L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates

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Love this place, it reminds me of going into a Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory or like the chocolate stores in the Disney movies. It is especially cozy atmosphere especially during the winter. I got the dark chocolate hot chocolate - it was the first time I had a dark chocolate hot chocolate and it was decadent and rich, just the right amount of sweetness. It was 1000% times better than Starbucks hot chocolate. I think the best hot chocolate I had. I also got this passion fruit mousse cake which had some very pretty colors of yellow and pink, it was just the right amount of sweetness and tangy from the passion fruit. read more

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Lisa T.

3 years ago

It is one of the best chocolate shops around and you can't beat the hot chocolate . It's to die for if you are a chocolate lover. Wish there were more around. read more

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My 9 year old begged me to go here the other day and I am glad I did. There was no one there and we had our pick of tables. We had the iced tea and the half & half (iced tea/lemonade) for the first time and it was gooood! We had a croissant that was so light it was almost floating away. We had three luxemborgers (little macroons) - ginger, pistachio, and chocolate. We ended with a white chocolate mouse and a penguin (no, polar bears). read more

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Dale K.

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Stopped in here while visiting Boston 1.11.20. It's a nice little shop with very few indoor seats. I'm not a big fan of overpriced coffee or hot chocolate, but I did enjoy my beverage. $6 for a small cup of hot chocolate is not something that I would/will do on a regular basis, but every now and then, ok. The place was a little busy, but we did find a place to sit and enjoy our hot chocolates. I also had a raspberry tart; it was delicious as well. read more

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Kaori M.

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It was depressing being at home all day on a rainy Saturday, so we came here for some sweets. I had milk hot chocolate and earl grey moose cake. Hot chocolate was very rich and really good. This place offers traditional chocolate drink too. Moose cake was tasty, but expensive ($5.5). Seating is limited and competitive. Nice quality and expensive in a nutshell. read more

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Audrey K.

5 years ago

Best hot chocolate ever and really great desserts (love their chocolate chip cookie). Amazing in the winter! read more

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Shiloh H.

4 years ago

Oh my word. Best hot chocolate store so far in life. Tried the signature dark and milk. Both amazing. The variety of single original chocolate for hot chocolate is shocking. Nice staff too. Love the demitasse size. read more

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Mara H.

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4 years ago

Best hot chocolate I have ever had! Going to try it on my step Father a chocolate addict!

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Kathy Z.

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6 years ago

Value: $$$ Definitely on the expensive side. Think a small hot chocolate for $5 pricing - specialty, but not outrageous. Product Selection: lots of chocolates, biggest selection of hot chocolate powders I've ever seen. I make them at home by microwaving oat/almond milk and mixing them in, and they taste great. Cafe: The store has a vegan rustic apple tart that I'm addicted to. Their hot chocolates are rich, fragrant, complex in flavor, and can be made vegan. COVID: outdoor seating is fenced off and quiet - highly recommend coming for a drink and a pastry over a book! read more

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Jennifer D.

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The cure for the mid-winter blues. Their selection of hot chocolates are expansive with even single origin chocolate beans! I opted for the spicy hot chocolate and my friend tried the regular with extra whipped cream. Aesthetically, the regular hot chocolate wins and is tasty, made of chocolate shavings. The spicy had a cool color (orange flecks mixed with the chocolate) and texture (slightly gritty), but it honestly didn't taste that spicy. There was a slight hint of flavor but really no kick. For the price, I was a bit disappointed in the size, but you can't deny the quality. It's a small shop and fills up fast on the weekends! Make sure to scope out an available spot even as you wait in line to order! read more

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Pam C.

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LA Burdick hot chocolate definitely hits the spot when it's freezing and snowing outside. The hot chocolate is less of a drink and more of a liquid, hot, chocolate. The milk chocolate comes steaming and creaming, and practically scalds the back of your throat with its high sugar content. Definitely order a smaller size if you don't have much of a sweet tooth, because it's probably the densest hot chocolate you'll ever have. They have a good selection of other chocolate and coffee based drinks, and most of them are pretty good. Their pastry selection is pretty good as well - they're generally delicious but sometimes can be hit or miss depending on the day and when you get there. I've ordered macarons here too - pretty good for the price ($2 each, $30 for a nice box of 15). They have 6 different flavours - hazelnut and pistachio are my favourites by a long run, and I don't really care for their coffee or cinnamon flavours but to each their own. They only come in a box if you buy the set of 15, otherwise they come wrapped in 2's. They have chocolates in a separate booth in the back. Great little cafe setting as well, but can get quite crowded and busy - it's not uncommon to see a small line forming outside on cold days. read more

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The hot chocolate was to die for! However the seating logistics are terrible. There are not enough seats to sit down and certain patrons are pretty inconsiderate. Some of the patrons watched YouTube videos while 5 people stand -- waiting to get seats. The establishment should seat patrons in order to control the nonsense. Being a New Yorker I won't come back again for failed Queueing theory ... Maybe I will revisit when they get their act together and put in more seats... read more

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Michelle B.

