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Chocolate Dude

Cafe Coffee shop Chocolate shop

Handmade chocolates pair with espresso drinks at this chill cafe with colorful, ’60s-inspired decor. People often mention chocolate, great, good, service, coffee, Chocolate, truffles, time, friendly, helpful,


Address

3339 Central Ave NE E, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Website

www.chocolatedudeabq.com

Contact

(505) 639-5502

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (368 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 11 AM to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: chocolate (30) great (10) good (10) service (9) coffee (8) Chocolate (7) truffles (7) time (7) friendly (6) helpful (6)
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  • 5/5 Diana O. 2 years ago on Google
    Super fun, cute little coffee & chocolate shop with a delicious assortment of treats, coffee & teas. Very enjoyable. The experience is a #must And for my GF, vegan & lactose intolerant friends & family there is lots to choose from for everyone!!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul H. 1 year ago on Google
    Chocolate Dude is a staple of the nob hill area. Everything is made fresh in house and they keep a nice rotation of new flavors while keeping old favorites. The coffee is very underrated and of course any drink with chocolate in it will be superlative.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melissa 2 years ago on Google
    This whole place is a vibe. You can smell coffee and chocolate as soon as you walk in. You'll be delighted and confused by the wide selection of drinks and treats available. Bonus - discount for medical staff and coupon if you sign up for texts.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joceline L. 6 years ago on Google
    We had a pleasant experience at this location. It was very cozy inside and the workers were all very friendly and welcoming. They also made recommendations for their favorite chocolates. We had the rum and champagne truffles, sea salt caramel, while chocolate peanut butter and also a coffee. Definitely recommend visiting this location.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lindsey P. 4 months ago on Google
    Chocolate dude has the best hot chocolate & mochas around. I think they make their own cocoa powder? Their macarons are great, by far the best anywhere in NM & honestly some of the best I’ve had. The staff is always friendly, helpful, & patient with all my questions. This is my favorite place to go for a treat/sugar rush. It’s also great for host gifts (6pk macarons, truffle packs), or gifts in general for the chocolate lovers in your life. The advent calendars are a great way to try a variety of truffles at the holidays.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Tyler J. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a review of the woman store manager. I received a strawberry bouquet that did not have the items included in it on my receipt and website description at the time of purchase. (Roses, raspberry sticks, ect.) When I called and describe my issue the store manager called me a liar. She asked me to send her my receipt. When I had no issue of doing this, because I'm not lying she hung up on me. How in the world would I have been able to exactly describe the strawberry bouquet that I didn't receive??? Either way, the store owner called me back and fixed the issue with extreme professionality.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 צדיקה �. 10 months ago on Google
    Chocolate, dark or sweet, they will capture your tastebuds and even coffee.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Matthew T. 11 months ago on Google
    First time trying this place it's been on my bucket list for sometime. Very cool store and friendly staff , nice clean bathroom. I got pinon dark chocolate. It was good however for 5.00 for a small piece that's overpriced in my opinion. Not all varieties are that high, some higher, some lower. Be willing to spend though when you're there. I would go back without a doubt however and even take family and friends there.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kirk H. 1 year ago on Google
    The people behind the counter were very helpful and friendly. Plus, they made good recommendations and brought our food and drink out to us when it was ready. We were able to find a nice seat on a couch near the entrance, and it made a great place to relax and recharge during our time in ABQ.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Keira B. 7 months ago on Google
    Great service, and all around aesthetically pleasing. The chocolate is so good with true flavor.

  • 5/5 Susan B. 5 months ago on Google
    Hands down the best chocolate candies and mocha. I’m a caramel nut and Oh My Goodness, it’s delish!!! Kind and sweet personnel with great service. Will definitely be back for more deliciousness!

  • 5/5 April s. 4 months ago on Google
    Amazing customer service!!! I had ordered for delivery a couple weeks ago, a few minutes later I got a text personally from the owner or manager letting me know they canceled my order because of a robbery they just had and closed the store. She was super sweet and even offered a gift card for the inconvenience. I told her I was sorry that happened and that I totally understand, and that she also didn't have to offer me anything. Well tonight we ordered delivery and when we got our order, she remembered us and threw in a some extra goodies and that gift card. That was super awesome of them and the fact that she remembered us was even more amazing. Thank you so much for your great customer service, and for going out of your way. The caramel apples are the best by the way! I wish all companies had that type of customer service in general. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Viridiana A. 5 months ago on Google
    Chocolate covered apples are my favorite! I like them with caramel and chocolate only, other places usually have them with 20 other toppings but I really like how they have the chocolate and caramel covered apple without other toppings. I truly enjoy the ambiance and it’s always good to play a little game while enjoying good chocolate. I love it here

  • 5/5 Jason R. 9 months ago on Google
    Awesome chocolate shop, and great coffee to boot! Recommend as a must stop if you crave great chocolate!

