When you're a theme park junkie traveling with a foodie, there are a few things you just do, and one is check out the signature eats, so The Chocolatier was high on our list, and it did pretty well for itself, thank you very much. The atmosphere was fun, utilizing retired ride vehicles as booths and playing into the park setting. As expected in Hershey, the menu explored how chocolate can be integrated into a very American menu. I enjoyed the pulled pork grilled cheese: the chocolate barbecue sauce reminded me of a lighter molasses-based sauce so it worked with the barbecue. We had the Ferris Wheel appetizer which was mostly a win, but the items could have shown up on a TGI Friday's menu. The next day, to escape the millions of middle schoolers in the park (I have a whole travelogue brewing for that) we came back because I wanted one of their gigantic milkshakes. The Reese's peanut butter shake was peanut butter to the Nth degree, and it was topped by an entire slice of peanut butter pie. My friend got a stomachache but I love anything peanut butter so this was a win for me. Both times the service was really good. Our servers were friendly and attentive so we never felt we were being ignored or passed over. A+ in the service department. read more

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Made a reservation for 2 and was seated on time. We ordered food right away and it took about a half hour for two meals. I got the heath bar crunch salmon. Salmon was cooked well done, very salty topping. I expected it to be more sweet. The potato's and the asparagus it came with were also very salty, I could barely finish it. And I noticed it came with different vegetables than other pictures. My husband got the buratta app for his main and liked it but didn't think the sauce tasted like twizlers. Not terrible prices, same as if going out to eat around nyc. The ambiance was fine, it was at the top of the stairs of a chocolate store. I probably wouldn't go back but they do have unique Hershey inspired dishes. read more

The Chocolatier - Salmon - New American Near Me - Hershey, Pennsylvania

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I don't get why this place isn't rated higher -- we had an awesome lunch here. The vibe was upbeat, the food was great, and everything came out looking way better than I expected. My daughter got a mint chocolate chip milkshake that was huge. She kept talking about how good it was for the rest of the day. We split the pork nachos, and I'm not exaggerating when I say they were the best nachos I've ever had. Fresh, moist pork, tons of whole chips, and nothing skimpy about the toppings. My friend tried one of the flatbreads and loved it too. It is a little loud because it's so open, but honestly, I liked the energy. Easy five stars from me. read more

The Chocolatier - New American Near Me - Hershey, Pennsylvania

Came here with a group of coworkers and our kids. We were able to make a reservation online a couple of days in advance, which was super convenient. Our server was incredibly sweet and friendly. The food is very rich, and of course we had to try the Ferris wheel appetizer. The kids were hoping the different dishes would spin too! Everyone agreed that the bacon was more like pork belly bites--way too fatty. Thin, crispy slices would have been much better. I had the salmon with the Heath Bar crunch - yum! The flavors of the sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and salmon were so rich I couldn't stop eating. The only downside was that the salmon was overcooked. Other dishes at our table included a burger, shrimp risotto, and some kids' meals. Everyone seemed to enjoy their food, and we left completely stuffed. We do wish was that the ice cream shop downstairs stayed open later. read more

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Overall a decent dining experience was had at The Chocolatier. And the general consensus seems to be that the Food here was pretty good but the Drinks stole the freakin show. And well, why not when you're talking about their incredibly indulgent Reese's Martini, or their super deliciously decadent S'mores Martini drinks. It just stands to reason that whatever main courses they served next had very little chance of overshadowing these outstanding refreshments. The Loaded Mac and Cheese with tender Pulled Short Rib and Smoked Cheddar Queso topped with Hershey's Chocolate BBQ Glaze was clearly a winner. Served in a "Kiss" shaped dish and with plenty to go around. [I'm definitely borrowing this recipe peeps] The Bourbon Maple Glazed Chicken and Waffles seemed to be lacking in both texture and flavor unfortunately the hand breaded Chicken offered zero flavor and the same could be said for the bone-dry Waffle. Thanks to that Maple Glaze and Huge Blob of Butter this dish would have had no chance whatsoever, Lol. Above reminds me of a funny restaurant saying I heard years ago- "Just feed them more booze, butter, and salt. They only have to live long enough to pay the check" LMAO!! more or less it's the truth sometimes, Come And Get Your Munch On!! read more

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Stopped by chocolate world and saw the chocolatier and got a reservation on open table right away. We were greeted and seated immediately. Ive included a Pic of the food menu. I got the reeses chicken sandwich which was so good but if you want a strong pb flavor ask for extra sauce on the side. My husband got the chocolate tier burger. Good but same needed more sauce. Fries were crispy and cooked well. Too full for dessert. Service was good. Its a fun casual theme park esthetics like you are in a carousel. read more