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Despite the fact that the hot chocolate was actually molten lava masquerading as a beverage (safe to say I should have waited 12-14 minutes for it to cool down) I am a big fan of this place. Once it was no longer devastating to try to drink, and my mouth regained feeling, the Signature Burdick Dark Hot Chocolate was delicious! I really appreciate the cozy feeling of the place too. Only thing that would be better is if there were a few more seats for people to hang out in. Overall great spot on a cold, rainy day! read more

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Jen G.

3 years ago

Delicious, decadent great service! Very busy, but moves quickly! Highly recommend a visit if you're in the neighborhood!

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If you're looking for a different hot chocolate experience, LA Burdick is the way to go. It's immensely rich, slightly thick, and deeply chocolate-y. I think that's why they serve it in smaller cups; it can feel like a lot to handle in just a few sips. I tried the dark hot chocolate and my friend raves about their iced (hot) chocolate which she got as a mocha this time around. We also tried their passionfruit mousse dessert which was a wonderful blend of light chocolate sponge cake, fruity raspberry and passionfruit cream, and dense chocolate ganache. read more

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Emily J.

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I stopped in because the sign outside was so cute and friendly, but I was not disappointed. I felt as though I had stumbled upon a gem of a place. The cafe was so full of delicious chocolates and decadent desserts, I felt right at home. This time around I just had a rose white tea but next time I come by I'll be sure to try the hot chocolate. The one star off comes from subpar service, the employees were pretty curt today. read more

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Kat Y.

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Came here for a warm beverage with a group of 7 - the seating is mostly designed for 2-4 but we were able to snag tables together. Most of us got the hot chocolate (Madagascar), with a couple getting dark chocolate mochas and one getting a latte. I always enjoy the hot chocolate but don't get it very often because of the price (at home I have a bag of the melting chocolate which I highly recommend). The Madagascar was rich, smooth, and the $7 large was so decadent that even after others trying some I ended up asking for a to-go cup to save the rest (the chocolate is so rich that it solidified in the cup after we walked outside for a while!). The staff were friendly when serving us and giving me the to-go cup. We had to be a bit cautious when drinking as the bench we were sitting on was rather wobbly. My friends who got dark chocolate mochas both said they wish they'd gotten a hot chocolate - I tried some and we all agreed that the espresso flavor dominated the drink. Another in our group found her latte not very tasty (she said the coffee itself was not very good), but they could not replace or do anything when she talked to staff. Overall I highly recommend the hot chocolate, both the in-store cups and the bags of mixing chocolate you can get to recreate it at home! read more

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Diane H.

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It may just be me..but none of my friends liked what they ordered. Three of us got the milk hot chocolate, thank god i settled for a small which is really a medium though it's so small because they call their "small" a "demi". It is literally chocolate melted...and made warm. YUCK. I guess I like dunkin's style of hot coco and not this type. My other friend who got a caramel latte didn't like it either..i thought hers wasn't strong enough. And it's always crowded...so there's a line and you can never find a seat. If you do...YOU ARE LUCKY~! NOT worth 3 bucks. my macaroon was really good! but then again, i never had one before. but it's not really worth a dollar since it's like the size of a quarter. not really an option for the cup to sit down and relax as there are no seats so it was automatically a TO-GO hot coco. and my friend's mocha cake i think it was...ehhh just not my cup of hot chocolate. read more

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Jennifer K.

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Dark Chocolate.. One of my favourite treats. Dark Hot Chocolate.. liquid dessert.. Especially here at LA Burdick Chocolate.. so rich... so intense and tasty. When we arrived at LA Burdick Chocolate on a late Sunday afternoon, surprisingly there were a few empty tables, so we decided to stay in. Venezuela Single Source Hot Chocolate - 72% Coco ($5) and A LA Burdick Dark Hot Chocolate ($4), both were really good. Especially if you are a sweet and chocolate lover. And of course flavonoids in dark chocolate have shown to help in one's cholesterol levels and full of antioxidants too...My excuse of eating more dark chocolate! The interior deco does have this "bistro" vibe, loves the mirrors, the rustic flooring and the chandeliers. Services though is really lacking...No staffs wiping down the stick tables...Our drinks took forever to arrive... A little on the pricey side.. but LA Burdick's hot chocolate is good for an occasion treats... read more

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Michelle L.

