I was immediately hit by both the icy air conditioning and the chocolatey aroma upon entering Lore's today. The feeling was divine. I browsed their website before visiting so I already knew what I was going to buy. The woman at the counter welcomed me and asked if I wanted to try a sample. The sample today was dark chocolate with vanilla buttercream and it was fantastic. I picked up a half pound of dark/milk orange creamsicle chocolates as a gift. They looked great in the display case and the entire store was set up beautifully. The employee rang me up and packaged the chocolates in a bag with tissue paper. Very thoughtful! I overheard another employee say they used to make their chocolates in house in the space right below the storefront but they've since moved to the former Goldenberg Peanut Chews factory to keep up with the demand. This is a great place to get Philadelphia themed chocolates if you're visiting, too. Prices are reasonable and they also sell non-chocolate items like gummies and jelly beans. read more

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My daughter works here. They are kind to employees and the chocolate is delicious! So nice to have local options.

Lore's makes the most delicious chocolates in the region. I always stop by to get special gifts for my husband's birthday, or holiday time. I went in today, and was offered a sample of a chai caramel which was a wonderfully spiced caramel with milk chocolate coating. I picked up an all dark chocolate assortment, and then took advantage of the buy one get one free thanksgiving candy (it was yesterday). The employee who assisted me was lovely as well. Stop by and check out their beautiful holiday offerings. read more

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I visited Lore's on a Friday morning before heading out of town for a wedding. I was prepared to spend a good $80+ dollars on a couple of boxes of chocolates, based on what I saw online. The place is tiny, it wasn't super busy, and there were at least 4 people working. No one said hello when I entered. Not one. I even grabbed a basket, to hopefully show that I was seriously shopping. Still, no greeting, no one offered help. This is really unusual for a seemingly small family business, especially, a chocolatier. One older woman who was working there greeted another person who was in the shop and asked if they needed help; she dint do the same for me. I felt ignored and prejudged and won't ever return. I left without buying anything because if you can't even say hello (until I greeted folks as I walked by them), then you don't need my business. Everyone should learn to be friendly and not just expect people to come in and patronize their business. Kindness and good customer service are free. read more

I picked up my Easter Order's today.Always a joy to be there . I am always in my happy place. I am over the top with the Basket egg in Double Cocoanut this year . Along with the Great Customer service you receive each bite will bring a big smile to your face and the faces of love ones.Thank you Lore's for never letting me down . A true Philadelphia treasure. read more

Great service from a friendly staff, and some of the best chocolates I've ever tried...and I'm fat so you can trust me.

Lore's is a beautiful shop in Philadelphia. Their packaging is beautiful and their chocolates are delicious. I love their chocolate creams/patties as well as their toasted coconut marshmallows. The staff is available to answer any questions and to provide guidance in your selection. When in Philadelphia, it's a must visit! Delicious gifting. read more

GENERAL Located by Jewelry Row, Lore's Chocolates offers an extensive selection of chocolates both classic and unique to the city of Philadelphia. They offer specially-shaped chocolates from the LOVE sign to the Liberty Bell nearby to rare finds such as Irish potatoes (cinnamon-dusted coconut balls) and truffles. Their classic selections from chocolate bars, caramels, and covered nuts are packaged beautifully on shelves, through I must admit $8.00 for 4 chocolate-covered caramels are quite the hefty price. FOOD I bought a milk chocolate bar, and it was a good pick-me-up for a rough week, though the sugar was overwhelming. At $6.95, it's something to try once, but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit again. SERVICE The staff are kind and the moment I walked in, they offered me a sample of their Irish potato. They also assisted with any queries that I might have. PARKING Paid street parking is available at a limited capacity. read more

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Lore's is a Philadelphia tradition and a city jewel. Visit to enjoy a beautiful shop with wonderful customer service and scrumptious treats of all types. Amazing! read more

I haven't been here since pandemic and I was surprised with the transformation. There are no more tables displaying chocolate. There's a counter at the back displaying the chocolate. Sugar free section is on the right in a glass display. It looks more modern and brighter. Near the window you can find Liberty bell chocolate. There's only one employee, she's super friendly and helpful. A must visit for chocolate lovers read more

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I have fallen in love with their Irish potatoes. The sign for them is what made me stop in. They had an impeccable variety, very cute souvenir type gifts (I.e. chocolate liberty bell), and fairly decent prices. The minimum on Apple Pay/Google is $10, just a warning. Lots and lots of options if you're ever in the mood for some quality chocolate. read more

