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Dandelion Chocolate: Factory Tour & Guided Tasting | SF
Mmmm… chocolate! Four days a week, Dandelion Chocolates offer $15 factory tours (with tastings.)
These tours can book up months in advance (especially for the Saturday tours), so we recommend trying to book as early as possible and aim for a Wednesday or Thursday.
On the tour, you’ll taste cacao as it is being processed, from cocoa beans to liquid chocolate, and they’ll guide you through a tasting of their single origin bars.
Dandelion Chocolate: Factory Tour & Guided Tasting Dandelion Chocolate, 740 Valencia Street, SF, CA $15 Tours are limited to 8 guests. The production team will be off of their factory floor by 6 pm, so they will show videos of machinery that isn’t running during the tour. You will be walking around the factory, so footwear with closed toes is required.
Please allow yourself plenty of time for parking, as it can be a challenge.
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2600 16th Street (@ Alabama/Rescue Row) San Francisco, CA 94103 Map & Directions (415) 349-0942 [email protected]
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SF Valencia Street Factory, Retail Shop, and Café
Our chocolate factory and café is open to the public seven days a week. In our café, we serve hot chocolates, espresso drinks, frozen drinks, and a full line of pastries made in house. To catch a view of our production process, grab a seat along the chalkboard corridor with a hot chocolate and watch our chocolate makers make cocoa beans into chocolate bars. We make chocolate every day until about 6pm with a break for lunch.
740 Valencia St. (at 18th) San Francisco, CA 94110 Map & Directions (415) 349-0942 [email protected]
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Café Menu Our menu changes frequently, but here are samples of our chocolate and coffee drinks and housemade pastries .
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5 stars 4 stars 3 stars 2 stars 1 star 5.00/5 - (1 Votes) Thuan Local tour guide "When visiting the Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience in San Francisco, be sure to try the famous Ghirardelli Sundae, topped with their signature homemade hot fudge. And don't forget to explore the Ghirardelli Square nearby for a beautiful view of the Bay Area while indulging in your chocolatey treat."
What is Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience?
Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience is a delightful attraction located in Sicily, Italy. This unique experience offers chocolate lovers the opportunity to indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of Ghirardelli chocolate while immersing themselves in the history and artistry of chocolate making.
History of Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience
The history of Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience dates back to the 19th century when Domenico Ghirardelli, an Italian chocolatier, established his famous chocolate factory in San Francisco, California. With a passion for creating exquisite chocolate, Ghirardelli quickly gained a reputation for his exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to quality.
Today, Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience in Sicily pays homage to this rich heritage, showcasing the time-honored techniques and traditions that have made Ghirardelli chocolate renowned worldwide.
When planning your tours in San Fransisco don't forget to visit Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience.
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Why is Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience Important?
Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience holds great significance for chocolate enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. Firstly, it provides a unique opportunity to explore the world of chocolate through an immersive and interactive experience. Visitors can learn about the origin of cocoa beans, the chocolate-making process, and the art of chocolate tasting.
Secondly, Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience is a celebration of the culinary arts and the cultural heritage of Sicily. It showcases the region's passion for fine chocolate and its commitment to preserving traditional techniques.
Lastly, Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience contributes to the local economy by attracting both domestic and international tourists. It creates employment opportunities and promotes Sicily as a premier destination for chocolate tourism.
Things to Do & See at Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience
- T aste Ghirardelli Chocolate : Indulge your taste buds in the exquisite flavors of Ghirardelli chocolate. Sample a variety of their famous chocolates, from creamy milk chocolate to intense dark chocolate.
- Chocolate-Making Workshops : Participate in hands-on workshops and learn the secrets of chocolate making from expert chocolatiers. Create your own delectable treats and take them home as a tasty souvenir.
- Interactive Exhibits: Immerse yourself in the world of chocolate through interactive exhibits that showcase the history, science, and artistry behind Ghirardelli's delectable creations.
- Chocolate Pairing Sessions : Discover the art of pairing chocolate with various flavors, such as wine, coffee, or cheese. Engage your senses as you explore the harmonious combinations of taste and aroma.
- Chocolate Shop : Browse through a wide array of Ghirardelli chocolates and chocolate-related products. Take home some delectable treats or unique souvenirs to share with family and friends.
With its delectable chocolates, immersive experiences, and the warm hospitality of Sicily, Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience promises an unforgettable journey for chocolate enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.
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The Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience is a popular tourist attraction located in San Francisco, known for its immersive chocolate-themed exhibits and tastings.
The Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience is located at Ghirardelli Square, 900 North Point St, San Francisco, CA 94109.
Visitors can expect to learn about the history of Ghirardelli chocolate, participate in chocolate-making demonstrations, indulge in delicious chocolate tastings, and explore various exhibits showcasing the chocolate-making process.
Entry to the Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience is free. However, certain activities and tastings may have separate charges.
The Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience is open from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm, seven days a week.
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We make our chocolate with just cocoa beans and organic cane sugar: no added vanilla, lecithin, preservatives, flavorings, or cocoa butter.
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“Dandelion roasts and grinds beans from a single farm or cooperative at a time. It’s a winemaker’s approach, and each bar is as distinct from the next as a Chianti is from a Barolo.”
"Dandelion Chocolate has stood out in the new crop of bean-to-bar chocolate makers in America. ... Equally exciting is the way chocolate is used in their café ... blended into one of the best cups of hot chocolate I’ve ever had."