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After visiting Harvard and Radcliffe Yard, my local guide took me to this cute, quaint chocolate shop for a mid-afternoon snack. I decided on a slice of chocolate-lemon cake, with a checkered cocoa design adorning the top. The cake was as expected, intensely rich and simultaneously refreshing with the bright citrus flavor -- and plenty for two to share despite the seemingly small portion ($4). Alas, I wish I had had time to try the hot (or frozen) chocolate beverages, which sound just as delicious -- definitely more of a treat. Didn't purchase any chocolates from this shop to take home, but I did stop at the newest Burdick's retail location in Back Bay (Clarendon) on my last morning in town to scoop up some single-source and Burdick blend chocolate bars, samplers of ganache-filled chocolate mice, chocolate penguins, and chocolate cigars before I headed to the airport. Penguins = lemon ganache, dark chocolate, and almonds Mice = milk, white, or dark chocolate ganache infused with espresso, cinnamon, or orange juice flavors, respectively Wasn't busy as it was the last day of finals and students were moving out, so didn't have trouble seating 3 of us at a small table to enjoy the cake dine-in. 'Twas a great "merienda" before more food at Quincy Market and Little Italy! read more

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Chris R.

8 years ago

Best hot chocolate I've ever tasted. Tried the milk chocolate but will order the dark chocolate next time (on the strong advise of their employees). Never been to a chocolatier in Europe? Visit L.A. Burdick's! read more

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First C.

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6 years ago

I have walked past this adorable chocolate shop countless times, and I always thought it would be the perfect place to study. The atmosphere is warm, quaint, annnnnd it turns out there is no wifi. That's not the end of the world, but here are a couple of bone(s) (char) of contention: Question: why would a fancy chocolatier use white sugar..? Vegans: there is one "vegan-friendly" dessert, and it includes white (hello bone char bleach process) sugar. There is nothing "friendly" to vegans or vegetarians when cow bones are in the ingredients. That's like calling osso bucco "vegan-friendly." Just no. And I understand that a lot of society finds the Albert Schweitzers amongst us tedious and annoying (jesus, vegans and their irritating practice of rejecting the torture and killing of innocent creatures who don't represent themselves via human language-ugh-pass me the ribcage slathered in bbq sauce, thanks), but why, in 2020 and in Harvard Square, is there not one vegan or vegetarian dessert..? Bone char#2: the prices are very steep. the chocolate bonbon (the one vegan one they sold) was really good, but fair warning: if you get a chocolate drink, it is verrrrrrrry easy to get chocolated out and then want to die. That is not the chocolate shop's fault--that was our ignorance. But if you are tempted by the mere $1 increase from a small to large hot chocolate, just know that wondering if the amount of rich chocolate you just consumed should be forcibly egested is included in that shift from $6 small to $7 large. Both my partner and I left very nauseated from the richness of a chocolate drink (I got a hot dark chocolate, and he ordered the espresso dark chocolate drink, and we had one chocolate bonbon). And we are both chocolate lovers. Bone char#3, the return: Even if white sugar must be used (questionable choice for a fine eatery), even common bone char companies one would never suspect, like Domino Sugar, have some manufacturing plants that don't use animals/bone char in their manufacturing process. For example, the granulated (white or powdered) sugar made at their Yonkers, NY; Baltimore, MD; and South Bay, FL plants is vegan. It isn't that difficult or costly to get vegan sugar if a company does minimal research (or cares at all). As vegetarians and vegans know, "vegan-friendly" is a tragically hilarious designation that means "not vegan", or "vegan-hostile." Just like the cliché that one cannot be "a little pregnant" (and I mean actual pregnancy, not the massive burrito consumed kind of pregnancy), it is impossible to be "vegan-friendly" (an absolutist position) and not be 100% vegan (a relative position). Yummy bonbon, though read more

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Vi N.

4 years ago

Lovely and really attentive service and good coffee & hot chocolate! I also love the cookies. The staff here are great to interact with and talk to, even as they are busy baking cookies and making coffee orders. read more

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Kelsey G.

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Whenever I have to buy a gift for anyone who I remotely care about, want to impress, needs a pick me up, want to bring joy to- I buy Burdick's chocolate. The quality is unmatched and it really isn't too pricey for the beautiful bows and boxes and delicious chocolate. Perfect for going home for thanksgiving or a Valentine's Day gift for yourself. I buy the chocolate mice in the cute gift boxes for thank you gifts quite often. Not too pricey, but very beautiful and delicious! The pastries are good, not amazing, but good. The hot chocolate is incredible and super super rich. You should get a size smaller than you think, it's so rich you can't drink it all The iced chocolate is a wonderful surprise in the summer. How could you not love Burdick's?! read more

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Chris B.

4 years ago

I ordered a chocolate chip cookie and hot chocolate and have a severe life threatening nut allergy. I told the guy taking my order I have this severe allergy. He seemed unconcerned and somewhat rude about it in the way he said there are no nuts in the cookies. I asked again are you 100% sure and he said yes. There WERE in fact nuts throughout the cookie and thankfully my girlfriend noticed them. They were negligent and rude about a life threatening allergy and I could have ended up in the hospital or died. read more

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Judi C.

