Videri Chocolate Factory - Raleigh

What good is a day without chocolate? Well not a very good one, I'd say. But if you're going to eat chocolate, then get it from Videri Chocolate Factory. Right... read more What good is a day without chocolate? Well not a very good one, I'd say. But if you're going to eat chocolate, then get it from Videri Chocolate Factory. Right in the heart of Downtown Raleigh, you can smell the factory before you even get there...that's a good sign. You can buy boxes, bars, or individuals. You can even take a tour of the Factory and see how they make their yummy confections. Take it to go or stay and have a cup of coffee while eating a flaky chocolate croissant, can't go wrong there. Great staff...yummy treats

This place was quaint and so cute. Their chocolate...goodness. So so good. In fact, I ate 6 bonbons of their variety. Did I share? No. Do I feel bad? Also, no.... read more This place was quaint and so cute. Their chocolate...goodness. So so good. In fact, I ate 6 bonbons of their variety. Did I share? No. Do I feel bad? Also, no. Would I do it again? You bet. I am head over heels for that lemon thyme bonbon. *swoons

You can have a quick tour of their chocolate manufacturing process and understand the steps involved from getting pods to making chocolate. They provide samples... read more You can have a quick tour of their chocolate manufacturing process and understand the steps involved from getting pods to making chocolate. They provide samples of all the different varieties of chocolates they have. Loved the vesta, and the double shot sipping cup.

I visited Videri Chocolate Factory on a Sunday, but unfortunately, there were no staff members in the chocolate-making area that day. Still, I took a self-guide... read more I visited Videri Chocolate Factory on a Sunday, but unfortunately, there were no staff members in the chocolate-making area that day. Still, I took a self-guided tour using the QR codes scattered throughout the store. It was informative, though I can only imagine how much more engaging it would be with live chocolate-making demonstrations. On the bright side, I enjoyed the best frozen hot chocolate I've ever had—perfectly sweet with a rich, smooth chocolate flavor. My daughter tried the hot chocolate, and she loved it too.

I discovered Videri Chocolate Factory while looking for things to do in Raleigh. Honestly, the self-guided tour didn’t quite meet my expectations—I was hoping f... read more I discovered Videri Chocolate Factory while looking for things to do in Raleigh. Honestly, the self-guided tour didn’t quite meet my expectations—I was hoping for something more like Willy Wonka’s factory! Still, it was fascinating to learn about chocolate’s history and watch how it’s made. Just a note: their menu focuses solely on dark chocolate, which isn’t my favorite, though my wife absolutely loves it. They avoid using milk to preserve quality, which I can appreciate. They also have a delightful coffee bar and an ice cream shop, both of which I really enjoyed. While a bit pricey, the quality is definitely worth it.