It’s that time of year! If you’re craving a warm, cozy drink, check out these 15+ spots for the best hot chocolate in Dallas. From cocoa happy hours to boozy drinks and fun flavors like lavender, there are plenty of delicious options to enjoy this season! 

Updated December 2025


 

Armor Coffee Co.

This cozy neighborhood coffee shop has several delicious winter drinks, including their handcrafted Hot Chocolate! Pair this rich and creamy sip with their amazing breakfast tacos, sandwiches, or seasonal Hot Chocolate waffles for the perfect morning pick-me-up!

Allen | Directions

 

ascension


Ascension Coffee

Ascension is known and loved for its quality coffee drinks, and the hot chocolate is also top-notch! Try their seasonal Winter Spice Cocoa, infused with warming spices, rich cocoa, whole milk, and topped with whipped cream. Or, keep it simple with their classic Hot Chocolate, available year-round. If you're looking for a little extra oomph, we recommend adding a shot of espresso!

Multiple locations | See locations

 

Astoria Caffe Hot Chocolate


Astoria Caffe

This cozy cafe serves up a delicous candycane hot chocolate, and you can add cinnamon for a spicy version, or if you’re feeling boozy, you can add in Bailey's Irish Cream! 

Addison | Directions

 

Berni Bean

This Costa Rican coffee company served up high-quality, authentic sips in a stunning space. It's the perfect dose of island vibes year-round! Stop by and warm up with a european style hot coco torched with a marshmallow fluffed rim!

Deep Ellum | Directions

 

Bloom Cafe

This adorable cafe in Garland serves delicious pastries and sandwiches alongside expertly brewed coffee. Be sure to try their seasonal Biscoff Cocoa Huga cozy blend of Biscoff spread, rich hot chocolate, whipped cream, and Biscoff crumbs, for an extra dose of holiday cheer.

Garland | Directions

 

Chocolate Secrets Hot Chocolate


Chocolate Secrets

It’s no secret that chocolate is the main ingredient here, and they make an amazing cup of hot chocolate! Their menu offers four flavors: dark chocolate, English toffee, white chocolate peppermint, and Mexican spice. All are best enjoyed with any of their chocolate desserts!

Oak Lawn | Directions

 

CocoAndre Chocolatier


CocoAndre Chocolatier & Horchateria

Spiced drinks and chocolate go hand in hand at this Mexican-American family-owned shop. CocoAndre’s Iced Mexican Hot Chocolate is a combination of all the things they do best. It’s spicy, chocolatey, and can be made with dairy or vegan milk!

Bishop Arts | Directions

 

Collective Coffee

If you have a sweet tooth, Collective's Hot Chocolate! It's made with rich chocolate and creamy milk, then topped with whipped cream, and of course, festive sprinkles. 

McKinney | Directions

 

Dude, Sweet Chocolate

Pick up a jar of Drinking Chocolate to make at home! Combine with water or milk to make your hot chocolate as thick and rich or light and creamy as you like. Each 23-ounce jar serves six to ten cups, depending on how much you use per cup. We love this as a gift idea!

Bishop Arts | Directions

 

Dr. Sue's Chocolate

Hot chocolate happy hour, anyone? Stop by between 2pm and 6pm every day for a rich hot chocolate at a low price. Flavors offered are traditional, peppermint, and Mexican cocoa. If you really love it, you can purchase a bag of mix to make it at home!

Grapevine | Directions

 

Duino Coffee

This spot was inspired by a small coastal town in Italy, and brings a piece of European cafe culture to the DFW 'burbs! Warm up this winter with a S'mores Hot Cocoa, topped with graham crackers and homemade marshmallow foam. This is our go-to for kind and nostalgic vibes, especially in the cooler months!

McKinney | Directions

 

Good Boy Cafe

This adorable coffee stop is located inside Hēy Konēko thrift store! Stop by to shop with a side of hot cocoa with dark chocolate and coconut whip. 

