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L.A. Burdick Chocolate
Café, Candy Store, and Dessert Shop$$$$
Harvard Square, Cambridge
This café is famous for their hot chocolate. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Dark hot chocolate is the best"(9 Tips)
"When in season, try the lavender macarons - only 75 cents!"(4 Tips)
"try the 1/2 single source + 1/2 white/dark/milk chocolate!"(4 Tips)
"Milk Chocolate is amazing, as is Dark Chocolate."(10 Tips)
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Went five days in row! Had milk hot chocolate, Madagascar hot chocolate, plain croissant & almond croissant...everything was delicious & customer service was spotless! I'll come back a million times!
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susan MOctober 2, 2016This is the best chocolate. They use excellent cocao and not too much sugar, so you really taste the chocolate. Yum! Favorites include snowmen, honey caramel, "Richelieu", pave glace and hot cocoa.Upvote7Downvote
Ido RosenDecember 11, 2014Everything! Wonderful ganaches. Hot chocolate is thick and rich, the small is heaven enough, the large is diabetes inducing. Cakes are delicious. You can't go wrong. But very pricey!!!Upvote5Downvote
Whoaaa: drink a milk chocolate Burdick Mocha. So good - probably the most chocolatey mocha ever! Also the chocolate-raspberry cake is the perfect mix of ganache and fruit.UpvoteDownvote- Ryan StinerSeptember 5, 2016There is a terrific variety of hot chocolates to try, from milk chocolate to spicy dark chocolate and single source chocolate. Come back every week and try them all.UpvoteDownvote
TingJuly 22, 2015Indeed awesome the hot milk dark chocolate. For first timers go for the classic. After that can try the single source, which is even darker.UpvoteDownvote
Gracie Liu-FangSeptember 25, 2013AMAZING milk hot chocolate and macarons. All of their macarons are good and don't have all that unnatural coloring you see in many other places. Awesome environment with great service.UpvoteDownvote- Ryan StinerSeptember 5, 2016Pro tip: Burdick's will automatically give you a to-go cup if there are no open tables. Send a member of your party to immediately secure a table while the other waits to place an order.
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Sophia HDecember 24, 2018Dark hot chocolate is deliciously and indulgently rich, dark, and decadent. Quite steep prices though -- $6 for a "large" cup, which is really just the size of a regular mug, maybe a bit smaller.UpvoteDownvote
Sarah NixonJune 18, 2017Cafe mocha was the best I've ever had. I was a little disappointed in the macaron but really the reason to go is the chocolate!UpvoteDownvote
Daniel GraysonMarch 5, 2018The signature dark may be the best cup of hot chocolate in the world.Upvote1Downvote
Louisa RigaliDecember 31, 2014A great way to warm up on a really cold night: Burdick Blend dark hot chocolates and a Harvard Square, for here!
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Oh where do I begin.... Unique desserts and seasonal drinks. Buy a box of chocolate for that spoiled foodie. And get a hot chocolate for yourselfUpvoteDownvote
Jenny MackintoshJanuary 8, 2012The lavender macaron, wrapped in a piece of wax paper for carrying, is the perfect chic treat. Pair it with a small dark chocolate and wander Harvard Square feeling decadent.Upvote1Downvote- Philip SeifiFebruary 27, 2015Extremely delicious, beautiful chocolate, hot drinks and cake.Upvote1Downvote
Shaw Yean LimFebruary 13, 2012Wishing you had bought a bag of delicious hot chocolate blend? New Yorkers need not despair! For we have our very own Burdick's in the Flatiron District at 5 E 20th St, open 9 to 9 daily.UpvoteDownvote- FavecastNovember 15, 2013Maddie really recommends the hot chocolate and various pastries at L.A. Burdick Chocolate, check out her Favecast recommendation here- http://www.favecast.com/47CdFpvZSbUpvoteDownvote
fabulous savingsFebruary 11, 2012This walking tour lets you eat your way through Boston while visiting (& tasting!) the city's best chocolatiers.Book online with this coupon to save 7% on the tour price (includes guide & chocolates) Read moreUpvoteDownvote
BikaboutApril 16, 2014Famous for its chocolate mice and hot chocolate, and not without ample cause. Also an excellent place to pick up gifts.
