Dandelion Chocolate Factory & Café – American
The intoxicating aroma of roasting cocoa beans permeates this light-filled sanctuary, where the industrial hum of bean-to-bar craftsmanship meets the cozy charm of a modern café. Guests can linger over decadent mornings featuring chocolate-swirled babka French toast or find afternoon bliss in a velvety, molten soufflé, all while sipping house-made hot chocolate that captures the pure, unadulterated essence of the cacao bean.
16th Street, San Francisco, California 90103 https://www.dandelionchocolate.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, sirtfood
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its extensive menu variety, Dandelion offers a wide range of options that guests find appealing for group outings with friends. Diners highlight the adequate service and consistent experience, noting that the diverse selection of dishes ensures there is something for everyone to enjoy. The setting is praised for being a reliable choice for a casual meal where the broad menu remains the standout feature for visitors.
Menu
- Chocolate Breakfast Granola - $10: Chocolate oat clusters, coconut, dried cherries, hazelnuts, cocoa nibs, Straus organic yogurt, seasonal fruit
- Babka French Toast - $12: Chocolate-almond babka, vanilla-orange custard, cocoa-nib streusel, chocolate maple syrup, seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol
- Overnight Oats - $10: Chia seeds, almond milk, seasonal fruit, cocoa nibs, toasted coconut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Morning Start Granola - $10: Cocoa nibs from Costa Esmeraldas, Straus organic yogurt, seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Sirtfood
- Cake & Ice Cream - $16: Six-layer lemon buttermilk cake, Ambanja Madagascar chocolate crème fraîche frosting, house-made banana ice cream
- Ice Cream Sundae - $16: Chocolate ice cream, cocoa-nib-infused ice cream, warm chocolate, candied peanuts, waffle-cone shards
- Soufflé - $16: Zorzal Comunitario Dominican Republic chocolate, Zorzal Comunitario cocoa-nib ice cream
- House Hot Chocolate Mix - $20: Classic single-origin chocolate mix
- Mission Hot Chocolate Mix - $20: Cinnamon, pasilla chili, single-origin chocolate
- House Mocha Mix - $20: Single-origin chocolate, organic coffee
- Hojicha Hot Chocolate Mix - $20: Lightly roasted green tea, single-origin chocolate
- Chai Hot Chocolate Mix - $20: 70% Camino Verde Ecuador chocolate, black tea, organic spices
- Peppermint Hot Chocolate Mix - $20: Single-origin chocolate, peppermint extract
- Gingerbread Hot Chocolate Mix - $20: Costa Esmeraldas Ecuador chocolate, festive spices
- White Tea – Aged Bai Mudan - $8: Aged white tea from Fujian Province
- Oolong – Eastern Beauty - $8: Taiwanese oolong tea
- Fujian Black Tea – Golden Monkey - $8: Black tea with notes of honey and dark chocolate
- Domaine Glinavos Paleokerisio 2021 - $10: Sparkling wine (500ml)
- Val de Mer Brut Nature Rosé NV - $13: Sparkling rosé
- Põhjala Prenzlauer Berg - $13: Sour wheat beer with raspberries
- Cerveza Rrëy Monterrëy Stout - $10: Belgian-style wheat beer with coriander and Mexican orange peel
- Chocolate Gâteau Basque - $65: Chocolate pastry crust, 70% Camino Verde Ecuador pastry cream
- Black Sesame Gâteau Basque - $65: Chocolate crust, sweet-salty black sesame filling
- Cacao-Fruit Gâteau Basque - $65: Vanilla pastry, cacao fruit
- Tokyo Gâteaux - $58: Flourless chocolate cake
- Chocolate Caramel Celebration Cake - $88: Devil’s food cake, chocolate caramel mousse, chocolate buttercream, cocoa nibs
- Single-Origin Truffle Collection - $65: 15 chocolate truffles from five cocoa origins
- Single-Origin Caramel Collection - $70: Five caramel varieties enrobed in Tumaco Colombia chocolate
- Chocolate-Dipped Fig Truffles - $40: Black Mission figs, spiced ganache, chocolate
- Mint Meltaways - $28: Mint and dark chocolate
- 70% Tumaco, Colombia Bar - $12: Cocoa beans, organic cane sugar
- 70% Semuliki Forest, Uganda Bar - $12: Cocoa beans, organic cane sugar
- 85% Maya Mountain, Belize Bar - $15: Cocoa beans, organic cane sugar
- 70% Kokoa Kamili, Tanzania Bar - $12: Cocoa beans, organic cane sugar
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandelion Chocolate Factory & Café
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Dandelion Chocolate Factory & Café has an official website at https://www.dandelionchocolate.com, though the provided data does not specify online ordering.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain a specific street address or city for Dandelion Chocolate Factory & Café.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers appreciate the extensive menu variety and consistent service, making it a reliable choice for group outings and casual meals.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual group outing with diverse menu options, decadent chocolate desserts, and various dietary-friendly treats would enjoy this café.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include chocolate-swirled babka French toast, molten soufflé, chocolate breakfast granola, and various house-made hot chocolate mixes.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- Dandelion offers an extensive menu variety with diverse options including breakfast items, desserts, and numerous specialty hot chocolate mixes.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include babka French toast, molten soufflé, chocolate breakfast granola, and various house-made hot chocolate mixes.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a moderate price level ($$) and a 3.0/5 rating, guests appreciate the extensive menu variety and consistent experience for groups.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This café is a reliable choice for casual group outings and dates, offering a light-filled setting with decadent chocolate desserts.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no specific concerns, instead highlighting the adequate service, consistent experience, and a diverse menu suitable for groups.