4 years ago

Love this place. Found it when I was in the Boston area visiting my daughter. She was busy so I did a bit of sight seeing which took me into Cambridge/Harvard University. Their chocolate is divine! I love that they have a website so even if I am no where near their store I can still get my chocolate on! read more

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M R.

4 years ago

My favorite hot chocolate ever is Burdick's milk hot chocolate! I will buy at least a 1lb. bag when weather starts getting cold. The chocolate bars have many flavor options, and I always get the fruit forward ones. Cafe is cozy to sit in and have hot beverage and pastry if you can snag a table. read more

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Francisco G.

5 years ago

This is my go-to place for getting gifts that impress. The chocolate boxes are high-quality, beautiful, and perfect for any occasion. I like going out here for their drinks and pastries when I'm walking around the area. The hot chocolate is delicious and rich and the pastries are very well-made. read more

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Rene' Y.

8 years ago

First time here today. Intimate atmosphere, I ordered a dark hot chocolate with a slice of Kirsh cherry cake. There are a large assortment of pastries and beverage to chose from. Delicious!! Also took home some chocolates to my significant other and was told the chocolates were tasty. Overall the food was delicious and scrumptious. What a treat! read more

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Joyce W.

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You gotta aggressively hover if you want to snag a table. Seating is super limited, so unless you're ready to be "that guy/girl" that creepily hangs around, hoping for someone to leave - you best get your drinks to-go! My friend and I super luckily grabbed a table. An amazing feat given how PACKED this place gets on a wintry cold Saturday afternoon. We indulged in hot chocolate and loveddddd it! I got the Spicy Hot Chocolate and my friend got the seasonal Peppermint Milk Hot Chocolate. Even though the Spicy Hot Chocolate sounds super bold with its dark chocolate base - it was actually really smooth and mellow. The dark chocolate wasn't bitter at all, and gave the drink a slightly-sweetened taste. Paired with the peppery kick at the end too! I'm a fan! My friend was super satisfied with his Peppermint Milk Hot Chocolate too! Overall - an awesome place to take a sweet little break! read more

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Janine T.

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Expensive, but worth it. The chocolate boxes make nice gifts. I tried a hot chocolate--the Burdick mocha. It was SO thick and rich, and I needed a sip of water between ever sip of that drink. I definitely tasted both the hot chocolate and the expresso, and I loved it! read more

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Morgan C.

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I really do love coming to LA Burdick, either at this location in Harvard Square, or the one in Downtown Boston. It is conveniently located steps away from the American Repertory Theatre, so a frozen hot chocolate makes the perfect pre or post show treat! This is a charming and Instagram-friendly little shop that specializes in handcrafted chocolates, unique pastries, and several chocolate and tea beverages. While their hot chocolate is the signature treat, be sure to check out my "Certified Morganic" pick, which is the "iced" hot chocolate. Served cold, it is more like an elevated milkshake than hot cocoa. Be sure to ask for extra fresh whipped cream! It makes all the difference. The hot chocolate and the desserts are on the pricy side, so be forewarned. Even though they are small, the cakes are usually pretty rich, so get one and share with a friend! The pastries here are so-so, but I do enjoy the Coconut Lime Cake. It can be a bit cloying to order a chocolate dessert AND a chocolate drink, but the fruity flavors of the Coconut Lime Cake are refreshing, and cut through the richness of the chocolate with the smooth lime infused buttercream and crunch from the toasted coconut exterior. Not in the mood for a pastry? Try their famous Chocolate Mice, which are almost too cute to eat! Almost being the operative word here. Everything is fanciful and fun, and it can be easy to feel like you're in a children's book, with the pink decor and chandeliers. Next time you're in Harvard Square and want to feel like you're at the magical Mad Tea Party, check out LA Burdick! read more

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TLDR - Worth the calories. So delicious. This location is pretty small, but, oh my god, they have some of the best hot chocolate I've ever had. It is so gosh darn smooth, creamy, and delicious. My boyfriend got me bag of LA Burdick for my birthday since I loved it so much - it's super easy to make at home, and just as delicious. Just avoid reading the calorie content on the back of the bag so you don't feel too too guilty. read more

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Blaine N.

