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Eldora Chocolate
8114 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, United States
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Da
Review №1

Made with love! That is the honest truth. Some of the best chocolate I have ever had. The staff was super friendly walked us through the store. She explained how its made, where each chocolate is from, and what they have. THIS IS A MUST TRY! I cant wait to go there again!!!!

Li
Review №2

Please support this wonderful establishment. Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. I appreciate the fact that their products are made with natural and organic materials. No additives flavorings or preservatives. All of the chocolates are so delicious!!!

Er
Review №3

Amazing chocolate — real deal with no preservatives

Na
Review №4

The chocolate here is AMAZING! My friend and I came in yesterday to buy chocolate. The two girls who were working there were very helpful and informative. I will be back!!!!!!

Je
Review №5

From scratch chocolate. Beautiful location. Staff was so nice. The chocolates are AMAZING. Definitely going back.

Sa
Review №6

If you are in the area and love chocolate, make time to stop here. Not only will you get a “bean to bar” chocolate education, you will also go home with some unique and delicious chocolate. Marie was extremely informative, helpful and friendly. She’s a great Eldora ambassador!

Su
Review №7

Eldora is my favorite spot for high quality local chocolate. Ive taken their tour twice because I had so much fun the first time, I convinced my family to go with me so I could go again! During the tour we got to go behind the scenes and try samples of their drinking chocolate and some bars, and they explained where the beans come from and how they are processed in the facility. The whole staff is very knowledgeable and passionate about their chocolate which really adds to the experience. They have vegan options and even cocoa nibs for anyone keto, and a variety of chocolates including white, milk, and dark of various percentages. They also have truffles and some flavors rotate based on the time of year. Every chocolate Ive had from Eldora has impeccable quality that is easy to savor and make last.

Cu
Review №8

An adventure in quality chocolate, Eldora takes quality, care, and expressiveness in the variety of their chocolate & it is truly scrumptious! Steve & Sharon were a joy to meet during our staff outing. Thank you for having us. -The Staff at Pure Radiance Advanced Skin Care

Te
Review №9

Wonderful smells, clean work room, heavenly candies! Had the bourbon truffle and toffee dark chocolate bar!!!! Yum!

To
Review №10

Freaking AWESOME. I was just going to look, well, loved it. 😍 the staff were so great. I ended up buying a ton!!! Must visit!!!!!

Ra
Review №11

Eldora Chocolate is AMAZING. I give them 5 stars only because I cant give them more. This is a place for Chocolate geeks and connoisseurs. Dont come here looking for a Mars or Hershey bar!

Gr
Review №12

Driving home from an early dinner last week, we stopped by Eldorado for a treat for my choco-forward wife. As an afterthought, I said Get me todays take on green chile.WOW! The dark-but-not-bitter chocolate enrobement was a perfect compliment to the filling, and that filling was an homage to the fruitiness of Hatch green chiles while hinting at their heat.Oh, the wifes selection was wonderful too, as always.

Tr
Review №13

Had a wonderful experience at this off the beaten path chocolate shop. I dont know much about chocolate and the employee came out and really educated me on their process and values. She then went into the kitchen and came out with fresh chocolate they were making for a taste test and some brief discussion of notes. I came out of here with a newfound appreciation for this culinary craft, and some of the best truffles Ive ever tasted.

Sc
Review №14

Amazing service. They really helped us find what we wanted with samples. It was great to have someone great us and talk about the production of their products. Looking forward to visiting the sawmill location.

Du
Review №15

Chocolate is fresh, high-quality, and unique. I recommend trying the green chili truffle, which is surprisingly good.

Ta
Review №16

Indulged for a special occassion and got a variety of truffles for sharing. (Everyone *raved* about their truffle and wanted to know where to get more!) Added a specialty flavor chocolate bar, then some hand sanitizer, and finally a bonbon. So, easy to get carried away! I got a taste of the chocolate they were currently making and it was heaven.

Be
Review №17

The best, THE BEST chocolate you will ever have! I love the new flavors they introduce. If you love chocolate, this is the place. They make their chocolate from bean to chocolate heaven there on the premises. If you are luck you might just get a taste of the newly made chocolate to sip.yum!

Br
Review №18

My wife got me chocolates for Valentines Day. I never write reviews but I was blown away by your truffles. It has been a long, long time since I have had truffles that good. So glad we found you. All your efforts and expertise is most certainly appreciated. You have a fan and customer for life.

Vi
Review №19

Great flavors. Free samples. Friendly and educational staff. These people really care about what they do and it shows.

