LE CHOCOLAT DE FRED, Dún Laoghaire - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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FRENCH SOUL ON IRISH SOIL... Le chocolat de Frèd is a local French chocolate café offering fresh crêpes, waffles, ice creams and milkshakes drizzled with melted chocolate (milk, dark or hazelnut) and toppings/fruits. We also offer a full range of hot chocolates (traditional and Grand Cru) + a full coffee range (espresso, latte, americano, flat white, cappucinno, moka...) + chilled drinks (iced coffee, iced chocolate, latte frappé, chocolate frappé, affogato, hot chocolate float...) And if you prefer savoury dishes, don't miss our fresh galettes (savoury crepes) made from Britanny buckwheat flour, topped with a large range of ingredients (ham, smoked salmon, chicken, cheddar, goats cheese, eggs, tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, etc.).

PRICE RANGE

€3.00 – €15.00

CUISINES

French, International, European, Contemporary

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch

FEATURES

Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Accepts Credit Cards

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Samantha.pluck123@gmail.com

6 contributions

Best staff in Dun laoghaire

Nov 2022 • business

What makes this place stand out from the rest in the area is the staff. Celina & Coleen in particular make this place worth the visit. I have yet to see either of them without a smile, or serving anything that is not delicious. These ladies have set the standard high for coffee making in Dun Laoghaire, I come to Dun laoghaire on my day off just for the coffee here. Keep up the good work ladies.

Written 1 November 2022

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637Lucy637

Newcastle upon Tyne135 contributions

Worth the wait

Dec 2023 • solo

Saw this back in July on last trip to Dublin. Much better experience in 5 degree grey December afternoon. Delicious mocha. Sat outside for a mindful experience.

Written 4 December 2023

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Niamh L

29 contributions

Excellent

Apr 2023 • solo

Excellent food Nutrition was spot on & taste The very best staff anywhere which is saying a lot 💗👍 I am always impressed by the true French atmosphere

Written 27 April 2023

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CRcr

Western Ireland54 contributions

Good hot chocolate

Apr 2023 • friends

Nice little café. Small cramped seating area; metal stools and benches a bit uncomfortable. Good hot chocolate and crepes, but personally I dislike being presented with the option to include a tip when all I have done is literally just placed my order at the counter and I’m about to pay in advance. I’m happy to tip in restaurants and cafes when the service is good, but the difference here is I hadn’t actually received any service, other than to place my order, when the tip option was presented to me. Blame it on the card machine, or whatever, but it’s a business decision to do things that way, not the machine’s fault.

Written 5 April 2023

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Adi K

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Rude owner

Nov 2024 • couples

Spoke to owner in french for our order (I'm native speaker) and were sarcastic to me and rolled their eyes at me. Unpleasant will not be coming back.

Written 20 November 2024

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Aodhaniere

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loved it

Jan 2022 • none

i go to le chocolat de fred every time i am celebrating anything because everything they have to offer is very nice and i can definetly say i am getting my moneys worth

Written 28 March 2022

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elmsoft

Dublin149 contributions

Relaxing coffee

Jan 2020 • none

Nice coffee, friendly service. Interesting glasses for coffee - a glass within a glass. Small seating area.

Written 27 January 2020

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Elz

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Tastiest crepes!!

Dec 2019 • solo

I came into Le chocolat de fred in a fair rush to be at an appointment close enough to the cafe/restaurant. Cyllia (not sure if I'm spelling her name right so very sorry if I am) was lovely and said I could pop back in anytime of the day to collect it. Needless to say it was delicious and perfectly made, I got the first option of chocolate and bananas (there's also options of savoury crepes which look great too) the crepe Wasnt too rich so wasn't to heavy but hit the right spot. Lovely and efficient staff, wasn't waiting long at all even during their busy lunch hour, will definitely be returning!!

Written 12 December 2019

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lechocolatdefred

Hi. Thank you so much for your great review. And as the founder of Le chocolat de Frèd., I am always delighted to read how my staff is efficient and nice with customers. It is of course a key point. By the way, the lady who served you is called Selena ;-) Frèd.

Written 13 December 2019

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Jmfo44

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so good, so nice, so everything

Nov 2019 • none

My Gf and i stopped for a short break in this fabulous and unexpected small place. Really nice decor which creates a real « Parisian athmosphere ». It’s not only a place for chocolate lovers, they have a wide range of all kinds of sweet delicacies… the Crepe full of amazing dark melted chocolate and fruits Scrumptious hot chocolate with peanut butter, is just exceptional. Great service, warm and friendly. I am not surprised it’s often so busy. This amazing French owner is passionate about quality. Thanks for this sweet moment in Le Chocolat de Fred. I would definitely recommend it.

Written 19 November 2019

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David

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A place to visit

Nov 2019 • none

I like the deisign of the coffee area wher you can taste excellent chocolat, crepes with tasty coffee.

Written 11 November 2019

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JAHDublin

Blackrock83 contributions

Awful service

Nov 2019 • solo

Waited 20 mins in a queue on a Sunday. Finally got to order. Ordered a hot chocolate and crepe. Waited another 20 mins and I finally had to ask where the order was. “Oh sorry we forgot” was the answer. Get your house in order is my advice.

Written 10 November 2019

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lechocolatdefred

Hi JAHDublin. I am really sorry you had to wait so long yesterday. It is true that our very small premises is sometimes victim of its own success, especially during week-ends when so many people want to enjoy our treats. I know it would be much more simple to only serve ice creams and cookies as some other places do. But this is not us. Le chocolat de Frèd is all about making fresh crepes, galettes, waffles, hot chocolates... in front of the customer. And indeed, it takes a bit of time on very busy days. But I hope you liked your hot chocolate and crepe at the end. Anyway, thanks very much for letting us know about your bad experience. It helps us to remember how frustrating it can be to wait so long and I can promise you that we keep trying to reduce the waiting time without compromising the quality of our dishes.

Written 11 November 2019

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foodie0757

68 contributions

So good, we had to return

Nov 2019 • couples

We discovered this cafe when looking for real hot chocolate (made with melted chocolate) near us yesterday and returned today for a savoury crepe (and another classic hot chocolate!). I can see we will have to come back before we leave Dublun to try their waffles!

Written 1 November 2019

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lechocolatdefred

Thanks very much Foodie0757. I don't know when you intend to leave Dublin but I am sure we can please you with a different treat every single day ;-)

Written 3 November 2019

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flowrette

Dún Laoghaire8 contributions

Great family snack

Oct 2019 • family

We really enjoy this trendy place for coffee, hot chocolate and a large sélection of crêpes, waffles and ICE cream

Written 30 October 2019

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lechocolatdefred

Thanks very much for review Flowrette 😉

Written 31 October 2019

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Ciara C

4 contributions

Favourite cafe in Dublin!

Aug 2019 • none

Combination of Parisian charm and Irish friendliness - great service, delicious food, lots of options and really cozy! There's no better coffee shop than this...

Written 13 October 2019

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User123

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Lovely staff and nice products

Oct 2019 • business

The staff is always very friendly especially selene (: and the products are on point (fresh and delicious)

Written 11 October 2019

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