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Araya Artisan Chocolate - Uptown
1141 Uptown Park Blvd #00, Houston, TX 77056, United States
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Araya Artisan Chocolate - Uptown
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Ir
Review №1

Thanks to Andre for your patience. Those chocolates are unique and delicious. The store is very nice and everyone is very friendly. I recommend this amazing!

la
Review №2

I am not one to look up a chocolate shop, but I’ve only heard amazing things about Araya! It’s is so close to my place that I loved when I went in looking for a gift for my friend. They have cocoa bombs available! They’re chocolate selection is delicious. I have to thank Andreina for helping me on my first visit and making it easy for me to select my purchase according to my friends likes. She is really knowledgeable and a true people’s person! If you’re thinking of stopping by at this store and purchasing any product you will not regret it! Specially right now when holiday season is right around the corner!

Jo
Review №3

Amazing! Delicious and tasty chocolates. I had been scrolling thru their website for days since my favorite chocolate store got shut down and boy am I glad I finally decided to go in. From the presentation to the taste everything was incredible. A variety of tasty flavors, so if a bit overwhelmed feel free to ask the lady behind the counter for assistance. She was more than knowledgeable on the chocolate and knew how to pair different chocolates to different taste profiles. The Venezuelan 70% is a must try. A rich dark heavenly nugget 😍. Coconut, strawberry and acai are my favorite so far. Will be back to taste all the other flavors 😋

Gh
Review №4

This place made my daughter’s wedding so unique that everyone asked about the chocolate!! Unparalleled personalized customer service, awesome tasting delicacy chocolate, we don’t have the heart to finish them. My daughter ordered 350 chocolate boxes with their initials on them, they looked too cute on tables and very unique. The staff even sent us a small box extra of amazing chocolates!! Highly recommend Araya, will definitely order from them again!!!

Ca
Review №5

Delicious chocolate. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Nicole was great, she helped answer every question I had. Would recommend!

Wi
Review №6

Amazing staff. Nicole was very friendly and was even able to help us in spanish. I will definitely go back. I loved everything we tried out.

C
Review №7

The good: very presentableThe Meh: Expensive afThe Bad: everything tasted like black pepper and stale chocolate

Ke
Review №8

Very polite and friendly. Their chocolate is definitely worth getting. High recommend this place!!!!

Je
Review №9

Great presentation and even better taste!! Yall should stop by and ask for Andreina for an outstanding customer service!

Tr
Review №10

My team was treated to a private tasting of Arayas Artisan Chocolate and it was fantastic. We had a dozen chocolates in our box. Truly a delight, a must try for all you chocolate lovers!

Sa
Review №11

Amazing chocolates, tons of flavors and shipped right to the house (with tons of padding and cooling packs). My favorite was the mango habanero and the 70% Venezuelan! Definitely recommend going in person if you can or ordering online

He
Review №12

I love this place. Chocolate from Venezuela, Qi Qi isnt a coneiseur of Chocolate but as I worked in Venezuela, Geneva, and Italy...Chocolate is my middle name. And I recommend you make this a spot.

Jo
Review №13

Incredible chocolate! one of the Best, if not the outright best chocolatier in Houston Texas.Excellent service, excellent chocolates. Smooth, delectable, exquisite chocolates.

An
Review №14

Im out of state and was ordering a surprise for a friend. The team called with questions about the address and helped me solve the issue ensuring delivery. Great customer service. Also, my friend can confirm that the chocolate was delicious.

Er
Review №15

This is no ordinary chocolate store. They have delicious chocolate but I also love the presentation of it. A great option for a gift. They also offer a few dairy free chocolates. The location in Katy closed so its a special treat when Im in Uptown.

Ka
Review №16

The most amazing chocolate. My favorite is their dark and Orange chocolate and makes a great gift. Love the owners too!

H
Review №17

OMG! Worth every dollar! Some THE smoothest chocolates Ive ever tasted. I had the key lime, blueberry cardamom and the orange rum. All 3 were very good. My husband are the Manhattan but I heard it was great! Cute shop, friendly staff. Will definitely be back!

