Tache Artisan Chocolate

New York, United States

3.8

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20 reviews

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+1 212-473-3200
Website:
www.tachechocolate.com
Address:
254 Broome St, New York, NY, 10002
b/t Orchard St & Ludlow St
Lower East Side
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
500 ftDelancey Street-Essex Street (F,J,M,Z)
0.2 miGrand Street (B,D)
0.2 miBowery (J,Z)
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Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
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Bike Parking
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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Free
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No

Today

Today 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Open now
Local time (New York) 19:55 Thursday, 28 November 2024

Business hours

Monday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tuesday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wednesday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Thursday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Description

Specialties

Tache Artisan Chocolate is a new chocolaterie & café on the Lower East Side of Manhattan where truffles, bon bons and other confections are made in the downstairs chocolate factory daily. Stop by for a free tour of their chocolate factory, pick up a box of chocolates or sit down and enjoy a cup of their delicious hot cocoa. Or if you are truly a chocolate lover, take one of their famous chocolate making classes. Offered to both kids and adults, learn how to temper, coat, properly taste & decorate chocolate, making treats like specialty-​molded chocolates, caramel kisses, bon bons and mendients.

Reservations available for a lovely fondue or high tea for two or more. Call for information.

Sandwiches, salads, pastries, coffee & tea are also served.

History

Established in 2012.

Formally Christian Vautier Le Concept, Tache Artisan Chocolate was started by pastry chef Aditi Malhotra in September 2012. A graduate of the Glion Institute in Switzerland, The French Culinary Institute and winner of Zagat’s 30 Under 30 Award.

The shop has had write ups in The New York Times, Time Out, The Huffington Post, The Village Voice, Business Insider, Serious Eats and was invited to showcase chocolate at The New York Chocolate Show in November 2012, one of the most esteemed chocolate shows in the world.

Renaming the company in September of 2012, Tache Artisan Chocolate made its debut as the chocolate caterer for The New York City Ballet Fall Gala Honoring Valentino.

Also famous for its many chocolate-​making classes, which have gained the attention of The New York Times and Time Out Kids.

Tache’s name comes from the french word «tache» which means spot, stain or smudge. When it comes to Aditi, she always has a «tache» of chocolate smeared all over her chef’s coat.

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20 reviews of Tache Artisan Chocolate