Al
Review №20

Feel like getting educated on chocolate? Learning why it truly is the food of the gods.This is the place, because their learning comes with tasting, and theres no better way to learn.The kitchen is spotless so you can be assured of the cleanliness of what you are buying and furthermore the sustainability of how it is sourced.Their facility has limited but nice outdoor seating at wooden picnic tables to enjoy the variety if items you are sure to purchase from their menu of offerings.Drinking and sipping chocolate is lights out good. So dont miss out!

Ke
Review №21

From the moment we walked in, Eldora chocolate was not just a store, but an experience. The seductive smell of chocolate in the air captivates your senses as soon as you walk in and the chocolate does not disappoint. We were greeted by Sharon and Steve with big smiles and lots of information. It is quite apparent that Eldora chocolate is made with passion and love. They truly love what they do. We had the award-winning 70% Tanzania Koka Kamili 2020, and the 70% Belize Maya Mountain 2019. Mmmmmmmmm. Definitely the best chocolate Ive had since moving to New Mexico. EXCELLENT find!

Al
Review №22

In our effort to support local businesses during the pandemic, we ventured out from our neighborhood in downtown to find this place in the north valley. Unfortunately, we were met by a very rude lady at the counter who gave us the impression that we inconvenienced her...She actually scolded us. It’s was really embarrassing and disappointing. We feel that businesses need to appreciate their customers, especially during this time, who try to support their community. Neither of us will EVER return.

na
Review №23

If you like chocolate -and by that I mean real chocolate- Eldora is the place for you. I am beyond satisfied with their awesomeness. When I first went there to try it, they explained to me where they get the cocoa and the process and ingredients they use. They have a variety of organic chocolate bars and truffles as well as drinking chocolates and more. Love the staff, love the chocolate. Will never settle for less. I totally recommend it!

Ra
Review №24

The owner explains everything about their chocolate and why they are different and let us sample some freshly made chocolate to tell the difference. Their truffles are unique and great. The flavors pop in your mouth. They also have several bars of chocolate in different flavors. What I picked up I gave as a gift. What I sampled in the store was excellent.i will return to purchase chocolate for me as well as others. Fortunately, its in the neighborhood!

Er
Review №25

Had a fun experience tasting bean to bar chocolate at Eldora Chocolate today. Loved the hot chocolate too.

Ju
Review №26

Before I even experienced this bit of heaven I was to give a great review. Today I experienced first hand the joy this wonderful place! Had samples, delicious, exquisite! Everyone was awesome, helpful and very knowledgeable! You want great chocolate.... Go here! Thank you 😊

Ma
Review №27

This is the best chocolate we have ever eaten. Im so impressed with the simple ingredients that these people have turned into delightful, even perfect, texture and intricate flavor. I ordered an 85% bar and an 85% no sugar bar to try out the company. I will be ordering more. Thank you very much, Eldora Chocolate!

Kr
Review №28

This is my only go-to place now whenever I’m craving chocolate.I highly recommend taking the tour to learn about their business and the industry. They explain the whole bean-to-bar process that make you really appreciate the art of making chocolate.The entire staff is delightful and really enjoys what they do which naturally shows in their exceptional service and the quality of their products.Once you have the chocolate here, you’ll never want any of chocolate that’s sold in grocery stores!

Pa
Review №29

The people there are amazing! They are knowledgeable, kind, happy and friendly from start to finish. Please dont let this standard drop. Its hard for good people/team to come by. And is definitely rare in todays times. Thank you Eldora!

Do
Review №30

This chocolate is incredible! Fantastic customer service, as the delivery was fast and courteous. Five out of five stars. I will be ordering again.

Da
Review №31

Love this place, have never been anywhere like it. They are true artists who love to share their knowledge. My favorites are the cookie dough truffles, the peanut butter truffles and the toffee.

Mr
Review №32

This place is amazing! The chocolate lip balm is so awesome as was the sipping chocolate (which if you havent tried it you need to), brownies and the coffee...the coffee was really really good!

Ka
Review №33

We love coming here. They have THE best chocolate and they educate you on what you’re buying for an overall amazing experience. They are also the friendliest most welcoming place I’ve ever been.

Ci
Review №34

I had a wonderful 3 hour class at Eldora yesterday! Steve, the owner, taught us all about the processes of making chocolate and then gave us a fabulous lesson on tasting. I thought I had enjoyed chocolate before, but this was way beyond anything Id experienced before. Award-winning, talented and thoughtful owner and staff. Eldora us a delight!

Ma
Review №35

I love their chocolate! The truffles are delicious and the single origin chocolate bars are amazing! And I would recommend to try the mole-mole bar, although unusual the flavors work perfectly.Great feeling when entering the distinct green building. The people working there and the owners were very friendly and explained the chocolate making process in details. Great place where to find authentic chocolate!

