The Chocolate Soldier

The owner of this place is abhorrently rude! Never will I set foot in here again, and I will do everything in my power to ensure nobody else does either. My daughter was browsing candy and was asked if she was going to get anything, in which my daughter replied that she was not sure since she was undecided. The owner then asked her to leave!
I’ve never heard of such rudeness! Avoid this place like the plague; she does not deserve your business. You’re much better off heading over to See’s Candy in Aliso as they’re always friendly!

Stopped in here while down in Dana Point, wanting some chocolates.
The woman working was not only not very friendly, she was a bit rude.
There was not a lot of selection here, and with the service, we decided to pass. BUMMER!

Don’t get business owners like this that are obviously so bitter and unhappy. When people come in to purchase overpriced chocolate, at least put on a happy act and treat your customers with respect. This bitter lady made us feel totally unwelcome and as if we were annoying her by wanting to buy something. Good luck with your business lady… it’s not going to last with that attitude. Will never go to your shop again.

I can’t really give you a review on the chocolate because what seems to be the owner of this place was so rude and nasty I didn’t even what to go in. The lady must own the store or possibly the whole building because I can’t imagine how a store like this can stay in business and pay rent. Save ur money and if you have a craving for some chocolate go to the liquor store down the way and buy a pack of M&Ms. I’m sure they are just as fresh as the chocolate this bitter old lady sells. Hey just a tip lady… Maybe you wouldn’t be so bitter if you had a more inviting personality. Even if you do have a good product you won’t have any repeat customers with that attitude.

We LOVE visiting Chocolate Soldier when we are at the Dana Point Harbor. I have never received bad service when I have gone and I enjoy my visits when I am there. My «go-​tos» are the Cloud 9 melt-​aways, Peanut Butter Cups and the Dark Chocolate Almond Turtles. I do agree that the prices are a bit steep, but since it’s become tradition, I don’t really complain. I know that this is a branch off the main store in Laguna Beach, but I have never been to that location. I will be sure to do so when in Laguna. I would definitely recommend the shop!

Love the Dana Point Harbor and often overlook the general quality of food there because the location and the friendly laid-​back service is so amazing. HOWEVER… this is the exception. Went in with the family — mother, brother with his wife and three-​year-​old, and me. We ooohed and aaahed at the yummy looking treats. Two ladies (both older) were standing near what looked like a cash register. Neither looked at us or asked to help. We talked amongst ourselves and made our selection. My mother cheerfully looked up and told the ladies we were ready. One of them had a bit of a smile when she looked up to acknowledge us FOR THE FIRST TIME but the other literally YELLED that they were busy «closing out» (it was 2:00 pm!) and that we would have to wait! The looks on our faces must have said it all as she glanced at her co-​worker and said, with a smirk, «apparently I was too harsh!» At which point, no apology was given. She went back to «closing out» and never said another word to us! We all, in unison, turned to walk out with our jaws collectively on the floor. We met a lovely couple walking in as we were on our way out and my brother looked at them and offered a quiet «Godspeed, I wouldn’t go in there if I were you!» They giggled and walked out with us! Perhaps the candy is amazing. Perhaps it would have made me forget about the meanie running the place. Perhaps I will never know. Godspeed, Chocolate Soldier. Godspeed.

A very cute and colorful small shop near the harbor. They sell candy, chocolate, truffles, and even dolls and stuffed animals?! I got a Mint Frog which looks so cute. It tasted okay but I don’t think I’ll come back cuz it cost 2 dollars for a small piece. So if you have money to spend go ahead and at least try and treat yourself to something sweet.

The shop is small. The selection is mediocre. The melt away was awesome. We shared the peanut butter one. I agree with the Unilocaler that said the older woman who worked there was not friendly. She wasn’t rude but you would think that since we are the only people coming in to her store she would be happy to sell something. Maybe she lives in Dana Point too. Don’t bother with the peanut clusters, very over priced. Probably won’t go back. I live an hour north of here and would drive another hour south of here to get peanut clusters from the friendly people in Seaport villiage.

There is an older lady who was at the shop when i visited and boy she has an attitude on her. She was rude and made you felt like you were wasting her time. The chocolates were yummy, but the service, terrible. No matter what the price (which is VERY expensive), you cannot get over the bad customer service.

Made me want to puke. Not the chocolate, but the store clerk’s personality. Rude lady, big turnoff. Maybe I’m the idiot, i spent $ 15 on 4 pieces of candy!

Its good, not great. Lots of options… not the best ive ever had, but i keep going back. Cute shop. Some items are a bit overpriced. For 3 bucks you can get a HUGE nut turtle or a little truffle. Seems a bit unbalaced. If youre in the area its worth it to stop by.

MMMmmm MMMmmm MMMMmmm. The chocolates from here are sexual, and my favorite in all of South OC. I trick my brain into making it think I’m having sex. Ohhhh chocolateeee youre so naughty!
Hint: Cloud 9 Meltaway. I don’t know what makes a meltaway a meltaway but it MELTS IN YOUR MOUTH. They have many different meltaways as well.
They also have homemade marshmellow blocks covered in milk or dark chocolate. I’m a marshmellow freak, if it has them, give it to me.
Did I mention the white chocolate mac turtles?
How about their 30+ truffles?
You can smell this place when you start walking toward el torito in the harbor… smells like chocolate heaven. I wish I grow wings right now.
I usually go there every Tuesday night before Taco Tuesday, or after if they are still closed and sometimes she is still open after 8pm!
Last time I went in she gave me my cloud 9 for free and said I was her favorite customer, which is weird because I only go in once a week if that, but 5 STARS FOR ME!