Cacao

Today was my first time at Cacao Boston, and let me just say—it exceeded my expectations! I got the Dominican-style sandwich, which was delicious, and the dulce de leche latte, which was perfectly sweet and flavorful. The service was amazing as well. The staff have such a welcoming presence, which makes the atmosphere even more comforting. Speaking of atmosphere, the café isn’t too big or too small, and the interior has beautiful colors, tables, and décor. It’s the perfect place to relax and get assignments or work done. I’m definitely coming back!

- One of the best chocolate chip cookies in Boston. Slightly crunchy exterior, chewy interior with plenty of gooey chocolate inside. Also a little salt which is very much appreciated to enhance the flavor - I was at first concerned that they didn’t have drip coffee available, but it seems they made a chance to their menu which is great

Great hot chocolate!! Simply amazing, seeet but not so sweet and the chocolate quality was surprisingly good! Not a Dunkin donut shi 😆 Careful because they mean HOT chocolate, everyone burnt the tongue 😛 lol. Great for a cold day like today 27F

First time visiting. Ambiance was nice and seating was available as they had just opened. They did not have drip coffee which was disappointing.

Niche chocolate gift shop that also serves excellent chocolate drinks. When I first heard about Cacao, I assumed it was just another boutique chocolate shop specializing in gift boxes. But after stopping by a few months ago to pick up some gifts, I noticed it was different. Relaxing cafe vibes and more diverse offerings. Their main focus is obviously on chocolates, fruit jellies, and small dessert gift boxes, but they also serve sandwiches, pastries, and chocolate specialty drinks. So far, I’ve tried the Fleur de Sel and Dulce de Leche drinks, and both were excellent. Neither was overly sweet, and they were smooth even when served iced. The milky note in the Dulce de Leche was barely noticeable (still enjoyable), while the Fleur de Sel had a distinct salty edge that elevated the flavor. As for their chocolates, they’re not the best I’ve had in the city, but they’re well-made, reasonably priced, and unique enough to make for thoughtful gifts. The sandwich was also solid, though the focaccia was slightly dry. The shop itself isn’t huge, but both times I visited, seating was available. On warmer days, they have outdoor tables, so it’s a nice spot to linger. Definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for a place with relatively niche chocolate gifts or just a relaxing café experience.