Who doesn’t love a chocolate fix!? If you get excited about the idea of visiting unique chocolate shops, then you’re really going to love this road trip, where we lead you to seven of our favorite old-school chocolate shops that will drive your taste buds wild. It might just be the sweetest road trip to find some of the best chocolate in SoCal.
Ready for some fun?! Just follow along on this interactive map to head out on this epic, mouthwatering adventure. You’re also invited to select a location that’s closest to you and customize your road trip just the way you like it.
Google Maps We’ve purposely kept this adventure to limited to seven locations, as we know you’ll want to linger at each shop and taste all the fine Southern California chocolates before heading on to the next. Here’s our itinerary; off we go on a memorable trip!
- Schmid’s of San Clemente
Schmid’s of San Clemente/Google Maps Handmade chocolates that melt in your mouth are what you’ll find at Schmid’s of San Clemente. Or, stop in for a fresh strawberry dipped in their rich, house-made chocolate. Be sure to check out the website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit so get some of the best chocolate in SoCal. 99 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
- Lindt Chocolate Shop
Lindt Chocolate Shop/Google Maps
Afreacar Child/Google Maps The delectable Swiss chocolates you’ll find at Lindt in the old-fashioned town of Orange will delight your tastebuds with a variety of concoctions that will appeal to everyone’s sweet tooth. Be sure to check out the store’s official Facebook page for additional information you’ll need to plan your visit. 20 City Blvd W suite c 501, Orange, CA 92868, USA
- Lady Chocolatt
Adrian M. Ortiz/Google Maps This family-owned business in Southern California has been taking chocolate seriously since 2003. With over 300 different handmade chocolates to choose from, you’ll find a little something for everyone. Be sure to check out Lady Chocolatt’s official website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit. It certainly has some of the best chocolate in Southern California. 12008 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, USA
- Edelweiss Chocolates
Jo Remy/Google Maps
Adriana Rebold/Google Maps Since 1942, this local shop has been treating Southern Californians to the creamiest and dreamiest chocolates you can find. From individual chocolates to gift boxes and everything in between, this is a glorious spot to add to your chocolate shop road trip as the experience is quite divine. Be sure to check out the Edelweiss Chocolates website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit.
444 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, USA
- Mignon Chocolate
Chris Aldrich/Google Maps Nothing is more old-school than this decadent chocolate shop that captures a slice of old-world European charm. You’ll find a variety of chocolate styles available, but the classic dark chocolate continues to be a fan favorite. Be sure to check out the official website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit. 936 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91202, USA
- Sugarplum Zoo and Chocolates
Sugarplum Zoo and Chocolates/Facebook Not only is this a yummy chocolate shop, but it’s also a petting zoo! You’ll find artisan chocolates and cute furry critters at this unique destination that is well worth a visit. Be sure to check out the Sugarplum website for important information you’ll need to plan your visit. 39695 Berenda Rd, Temecula, CA 92591, USA
- Eclipse Chocolate
Garie Pamintuan/Google Maps
Robert Lucas/Google Maps This local gem tucked inside the city of San Diego specializes in unique and flavorful handmade cocoa concoctions. Enjoy a divine box of chocolates or show up for a make-your-own-candy bar event for a fun experience like no other. Be sure to visit the Eclipse website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit. It’s one of the tastiest candy stores in Southern California.
2145 Fern St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
What an exquisite way to spend a day in beautiful (chocolate-y) Southern California! Do you have a favorite chocolate shop on this road trip? Or perhaps your favorite spot isn’t along the chosen route. If so, we’d love to know where you like to go when you need a little chocolate pick-me-up.
Google Maps
We’ve purposely kept this adventure to limited to seven locations, as we know you’ll want to linger at each shop and taste all the fine Southern California chocolates before heading on to the next. Here’s our itinerary; off we go on a memorable trip!
Schmid’s of San Clemente/Google Maps
Handmade chocolates that melt in your mouth are what you’ll find at Schmid’s of San Clemente. Or, stop in for a fresh strawberry dipped in their rich, house-made chocolate. Be sure to check out the website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit so get some of the best chocolate in SoCal.
99 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
Lindt Chocolate Shop/Google Maps
Afreacar Child/Google Maps
The delectable Swiss chocolates you’ll find at Lindt in the old-fashioned town of Orange will delight your tastebuds with a variety of concoctions that will appeal to everyone’s sweet tooth. Be sure to check out the store’s official Facebook page for additional information you’ll need to plan your visit.
