It’s that sweet goodness that everyone craves. Even those who ‘claim’ to not be fans of chocolate find themselves indulging in some way or another. Chocolate has a long history, dating back over 4000 years! Did you know its origins come from what is present day Mexico? You don’t have to travel to Latin America to find it now! If you’re looking for the best Ontario chocolate, we’ve rounded up a sweet list of the best chocolate shops in Ontario!
10 Best Ontario Chocolate Shops
While World Cholate Day is celebrated at the beginning of July, any day is a great day to treat yourself! So, whether you’re looking for some treats to share with friends and family or on the hunt for the best truffles for your Valentine, we’ve got you covered! Here are the best chocolate in Ontario to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Rheo Thompson Candies
Best known for the renowned Stratford Festival, it’s also home to one of the best Ontario chocolate shops! Rheo Thompson Candies is home to the best chocolate in Stratford Ontario! They’ve been in business since 1969 and delighting the stomachs of locals and visitors for over 50 years.
Rheo is a Canadian family owned and operated candy company that still makes the majority of their over 150 products by hand. They’ve even made the commitment to using chocolate from partnerships that focus on cocoa sustainability.
You’ll find an array of treats at Rheo Thompson, including hand made chocolates and confections. They also have sugar free and dairy free options too! However, the best chocolate from Rheo is their signature Mint Smoothies! Plus, if you’re looking for a great gift idea for the holidays, they even come in advent calendars that can be shipped across North America.
Be sure to add Rheo Thompson to your list of great places to eat in Stratford!
Rheo Thompson Candies Information
Address: 55 Albert St, Stratford, ON
Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 am – 5:30 pm Sunday 11 am – 3 pm
Delivery: Yes, delivery available across North America
J’adore
Another great city for foodies is Barrie! Along with a ton of great restaurants in Barrie, you’ll find one of Simcoe County’s best cheese and chocolate shops, J’adore! In the heart of downtown Barrie, J’adore Fine Cheese and Chocolate has a staggering selection of cheese, local products, and of course chocolate.
Stepping in your greeted by the aroma of fine foods and a stunning chandelier that’s dripping with elegance. At their cheese counter you’ll find over 200 cheeses from around the world. Next to that is their beautiful assortment of handmade gourmet chocolates. All of their chocolates are made by their talented chocolatier onsite! If you’re looking for which one to try, the Fleur de sel is a top seller!
Below the shop is a hidden gem! The Speakcheasy is a fun 1920’s inspired lounge where they host a variety of events.
Along with their fine chocolates they also do fun packages that make for great gifts! Like for Valentine’s Day they have Self-Love boxes that are perfect for a loved one or yourself!
J’adore Information
Address: 123 Dunlop St E, Barrie
Hours: Wednesday & Thursday 11 am – 4 pm, Friday 11 am – 5 pm, Saturday 10 am – 4 pm, Sunday to Tuesday Closed
Delivery: Yes, delivery available locally.
Raven Rising
One of the best Northern Ontario chocolatiers is Chef Maki. A proud Nakota Sioux/Saulteaux Ojibwe kwe from White Bear First Nation in Saskatchewan she now runs a chocolate shop, Raven Rising – Global Indigenous Chocolates, in downtown Sudbury.
Chef Maki is a Certified Red Seal Journeyman Pastry Chef and Baker who crafts the most beautiful chocolates. Both in her shop and online, you’ll find hand-painted chocolate bars and truffles.
In addition to unique designs, Chef Maki also masterfully weaves her Indigenous story into her chocolates. Each box of truffles features a couple that highlight a particular Indigenous ingredient.
Ingredients are sourced from Indigenous people and their businesses. Plus, she strives to use ethical, organic and Fair-Trade ingredients.
We were blown away by the beauty of each creation. Each piece is literally edible art. However, some pieces are too special to eat, like the one of her pup that she has on display.
Along with having a range of chocolates available both in store and online, Raven Rising offers a Chocolate Memberships. Memberships are available for 3 or 6 months and have various price points.
Beyond being an incredible local business to support, it’s woman and Indigenous owned. Plus, Chef Maki donates a portion of the proceeds to various organizations that support Indigenous communities. These include Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Residential School organizations.
Raven Rising – Global Indigenous Chocolates Information
Address: 66 Cedar St, Greater Sudbury, ON P3E 1A5
Hours: Thursday to Saturday 11am-3pm
Delivery: Yes, Canada-wide
The Nutty Chocolatier
Another great Ontario chocolate shop is The Nutty Chocolatier! You’ll find them in various cities and small towns across Ontario, from Huntsville to Toronto! Their truffles are all made by hand and use only the best Callebaut chocolate that’s imported from Belgium.
Stepping into their stores you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time! Each shop is designed to look and feel like an old fashioned candy store. Along with a variety of truffles, hand-crafted chocolates, and imported candy, you’ll find homemade fudge and gelato.