  • 1/5 Susan G. 1 year ago on Google
    Today was my first and last time going to The Chocolate Dude. I was in around 5:55 PM and the decor was very cozy and festive. Upon arrival we were not greeted by the two women employees. I wanted to see all the tasty treats as this was my first time. Immediately the one woman asked within 2 minutes 3 times if we knew what we wanted. We replied we were looking the first two. The 3rd we asked about the prices to what we were interested in purchasing still undecided, the employee went back to her work. Immediately after the other employee said, are you ready yet ? After each selection she asked us Is that it … in a very rude and impatient tone. We got our items and left. There was a man he was the only customer who was standing up to leave. They thanked him for stopping by. They said absolutely nothing to us, very disappointed in the customer service. The chocolate clusters and strawberries were delicious. Wished the service was better.

  • 1/5 Vanity M. 1 year ago on Google
    No, I was so disappointed! Went in to try them for the first time and it was such a let down. I love chocolate and I know good chocolate, and this is not good chocolate. You know the cheap Easter chocolate you used to get how terrible that is. Well it's like they melted down all that old Easter chocolate, reshaped it and charged you 5 bucks for it. It was bad threw the rest of my bag of chocolate away. Don't use cheap chocolate in a chocolate shop!! It's wrong and it's rude!

  • 5/5 Jessica N. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is the Holy Grail of chocolate. Chocolate soooo good, like nothing you’ve had before. From their hot chocolate to the confections to their baked goods. Every time I stop by it’s always consistent, and always very good! (They are making it right in front of you) If you have not been here, YOU MUST stop by! The staff is super friendly and the place is very clean.

  • 5/5 Jeff K. 1 year ago on Google
    I stopped in this store to buy some chocolates for my wife and the employees were incredibly helpful! I wasn't quite sure what to purchase but the ladies behind the counter were able to bail me out and help me decide on some items to get for my wife. In addition, my wife loves the chocolates that I bought her and I was a hero!

  • 5/5 Mari P. 1 year ago on Google
    Really adorable and sweet place. Went in with my grandpa and he really loved the fudge! The workers were really kind and helpful. Overall was a wonderful experience! 100% suggest checking it out. Great treats.

  • 2/5 Shanna G. 1 year ago on Google
    My partner and I have never been to the Chocolate Dude before today, we went today around 4:00PM. We walked in there were four woman working and when we walked up to the counter we were rushed to pick what we wanted immediately, once we picked our selection and we thanked the ladies and started to walked out the ladies said nothing and were very cold toward us. We tried the truffles and the fudge , the fudge was very crunchy and was terrible. The truffles were okay. The customer service was not great!

  • 5/5 Jo V. 1 year ago on Google
    Dude, it's chocolate AND coffee - two of my preferred catalysts. Thank goodness they're legal! Admittedly, both of these are part of my diet. You can think of the upsides as being somewhat vegetarian because they originate from plants. This is the place to go in Albuquerque; where they specialize in such an indulgence. It doesn't just stop at chocolates they also have cupcakes and macarons. Crave. Get. Devour.

  • 5/5 Alexis Q. 1 year ago on Google
    Got A free macaroon for being a student and it made my day lol! The staff is amazing and the chocolate is extremely delicious!

  • 5/5 Caroline E. 1 year ago on Google
    They have so so many good choice in pastries. I loved 💘 the truffles so yummy 😋. Apple candy big ones too covered in chocolate and different kinds sprinkles. The Staff are friendly an helpful. My place to get chocolate covered truffles DIFFERENT kinds I really love the Raspberry kind 😋😋😋. U need to check this place out. 😊☺😀😁😁.

  • 5/5 M 2 years ago on Google
    Such a cute spot! Stopped in to grab a drink and we decided we had to get chocolate too!! I got an iced matcha with oat milk which was great. I like that they offer it unsweetened since some places do not. We bought a box of truffles to take home and they were delicious. The service was very nice and helpful.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dessert
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ In-store pickup
    • ✓️ In-store shopping
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Small business

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