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French Broad Chocolate Lounge

10 South Lexinton Ave, Asheville, NC
828-252-4181
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Ranked #4 of 419 restaurants in Asheville
Cuisines: Bakery, Café, Dessert, Ice cream
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: After-hours, Dessert
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Marietta, Georgia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013 NEW

try the chocolate creme brulee and lavender creme brulee - amazing - be prepared to wait since the place is very popular

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See 4 more reviews by Matty C for Asheville
Bald Head Island, North Carolina
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13 restaurant reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Browse the pictures here and go. Our stays in Asheville are getting longer due to the many wonderful eateries in the town we have to return to. French Broad is the one place that gets return visits multiple times on each visit! The liquid truffle satisfies the longing for the European sipping chocolate I learned to love over there. Creative... More

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See 4 more reviews by BHIguru for Asheville
Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
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7 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Wow, every visit to Asheville, NC should include a stop here. It is chocolate heaven with a very cool vibe. It's open late to finish off any Asheville visit. I recommend the liquid truffle oh my...so good!!!!

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

We came here 3 nights in a row during our stay in Asheville, and we loved everything we got. Don't be put off by what seems like a long wait when you first get there. Grab a menu and dive in. Besides, you'll need that time to figure out what you want to eat. However, don't completely make up your... More

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Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Hip, trendy, friendly place to have dessert, a beer or a glass of wine (or all three) with friends or family. The locals consistently recommended the lounge over the other chocolate stores. I agree. A must do while in Asheville.

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See 4 more reviews by Wayne M for Asheville
Saint Peters, Missouri, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

We were in Asheville for a total of five nights and ended up here three of those. There are so many tasty things to choose from. Truffles, cakes, ice cream, pretty much anything you could want. Everything had a unique spin on it, too - for instance, hot chocolate came in many different varieties, such as honey lavender and kulfi.... More

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Louisville, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

I went here while visiting Asheville over New Year's. The line was out the door, and we almost decided to go somewhere else. Everyone in line told us it was worth the wait, and they were absolutely right. My friend found us a table upstairs while I waited in line to order. Don't be fooled by the cramped quarters downstairs.... More

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Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

I can only review the "liquid truffle" as that is all I consumed on two visits. After our restaurant meal, we strolled over to the French Broad Chocolate Lounge to indulge in an unbelievably fabulous teacup of molten chocolate in various flavors such as pure dark, lavender & honey, maple and sea salt, milk chocolate, Buddha w/cocoanut milk, and a... More

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See 5 more reviews by Robyn S for Asheville
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013 via mobile

It feels like a rush. The line to get to the delights is lively and loud. The only complaint is that it is so crowded and energetic that you can not focus on the chocolate. The cake is moist, delicious, and decadent.

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Asheville, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Sugar and caffeine......It's a very nice place to sit and spend time with friends and loved ones, but it is almost always very crowded. I walk right past it countless times because the line is way too long. It's not the lounge's fault, unless you fault them for having good coffee(hard to find) and delicious homemade/handmade gourmet chocolates and treats.... More

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