This is a cute little candy store at the Dana Point Harbor and the owner was nice enough to stay later so we could buy some honey comb and truffles today. It is all so deliciously fattening!! I ate my sizable piece of honeycomb then went for a walk then went to dinner. I feel so satisfied!! read more

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The Chocolate Solider is a core childhood memory for me! I remember coming to the harbor on the weekends with my parents, getting lunch or dinner at El Torito and then going to The Chocolate Solider for dessert. They have some incredibly delicious hand made chocolates and their truffles are to die for. They also used to have beanie babies - during the height of the beanie baby craze, so you know that was also part of the trip! I'm so happy they have stayed, despite the many changes coming to this area! read more

I went today 4/17 to buy Easter Candy and the sales girl couldn't give me the time of day. She ignored me as if I wasn't there. She was on the phone and I guess her phone call was more important than a sale. I walked out and never made a purchase. I would never go back, poor customer service. read more

Fresh and delicious chocolates. You can really tell they are hand made with care. So many cute seasonal options. Very friendly staff. I'm so happy to have stumbled upon this quality small business. The rocky road party was amazing! read more

very amazing customer service. Also amazing chocolates for a very good price way way better than see's candies

This store has been around a really long time. I believe it has been around for so long because it is a great store. I've been coming here since I was a little wee one. I (or maybe my mom haha) was obsessed with beanie babies and this place would always stock the newest and best of TY. We also would love to come for the chocolate. I've always had a good experience coming here for the past 25+ years. Great location too! read more

Stopped in here while down in Dana Point, wanting some chocolates. The woman working was not only not very friendly, she was a bit rude. There was not a lot of selection here, and with the service, we decided to pass. BUMMER! read more

The treats they offer are amazing. The older woman who works there is super friendly and helpful. I don't like chocolate but whenever I need a nice gift for a chocolate lover, this is where I go. I'm not sure if they make the chocolates there or if they get them from somewhere like Rocky Mountain chocolates but everyone loves them. They wrap them up an a cute box and they make a great gift. Go in and get at least one so you can try it. You'll be back. read more

Tiny sweet shop with very good dark chocolate, and other chocolate, selections. We liked the turtles, the crisps and the lovely lady who packed up our goodies. read more

So sad to see the times catch up the choc soldier.as a customer of 15yrs was bummed to taste the drop in quality in their chocolates.They used to make the bomb chocolate coconut haystacks. Now they have doubled the price? For a smaller less flavorfull product. I hope they realize and rectify their mistakes. They are a staple in the marina. Get it together choc soldier read more

Hmm I really wish I could give a great 5 star review. I had a great experience today at the chocolate soldier. The woman who helped us was very friendly and knowledgeable. My grandma in law was telling me how amazing this place was and was very excited to take me. We picked a few pieces and even shared a sample. Our 6 pieces cost $18. Which I thought was pretty steep but it is very large pieces and I understand probably a small family owned business. Excited to share with my husband I cut all the pieces in half. Truffles are my favorite so saving that for last I was very excited to share that after dinner. I grabbed my piece and was confused to see a thin white fuzzy layer between the truffles center and the chocolate coating. In instantly new and my stomach turned. Pretty disappointed to say the least. My husband hadn't even started on his pieces and doesn't trust any of them now. $18 worth of chocolate in the trash. Maybe in the future smaller batches could insure better quality since this isn't a high traffic area. Disappointed hope you guys are able to turn things around. read more

The Chocolate Soldier - Mold in the milk chocolate truffle. - Candy Stores Near Me - Dana Point, California

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The Chocolate Soldier has been around since I moved to DP, approx '76. The orig owner sold the business about 10 years ago and went to great pains to ensure its new owner would carry the torch in the same tradition. They succeeded and its current owner also owns/operates its factory in Laguna at the old Pottery Shack location off PCH. This is one of Orange County's treasures that survived because it's consistently amazing in its confectionery quality and assortment of unique gifts. Negative reviews stemming from personal gripes due to a lack of parental supervision can be ignored. Some are insulted when they can't get unlimited free samples like Costco. I've seen it all when visiting to purchase Easter baskets here. Their 10-15 varieties of truffles are unmatched. The TLC required to make them by hand and be so mouth watering won't go unnoticed. The Chocolate Soldier is a privilege and tradition for my family and Dana Point. read more

Love this Brock and mortar shop located in the Dana point harbor. Amazing treats with the honey comb being a must have.

MMMmmm MMMmmm MMMMmmm. The chocolates from here are sexual, and my favorite in all of South OC. I trick my brain into making it think I'm having sex. Ohhhh chocolateeee youre so naughty!! Hint: Cloud 9 Meltaway. I don't know what makes a meltaway a meltaway but it MELTS IN YOUR MOUTH. They have many different meltaways as well. They also have homemade marshmellow blocks covered in milk or dark chocolate. I'm a marshmellow freak, if it has them, give it to me. Did I mention the white chocolate mac turtles? How about their 30+ truffles? You can smell this place when you start walking toward el torito in the harbor....smells like chocolate heaven. I wish I grow wings right now. I usually go there every Tuesday night before Taco Tuesday, or after if they are still closed and sometimes she is still open after 8pm! Last time I went in she gave me my cloud 9 for free and said I was her favorite customer, which is weird because I only go in once a week if that, but 5 STARS FOR ME! read more

