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Cacao

414 sw 13th ave, Portland, OR (Downtown)
503.241.0656
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Ranked #4 of 3,055 restaurants in Portland
Cuisines: Dessert
Neighbourhood: Downtown
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Loganville, Georgia, United States
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68 reviews 68 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The guys working here are knowledgeable and passionate about the chocolate. The cinnamon hot chocolate is to die for, but definitely splurge on some truffles as well! We shared several and followed the recommendations of the guys there, thankfully. Try the Earl Grey, Lavender Salted Caramel, Pink Salted, Thai Peanut, and Gray Salted Caramel!

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See 22 more reviews by Jodi T for Portland
Eugene, OR
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28 restaurant reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

If there's a better chocolate place in America, I've not visited or heard of one. Highest quality offerings from around the world in many different forms, i. e. bars, covered nuts, nibs, truffles, etc. 3 kinds of sipping chocolate are offered: all 3 are sensational. I don't see how this place can be improved!

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Vancouver, Washington
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

How can you go wrong when chocolate is involved? It was a fun place to stop by after dinner downtown. Chocolate + espresso was yummy and they have a huge selection of chocolate products. There is a nice atmosphere - comfortable and quite. It would be a great place to meet a group of girlfriends for a visit.

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San Francisco, California
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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Try the drinking chocolate (or flight of 3 drinking chocolates) - sooo good! Similar to Angelina's in Paris (you also hear French music and there is a large map of Paris on the wall). Nice ambiance and very friendly staff

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SF Bay Area
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38 reviews 38 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Oh my gracious, I didn't know chocolate could be this good. I recommend any of their salted caramel goodies. Excellent! It's probably a good thing I don't live near this shop...

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Oregon
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33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

The drinking chocolate is amazing. Rich and flavorful but not too sweet. My husband and I shared a flight of the three drinking chocolates for $6. It was the perfect amount at a great price! We also tried several of the caramels. The salted caramels were our favorite. This is a great stop for a special treat. The shop on... More

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See 15 more reviews by TrudyTraveler for Portland
Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

My advice to to get the flight of drinking chocolate. Each cup was so delicious in its own way and tastes exactly how as described! My friend and I savored the three two ounce cups for over 15 minutes. It's one of those things you take a small sip, set it down, and enjoy all that happens with your senses.... More

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Carbondale, Illinois
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

We took a long walk to get to Cacao, and we had the flight of drinking chocolates as a reward! Amazing flavors and many, many kids of chocolate to take home. A must for chocolate lovers, and a unique experience.

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Portland, Oregon
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

The place is tiny but HUGE in terms of selection and flavor. If you can't find the chocolate of your dreams here, go back to sleep. The hand made confections from a variety of sources are both beautiful and tasty. The cooking chocolates are the best in town. AND the caramels (salted? chili? YES!) will make your heart sing.

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See 9 more reviews by pdxcook for Portland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013 via mobile

I did the epicurean tour and thus was one of the stupid. It's inside Heathman hotel and it's a cute little shop. A nice place to go for hot cup of chocolate when it's cold and rainy outside. Must try!!

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