6 years ago

I got some chocolates to give as a Christmas gift this year and it was a hit! I like the chocolates that come in a wooden box because the box can be used after. The mouse and penguin chocolates are really cute too. read more

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Minus 1 star for the waiter, who took the placard containing the shop's name and then smirked at me while I was trying to take a picture to upload onto Yelp (just kidding) I walked into this shop with my sister, and didn't really have many expectations. I was in the area looking for souvenirs to buy, and we took a look into this shop since it had high Yelp reviews. This place definitely is not joking around with its chocolate desserts! We ordered a passion fruit mousse cake to share, and my sister ordered a mocha as well. The passion fruit mousse cake was absolutely delicious - I love chocolate desserts that manage to balance the bitterness and sweetness. Picked up two chocolate bars as gifts (one was $9.50, other was $13) - cute shop with some fancy and delicious chocolates! read more

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Great place for chocolate lover!!@! Spicy Dark hot chocolate was delicious! Burdick was not too sweet and yummy. Coconut cake was sweet and tasty. Little chocolates are $3.50 but yummy. Small seating area, so depending on the timing. You may need to wait or take them to go. read more

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52 Brattle St
Cambridge, MA 02138
Harvard Square
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(617) 491-4340
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http://www.burdickchocolate.com

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Hours

What time does L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates open?

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates close?

L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates take credit cards?

Yes, L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates have catering options?

No, L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates does not have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates allow dogs?

Yes, L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates have bike parking?

Yes, L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates has bike parking.

Does L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates have parking?

Yes, L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates have free WiFi?

No, L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Fine, artisan chocolate, pastry and coffee drinks. Burdick's European-inspired chocolates are made from the freshest ingredients with no artificial coloring and no preservatives. Each bonbon is hand-cut or shaped, hand-garnished, hand-finished, and hand-packed.

History

Established in 1987.

The company has changed, but our methods and values have not. We still import only the best couvertures from Switzerland, France and Venezuela, made with cocoa beans sourced primarily from South and Central America and the Caribbean. Confections are made in small batches and, eschewing molds, we cut and shape our bonbons by hand. Complementing flavors and ingredients come directly from their sources, never from extracts, concentrates or artificial flavorings.

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I go here all the time! Recently they had an anniversary party and they gave out tons of delicious…read morefree foods!! They are so nice and they give you awesome service! It's peaceful and spacious with tons of choices to choose from!! Once my friend was 1 short and they waved it off and told her to enjoy!! They are so nice and they deserve tons of recognition!!

A coolest place to get candy; most of the chocolates are made locally in towns in the Eastern…read moreMassachusetts area. The store itself is crowded with stuff to buy; but brings insurmountable joy to anyone who goes in. I always leave with some chocolate-covered raisins or a box of chocolate creams.

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Fastachi

The best chocolates in New England! I weaned my wife from her (previous) favorite imported Belgian…read morechocolate by treating her to Fastachi.

I love Fastachi products. However, I have had consistent problems ordering online. The only way I…read morehave been able to access orders has been to reach a person with a callback by phone. Now they have canceled that option ...no phone calls accepted/returned new policy! I made 5-6 efforts yesterday to place an order and the computer program just will not accept the information and keeps stating that I need "To follow the format,..." which I thought I was doing. I wrote to their website/email and no response. I would just forget Fastachi totally at this point, never attempt to order again, however I had discussed some options with a client who chose to receive treats from them. I don't understand why I cannot simply order online and have it go through. It has never been a possibility for me over perhaps five years trying yo order online. Never had such a problem with other vendors! They even identify on the website the l item I want, which is a variety of chocolate bark as requested by my client. But, when I double click on it, I get all the chocolate treats and I cannot find the bark. I'm very very disappointed and not sure how I will handle this. Such inconvenience and lack of customer support. They apparently have expanded their services to other stores and have what looks like a large corporate clientele. I cannot understand why they no longer accept phone calls when their system to place orders just does not work! I would love help with this particularly for this one situation and then I wouldn't bother them again and not purchase their wonderful treats as gifts. To me this seems like a very poor resolution of a problem that should not exist in 2025 with current communication possibilities via computers. I'm very upset and disappointed. Marcia Tritter

Our signature mix- fastachi cranberry nut mix

Fastachi hot & sour wasabi mix

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Tick Tock Chocolates

4.6

(7 reviews)