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Service was amazing! The food was delicious and the milkshakes are to die for! Highly recommend eating here if you are planning to visit the park or chocolate world. read more

The Chocolatier - Cookie and Cream Milkshake - New American Near Me - Hershey, Pennsylvania

A friend wanted to eat here so I happily agreed to give it a try. The restaurant is huge, which I'm sure is packed when Hershey Park is open. We had a great server which is always a plus. I ordered a Cobb Salad which was OK. I could have walked into one of a dozen restaurant and had the same quality salad. The salad was filled with chopped vegetables and bacon. They didn't add Bleu Cheese, using cheddar instead. I guess for the cost of the salad I expected more. read more

Service was impeccable! Everyone we came across from hostess to server were attentive and welcoming. We decided to give this place a shot since we had been at the park the entire day. The food was definitely hit or miss. The drinks were fantastic! Food wise we enjoyed the ferris wheel sampler the best. Everything included in the sampler was delicious! Especially the glazed bacon bites and fried pickle dip. This was the dip of our dreams! The entrees is where this experience slacked. The loaded mac n cheese had a little too many cocoa nibs. The burgers buns were a bit tough. The NY strip was the best of the entrees we ordered. Overall this is definitely a drinks and small bites type of place. Definitely recommend everyone to make it in at least once to experience all the hershey creations you can't find anywhere else! read more

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3.5 stars overall for food but rounded up since our server was great and I feel like this is one of those "must try in Hershey Park" at least once. And reservations recommended! We enjoyed the Ferris wheel app, we all preferred one app over another but overall we all enjoyed the mozzarella triangles, chicken tenders, Cuban spring rolls, dill pickle dip and chips, and pork belly/bacon bites! The chicken sandwich had no flavor and looked like they cooked a frozen patty. The burger was okay. The loaded mac said it has pulled short rib but they sprinkled cacao nibs all over it and my son didn't find the crunch appealing. The beef short rib was good, the sauce infused with cocoa but the cacao nibs really wasn't necessary since you don't really taste it but you have that awkward crunching. Well at least we can say we've been there but unfortunately we don't have a desire to go back. read more

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The food and cocktails were excellent!!! The Ferris wheel and the Chocolate Martini ARE A MUST HAVE FOR SURE!!! (I would have had another round if I wasn't needing to be going anywhere else ) read more

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Lots of mixed reviews, but after visiting, I have to wonder how much of that has to do with hot parents and cranky kids after a long day out. This place was cool, quiet, and upstairs from the gift shop, so easy to get to coming out of the park. Not bad at all to get to if you're just coming in for the meal from outside, though. If you're in and out just to eat, parking should end up being free. Service was friendly. Food was very good. Had some cool chocolate-infused items: cocoa powder in unexpected, but pleasant places. We had four adults and all liked their dishes. This was a month ago, so I don't remember the names of all the dishes, but I'm adding pictures. Did not go with kids, which are plentiful if you're already here, so I can't speak to that experience. We loved it. read more

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If you want a restaurant that makes you feel like you're on vacation - the Chocolatier feels like it brings a slice of Universal Citywalk straight to Hershey PA. Our server Savannah was absolutely amazing and sweet and friendly. She made the perfect recommendations and told my son how he could put the sauce and cacao nibs on the side for his loaded mac and cheese. She recommended a martini when I asked her what to choose. When the martini ended up being too strong, she brought me one mixed with soft serve that was perfect!! (The other one with 2 kinds of vodka was okay but we had more roller coasters to ride and it would not have been good!!!) I ordered the mushroom risotto with shrimp. To be honest I would have preferred a few more shrimp - they were amazing. My husband got a bacon cheeseburger (again) and my son got the loaded mac and cheese with beef short ribs. Omg the ribs were amazing. My daughter had a giant plate of pasta off the kids' menu. My son and I shared carrots dusted with cacao and they were okay but I was underwhelmed. They were good when we dipped them in the chocolate bbq sauce. In all, the portions are gigantic. It's overpriced but that's what you get for eating inside the park at a tourist place. But it made us truly feel like we were having a vacation splurge. Better food at the Chocolate Ave Grill but you waste time leaving the park. This is perfect for the experience! read more

