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Such a cute spot! I came with a friend on a snowy Saturday afternoon and it was packed inside. The inside of the store is deep, and there was a line that started at the door. You can purchase chocolates at the front but you get sipping chocolate and pastries at the back. It seems they're most known for their sipping chocolate. My friend got the milk and I got dark. The dark sipping chocolate really let the fruitiness come through, so every sip was enjoyable down to the bottom. A small sipping chocolate was roughly $6.50. read more

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T P.

1 year ago

The Butduck experience speaks for itself in quality and magic and does not need my review. I have been going to Butdicks for over 25 years and till this day the best hot chocolate and chocolate mice in Boston! It is a tradition fit a cup of hot chocolate and mice particularly during the Head of the Charles Regatta event and a retreat at the Society of St. John Evangelist Monastery in Cambridge. I even escaped HBS class to get a "Cupper" when I was having a bad day. Any visitor to Harvard square would be remised if they did not pop into Butdicks. read more

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5 years ago

Calling all chocoholics! Treated myself to a dark drinking chocolate: 5/5. Rich and smooth. Drank it too close to lunchtime, so was half full for lunch. I don't think L.A. Burdicks grinds their own beans in house (like Dandelion) but it's a solid and well known local chocolatier. Also sells cute handmade chocolates - traditional truffles and seasonal designs. read more

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Leslie R.

2 years ago

L. A. Burdick's is an experience from the time you walk into the door and are met with the scents of chocolate and baked goods! They have the most delicious chocolate treats I have ever eaten! The drinking chocolate is thick and rich and the perfect consistency. The cookie is crunchy and has their rich chocolate layered throughout along with walnuts. A small seating area is available. Be sure to specify if you want your order in a to-go cup or in a mug to enjoy while there! I had hoped for the mug but hadn't specified. read more

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Alyanna T.

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Recently visited the Back Bay location in Boston for the first time, so thought we'd hit the Harvard Square location in Cambridge too! My partner and I ordered a small milk hot chocolate, Burdick cookies, and Earl Gray mousse cake to go - TASTE: 5/5 - they sure know what they're doing at LA Burdick and they do it well. My hot chocolate was perfectly sweet and indulgent, and the cookies are now one of our favorites, w their molten chocolate centers and slight walnut crunch. The Earl Gray mousse cake had such great balance between the Earl Gray mousse, blueberries, and chocolate cake components. Certainly indulgent! TEXTURE: 4/5 - the hot chocolate is rich and creamy, the cookies have a slight crisp on the edge w chewier centers, and the mousse cake was light and fresh PRICE: 4/5 - definitely paying for the handcrafted, artisanal quality SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - the small sized hot chocolate satisfied us on our cold walk around Harvard Square SERVICE: 4/5 - we fell in line at around 3pm on a Saturday, and waited fifteen minutes. Would recommend going closer to opening or closing times to avoid the crowd. The space is narrow, with some seating on both sides ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - a cozy, quaint space that I learned had opened back in 1999, before the Back Bay location in 2012. Not sure if the string lights on the ceiling are only set up around the holiday season, but definitely lit up the space and made it feel extra warm and inviting TAKEOUT: 4/5 - since our order was for takeout, our cookies came in a disposable bag, almost w a wax paper feel. But our Earl Gray mousse cake was secure in a cute, branded to-go box! PARKING: 3/5 - parking directly in front of LA Burdick can be tricky, but we parked in a metered spot by Cambridge Common park and walked over read more

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Katie S.

1 year ago

Wonderful chocolates, amazing hot chocolate, rather a Drinking chocolate more than a watery hot chocolate. They also have wonderful pastries and cake, and serve frozen hot chocolate. Try it anytime, winter, summer, there's always something good! read more

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Tony T.

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This was one of my favorite places for hot chocolate about a decade ago when I was living in the Boston area. I recently visited again on a cold winter day and it really hit the spot! I forgot how much I had missed this place so I came back again the next day. read more

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Rachelle R.

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The only reason I would give this a four instead of give is due to the Earl Grey Mouse cake was dry. I have come here since it opened at Harvard Sq years and years ago. It's interior and service has changed since then from dark brown (chocolate) to pastel green and yellow decor. From sit down service to walk up ordering. I'm nostalgic of its former. Though the hot chocolate remains tops, I'm disappointed with the pastry quality. If I spent almost $19 for hot chocolate and pastry, my expectations is warranted. Next time, I'll opt for just their hot chocolate. read more

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Ada D.

