The 7 Best Hot Chocolate Spots In New York City

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These are some of the things that New Yorker’s love most about the holidays. However, when the weather starts to dip, and the snow starts to fall, there are definite holiday comforts that every one of us tends to look forward to each year. And no, it’s not the Manhattan traffic or crazy long lines at the malls and department stores. The holiday comfort I’m referring to is none other than hot chocolate. Although you’d be hard pressed to find a hot chocolate that in New York City wasn’t delicious and satisfying, it’s safe to say that some spots do it better than others. In today’s article, you will learn my top 7 picks for the best hot chocolate in New York City.

Jacques Torres Chocolate:

A West Village staple, there are few places better to visit in the city of New York when you are craving chocolate. They offer both traditional and trendy hot chocolate varieties, and if you're looking for a last-minute gift idea for the chocolate lover in your life they have a wide array of gift packs as well.

Martha's Country Bakery:

With locations across the city, Martha’s is home to the unique and very delicious red velvet hot chocolate. If you’ve long craved for a red velvet in a beverage form but never had one, what are you waiting for?

The City Bakery:

Nestled in the Flatiron district, The City Bakery is considered one of the top hot chocolate spots in New York. If you don’t have time to check it out over the holidays, don’t sweat it because they run a Hot Chocolate Festival in February where each day is home to a new flavor. Hint, hint guys, you may want to keep this in mind for Valentine’s Day.

Serendipity 3:

What makes this place unique? Well, how does frozen hot chocolate with peanut butter sound? One of the more unique hot chocolate spots in the city, and a must for those who prefer cool treats even in the winter.

Squish Marshmallows:

If gourmet marshmallows are all you ever dreamed of to take your hot chocolate to the next level, you’ll want to head over to Squish this holiday season.

Laduree:

Some say the French do it best, and when it comes to hot chocolate that may be true. If you want a classy European experience, some sublime hot chocolate and maybe a few macaroons, you’ve found the right place.

Spot Dessert Bar:

Known for their Nutella hot chocolate, Spot Dessert Bar is the place you want to be if you’re looking to pair your hot chocolate with some of the best desserts in the city.

If you are a hot chocolate connoisseur my recommendation is to remember that it’s a long winter and you will have plenty of time to get through all of these places and more.

Time to start planning!