2.8 mi

Tick Tock Chocolates is one of my favorite little shops in Belmont…read more Whenever I need a gift for a host, a birthday, a "thank you", or a friend who's letting me stay at their house, this is one of the first places I think of. My default is usually the 9-piece box. If I really like you, you get the 9-piece box (lollll). Walking up to the display case can be dangerous; it's so hard for me to choose flavors because I really just want to try them all. There are rows of beautiful handmade chocolates in every color imaginable, and the flavors are so much fun: Vietnamese coffee, cookie butter (Biscoff), passionfruit, strawberry matcha, lavender, macadamia praline, local honey, salted caramel, and so many more. They also make seasonal treats. Around Easter, there are gorgeous big chocolate eggs that you crack open to reveal candy inside (I was SO close to buying one for myself ), along with adorable little chocolate bunnies. The chocolates are almost too pretty to eat. (I said "almost", mind you.) You admire them for a little while, and then somehow they mysteriously disappear into your mouth. NOMZ! My personal favorites are the Vietnamese coffee (of course) and the cookie butter, while some of my friends swear by the passionfruit and the fruitier flavors. I don't think I've had a bad one yet. But here's one thing that has always stuck with me, it's something that happened when I was in the shop one afternoon. A family was sampling quite a few chocolates, and I remember feeling a little bad for the owner because they were so patient and generous with everyone. I ended up making sure I bought a box to bring to friends that day, not because anyone pressured me or anything, but...don't you just wanna support a small business run by genuinely kind people? I haven't found a chocolate-loving friend who wasn't thrilled to receive a box from Tick Tock. (One of my friends are the 9-piece box in a weekend. I can't blame them, but...) Belmont is lucky to have Tick Tock Chocolates, and I hope they're around for a very long time.

At $4.50 per piece, it's way over priced. Quality was good…read morebut I don't feel like it was worth it

The chocolate showcase 3

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Momma’s Grocery & Wine

4.8

(30 reviews)

1.5 mi

Best soft serve / maple creemee around!! Dare I say their…read moremaple creemee is better than ones we've had in Vermont Love stopping by on summer afternoons or evenings! The window solely for soft serve helps keep the line moving without disrupting shoppers inside for groceries.

Went here a couple of weeks ago and the cashier was extremely slow. We waited 15 minutes in line…read moreonly for him to say they may have ran out of ice cream as we got to the front of it but they should have more soon. When it was our turn he just walked off and started messing with the machine. Then another lady came out and the two of them were working on the machine for another 10 minutes. No one said anything to all of us waiting, they just had a line of people standing there without addressing anyone. When someone finally asked if they had any left and the lady said no not until tomorrow. Just really awful customer service and a poor way to run things.

Maple ice cream, maple sprinkles

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Somerville Chocolate

4.5

(8 reviews)

1.0 mi

I've now had bean to bar chocolate from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska to Somerville, Mass, and…read moreSomerville Chocolate is right up there with the best of chocolatiers. I've tried three of their bars. The single origin bars (Cruncho and Q'ori Warmi) were distinctive and smooth with a beautiful mouth melt, even with a high chocolate content. Their Smoked Chocolate was experimental and fun. Somerville makes chocolate speak!

Somerville Chocolate makes delicious chocolate that is made with quality ingredients. The staff are…read moreknowledgeable and can help you select a bar. I like that they offer samples so you know what you are buying. I purchased the Q'Ori Warmi 80% dark chocolate. I absolutely loved it!

Entering Somerville from Cambridge.

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gâté comme des filles

4.4

(25 reviews)

1.3 mi

I was so sad they didn't have mousse au chocolat noir en cornet cacao, but we tried the cookie and…read moremoelleux au chocolat avec glace au miel salé (chocolate lava cake with ice cream) I love that it wasn't too sweet, something I have a hard time finding at dessert places. The chocolate lava cake takes around 15 min to make. The size is similar to the lava cakes you see at somewhere like chilis. I honestly thought it was pretty similar to a cake at chilis besides it being less sweet. The ice cream we chose was salted honey (I think, can't remember exactly besides it being salty). The ice cream paired very well with the cake, but it came in such a tiny cup. It was the size of the cups you get at the dentist to rinse. Actually, it might be even smaller than that. The cookie was a standard chocolate chip cookie. Nothing to run to, so I don't think it was worth the $6. Just warm up a Market Basket cookie and you'd have the same effect. Honestly, this place was good, but not worth the price. However, I didn't get to try the mousse so maybe that's worth it

Very cute shop for treats to pamper with. The chocolate mousse is dense and rich. The chocolates…read moreare even better! I know pricing might be a complaint, but it's good to keep in mind that growing, harvesting, and making chocolate itself is a resource demanding process and would be reflected in quality.

Peanut butter & fluff mixed into dark chocolate mousse in waffle

Lava cake

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Molten cake with a mini scoop of the honey ice cream

Wantea

4.8

(15 reviews)

1.0 mi

Amazing choices! I love it and the matcha mochi flavor. It's so easy to order and the people are…read morekind. If you have questions or order issues, they're right there to help. This store isn't exactly a sit in spot, but it's in the Porter Plaza area so you have places to sit. I love it :)))

I ordered on uber eats and got a mango sago drink with a side of 2 Taiwanese sausages. It's really…read moreinteresting to pair boba with sausages, but these sausages were actually really good! They had a crispy skin and was kinda juicy.

( M ) Mochi Oreo Chestnut Delight M

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Tilde

4.4

(23 reviews)

1.6 mi

Couldn't be a sweeter nook: community art, vinyl, knit night, live music, and the down to earth…read moreexcellence in service Cambridge is known for. The pride and care shines in the food and the faces.