“Each of Dandelion’s single-origin bars is unique to its terroir—the Dominican is nutty and bright, the Liberian earthy and umami-rich—and helps sustain the inhabitants (feathered and not) of the land.”
“Instead of using additives and strange, unpronounceable ingredients to alter the flavor of his chocolate, [Dandelion Chocolate] relies on the distinct taste of the beans.”
“At Dandelion Chocolate’s bean-to-bar factory and café, you’ll find single-source chocolate bars roasted to subtle perfection.”
“‘Small batch is what’s big at Dandelion Chocolate ... Here, the focus is on quality, not quantity: Made in small amounts (with no batch exactly the same), and it sells out almost immediately.”
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We source our cocoa beans directly, with boots on the ground (usually Greg's) at each farm. We are friends with our producers and on average pay over $7,000/tonne.
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Chocolate lovers rejoice: There are a number of special tours in San Francisco for those who love chocolate. While the original Ghirardelli factory buildings no longer host a working factory or manufactory tour, you can visit the original manufactory, which now hosts a beautiful ice cream shop and chocolate store. Read on to find out more about it, along with a few other chocolate tour options ...
Chocolate-inspired experiences, classes and tours curated for your occasion, hosted by our team of industry experts and education professionals
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Introduced in 1966, The Original Chocolate & Ice Cream Shop was the first location that focused on sundaes. The store celebrates Ghirardelli's history and craftmanship as a U.S. chocolate pioneer, and the company's legacy in San Francisco dating back to the 1850s. The newly designed shop features North America's largest flowing chocolate wall, the original 19-foot "G" from the ...
2600 16TH STREET. SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103. factory tours · drinks · pastries · indoor café. pre-order pickup · retail · classes · outdoor seating. Monday. 7:30 AM - 6 PM.
Chocolate and San Francisco is a heavenly match. And this experience introduces locals and visitors alike to the history and contemporary chocolate culture of the city. On this 3-hour tasting tour, you'll wander the streets that make San Francisco so special, try the finest offerings from renowned chocolatiers and, of course, gain first-hand knowledge of the health benefits of chocolate ...
We're Dandelion Chocolate, a bean-to-bar chocolate maker in San Francisco's Mission District. For over 10 years, we've been turning cocoa beans and organic sugar into single-origin dark chocolate. We travel and build lasting relationships with cocoa farmers and producers, then craft small batches of chocolate back home in our San Francisco factory and served in our cafes, located in San ...
At Ghirardelli Square, the legend lives on at Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience. The store is vibrant and welcoming, rooted in the rich heritage of San Francisco. Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience, where Ghirardelli's passion for chocolate has expanded into decadent hot fudge sundaes, with handmade hot fudge made fresh daily from Ghirardelli Chocolate. On your way out, don't ...
Dandelion Chocolate: Factory Tour & Guided Tasting. Dandelion Chocolate, 740 Valencia Street, SF, CA. $15. Tours are limited to 8 guests. The production team will be off of their factory floor by 6 pm, so they will show videos of machinery that isn't running during the tour.
We opened our first factory and café on Valencia Street in 2012 to share the bean-to-bar chocolate-making experience with visitors.
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What began as the Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory in the 1890s is now a multilevel retail square across the street from San Francisco's Aquatic Park. The red brick structure is recognizable by its clock tower and large "Ghirardelli" sign, which make excellent photo backdrops for visitors who come to shop, dine, and eat ice cream.
Like other San Francisco tours, a tour of the Ghirardelli Chocolate factory is designed to give visitors a taste of one of the city's most important traditions. The tour takes place at the original store and ice cream shop in Ghirardelli Square, where people can also sample the company's chocolate products and world-famous ice cream.
The history of Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience dates back to the 19th century when Domenico Ghirardelli, an Italian chocolatier, established his famous chocolate factory in San Francisco, California. With a passion for creating exquisite chocolate, Ghirardelli quickly gained a reputation for his exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to quality.
After five years of planning and renovations, we opened our 16th Street Chocolate Factory in 2019. The century-old brick building, converted from a former print shop, covers almost a city block near the north edge of San Francisco's Mission District.
The stately brick buildings in San Francisco's impressive 1895 Ghirardelli Square, the original site of the Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory, are now the home of a stylish collection of shops, restaurants, and a luxe hotel.
Ghirardelli has been inspired by our San Francisco home since 1852. Ghirardelli represents a range of truly exceptional chocolate experiences, from classic, individually wrapped SQUARES to bars to baking chips and sauces.
Ghirardelli Square is a large, former chocolate factory that has been reduced to little more than a chocolate store and eatery. While there are two other restaurants (Lori's Diner and McCormick & Kuleto's) the rest of the "square" (mall) is largely occupied by meaningless stores. Ghiradelli chocolate is great stuff - high quality and ...
Plan what to do in Ghirardelli Square San Francisco! Go to the Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory and get the ultimate Ghirardelli chocolate experience!
At The San Francisco Chocolate Factory, we create beautiful gift tins filled with gourmet chocolate. Our world famous Wine Lover's Chocolate collectionpairs delicious chocolate flavors with the world's most popular wine varietals. Perfect to enjoy with a glass of wine or as a gift for the wine lover who already has everything else!
Follow along with what we're working on and what's happening at the factory. Dandelion Chocolate offers single-origin small-batch chocolate bars, gifts, hot chocolate mix, baking chocolate, and everything to make chocolate at home. Free shipping on all domestic orders.