2 years ago

Highly recommend the Cambridge location. Staff were polite and the place was clean. We enjoyed the intimate atmosphere and found a seat. While it's mainly a chocolate treat shop, we got hot chocolates (milk & white) and we could not stop thinking about it so went back other days. Pardon the cringe photo read more

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One of the few places that made feel like an elite snob with chocolate decadence around me. My go-to is the Burdick Mocha with White Chocolate. And warning, they do not have plugs, so if you're planning to study here, make sure your laptop is fully charged! read more

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Absolutely love Burdick's. The chocolate's are not over rated, they are absolutely high quality and beautifully crafted with enough variation between each piece that you can tell that it's hand made. The hot chocolate? Absolutely amazing. All I can say is that if you ever wanted that hot chocolate in the movie "Chocolat," this is the place that has it! Thick, delicious, creamy hot chocolate like you won't be able to get anywhere else. Highly recommend getting the dark hot chocolate! The small pitfalls? This location particularly is quite small so if you were wanting to have a seat inside, may the odds be in your favor. If it's warm outside, highly recommend taking a short walk to the Harvard Radcliffe institute and take advantage of their beautiful outdoor space with chairs! The desert cakes are also not completely worth it. I understand that sometimes you would want a little cake to go with your hot tea or what not, but most cakes are on the drier end. What they do well are the cookies if you're looking in the display case! read more

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Gladys N.

2 years ago

Really good cookies. I had the chocolate chip one and it was delicious. The staff is really nice. Such a cute and clean place.

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Angela K.

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Such a wonderful find in the middle of Harvard campus. There is an assortment of chocolate boxes, hot chocolate packs, individual truffles, etc! Great for souvenirs and gift giving! They are famous for their chocolate mice and chocolate penguins. Very very cute, but not cheap :) They do have a small seating area in the back by the cafe, but I believe they are only doing to-go orders because of COVID. read more

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Daniel W.

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This had to be the thickest hot chocolate I ever had. It was so rich on chocolate it felt like drinking melted chocolate. It was really packed inside and had no space to sit. There was line outside the store and had to wait about 30minutes to get the drink. It is quite pricy but I feel like they put in so much chocolate inside it was worth it. It is definitely worth trying once. read more

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Updated review: I went a few days ago to get treats for students that I work with, and the customer service was phenomenal. The people who worked here were really understanding of the current coronavirus situation, and were able to package all the cakes individually, as my employer requires it given the current health concerns. It's been a stressful year, with a lot of students being displaced, and I was happy to see that the students really enjoyed the treats. Old review: The hot chocolate here is super viscous but also smooth. It's quite the treat, and perfect when it's colder in Cambridge. Some argue that this place has the best hot chocolate in the Boston area, and I agree. The white and milk varieties can be a bit sweet, so I recommend the dark one (which is still somewhat sweet) if you're concerned about sugar! Pro-tip: Avoid peak hours if you can, or you may not be able to get a seat at the cafe! The place offers takeout containers but they're notably smaller than the ones you get if you drink your order there. This place also offers kits that you can take home to make hot chocolate. These make super cute gifts, coming with their own whisks. This place can be a pretty good date spot. Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan had their first date here, so I feel awkward coming here alone (but the hot chocolate is so good that I still do read more

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Angelina Z.

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This was the best hot chocolate I've had. I got the small milk hot chocolate, and it was so decadent. It's thicker than what you would get from a mix, and not too sweet (there are hints of bitterness and salt). It's a bit pricey, but definitely worth checking out! read more

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Renee H.

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We did not hit this place at the best time. Took us 45 minutes for 4 hot chocolates and some desserts. The cool part of this place is there are tons of different choices for each one. The pastries were unbelievably rich and perfectly hit our sweet spot. It is right down the street from so many restaurants and a perfect after dinner delight. read more

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Beautiful pastries, delicious hot chocolate, and quality service! First time trying their famous hot chocolate and OMG I am in love.. they have the hot chocolate in three flavors. Milk, dark, and white chocolate. We ordered the white and milk hot chocolates with two pastries (raspberry tart and mocha cake) both very freshly made and good! read more

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Mao M.

