I absolutely love Burdicks and have been coming here for years. The hot chocolate is to die for and the chocolate mice are always a hit as a gift. I've gotten the mixed chocolate and hot chocolate several times as well. The hot chocolate is never quite the same as the store but worth trying! I was super excited to try the ice cream and got a small hazelnut ($9 for one scoop). Unfortunately it was just fine, nothing special, and sooooo tiny. Wouldn't get that again! read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Hazelnut scoop - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Chocolate! Chocolate! Chocolate! So rich hot chocolate! We were craving dessert and decided to get some hot chocolate from L.A Burdock since we were in the area. The shop is super cute with plenty of chocolate gifts to take home or to buy for someone special. I really liked their displays of beautifully wrapped chocolate bars and gift sets. At the back of the shop their is a coffee shop that offers some pastries. I ordered their classic hot chocolate and my boyfriend got their spicy hot chocolate. There are a few tables to sit and enjoy your dessert and we were lucky to grab a seat because it was very busy on a late Saturday night. The drinks came out hot and super rich! The classic was very good and very chocolatety. The spicy hot chocolate was so thick and rich it felt like I was drinking a candy bar it was almost non liquid! It was very good! If you are a chocolate lover I highly recommend trying their yummy hot chocolate! You can even purchase a bag to prepare at home! read more

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Always come and buy some chocolate! Milk Chocolate Mouse, Dark Chocolate Mouse: The most classic products. They had a thin string on the back to mimic a tail, which also helps keep your hands clean--a fun and thoughtful design. The cocoa and milk flavors were pure and rich, with a smooth and silky texture. I personally didn't find it too sweet. My friends who tasted it also raved about it. Pavé Glacé: The best of the bunch. Made in the same way as nama chocolate生チョコ--frozen chocolate ganache, but this one had a fine layer of cocoa powder, making it denser and more solid. It melted in mouth and starts to linger, with a more distinct flavor profile from bitter to sweet to fragrant. Sesame Truffe: Two pieces in one serving was perfect. A thin layer of light cocoa powder on the surface, the shell was so crisp that it crumbled in mouth, and the flowing filling with nutty and caramel flavors immediately spills out. However, I didn't taste much sesame; it's closer to hazelnut, the classic chocolate flavor, and a bit on the sweeter side. read more

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Met a friend for hot chocolate on a snowy Monday night and enjoyed the coziness of conversation. Inside is really cute, you feel like you've stepped into Europe. They feature lots of Swiss treats and there's something everyone would like. I ordered a milk chocolate hot chocolate and my friend got a dark chocolate. The drinks are rich and super smooth. I always need a little water which luckily they have a pitcher with little cups. We then split two treats, the Engadiner Nusstorte and Cherry Tart. Both were delicious, and they complimented the drinks nicely, especially the Cherry adding that contrasting tartness to a sweet beverage. The gentleman working was also nice he cut the treats in half for us to split. I was shocked how busy it was, at most points there wasn't a free table inside, as people come here to chat and enjoy. It was the perfect place to meet a friend and I'd come back for sure. read more

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Taste of my childhood This hot chocolate is unbelievably rich and velvety, truly like drinking perfectly melted chocolate. Every sip feels warm, nostalgic, and indulgent. Absolutely loved it. read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Hot White Chocolate - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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(Oops posting this very late, was there like 10 months ago.) Still as good as I remember it 25 years ago! Chocolates are decadent and rich in flavor. Of course had to get the little mice chocolates. It was a hot day so I got an iced tea and an adorable little cake (see photo). I believe it was an earl grey cake. Great place to cool off while shopping at the Harvard yard. Love this place!!! It has changed so much (before it was a bigger restaurant/cafe) since I remembered it but still as lovely. read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Iced tea and Earl Grey Mousse Cake for an afternoon treat! - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Shared a large hot shaved milk chocolate on a perfect 65 degree night. Excellent service & lively ambiance packed house. I rate 4.5 stars. read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Shaved chocolate w steamed milk. - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Stopped by for some Thanksgiving chocolate shaped like a turkey. I can't show up for Thanksgiving empty handed. The place has a register up front where they sell chocolate. Then there is a seating area and up back there is a bakery where they sell chocolate pastry, coffee and hot chocolate. I had heard so much about it. I tried the hot chocolate. 8.00 for about 12 ounces. It was super rich and had a heavy chocolate taste. Rather small for the price. I would return. I would like to take a closer look at the pastry. Remember to bring your wallet. read more