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I've been walking by Lore's Chocolates for a long time when I'm on my way to other establishments and have never really had a need or desire to stop in even though their front window displays are usually pretty nice and inviting. But recently a hand painted sign expressing that the Chocolate Covered Strawberries and Blueberries was posted, and since my daughter asked for some, it must've been kismet so I had to stop in. Glad I did. The store is filled top to bottom with many different chocolate candies and fruit snacks and other delectables. I believe the owner helped me out and she was quite friendly. The strawberries and blueberries are a seasonal product, and some come in milk or dark chocolate. The stand of pre-made boxes only had blueberries, but when I asked they were able to put together on the spot some strawberries. A half pound turned into a pound when I found out that there were only five or six strawberries per half pound. I also picked up some Boston fruit slices. Those I do not know if they were made in-house or brought in from elsewhere. When I got home, I was the best dad in the world. The blueberries are in a three or four-berry of chocolate and are cordial style with liquid inside. A gushy explosion of flavor. The strawberries were divine. A coworker of mine likes to purchase the butter creams every so often, and they are smooth and creamy. I've never had a bad one! The Boston fruit slices were also good, but Shane's are better. The pound of chocolate covered strawberries, half pound of chocolate covered blueberries and a pack of Boston fruit slices ran me about $60. It's a splurge I won't make often, but the taste will bring me back for more. The store had a steady stream of customers, and COVID masks and protocols were being followed. Everyone was happy and so was I. read more

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Prices are much better than Shane's, and in my opinion fresher. They have a much better variety of prices and items than Shane's too. Sorry Shane's. Yes I have time to compare chocolate shops in old city and feel so intensely that I have to write a review. read more

Bought these as a gift. Delicious! Highly recommend. I stick with all dark chocolates because hello

Grabbed 8 bags of small Halloween candies (individually wrapped milk chocolate in pumpkin and ghost wrapping). Each bag had around 8-10 prices and was $5. Super cute! Also tried the mini-bars in milk chocolate and white chocolate. read more

I had an overwhelmingly positive experience here today. The staff were so kind, patient, and generous. I bought a 1/2 lb boxes of mixed chocolates I thought the price was very reasonable for the quality and variety offered. Each chocolate I have tried has been delightful. I am sad that I walked by this place so many times without stopping in! I will be back many, many times. read more

I stopped by here by accident in the middle of a rain storm and picked up a single bar, figuring I'd try it out and see how things went. That dark chocolate bar is one of the best celebrations of dark chocolate I've had in a minute. I can't even eat the stuff from the grocery store anymore - I'm craving another bar from them. It's so well balanced, rounded, melt in the mouth. So good. I'll be back read more

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If you're looking for high quality, delicious chocolates in Philadelphia, Lore's is your place. My mother-in-law has been giving us boxes of buttercreams for some time. Recently, she threw in a box of dark chocolate covered caramels sprinkled with sea salt. They are so fresh and so delicious! The store itself has all the nostalgia of an old school candy shop. I stopped by during the Christmas season to pick up a box of chocolates for my grandmom. Lore's is now my go-to for nice chocolates! read more

After tasting almost all of the assorted dark chocolates in my half-pound box, two of the "fancy" truffles, and dark chocolate rum cordials, I have concluded that Lore's chocolates are often too sweet for me even though everything I tasted except for a truffle was all dark. The assorted bonbons are hit-or-miss for me. Below is what I would rate them on a scale from 0 (inedible) to 5 (exceptional): Dark cashew caramel: 4 Dark with chocolate buttercream: 2.5 Dark with vanilla buttercream: 2.5 Dark with raspberry jelly: 3 Dark with raisin: 2 (too much chocolate) Dark with molasses: 4 Figaro (hazelnut chocolate): 2.5 Dark cherry cordial: 2 Dark chewy caramel with flour de sel: 2.5 Dark truffle with dark chocolate drizzle (dark chocolate ganache): 4 Milk truffle with white chocolate drizzle (coffee ganache): 4.5 Dark chocolate rum cordials: 3 Regardless of pricing, I would say Lore's chocolates are 3 stars out of 5. However, taking into account that they're way more affordable than other parlors (ehm... Teuscher), the chocolates are 3.5/5. Presentation-wise, Lore's chocolates are somewhat sloppy. Since I make chocolates as a hobby, I am very serious when it comes to chocolates. One of my pet peeves is chocolates with cavities, and Lore's sells many of them. Yes, it takes a lot more time if you try to get rid of each air bubble from the chocolate, but that's what distinguishes different brands of chocolates in my opinion--the quality control. While Lore's chocolates only deserve three stars, the friendly service boosted my rating to four stars. The lady who helped me box my bonbons was patient. When she didn't have answers to my questions regarding specific chocolates, she told me honestly that she had never tried them and would ask her colleagues if they knew more about the chocolates. She was also eager to help other customers who just walked in. Because I checked in on my Yelp mobile app, I received a free chocolate bar. Free things are awesome, so that's another reason to like Lore's. In summary, if you're not too picky about chocolates and want something affordable, Lore's is a great place to go. I definitely will come back to try some Irish potatoes and Easter-themed chocolates! read more