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L.A. Burdick is the place to go if you are looking for a European style high-end chocolate that is very dense and rich. There are two locations in Boston area, one in Back Bay and another in Harvard. I like the Harvard one better because it is less crowded. What we ordered: Cider $4.50 Small Spicy Dark Hot Chocolate $6.25 Earl Grey Mousse Cake $6.75 I am surprised how good their seasonal drinks are- the cider we ordered was the best I've ever had! The dark hot chocolate has just the right amount of spice to balance it out with the richness of the chocolate. I'm glad I went for the small size as a large cup would've been a little too rich for me. If you would like to try both the cake and hot chocolate, I recommend the earl mousse cake or the passion fruit mousse cake for your choice of cake. Other ones can be too sweet and rich, especially with the chocolate drink. This time we ordered the earl grey mousse cake, and I especially liked the fresh and sourness of the blueberry that comes through the tea flavor. I would argue that it is a little over priced, which is understandable considering their quality of food and service. It's a good place to treat yourself in a special occasion! read more

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Steve H.

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Exceptionally good hot chocolate, and the little chocolate morsels are next-level. Visiting this place was on my bucket list.. did not disappoint. Sorry about your wallet. read more

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Anna M.

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We found this cute place via Yelp and couldn't have landed on a better place. As you walk in there are twinkly lights everywhere and beautifully decorated chocolate products. We ordered the milk hot chocolate and a chocolate cookie, the perfect pair on a cold day. read more

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Mike S.

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It's very good! Cakes here are incredible. Also the tea selection is amazing. Good spot to get a tea/coffee/hot chocolate and some pastries read more

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L.A. Burdick chocolate is delicious AND fun to see (little mice and penguins!). But I needed something more substantial yesterday, and it was too hot to carry chocolate, so I opted for a Madeleine and a cup of iced tea. This black tea by Mariage Frères is Marco Polo. I believe the flavor is red berries. I didn't really get that from it because it tasted like tea to me. But good tea! I would order it again. L.A. Burdick is not a big place but there is seating at several small tables. It is a must for the chocolate enthusiast. read more

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Review #1053 I love its variety in the hot chocolate offered (dark, milk, or white). I usually opt for the white hot chocolate because it is on the sweeter side. (Milk is already sweet enough, though.) I only come here to treat friends or out-of-town visitors. I won't be able to afford to make this place my daily drop-in because it gets pricey here. A small cup will be $5.08 after tax. (This place will be five stars if it is more affordable.) They do take credit cards, and there is no minimum. If you want to gift someone with handmade chocolates, they also have an excellent selection. Definitely pay a visit. read more

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Eric B.

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This is an update to my disapproval of a bad staff member over a year ago. It is all good now at the Cambridge store. The staff was efficient, helpful, and communicative. I went in for the iced chocolate drink they offered on the chalk sandwich board on the sidewalk. I guess Burdick's is no longer for chilly fall and winter days. The iced chocolate drink comes in white, milk, or dark chocolate. I chose the Spicy Dark Chocolate versions. Wow! impressive took me forever to drink, and with blobs of their chocolate syrup coming up the straw, it was a pleasure to enjoy. I had the vegan apple dessert, too, and it was tasty too. I love how this shop feels with the little tables and chocolate displayed all around. I only tend to do takeout. I have to invite a friend here to chat. A must-try and must-see; I have bought boxed chocolate in the past too, which is a whole other level of enjoyable perfection. read more

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Sharon H.

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L.A. Burdick is really really good. It's tucked away from the center of Harvard Square and everything about this place scream quality and high-end, designer pastries and chocolate. I heard so much about their hot chocolate and gave it a go (RIP my stomach since I'm heavily lactose intolerant) but the aftermath was worth it and let me tell you know folks, the hype is real. The chocolate here reminded me of the chocolate fountain in Charlie and the chocolate factory, rich, creamy goodness, that never seems to end (such a great feeling!). It was THICC and seriously wished I had some churros to dip. I am obsessed with their early grey cake - which is a mini cake that has such a strong tea taste and isn't overwhelmingly sweet - is a great cake to have with...early grey tea!! This is definitely a place I will take family and friends visiting Cambridge to - there isn't a single pastry, drink, or chocolate that I've ordered here that wasn't good. The cakes are delicious, well balanced, and moist. The drinks are strong and flavorful. Their chocolates are rich. This is one of the few dessert places in the city that I firmly believe that the higher price for dessert is justified due to the amazing quality that comes from it. read more

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Mohammad A.

