fabulous job. Staff overall was great. Overall store was clean and all the prices were displayed so that was nice. Ambiance was nice especially since it now decorated for the holidays. There's now an option to buy gift cards to this store as well as personalize your own gift basket. Even though this store is only 1/10 of the original Laderach store in Switzerland, it still packs a lot of variety and flavors. Have already been back a couple of times during the week to this store location. Located in the Bloomingdale's side of South Coast Plaza and in the second floor close to the escalators. Easy to find! read more

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I recently discovered Laderach for the first time. A couple of friends and I had lunch at South Coast Plaza and passed by it while browsing the shops. My sweet tooth is not super strong and I can usually resist sweets in cases. However, you just pass by the front window with those giant chocolate tablets and get a whiff of the chocolate, it is pretty irresistible. The shop was crowded and buzzing. It is a fairly large space. There was a line for the tablet or bark pieces - whatever you'd like to call them. I only picked up a couple of truffles, which I regretted as soon as I tasted them at home. The champagne truffle was similarly divine as the ones at Teuscher chocolates, one of my favorite shops for luxury chocolate. The feuilletine was also amazing, thin, crispy, toasted crepes in chocolate. The milk chocolate was so silky and delicious, yet not overly sweet. We were told they normally offer samples but they were not offered while we were there. My friend offered a taste of their signature candied hazelnut chocolate, which is a broken piece from the large tablets. It was so good, it had me returning at the first opportunity. read more

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Best chocolate shop ever. Swiss fine chocolate with so many options. Down side it is expensive. Upside it's worth it read more

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My family and I had a wonderful visit there. We were greeted with a free sample and got to snag the last limited edition set of chocolates that were delectable. Staff were friendly, patient, and kind. The store was busy yet, we were able to get our chocolates within a reasonable time. We will definitely go back there for more! read more

I was recommended to come here from a friend. It was a Sunday afternoon and there was a line, which sounded like that is the norm. However, it went quick less than 10 minutes. There were various mousse truffles which were super good. There is plenty to choose from for the large pieces of chocolate. I'd come back! read more

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Not only is the chocolate exceptional, but the service is just as good, especially Jesse. He was so warm, helpful and enthusiastic. His service + the chocolate made our whole day! 10/10 read more

What a beautiful, sweet chocolatier. The staff here was a 10 out'a 10 absolutely. I went in the evening and bought a small bag of chocolates as a gift for a loved one, and having tasted the quality of chocolate I cannot wait to give them it. I'm excited to come back, and I would recommend the place to everybody. read more

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Excellent service , especially by Maya . One of the best chocolate boutiques I have come across and exceptional service!

The best chocolatier store ever with chocolates imported directly from Switzerland although ironically they use California almonds (and Swiss milk and Italian pistachios). My favorite truffles and schoggi are the ones with hazelnuts, milk, and/or fruit like various berries. The staff are very knowledgeable and offer stellar customer service. A great asset to South Coast Plaza. read more

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My first time here. What have I missed all these years! There are over 20 different Swiss made chocolates to taste. The staff is helpful in explaining the differences in the Swiss concoctions. And they offer a free samples. If you love chocolates, you need to try Laderach. read more

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Oh myyyyyy... All in hoping to say is, if you are in South Coast Plaza shopping do not leave until you make a stop here!!! I don't even like chocolate (LOL)! My daughter and I were shopping when she saw the shop and got really excited- she had heard about the brand and saw the line of people and made a beeline to the store front. They happened to be giving out samples of their hazelnut bark and everyone was raving about it. All I can say is, it was really THAT good! The chocolate is on another level of taste and quality- and when I say hazelnuts I mean WHOLE nuts! Its prices reflects the quality of their products. DEFINITELY worth trying and or gifting for yourself and orv others!!! read more

I've been waiting their viral Dubai chocolate but it's always sold out. So sad! They never fail me whenever they have new or seasonal flavors tho. Sampling is highly encouraged because thats part of their culture:) My favorite is always their hazelnut and orange and anything with dark chocolate! The staff are friendly , they always greet us with smile read more