Do
Review №36

Place is absolutely adorable. A variety of chocolates to choose from including chocolate covered caramel... my favorite and all organic! The owner Steve was very knowledgeable about the whole chocolate making process and explained the various beans used that give each chocolate its unique flavor. It was all very interesting and helpful. A must see in Albuquerque. You won’t regret the experience.

Ad
Review №37

Wow. Got the tour, and a few samples. Bought a nice variety of chocolates and some hot chocolate. Had no idea this place was here, but I am so glad we found it! Will definitely be stopping here, again!

Jo
Review №38

Boom! This is exactly what Im looking for when I say quality products and services. Blew my mind with chocolate, won or business with the rampant quality. Get the chocolate to sip. Buy 3 bars. Tell your friends. 10/10 running out of good things to say about this place.Eat your heart out, Flying Star.

Ch
Review №39

I really like their chocolate and their efforts towards sustainability but I went in today on my lunch break and I was not treated right by a man I think was the owner. I came in and thought wow what a cute place! I loved the green stucco outside and the decor and layout inside. An employee welcomed me from the open kitchen as he worked and I was greeted by a woman named either Sharon or Shannon. She was super friendly and toured me around the shop. She showed me the different kinds of chocolate they offered and explained their process for making it as well as offering me some samples. I really liked her. Things turned bad when I was ready to check out. There were 2 ladies who’d been having a similar experience with another employee(was he the owner?) One of the ladies had been stacking chocolates by the register and explained to me she just didn’t want them to melt in her hands while she shopped. I totally understood that and said so. When I was ready to check out the owner waited for her to finish then checked her out ahead of me even though I’d been waiting and she hadn’t been ready yet. She, her friend, and the owner then proceeded to have a long conversation about someone else she knew who opened a chocolate shop in another city. This went on and on and I just needed to check out. It was so bad Sharon mouthed she was sorry to me and offered me a truffle sample while I waited. I accepted and said thank you. Even after I finished they were still talking and they weren’t even checking out now, they were just talking and blocking the register. Eventually Sharon asked them to step aside so she could ring me up she gave me a discount and another free sample for my trouble and I finally got to pay.I don’t think it’s likely I’ll come back any time soon. I think I was treated very rudely by the owner and it made me feel very unwelcome there. I partially feel I should have left and not spent my money there but Sharon was so very nice and I stayed because of her. I don’t know why the owner acted the way he did. I don’t want to speculate because I don’t know what was going on inside his mind. He could have just been rude or oblivious, or it could’ve been something else, but no matter what the reason, I felt very unwelcome there and like he really didn’t want my business or valued me as a customer.

Su
Review №40

OMG what is not to love about this place. The staff was so knowledgeable and they took all the time we needed to understand about there products. Very fair prices and wonderful tasting goods.

Ia
Review №41

The organic chocolate is amazing. Everything that is done there is done in the utmost professional manner. The staff is extremely helpful at answering any questions you have

Be
Review №42

Eldora Chocolate is a hidden gem in Albuquerque. Super helpful and informative staff and wonderful complex chocolates. These people are dedicated to their craft.

Br
Review №43

This is not just a chocolate store, it is a chocolate experience. Coming here is like a wine tasting but for chocolate. I learned so much about what goes into making chocolate.

La
Review №44

I visited Eldora Craft Chocolates yesterday and let me tell you its one of the best experiences Ive had in Albuquerque. Steve and his team dont just make chocolate, the create an entire chocolate experience. From Bean to Bar, as their slogan says, they source their coco beans directly, import them to ABQ, and make chocolate masterpieces from step one. They show you the entire process of making Chocolate. All natural ingredients, they truly take the time to master their craft.Some of the best truffles Ive had in a long time, I would definitely recommend the Bourbon Truffles! Truly an experience and Ill definitely be returning with friends!

Do
Review №45

Superb chocolate. The best weve ever had

Ra
Review №46

I just went to a chocolate event where the owner showed us how they make chocolate from bean to bar. It was super fun and informative and only $5! The chocolates are fantastic.

Ro
Review №47

A little$$ but worth the spurge

Va
Review №48

Gorgeous truffles, all done in a timely manner, and the workers were lovely :)

Mi
Review №49

Very cool place with friendly staff and of course the chocolate is delicious! Thanks for taking the time to explain your process. I will come again.

Jo
Review №50

Really good service! The people there are so kind too. I really recommend!!

Ca
Review №51

Up there with the best chocolate experiences of my life. The staff is so knowledgable and the owner took time to show us everything they have to offer! So glad this is in ABQ!