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Place rating: 4
New York, NY
Cute chocolate place that makes a pretty good hot chocolate. A bit light and not too sweet, but worth sipping and hanging with a friend. Chocolate goods look pretty good, but we didn’t have any. Very quiet on a Friday evening (530 – 630), guess everyone is at bars.
Place rating: 4
Manhattan, NY
This review is for the chocolate making class which I purchased as an X-​mas gift for my bf. Even though the voucher said private class for two I somehow thought we would be attending a class with other people. We were a little concerned how a private class would be and were afraid it might be awkward but ended up having a really nice time. Our instructor Elliot was very friendly & funny and we really enjoyed our 2 hours at Tache. The class takes place in the basement so I can’t comment much on the décor of the place. We learned about chocolate, obviously, and had the chance to make some chocolate molds, some chocolate shapes, and to decorate. We left with A LOT of chocolate. The chocolate itself is really delicious, however, some of our mixing combinations weren’t so great — we certainly went a little crazy with our toppings! We also left with a 9-​box of actual Tache chocolate truffles and those were absolutely incredible. Personally I don’t think this is the type of thing you do multiple times but it was a really fun date night for us that was different the typical dinner out. I also think this would be a fun group outing which they can accommodate, as well. The chocolate class is a great alternative for a fun activity and, if you are in the area, the chocolates are quite delicious!
Place rating: 1
Beachwood, OH
I live in Cleveland, OH and wanted to take a Philly friend out for a Choclate High Tea in NY for a special birthday. Tache seemed perfect and making the reservation was easy. They even called about ½ hour before we were expected to confirm.
The «high tea» selection consisted of a choice of only 3 herbal teas, not even one black tea, no coffee selections were offered. The tea tray had the equivalent of ½ a sandwich, 4 small french pastries (no choclate baked selections), a ramekin of dipping choclate, a ramekin of whippled cream (was it canned?), two choclate candies and cut up fruit. The first ramekin of dipping choclate hardened before we could use it so we sent it back. We were told that that happened because it was old, not fresh! When we went to pay our bill there was nothing of my reservation in the computer, the clerk did not know what to charge, and when I said I had a reservation for the Choclate High Tea, he said if he had known he would have put more choclate on the plate!
This was completely misnamed, not good, over priced and embarrassing!
Please avoid this misadvertised «event».
Place rating: 4
White Plains, NY
Code Blue! Code Blue!
I need some saving!
Let’s face it, I need to come clean…
I love chocolate and can easily consume it anytime of the day and night. It’s just one of my many vices that I just need to satisfy. But at what expense? Simply (or oddly) put, I can’t help it!
I really wanted to try Tache– and had the pleasure recently. Tache has your basic arsenal of chocolate goodies (from what I saw). Tache also serves hot cocoa (and coffee). Right off the bat, Tache, is cute and intimate with dim lighting, which I’m always digging.
I selected a box of 9 chocolates– all to my liking of flavors and a hot cocoa. All for the great grand total of $ 29, (oh that’s with 10% discount from the Unilocal Check– in). Granted, the unique flavor of French Rose, was mind blowing!
I did a double take and rolled my eyes so far my back, I honestly thought they were going to stay shut. But I got it together in no time and enjoyed some of the great pleasures in life for me-​even if it came with a freaking hefty price.
Does Tache come through as a good Chocolatier? Totally.
Am I going to speed run from White Plains to The LES? Absolutely not.
However, if you’re in the area, definitely stop by to enjoy some their chocolate bonbons or hot beverages, they may be worth a try to some.
Place rating: 5
San Gabriel, CA
This is such a cute place! We came for afternoon tea and everything was delicious (sandwiches, chocolate fondue, and desserts were made to perfection). The owner was incredibly sweet and very attentive.
Place rating: 4
Portland, OR
Took a delightful chocolate making class with Elliott. He was knowledgable, friendly, and helpful. It wasn’t difficult and we got to take home everything we made. Yum! The owner is super friendly and the chocolates are delicious. We tried a couple of the cleverly flavored caramels and will def go back to purchase her chocolates again.
Place rating: 5
Manhattan, NY
Lovely afternoon tea service! I got the gilt deal for afternoon tea for 2 with a glass of bubbly. My friend and I were amazed by how cute the shop was and the service was perfect. The 3 tier tea goodies came with 1 tray of sandwiches, 1 tray or chocolate truffles and 1 tray of berries with a pot of dark chocolate fondue.
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