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This is a nice chocolatier. They have variety of chocolate items from hot chocolate, pastries ,coffee assorted chocolates, and more. They are pricey, but the quality is good. I love the white chocolate hot chocolate and had to get some to take home. They have some limited seating if you're lucky you can snag a seat. They have street parking. When you come the winter there may be a line. Do not be discouraged and be prepared because it's so cold out there! Hope you enjoy. read more

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The drinking chocolate, pastries, and chocolates are delightful. The decor is very cute - the fairy lights from the ceiling make it very cozy. Counter service for drinks and treats was quick and friendly. read more

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Food: as a socal resident, I am more familiar with see's candies franchise, and this was my first time experiencing LA burdick chocolates. I stopped by this place while visiting harvard, and to grab some souvenirs. Got small boxes of chocolates and couple bags of hot cocoa for my family and friends, but none of them were really... uh exceptional. Just tasted like regular chocolate that I can get from CVS or rite aid for much cheaper pricing, pretty disappointing, but at least the packaging looked classy and nice Price: very expensive, $30 for a bag of hot chocolate, other small boxes were at least $25, not worth this price tag in my opinion Ambiance: cozy and warm vibes with tables and seating area like a cafe, good place to come with friends in casual setting or for first time coffee/dessert dates Service: the cashier seemed nice and no issues with ordering Parking: located at the edge of the harvard square, I took uber here so not sure about the parking situation, it seemed like street parking was limited, did not see any big public parking structures around read more

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Let me start by saying I've easily spent thousands of dollars here over the years, both on personal and corporate gifts. The product is good though highly overpriced. But the reason I'm leaving this 1-star review today is that they do not take food safety and allergies seriously here. In the past, we've had an issue with the cross-contamination of a cake that was not supposed to contain nuts but thought it was a one-off event. However, this past Christmas we bought their miniature snowmen to give out as stocking stuffers. Nowhere were they labelled as containing hazelnuts, but they did/do. As a result, one member of my family had a very serious reaction. I wrote customer service a polite email asking them to label products more clearly and explaining why. No response at all, not even a simple acknowledgement that my note was received. My wife subsequently went in to speak to the manager of the Harvard Square store and felt she was brushed off by him. Ok, LA Burdick, I get it: You don't care about potentially life-threatening allergic reactions or clearly labeling your products. Good riddance--I'm no longer a customer. read more

So, I recently made it to L.A. Burdick Chocolates for the first time. I was really in the mood for some good hot chocolate, and this place popped up in my search. The vibe inside was super cozy perfect for the rainy day we had yesterday, and it was pretty packed, so I was grateful to snag a seat. Since it was my first time there, I was checking out the menu for something familiar, and I tried to order a croissant, but they were already sold out - to be expected, they're super popular! The dark hot chocolate caught my eye right away, so I went for that. I also asked the guy taking my order, Ben, what he'd recommend since the croissant wasn't an option. He asked me a few questions and gave me some suggestions based on what I said. I ended up getting the Dark Hot Chocolate and a Raspberry Tart. My order came out to my table pretty quickly, and Ben even gave me this little sign to put on my table when I went to the restroom so no one would take it. Honestly, the attention to detail and the service were great, and I really liked the atmosphere. I'm definitely planning on going back to try everything else on the menu at least once. read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Dark Hot Chocolate, Raspberry Tart - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Amazing bakery! Incredible hot chocolate and pastries! I love going here and the aesthetic inside is incredible!

