Xoco is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

1. Xoco

8.7
449 N Clark St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Near North Side · 360 tips and reviews

JillianJillian: Rick Bayless never disappoints! Can't go wrong with Cochinita Pibil, Chicken Tinga, or Cubana torta. The caldos totally hit the spot too. Don't forget to order a churro or a hot chocolate - delicious!

DenraelDenrael: Try the tres leches - And hot chocolate from fresh roasted beans

EuniceEunice: Churros with hot choco and custard are mindblowingly delicious.

Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

2. Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop

8.2
830 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Chocolate Store · Streeterville · 97 tips and reviews

Erin B.Erin Babb: Best hot cocoa ever!

Alex D.Alex Davila: Excellent hot cocoa, especially when it is snowing outside.

Pamela D.Pamela Downes: The most yummy hot chocolate ever!!! Mmm :)

Katherine Anne Confections is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

3. Katherine Anne Confections

8.6
2745 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Dessert Shop · Logan Square · 22 tips and reviews

Amanda E.Amanda Ewing: Try the almond hot chocolate, you can't go wrong!

Sara R.Sara Robertson: Best hot chocolate in the city, no question. The homemade marshmallows are also unbelievable and you get to pick two for each cup.

Kristina P.Kristina Powers: hot chocolate is amazing

Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

4. Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop

9.4
400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Chocolate Store · Streeterville · 30 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: I am a total hot chocolate snob, and I can tell you that the salted caramel hot chocolate is stunningly wonderful.

ShadinShadin: The salted caramel hot chocolate drink is the best✔️✔️✔️

edisonv 😜edisonv 😜: Wonderful Classic Ghirardelli Hot Cocoa, especially on a rainy & cold wintry night in Chicago...it’s a spa for the soul 😘☺️

Leonidas Chocolate is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

5. Leonidas Chocolate

8.0
59 E Chicago Ave (at N Rush St), Chicago, IL
Chocolate Store · Near North Side · 23 tips and reviews

Emily C.Emily Clark: Best hot coco in the city!

Ajit A.Ajit Asirvatham: Try the triple hot chocolate!

Lin G. H.Lin G. Hansen: Mexican Hot Chocolate is delish and my daughter loves the Nutella Crepe!

Dunkin' is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

6. Dunkin'

8.5
6342 N Milwaukee Ave (at W Devon Ave), Chicago, IL
Donut Shop · Norwood Park · 3 tips and reviews

Elio P.Elio Perez: Hot chocolate and a glazed doughnut, perfect combination

Happi M.Happi Masih: Try the salted caramel hot chocolate...amazing!!!

Lina G.Lina Gonzo: Be sure to order the coffee!

BomboBar is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

7. BomboBar

8.2
832 West Randolph Street (Randolph), Chicago, IL
Dessert Shop · Fulton Market · 22 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Bombobar offers something they call "hotter" chocolates made with hot white chocolate, whipped cream, sprinkles, funfetti shortbread and a vanilla flavored doughnut. Read more.

Claire W.Claire Watkiss: Some of the best dessert I have ever eaten. Portions are huge and are definitely for sharing. If cold, definitely try the s’mores hot chocolate. And don’t forget the donuts!!!

Kyle A.Kyle Albright: I had one of their specialty hot chocolates during the winter. It looked amazing, but it tasted pretty, “meh” and the donut was stale. Great for Instagram, not for my belly or wallet.

Brew Brew Coffee and Tea is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

8. Brew Brew Coffee and Tea

8.8
3832 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Logan Square · 19 tips and reviews

Susan K.Susan K: Love their cinnamon white mocha and tiramusu latte. Everything here is good but this latest rollout of specialty flavors has been pretty awesome.

Liz M.Liz Munoz: Mexican hot chocolate and ambiance :-)

Aaron C.Aaron Cruz: Grab a hand crafted regular latte made with the local Metropolis coffee beans or a Mexican hot chocolate. Family owned, relaxing spot in the Avondale neighborhood. Recommended hidden gem.

