Raffine Chocolates

Newcastle, United States

4.4

Closed now

17 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 916-663-9617
Website:
www.raffinechocolates.com
Address:
661B Newcastle Rd Ste B, Newcastle, CA, 95658
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes

Today

Today 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Newcastle) 03:13 Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Business hours

Monday –
Tuesday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

Raffine exclusively produces fine artisan chocolates from Old World European recipes still used today by master chocolate makers abroad. Company founder Mona Keady created Raffine out of a desire to bring the European chocolate experience to the U.S. To produce these confections, the company employes classic European techniques, then adds Keady’s special touch. Reffine blends the world’s finest chocolates with fresh fruit purees, spices, and specialty flavorings, all wrapped in elegant decorative casings as pleasurable to the eye as they are to the palate.

History

Established in 2008.

Business was established in San Ramon, CA and moved to Newcastle, CA in July, 2013

Meet the Business Owner

Mona K.

Business Owner

Raffine founder, Mona Keady, honed her art at the most respected pastry and chocolate institutions in Europe.

This includes the Ecole LaNotre in Paris, France, the Ecole du Grand Chocolate Valrhona at Tain I’Hermitage, (France), the Calebaut Chocolate Academy in Gent, Belgium and the Ecole Bellouet Conseil also, in Paris.

Raised in a family of culinary perfectionists and trained under the most demanding chocolate masters, Keady is accustomed to achieving nothing short of excellence.

Keady works with variety of top confectionary suppliers and other business associates to bring her clients the finest chocolates and service available. She embraces the highest standards in crafting her artisan chocolates, as reflected in the company’s name Raffine: to refine: to enhance: to rise above all others.

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17 reviews of Raffine Chocolates