Deep Ellum | Directions

 

Halcyon

This relaxing hangout is a coffeehouse by day and bar by night, serving hot chocolate anytime! They offer a Mayan Hot Chocolate, Peppermint Hot Chocolate, Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate, and Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate. While wonderful on its own, you can also add coffee or booze to fit the time of day and vibe!

Lower Greenville | Directions

 

Herb's House Hot Chocolate


Herb's House

Go for the cocoa and stay for the company! More than just a coffee spot, Herb's House is also a coworking space. During the colder months, it's a great place to grab a cup of their rich house-made hot chocolate and get some work done!

Northeast Dallas | Directions

 

Hola Cafe Hot Chocolate


Hola Cafe

This tiny and Instagrammable coffee shop serves up some of the most delicious and creative cafe drinks in town! Try their Mexican Hot Coco, which is spiced to perfection.

Multiple locations | See locations

 

Kate Weiser Chocolate

If you’re looking for holiday gift ideas or just love hot chocolate, check out Kate Weiser! Her hot chocolate bombs, “Carl the Snowman” or "Carla the Peppermint Snowlady" are both adorable and delicious. Each snowman makes up to six cups, or they’re available in a mini size. Only available during the holiday season!

Multiple locations | See locations

 

La La Land Hot Chocolate


La La Land Kind Cafe

This adorable coffee shop has great vibes and delicious drinks! The La La hot chocolate is made with just cacao, milk chocolate shavings, and your choice of milk. Add flavors vanilla, caramel, cacao, lavender, cardamom, honey, and maple.

Multiple locations | See locations

 

Lattes on Location

If you’re hosting a party during the holidays or cooler months, you need to check out this mobile hot chocolate bar! This fun and festive service will travel across the metroplex. Guests can choose their own base, flavor add-ins, and gourmet marshmallows!

DFW | See Contact

 

Magnolias Sous le Pont

This quaint French cafe in the Harwood District is serving up its classic hot chocolate this season! Pair a delicious pastry or sandwich with your cocoa for the perfect European-style breakfast!

Harwood District | Directions

 

Merit Coffee

Merit is a must-visit for their seasonal menus, but don’t sleep on their classic hot chocolate. Customize it to make it your own by choosing your preferred milk and exploring their wide selection of syrup options.

Multiple locations | See locations

 

Mudleaf Coffee

This coffee spot has quite the following in Plano! They add dark chocolate mocha to their hot chocolate, along with vanilla and steamed milk - it's creamy and delicious.

Plano | Directions

 

Neuhaus Cafe

This chocolate shop serves dozens of sweet treats, all hand-crafted in Belgium! Their Belgian hot chocolate is super rich, definitely perfect for chocolate lovers.

Preston Royal | Directions

 

Summer Moon


Summer Moon

If you haven’t tried Moon Milk, Summer Moon’s signature sweet cream, you’re missing out! Their hot chocolate features steamed Moon Milk with Ghana single-origin dark chocolate, topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of dark chocolate.

Multiple locations | See locations

 

White Rhino Coffee

Known for their sweeter drinks, White Rhino makes a delicious cup of cocoa! Their hot chocolate is made with your choice of milk, Ghirardelli chocolate, and a touch of vanilla. Keep an eye out for seasonal versions too! 

Multiple locations | See locations

 

Winter Village at The Adolphus Hotel

Located on the rooftop of The Adolphus Hotel is their pop-up Winter Village experience. You will be transported to an apres-ski scene with boozy cocktails, blankets, winter chalets, a curling court, and of course, their signature Campfire Coco Classic! The rooftop experience is open until January 31st, but make sure to book ahead on Resy so you can sip and indulge! (Featured header image)

Downtown | Directions

 

Xaman Caf​​é

Everything here is inspired by the flavors of Central Mexico, including the hot chocolate! The classic hot chocolate is made with real cacao, and we recommend adding a splash of horchata. We also love their Oaxaca chocolate mocha, the coffee-infused version of hot chocolate! Available hot or iced.

Bishop Arts | Directions


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