Nothing’s better than enjoying a tasty hot chocolate during the cold weather. Fortunately, there are plenty of places in Baltimore that offer their own spin on this seasonal classic. These are some of the best!
Pitango Bakery + Cafe
903 S. Ann St., Baltimore, MD 21231
Has regular hot chocolate as well as “sipping chocolate,” which is thicker and has a more intense chocolate flavor
pitangogelato.com/pitango-bakery
The Charmery
Locations in Towson, Hampden, Columbia and Baltimore
The Charmery’s hot chocolate comes with a homemade marshmallow and a small scoop of any of the shop’s ice cream flavors
Cozy Cafe, Bakery & Bistro
8006 Main St., Ellicott City, MD 21043
Can’t make up your mind? This Ellicott City restaurant offers hot chocolate flights, giving customers the chance to sample multiple flavors.
Sweet Cascades Chocolatier
Locations in Ellicott City, Columbia and Savage
Offers sipping chocolate during the winter
Decadent, a Coffee and Dessert Bar
11710 E. Market Place, Fulton, MD 20759
Serves Italian drinking chocolate imported from Italy; for parents and adult family members, a shot of alcohol of their choice can be added to any drink at an extra cost.
