
Although Los Angeles isn’t too familiar with a white Christmas, it’s still around the time the weather drops to the 7os. Hey, that’s cold to us! Plus, we still love enjoying the seasonal treats even if it’s still sunny over here — which means the holidays call for at least a few hot chocolates. Besides, numerous studies have shown that chocolate may help anxiety thanks to stress-reducing antioxidants. Not to mention its ability to increase serotonin levels! So drinking hot chocolate is just a necessary therapy. Here are the best hot chocolate in Los Angeles!
Secret Los Angeles relies on the team’s personal experiences, recommendations, editorial reviews, and customer feedback before choosing our favorite places to grab a bite or sip cocktails in LA. This list is constantly evolving, so please check back regularly.
1. Demitasse
If you aren’t warming up with Liquid Lavender Hot Chocolate and a giant, house-made marshmallow from Cafe Demitasse then you’re not doing winter in L.A. right. Dipping the perfectly toasted sugar pillow into the thick hot chocolate offers the perfect amount of richness without being overwhelming.
📍Location: 1149 Third Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
💸 Price: $1-$10
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
2. Churros Calientes
Churros Calientes is an ideal spot for an afternoon treat or satisfying a late-night sweet craving. Imagine being in a Spanish café, enjoying a perfectly golden churro paired with a rich cup of hot chocolate. Their hot chocolate is made with high-quality organic cacao beans, offering an extra delicious dip for your freshly made churro.
📍Location: 11521 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
💸 Price: $10-$20
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
3. Cacao Mexicatessen
Mexico’s influence on L.A. means you get to choose from these decadent hot drinks with a Mexican twist. Cacao Mexicatessen is an Eagle Rock gem that offers a delicious Abuelitas Mocha Latte made with Oaxacan Chocolate. Alternatively, you can spice things up with an Azteca Mocha.
📍Location: 1576 Colorado Blvd (at Townsend Ave), Los Angeles, CA
💸 Price: $20-$30
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
4. Playa Provisions
A must try at Playa Provision is the frozen Hot Chocolate. It features warm European drinking chocolate poured over peppermint stick ice cream, topped with a swirl of toasted marshmallow, and served alongside Christmas cookies.
📍Location: 119 Culver Blvd, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
5. Lady Chocolatt
Sip on pure Belgian bliss with these servings of liquid cocoa from the creators of all things chocolate. Lady Chocolatt is L.A.’s direct link to Belgium’s finest ateliers, and you can have it tailored to your every whim, whether that’s extra dark, sugar-free, white, or standard with a scoop of ice cream. Oh, and it’s all 100% natural.
📍Location: 12008 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
💸 Price: $1-$10
6. Lavender & Honey Espresso Bar
Whatever the weather, Lavender & Honey Espresso Bar has the perfect drink for every cocoa enthusiast. Cozy up with their classic hot chocolate or explore a range of flavors like salted caramel, campfire hot chocolate and vanilla hot chocolate, and more.
📍Location: 1383 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
💸 Price: $1-$10
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
7. Guelaguetza
Guelaguetza is where hot chocolate (Chocolate de Agua) doubles up as dessert. And you simply can’t have it without the highly addictive Mexican sweet bread. Using authentic Oaxacan ingredients this James Beard Winner serving is a must for traditional servings of hot cocoa. Oh, and you’ll want to pick up some Mole while you’re at it.
📍Location: 3014 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90006
💸 Price: $20-$30
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
8. ChocoVivo
It would be a crime to miss out on a cup of molten chocolate from the cacao experts. ChocoVivo happens to be LA’s first! Bean to Bar Chocolate Factory, and the all-woman establishment, offers natural vegan goodness crafted using ancient stone-ground methods.
📍Location: 12469 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
9. Chokolatta
Attention North Hollywood chocolate lovers, this is your go-to spot! Stop by on a chilly winter day and enjoy a cup of Spicy Mayan hot chocolate or their classic hot chocolate. You can even grab some cocoa powder to recreate the magic at home, it’s that good!
📍Location: 5264 Tujunga Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601
💸 Price: $10-$20
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
10. Bardonna L.A.
The hot chocolate bomb craze isn’t going anywhere, and these decadent balls from Bardonna explode into a mouthful of mini marshmallows to enjoy with every sip. They create new ones for every occasion, so if you know where to go for the perfect choclat treat.
📍Location: 1601 Montana Ave Santa Monica, CA 90403
💸 Price: $20-$30
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
11. Intelligentisa Café
Looking to get the best hot chocolate in L.A.? Then stop by your local Intelligentsia for a delicious taste of it! Made with single-origin Ghanaian cocoa and free from additives or preservatives, it’s a treat you won’t want to miss. Plus, it comes in a lovely giftable tin, making it perfect for sharing with a friend or fellow hot cocoa enthusiast!
📍Locations:
- 1331 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
- 6401 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
- 3922 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029
- 55 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
💸 Price: $1-$10
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
12. Ambrosia
Head to this cozy neighborhood gem for a hot cocoa experience that’s as heartwarming as it is affordable. Ambrosia Coffee is known for its inviting atmosphere and diverse menu, featuring everything from espresso to Vietnamese-inspired specialties.
For a sweet treat, try their classic hot cocoa, which blends rich chocolate with a touch of vanilla and steamed milk for a smooth, comforting sip that’s perfect for chilly days!
📍Location: 748 N Fries Ave, Wilmington, CA 90744
💸 Price: $1-$10
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
13. Chocolate Cafe Kitchen
Chocolate Cafe Kitchen is a cozy spot that offers the perfect blend of comfort food and sweet indulgence. Known for its homemade hot cocoa, this cafe also serves up delicious treats like chilaquiles and veggie breakfast burritos. Beyond the hot chocolate, you’ll find an array of chocolate creations, making it a go-to destination for satisfying your sweet tooth all year round.
📍Location: 3319 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019
💸 Price: $10-$20
☕️ Grab a hot chocolate
Edited by Sofía Delpueche.