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There is a reason The Chocolatier is the premiere spot to eat at Hershey Park. The kitchen serves up some hearty dishes and the presentation is a step above a standard restaurant. If you want the flashiest item, you need to get the appetizer sampler. It comes on a mini Ferris wheel! The kids were astounded and amazed. They even ate! The food was pretty good. And do not worry, there are dishes that do not have any chocolate, I promise. Again, if you want the maximum presentation, order a meal that comes in a skillet - a Hershey's kiss shaped skillet! So yea you can see the theme. The food is good but the presentation is the best part. Top it all off with a chocolate martini and you get the full experience. read more

We stopped by on a busy Saturday night after Hershey Chocolate World, and got bar seating immediately. The chocolate flight was a great choice -- with 3 variations. A bit expensive at $25 but I excepted touristy pricing. Staff was really nice and kept us with the busy night. read more

The Chocolatier - New American Near Me - Hershey, Pennsylvania

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When leaving the park, they have a gimmicky chocolate themed restaurant that seemed to attract a lot of attention. We tried it out getting a couple of their signature items. Of course we started off with a couple chocolate martinis which were decent and strong. Next we got the short rib and steak which were both absolutely fantastic. Both meats were very tender and were paired with sauces that had a slight chocolate taste/sweetness to it - very similarly to the sweet earthy flavor of mole. I 100% thought this place was going to be a tourist trip but the food was surprisingly very good and incorporated the chocolate very well into each dish. Our server was great as well. Would love to come back to try more chocolate inspired dishes! Entrees: Cocoa-Dusted Beef Short Rib and Hershey Spice rubbed NY Strip Drinks: Hershey's Chocolate Martini and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Martini read more

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We dined for Easter Brunch and had a delightful experience. We made a reservation and were seated promptly. The decor is so fun and bright and there is a great view of Chocolate World. We ordered the Ferris Wheel and shared that along with a salad and flatbread - it made for a great Instagram picture! The food was just OK and you can tell that not a lot of the ingredients were fresh. A lot of what they serve was previously frozen, Prices are what you would expect for a theme park restaurant but not as outrageous as Disney. My only real complaint is that the servers are not knowledgeable about ingredients. We asked about ingredients due to an allergy and a server had to track down three other people in order to find out what was in a particular sauce. Skip dessert here and go to the ice cream parlor or bakery downstairs where there is more of a selection and not as expensive! If you are looking for a theme park dining experience without expectations for gourmet or high quality food, then dine here and enjoy your meal before or after the park! read more

We went to see the Chris Stapleton concert on June 24th Wednesday. We got there for the reservation an hour early so we decided to order a drink but all the bar seats were taken so my buddy and I stood next to the pick up station at the bar so we wouldn't be in the waitress's way. Our wives stood off to the side and waited. Four guys behind the bar and they were busy mixing drinks so I waited over "20 minutes" patiently for four draft beers. Not one of them acknowledged me or my buddy. A quick glance and then they all completely ignored us almost as if to say, "If you don't have a seat you're not getting served". Finally one of them very rudely says he needs to see I.D. OK. We did out I.D.s and then were ignored for another 10 minutes. At this point I'm ready to tell him to shove the beers where the sun doesn't shine but I remained calm and said "Jeez is it always this busy"? He looks up and says "I've been in the weeds since we opened and I'm ready to go home". Not like most bartenders that I've had the pleasure of meeting. Usually they would visually acknowledge you and say "Hi, What can I get you", It might be a minute". By the time we got our beers then table was ready. The only thing that I can say nice about this place is that our waitress Heather was a ray of sunshine. She was so sweet and kind and quick. I told her that she was the nieces person that we had run into since we got there. We tipped her well but we will NEVER GO BACK FOR BECAUSE OF THE RUDE BARTENDER. Tall skinny kid. I couldn't see his name tag. read more