A quaint cafe and chocolate store located in Harvard Square, a short walk from the Harvard campus. I loved the interior string lights and decor. They carry assorted chocolates, including their famous mouse-shaped chocolates. They're famous for their hot chocolates and they also carry assorted cakes, pastries, and baked goods. There was a huge wave of people when I visited on a Sunday afternoon and every table was full. I waited a few minutes in line and ordered a small Burdick Mocha with milk chocolate and oat milk. You can taste the rich chocolate and I really enjoyed it! I will mention that the items are more on the pricey side, but the treats are really worth trying! read more

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While shopping around Harvard Square, I wanted to stop by LA Burdick to see if I could find some gifts for Valentine's & also try their hot chocolate for the first time! I really enjoyed walking in their storefront & seeing the interior! It looked so nice with the string lights and the wau their organized their items. I ended up purchasing their dark chocolate set & lunar new year set. Packaging is super nice and make great gifts for any occasion! After you past the merchandise portion of the store, the cafe and seats are in the back of the store. I ordered a hot chocolate using milk chocolate and it was great for a cold day! I really enjoyed the base as it was sweet even though I probably will order it with dark chocolate next time as that's what I gravitate towards. Overall, a must visit if you're around the area! read more

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Purchased a Gift Order from Groupon for a package of 'Chocolate' Mice...to send to my friend's Kitty for his Kitty Birthday..!!! (My friends ended up Eating all of the Adorable Chocolate Mice...!!! Which was of course be expected...!) Chocolates were Excellent, Fresh and came packaged in an adorable small Wood Crate. They have a Large Selection of fine quality Chocolates on their Web Sites. The Quality of product is reflected in their price ($$$$)....but as a Special Gift, it is 100% worth it. Also... a Knock Out ..!!! After all... Who would not appreciate a box of Adorable Hand Crafted Baby Mice... Also have Chocolate Penguins... And More...!!! Total Yum...!!! read more

L.A. Burdick's has the best hot chocolate I've ever had‼ I finally was able to come here for a date with my boyfriend and we both enjoyed the chocolatey flavors of their drinks and raspberry chocolate cake I'd say the milk hot chocolate satisfied my sweet tooth thoroughly but if you like your drinks not too sweet, I recommend trying it with dark chocolate instead! I definitely will come back to try more of their drinks selection, especially their romantic ceramic pots of tea you can order to your table and more of their pasteries! L.A. Burdick is also currently selling a Lunar New Year chocolate box including flavors red bean, black sesame, gochujang, and their cutest signature chocolate mouse It's a sweet gift, if you're looking for something for your chocolate-lover this Valentine's Day! read more

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Quaint and cozy for a quick sip and stay, the crew here are prompt and polite as they handle every order and every customer. we enjoyed the vast variety they had to offer as well as the well known chocolate sculpted creations perfectly packages like something out of a Harry Potter fantasy. read more

L.A. Burdick does not have many seats, but it is a cute spot to enjoy rich hot chocolate alongside pastries when hanging out with others. You can order at the counter and the staff will bring your order to your table. I have ordered their signature milk hot chocolate, Mocha cake, and Chocolate Lemon cake. Their signature milk hot chocolate was slightly sweet and tasted rich. Both cakes tasted really good. The mocha cake was rich in chocolate with a hint of coffee without being too overpowering. It was moist, but the cream was a bit dense for me. The chocolate lemon cake was great. The lemon flavor was prominent in every bite without being overwhelming. The dark chocolate layer on top was solid but not too sweet, complementing the lemon flavor. I have also tried the Burdick cookie in the past which was delicious with a perfect ratio of chocolate and walnuts. I would come here again when I want to treat myself to some chocolate. read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Chocolate Lemon Cake, Signature Milk Hot Chocolate, and Mocha Cake - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

A very cute & cozy store. Brought the niece to grab a hot drink. Everything looked so decadent. Got the nieces some chocolates & cookies. Definitely a place to check out if you are in the area. read more

A "must visit" stop, we were told, so we made sure to pop in while strolling the Harvard area. We treated ourselves to a slice of cake from the case and some chocolate covered cashews (and a restroom break). Coffee also available. If you are looking a sweet and absolutely adorable thought-of-you-when-I-was-in-Boston gift, pick up some of tiny handcrafted chocolate mice. They come pre-boxed and festooned with ribbon. read more

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Lucas and Isha made me the most incredible hot chocolate of all time!! I will dream about it. What a fantastic cafe. Definitely worth a stop. I think Zuckerberg used to come here when he was at Harvard! read more