Plus, they cater to everyone’s taste! They have sugar free, low-cal, and other great options for specific diets.
The Nutty Chocolatier Information
Address: 182 Queen St., Port Perry – 2179 Queen St E, Toronto – 65 Main St. East, Huntsville – 9350 Yonge St, Richmond Hill (inside the Hillcrest Mall)
Hours: Vary to store
Delivery: Yes
Centre & Main Chocolate
There are a ton of great places to eat in Peterborough and the Kawarthas! But, if you’re looking for the best chocolate bars head to Warkworth, less than an hour southeast of Peterborough. Here you’ll find Centre & Main! This award-winning chocolate shop is unique! Along with making handcrafted chocolates in small batches, they focus on using local ingredients in their chocolate bars.
Angela Roest is the award-winning chocolatier behind Centre & Main’s incredible creations! The incredible Local Flavours collection showcases growers and producers from Northumberland County. Each chocolate bar is a fusion of expert chocolate making and paired with things like honey, saffron, and berries. She’s even partnered with Our Lucky Stars Coffee Roasters for a coffee flavoured chocolate bar.
Another great collection of bars is her Travel the World with Chocolate! The entire series uses ethically-sourced chocolates that are reminiscent of destinations like Madagascar and Nicaragua.
Plus, they also offer a range of experiences like chocolate tastings and making workshops.
Centre & Main Chocolate Information
Address: 50 Centre St, Warkworth
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10 am – 5 pm & Closed Monday
Delivery: Yes, throughout Canada
Old Firehall Confectionery
If you’re looking for more fun Ontario chocolate shops then Old Firehall Confectionery is a top choice! With locations in Unionville and Kleinburg, plus more popping up, it’s turning into a top spot to find chocolate in Ontario!
Each store is unique but serving up all the same delicious milk chocolate, macaroons, gelato, and other fun goodies! Their chocolates are made by hand in store every day! They use premium Belgian chocolate as well as fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You’ll also find vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and kosher options too!
The original Old Firehall Confectionery is located in Unionville’s historic 1800’s firehall! Here you can watch the chocolate making happen in real time! With so many award-winning hand-painted truffles to choose from we have a few recommendations. Consider purchasing their ice wine, caramel, raspberry, and Baileys Irish Cream to start!
Old Firehall Confectionery Information
Addresses: 170 Main Street, Unionville – 10449 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg – 35 King St N, Waterloo
Hours: Vary to store
Delivery: Yes, worldwide
Chocolate Sensations
In the charming small town of Paris Ontario you’ll find Chocolate Sensations. Along with a host of great Paris restaurants, you’ll also find a great bakery and this shop which has a large selection of chocolates! This Paris Ontario chocolate shop is another family run business. Chocolate Sensations has helped sweeten the hearts and bellies of locals and visitors for 20 years!
As soon as you enter the sweet smell of chocolate will overwhelm you! They have such a huge selection of handmade chocolates that you’ll want to add to your cart! There’s something for everyone and every occasion. You can choose from milk, dark, white chocolates, fun confections and molds, and plenty of gift ideas.
Beyond the delightful chocolates, the shop also has a full fudge counter as well as Kawartha Dairy ice cream!
Chocolate Sensations Information
Address: 89 Grand River St N, Paris
Hours: Monday to Saturday 10 am – 6 pm & Sunday 12 pm – 6 pm
Delivery: On pause
Hummingbird Chocolate
Rising up to become one of the best chocolate manufactures in Ontario is Hummingbird Chocolate. Located in the adorable small town of Almonte, just outside Ottawa, they are one of the few that make their chocolate directly from cocoa beans! Their method is rooted in 18th century traditions of chocolate making, but with a flair of their own creativity. From bean to bar it’s a ten step process that takes over a month to craft. You can view the entire process on their website here.
You can visit their shop and chocolate factory! Plus, they offer tours where you can experience the behind the scenes. Discover how they creating their premium chocolate in small batches and enjoy complimentary tastings.
Their award-winning chocolate comes in a wide array of flavours, like the crowd favourite Hispaniola. They also have a large selection of vegan products! And if you can’t make it into the shop they offer free shipping on orders over $75. Be sure to check them out on Instagram for more deals!
Hummingbird Chocolate Information
Address: 476 Ottawa St, Almonte
Hours: Monday to Saturday 10 am – 5 pm & Sunday 11 am – 5 pm
Delivery: Yes, throughout Canada and the US
Williams Chocolate
Another of the top Ontario chocolate shops is Williams! For over 35 years, this family-owned business continues to create some of the finest chocolates in Ontario in their onsite factory in Whitby. Williams Chocolate uses no preservatives and only the finest Belgian chocolate to make their incredible sweets!
Willem was born and raised in Holland. There, he learned the craft of chocolate making and became a pastry chef. In the early 1980s, he and his wife came to Canada. They decided to put down roots in the Durham Region and created Williams Chocolate.
