The Lower Hudson Valley is home to a tempting collection of chocolate shops, where handcrafted truffles, rich caramels, and beautifully crafted confections offer something special for every sweet tooth or sweetheart. From longtime local favorites to artisan chocolatiers who put creative spins on classic treats, this guide highlights some of the region’s most delicious destinations for chocolate lovers.
A Chocolatey Trip Through Rockland, Putnam, and Westchester Counties
Lucas Candies
Haverstraw
This historic institution has been at the same location since 1896, known for crafting renowned gourmet chocolates, rich fudge, and unique wine-pairing flights, establishing it as a notable local and regional landmark.
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Tree of Chocolate
Nyack
A delightful and charming downtown shop that offers a wide selection of carefully curated artisanal sweets, premium loose-leaf teas of exceptional quality, delicious chocolate-dipped fruits, and a variety of distinctive European imports that evoke a sense of European elegance and craftsmanship.
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Chocolatier Matisse
Orangeburg
They’re known for their handmade chocolate barks, signature cocoa bombs, and fresh, dipped chocolate strawberries. They also host fun craft events everyone can enjoy, making each visit special.
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Le Chocolate of Rockland
Suffern
A kosher-certified chocolate shop and manufacturer offering a wide variety of sweet treats, including truffles, pralines, chocolate-covered fruit, pretzels, graham crackers, nonpareils, chocolate bars, and sugar-free options. Customers can visit a local storefront for in-person pickup or place orders online for delivery or pickup.
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Melt
Monsey
It’s a new specialty shop that mainly focuses on high-quality chocolates, candies, custom flower arrangements, and creative gift presentations. They offer both dairy and pareve options, making them a great choice for gifts and special occasions when you want something a bit special.
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Chocolate Decor
Monsey
A kosher chocolate and gift shop situated at the entrance of Rockland Kosher Supermarket. It specializes in chocolate trays, arrangements, gift presentations, and fresh chocolates.
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Cafe Chocolat
Spring Valley
More of a café or chocolate dessert shop than a traditional chocolatier, it offers chocolate drinks, pastries, specialty chocolate desserts, and trendy items like Dubai-style chocolate. It’s a good place to sit and enjoy rather than just purchase a box of chocolates.
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Cold Spring Candy Co.
Cold Spring
A charming boutique factory located on Main Street, exuding a vintage ambiance. It specializes in handcrafted, artisanal chocolate bars produced in small batches, gourmet truffles made with premium ingredients, and rich, delicious homemade fudge crafted with care. The atmosphere combines nostalgic charm with a focus on quality and craftsmanship.
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ChocoSweetBerries LLC
Carmel Hamlet
A gourmet chocolate shop specializing in handcrafted chocolate-covered strawberries and other dipped treats, such as pretzels, Oreos, marshmallows, and Rice Krispies. They also offer dessert cups, gift baskets, dessert tables, and custom orders.
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Third Bean
Putnam Valley
A small-batch artisan chocolatier focusing on vegan dark chocolate and sugar-free confections. Their products include dark-chocolate bars, filled bonbons, and chocolate-dipped stuffed Medjool dates. The brand seems to prioritize pickup and retail partners over a traditional walk-in store.
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Lil’ Chocolate Shoppe
Pleasantville
A well-established local venue operating since 1986, widely recognized for its handcrafted, customizable truffle boxes and personalized chocolate pops, offering a wide variety of flavors and designs to suit every taste and occasion.
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Chocolations
Mamaroneck
A women-owned artisanal chocolate factory renowned for crafting freshly made, premium-quality truffles, homemade brittles, and small-batch caramels, all created with artisanal expertise and a commitment to quality.
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The Village Confectionery
Sleepy Hollow
A beautifully curated boutique specializing in “sweet provisions,” renowned for its extensive international chocolate selections, gourmet bark varieties, and a wide, nostalgic candy counter that offers a delightful array of confections from around the world.
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Cocoa
Larchmont
A small, established artisan chocolate shop known for Belgian chocolates, including handmade barks, truffles, chocolate-covered nuts, peanut butter cups, and brownies. It is especially renowned for its dark chocolate bark.
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Chocolate Works
Scarsdale
More than just a traditional chocolate shop, it features truffles, molded chocolates, chocolate-covered Oreos and pretzels, as well as gifts and chocolate-making activities or parties. It’s especially appealing for families or for creating custom chocolate gifts.
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ThePod by CocoaCompassion
Dobbs Ferry
A notably interesting option for bean-to-bar and specialty chocolate. The shop emphasizes ethically sourced chocolate, offers house-made bars, international chocolate products, as well as sipping chocolate and other drinks.
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Venchi Chocolate & Gelato
White Plains
Located inside The Westchester mall, this Italian chocolate and gelato boutique offers Venchi bars, truffles, gift boxes, gelato, and hot chocolate. It’s a great choice for premium Italian-style chocolates.
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Chocolate House
Yonkers
A dessert-focused chocolate destination offering chocolate crepes, waffles, shakes, ice cream, and chocolates or pistachio desserts, including Dubai-style chocolate creations.
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