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honestly the best hot chocolate in town!! i went and tried the classic hot chocolate in a large and it was so good, though it was alot i'll definitely vouch for a smaller cup next time read more

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We had a bit of time to kill before our show at the A.R.T. so we stopped in L.A. Burdick. My friend picked up a few chocolate gift boxes from the front of the store and X had a iced hot chocolate. My friend also had an iced coffee + chocolate drink. Both of them enjoyed their drinks. I love that they have a bathroom here too, so you can enjoy your sweet beverages and also use the bathroom before leaving. We also had an Earl Grey Mousse dessert, which was delightful. A bit steep for the size of the pastry, but it was very well prepared. read more

L.A. Burdick's Hot Chocolate came highly recommended so we made sure to pick a cup on our way from Boston. We got the drinking milk chocolate and it was indulgent to say the least. Thick, creamy, luscious and VERY sweet. The first few sips felt like heaven but it quickly got too much for me. Maybe the dark chocolate would've been a better choice? I wonder. It's a must stop if you love yourself some molten drinking chocolate but be sure to share with a friend/partner because it CAN get too indulgent hehe. read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Hot Chocolate - Milk - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

This dark chocolate mocha was so decadent and warming. It's quite small (for the small) but each sip will cozy you right up with the molten goodness. Came to sit down and write a couple emails on my laptop and it was very pleasant. I also ordered two pastries to go for my brother and he seemed to love them as well. Drinks: 9/10 Service: 7/10 Vibes: 8/10 Value: 7/10 read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

OMG! I love this place!!! This is a nice place when it's chilly outside to enjoy a nice hot chocolate. It's not like your typical hot chocolate. It's nice, rich and thick just like the ones they serve in Europe! The desserts are yummy too!! read more

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Pricey but tasty -Near Harvard--Pricey but delicious chocolate shop--offering candy, pastries, coffee, hot chocolate, cookies. There are a few fruit pastries, like linzer torte, also. We loved the dark chocolate drinks and the chocolate pastries.There is a menu on the wall, as well as a glass pastry display counter where you can see the choices. The choices inside the glass display are made elsewhere, but the ones above the glass case are baked on-site. Service--counter service only. Order and pay at the counter and they can provide a dish or to-go box with your treat. Location- conveniently located near Harvard. Street parking available, but usually hard to find. Facility -Small shop, clean. Crowded and noisy in the evening, a few tables and benches inside. One single small restroom. They offer hand sanitizer in the front since it's a wait to get to the restroom to wash your hands. read more

Oh my goodness this place was packed. You can get delicious handmade chocolates here and also get stuff to drink and food to sit down and eat. I would have loved to look a little more closely at everything they had to offer but it was so crowded you just couldn't get around in there. Luckily they had some chocolate turkeys that I was able to buy near the entrance to take for Thanksgiving. And also lucky for me, my work sent me a box of chocolates as a gift! It was a small box but there was really a lot packed in there. All of the ones I tried so far have been really good. Definitely recommend this place for a unique gift but bring lots of money because it isn't cheap! read more

Delicious handmade chocolates. My college roommate sent me some as a gift, and they were amazing.

Our friend who travels a lot as a marathon photographer told us to come here for the best hot chocolate. Apparently, Boston is known for hot chocolate! I guess that makes sense cuz the winter (I'm from sunny LA). Before our tour of Harvard Square we stopped in for a cuppa and pastry and left with both plus, a box of fancy chocolate to take home! The hot chocolate is thick and the spice adds a nice kick to it! I'm glad I got the small though because it was sweet. Not overly sweet but just thick! I don't drink too much hot chocolate cuz of Sunny La but it was a tasty treat but a little goes a long way! The chocolate croissants were yummy as well. Both hit the spot in the chill Boston air. read more

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Go for the hot chocolate. Nothing is better during a Boston winter than their melted chocolate they call a drink

