Reviews for Chocolate Lab in Denver, CO
the absolute BEST hot chocolate i?ve ever had, the pulled pork sandwich was amazing and the salad was so good! the truffles were... amazing too! the staff were so kind to us and if you?re thinking of going, do it! Read more
We went to the Chocolate Lab as it's been on my to-try list for a while and they're closing (temporarily, I hope) on the... 19th. The draw here is that all meals are made with chocolate so it's a very unique experience. It is also a very richexperience so I suggest pairing it with one of their many citrus drink options to cut through the chocolate. In order ofpictures: Easy livin Sparkling hibiscus lemonade Meat lasagna Shrimp & risotto Whiskey tobacco cake Flaming queen Not picturedbecause apparently it didn't save: pork belly over polenta My partner said: each bite is a wonder Which is 1) a lot comingfrom him and 2) a very good summary of this whole meal Each of the cocktails comes not only with unique flavor but also a wholeexperience, whether that's smoke, fire, or what's inside it. The Whiskey smelled amazing and he said it was really good. Theydon't skimp on the pours, the drinks were strong. I don't drink and when I mentioned that the waitress immediately suggestedthe sparkling hibiscus lemonade and I was so glad she did. It paired well with everything on the menu and helped me get throughmore of the cake. The pork belly over polenta was an appetizer and it was cooked to perfection. This is a restaurant that knowswhat it's doing with the meat it uses and the flavors they choose to pair them with. The polenta was melt in your mouth creamy,a perfect pairing to the equally melt in your mouth pork. The meat lasagna I only had a bite of as I'm not a lasagna fan ingeneral, was well seasoned and the chocolate marinara sauce didn't overpower the seasonings at all - I was really impressed! Thebread was obviously made in house and it was also fall apart in your mouth good. My partner really enjoyed this entree. I gotthe shrimp & risotto (you'll notice a theme for me, I love shrimp) and it was one of the best risottos I've had. It was achestnut chocolate risotto that, again, allowed the flavors to shine without the chocolate being overpowering. The Read more
Always fabulous. Phil is a master. The food is creative and delicious. We will keep coming back!
Excellent place for quick dessert! The pistachio mousse was absolutely amazing! Also got the hot chocolate with hot Mayan... seasoning. Don't order too much though because it's a TON of chocolate. Read more
Oh my gosh. This was such a lovely experience. The last time I visited Chocolate Lab was pre-pandemic. I have missed this place... so much. Their cocktails are some of the best in Denver. Their cheese board was incredible. (They pair cheese & chocolate) Myspouse and I had the best time. They ordered the nachos and again - some of the best in the city! Read more
Delicious. Delectable. Popped in here for dessert after dinner elsewhere. This was my best decision of the past decade. Cool... ambiance with Moby playing, minimalist white decor. The angel food cake is the owner's grandmother's recipe. I had lowexpectations. It's angel food cake - who cares, right? W-R-O-N-G! This should be a national treasure. It was so wonderful, Ifought tears with each bite because I knew I was 1 bite closer to the end. And that...is when... THE BROWNIE IN THE SKILLETCAME OUT! I cried with each bite. I laughed, too. I savored every moment, every morsel. And the presentation on everything -including the coffee was so fun. There's a bookstore and a record store next door, too. The Chocolate Lab as the meaning oflife. Read more
Truly world class flavors, extremely thoughtful flavor combinations that left my mouth watering even after I couldn?t eat... another bite! The scallops, and pork belly and polenta were particularly memorable. Cocktails were fantastic too. Extremelythoughtful, creative, and well made. Would highly recommend! And we?ll be back soon. Read more
I am continuously checking this page to see when they find a new location because Chocolate Lab is one of the best restaurants... I?ve ever been to. Chocolate Lab has incredibly delightful and knowledgeable ownership and staff, a deliciously creative menu offood and drinks, a large selection of decadent chocolates, and THE best café mocha I?ve ever had in my life. This is where I goto celebrate my birthday every December. Please come back! I miss you! Read more