As the classic Michigan winter weather settles in and the snow and cold start to become a rather significant factor in our daily decision-making, it’s the little things that can make all the difference. To us, a tasty, warm cup of hot chocolate is the key to keeping cozy during cold Detroit winters! So to help you cozy up a decadent cup of cocoa to sip on this winter, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite spots to grab one of the best hot chocolates in Detroit:
1. Cadillac Lodge
Every year we can’t wait for Cadillac Lodge to come back to Downtown Detroit, in our opinion it’s one of the coziest Christmas pop-ups in the entire country! Whether you’re ice skating at the Campus Martius Ice Rinks or the Downtown Holiday Markets, Cadillac Lodge being right in the center of it all makes it the perfect spot to slow down, take a seat, and enjoy a cup of fresh, hot cocoa.
Location: Cadillac Square next to Campus Martius Park
2. New Order Coffee
After closing its Detroit metro area location during the Covid pandemic, New Order Coffee made a triumphant return opening a new location in Clair Shores. Their hot chocolate wouldn’t be on this list if it weren’t as special as it is, made fresh it delivers an instant sense of warmth and joy whenever you get the chance to drink it.
Location: 25107 Jefferson Ave St Clair Shores, MI 48081
3. Chocolate Bar Cafe
With several varieties of hot chocolate featured on its menu including white chocolate caramel, hazelnut, and peppermint, and a name like Chocolate Bar Cafe, naturally, this place was always going to be on our list! In addition to their delicious cups of hot chocolate, you can also pick up some delicious baked goods to pair with your hot and refreshing drink.
Location: 20737 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods
4. Cannelle by Matt Knio
Cannelle has multiple locations around Michigan, but their location right here in Detroit is as special as they come! With some incredible pastries and other baked goods to choose from, whatever you decide to snack on, you’ll want to pair it with one of their incredible hot chocolates, which feels like a little hug in a mug.
Location: 45 W Grand River Detroit, MI 48226
5. Momento Gelato
This place first opened back in January of 2022 but has become one of our local favorites with all sorts of tasty treats and seasonal specialties! Their peppermint hot chocolate is a favorite of ours and we couldn’t recommend it enough.
Location: 2120 Trumbull St. Detroit, Michigan 48216
6. Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters
If you’re looking for a place to grab a hot chocolate right in Downtown Detroit, then it doesn’t get much more convenient than Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters! It’s one of our favorites not only because it’s so accessible, but also because it’s so delicious.
Location: 1220 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226