Menchaca Chocolates is a unique chocolate-making workshop and factory located in Santa Barbara. Owned by Pete and LeAnne, the business approaches chocolate with a creative twist by combining their love of chocolate and art. They are bean-to-bar chocolate makers using high-quality, organic, single-origin, Certified Direct Trade cacao beans. Their offerings include chocolate bars, barks, hot chocolate, truffles, and hand-painted gift boxes. Visitors can participate in fun and engaging workshops where they decorate their own boxes and customize chocolates with a variety of toppings such as marshmallows, ginger, and more. The workshops are suitable for all ages and occasions, including family outings, date nights, girls' nights out, team building, or private parties. The atmosphere is welcoming and friendly, with helpful staff guiding guests through the process with patience and enthusiasm. The chocolates are highly praised for their delicious taste and high-quality ingredients. Participants enjoy creating their own chocolate bars, which often become memorable and enjoyable experiences. Many describe the experience as fun, creative, and relaxing, emphasizing that even those who consider themselves non-creative have a great time. Overall, Menchaca Chocolates offers a delightful mix of chocolate and art, making it a must-visit spot for chocolate lovers and anyone looking for a unique, enjoyable activity in Santa Barbara.
5 of us had a great time decorating our boxes and choosing our choice of toppings for our milk, dark and strawberry chocolate bars. A clever and fun activity for children and adults. Would highly recommend.
December 2023
I took my 32 year old daughter here for her birthday! Juvenile, you ask? Absolutely not!! We had a wonderful, peaceful time tapping our creative talents and nibbling on and creating our own chocolate bars. The chocolate is delicious and the owners are super friendly!
November 2023
This was an amazing experience. This would be a great date night activity, girls night out, or just a fun treat-yo-self moment for anyone who likes chocolate. Even my husband, a self-avowed “non-creative” had a blast and wants to return to get a larger box. He has more ideas he wants to try. :D