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Steph KatrinaFebruary 21, 2016Boutique chocolate store with delicious hot chocolate and candy. Great for datesUpvoteDownvote
A SMarch 11, 2015If you love chocolate, you HAVE to go here. You won't go wrong with any of your selections.UpvoteDownvote- I MJanuary 11, 2012I stopped here in my quest for the best hot chocolate in the world; this smooth, super-rich, flavorful cup is definitely in the running.UpvoteDownvote
Aside from the hot chocolate, which is so delish & rich you only need the smallest size, for a change, try the chai latte. Splurge on a macaron or 2.UpvoteDownvote
Elie MouchrikApril 13, 2013Addictive Hot Chocolate. A piece of heaven on earth. Order it half Dark / half white for a premium tasting experience.Upvote1Downvote
KaitlinJune 27, 2017Have a Harvard Square! Very yummy, very rich. My iced Americano was pretty good, too.UpvoteDownvote
Brian ChangSeptember 19, 2013I'm surprised no one has mentioned the cannelés! Extremely crusty exterior with a moist center. Could be more custardy - but the flavor is phenomenal!UpvoteDownvote
BlingcatJune 29, 2012The Boston Globe named Burdick’s hot chocolate as the best in Massachusetts, but don't leave without trying their lavender macaron!UpvoteDownvote- fabulous savingsFebruary 11, 2012Yummy chocolate frozen yogurts from BoYo! One of the many chocolatiers you'll visit while going on a chocolate tour through Boston.
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Diffuse 5October 30, 2011The Apple Tart is scrumptious with just the right amount of sweetness and a fresh apple flavor.Upvote1Downvote
This place is best for their dark chocolate, but they also pull the best shot of espresso in Harvard Square (unless you hike it to Simon's). Try both!UpvoteDownvote
William NelliganAugust 10, 2014Iced hot chocolate. Sit down and try to spot an academic celeb.Upvote1Downvote
ᴡ BJune 25, 2012Everything is amazing here. If you don't like chocolate, this place will convert you. And if you do, it's a cocogasm.UpvoteDownvote
Mansi MohnaniJanuary 15, 2013Dark hot chocolate os to die for but make sure to ask for the demi. The small can be a bit heavyUpvoteDownvote
Mark J.February 21, 2015This is the top stop for hot chocolate and drinking chocolate in the city!UpvoteDownvote
Quite possibly the best hot chocolate in town. Very limited seating thoughUpvoteDownvote
Monica ReksiedlerNovember 10, 2011Macaroons are $1 now... And rarely an available table! But so worth it!!!!
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WayneNHOctober 17, 2010Best REAL hot chocolate in Boston or most of the US ... or most of Europe for that matter. Just enjoy.Upvote2Downvote
Melissa XieSeptember 26, 2013Their hot chocolates are TO DIE FOR, especially their dark chocolate one.UpvoteDownvote- try the 1/2 single source + 1/2 white/dark/milk chocolate! comes at the price of the hot chocolate and not the single source :)UpvoteDownvote
Drinks don't taste any different in porcelain or paper so just enjoy the best chocolate in town however you were blessed with itUpvoteDownvote
Vivian VoDecember 1, 2014White hot chocolate!! Get the small... They're super sweet but deliciousUpvoteDownvote
Andy RoebuckMarch 4, 2010Best hot chocolate in Boston- make sure you check their small chalk board just to the right of the cash register for possible hot chocolate flavor of the day Read moreUpvoteDownvote- L LamSeptember 2, 2017Used to love hot chocolate, still like it, but a bit sweet and really $$ nowUpvoteDownvote
- Wendy LinMarch 22, 2015Extremely rich...spicy hot chocolate! But a tonnnnn of caloriesUpvoteDownvote
Harvard UniversityDecember 8, 2009Try the macaroons (only 75 cents!), soak up the European atmosphere, and above all, do not miss the hot chocolate--as rich as it comes. Read moreUpvote11Downvote
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