Went in for a hot chocolate and it was indeed just as dreamy as others have said--the perfect blend of chocolate to milk, and an amazing balance of temp and sweetness. I highly recommend the signature hot chocolate with milk chocolate. Chocolates themselves are way out of my price range, but the pastries and sweets in the displays were reasonable. Would definitely return just for another hot chocolate and maybe a pastry! Service was quick and the ambiance is very holiday-happy. read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - inside - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Honestly, I guess I can start by saying im not a huge chocolate person... but I can appreciate a good European or well made chocolate. and for me, I just don't get the hype of this place. Two of my friends got the hot chocolate, I tried both of them and neither of them finished it. I went with the caramel latte, which I believe was made in house... it was mediocre at best. I also didn't finish it. We also had the cookie and raspberry tart, honestly the tart... was very good. the cookie was good as well, but leaves nothing memorable in my head. Overall, it was a good experience but this isn't somewhere i'd come back to. read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - dark chocolate cocoa - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Amazing home made chocolate! Great friendly staff. Scrumptious chocolate bars n Bon bons. Stop in n enjoy the Best hot chocolate! On a cold day the hot chocolate is perfect!! Then buy some bon bons to take home to enjoy. Must must stop by if you are in Boston n if you love chocolate!! read more

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I am not normally the kind of dood for these kinds of joints. However, this joint was very good and seemed better quality than most of these types of joints which are usually just joints to serve the needs of lazy-ass people who couldn't be bothered to just make their coffee at home and make a simple breakfast. The building is hobbit-like and "cute" as it's basically a girlie-type joint with ribbons and bows around chocolates and boasts a rather unmacho decor. It's a Euro vibe. The joe was pricy at about seven quid per small cup of caramel latte. But it was made with care and served in a nice cup (unlike krappy-ass joints like Panera and similar God-awful joints). The joe was yumski and quite satisfying. You could make this at home, of course, but at least it was good quality here. The "korsauntz" (however you spell it) were very mental and you would be hard-pressed to make these flakey puppies at home without excessive fuss and effort. These were highly yumski and actually reasonably priced (unlike the coffee) at five quid each. The flakes fly off and around very much big time and should be consumed by licking them off the plate as to not waste any. Actually, well worth the money... The staff was wicked nice, and this joint would suit most any upscale individual. The clientele here is quite varied from youngers to old people. The chocolates were nice looking and homespun. My One purchased one of the chocolate mice for four quid or so. I would not head here for a special trip but if you're in the hood then peep it out by all means. HELPFUL HINT: Get here wicked early in the morning because it gets wicked mental as the day progresses (no bueno) and kills any type of ambience or chillaxing experience. NOTE: Only four stars here due to the high price of the joe. Also, they could hide the service area a bit so that the heinous "backstage" is hidden from sight. A simple folding-screen barrier could additionally mute the constant blasting of the krappuccino-machine noises, etc. Let's Go Euro! read more

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Love their hot (dark) chocolate and the iced version as well! The raspberry chocolate cake is delicious too. I haven't liked most of the other things I've tried there though, and they're quite expensive, so these are the only two things I get now read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Iced hot chocolate - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Everyone has their favorite list of to go to eats. For me, Boston eats doesn't really hit that many lists with the exception of this spot! This is my favorite to go to spot for hot chocolate! I came here once a few years ago when I used to lived here for school. The line to get inside was 45+ minutes back then. Let's say it was such a memorable experience that the wait was worth it. I heard it's still a long wait especially in their back bay location. I came back a few weeks ago while visiting city, I definitely needed to make a stop by at my favorite hot chocolate spot! We must've got lucky and missed the line as we got in pretty quickly. The milk hot chocolate is a must get! Now I feel most people are accustomed to having the impression of hot chocolate as the swiss miss hot chocolate powder packets, but best believe this hot chocolate at LA Burdick will make you broaden your horizons to what real good hot chocolate can be. Not to ramble too much on, but LA Burdick does specialize in chocolate itself and they do have an extensive collection of artisan chocolates amongst other lattes and pastries! TLDR; come here for the hot chocolate! read more

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates - Hot milk chocolate - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I love this place in person as they have the best tasting hot chocolate ever. I bought a hot chocolate pack to gift before leaving the east coast, and a few months later I realized it was expired in 2022. Please don't sell something that's expired from 3 years ago for such an expensive price. Check expiration before purchasing. read more