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Best Chocolate Shops in New York?

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    As the holiday shopping season is already well under way, can anyone tell me what the best places for fine chocolate in New York City is? Any place where I can sample the chocolate before buying is a plus. Thanks!

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    Maribelle chocolates on Madison ave. in the low sixties 2nd floor. It feels like a parisian speakeasy when you enter! you can have Hot chocolate and a light lunch while you browse the most delicious chocolates that are decorated so beautifully you want to save them for yourself!Very helpful staff- good luck!

    Thanks from: Uluru
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    Payard on Lexington is my favorite. If you are a hot chocolate fan, this is the place!

    Thanks from: Uluru
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    Richart on East 55th street is a great designer chocolate place. The detail in the pieces look amazing and are tasty.

    Thanks from: Uluru
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    I love La Maison du Chocolat and Kee's Chocolate. La Maison is high end french chocolate straight from Paris. Kee's is a tiny chocolate shop in Soho making the most delicious truffles ever.

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    In my humble opinion, La Maison du Chocolat is overrated, not to mention overcrowded. I prefer Teuscher; it's also in Rockefeller Center, but quieter and tastier.

    If you're looking for chocolate (or sweet little things in general) to consume rather than to gift, I'd suggest Chikalicious.

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    Meh. Teuscher is ok. But, if you're in Rockefeller Center, La Maison du Chocolat. is far better. They treat their chocolate like precious jewels, and have special shade for the sun.

    Personally, I think La Maison du Chocolat is a bit pricey. You can can nearly the same quality from Jacques Torres Chocolates downtown (and in Brooklyn). And, if you have a child in tow, Jacques Torres is also more entertaining as you can see the chocolate shop in action.

    Both Jacques Torres and La Maison du Chocolat have Hot Chocolate Bars, so even if you aren't buying chocolates, you can always stop in and sit down for a cup of hot cocoa served in fine china.

    And the hot chocolate bar at La Maison du Chocolat is a great little secret when you want to get away from the Rockefeller crowds. It's never crowded.

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    pierre marcolini - great brussels chocolatier now with NYC location. they will fed ex anywhere in the US. 485 Park Avenue

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    Sorry it's a little late for the holiday shopping season, but thought I would let you know that I received a gift from a friend who bought chocolates from Christopher Norman just two blocks from Wall Street. I was impressed! They were like jewels and very delicious.
    http://www.christophernormanchocolates.com/

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    I would have to say Fauchon. Not only are their chocolates divine but, their presentation is so aesthetically appealing. With Valentine's Day coming up, you can't go wrong with this Madison Avenue gem.

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    I enjoy going to the ABC Home Store as they have an interesting selection of chocolates available and of course I like to stop in for tea if I'm buying home decor anyway!

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    Actually, the chocolate shop in ABC Carpet and Home is none other than chocolatier, Michel Cluizel. It's the only chocolate shop, to my knowledge, that holds a liquor license. You'll also find his chocolate shop in Paris, near the Tuileries on rue St.-Honoré.

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    Jacque Torres (former Le Cirque pastry chef) has numerous stores in NYC and opened a chocolate shop on Amsterdam on the Upper West Side. Good chocolate. But the chocolate chip cookies are to die for and really steal the show. And if you have room, walk down the block to Levain bakery and see if you like their big fat chocolate chip cookies better!

    Thanks from: The Rover
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    Pierre Marcolini on Park Ave... (Final answer)

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    I'll cast my votes for Jacques Torres Chocolates and...for chocolate chip cookies, Levain Bakery. But, Dmmack, sadly, Payard has closed its doors because of a rent dispute. Hopefully, they'll find another place to reopen soon.

    Thanks from: The Rover
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    Yes, I heard that the owners of Payard are actively looking for another location and hope to reopen somewhere in Manhattan before the end of the year.

    Thanks from: The Rover
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    Etherscreen - I followed your suggestion and compared the chocolate chip cookies at Jacques Torres Chocolates and Levain bakery. In my opinion, Levain Bakery's were the best. But, don't get me wrong. The cookies at Jacques Torres were delicious. I still am of the opinion that Levain Bakery's cookies are THE BEST I'VE EVER TASTED!

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    Just to follow up on my last post, I just found out that Levain Bakery has had a branch on Long Island for the last ten years. (Levain Bakery's location in Manhattan has been there for fourteen years.) The Long Island branch is located at 354 Montauk Highway in Wainscott. But, unlike the original location in New York City, which is open year-round, the Wainscott branch is only open from early April through late September. I've been told that all the recipes and all the cookies are exactly the same in both locations.

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    I really like Li-Lac in Grand Central Station's marketplace.

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    Here's another place on the upper West Side of Manhattan with a very good selection of various different chocolate treats:

    Neuhaus Createur Chocolatier, 2151 Broadway (between 75th and 76th Streets)

    They say that they've been providing fine chocolates to the world since 1857. I've sampled their wares and I can truly say that I can appreciate why they've stayed in business that long.

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    Yes, Neuhaus is very good as well. Though, it's worth pointing out that they are a Belgian chocolatier, with hundreds and hundreds of shops around the world in more than a few dozen of countries. There are actually three Neuhaus boutiques around the city. In addition to the Broadway location, there's one in Grand Central and another at Lex and 51st as well.

    I only mention their prevalence because if you traveling to New York and are looking for good chocolate, say to buy as a gift for a friend, Neuhaus would not be chocolate that's unique to New York. You can find it practically everywhere. But, it's still excellent chocolate.

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    There's a branch of MarieBelle Fine Treats and Chocolate located in the new Limelight Marketplace, which opened to much fanfare at 656 Avenue of the Americas, complete with a sit-down cocoa bar:

    http://blog.zagat.com/limelight-marketplace-grimaldis-pizza-by-the-slice-cupcakes-and-more?zagatbuzzid=may10week2&utm_source=buzz&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=buzz20100512

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    Try the Sacher torte at Demel, in the Plaza Hotel. Some people consider Demel as a refined version of La Maison du Chocolat:

    http://newyork.seriouseats.com/2008/12/demel-viennese-sweets-inside-the-plaza-hotel-nyc.html

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