We dined at The Chocolatier during our last night in Hershey for my friend's bachelorette party weekend. Looking to get as much of a chocolate experience as we could in the short time we had here, this seemed like an obvious place to check out - so off we went. The Chocolatier is located on the ground of Hersheypark, adjacent to the theme park itself on the second floor of a large open indoor space (the first floor houses a gift shop that is attached to the park). We arrived to a fairly empty restaurant, though I infer it's because it was 8pm during the offseason (many a review say this is a hard place to get into during peak months). The restaurant has a carnival theme with booths made to look like ride vehicles and other aesthetics that give off a theme park feel. The most unique factor of the menu is that some of the dishes are made with chocolate when it normally would not. Besides that, the fare here is pretty much American casual. We decided to start with drinks because bachelorette party - I went with the cranberry spritz which wasn't the best, it tasted like juice more than anything else. For apps we started with the loaded fries and the Ferris Wheel. The loaded fries were good, they were topped with shredded beef and a tasty sauce. The Ferris Wheel was essentially several different apps arranged in plates that doubled as cars of a ferris wheel. Mozzarella wedges, pretzel bites, chicken tenders, chips with dip - it was a fun arrangement; the actual apps themselves were fine - tasty junk food. For my main I decided to get one of their chocolate-themed dishes - the pulled pork sandwich. I wasn't really impressed with it - I couldn't taste any chocolate, and the pork was dry (partly due to the lack of substantial sauce). The fries that came with the meal were fries. Service was a mixed bag, on one had they did an excellent job as one member of our party has severe food allergies and they went above and beyond to make sure nothing that was served to us would trigger them. On the other hand, there were misses - both myself and my friend asked for club sodas and neither of them were delivered. Also, perhaps due to the time, we were not offered dessert - they threw some Hersheys Kisses on the table along with our cheque. Everyone was friendly which was a plus. Overall, The Chocolatier was an underwhelming experience. This is a popular restaurant, though I infer it's due to location, theme, and lack of other options in the area. While they were friendly, I wasn't impressed with the food and would think twice before dining here again. read more

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I came here on April 6 a Sunday with a reservation at 7:15. The restaurant was not crowded and our server Camden immediately greeted us and was so kind throughout our whole meal! I wanted a s'mores martini since I saw a lot of pictures online for it but she said they took it off two days ago because it was seasonal. It seems like a lot of their menu is seasonal since a lot of food I saw online was no longer being offered. I ordered the Reese's burger ($20) which was so large and filling. There were nuts inside but overall tasted like a normal burger you can find anywhere. We took the fries and our milkshake to go since we were so full after just one burger and no appetizer. I will definitely be back and order a dessert when I have more stomach room! read more

The Chocolatier - Reese's burger - New American Near Me - Hershey, Pennsylvania

Wanted the full Hershey experience, so we stopped here for dinner after a day exploring Hershey and have to admit we were pretty disappointed. The drinks were delicious - I'll give them that - but the food was lackluster. I had a margherita flatbread - which was more like dough with sliced tomatoes, a few small dollops of mozzarella, and saturated in chocolate infused balsamic - making it far more of a caprese than margherita. I had a side of the mushroom risotto as well which was okay but nothing to write home about. For the price, I expected the food to be a bit tastier, so I'd likely find somewhere else to eat next time I'm in Hershey. read more

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The waitress was great! However it should not take 3 hours to receive a burger and some dessert. Food was mediocre at best and very over priced. read more

Great new foods to try, and classics for the kids (or kids at heart). We got the Ferris wheel and it was great! But it doesn't move- so what was disappointing for sure. The dip was great! Egg rolls with dipping sauce 5/5 Chicken tenders were 4/5 Pickle dip 5/5 Bacon 3/6 Mozzarella Moons 4/5 Pulled Pork Sandwich 4/5 (needed more sauce) Loaded Mac & Cheese 3/5 Chicken Tenders were big, the size of a 2006 blackberry. PB Dream Milkshake 5/5 it's a lot and should be shared. We ordered it before the food, and we took the pie off and saved that and the chocolate pretzel for dessert and shared the shake. Def recommend bc it saves you money on dessert. We over ordered for our table and took home leftovers. read more

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The server was fantastic and personable, but the food just wasn't very good. The loaded Mac and cheese was watery, the steak was fatty and the chicken and waffle sandwich was pretty disgusting. The service was excellent but our dessert order took almost 45 minutes. The waitress kept telling us it was almost done but it took a very long time. The restaurant was clean but due to the nature of a theme park restaurant the ambiance was chaotic, but this did not factor into my review. read more

Great place if you are visiting the park- Enjoyed this establishment. Not a lot of GF options but they do have some salads, and I enjoyed mine. The atmosphere is nice. Cocktails are good. My non-GF folks were very happy. The kids got the appetizer in a Ferris wheel that had all sorts of items- chicken fingers, wings, mozzarella sticks- looked yummy! Husband got a sandwich that he enjoyed. I love the atmosphere/design and the service was solid. Again, It's an option that I recommend if you are visiting the park or chocolate world. read more