20 City Blvd W suite c 501, Orange, CA 92868, USA
Adrian M. Ortiz/Google Maps
This family-owned business in Southern California has been taking chocolate seriously since 2003. With over 300 different handmade chocolates to choose from, you’ll find a little something for everyone. Be sure to check out Lady Chocolatt’s official website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit. It certainly has some of the best chocolate in Southern California.
12008 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, USA
Jo Remy/Google Maps
Adriana Rebold/Google Maps
Since 1942, this local shop has been treating Southern Californians to the creamiest and dreamiest chocolates you can find. From individual chocolates to gift boxes and everything in between, this is a glorious spot to add to your chocolate shop road trip as the experience is quite divine. Be sure to check out the Edelweiss Chocolates website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit.
444 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, USA
Chris Aldrich/Google Maps
Nothing is more old-school than this decadent chocolate shop that captures a slice of old-world European charm. You’ll find a variety of chocolate styles available, but the classic dark chocolate continues to be a fan favorite. Be sure to check out the official website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit.
936 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91202, USA
Sugarplum Zoo and Chocolates/Facebook
Not only is this a yummy chocolate shop, but it’s also a petting zoo! You’ll find artisan chocolates and cute furry critters at this unique destination that is well worth a visit. Be sure to check out the Sugarplum website for important information you’ll need to plan your visit.
39695 Berenda Rd, Temecula, CA 92591, USA
Garie Pamintuan/Google Maps
Robert Lucas/Google Maps
This local gem tucked inside the city of San Diego specializes in unique and flavorful handmade cocoa concoctions. Enjoy a divine box of chocolates or show up for a make-your-own-candy bar event for a fun experience like no other. Be sure to visit the Eclipse website for any additional information you’ll need to plan your visit. It’s one of the tastiest candy stores in Southern California.
2145 Fern St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
What did you think of this sweetest road trip to find some of the best chocolate in SoCal? Are you excited to check out these places? Let us know your favorite places to pick up sweets in The Golden State!
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Best Chocolate In SoCal April 16, 2021 Tori Jane What are the most popular chocolate shops in SoCal? Among the most popular chocolate shops in Southern California include such legendary gems as Luisa Chocolatiere in Laguna Hills, Schmid’s of San Clemente Fine Chocolate in San Clemente, and Delon Chocolatier in Burbank. What are the highest-rated candy shops in SoCal? Aside from chocolate shops, here are some of the highest-rated candy shops throughout Southern California:
AusSam Candy in Granada Hills has been around for 25 years and counting. Lolli and Pops in Canoga Park Candy4Less in Whittier has a wide selection
What kind of road trip in SoCal should I take? There are endless road trips in SoCal to take. If you like sweets, try one of our epic SoCal candy road trips. For castles, we’ve got a road trip for that, too. Or, for scenery, take this Fairytale Road Trip In SoCal.
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Best Chocolate In SoCal
April 16, 2021
Tori Jane
What are the most popular chocolate shops in SoCal? Among the most popular chocolate shops in Southern California include such legendary gems as Luisa Chocolatiere in Laguna Hills, Schmid’s of San Clemente Fine Chocolate in San Clemente, and Delon Chocolatier in Burbank. What are the highest-rated candy shops in SoCal? Aside from chocolate shops, here are some of the highest-rated candy shops throughout Southern California:
AusSam Candy in Granada Hills has been around for 25 years and counting. Lolli and Pops in Canoga Park Candy4Less in Whittier has a wide selection
What kind of road trip in SoCal should I take? There are endless road trips in SoCal to take. If you like sweets, try one of our epic SoCal candy road trips. For castles, we’ve got a road trip for that, too. Or, for scenery, take this Fairytale Road Trip In SoCal.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Among the most popular chocolate shops in Southern California include such legendary gems as Luisa Chocolatiere in Laguna Hills, Schmid’s of San Clemente Fine Chocolate in San Clemente, and Delon Chocolatier in Burbank.
What are the highest-rated candy shops in SoCal?
Aside from chocolate shops, here are some of the highest-rated candy shops throughout Southern California:
- AusSam Candy in Granada Hills has been around for 25 years and counting.
- Lolli and Pops in Canoga Park
- Candy4Less in Whittier has a wide selection
What kind of road trip in SoCal should I take?
There are endless road trips in SoCal to take. If you like sweets, try one of our epic SoCal candy road trips. For castles, we’ve got a road trip for that, too. Or, for scenery, take this Fairytale Road Trip In SoCal.