Had an absolutely lovely brunch here with my 2 girlfriends to celebrate my recent engagement and Tache was so accomodating, warm, friendly, and attentive. The deal my friends bought got us tea sandwiches, a pot of tea each, lots and lots of chocolates and some special treats as well!
The chicken and cucumber sandwiches we had were so light, delicate and delicious and the teas were served hot and appropriate to bring out the amazing flavors. But of course the chocolates is what stood out the most. From very sweet and rich to slightly spicy, there was a creamy succulent chocolate piece to appeal to any palate. The owner even came out, boxed up our leftovers and gave us the propers instructions on reheating the chocolate so we could enjoy it again later.
Whether you’ll be sitting in this café for tea and chocolates, or picking up a few treats to bring home and enjoy with others (or for gift giving) I would recommend Tache for great artisan chocolates!
Place rating: 4
New York, NY
Pretty good. Nice service. No real complaints, but I’ll reiterate what others have said — take a chocolate lesson.
Place rating: 1
London, United Kingdom
I went here for a «Chocolate Making» class. The class itself was lacklustre in its teaching, and didn’t offer any information about the chocolate making process. A quick introduction to the kitchen machines and you’re tasked in decorating chocolate blobs. The class is more suitable to children that want to paint chocolate rather than adults who may like to know a little more about chocolate like «how much chocolate is in your product?» or «what other ingredients go in to making chocolate?». The class should be renamed and a more proactive approach to following up with customer should be achieved.
– UPDATE –
Further to this, I’m now being requested by the owner to take down my negative review. I’ve been receiving harassing messages and being called «rude» based on this review. This experience is upsetting, where the owner promised to make things right but never came through, but instead sends negative and insulting messages about my character. I have the question how many negative reviews have been taken down in this fashion. To this my review stands.
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
Loved!
Did a class for my birthday with friends and we loved every second of it. Very fun and soooo delicious. The fondue was adorable & a delicious dark chocolate that didn’t have a bitter taste. Definitely going back for dessert sometime and maybe another class!
Place rating: 5
CAMBRIA HEIGHTS, NY
Came here with my friend like a month ago. This place goes beyond my expectations if how customers service is.
If you want chocolate. Real chocolate not M&M’S. Some authentic.
Customer service: the place was closed due to a special event. Buy here is why this place is worthy of 5 and more stars. I came here to pay for a chocolate making class. They WAS closed but this nice black guy went out his way to help me place an order of the chocolate making class. He did not have to do that. But he did. Which wins 5 star right there. He took his time and made sure I was in the list. What a great way to win customers. Also the staff at tache was very nice and very energetic. They make the energizer bunny look bad. Lol.
My chocolate making class experience. The chocolate making class teacher was very professional and very informative. We learned how to make different kinds of molds and let me say she showed us chocolate making heaven. And we took alot home. The chocolate was soo soo good and I definitely want to come back to do another class.
Cleaniness is the best. And atmosphere was even better. Snell like a chocolate factory.
This was the best experience ever. My friend and I loved this place.
Here is a bonus. You can try the chocolates whole you wait and also have wine after you are done with the class. It doesn’t get better than that. Kudos to the manager who runs tache I hope this place continues to grow.
This place not only deserve 5 stars but 15 stars. For each experience.
Place rating: 5
Manhattan, NY
We did the chocolate making class, which we booked through Travelzoo. The class instructor introduced us to the different machines used in the chocolate process. The class was more focused on decorating chocolate than it is actually MAKING the chocolate, which was really fun, but we didn’t expect this at the outset — we thought it would be more focused on mixing the different ingredients, etc. That said, decorating the chocolate was a ton of fun — there are different mix-​ins (peanuts, coconut, lavender, sea salt, cocoa puffs, rice krispies, granola…) to put into the chocolate along with different spices (cinnamon, curry, ginger, all spice). You can also paint them and add glitter, etc. It was fun to get creative, and the instructor was helpful in telling us what mixed well together. They also have beer and wine, including a chocolate porter, which was delicious and went well with the theme. You take the chocolates home with you at the end.
It was a really fun date activity and we would definitely recommend it for a couple looking to do something creative and different. All of the people that worked there were friendly and helpful, and the chocolate is delicious!
Place rating: 4
Manhattan, NY