Da
Review №18

Very nice. They come out to your car and take your order because of COVID. It truly is a high end dessert place.

An
Review №19

The most delicious place 👌🏻🤤🍫

Ma
Review №20

Amazing chocolates! Great variety and outstanding customer service. It has something for everyone, even delicious alfajores!

Or
Review №21

Amazing place AMAZING CHOCOLATES. The service is great thanks for the good experience. You guys rocks

Ra
Review №22

The quality of chocolate is amazing, but experience and service is unmatched! Would recommend Araya to anyone who is a chocolate lover!!

Sa
Review №23

Guys if you are looking for hand made chocolates, fresh delish macaroons and coffee - this is the place!!! Love this cute chocolate store.. there is always space for dessert isn’t it!! Check it out..

Cl
Review №24

I am OBSESSED with this place. It is like my fifth time in this place and I can’t stop coming back. Service is outstanding and the gelatos are the best..Incredibly tasty flavors and combinations. If you are around and care to indulge yourself with ice cream, you should definitely give this place a try!

Ma
Review №25

My sons wedding is at the end of this month; it is a tradition for generations to offer chocolates at our parties. My family loves dark chocolate. Due to the Covid restrictions was not able to bring chocolates from Venezuela. Venezuelan cacao is one of the best qualities in the world. Then, a friend living in Houston gave me the contact of Araya Artisan Chocolate.To my great surprise, the people in Artisan are so nice. Their chocolates are handcrafted following the French and Belgian styles using Venezuelan chocolates. They prepared the wedding favors as I required and delivered them to my home in Jersey. Maria supported me, and one of the Owners, Rocco De Grazia, helped with this order.We tested them last weekend before the wedding; we were in heaven. They have the right flavor combination with scrumptious chocolate filled with chipotle or ginger or marzipan or cinnamon or port wine or mango, or passion fruit. Really a wide selection for all tastes.If you want to get chocolates. Araya Artisan Chocolate is the place to go.Maria Elizabeth Lizardo Gramcko

Se
Review №26

Delicious chocolates and extremely beautiful presentation as well. I was absolutely blown away! I recommend this shop without reservation.

Es
Review №27

The best chocolate in town! and the attention is wonderful .. if you are looking to give a gift this is the perfect place.

Ab
Review №28

Randomly stopped by this gelato shop after brunch one day and let me tell you.. their dark chocolate gelato is heaven sent. SO DELICIOUS!!! The woman helping us was super helpful and sweet, as well. Definitely recommend trying this place out.

xa
Review №29

This is by far, the best chocolate place in town. The service is special and the quality is outstanding. A great option for a unique gift for anyone as well. Will keep ordering from Araya!

Co
Review №30

These guys are phenomenal. Ordered over the phone and they shipped it packed in cold packs. The candy is absolutely AMAZING and SO pretty! I am so happy with the whole experience. Cant wait until I can visit their shop!

He
Review №31

I had an incredible customer experience with the folks at Araya. I ordered a special box of chocolates and macarons for my friend’s 50th birthday. The store owner personally handled my request and went above and beyond to make sure my friend was home for the delivery so the chocolates would not melt. My friend was out of town on the delivery day and Araya made sure to deliver after she returned. She was flabbergasted by the unique presentation of the multi-layered box. It’s a killer gift! Thank you, Araya!

Ka
Review №32

The chocolates are amazing and customer service is phenomenal. I love the gelato too, pistachio is one of the best in flavor and consistency. Amazing place.

Am
Review №33

Excellent artisan chocolate!! I remembered the flavor of my country, VenezuelaI enjoyed it and I will back soon.

Ne
Review №34

Excellent service, chocolate is awesome with a wide variety of fillings and flavors. Fantastic gourmet chocolate in Houston!! Definitely coming back.

An
Review №35

The best artisan chocolate in town! Definitely a place to visit!!!