We went on Saturday night after going to Hersheypark as we do every year when my mother in law visits from FL. Our waitress was absolutely phenomenal. The ferris wheel sampler never disappoints. My mother in law and myself both got shrimp tacos which were amazing. My wife got the Rees's Take 5 chicken sandwiche and she loved it. Our son got the kids grilled cheese which was....a grilled cheese lol. He liked it. Of course our son had to finish with a milkshake. read more

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Reviews are reminders to myself Nice atmosphere that fits with the rest of the Hershey Park. Awesome waiter (Casey i think) who had friendly and funny banter. Amazing suggestions for our food as well. Loaded fries - nice crispy thick cut fries and fluffy on the inside, pulled pork was cooked well with the chocolate adding some depth to the savoriness, just enough of the cheese and sauces without overwhelming the dish **ordered this again the next time as well Cocoa dusted beef short ribs - tender meat with the bones taken out, chocolate sauce added depth to the flavors, very good dish Chicken Alfredo - favorite entree, pasta was cooked to perfection, very creamy sauce with cheese melted into it without any clumping (loved the sauce), chicken was a tad overcooked but better safe than sorry Heath bar crusted salmon - the favorite of my friends, salmon was a tad overcooked to my tastes, the crust saved the dish-- light enough that the taste of salmon still dinner through and the toffee bits added a nice change in texture of a bite Loaded mac and cheese - wasn't a suggestion from the waiter and ordered on second visit, it was a good Mac n cheese but nothing amazing, more of the watery variety (which i do like) rather than heavily cheesed, not sure the chocolate added to the dish Reese's cheesecake - Reese's was not overpowering the cheesecake itself so even my friend who doesn't like Reese's liked it, basically Reese's peanut butter mixed in with the cheesecake in probably a 1:2 ratio, chocolate bottom crust, crumbled Reese's cup sprinkled on top with peanut butter and chocolate drizzles read more

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There was no explanation for a need for reservations, and when we went to check in around 2 PM today we were told they were not taking any more walk-ins. No apology, no gentle approach to letting us know. No signage or anything indicating they were done with walk-ins. Overall, we are very disappointed in the service and response from Hersheypark and despite the amount we paid to get in the park - we felt like they took advantage of us. Not happy with the park. Milton Hershey, in history, seemed to be very giving to his community and those around him. I don't see his heritage being considered at all. It's all about money here and nothing else. Very frustrated and disappointed with this experience. But, we found the Mill at Hershey was a great experience - don't waste your time at the park with their tourist traps. Go to the Mill. Avoid this place. I said what I said and I meant every bit. read more

I came here to eat when I visited Hershey, PA. I heard many amazing reviews on Tiktok and how they put chocolate in everything, even the savory foods. It is a lot of American food, including classics and fried foods. We got the Ferris Wheel sampler to share ($38). The food itself felt basic because it just had wings, mozzarella sticks, pretzels, corn cheese, and tenders. We also got the cocoa cuban and pulled pork, but the chocolate taste is very subtle. I didn't really taste it, nor did I know what I should have been looking for. We parked fairly far away with the other park visitors. I think this place is good to try once and experience. Take a look at the Hershey gift shop, which is the ground floor of this restaurant. Make sure you also make a reservation! read more