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I found this place while looking for a place to grab lunch in the Harvard area. A random sign which read "chocolates" caught my eye. So I decided to make a quick stop for a snack. My first impression of the shop was that it was an old school chocolate shop. I also thought they only sold individual chocolates. As I strolled further down I noticed they had a full cafe built inside serving pastries and drinks and a mini sit down area. I ended up buying their hot chocolate. It was expensive priced at $6 for a small, but the quality makes up for it. You can tell this isn't powdered hot chocolate mix. The consistency is somewhere in between drinking chocolate and chocolate milk. Creamy but not too thick. Perfect in my books, as I was afraid of not being able to have room for lunch after having it. I am grateful the chocolate sign outside this shop caught my eyes :) read more

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Grace Y.

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If you want to feel like a little British boy in a Dickesian-esque time period who's begging your mum for five pence, please, for a piece of chocolate because it's Christmas, this is the place to be. Everything about this place, from the golden lighting, walls full of mirrors, music, wooden tables, chocolate mice, and the cashier with the British accent, contributes to a sense of childlike awe. Good vibes. Oh, and of course, the chocolate itself is also AMAZING. They're all exquisite and beautifully packaged. My friends and I shared a couple of bonbons, and each bite was so complex, so cherish each bite! The chocolates are expensive, but it's reasonable given the quality of ingredients and craftsmanship that goes behind each piece. A great place for gifts! read more

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Christine B.

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Ahhh the famous L.A. Burdick!! Glad I was able to try this place out and indulge in some chocolate heaven. If only you could see my face when I took my first sip of their signature milk hot chocolate--I swear I died for a split second, went to heaven, and stared straight into God's soul. The hot chocolate here is amazing--super rich, smooth and thick. It is definitely one of the more higher-quality hot chocolates that I have had, if not the best!! Yes, it is expensive ($5+ for a teeny small cup) but worth every sip! The only downside about this place is the limited space and awkward seating. They have seating against the walls, a couple of tables, and even fewer chairs. Because there were no more chairs left, my friends and I were forced to sit next to each other (instead of across from the table) and were rubbing elbows with the people next to us. Oh, and I'm pretty sure the people next to me were on their first date which made it even more awkward....but hey, didn't mind too much because I was too busy raving about my amazing hot chocolate! This is definitely a must try if you're in the Harvard area! read more

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L.A. Burdick's chocolates look absolutely delicious, but I decided to try their word-of-mouth famous milk hot chocolate. The second I enter the store, I feel claustrophobic and confused where the line was. The store is obviously past maximum capacity!! Another customer got upset at me because I was panicking to find napkins since my hot chocolate was dripping from the sides (poor handling from the employee, but not entirely their fault they seem understaffed and overwhelmed). I excused myself but they didn't hear me among the crowd which caused their anger. Overall, terrible experience caused by OVER CAPACITY OF THE BUILDING. I could write more about how terribly crowded the space was and how terrible that interaction was...but I digress. Ultimately, I came out upset, overwhelmed, and spilling hot chocolate. Does LA Burdick really think I'd still be enjoying their food and drink despite all of that? I don't think I'll come here again, I rather find more local businesses than pay $7 for a 10? ounce hot chocolate from a national chain. Still wondering how cramming that many people in one small store is legal. read more

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Such delicious treats but definitely very rich. Our stomaches may have ached after from the richness, but the taste was still worth it! read more

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Their hot cocoa was dark, rich and warm as usual. It's very small and it would be great if they had more seated space . read more

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Jeremy K.

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still around, still decadent. took a trip and what's a visit to Harvard sq without a sniff at burdicks? tight seating, but we were to go anyway. I recall a decade ago getting I'll from the richness of the cocoa . I recall 10 hours ago when I thought to myself, better not have more than a sip bud, got 100 miles...66% of my kids loved it. happy yelps year read more

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Prachee K.

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Best hot chocolate in Boston, hands down. Get the single source dark drinking chocolate, preferably from South America (Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, or Venezuela) - you will never look at chocolate the same way again. Flavors rotate every month so call ahead to ask which country they are featuring. Their pastries are incredible too. Highly recommend the chocolate mousse cake filled with lingonberry jam as well as the Earl Grey mousse cake. read more

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There are so many cute chocolate treats here that would be cute for gifts for friends or family (think adorable chocolate mice, penguins, or elephants in tiny ring boxes). The hot chocolate is rich but delicious. read more

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First time at the Cambridge location as the Boston location is my go-to la burdicks shop. I would you the number of seats is comparable between the two locations. And hot chocolate is definitely the same. Since it was starting to get warm again, I decided to try the iced version of the hot chocolate. And boy, it was just as good! read more

