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The Best Hot Chocolate in Melbourne for a Decadent Delight
There's no better drink in the cooler seasons than a hot chocolate. Rich and decadent, here are the top spots you can find a tasty hot chocolate in Melbourne.
Everyone loves a hot chocolate every now and then…or if you’re like us, always. There’s just something about treating yourself to a rich and creamy hot chocolate that gives you a boost in serotonin from that very first sip.
Luckily, we’ve got a range of cafes that are serving up steamingingly good hot choccies to keep us going throughout the cooler months – or just whenever you feel like a warm treat. Here are all the places you can find the best hot chocolate in Melbourne.
Cannoleria
This winter, Cannoleria elevates hot chocolate in Melbourne to an art form with their limited-edition Cioccolata Calda, launching exclusively at their Carlton Lygon Street flagship. Choose from two classic blends — rich Pistachio & White Chocolate or intense Dark Chocolate — both served steaming hot.
For the ultimate indulgence, dive into the signature Ricotta Cioccolata Calda, where cups are hand-lined with silky Sicilian ricotta and finished with decadent toppings: crushed pistachios and cannoli shards for the Pistachio & White Chocolate, or fragrant candied orange peel and cannoli shards for the Dark Chocolate. Each sip is a decadent journey into Sicilian tradition, reimagined for your winter ritual.
Don’t miss this short-lived, sumptuous experience.
From 18th June
334 Lygon Street, Carlton
Piccolo Panini Bar
Piccolo Panini Bar’s new tiramisu hot latte (it’s basically the best of both hot choc and coffee world, just sayin’) is a quietly confident nod to Italian classics — espresso and cocoa-rich, smooth, and topped with soft whipped cream. The Pistachio Papi version, their fan favourite, also remains just as luscious and addictive as ever. Both are waiting for you at their Hawthorn spot — simple, satisfying, and utterly worth it.
636 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn
Good Daze Canteen
Dulce de leche dreams are made of this. Good Daze Canteen’s take on hot chocolate is pure dessert fantasy. This year, the Fitzroy ice-cream maestros are pouring a rich 72% dark chocolate blend, crowned with roasted almonds, a swirl of house-made banana jam, and a cloud of whipped dulce de leche cream. It’s golden hour in a cup — sweet, sultry, and unapologetically decadent.
316 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
Ruben’s Deli
Slip into something cosy and utterly indulgent with Ruben’s Deli Babka Hot Chocolate — a velvet-rich embrace of melted Callebaut chocolate swirling through a silky Italian base. Crowned with cinnamon-spiced whipped cream, a crisp babka rusk, and a cinnamon quill that whispers of warm, nostalgic spice, this is liquid gold in a cup. It’s like sipping on a sweet, braided daydream — comfort, decadence, and a hint of magic all rolled into one.
Only around for winter, so chase this seasonal treasure before it disappears.
KINGS ARCADE, 978 High Street, Armadale
Baker Bleu
If winter had a spirit animal, it’d be Baker Bleu’s tiramisu hot chocolate — a dark, soulful twist on the classic Italian dessert that’s equal parts gritty and luxurious. Crafted in partnership with Melbourne’s Hunted & Gathered, this drink marries rich espresso and deep, velvety cocoa, then crowns it with a cloud of whipped cream. It’s a shot of caffeine with a bittersweet kiss of nostalgia.
Not chasing caffeine? Their classic hot chocolate, made from 70% dark couverture and topped with a house-made vanilla marshmallow, delivers pure, unadulterated comfort. Both are only available at Baker Bleu’s new Cremorne outpost — get there before winter melts away.
65 Dover Street, Cremorne
St David Dairy & Cafe
Meet your new winter obsession(s). St David Dairy & Cafe is serving up not one but two molten chocolate marvels guaranteed to warm your soul.
First, there’s the indulgent Salted Butter Ice Cream Hot Chocolate Affogato: a decadent pour of Mörk hot chocolate over a generous scoop of St David’s own small-batch salted butter ice cream, finished with crunchy cacao nibs. It’s creamy, salty, chocolatey heaven in a cup.
Prefer to keep it classic? Opt for their signature Mörk hot chocolate, crowned with house-made whipped cream and delicate shavings of Mörk chocolate.
Both luxurious creations are available all winter long at the St David’s micro-dairy in Fitzroy — your ultimate cold-weather cocoa fix awaits.
16-18 St David Street, Fitzroy
Billy Van Creamy
Hot choccy lovers, rejoice — Billy Van Creamy has answered the call! Their classic hot chocolate is back, luxuriously topped with fluffy whipped cream that’s pure indulgence. Prefer plant-based? The vegan version swaps in silky coconut whipped cream so that everyone can enjoy creamy warmth without compromise. Whether you’re team dairy or vegan, this is the cosy hug your winter deserves.
