2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

Ghirardelli is on most tourists’ lists of places to visit in San Francisco, and rightly so. But if you’re looking for a chocolate experience that’s off the beaten path, Dandelion Chocolate is the place to go! Dandelion Chocolate is known for crafting small batches of chocolate made from high-quality cocoa beans.

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

Dandelion Chocolate is a single-origin chocolate maker in San Francisco. They offer factory tours, chocolate-making classes and other fun experiences. The factory is located in a century-old brick building in the Mission District.

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

Reservations are required for the tour. Book your spot online from the Dandelion Chocolate website. Each tour is one hour long, and there are several start times to choose from. Get to the factory 10 to 15 minutes before your tour starts. Let a staff member know once you arrive!

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

Dandelion Chocolate is a chocoholic’s dream! There are tons of chocolate samples to try made with cocoa beans that are ethically sourced from all over the world. Their single-origin chocolate is made with just two ingredients. The chocolatier uses a minimal approach to highlight the flavor notes of different cocoa beans.

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

Your one-hour tour comes with a complimentary drink and plenty of chocolate samples to try! You can order whatever drink takes your fancy. The menu has a range of options including Dandelion Chocolate’s house hot chocolate, mission hot chocolate, mochas and seasonal drinks. The frozen hot chocolate was delicious! It was topped with a cocoa nib-infused whipped cream and served with a little cookie on the side.

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

Learn how Dandelion Chocolate makes small-batch chocolate, from sourcing to production. You’ll find out everything about growing and selecting cocoa beans, as well as melanging, roasting, tempering and other processes that go into creating a beautifully wrapped chocolate bar!

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

While you won’t find any chocolate rivers or Oompa Loompas in this factory, you’ll get a lively and informative Wonka-esque guide who will talk about all things chocolate and answer all your burning questions.

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

The tour will be slightly different based on whether you visit on a weekday or during the weekend. Because the factory operates during weekdays, it may be harder to hear the guide over the machinery. If you visit during the weekend, however, you won’t see the machines in action but be able to hear the guide a bit better. Pick a day depending on your preference; you’re guaranteed a fun time either way!

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

Dandelion Chocolate is made with just two ingredients: cocoa beans and organic cane sugar.

2600 16th St
San Francisco, CA

All drinks and desserts are made in-house with Dandelion Chocolate’s single-origin chocolate. Chocolate bars, truffles, gifts and more are also available for purchase.