Roste Chocolate House
Portland's Chocolate Haven
Nestled in the heart of Portland, this artisanal chocolate house offers an exceptional experience for chocolate connoisseurs and casual visitors alike. The establishment specializes in European-style drinking chocolate - thick, pudding-like, and served with whipped cream and sparkling water to cleanse the palate.
The menu features a variety of single-origin chocolate selections, including popular Indonesian varieties, allowing guests to explore diverse flavor profiles from around the world. Beyond the signature drinking chocolate, visitors can enjoy excellent coffee, hot chocolate, and an assortment of delectable pastries.
The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between elegance and comfort - calm, cozy, and inviting with tasteful décor that creates an ideal setting for chocolate appreciation. What truly sets this establishment apart is the passionate owner who often engages with customers, sharing his extensive knowledge about chocolate production and flavor notes.
For those seeking a deeper chocolate experience, the shop offers interactive workshops including chocolate bar making sessions and formal chocolate tastings - perfect for date nights or special occasions.
Fully accessible with modern amenities including free Wi-Fi, gender-neutral facilities, and outdoor seating that welcomes dogs, this chocolate house caters to diverse needs while maintaining its artisanal charm. Whether you're working remotely, meeting friends, or simply satisfying a chocolate craving, this Portland gem delivers an unforgettable sensory experience.
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3 months ago
The chocolate is excellent. We definitely love this place...But...they need plain, fresh croissants, tea-style biscuits or some other non-sweet option for food, especially for the drinking chocolate. It helps really enjoy the flavor and not overpower it. Everything we tried was good though on its own: chocolate latte, rocky road brownie, honey marshmallow and the drinking chocolate was rich, smooth and perfectly balanced. We bought ceremonial chocolate for later -highly recommend. The chocolate making area is open-view, which was fun to watch. Beautiful copper accents. Decent seating.
a month ago
Best drinking chocolate I've had. It was slightly thicker than others, but it made it more like a rich pudding. I enjoyed the cream and sparkle on the side. Agreed that they need some croissants or non-sweet bread/cookies to balance the chocolate to really elevate the experience. Can't wait to come back to try the ceremonial.
5 months ago
Oh my gawds. If you are a chocolate lover who knows the need (and/or greed) for thick drinking chocolate living in Portland you may have felt a pang of despair when Alma chocolate closed and Cacao closed. The door opened at Roste Chocolate House and the smell of chocolate is so dense in the air we could already taste it. The street level space has tons of natural light, gleaming metallic mixers, and was immaculately clean. The table spacing provides room for mobility device users and enough distance from your neighbors that conversation still feels intimate.It felt upscale and spacious without feeling exclusive or formal. Everything we tasted was incredible. From the drinking chocolate to the mousse heart. There are a selection of single origin chocolate, they offer tastings and bar making events. There are beautiful baked goods and gluten free options as well. The staff were responsive charming and thoughtful. They handled a flurry of folks arriving at the same time with patience and grace. They provided excellent service and communication. It was truly a welcoming haven for a sensory experience that fully reset our moods and experiences of the day. Totally worth a trip across the river. Such a smart spot as an alternative to an exclusively coffee cafe or for an afternoon decadence. What a pleasure to patronize this business. I can’t wait to go back!
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