The Beach Chocolate Factory
The Beach Chocolate Factory
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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We offer artisan chocolate of high quality made from the best ingredients and Costa Rican cacao, harvested directly from our own farm - "tree-to-bar"! We also offer the popular interactive workshops during which you will learn everything you always wanted to know about the origin, history, nature and culture of cacao and chocolate! You will also participate in peeling fresh roasted cacao beans and turn them into your own personal chocolate treat!
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1-2 hours
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Corey J
Bozeman, MT7 contributions
Jun 2021
We stopped into the shop hoping for a tour, but no tours right now. However, he gave us a wonderful taste of what he does, including award winning chocolates that you could taste why they were winners. Super fun, fast, and well worth it.
Written June 23, 2021
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glenrhoward
Newcastle, WA9 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
Wow! We had a great time learning about the cacao and how chocolate is made. Very hands on and tasty fun at the same time. I would highly recommend you do this tour if your in the Playa Conchal area on a Friday! Mucho Gracias Henrich!
Written March 6, 2020
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MelloInMN
Minneapolis, MN88 contributions
Jan 2020
WOW! I thought I knew how to make chocolate, but turns out, I only knew how to eat it! We had the extreme pleasure of meeting with Henrik and experiencing how to make chocolate. Now, I'll be honest, my homemade chocolate did not turn out as well as the bars at TBCF, so be sure to buy a few for your travels home. Awesome, awesome experience!
Written February 2, 2020
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Nico Tomacelli
Woodinville, WA33 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
WOW! What an incredible and unique experience we had here. We had the privilege of meeting Henrik (owner) today and experienced first hand not only how to make chocolate from start to finish (which you get to eat) but also received a phenomenal history lesson on cacao and chocolate making. I could share more but I’d spoil the great experience you’d have visiting and experiencing for yourself. If you find yourself anywhere near Playa Conchal/Tamarindo/Brasilito, this is an absolute must do. This is chocolate in its most purest form. I look forward to bringing my daughter back one day to experience this! 😀
Written November 22, 2019
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Britishcats
Olathe, KS133 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
I have taken cooking classes and food tours in many locations but this chocolate making class at the Beach Chocolate Factory was one of the most enjoyable. If you are near Brasilito and can get reservations for the Friday only class, it’s well worth the time. Highly recommended.
Written January 26, 2019
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Thank you so much for the accolades! Always a pleasure to share the wonders of cacao and chocolate with other people passionate and enthusiastic about good quality food!
Written January 30, 2019
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Gina G
Twin Falls, ID33 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
I was so glad we booked this educational tour with Henrik, he educated us on how chocolate is grown and made. We were able to get the cocoa beans, shell them and make our own chocolate. Definitely worth the time and money.
Written February 3, 2018
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Bibo26
Winnipeg71 contributions
Mar 2013 • Friends
The Beach Chocolate Factory is a great place to check out if you like chocolate. It was interesting learning all about the history of chocolate, the cacao tree, harvesting, and processing. Henrik gave us a hands on demonstration of how the cocoa beans are roasted, shelled, and ground. Then we made our own tasty chocolate treats to take home. We came with friends, but it would be a great experience, and a nice afternoon out of the sun, for people of all ages.
Written January 22, 2014
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Kim B
Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica1 contribution
Aug 2013 • Family
Yum! Yum! A Very tasty time was had by the whole family at the Beach Chocolate Factory Chocolate workshop. From tree to fruit, to roasting the beans, grinding the chocolate and making chocolates to take home. This was an amazing hands-on workshop and educational experience. Henrick is a wealth of knowledge on chocolate making and its history in Costa Rica. Can't wait to go again!
Written September 1, 2013
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LoriF309253
Puyallup, WA19 contributions
Sep 2012 • Couples
The Beach Chocolate Factory is a perfect treat for couples wanting to experience something together..but it is also a perfect decant experience with friends and family. My husband and I enjoyed the experience in very different ways, he was very hands on while I took notes and lots of pictures. All the senses come alive from listening to the history of the Cacao Bean to all the different ways one must touch and prepare it for tasting. Getting it is readied for roasting and oh the aroma is divine and you just can't for the chocolate to be ready for you to delight in the tastes, that first wonderful taste. When the jubilant class came to a close, we couldn't stop talking about the delightful experience from begining to end and the discoveries and sheer fun we had in making this delightful treat. Everyone should experience Henrik and his AUMazing Beach Chocolate Factory every time they are in the area. It will be delight for all the senses for sure.
