When your sweet tooth is calling, you have to answer it. Thankfully, Victoria has a sweet side. If you’re a chocolate lover seeking the ultimate indulgence, you’re in for a treat with our guide to the most delectable chocolate shops in Victoria.
Location: 1010 Government Street
Chocolats Favoris is an undeniably fun experience. Whether you’re looking to quickly pick up some chocolate or fondue to go or you want to get creative, you’ll find what you’re looking for here. Take the steps through Chocolats Favoris’ dipped ice cream process and choose from an assortment of ice cream flavours, dip flavours and toppings. Chocolats Favoris is a proud partner of The Cocoa Horizons Program, as it continues to choose sustainable and fair-trade cocoa that helps contribute to improving the living conditions of the cocoa farmers, protect the environment and abolish child labour.
Location: 3 Fan Tan Alley #102
This one is for the vegans! Pure Lovin’ Chocolate is a mother daughter owned and operated vegan chocolate shop located in Fan Tan Alley. Their creations are hand crafted, organic, gluten free, soy free and fair trade to give you the best, most delicious experience possible. Want it delivered? Pure Lovin’s Chocolates are preservative free and the company uses warm weather shipping using ice packs and insulated padding to keep your chocolates safe and fresh during travel.
Location: 3551 Uptown Boulevard #129, 913 Government Street and 2234 Oak Bay Avenue
Have you ever wanted to visit the oldest chocolate shop in Victoria? Rogers’ Chocolate’s Heritage store, situated on Government Street, opened in 1903, 8 years after Charles “Candy” Rogers moved to Victoria and set up his chocolate shop across the street from the current location. The Heritage store is famous for its delicious chocolates and cozy interior and always brings in the crowd around the holidays with its extensive decorations. Rogers Chocolate is also deeply involved with Cultivate Better™ Cocoa, a movement to be more directly invested in the farming communities that grow the cocoa used to make the company’s chocolate.
Location: Mayfair Mall, Hillside Mall, Westshore Town Centre & The Bay Centre
Purdys Chocolatier is a classic, an everyday favourite and there are multiple locations across Victoria to get your chocolate fix. The chain chocolatier offers everything from milk to dark chocolate, English toffee, truffles, chocolate dipped ice cream and more. It’s the perfect spot to grab a gift for someone with a sweet tooth and they are always up to date with holiday themed gifts and treats, such as Easter or St. Patrick’s Day. They also deliver!
Location: 718 Fort Street
If you take a walk down Fort Street, you are sure to find a lineup outside the city’s famous Dutch Bakery & Diner. With a history spanning three generations, the Schaddelee Family has been serving their delicious pastries, cakes, chocolates and more to Victorians for over half a century. The family run bakery prides themselves on their commitment to the community, their dedicated staff and delicious treats.
Location: 703 Fort Street
Chocolate & Co. is a collection of three of the city’s finest chocolatiers, makers and suppliers, all coming together to bring the city of Victoria the best chocolate experience possible. The space is home to The Chocolate Project, Terrible Truffles and Uncouth Chocolate, three businesses focused on specialised chocolate, all with their own unique personalities.
Location: 1311 Blanshard Street
Located in the Atrium, The Chocolate Project began in 1995 by David Mincey, aiming to raise awareness about issues within the chocolate industry to a broader audience. In the beginning, David embarked on extensive travels, delving into the intricate world of chocolate, particularly focusing on sources beyond large European corporations. Returning with a wealth of knowledge and cherished relationships, David cultivated The Chocolate Project. Nearly 25 years later, the project has flourished into Canada’s premier craft chocolate retailer and educator, boasting a meticulously curated collection of over 350 different bars sourced from more than 60 bean-to-bar artisans worldwide.
Location: 2261 Keating Cross Road E200
RockCoast Confections is a perfect example of the dedication and creativity of Vancouver Island residents. Amber Isles, the founder of RockCoast, began creating her delicious treats as a side project and hobby around the holidays. Her treats were a big hit, and soon her business bloomed and became what it is today. RockCoast Confections is a small-batch, gourmet chocolatier and confectioner, focused on creating high-quality products with natural ingredients that are free of artificial flavours and colours. They specialize in caramels, chocolate bars, chocolate dipped, toffee bark, ice cream, melts, protein bars and even have vegan options!
