The best chocolate shops in Mexico

In bars, truffles, bonbons, in cake or with hot milk... It doesn't matter how we consume chocolate, as any presentation is perfect to enjoy this delicacy. However, it is worth mentioning that chocolate is produced thanks to an endemic fruit of the region: cocoa! It is said that cocoa is around 5,300 years old. Furthermore, the Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources explains that it may have originated in Ecuador, Brazil, or some other tropical or Amazonian area of the continent. Although it is still unknown how cocoa arrived in Central America, the reality is that this is one of the best coincidences, and Mexicans have known how to take advantage of it. It is even known that cocoa became of great importance for ancient civilizations and was even used in rituals or as currency.  Nowadays, there are many places and projects where you can enjoy high-quality chocolate with unique flavors, so at Kiwilimon, we recommend these 12 chocolate shops to continue enjoying this delicacy of the gods.  You can also read: Discover the benefits of eating dark chocolate 12 Great Chocolate Shops in Mexico If you want to try chocolate of all kinds and the most innovative culinary proposals within the world of chocolate, then be sure to try the products from these 12 chocolate shops. Let us know which one you like the most! 1. Feliu ChocolateIn addition to having various national and international awards, this chocolate shop also promotes fair trade and no intermediaries.  Regarding its chocolate offerings, at Feliu, you will find bars starting at $100, bags of chocolates from $215, and also chocolate coating starting at $850. 2. La Rifa ChocolateríaLa Rifa Chocolatería has positioned itself as one of the best places to enjoy chocolate in all its forms; however, it is also a place to learn about the chocolate production process. Here, you can't miss their cocoa drinks, chocolate bars, and also their tamales and cookies. Sit at one of their tables and enjoy their variety of products.  3. Le Caméléon Another of the most awarded chocolate shops! Le Caméléon offers delicious chocolates, which also contain no artificial flavors, preservatives, or colorants. To top it off, their chocolates have won international awards. In their store, you can find all kinds of bars, filled chocolates, dehydrated fruit with chocolate, mole, special editions, and much more. Don't miss their chocolate tastings and learn all about this delicacy of the gods.  4. QUE BO! Chocolatería Led by chef José Ramón Castillo, QUE BO! is one of the best chocolate shops in Mexico, as it is always looking to innovate. In addition to offering all types of chocolate bars and filled chocolates, here you can find other products like chocolate-covered hazelnuts, cakes, macarons, and much more.  5. Tout Chocolat This chocolate shop is a must-visit for lovers of this delicacy. It has 3 locations, where you can enjoy all kinds of drinks, cookies, sweet bread, cakes, and all kinds of chocolates. Since it opened its doors in 2006, this chocolate shop has harvested successes and has won international awards such as the “Latin America’s Best Pastry Chef,” awarded by the organization Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants.  6. Tan Cacao Tan Cacao has just opened its doors in CDMX and has left us with a great taste in our mouths. This chocolate shop is located in Santa María La Ribera, and here you can taste desserts, drinks, chocolates, bars, and much more. Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed with an explanation about the chocolate-making process and you will be able to try sweet, semi-bitter, and bitter chocolate. Don't leave without trying the chocolate-covered strawberries, and remember that it is pet-friendly.  See more: Types of chocolate, origin and process7. Kuxtal Located in the historical center of the city, at Kuxtal you will find more than 50 flavors of filled chocolates, all of excellent quality. This artisan chocolate shop offers unique flavors like avocado with Cotija cheese, chai, cajeta with cheese, peach and basil, flan with rompope, hibiscus, mole, and more.  8. El Rito If you are visiting Oaxaca, you can't miss visiting Rito, a chocolate shop that has made a mark in one of the most important culinary capitals of Mexico and the world. After a brief pause, Rito will reopen its doors on September 14. Don't miss their drinks with 50% cocoa, 70% cocoa, chocolate with cardamom, chocolate with chili, or the chocolate with a cocoa bear. Another must-try is the chocolate ice cream and their chocolate bars. 9. Ah Cacao This chocolate shop located in Playa del Carmen has an incredible proposal that you can't miss. What I like most about the project is that they care about the environment and the local economy. Don't miss their chocolate bars, especially the Mayan chocolate and the one with salted almonds. They also have a chocolate spread with almonds, which is perfect to serve with toasted bread or pancakes.  10. ki’Xocolatl ki’Xocolatl is one of the main chocolate shops involved in the rescue of criollo cocoa. This project is also guided by important values such as fair wages and environmental care. Regarding their chocolates, there is a wide variety to choose from. Try the semi-bitter chocolate bar with lime and almonds, the white chocolate bar with Macadamia nuts, and the milk chocolate bar with oregano and almonds.  11. EsenciaThis chocolate shop is one of the best-kept secrets in CDMX. Here, they produce bars with extraordinary flavors like northern chicharrón and salted caramel, pistachio gianduja, passion fruit with cardamom, white chocolate with red fruits, roses, and more.  12. MuchoMucho is a museum dedicated to creating awareness about the world of chocolate and everything it entails. In addition to learning a lot with their tours, you can also purchase a wide variety of bonbons and more. Dare to schedule a chocolate tasting and enjoy it to the fullest!Now that you know these 12 places to enjoy chocolate, don't hesitate to plan a chocolate shop route to celebrate this endemic ingredient of the region and also delight in the best desserts created by the most talented chefs.  What is your favorite chocolate? Continue reading: The incredible benefits of drinking hot chocolate