Written July 26, 2013
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I genuinely enjoy it when my guests feel the inspiration and react with sheer poetry. I agree it challenges all your senses, taste buds, brain, heart, and some guests have trouble defining their feelings when they get to taste their own creations made from the purest and freshly roasted cocoa - thank you for voicing your feelings.
Written July 28, 2013
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ArlethaWil
Atlanta, Georgia2 contributions
Jul 2013 • Family
My daughter LOVES chocolate and saw the advertisement for a chocolate workshop and arranged the whole thing. Henrik was an excellent host! We learned so much and got to eat our own creations at the end! Highly Recommended!
Written July 24, 2013
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It is always a pleasure to entertain families with children, and in your case it was extra fun because your daughter was so passionate about the cocoa and the chocolate! I hope I have induced a new group of chocolate lovers!
Written July 28, 2013
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Mientje D
Eindhoven, The Netherlands30 contributions
Is it possible to make chocolate with coconut-sugar instead of the ‘normal’ sugar?
Henrik B
Potrero7 contributions
hello. We do not normally use coconut sugar as it is extremely expensive here, about ten times the cost of the local raw cane sugar, but you are more than welcome to bring your own coconut sugar if you have a favorite sort or brand. Or, if you contact us with due notice we will be happy to buy some for you to use in the workshop.
How long are the classes and how much chocolate do you eat/take home?
The Travelling Foodies
Blakeney, UK750 contributions
It lasts about an hour. You will make your own chocolate from scratch. I think we made about 25g of chocolate each. There is also chocolate to purchase which is excellent. Not the mass produced stuff. It's real chocolate and tastes fantastic.
I hope this answers your question.
Nic
barbara o
Kamloops, Canada17 contributions
Hi Henrik, Thank you for the response. Not sure where you are located. Staying at the Nany, how far are you from there and in which direction?
Henrik B
Potrero7 contributions
You are about 1 kilometer from us. If you click the map here on Tripadvisor you'll realize we are practically around the corner :)
barbara o
Kamloops, Canada17 contributions
Is it open on Wednesday and if so,what time? Can we just visit or are workshops given every day. We are staying at Nany hotel and I have a car. There are three of us.TUVM Barbara Olpinska
Henrik B
Potrero7 contributions
Hello Barbara
Our outlet shop is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm. We offer regular workshops Fridays 9.30 a.m. and we do recommend making reservations for that one. As an alternative you can make a private reservation for your group only (minimum charge 4 people). Feel free to call 4701 0536 or 8876 4242. Kind regards, Henrik
Michele H
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada12 contributions
I am staying at the Westin. How do I get there? Do I need reservations?
Henrik B
Potrero7 contributions
We are actually within walking distance, about 350 meters to your right when you exit the Westin/Reserva Conchal. However, it is both hot and humid at times so you may be more comfortable with the short car ride.
Vucci
Oro Valley140 contributions
This experience seems like something my family would enjoy. How would we get to you from our hotel Arco Iris in Tamarindo?
Henrik B
Potrero7 contributions
hi Vucci
if you have a car at your disposal it is a 20 minute drive from Tamarindo. Alternatives are either a taxi or the bus that goes to either Brasilito/Flamingo/Potrero. Get off the bus at the entrance to CRIA
Are you open on Sundays? Is your chocolate organic or vegan. We love chocolate and forgot to pack ours. We're staying in Playa Grande.
Henrik B
Potrero7 contributions
hi Heather
Sundays we are closed. Some of our chocolate is organic but none of it is certified as it is a difficult and costly process to go through for the small producers we get our cacao from. all our dark chocolate is vegan. No additives. Just great cacao and organic cane sugar :)
The Beach Chocolate Factory (Brasilito) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about The Beach Chocolate Factory
- The Beach Chocolate Factory is open:
- Tue - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Hotels near The Beach Chocolate Factory:
- (0.79 mi) The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
- (0.85 mi) Conchal Hotel
- (0.36 mi) Amazing golf views
- (1.40 mi) W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
- (0.36 mi) Ocean view spacious condo
- Restaurants near The Beach Chocolate Factory:
- (0.85 mi) Papaya Restaurant
- (1.14 mi) Ander's Restaurant
- (0.64 mi) BOA - Brothers of Ale
- (1.82 mi) Gracia Mar Vista
- (0.90 mi) Masala Indian Restaurant Brasilito