Fran's Chocolates - Georgetown — Restaurant in Seattle

It's that time of year: with a week left before Easter I walked into the flagship store in Georgetown. It's a wonderful store experience. One is always graciously offered a taste of something dark or something milk chocolate. I opted for the dark almond cluster and loved it.

But what I was looking for was not there. There's a large white chocolate egg that is decorated with filigree in past years. Of course this year the artists outdid themselves and it was decorated with cherry blossoms. Simply stunning. At $98 it is an absolutely special treat but I have a couple of little ones that matter a lot to me and I was prepared to throw down.

Inside the egg are chicks and little eggs and rabbits all done in Chocolate. Unfortunately they were sold out at this location. So I opted to buy some of the smaller chocolate eggs for $18 that had two (white and dark chocolate egg) nestled inside.

But the wonderful staff there, Brianna and Patrice, continue to troubleshoot with me when they realized I was really hoping there was an alternative. It's hard to accept a note when your heart is insistent that there is a yes...

They decided to call around to see if perhaps some of the other stores still had the last egg despite notes that the company was out. Sure enough we found one the last remaining white egg at the University Village Fran’s. I called and left my credit card so that I could pick it up the next day. Without their willingness to persist with me I would not have found that solution.

If you also have very special chocolate lovers I highly recommend the large egg. It's only comes once a year, even if it is spendy. I would so add: take a lesson from me and don't wait till the last week.

I don't know if they have vegan chocolate options. I would hope they do but...

A wonderful opportunity to take a guided tasting experience that is both delicious and educational. Fran's Chocolates' Georgetown location is beautiful. There's ample street parking on Airport Way S., and unless it's around the holidays you'll find yourself and maybe a couple others as the only customers in their retail store which makes for quick and easy shopping. Held in the original Seattle Brewing and Malting Company building, their retail space includes the original winding staircase on the first floor, as well as the original floor (as much as they could salvage), and original brick on the walls. The staff are helpful and radically knowledgeable about the history of Fran. Yes, there is a Fran. The guided tasting experience will lead you to large windows in their factory where you get to see the vast and clean space where all the chocolate magic happens.

After viewing the factory floor, the staff will guide you back to the retail space to taste a few small pieces of chocolate. A few pieces is plenty, I assure you. They'll include educational props and an overall history of the chocolate making process while being quick and thorough in answering all of our questions. The overall guided tasting experience lasted about 45 minutes or so. The cost is $10 per person and a courtesy 10% discount in their store is provided.

This would be a great family activity or for chocolate lovers or for family and friends visiting out of town who are interested in learning more about the biggest chocolate...

Fran’s Chocolate Factory and Tasting Room in Georgetown is nestled inside the retrofitted Seattle Brewing and Malting Co. building—a place I’ve always heard was once home to the Rainier Brewery. Whether or not that’s true (someone really should confirm), the space carries the weight and charm of local history with confidence. Exposed brick, iron beams, and vintage tile are preserved beautifully, offering a respectful nod to the building’s industrial past, while thoughtful modern updates bring in a clean, refined aesthetic that feels at once functional and welcoming.

Inside, the room is bright and airy, a truly pleasant space to linger in. The staff are knowledgeable and genuinely helpful—clearly proud of the chocolate they serve and happy to walk you through it. If you're curious, there’s a viewing room at the back where you can watch the chocolate-making process in action. It adds a touch of Wonka-like delight to the experience and is a great reminder that this is a working factory, not just a retail front.

This isn’t a destination spot on its own—but if you're already in Georgetown, Fran’s is absolutely worth the stop. It’s a quiet pocket of indulgence amid the energy of Georgetown, and a solid reminder of how well Seattle blends history, craft, and good taste.

Oh, I almost forgot, the chocolate is...