J7
Review №36

Extremely slow motion services...They need to hire people who had work in a faster costuner services., 15 minutes to wrap 5 chocolates...

Mi
Review №37

This place is the best! Not only are their chocolates delicious but their customer service is out fo this world. I needed a gift and they came up with the perfect solution and something to make it extra special.I will be a forever customer because of the service and quality they provide.

Mu
Review №38

Ice cream was very good but that was to be expected. Customer service is very good sanitation was good.

R
Review №39

It’s perfection (both customer service and chocolate)

Co
Review №40

Very helpful in helping pick put chocolates for gift boxes

Re
Review №41

Good service and I enjoyed the experience !

Ri
Review №42

Very tasty pistachio macaroons, very nice friendly service.

Ph
Review №43

Best macaroons in town. Hands down!

An
Review №44

Araya Artisan Chocolates is amazing! As is the attention to detail/perfection of each piece! I have traveled to many different places inside and outside the United States and this chocolate is truly world class amazing. Oh, and the Macarons equally so!

Yu
Review №45

Best Artisan Chocolate so far in all Houston Area, customer service pristine and chocolate flavors unbelievable! You will always look good sending a gift from Araya.Happy 10 Anniversary and many more!

Se
Review №46

Everything that I have tried from Araya Artisan Chocolate - Uptown has been phenomenal. The chocolate is some of the absolute best that I have eaten and the food that is made for their catering service makes my mouth water just thinking about it.

Th
Review №47

My family & I love the chocalates. Plus, I recently gifted a box to my girlfriend who loves dark chocolate for her birthday, and she loved it!!!! It made me feel so good to hear her rave about them for at least a week after I gave her my gift.

An
Review №48

The best chocolate ever!!

Ma
Review №49

Excellent chocolate, well crafted and exquisite. Outstanding presentation, makes always the perfect gift. This place never disappoints.

Fa
Review №50

Best quality of Chocolates.With an extensive variety that can be personalized for any events.Highly recommended!

Ka
Review №51

The selection, the flavors and the designs are unique, interesting, and intriguing. Looks like all chocolates are very carefully crafted. When you eat any of these chocolates you know you are eating something special! You can taste que quality of the ingredients. They are soooo good!

Al
Review №52

Their gelato is delicious and perfect during the summer or our weird, warm, winter weather. The chocolate is my favorite though, so good, all year round - perfect for any occasion.

O
Review №53

These gourmet chocolate are the bomb! Go try them! And the owner is such a great person too! Prueben estos chocolates, son exquisitos!

Ax
Review №54

On the way to starrbux ;) I saw this place and asked them if they served coffee. Ms. Carla said yes, so my colleague and I stepped inside and ordered some coffee/hot chocolate. The attention was wonderful in this intimate and pleasant setting. A small tray is brought to you with your drink and anything else you may want to add to it. My coffee was excellent, and I admit Im quite demanding with my coffee. Good prices, nice hidden little place to enjoy with a friend, date or for a casual work meeting. Will be coming back here soon.

Fl
Review №55

The best chocolate! Fabulous service. Too many choices! And they ship!!! What’s not to love about araya?

To
Review №56

Amazing chocolates

Ja
Review №57

Not worth the price. You will be disappointed.

Jo
Review №58

Simply amazing chocolates. They follow the high-end, modern style of the top Swiss and French chocolatiers: great, surprising flavors of tea or offbeat fruits or spices or margaritas; small chocolates but with intense flavors; colorful designs. Not your plain caramel or coconut-filled chocolates from Russell Stover.

Ro
Review №59

Omg this is my favorite chocolate place ever. I love the new flavors that they come out with. I may have gone a little overboard but it was so pretty and Im an addict. I got 2 boxes of 36 piece chocolates. One for my friends rehearsal dinner. And one for myself. I ate a small bite of each in my box and i have no regrets. (Maybe diabetes)Also I just want to say that the staff member took her time to perfect my order and I sampled so many chocolates and had a sample of pistachio gelato. Delish. I wish I had gotten a macaron mix. But I wouldve eaten all of it. So Im glad I didnt. Haha.

