A small chocolatier with French background music and a 1950s vibe, J'adore Chocolatier on Nevruz Street in Beyoğlu is always busy. The "Oh la la Beatrice," a dessert made with homemade chocolate, strawberries, Italian whipped cream, bananas and a cake base, is definitely the favorite item on their menu, but the shop's hot chocolate will not let you down either. Finding a table is not easy, especially on weekends as the intimate chocolatier has many loyal customers.
Foursquare rating: 9.4 / 10
Another small chocolatier shop is located in Moda on Istanbul's Asian side. Çikolata Dükkanı - literally "The Chocolate Shop" - serves handmade chocolate with chestnuts, giving it a quaint seasonal feel in the winter. Customers can also find a wide variety of chocolate in decorative boxes for gifts.
Foursquare rating: 9.3 / 10
In Istanbul's luxurious Nişantaşı neighborhood, Hümaliva Chocolatier & Cafe is a perfect spot to hang out with friends or to have a dessert after a tiring day of shopping. The chocolatier offers a very creative menu, artistically serving chocolate cake in small flower pots. The creamy chocolate cup with strawberries is another delectable treat offered here.
Foursquare rating: 9.2 / 10
Blending fresh ingredients like hazelnuts and pistachios as well as some unusual ones including watermelon and tahini with Belgium chocolate, Mendel's Coffee Chocolatier in Beşiktaş's Akaretler quarter is worth checking out. The most ordered treats on its menu are the chocolate fruit cups, sizzling brownie, chocolate trio (fondue) and hot chocolate.
Foursquare rating: 9.1 / 10
This long-time Çengelköy favorite is the ultimate address for the city's best creamy hot chocolate. Adorned with calligraphy art, Çikolate Kahve was previously a very small chocolatier packed with people, but the cafe expanded last year to welcome more guests. Their glass showroom is filled with homemade chocolates that feature a variety of flavors making it hard to pick just one. The prices might be a little higher than other shops, but you will not regret it.
Foursquare rating: 9.1 / 10
With three branches in Istanbul's Acıbadem, Moda and Sirkeci neighborhoods, Rumeli Çikolatacısı presents a traditional ambiance to guests with a variety of chocolate flavors. The menu also features appetizers, breakfast, desserts, sherbets and gourmet coffee. The shop's Sirkeci branch is opposite the historic train station. Boasting Ottoman-era architecture, this chocolatier is one of the best places to buy chocolates for a loved one.
Foursquare rating: 8.7 / 10
If you want to add a touch of luxury to your chocolate palate, then do not look beyond HAZZ chocolates as your first choice. With its rich assortment of chocolates ranging from truffles to dark chocolate, HAZZ is sure to have the perfect gift for unique occasions. Made from high-quality Belgium chocolate, HAZZ is preferred by numerous prestigious companies as their primary choice for corporate gifts.
Featuring a Victorian-style interior, Tatlistan Chocolatier in the Bakırköy district houses skilled chocolate makers set to prepare custom-made chocolates for your special someone in any shape you wish, a cartoon character, a football player or perhaps just your daughter's name. Check out their Instagram account (@tatlistan) to find out more about their selections.
Foursquare rating: 8.5 / 10
If you ever have a chocolate craving while walking along İstiklal Avenue this very small take-away chocolatier may save your day. Meşhur Beyoğlu Çikolatacısı (Famous Beyoğlu Chocolatier) sells milk or dark chocolate bars filled with large hazelnuts, pistachios or almonds. This brand's chocolate has been a favorite in Istanbul since 1954.
Foursquare rating: 8.2 / 10
Head down to this bustling chocolate shop in Istanbul's Çengelköy neighborhood on the Asian side for a "road runner," a seriously delicious plate of bitter, milk and white chocolate cups surrounded by sliced bananas, strawberries and biscuits. Located on one of the back-streets in Çengelköy, Maia Chocolates serves everything to satisfy your taste buds. Grab a creamy mug of hot chocolate or just lose yourself in the haven of their myriad of chocolate products. Make sure to take a ride on a swing in the backyard before leaving.
Foursquare rating: 8.0 / 10
Godiva is legendary, and is now available in Turkey when you want to add some luxury to your chocolate palate. A rich chocolate selection is available at Godiva, from handmade truffles to dark chocolate. The luxurious chocolatier may not be a regular part of your daily budget, but it does offer perfect gift choices for a unique occasion. Godiva shops are located in a number of shopping malls around Istanbul, including Akmerkez Mall, İstinye Park and Zorlu Center, as well as locations in Suadiye on the Asian side and in Nişantaşı on the European side.
Foursquare rating: 8.7 / 10