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I wish Los Angeles had more high end chocolate shops like this, but Los Angeles is always sunny and drinking hot chocolate on a hot day isn't exactly the greatest idea. L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates is located just 3~4 blocks away from the Harvard Square and there is another branch located near the Boston Public Garden. The sign right outside of the store boldly claimed that their iced drinking chocolate is made from one of the best hot chocolates in the United States. The cafe had a very classy, quiet, and cozy atmosphere. If you don't like hot chocolate, then other options like coffees and teas are also available. *** Chocolate Croissant ($3.75): Croissant itself tasted like any other plain croissant, but chocolate filling definitely made this baked good tasted more interesting. Signature Burdick Hot chocolate (blend of shaved chocolate steamed with milk, dark - $4.75 for small): Rich and creamy hot chocolate, but personally it was a really, REALLY sweet drink. It was so sweet that I couldn't wait and immediately drank one cup of water. I still like hot chocolate from Cacao Drink Chocolate in Portland. *** I probably would enjoy a bit more if hot chocolate drink wasn't too sweet, but this is a great place to visit if you are looking for artisan chocolate selection. read more

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Kristina I.

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This place was recommended to me by a friend who goes to Harvard. Needed to get a congratulatory gift for a graduate! Chocolates were beautiful, graduate quite enjoyed them so I heard. While I was there I got a passion fruit mousse cake (pictured) and a chocolate chip cookie. Good quality pastries just a bit too sweet for my liking. This might be a good thing considering the decadence is probably a draw for such a high quality (expensive) chocolatier. Would recommend but be prepared for a decadent experience. read more

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Finished the night after dinner with a signature Burdick hot chocolate and their signature dessert. Stopped by on a Friday night around 8pm. As expected, the place is filled to the brim. When you step inside, bypass the first counter and go to the middle of the shop, it's where you order hot chocolate. If you're lucky enough to grab a seat, you'll be sitting cozy to your neighbors. If you've never been, go up to the counter, order, you'll be given a number on a stand, and the staff will bring the order out to you. The signature hot chocolate is rich in cacao. The drink does pretty well not separating itself. The cup comes with a tiny spoon for stirring. The front of the store does sell chocolates. We purchased a few pieces to try, they did not disappoint. Street parking... good luck with that, but the hot chocolate is worth it. 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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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

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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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Spindler Confections & Savory Delights

I love this tiny candy shop and its very kind owners! It's a go to spot if you want a Boston-based…read morechocolate gift, but they do have other imported goods The woman behind the counter had us try two yummy samples (chocolate covered oranges and a peanut butter cup). I really liked the chocolate covered oranges in particular! I ended up buying chocolate covered ginger and a tea-coffee flavor set of five. The ginger isn't too sharp when you bite into it since it's been candied, and the earl grey chocolate bonbon (which I wanted to try since I saw it online) was sold out individually but still sold in the five flavor sampler. The jasmine tea white chocolate rose was also delicious and the tea flavor was surprisingly rich. It's not cheap but it's well worth a nice gift for yourself or someone else!

This review is a year late sigh. Back in December 2023 I did the holiday stroll in the area and…read morestopped in here. The staff there were very friendly and made sure to have us try all the samples they had to offer that night. We went home with a small box to try other flavors. I'm in love with the pistachio ones! Such a great place to get a special confectionery gift for someone.

Store interior

Bonbons

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A Chocolate Dream

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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Inside!!

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

4.3

(24 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.

I always stop into Cardullo's whenever I'm in Cambridge. For a foodie like me it's a joy with…read morecandy, teas,chocolates and wines from all over the world. It's not a big store, but it has a really big selection. Need some marzipan from Lubeck? Need some champagne from France? Need a sandwich with some blue cheese from Denmark? They got you! Cardullo 's is a great place to pick up gourmet treats for gifts for anyone especially yourself.

Swiss Chocolate

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BerryLine

The line will likely be out the door (because this place is so popular!) but it moves fast. The…read morestaff is quick and hardworking, people are in and out in two seconds. I go for the hard ice cream here (obvi the original tart froyo is their most popular) but the hard ice cream is insanely good. I got cookies & cream with hot fudge and strawberries and my friend got an original tart with hot fudge, strawberries, and mango. The fruit is SO fresh. Also, we both got smalls and they're huge!

Amazing yogurt, long line but the line move fast. They…read moredon't allow ice cream sample, just yogurts. I would recommend their original yogurt and pair it with cheesecake or chocolate fudge. They have small seating area for you to enjoy the ice cream, but I would just walk around because it close to Harvard campus

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

4.1

(37 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.