Alexander's Artisan Chocolates — Restaurant in Pendleton

You can taste the quality of chocolate they produce and I appreciate their commitment. Velvety smooth with good flavor. But, this isn't a place where someone could visit often because of the high prices. We purchased two small truffles for $16 is too expensive for us to regularly visit. If you're an uber chocolate nerd this might be the place for you. But for the average person looking for good chocolate this may be too expensive for your budget.

added after owner's response:

I'm fully aware that cacao beans are getting expensive, and we should continue to see them increase in the coming year. I just can't understand why your chocolates are at least 3-times more expensive than the best bean-to-bar chocolatier's in the world. If your cost of goods are fairly reflected in your prices than you're pricing your product appropriately. But, I'm guessing there's something forcing you to have seemingly overinflated prices. Just my outside perspective.

I hope you can find ways to lower costs so your customers can enjoy your beautiful...

I appeared at their storefront, bedraggled and wet from the summer rain that pummeled downtown Pendleton at the Farmers Market on Friday afternoon (May 23). I had finished my shopping and saw... chocolate! I walked into a warm and inviting room with friendly owners and shop attendants who offered me a tasting of the drinking chocolate, as well as samples of the most wonderful dark chocolates. For a chocoholic like myself, I thought I was one step away from heaven in this place. I bought some Coucher du Soleil (72% dark chocolate) and also their version of a mocha latte that was a Nespresso/drinking chocolate combination. I drove back home to the Tri-Cities with warm insides and a better attitude, and a vow to return to Pendleton soon for another chocolate experience! I highly recommend this shop for anyone who appreciates European and American chocolates (what I'd consider the "real thing" -- not what you get in the supermarkets which is basically, um, crap). What...

Absolutely some of the best chocolate around. My wife and I have had the opportunity to travel to Europe a couple times and, of course, experience all kinds of delicious European chocolates. This is comparable to some of the best chocolate experiences we’ve had. Very grateful to have such a wonderful chocolate place here in our own town. Would highly recommend their hot chocolate. It’s super delicious and we keep coming back for more. If you’re a chocolate fan, make this a place to drop by. Also, the owners/staff are wonderful and personable. Fair price for...