Stumbled upon here looking for a quick cup of coffee, and wish I had stayed longer! A coffee and a…read morewine bar with a cozy neighborhood feel. While I ordered a usual caramel latte, this one tasted better than most I've gotten before at other places. The coffee itself was super smooth and a good balance of sweetness without being overbearing. My husband ordered a flat white and had a similar response. Not sure what coffee beans they use but it's great! While I didn't get any food, the menu looked quite appetizing and I'd definitely come back to try something on it. They also seem to have games for people to sit and play and host a trivia night, all further emphasizing the neighborhood gem feel.

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Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe

Cashier helped me because there was a lot of dark chocolate but not too many milk chocolate…read moreoptions. I got the Milkboy and was not disappointed with the smoothe texture.

Horrible deli sandwiches unless you are on a diet. My sandwich consisted of 3 thin slices of…read moresalami. When I asked for more salami slices I was told no. Don't waste your money at the deli counter until they can make true deli sandwiches. What a disappointment! Next time I'm in Harvard Square, I'll go elsewhere.

Swiss Chocolate

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BerryLine

3rd time here btw…read more 1st: This was amazing. Perfect flavor, not too sweet, not too tart. Got honey lavender. The mochi stayed soft even with the cold which is a problem a lot of the time. And the mochi was not too sweet either. Very refreshing. Will be back. 2nd: Came back and got the lychee froyo. And more toppings and mango mochi. Did not disappoint this was so good I have to come back yet again. 3rd: Came back encore and got blueberry lemon and original with mochi, watermelon mochi, and strawberries. This was so good and tart I loved it. The mochi hits everytime and the texture doesn't get hard like how. Anyways so good Usually the line is out the door but it moves pretty fast. There are no places to eat outside but lots of sitting area outside/ people will sit on the curb. Cute vibes

What a charming college froyo staple!…read more Line was out the door on a Saturday afternoon, but it moved fast. there was plenty of streetside parking! Inside space is cozy and has a hustle to try decongest the line, but they generously offered samples. Fresh mochi being made on the spot, with ube mochi up next. I tried the espresso and the original flavors, both excellent in their own right. Not overly sweet, perfectly creamy, and paired with some of the best mochi I've had. Will def be back to try the ube mochi and other ice cream flavors

Micro cup of egg nog froyo

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Cookie Dough!

New City Microcreamery

Best ice cream in the world it has ruined ice cream for me anywhere for me. Also the staff is very…read morekind and the place is cute and clean.

Tried this immediately after my second visit to Toscanini's a block down the street, just to…read morecompare the two. And guess what, they're about neck and neck. Main difference is in the unique flavors that each one offers, and Toscanini's is a bit softer with a more gelato-type texture, while New City is a little bit more of a traditional hard pack ice cream (albeit not as super dense/rich, hard and dry mouth-feel as the best "super premium" style ice creams which seem to be almost extinct these days, sadly). Both are quite overpriced, I'd say at least $7-8 per person if you don't want the super small kiddie portion size. Both have good service. New City does have a cozier, friendlier vibe and while it's smaller inside than Toscanini's, you can more comfortably just chill there chatting with your friends on a hot summer day (both places have nice AC) if you felt like it. Not sure I'd be in any particular hurry to revisit either of them, but hey that's just me.

1 NEWtella Roch (SNG)

K Key Lime Pie (GES)

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Flour Bakery + Cafe

We were here for MIT reunion and Flour was so great we visited twice. It is a busy cafe with…read morepastries and sandwiches, perfect for breakfast or lunch. It is very comfortable although getting a table may be a challenge. First trip I had the chicken parmigiana sandwich. The chicken and sauce were nice, but i really loved the bread. My wife had the avocado toast and thought it was excellent. On second trip, I had the breakfast sandwich with sausage, the raspberry meringue cloud, and a chai latte (sweetened with whole milk). Everything was wonderful. The chai latte had a rich flavor and then the sandwich was absolutely delicious. The raspberry meringue was a pleasant surprise, it is large but the meringue was perfect. My wife has a slice of Boston cream pi and really enjoyed that. Definitely worth a visit!

I want to love this place,…read more The initial experience with the cashier is touch and go depending on who you get The vibe is solid once people start to fill in the space The pastries are redeeming, I'd recommend most items on the menu with a nitro cold nitro cold brew The follow up from the expo team is mid at best which makes coming back a tough sell. . If you want great service, look elsewhere for now, respectfully

Sandwich counter. When your order is ready, they will call your name.