Wa
Review №52

Everyone should do this your. You will never look at chocolate the same. This is the best chocolate ever. Each kind is a taste experience!

Jo
Review №53

Great place. Definitely try the sipping chocolate.

Ge
Review №54

Lovely place, but a bit over-priced ($3 for 1 small truffle) in my opinion, but I am a cheapskate & not a connoisseur of gourmet chocolates. Very nice people, & the lavender/dark chocolate truffle was magnificent 👌

Ma
Review №55

Great chocolate. Great customer service. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. We enjoyed the chocolate and the puzzles tremendously. Highly recommend!!

Ja
Review №56

An absolute treasure of a business. Eldora is natural, organic and fair trade chocolate that is crafted from the cacao bean to the chocolate bar. The facility is inviting and warm and if you want to learn about chocolate, their staff is incredibly knowledgable. Oh, and it goes without saying, their chocolate melts in your mouth AND in your hand, because its real chocolate.

Mi
Review №57

Gourmet chocolate at its best! Not for the Hershey bar set, but pure organic all-natural chocolate sustainably sourced. Nearly all robust dark chocolate. A bit pricy, but fully hand made. There is no better! Well be back!

Th
Review №58

Among the best chocolate I’ve ever had.

Dw
Review №59

Awesome service and very informative, I actually learned the process of chocolate making and they let you sample which is great. I went home with a nice cache of chocolate that is tasty and know that its all been handmade locally.

Be
Review №60

Love their chocolate. I have visited several times. Staff is friendly ready to tell about their products. Cocoa nibs great, yummy bon bons. Have had their hot chocolate several times cold in summer and hot as weather turns crisp.

Al
Review №61

This is the cutest and quaintest little chocolate shop! The interior is beautiful, and the owner and other employees were extremely kind and knowledgeable. The chocolate is delicious, and we were able to sample different bars and learn about the sourcing of the cacao and process behind making the actual chocolate. There were even maps showing where the different beans were from. They have truffles, a variety of bars, roasted nibs and even ice cream bon bons. It is a little pricey, but that is expected as the chocolate is bean to bar, meaning they receive the beans and complete the entire chocolate making process themselves on location. I am a firm believer that you get what you pay for, and this was definitely worth the experience. We got a few bars, some truffles and 12oz of roasted nibs, and the bars and truffles were decadent, rich and full of complex flavors. I will definitely be coming back and recommend that you give it a try!

Sa
Review №62

Great place and service

Ar
Review №63

Bean to bar is the best way to make chocolate and we are lucky to have such a place in ABQ. If you are a chocolate connoisuer or if you just want to sample the different chocolates from all over the world- this is the place to go! Fun date idea!

Wi
Review №64

Wonderful clean bright flavors, $$$, well worth the visit, an opportunity to learn and meet nice folks

Br
Review №65

Fantastic craft chocolate and wonderful service!

Mi
Review №66

Wow, what flavor. Excellent service. Beautiful setting.

Ca
Review №67

I eat a lot of what passes for artisan chocolate and the outstanding features of these chocolates are the smoothness and the total lack of bitterness in the products.

Ni
Review №68

SO SO SO GOOD. a must chocolate stop. Best customer service.

Ka
Review №69

Stopped by today-a local gem of a place.each piece of dark chocolate is delectably satisfying in a most lingering manner. What a find!!

Sh
Review №70

This is the most amazing chocolate!!

Ka
Review №71

This was a surprisingly wonderful and delicious experience. I learned much about chocolate and tasted the difference in beans grown in different countries. The bon bons are wonderful, the store is clean and appealingly decorated! I highly recommend a taste of Eldorado Chocolates!

De
Review №72

Nice place really clean! Nice staff

Ma
Review №73

Great chocolate, friendly owners!

Jo
Review №74

Best chocolate you can ever get

Al
Review №75

Mmmm chocolate

an
Review №76

Chocolate house of the gods

Te
Review №77

Best chocolate in town a must taste

Ka
Review №78

Delicious chocolate and knowledgeable staff.

Da
Review №79

We go weekly!! Try the sipping chocolate!

Mi
Review №80

A chocolate experience

Ma
Review №81

Best chocolate in town

Se
Review №82

Awesome

Le
Review №83

Chocolate to die for

Ro
Review №84

Wow

Ro
Review №85

Verydeliucios chocolate

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  • Address:8114 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, United States
  • Site:http://eldorachocolate.com/
  • Phone:+1 505-433-4076
Categories
  • Chocolate shop
  • Chocolate factory
  • Chocolate artisan
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:11AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–6PM
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:11AM–6PM
  • Saturday:10AM–5PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Dine-in:No
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