212 St Georges Road, Fitzroy North
142 Bridport Street, Albert Park
Pidapipo Laboratorio’s Viral Hot Chocolate is Back
Pidapipo Laboratorio’s legendary hot chocolate is back for its third winter run — and it’s just as indulgent (if not more) as the hype promised. Crafted from their 70% single-origin dark chocolate blended with caramelised sugar, this limited-edition masterpiece is crowned with a generous scoop of silky Fior di Latte gelato, a cloud of marshmallows, and finished with a sprinkle of hazelnut croccante — a delightfully crunchy Italian brittle.
Creamy, rich, and decadently chocolatey, this is quite simply Melbourne’s ultimate winter warmer. But don’t wait — it’s only available throughout winter at their Fitzroy and Windsor stores (sorry, not at other Pidapipo locations). Your taste buds will thank you.
85 Chapel Street, Windsor
429-431 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
Calle Bakery Croissant Hot Chocolate
Calle Bakery has been known to make some of the best hot chocolates in Melbourne over the years, including their viral Parisian hot chocolate. However, they’ve absolutely outdone themselves this year, having dropped the ultimate winter indulgence that’s plastering them all over the algorithm once again: a Hot Chocolate Croissant Wheel. Packed with their signature Paris Hot Chocolate made from 100% Valrhona chocolate, this is the cosy treat you’ve been waiting for. Available Friday to Sunday from 9:30am for dine-in or takeaway. Don’t sleep on it—grab yours before they’re gone!
Friday through Sunday, from 9:30am
649 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North
Project 281 Cafe
This one’s for the die-hard chocolate lovers. Project 281 Coffee Roasters is brewing the ultimate hot chocolate, crafted with rich Belgian couverture chocolate that’s melted down and swirled into silky steamed milk. The cup is topped with a stunning chocolate squiggle, which melts into the drink as the hot chocolate is poured into the cup. It’s decadence at its finest!
281 Albert Street, Brunswick
JC Patisserie’s Pistachio or Peanut Butter Layered French Hot Chocolate
Indulge in JC Patisserie Boulangerie’s beloved French hot chocolate with an extra decadent twist! If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on one of these dreamy delights, lined with either pistachio or peanut butter, you’re in for a treat. The rich, velvety hot chocolate pairs flawlessly with the nutty elegance of pistachio or the salty sweetness of peanut butter. Each sip is a symphony of flavours, balancing the luxurious chocolate with the distinct notes of these nutty linings. Relish every sip!
17 Henry Street, Abbotsford
Rongcha
Another must-visit spot for the best hot chocolate in Melbourne is Rongcha in the city. This Thai dessert cafe’s delightful take on the classic Winter warmer features gourmet hot chocolate topped with torched marshmallow fluff and a delicious s’more sandwich cracker.
It’s the perfect treat to indulge in on a chilly day, blending rich chocolatey goodness with the playful texture of marshmallows and crackers. We’re only a little bit salivating.
18 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
Mörk Chocolate Brew House
If you’re looking for the best hot chocolate in Melbourne, it doesn’t get much better than Mörk Chocolate Brew House. ‘Mörk’ means ‘dark’ in Swedish, and while hot chocolates are often made with dairy milk chocolate, this special case is crafted using rich, dark cacao that’s packed with flavour. Using cacao powder, lavish blocks of 100% unsweetened chocolate and organic unrefined coconut blossom sugar, this sweet treat is an experience in itself.
Various locations across Melbourne, see website for details
Le Petit Marché
For a taste of Paris in the form of a deliciously rich and creamy hot chocolate, you need to try Le Petit Marché. Their hot chocolates went viral on TikTok last year as videos of people spooning freshly whipped cream into drinks so thick they looked like melted chocolate graced our ‘For You’ pages. And trust us, this hot chocolate tastes even better than it looks – which you would think impossible, since it’s so aesthetic.
146 Greville Street, Prahran
Sonido
A hot chocolate with cheese? Relax, it’s a Colombian thing. That’s what Colombian cafe Sonido says as it serves up some of the most unique hot chocolate in Melbourne. Sip on your hot chocolate and spoon out your stretchy cheese in a cute yellow mug as you indulge in one of the most decadent treats that one could possibly ask for. Marrying savoury and sweet in one warm mug, it’s kind of like combining our two favourite types of fondue.
69 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
Meno Zero
No one does a hot chocolate quite like the Italians, in our opinion. So thick it could be mistaken for hot custard, Meno Zero’s hot chocolate is so hot, it’s a ‘buy now and drink 30 minutes later’ situation. While we may have suffered from burnt tongues due to our eagerness, the temporary pain for what you gain is worth it – trust us.
914a Doncaster Road, Doncaster
199-201 Point Nepean Road, Dromana
Is your sweet tooth craving more sugary goodness after this hit of the best hot chocolate in Melbourne? Check out the best bakeries in Melbourne, or indulge in extra sweetness and take a peek at Melbourne’s best cake shops for a slice of heaven.
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