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SERVICE: I came here with a party of 9 and unfortunately, we didn't have a reservation. The hostess, Kaitlyn, did tell us that we can sit at the outdoor patio, which was first come first serve and was basically empty. We all sat outside, but what she did not tell us was that the outdoor patio had a limited menu. So we all had to go back inside and be put on a waitlist to get a table indoors. I wish Kaitlyn would've mentioned that because then we would not have wasted the time going outside in the first place. It did seem like she had a bit of an attitude, so I decided not to deal with her and asked to speak to the manager instead. There were a lot of tables empty as well, but we were told they were reserved. Upon leaving, those tables were never occupied. The manager, Desiree, was kind enough to notify us that it was not going to take the said 30 minutes to get a table, but rather 10 minutes and that she will expedite it for us. So within about five minutes, we actually got our table and it took us a while for our server, Baron, to take our orders. Eventually when he did, it also took a while for our food and drinks to come out. This was towards the end of the night, so it was not that busy. One of my friends had ordered a side of the mushroom risotto along with his chicken and waffles entrée. He got his chicken and waffles, but never got the mushroom risotto. So he had to ask about it and they gave him a small sauce cup full of roasted mushrooms. We were also confused. The manager then said she will make it right and after he finished his entrée, he got his side of mushroom risotto which turned out to be dry. For an issue like this something as simple as a mushroom risotto side dish for $7.50, I feel like they should have comped him for that side dish. Not only was it delayed, but they gave him the wrong dish as well. The other issue I had was my check was wrong. I had someone else's side dish on my check. when I brought it up to our server, Baron, he gave me a new check, which was completely different, but it was less than what I expected so I put my card down and paid for it. I figured for the hard times they were comping one of our dishes. he then proceeded to charge the wrong card (my friend's credit card) for our check. It's a good thing I noticed it and then he had to void that check. when he ran the correct card, the total was completely different than what the check he gave me was - even after I clarify the total with him and he said yes. I got really frustrated that I had to ask to speak to a manager again, who ended up giving us a discount for the hard times. While I understand that we were a party of nine and we did split our check five ways, I felt like the least he could have done was compensate something rather than having us wait until he tried to fix the issue multiple times. FOOD: Crispy Chicken Sandwich ($21): so the special thing about this sandwich is that it has a Swizler's hot honey sauce, which one which I was a little skeptical about, but overall the crispiness of the chicken is what blew me away. The chicken was very crispy. My only step back though was the chicken meat itself was dry. Slow-Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich ($19): right off the back, I could tell there was not enough sauce on the pulled pork sandwich and when I took a bite, it was very dry. I had to ask for more of their Hershey's barbecue sauce on the side. The chocolate flavor in the barbecue sauce was not my cup of tea. The other thing was that the pulled pork lacked any smoky flavor. I don't think it was anything to write home about. DRINKS: Cookies N Cream Milkshake ($18.75): their milkshakes overall are definitely more for show for the over the top presentation, which is the reason why you're paying $18.75 . I did enjoy the cookies and cream milkshake. It came with a cookies and cream covered pretzel stick as well as a slice of cake. Personally, I thought the slice of cake was not that great. The other thing I noticed is that the milkshake was 1/3 whipped cream. Twisted Strawberry Milkshake ($18.75): this milkshake was topped with two cake pops that taste exactly like a Twizzler, as well as a chocolate covered strawberry. I'm not that big of a fan of twiddlers but if you are, they really nailed the flavor on this milkshake. Smoked Chocolate Tequila Old Fashioned ($20): I don't typically do old fashioneds, but when I saw someone from another table order it, I had to try it. They bring the cocktail in a box full of smoke so again you are definitely paying for the presentation. This was definitely the highlight of my experience. I never thought I would like an old-fashioned this much. The tequila had such a smooth flavor and the brown sugar syrup complimented not only the smokiness, but the chocolate bitters perfectly. It was subtly sweet and all the flavors were very well balanced. This is a cocktail that I would love to try to make at home and have again. read more

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We visited the Chocolatier shortly after they opened on a Saturday. First, we had a reservation and I'm fairly certain they were turning everyone away without one, so plan ahead. Although the bar was empty (which would've been my choice but, alas, we had our five year old with us). We were seated right around the time of the reservation and our server Octavio came to the table quickly. He took our drink orders and I was happy when he returned in short order with two beers and a milk for our son. We typically order our sons food first so he has something to stay occupied and give us a break. But he wasn't into the kid's menu, nothing bad, but nothing special either. We decided to get Ferris Wheel Sampler: Hershey's Chocolate Barbecue Chicken Wings, Crispy Mozzarella, Classic Chicken Tenders, Cheesy Corn Dip, Soft Pretzel Dippers. This was going to double as an unhealthy start to our meal and an unhealthy lunch for our son. We told the server we would order our entrees when the appetizer came out (I'm glad we waited!). It took a long time for this thing to get to our table, I gave up keeping track of time after 35 minutes. Even though this was slow, our server kept our drinks full and we were fine just relaxing. The Ferris Wheel is cute in theory but not the easiest to navigate, it would be easier if it actually turned so you could get to the food. Nonetheless, we tried it, the tenders were okay as was the mozzarella, the wings were pretty good and I was happy the sauce wasn't too sweet. Pretzels were decent but the best item was the cheesey corn dip; that's a must have! We did order our entrees, a chicken sandwich for my wife and a burger for me. Nothing special for either. Fortunately these did not take 35 minutes like the appetizer but it wasn't quick either. The burger was great, perfectly cooked (seasoned too) and the fries were good. I would come back here, not do the Ferris Wheel appetizer, but definitely order a burger and request Octavio to be our server. The service was great, the food was slow but it was good once it arrived. Oh, and they have monster shakes if you haven't had enough sugar at Hershey. read more