I have been visiting the chocolate soldier for many years now. I have always had an excellent experience with the woman who works there. She has never been anything but friendly. The chocolates are amazing. The white chocolate covered Angel Meltaways are the BOMB!!! So good!!! read more

Stopped by the chocolatier this evening to get a gift box, and was incredibly upset with how we were treated. The woman helping us continually rolled her eyes and scoffed at our chocolate choices. In response to one of the pieces we picked out, she scoffed and said, "Well what do I know, I'm just a chocolatier." It was clear she wanted us to buy a larger box and didn't want to tell us the prices, and kept putting pieces in the box that we hadn't picked but were more expensive. At $3-4 per chocolate piece, I'd expect delicious chocolate, and it was definitely not. Would NOT recommend and will be telling our local family and friends about what a negative experience we had here. read more

There is an older lady who was at the shop when i visited and boy she has an attitude on her. She was rude and made you felt like you were wasting her time. The chocolates were yummy, but the service, terrible. No matter what the price(which is VERY expensive), you cannot get over the bad customer service. read more

The chocolate was delicious. Customer service was great as well. I was not sure what to expect with that based on many other reviews here saying otherwise, but the lady who helped me was friendly and helpful. read more

Don't get business owners like this that are obviously so bitter and unhappy. When people come in to purchase overpriced chocolate, at least put on a happy act and treat your customers with respect. This bitter lady made us feel totally unwelcome and as if we were annoying her by wanting to buy something. Good luck with your business lady...it's not going to last with that attitude. Will never go to your shop again. read more

The owner of this place is abhorrently rude! Never will I set foot in here again, and I will do everything in my power to ensure nobody else does either. My daughter was browsing candy and was asked if she was going to get anything, in which my daughter replied that she was not sure since she was undecided. The owner then asked her to leave! I've never heard of such rudeness! Avoid this place like the plague; she does not deserve your business. You're much better off heading over to See's Candy in Aliso as they're always friendly! read more

I can't really give you a review on the chocolate because what seems to be the owner of this place was so rude and nasty I didn't even what to go in. The lady must own the store or possibly the whole building because I can't imagine how a store like this can stay in business and pay rent. Save ur money and if you have a craving for some chocolate go to the liquor store down the way and buy a pack of M&Ms. I'm sure they are just as fresh as the chocolate this bitter old lady sells. Hey just a tip lady.... Maybe you wouldn't be so bitter if you had a more inviting personality. Even if you do have a good product you won't have any repeat customers with that attitude. read more

The shop is small. The selection is mediocre. The melt away was awesome. We shared the peanut butter one. I agree with the Yelper that said the older woman who worked there was not friendly. She wasn't rude but you would think that since we are the only people coming in to her store she would be happy to sell something. Maybe she lives in Dana Point too. Don't bother with the peanut clusters,very over priced. Probably won't go back. I live an hour north of here and would drive another hour south of here to get peanut clusters from the friendly people in Seaport villiage. read more

Its good, not great. Lots of options...not the best ive ever had, but i keep going back. Cute shop. Some items are a bit overpriced. For 3 bucks you can get a HUGE nut turtle or a little truffle. Seems a bit unbalaced. If youre in the area its worth it to stop by. read more

We LOVE visiting Chocolate Soldier when we are at the Dana Point Harbor. I have never received bad service when I have gone and I enjoy my visits when I am there. My "go-tos" are the Cloud 9 melt-aways, Peanut Butter Cups and the Dark Chocolate Almond Turtles. I do agree that the prices are a bit steep, but since it's become tradition, I don't really complain. I know that this is a branch off the main store in Laguna Beach, but I have never been to that location. I will be sure to do so when in Laguna. I would definitely recommend the shop! read more

Love the Dana Point Harbor and often overlook the general quality of food there because the location and the friendly laid-back service is so amazing. HOWEVER...this is the exception. Went in with the family - mother, brother with his wife and three-year-old, and me. We ooohed and aaahed at the yummy looking treats. Two ladies (both older) were standing near what looked like a cash register. Neither looked at us or asked to help. We talked amongst ourselves and made our selection. My mother cheerfully looked up and told the ladies we were ready. One of them had a bit of a smile when she looked up to acknowledge us FOR THE FIRST TIME but the other literally YELLED that they were busy "closing out" (it was 2:00 pm!) and that we would have to wait! The looks on our faces must have said it all as she glanced at her co-worker and said, with a smirk, "apparently I was too harsh!" At which point, no apology was given. She went back to "closing out" and never said another word to us! We all, in unison, turned to walk out with our jaws collectively on the floor. We met a lovely couple walking in as we were on our way out and my brother looked at them and offered a quiet "Godspeed, I wouldn't go in there if I were you!" They giggled and walked out with us! Perhaps the candy is amazing. Perhaps it would have made me forget about the meanie running the place. Perhaps I will never know. Godspeed, Chocolate Soldier. Godspeed. read more

Chocolate is always OK (not great) but the lady who runs it is so rude. She was upset I paid with a $20 bill when she was out of 2 out of 3 of the chocolates we wanted and had one left of the 3rd choice. We would have purchased more if they had the chocolates we wanted. I've never received attitude for paying with a $20 bill. We will not return. read more

O.k., these are pricey but, they are fresh and the staff knows how to help you choose what you're craving. Don't miss the "meltaways"! Cute little shop tucked into the heart of Dana Point harbor. Nice beginning or ending to a walk around the boats. read more