Bittersweet Chocolate Cafe in Oakland

Great hot cocoa. Cozy atmosphere

Best iced hot chocolate I've ever had and it's a nice small place

I loved their Aztec milkshake, and if it didn't involve making a ganache first, I would try making it at home! Spicy <3

So I came back but this time the hot chocolate did not taste the same. That's why I revised my review. My friend also ordered the same exact drink as last week and also agreed it didn't taste the same. We presume they probably added cocoa maybe last time and this time they didn't. In any event, it tasted like any regular hot chocolate. No prizes here.I tried the classic chocolate and it is over, above, and superb!!! Leaves Starbucks hot chocolate way behind by FAR!!! If it was a hot chocolate competition between those two places in taste, this place beats it without a tiny doubt! YOU gotta taste it yourself. Be the judge is that and your taste buds will understand. I don't know what they put in that chocolate but it's the best I've tasted.

Nice overall bakery/cafe style menu, but the best bet is one of the several hot chocolates. If you are normally a dark chocolate fan, the bittersweet hot chocolate is the one to warm your hands and heart with.

Open until a slightly later hour, this local treasure makes their mocha with not-too-sweet melted chocolate that gives it a rich smokiness which is not to be missed.

Nice mocha

One of my most favorite, most chill spots in the middle of Rockridge. A perfect place to read a book. Try their chocolate chai with a "Not Oreo" -- both very yummy. Also! They have a printer that you just email documents to. It's saved me a ton of time to just walk over and pick up forms and junk. Overall a lovely spot.

Enjoyed my cookie and hot chocolate. Nice atmosphere to sit and get work done or read a book

The absolute best mocha I have ever had IN MY LIFE. Nice kitsch folky atmosphere. Great place to get little gifts for friends.

Great little place with awesome hot chocolate. Pop in, you won't be disappointed!

Chef Lisa is talented. She's been practicing vegan baking before it was popular. She showcases a variety of flavors, textures, and health conscious ingredients. I highly recommend this place. I'm a cook, btw. I have over ten years experience in kitchens and Chef Lisa impressed me.

Delish and made sure our kids hot chocolate was just the right temperature. Thanks!

I enjoy the chai latte. Sweeten it yourself... such a nice option! A favorite Rockridge hang. Hope you guys can continue to make a go of it :)

My favorite shop on college ave. It's like stepping into another world, where everything moves just a little slower, and there's just a little more time for everything. It is a great place for coffee or drinking chocolate on a weekend morning.

Hot chocolate was way too sweet, coffee is too bitter, it's not very clean, very small portions for a very steep price.It's so not worth it, to the point of worst starbucks might be worse in service but better in coffee quality.But it was not disgusting place, and my drinks were being prepared okay, it's just recipes were totally off with amount of sugar! Cashier was pretty nice.

This place is fabulous. Great food and drinks and super cozy, quiet and friendly environment. I really like the spicy hot chocolate, the mocha, the cinnamon cake, the chocolate flourless confection, and the brownies. Obviously focus on th chocolate based goods here.

I love this place! Delicious baked goods with lots of gluten free and vegan options (but not only) and great music.

Wonderful Hot Chocolates Menu

Best hot chocolate I've ever had and great atmosphere

Intimate little cafe with a small selection of drinks, served in mugs for dine-in. The variety comes from the wide range of chocolate selections available to pair with the drinks. I loved the look and vibe. Overall, quirky and friendly little place with good coffee and treats.

Small, cozy coffee house atmosphere, great for some quiet time. Not a huge selection, but I tried two of their hot chocolates and they were easily some of the best I've had. They even let me sample first. High marks!

Cool tables. Collaborated chairs. Good selection and milkshakes.

Why did the SF one close down??? Why? I love their hot chocolates! They have great lunch options with amazing salads that are quite filling!! I usually get carried away with their cakes and pastries.

The spicy chocolate was spicy. Next time will try the bittersweet. This is a very special homey place.

I came here when it was just called Bittersweet. The best, thickest, most satisfying cup of hot chocolate I’ve ever had.

Q chocolate thing for everybody!!! Seriously, so much variety

this spot is very cute and cozy

Good coffee and hot chocolate. Very quiet most of the times too

Lisa provides fantastic customer service and the chocolate is wonderful - what a perfect combination

The chocolate zucchini bread is delicious. I've never had anything like it before!

Quaint little coffee and chocolate shop in the Rockridge area between Berkeley and Oakland

Always get a bicerin and whatever chocolate dish is on special.

Teeny tiny shop but a sweet meeting spot. Great for chocolate lovers. Daily sandwiches seem to sell out fast. No wifi. Great music.

Don't miss the salted caramel hot chocolate. Divine!

Great food and drinks. Slightly annoying furniture. Staff was in a bad mood when I went; hopefully not the usual...

Absolutely loved the salted caramel hot chocolate!

One of the best hot chocolate I've ever had in the bay area! It's not a huge selection but every choice they have here is amazing! The atmosphere is very welcoming and warm. This is the perfect fall and cold weather stop!

This place is fantastic, best cup of coffee I have had in many a day.

The Chocolate Dragon is one of my favorite cafes in the East Bay -- it's warm and cozy in every way thanks to Lisa, who is the owner and baker. My recommendations: the chocolate zucchini bread, the hot chocolate cinnamon cake, and any of the hot chocolate drinks (Lisa uses high quality ingredients). Lisa also has a wide variety of chocolates and is happy to offer a sample.

Really amazing hot chocolate. Gourmet chocolates also available.

Lovely place. Warm, cozy, smells great, delicious chocolate and treats.

Great hot chocolate, including non dairy. Staff is also very helpful

Wonderful dark chocolate drink and awesome chocolate goodies.

Check out their "Cosmo" chai, best mix of chocolate and chai tea.

Such a beautiful authentic cafe. Definitely deserves more popularity than it has. The chocolate dragon is a warm homey place small in size that has a very lovely atmosphere. The baked goods, coffee, and various chocolates are all finely made and presented. My only downside is the odd lack of invitation behind the counter.

Best cafe in California!

Great baked goods, chocolate, beautiful old wooden tables and walls.

Incredible. Best hot chocolate I've had in my entire life.

Very quaint cafe with awesome decorations and ambiance. Great place to sit and talk while enjoying some spectacular hot chocolate