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The Chocolatier is indeed a delight for the senses, and a reservation is highly recommended! Surely to sweeten the day, the restaurant boasts appetizers, main course, and beverages of all sorts concocted with all things chocolate. Careful to note in the varieties, especially where nut and gluten are present in the dishes. Time is of the essence, I was able to enjoy my cocktail and small plate despite the stall in service (even with reservations). My chocolate martini was absolutely delectable, and the ribs were sticky, sweet, fork tender, and fall off the bone yummm. It's definitely a treat to indulge! As others have mentioned, time slows down here. Service is a bit jammed as they cater to large parties, and process flow in the kitchen may be burdened, especially peak hours. Customer service from our sever the evening we arrived was warm and attentive. While we didn't require much attention, her balance with other parties was demanding and evident. Kudos to the team, especially for an evening with an event at the stadium! Accessibility to the 2nd level where the restaurant is located, wide open stairs, and elevators are available. Limited seating by the elevators for those who require it. read more

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No parking for restaurant. They don't validate. Waited for 45 mins. Table not ready early. Then waited 30 mins and table still not ready. Ended up eating at the bar. Nearly cost me $60 in parking. Very disappointed. Would not recommend. The bar tenders at the bar were good. But not what I wanted to do with kids. read more

I booked a reservation for 6 at the Chocolatier on a Friday evening. We were greeted by a friendly host who offered to help me if I wanted to switch tables due to spacing since we had a baby in our group. We didn't end up switching tables which was fine. Our server was great-I don't remember his name, but he was friendly and quick with ordering. We parked in the Chocolate World parking area because i didn't want to pay $$$ to park all 3 of our cars for a 2 hour dinner. So we just watched what time our parking tix was stamped and made sure we were leaving the parking area in 2 hours. I absolutely think Hershey should offer free parking for anyone only eating at the Chocolatier. We are locals and we only wanted to eat and then leave. I spent around $300 on dinner so I would think we should have our parking tix validated for free 2 hour parking. The decor at the Chocolatier was cute...Christmas trees and other decor made it festive. My DIL had a Reese's martini which she enjoyed. Both my son and SIL had milkshakes and they both agreed that the whipped cream had no flavor...it seemed to be missing sugar. My SIL liked his shake, but said the peanut butter pie that was on top of the shake wasn't the best he ever had. My son had the cookie on top of his cake and that was tasty. He enjoyed the Mac n cheese in the Hershey kiss skillet...cute! I had the shrimp tacos which were good, but I think the $19 cost was a bit pricey. It was my birthday that evening and when I made the reservation on Open Table I was even asked if there was a special occasion. I did say it was my birthday, but no one mentioned it during our time at the restaurant so I can't confirm if they do anything unique for a celebration. Overall, I am glad we went, but it was a bit expensive to make it a regular stop plus I find the parking fee/gouging to be very irritating. read more

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Interesting place. A nice little space tucked just outside the park. It's located on the second floor of what is also a gift shop below. Nearly all the dishes have a creative use of Hershey chocolate in them in some way. The space is nice and modern inside. My daughter had a flat bread with tomatoes, mozzarella and a chocolate balsamic drizzle. She seemed to enjoy it. I tried some and liked it as well. My son had the shrimp tacos. I don't remember them having any chocolate use in them. He was a little disappointed in them. Both in quality and quantity of food. My wife had a burger which also didn't have any chocolate use. I had the chocolate town burger. It came with white cheddar, thick cut bacon and chocolate dipped chips on it. I'm sorry to say it, but I hated it. I think it was the chocolate chips. It was a struggle to eat it. It was better when I removed the chips and added chocolate. The fries were good however. read more

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We visited Pennsylvania for the first time and decided a trip to Hershey Park was in order. When we were doing our research and discovered The Chocolatier, we knew we had to dine here, particularly since we had kiddos with us. The ambiance is very cute, with lots of circular booths and a full bar. Everything on the menu features chocolate in some way (even savory dishes), which may sound odd, but it was fantastic! Service was attentive and fun. The cocktail list was a one banger after another. I think I'm going to try to copy some of their cocktails! Our food was definitely better than what you'd get at most theme parks--and I say this as a previous long-term Disney annual pass holder--but it is still theme park dining. Don't come here expecting a Michelin dine, but do come here expecting above average theme park fare, an incredible cocktail menu, and a ton of whimsy! While the restaurant is pretty big, so is park attendance. I definitely recommend getting a reservation. read more

The Chocolatier - This cocktail menu has become a homework assignment! - New American Near Me - Hershey, Pennsylvania