Bittersweet Pastry Shop & Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

9. Bittersweet Pastry Shop & Cafe

8.0
1114 W Belmont Ave (btwn Seminary & Clifton), Chicago, IL
Bakery · Lakeview · 39 tips and reviews

Time Out Chicago KidsTime Out Chicago Kids: Pastry maven Judy Contino extends her talents to a single kind of hot chocolate, made from melting chocolate with a barely-there touch of orange zest and cinnamon. Read more.

Andy S.Andy Swindler: Super yummy hot chocolate. One is probably enough to split.

EaterEater: Rich and decadent, this French-style hot chocolate isn't too sweet. Beware: Don't eat a heavy meal before tackling this beverage. Read more.

Mindy's Hot Chocolate is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

10. Mindy's Hot Chocolate

8.3
125 S Clark St, Chicago, IL
Dessert Shop · The Loop · 6 tips and reviews

S H.S H: Looking for a hearty dessert this cold winter? Try the Hot Chocolate made with milk, whipped cream and melted chocolate. Rich yummy goodness.

Shannon J.Shannon Jeropke: Get one of their hot chocolates!

Steven A.Steven Anderson: Great baked goods. Excellent bagels. The gluten free corn muffins are delicious.

Cafe Jumping Bean is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

11. Cafe Jumping Bean

8.5
1439 W 18th St (at S Bishop St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Pilsen · 66 tips and reviews

Julia B.Julia Barrott: Mexican Hot Chocolate is amazing!

Tania U.Tania Unzueta: Choco expreso (w Mexican hot chocolate), chicken salad sandwich , pepperoni focassia, black bean burger.

Juan R.Juan Ramirez: The Thai coffee is out of this world - to good to pass up Enjoy.

Intelligentsia Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

12. Intelligentsia Coffee

8.7
53 W Jackson Blvd (at S Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 104 tips and reviews

Tim C.Tim Chen: I just found out that they have hot chocolate! It's not on the menu for some reason but it should be.

Elina Y.Elina Yufa: So hipster. Awesome place to get coffee. Get the hot chocolate! Beautiful.

Carlos L.Carlos Lopez: Their hot chocolate is delicious!!!

Allium Restaurant and Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

13. Allium Restaurant and Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

8.3
120 E Delaware Pl (at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Streeterville · 51 tips and reviews

Rockwell H.Rockwell Hunter: Get the hot chocolate with the shot of tequila!

EaterEater: Allium pours two types of hot chocolate: The Haute Chocolate with spiced marshmallows and house tea cookies and the Chocolate Caliente Mexicano with spices, dulche de leche and guajillo chilies. Read more.

Christopher F.Christopher Floss: The hot dog is a must, but don't overlook the burger! We LOVE Allium!

Vosges Haut-Chocolat is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

14. Vosges Haut-Chocolat

7.8
951 W Armitage Ave (btwn Sheffield Ave. & Bissell St.), Chicago, IL
Dessert Shop · North Side · 18 tips and reviews

Suzanne P.Suzanne Perry: Best hot chocolate - yum!

Noah R.Noah Richardson: Get the aztec elixer! Hot chocolate with peppers. Heavenly.

ChicagoistChicagoist: We recommend the Exotic Truffle collection, which has selections like the piquant Oaxacan and the Viola, a milk chocolate morsel made from violet extract, which lends a delicate perfume and sweetness. Read more.

Black Dog Gelato is one of The 15 Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Chicago.

15. Black Dog Gelato

9.2
859 N Damen Ave (at Iowa), Chicago, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · East Ukrainian Village · 87 tips and reviews

Neal C.Neal Cohen: Go for the Goat Cheese Cashew Caramel, Blueberry Mint, Mexican Hot Chocolate, Malted Vanilla, White Chocolate Banana Curry, or Salted Peanut . . . . wowowowowow

Pia C.Pia Colina: Mexican Hot Chocolate! Rich chocolate with a kick. Cash only and dog friendly :)

Aaron K.Aaron Keefner: This place is the best! Turkish coffee and blood orange sorbet are amazing!