Scone

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Sticky Sticky Bun and French Toast

SOFRA Bakery & Cafe

Literally the best lamb shawarma I've EVER had hands down…read moreThe staff are super friendly and helpful The store is clean and beautiful :)

This is a cute small spot with great food, coffee/tea, and baked goods. The staff is patient when…read moreyou can't make up your mind. The portion sizes are a bit tricky; some dishes are the perfect size, while others leave you with enough room to order something else--though the food is definitely packed with flavor. And of course, if you do have that little bit of extra room, try one of their baked goods. It's worth a visit; keep in mind that finding a seat won't be easy.

Zucchini feta galette ($6)

Part of the menu

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Sofra pastries

Iggy's Bread

Ham and butter baguette was $11.24. Tasted amazingly fresh…read more Home made French bread/ficelle with freshly sliced ham and French butter. Service was quick as they have several staff helping and the line moves quickly. Ambiance is your favorite bakery where everything is displayed behind glass. Even the hand made croissant in process is shown behind a glass window how it's made.

While my kid was getting her hair cut in town, I stayed back at her apartment to wrap up a few…read moreloose ends. That just gave me some free time and see what Iggy's was all about. It's in industrial part of town, but as soon as you start getting close, that smell of fresh dough baking hits you. You don't even need a map at that point- just follow your nose. Walk inside and you'll see shelves behind the counter stacked with all kinds of loaves. Just let whoever is helping you up front which one(s) you'd like either whole or sliced. I ended up picking up two of their pull-apart brioche mini buns, a Valrhona chocolate chunk cookie, and a couple of thumbprint-style cookies- one raspberry and one nectarine. Do note- the cookie I got is made like into this hockey puck style cookie. It was buttery which I liked- but it's crumbly and falls apart- so did the thumb print type pastries. Everything looked fresh and the service was friendly. Definitely worth making the stop. Oh- and they also have these independent soft drinks and juices in the glass fridge.

Food: Crescent Pecan Pastry

Entry

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Althea

4.0

(38 reviews)

1.4 mi

Food was terrific. We all loved the Brussels Sprouts small plate to share. Two chose the Baked Cod…read moreover gnocchi that was delicious. The Salmon plate is always a winner. Perfectly cooked medium rare as ordered and the gnocchi bolognese was good as always. Cocktails for some and wine for others (except our designated driver) hit the spot. Too full from dinner so we passed on dessert. Service was perfect and the ambiance allowed for cheerful conversation. It helps when everyone is enjoying the wonderful food and relaxed atmosphere.

This had a very cute patio, but candidly the food was not excellent and the portions were small for…read morethe price. My favorite dish was the broccolini with whipped ricotta and parmasian, but we got 4 stalks for two for sharing. It was very good but small. The grilled watermelon with pork belly was actually revolting, but I was hungry. The pork belly was tough and oversmoked and the watermelon was simply weird. The fish dish we ordered was nice but nothing exceptional. I would come back here for drinks but not the food. The ambiance was nice and the cocktails were good. The food was really, really meh. Candidly, I was very disappointed.

The view walking inside from the patio.

Spicy Crab Spaghetti

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Bagelsaurus

I visited Bagelsaurus after it was recommended as one of the best places for bagels in the Boston…read morearea. A few weeks ago, I stopped by and picked up a couple of bagels to try. The blueberry bagel I had that day was absolutely superb, probably the best blueberry bagel I've ever had in Boston. A few days later, I craved that same blueberry bagel and made the trip back, which is a considerable drive for me. Upon arrival, I was told that blueberry bagels are not offered every day and are only available on Thursdays. I returned the following Thursday, but the experience was very different. I got blueberry, poppy, and a few other bagels to take home. Unfortunately, all of them were absolutely disappointing. They tasted extremely off and very different from the blueberry bagel I had previously. At home, my family ate about half of what we purchased, but none of us had any desire to finish the rest. Overall, the experience was unpleasant, and the bagels were not enjoyable at all. The blueberry bagel from my first visit looked and tasted amazing and was completely different in quality from what I received on my second visit. On top of that, the person behind the counter seemed careless with hygiene, touching the screen, bagels, and other surfaces without any apparent attention to cleanliness. It felt like a completely different place compared to my first visit just a couple of weeks earlier. Overall, I'm extremely disappointed.

I've always heard great things about this place, but one of my friends (who's from NY) said this…read morewas the worst bagel she's ever had. Having now lived in NYC myself, I had to try it out. Of course there's always a line but it moved pretty quickly, and we were even able to snag a table at the last second. To be fair, the bagel was good, if you go in with the mindset of not comparing to a NY bagel. Bagelsaurus has more crispy bagels, and it's pretty thin, while NY bagels and thick and chewy. With that in mind, if you want to compare to NY, you're not going to like this. But if you just want a bagel or breakfast sandwich, it's pretty good! I personally liked the texture for what it is, and they have good variety of bagels and sandwich options.