First things first, when traveling to this establishment the GPS will take you the wrong way. All you need to know it that the restaurant itself is located inside the park. ( no you don't need admission to the park) for entry. It's almost as if you are attending chocolate world essentially. Now, to the review of this beautiful establishment. The restaurant itself just brings back so many memories. You get to experience old rides ( that they have since turned into seating) and photos from Hershey parks past. The service is nothing but perfection, you are greeted with smiles and any question you may have they will answer. The food was delicious, the freshly whipped mash is a must, I also loved how creative they were with the menu. Incorporating chocolate where ever they could. Definitely a must visit while at the park or even just for a night out. read more

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Reservations are pretty much a must. We weren't able to get a reservation, so we had about a 45 min wait for a table. Note that the bar is first come, first serve and kids are allowed to sit at the bar. The chocolate martinis were incredible, of course. The menu was plentiful with lots of great sounding options. And lots of the options included chocolate. Everything we ordered was delicious. Our service was very nice, friendly, and patient. Its definitely a little loud and chaotic since the restaurant gets so packed. But it was still a pleasant and fun dining experience. read more

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If you're a teacher in need of a grade-A sugar rush or looking to recharge your batteries after a semester of lesson plans, detentions, and staff meetings that felt like they'd never PEZ out, look no further than The Chocolatier at Hersheypark. This place aced our expectations and turned an average outing into a full-on candy-coated curriculum of fun. From the moment we entered, the ambiance was like walking into a well-behaved classroom on a Friday--pure joy. The vibe was part Willy Wonka, part cozy faculty lounge (if said lounge served massive milkshakes and pretzel rolls). The staff was sugar-sweet and punctual, just like the student who hands in homework before it's due. Let's talk menu: the food was as extra as a student who types their essays in Comic Sans just to get attention, but in the best way. Jess was butterfinger-lickin' impressed by her Cocoa-Dusted Ribs, Julianne said her burger was Snickers-worthy satisfying, Larry gave an honor roll to the Chicken n' Waffles, and Joe nearly melted like a Hershey bar in June over the Reese's Peanut Butter Milkshake. We laughed, we reminisced, we graded desserts like finals--and they all passed with flying chocolates. The signature Reese's Bomb Shake deserves a teacher's gold star, and the rest of the dessert menu? Let's just say we were detained by decadence. We Chewedle-d over options before finally ordering the Chocolate Fun-due Tower--the kind of assignment we were happy to complete as a group project. By the end of the meal, we weren't just full--we were tenured in delight. The Chocolatier isn't just a restaurant; it's a field trip for your tastebuds, a classroom where dessert is always on the syllabus, and a reminder that life's a little sweeter when you pause your grading and pick up a spoon. Final grade? A+ with extra sprinkles. We'll definitely be re-enrolling next semester. read more

The Chocolatier - My friend JC had the most divine experience eating this entire thing by herself. It was so good, she called it "heaven in a glass" - New American Near Me - Hershey, Pennsylvania

I have no qualms with the new; places that open to give opportunity for unique experiences, even when they come with a corporate price tag which lends more credence to an attempt to simply rein in more revenue. The Chocolatier has that unique quality of offering food with flair and boasts a small, but varied menu that doesn't overwhelm. I've noticed it takes a while for food to get to the table after ordering, even when it's not crowded, but I can't speak for staffing. Its position over the gift shop at Hersheypark adds a chaotic atmosphere, especially during the peak season, but this is also convenient for Park goers. The first time I went here, I ordered the pulled pork which I found satisfactory in flavor and price. The second time was just as enjoyable, but the third time, as I ate with my sister's family, I was disappointed. Chicken fingers are a part of the ferris wheel appetizer and, while they are tasty when cooked, are rather unappetizing when served with raw interiors; especially when being provided to children. The staff, however, were accommodating and contrite, and quickly replaced the item which was the only issue on the platter which was waived from our fee; everything else was delicious. Then, when the checks came for our two families, I had an item (one soda) added to mine, but this was a small issue I was willing to overlook. The thing that boggled me once I realized too late, was that my check was returned with my sister's card and she had, thus, paid for my meal, and I hers. I don't know how our cards and checks were swapped; it seemed almost intentional because each check was enclosed in its own booklet with the respective cards. Our meals were similar enough in price for me not to fuss over it, but the blunder put a damper on our departure. As a Hershey-area resident, I have to admit I'm regretfully hesitant to try the Chocolatier again. read more