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First time I walked into Lores was probably 1980. Beautiful quaint little shop, with the most wonderful people there. I worked around the block and so logged numerous visits on my lunch hour, over the course of 23 years. While I no longer get to Phila much, I was glad to see I could still order my faves online. Their Christmas and Easter candy selections are wonderful in taste and presentation. Their 'break up' chunk white chocolate is my all time favorite. I never see it online, but I don't think they make it very often. Their caramels and the vanilla buttercreams are in a league of their own. no one else can compete against them. This candy store is the very best Philadelphia has to offer. read more

Happy Valentine's Day! And one of the best places anywhere to buy the chocolates you need to give your loved ones is this old traditional Philadelphia chocolate shop. This charming store is located right on the border of historic Philadelphia and Washington Square West and has a fine and tempting array of house-made chocolates ready for your perusal. And because March and St. Patty's Day is coming up soon they have even started to make the famous Philly candy tradition of Irish Potatoes. But for today, chocolate hearts are in order and Lore's has as good a variety as anywhere of this confection. And when you shop at Lore's, you are shopping in an independent old-time Philly chocolate store. Happy Valentine's Day! read more

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chocolate was okay. so i really don't appreciate how they just filled it up with orange candies for like 9 when i asked for just 2. really don't appreciate spending so much on chocolate to just have them sneakily fill it with those. maybe it's the way i looked but they felt like they wanted to get rid of me and there was like 2 other people in the store. read more

Delicious and fair pricing. Very friendly service. Will visit again on my next trip to Philly.

Cute little local shop. I got the fresh chocolate-covered blueberries, which were delicious.

Best choc store!!!!!! Owners were so amazing and kind and the chocolate is incredible. read more

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From as far back as I could remember, my grandmother would buy her grandchildren the most amazing peanut butter chocolate bunnies from Lore's for Easter. When I finally made it to this store, I was so impressed by all of the candies that they had. Seriously, candy everywhere! The candy molds were so impressive too. A ton of creative concepts, including Philadelphia candy. Liberty bells and the LOVE sign. Now when I go to the store, I know exactly what I am getting. Usually truffles, but I still walk around the entire store to look at everything. The staff are always so friendly. Consistently the best candy I can get in the area. read more

Everyone here is so nice and the chocolates were delicious. So many choices, you honestly won't have any trouble finding whatever you're looking for. It's also a cool place to bring visiting tourists for a cute activity. read more

Wow, I'm surprised to see only 78 reviews here. It may be because they hand out card to review them on Trip Advisors. We never knew this store was here. Right down the street from Jewelers' row. We like the chocolate. It's may not be for everyone, but they have tons of variety, and this summer they had blueberry and strawberry covered choices. Loved their malt balls, the chocolate is about 3 thichnesses. Melts in your mouth. Good thing I don't get down to Center City often. Their employees were very friendly- read more

A plentiful, but over-priced (for what you get/expect), selection of chocolates. The people who worked here were super friendly and helpful, but we only purchased a few pieces because everything was expensive (especially the gift bags - clearly a place for tourists too). We were glad to try it and were happy with what we got. read more

I didn't think I could love Lore's chocolate any more than I do but because of awesome individuals like Maureen and Tony, I do. I tried sending my mother who is enduring chemotherapy some toffee but had problems with their online ordering system. Lore's was closed since it was the day after Easter but Tony responded to my email and Maureen called me the next day and took care of the problem with the utmost courtesy and compassion. I can't thank them enough for the great care with which they handled the situation. Thank you from a customer for life! read more

Lore's is one of those solid mid-range chocolatiers that you should support because the chocolates are good, they are a local, family-owned business, and they represent a Philly tradition. Here are my top picks: -Dark orange peel -Coconut kiss -Dark sponge -Grahams -Almond butter crunch -Dark toffee -Dark coconut cream -Salted dark caramel read more

