L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates
52 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA
Crema's Take
“This charming European-style chocolaterie in Cambridge is the stuff of hot chocolate dreams—reviewers consistently call it the best they've found anywhere, praising its rich, velvety Peruvian single-origin blend that's worth every penny. The intimate, cozy atmosphere feels like stepping into a Swiss café, making it the perfect spot to linger over a cup on a snowy evening while surrounded by expertly crafted bonbons and artisanal chocolate treats. If you're serious about chocolate in any form, this is less of a coffee shop detour and more of a pilgrimage.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Came for buying some chocolate! Milk Chocolate Mouse, Dark Chocolate Mouse: The most classic products. They had a thin string on the back to mimic a tail, which also helps keep your hands clean—a fun and thoughtful design. The cocoa and milk flavors were pure and rich, with a…
Met a friend for hot chocolate on a snowy Monday night and enjoyed the coziness of conversation. Inside is really cute, you feel like you've stepped into Europe. They feature lots of Swiss treats and there's something everyone would like. I ordered a milk chocolate hot…
This is probably the best place on earth to ever have a hot chocolate. I’ve been to all three of their locations and it never disappoints. I’m a big fan of the Peruvian single source. But expect to pay around $20 for two hot chocolates and beware that it’s $1.25 up charge for a…
This is a must-try experience for any chocolate lover. L.A. Burdick crafts what might be the world's best hot chocolate—rich, velvety, and intensely flavored. It truly deserves the hype. The only venue and its extremely limited seating.
This is my favorite place to get hot chocolate. The hot chocolate is the best I’ve found in Boston, the atmosphere is cozy & warm feeling,& the chocolate is delicious. *Pricing is a bit steep with a small hot chocolate currently costing $7.50 & a large costing $9. But it’s…
Crema Reviews
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