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L.A. Burdick Chocolates

Cold-weather essential — elite hot chocolate.

My Take

Burdick's hot chocolate is genuinely world-class — thick, rich, made with real chocolate, not the powdered stuff. The cafe is small and cozy, perfect for a cold afternoon. The chocolate mice are the signature, but I'm there for the drinks. This is a treat, not an everyday stop.

Why It Matters

There's hot chocolate and then there's Burdick's hot chocolate. It's the kind of thing you build a winter walk around.

Best For

Cold weather treats, date afternoon, when you want to feel European for an hour