Last week a friend from Philly gave me a gift box of handmade chocolates from Lore's Chocolates. I can't remember the last time I tasted chocolates so good! The assortment contained a great variety of combinations: milk & dark chocolates, caramel, toffee, nuts & fruit, peanut butter, coconut, etc. - something for everyone. Thank you, Emily, for such a tasty gift. I wish I lived closer. Do they deliver to Boston?? And the fact that it's a family owned business for over 50 yrs checks all the boxes Two thumbs up! read more

We took horse drawn carriage from Liberty Bell and passed Lores. Had to get some of that famous chocolate. It was absolutely delicious and we highly recommend getting an assorted box. read more

I am ashamed to the bottom of my lack of apparent chocolate knowledge. Not knowing this place is unheardof. It is not a tourist trap though it pretends to be. think back in the day, not pretenders. It's what old chocolate shops were like--sans AC. Don't pass up one of my now favorite shops in the city. Get chocolate. Then go next door for their own coffee. Nice. Cherries and mints and honeycomb all are exceptional. THE BEST DAAARRRKKKK CHOCOLATE CHERRIES ON THE PLANET. Don't be surprised if 1, yes 1, cost $1. It's worth every sticky finger. Only marriage is better (not so sticky.) read more

Best Chocolate anywhere. Ordered online, came a day later. Couldn't be happier. Love Lore's! read more

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What an amazing find in Old City. The perfect place to come if you need to bring someone a Philadelphia souvenir or need a gift for someone celebrating a special occasion! Every type of chocolate you can imagine but also typical sugar candies like sour patch kids etc. Fran helped us to pick out the perfect gifts. She was very friendly and a pleasure to talk to! We will be back. read more

Vanilla latte and a chocolate Croissant for less than $5! Can't beat that. I love the personality of this little shop, quaint and convenient. The barista was lovely and attentive. I hope to be a regular since it's so close to my office. Try the Almond or chocolate croissant- fresh, flakey and delicious! read more

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I love this old fashioned chocolate shop. Unfortunately it is right near my bus stop. I've missed quite a few buses while I pick out an assortment of my favorites. They have so many types that it is quite a task to limit yourself. The box I assembled recently was buttercrunch(milk covered butter toffee with nuts) milk chocolate peanut butter, dark chocolate marshmallow, dark mint drops, ginger dark chocolate and two kinds of bark. If that list doesn't make your mouth water there are endless others. The young lady who helped me was lovely and appreciated my difficulty in choosing. Somehow they manage to balance the classic chocolates with some new creations without getting too trendy and weird. Okay you can tell I'm a hopeless addict. read more

I was just sent a gift package by a colleague of Lore's dark chocolate marshmallows, sea salt caramels (also dark chocolate) as well as dark and milk chocolate covered pretzels. I have to say that this is the place you want to order a gift from! I was very impressed as each box was beautifully packaged in a very nice looking box which immediately lets you know this isn't just another chocolate shop. The marshmallows were thick squares packaged in a way that made me gasp when I opened them! Most importantly, this was probably the best chocolate I have ever tasted, really smooth and tasty, the dark chocolate wasn't too dark but just right. Do yourself a favor and make your life easier, send / bring a box or 3 of these next time you need to send a gift or thank you and need to do it right. read more

This is two stars instead of one because I'm willing to accept that you are having a busy day that causes you to be short with people. 2 stars for service, because it was so bad I never even made it to your shop. I was expecting greatness from you, Lore's, based on your reviews and your website. Your website boasts confectionery supplies, so I thought I'd give you a call and see if this is the place to get my stuff for my Valentine's night in with my boyfriend. "I'm calling about confectionery supplies." The woman responded, "Okay, well could you call on a day that's not Valentine's Day and then I could help you? Because this is a chocolate shop, and we have a huge line, and it's very inconvenient for a call to be made about a non-Valentine order." I tried to stop her early there, because she was quickly losing a customer. But she talked over me. "Okay, I understand, but I'm calling because I want to travel to your shop to buy something but I need to make sure you actually sell it. Your website says you have confectionery supplies, is this right?" "What kind of confectionery supplies?" "Lollipop sticks, candy-coating or white chocolate discs, and molds?" "No, we don't have those, I think you should try somewhere like A.C. Moore or whatever that other place is instead." "Okay, thank you, happy val-" *click* Forril? I hate your website for saying you have chocolate molds and lollipop supplies and chocolate discs. Or I hate the crabby mood you have on the best day of the year. I understand and sympathize, though. But it will be a while before I bother to even attempt you again. read more