One of the biggest things they are known for is their hundreds of molds. They have a mold for nearly everything, from saxophones to tools! If you’re looking for a unique chocolate gift for someone you’re bound to find it here!
Williams Chocolate Information
Address: 460 Hopkins St, Whitby
Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am – 5:30 pm, Saturday 10 am – 4 pm & Closed Sunday
Delivery: No
The Chocolateria
If you’re looking for the best chocolate in Toronto head over to The Chocolateria in Roncesvalles. This Ontario chocolate shop serves up exceptional handmade chocolates. However, they also have coffee, hot chocolate, and some of the best ice cream in Toronto too!
The Chocolateria started at Toronto’s farmer’s markets and became a huge hit thanks to their chocolate dipped potato chips! Now they have a brick and mortar shop and are still dipping almost anything in chocolate, like Twizzlers, orange peel, and sponge toffee!
All of the truffles at The Chocolateria are made onsite with sustainably grown chocolate from Belgium and South America. On top of the truffles and dipped goodies they also have barks and brittles. You’ll find delicious flavours like pistachio, balsamic vinegar, and Canadian maple.
The Chocolateria Information
Address: 361 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto
Hours: Sunday to Saturday 11 am – 7 pm
Delivery: Yes
Stubbe Chocolate
Some of the best chocolates in Canada come from Stubbe Chocolate! Johannes Heinrich Petrus Stubbe first established Stubbe Chocolates in 1845 in Germany. Six generations later they are in Ontario and noted as the oldest family-owned business in the Ottawa Valley!
Master chocolatier and pastry Chef Heinrich Stubbe now partners with young chefs from Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa Culinary Arts Institute to push their dreams further by created more incredible products. Within their shop you’ll find an array of tasty treats! They have truffles, cakes, pastries, and more! A few favourites include their culinary flavour bars, milk chocolate bars, and chocolate heart boxes.
Stubbe Chocolate Information
Address: 1224 Wellington St. W Unit A1, Ottawa
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday & Monday Closed
Delivery: Yes, worldwideMore Chocolate Shops in Ontario
If you’re looking for the chocolate Ontario has some of the best chocolate brands in Canada. Across the province you’ll discover mouth-watering sweets in a whole lot of savouring tastes. So, pack the car and plan a road trip to visit more amazing chocolate shops in Ontario!
Chocolate Barr’s Candies – If you’re looking for more Stratford chocolate stores, this is another great one! You’ll be dazzled by their sparkling SWEET sign that hangs above their smorgasbord of their over 150 different chocolates and confections! A few popular ones include their Minties and Pecan Patties. But don’t forget to pick up one of their custom ‘bean-to-bar’ chocolate bars too!
Walker’s Chocolate – With multiple locations across the province, it’s no surprise Walker’s is one of the best Ontario chocolate shops. For close to 40 years, Walker’s Chocolate has been perfecting their incredible chocolates. They now have over 50 different truffles, chocolates, sugarless centres, and even vegan options. If you want to try their most popular, go for their trademark Mint Meltaways!
The Love of Chocolate Factory – Just outside of Ottawa, in Orléans, is another great chocolate shop in Ontario! From the famous chocolatier Leonidas, you’ll find over 100 unique varieties of Belgian chocolates, confectionery, and pralines. Many have exotic names that will lure you in like Poésie, Antoinette, and Coupe Tiramisu.
SOMA Chocolatemaker – Another incredible chocolate shop in Toronto is SOMO Chocolatemaker! They were one of the first small chocolate makers in North America to start using coffee roasters for cacao beans. Now their creativity and innovation has made them one of the best in the world! They have three locations in Toronto, one of which is in the Distillery District. Along with award-winning chocolates they also have Gianduja drinking chocolate!
Perth Chocolate Works – If you’re looking for places to eat in Perth that have a sweet side head to Perth Chocoalte Works! Located in the historic Code’s Mill, they offer a selection of high quality chocolate. Made in small batches onsite, they also try to source ingredients locally whenever possible. You can choose to dine in their Atrium and look on through the viewing window as the magic happens. Or you can enjoy your treats on their patio!
Want a fun chocolate experience in Ontario?
Can’t get enough chocolate? If you’re looking for a fun way to experience chocolate then head to Stratford. Here you’ll find the famous Chocolate Trail! This self-guided trail takes you around the city tasting Stratford chocolates, from truffles to hot chocolate and more! You can pick up the Chocolate Trail package in town or online for $33.90, plus tax. In it you’ll get six vouchers and a map of participating locations where you can exchange your voucher for a tasty treat!
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You have to try Dutch Boys Chocolate in Kingsville Ontario!!
You have to try Dutch Boys Chocolate in Kingsville Ontario!!
Great recommendation James! We visited Dutch Boys and will be adding them!