Downtown outlet Choco Cafe has been booming since its inception in 2011 – a testament to the popularity of the Bedford-based Chocolates by Design company. While it began by importing rare Belgian chocolate unavailable anywhere else in Halifax, the cafe now wins over new customers with a huge array of hot chocolates and brownies. For something special, try the Chocolamoo, an insane $8 glass filled with chocolate ice cream, chocolate sauce and chocolate flakes and topped with melted Belgian chocolate.
Don't be surprised if you walk out of this café with more than an iced coffee. This cozy spot doubles as a chocolate shop and has a full selection of chocolate treats created on site. Aside from a standard selection of specialty coffees, you can find cold hot chocolate to quench that hot chocolate craving even when it's too hot to think.