My date and I enjoyed a wonderfully relaxing high tea at Tache. We found a voucher for high tea for 2, for $ 49.
Aditi, the owner of the quaint chocolate shoppe, welcomed us warmly. She explained characteristics of all the tea choices and walked us through all the items on our three-​tier tea tray. She really made the experience a positive one. To have the owner herself be part of the service and experience is a huge plus.
We enjoyed fresh raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, sandwiches, and scones. There was also chocolate. Delicious peanut clusters, spiced chai truffles, and a 70% cacao dip. We got a nice mini lesson on the key to a great truffle: it lingers long after it’s been eaten.
Stop by if you have a chance, especially if you come across a good tea-​for-​two deal. They also have classes, which I am curious about attending.
Place rating: 4
Brooklyn, NY
Their desserts are so delicious!
When the lady told me the prices, I was a little turned off. Then I realized that they were worth the price. I came here on accident because I really needed to use the bathroom, but nature called in the right location.
I had the chocolate cupcake with s’mores and some truffles, which were truly memorable.
I would like to come back here for their tea time.
Place rating: 3
Brooklyn, NY
Came here thanks to my cousin’s treat for a lovely afternoon tea but this was my least favorite of all the places I’ve been to for afternoon tea such as Bosie Tea, Bergdorf’s, and Tea & Sympathy.
Place rating: 3
Philadelphia, PA
While visiting NYC, I stumbled upon the shop via Unilocal.I was having dinner right across the street and needed som macrons and chocolate to take back to philly with me.
Cute little shop. I got 6 chocolates that cost $ 24.00. I thought it was quite pricey for just 6 tiny chocolates, although the quality of chocolates was pretty good. Very good dark chocolates with some unique flavors. The chocolates are all made in the shop according to the employee that served us. I was a little bummed out that they ran out of macarons.
I don’t think I would come back again just because of the price ($ 2-​$ 3) each chocolate.
Place rating: 3
Brooklyn, NY
I came here last night with my boyfriend for French macarons and chocolates. I was a block and a half away, and saw their beautiful window. My heart dropped when I saw the tower of macarons. I instantly felt the need to run over. My boyfriend stopped in front of the café across the street, and I said, «not here! They don’t have macarons! There! :smile and tugs arm: It was an impulsive, funny reaction I must say.
The café is quaint, with beautiful paintings on the wall. Cozy seats, temperature/​smell was nice. Service was hospitable, and warm. We sat inside to eat the chocolates, we were offered waters, and the woman that came to clean some tables asked how we liked everything (as we were leaving). A great place if you want to come read a book, do some work, and sip/​eat something… and this is where the review gets three stars, disappointing handmade chocolates, and macarons that are not the best in NYC.
They did not have chocolate macarons. I was very disappointed. It was to the point that I wanted to leave. Nonetheless, We had an hour and a half until our dinner reservations. I ordered a dark chocolate coconut cluster (nice), curry chocolate (ok), chai milk chocolate (very nice). My boyfriend ordered a caramel macaron, and another milk caramel chocolate. Sadly, the caramel macaron was extremely disappointing. We felt it was a waste of $ 3. I suppose when you have tried Laduree, nothing seems to compare.
I will probably come back for a hot beverage, and a chai chocolate again. I wish I could have had a better macaron experience. :sigh:
Place rating: 4
New York, NY
Weak selection of the eponymous, and they seemed more gelato than anything, but tasty product, with a selective 10% off Unilocal checkin
Place rating: 3
Manhattan, NY
Review on Afternoon Tea only!!!
Came here for a tea-​service. I bought a deal from gilt. and decided to try it with my girl friend.
The afternoon tea was presented in 3-​tier.
Top: Scones
middle: sandwiches
bottom: fruits
the tea service cost 90 dollars original. I paid 45 for the deal. the scones were. erm. ok. to enjoy. nothing special. it wasn’t warm.
Sandwich. too many sandwich. we both can’t finish it. the sandwich was super oily with lots of sauce in the sandwich. tasted unlike regular tea-​service. there were potato sandwich, and some other meat sandwich. I rather they served small regular tea-​sanwich. all of the sandwich was served in a «slider» style. tasted like fast-​food.
Fruits. dip in chocolate or some peanut butter dressing. it came to the point where they need to re-​heat the chocolate. afternoon tea was supposed to be slow and enjoyable. we ate pass 1.5 hours. so the chocolate was no longer warm to dip in. the peanut butter was interesting. i think it had some icing or some graham crackers in it. it’s amazing to go with the scones.
Overall. I don’t see why this afternoon tea was so expensive. there were no other unique dessert besides fruits. I can find cheaper afternoon tea service with great cute parfait/​desserts.
It came with 2 pots of tea as well. from harney & sons. Great tea.