Ma
Review №60

Bought gourmet chocolate for a birthday gift - staff was very helpful and the packaging was really nice. Both the macaroons and chocolate were outstanding.

Me
Review №61

Great service, great chocolate

De
Review №62

Was excited to find this place, but disappointed in the chocolate. They had me try a few truffles but they all tasted the same. Ended up buying some chocolate covered goods but did not finish them they tasted stale. The search continues!

Ro
Review №63

Best. Local. Chocolatier. I want to stuff my face with their chocolates while being carried around on my palanquin.This is the new location of Araya, which used to be in River Oaks. Araya has made excellent chocolate in Houston for years. They also import macarons from France.

Ha
Review №64

Great chocolates and Macarons! Perfect place for last minute gifts. Few places can match the taste and variety of their chocolates.

No
Review №65

Most delicious and high quality chocolates in Houston, a true delight!

Ro
Review №66

Awesome service and the best chocolate in town!

Ka
Review №67

Most of the chocolates were actually Finnish which was awesome!! Love this place!!

Pi
Review №68

Good and dofferent chocolates. Make good gifts.

Se
Review №69

Best locally made gourmet chocolates with (a few) great vegan flavors

Am
Review №70

Brilliant artisan chocolates. Slightly overpriced though

Re
Review №71

Tried to call the place for about 2 hours. No answer.

Ch
Review №72

Delicious!

Al
Review №73

Great gourmet chocolate and nice packaging which is great for gifts.

Su
Review №74

These chocolates are delicious and unique!

An
Review №75

Stylish, delicious venezuelan chocolate!

R
Review №76

I love the chocolates

Ce
Review №77

Great vegan chocolates!!

D
Review №78

The best!

Jo
Review №79

Excellent service

Ty
Review №80

Yum

Br
Review №81

I was really in the mood for chocolate, so I googled “chocolate,” found the closest one to me, and five minutes later I’m at the door step of Arayas Artisan Chocolate! As I walk in, I am greeted and helped by Nicole. 10/10 chocolate and customer service!

li
Review №82

Best chocolate! And a lot of flavors to try. Nicole gave me a kind and great service. My visit to your store was a nice experience that I would recommend.

Fr
Review №83

Excelente presentación de todos sus exquisitos chocolates y qué sabores.....lo máximos los felicito

Lu
Review №84

La mejor chocolatería de Houston, extraordinario servicio, mejor ambiente, altamente recomendada.

Yo
Review №85

The best chocolates Ive ever had. Recommended: Mango habanero, passion fruit and pink salt, although in reality they are all delicious, my favorite: Bourbon truffle. Excellent attention and a very cozy atmosphere.

An
Review №86

I love its presentation and its flavors are delicious. Definitely the best chocolate I have ever had.

Fi
Review №87

Excellent !! And good service I recommend the best 😍😍❤️

Ma
Review №88

Gorgeous !!! Simply wonderful, exquisite taste and each package extraordinary!

Ch
Review №89

Thanks excellent presentation and exquisite flavor !!!!

Ta
Review №90

Beautiful place, excellent service and divine all its products!Definitely the best artisan chocolatier in Houston 💓

Fa
Review №91

The richest chocolates in Houston 😋😍🥰 1000% recommended

Da
Review №92

Excellent Chocolate, top quality!

Cy
Review №93

Very good

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4.7 Rating
  • Address:1141 Uptown Park Blvd #00, Houston, TX 77056, United States
  • Site:http://arayachocolate.com/
  • Phone:+1 713-960-0850
Categories
  • Chocolate shop
  • Candy store
  • Dessert shop
  • Gift shop
  • Ice cream shop
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:12–5PM
  • Thursday:12–5PM
  • Friday:10AM–5PM
  • Saturday:10AM–5PM
  • Sunday:10AM–5PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Drive-through:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Restroom:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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