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Place rating: 5
Granite Bay, CA
Best chocolate place ever. The customer service is amazing and the chocolate is the best.
Place rating: 5
Rescue, CA
The BEST chocolate ever! They’re so decadent and beautiful, time stands still when you take a bite. The owners are very talented and nice. Worth the drive.
Place rating: 5
Orangevale, CA
Seriously, I have never had better caramel, and unique fillings in my life. I love the owners. It has taken me awhile to write this review as I discovered them in September, but they have been on my mind ever since. I am going back up for more chocolates today or tomorrow, so I remembered to write this. They are so friendly, and it feels so great to support a locally owned business. In addition, I have never had such good candy in my life. The caramel is my favorite, so buttery, and it does not stick to my teeth like that other commercial candy store does. LOVE IT. A forever customer
Place rating: 5
Rocklin, CA
A friend of mine gave me a box of chocolates from Raffine Chocolates. They were beautiful and delicate. I loved the high quality of the chocolate and their beautiful appearance.
I called them to get their store hours because I wanted to buy some for my boss. I discovered I would not be able to make it after work before they closed. They graciously offered to for me to come after hours as they are usually there later cleaning and packing.
The chocolates are fantastic and the service is amazing. You won’t be sorry if you go here. Just look for Denny’s at 80 and Indian Hill Road, they are tucked behind Denny’s in a small strip mall.
Place rating: 4
Roseville, CA
A husband and wife team who trained in France and there style is a thin outer shell and a glorious inside. I learned all of this on my first visit. Fantastic chocolates, no preservatives, and a little bit of knowledge. They were extremely helpful and the flavors were true to their name!
Place rating: 5
Roseville, CA
The most amazing chocolates ever! Not only are the chocolates incredible but the hospitality is even better. Vanilla Bean Cognac filling inside a chocolate shell is to die for. They have something for everyone. So glad my wife found this in time for Valentines and St. Patrick’s Day, can’t wait until Easter.
Place rating: 5
Auburn, CA
This is a wonderful chocolate shop. They make such fun chocolate items and have great ideas for every occasion. They are very reasonably priced and offer an extraordinary product.
Place rating: 5
Sacramento, CA
So we received some thank you chocolates for a small donation during the Christmas event in Newcastle, and I must say this dark chocolate bar is delicious. its amazing to find a place like this in such a small town. i think our next shop is going to have to be right next to them because they will be going places with chocolates like this. I do wish they would get the website going so that I can order that way it looks like it is on its way though.
Place rating: 5
El Cerrito, CA
I was reviewing my chocolate list and was desolate to see that Raffiné had closed. I went to their website to see if they had relocated and was delighted to see they had, closer to where Mona and Jim live, so they don’t have the long commute to San Ramon. Talk about mixed feelings: I’m sad they’re no longer as close to me as they were, relieved that Mona’s still making those glorious chocolates and oh so slightly relieved that temptation is a little farther out of reach, although there’s always mail order. These are among the best chocolates I’ve ever tasted. One of these days we’ll make it up their way and visit the shop.
Place rating: 1
Nevada City, CA
Wasn’t empressed with the fancy chocolates. See’s has much better tasting chocolate and variety of chocolates too. I alway’s tell people if it has a track on the bottom then it was made in a factory. Don’t waste your time and money on this place! Over priced too…
Place rating: 5
Sacramento, CA
I have driven by this Denny’s for years and don’t know why their flag caught my eye on Saturday-​but for whatever the reason, the stars aligned and the chocolate gods rejoiced. The store is spotless and modern. But let’s talk about the chocolate, I’m a dark chocolate fan… the fig was my favorite… but the espresso was over the top too. Just go, you wont be disappointed! The product is over the top and I want to support this local store!
Place rating: 5
Fair Oaks, CA
Mmmm just ate my first 3 Raffine chocolates! Then put lid back on box cuz I was losin control. They were really good & high quality. These are the type of chocolates that you would expect to find in SF & NYC. So decadent.
Place rating: 5
Citrus Heights, CA
Very easy to find Raffine adjacent to Denny’s in a shared lot. Unique and fabulous chocolates, made with passion and sold with a personal touch. The chocolate cups are great for your Placer Wine Trail ports or other dessert concoction and the prices are so much better then you would get anywhere else. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this small business and I can’t wait for everyone to discover this sweet treat in the foothills.
Place rating: 5
Sacramento, CA
We visited this GREAT chocolate shop next to Denny’s Restaurant in Newcastle. I had goggled for the best chocolate shop in Placer County… NOW YOU KNOW. This chocolate is the best!!! We are so happy to find a chocolate shop who clearly knows how chocolate should taste. The little town of Newcastle has raised the bar… for all you chocolatiers out there!!! They should get 10 stars!!!
Place rating: 5
Applegate, CA
RAFFINES CHOCOLATE SHOP IN NEWCASTLE IS A MUST!!! I have tasted chocolate from all over the world and this little shop is par excellence. It is next to Denny’s Restaurant in Newcastle, so you can’t miss it. The taste of this European chocolate is like a fine wine… it is to be savored. I love the fact that they are just down the road from us, and to be so close to the perfect chocolate shop is heaven!!! Thank you… from a true chocoholic… top grade.
Place rating: 4
Auburn, CA
I received a charming chocolate colored box with gold braid yesterday from Raffine’s Chocolates. Inside were four absolutely delicious chocolates, to die for! My wife told me she explored the shop and enjoyed every minute. She said the selection is excellent, and the prices good for such high quality. AND, they make their chocolates on site! The location is a bit tricky, but Newcastle is small enough that the shop can be found easy enough. «Google» it if need be.
Applegate, CA
These chocolates are the real thing. Before relocating to the US I lived in Europe and got to taste what is considered the best of the best from Belgium, France and Switzerland. The chocolates from Raffine are in this superior class of thoroughbred chocolate. Practically, Raffine helps my company by creating these delicious chocolates with our logo on which turns out to be a great way of starting a conversation when at a tradeshow: Who doesn’t like the best of the best chocolate?!