Rousseau Chocolatier
Rousseau Chocolatier
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9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Everything is handmade fresh on-site by Julien Rousseau who has been a chocolatier and pastry chef for two decades. Originally from the South of France, his career has led him to work for numerous high end Chocolatiers and boutique hotels in England, Scotland, Canada and France before establishing in Halifax early May 2014. Rousseau Chocolatier specializes in: Handmade Chocolates, French Macarons, Gourmet Brownies and Artisan Chocolate Bars. Espresso and Dairy bar
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Carol S
53 contributions
Aug. 2022
The candy is very tasty and the prices are reasonable. Purchased several candy bars for friends and family.
Written September 1, 2022
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Faience44
Ottawa, Canada955 contributions
Jul. 2022 • Couples
My wife and I had cappuccinos here twice in a few days. They were the best in town; this establishment also serves great soft ice cream and sweet snacks such as madeleines.
Written July 3, 2022
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Anita M
Montreal, Canada56 contributions
Dec. 2019
Every year when we go to Halifax in November we visit here. Just a mere steps from the Weston Hotel we saunter over for hot chocolate, tea and pastries. The picture says it all. As with every year that passes the staff is friendly & helpful, the drinks & snacks are fantastic. I live in Montreal were there are a lot of places like this and Rousseau is very pleasantly a laid back low key and relaxing place to sit & recoup from walking around Halifax. For the other reviewer who mentioned prices were too high, Rousseau is very in line with other spots of it's caliber, very reasonable for the great products they provide. I have been to Europe, Rousseau's chocolate is just as great if not better.
Written December 5, 2019
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Many thanks for your kind words and feedback Anita! We very much appreciate the time you took to let us know about your experience and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to our fabulous city-by-the-sea! À bientôt!
Written July 11, 2021
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mflyon
Wilmette, IL311 contributions
Sep. 2019
We stopped there one afternoon and had cappucinos and madeleine (both good).
The chocolate brownie was dry. Most of the tables around us had dirty dishes
though the place was not very busy. Would not go back
The chocolate brownie was dry. Most of the tables around us had dirty dishes
though the place was not very busy. Would not go back
Written September 16, 2019
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Thank you very much for your important feedback and we appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience. We try our best to uphold high service standards even after a busy rush. Your valuable feedback will help steer us and our team towards continued success!
Written July 11, 2021
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Mullen89
London, UK223 contributions
Jul. 2019 • Couples
Maybe I have overly high standards since I have been to Belgium and Switzerland but I found these chocolates to be pretty average and so did my boyfriend. They look amazing and the place is very cool and industrial looking inside but the chocolates just didn’t cut it for me. Especially for the price, I also think the hot chocolate has been over hyped. Like I said, I probably have very high standards when it comes to chocolate as I have had some exceptional experiences but this place didn’t come close for me unfortunately. And for $20 for a couple of hot drinks and some tiny chocolates the place just doesn’t cut it for me. In a way I’m kind of glad because I would be spending a lot of money here if the chocolates were out of this world, so thank you for being mediocre and expensive I guess. Not a combination to make me a returning customer.
Written July 9, 2019
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Many thanks for your feedback, we appreciate any and all constructive criticism as it is key for any business to achieve a higher standard. We hope that you will consider coming back to try one of our many 25+ chocolate bonbons varieties for a chance that another flavour might delight your senses!
Written September 6, 2019
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Morris Givner
Halifax, Canada112 contributions
Jan. 2019 • Solo
I dropped in to this cafe that specializes in handmade chocolates and chocolate-based
cookies,pastries and drinks.I ordered two boxes of dark chocolates to be sent to close relatives mending from operations.I also drank a hot chocolate mocha and indulged in a chocolate-based light pastry. Both were delicious.Our gifts were sent to Montreal and Moncton and both recipients praised the tastes of the chocolates. This cafe also specializes in coffee. The service was excellent,pleasant and the atmosphere
bright and clean.
cookies,pastries and drinks.I ordered two boxes of dark chocolates to be sent to close relatives mending from operations.I also drank a hot chocolate mocha and indulged in a chocolate-based light pastry. Both were delicious.Our gifts were sent to Montreal and Moncton and both recipients praised the tastes of the chocolates. This cafe also specializes in coffee. The service was excellent,pleasant and the atmosphere
bright and clean.
Written January 30, 2019
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Anita M
Montreal, Canada56 contributions
Nov. 2018 • Family
We stopped here on Remembrance Day after the ceremonies in Halifax and what a gem of a spot! Very friendly staff, fresh croissants, homemade hot chocolate which my niece adored plus my cup of English Breakfast tea hit the spot on this cold windy day.
When I return to Halifax this will be my first pit stop!
When I return to Halifax this will be my first pit stop!
Written November 12, 2018
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Richard W
66 contributions
Oct. 2018 • Couples
Cannot say enough. Great coffee, amazing hot chocolate. Fine chocolates, pastry, macaroons. A true find in Halifax.
Written October 23, 2018
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Maayan Harel
Halifax, Canada1,068 contributions
Oct. 2018 • Couples
Arrived for their famous hot chocolate and was not disappointed ! we also tried their wonderful chocolate mousse and a few of their chocolate confections. Everything was really good and we'll be happy to return !
Written October 22, 2018
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bradr879
Toronto, Canada716 contributions
Sep. 2018 • Couples
So you would think while at a place that sells chocolate that you would buy.....
Ya we got the ice cream instead (pretty hot out that day) and omg the mixed flavour of salty an sweet was really good.
Bought some chocolate as well but havent tried it yet
Ya we got the ice cream instead (pretty hot out that day) and omg the mixed flavour of salty an sweet was really good.
Bought some chocolate as well but havent tried it yet
Written October 9, 2018
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DoreenEB
Dartmouth, Canada2 contributions
I received a jar of orange balsamic, caramel sauce and would like to have some ideas. I am sure it would be good over ice cream but can't think of another use for it. Maybe poured over cream cheese to serve on crackers?
nmorin101
Halifax, Canada7 contributions
Hi Doreen,
You got it! The Orange Balsamic Caramel Spread is perfect drizzled over ice cream, cakes & pies. Even sauté a few apples/pears in a bit of butter and pour that on top for a quick and delicisous dessert idea! Also, our customers have been raving about serving the spread with a nice cheese plate. A dab over a sharp cheddar or Camembert, yum! Please let us know if you have any other questions, we're delighted to help! -Nathalie
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rousseau Chocolatier
- Rousseau Chocolatier is open:
- Sun - Mon 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Tue - Sat 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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