H. Schwarzenbach AG on Postcard

"The traditional colonial goods store is located in the sweet corner of the picturesque Niederdorf. It first opened its doors in the year 1864 and has been run by the family Schwarzenbach up to this day. The delicious aroma of coffee, oriental spices and dried fruits seduce the visitor into the world of senses. Schwarzenbach has a huge variety of finest tea, exquisite coffee, chocolate, home-grown dried fruits, pasta, rare herbs, honey, exotic spices, pastry and much more. Take a chance and try the traditional Swiss Straumann Hüppen, crispy wafer rolls with a delicious Gianduja filling." - Plasmadesign Studio

On the Grid : Schwarzenbach

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"The Schwarzenbach storefront is split into three parts, with each section focusing on different types of dry goods, chocolate, and coffee, which staff roast in a window open to the street. One of the storefronts, with two small benches affixed to the window, sells hot chocolate; Schwarzenbach’s offering is a bit milkier than some competitors, with a solid layer of froth on top, and the outdoor seating makes a great spot for people-watching before popping back into the store to pick up a chocolate bar or some tea." - N.A. Mansour

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"Dark-Chocolate Covered Criollo Beans from an Alstadt Institution This Altstadt institution known for its specialty coffee beans, teas and spices also sells a small, but excellent selection of specialty Swiss chocolate bars, including Akesson’s and Idillio Origins, and delicious chocolate oddities like dark-chocolate covered Criollo beans and ginger sticks."

The Best of Chocolate in Zurich

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"Schwarzenbach, Kreis 1 by Plasmadesign Studio. The traditional colonial goods store is located in the sweet corner of the picturesque Niederdorf. It first opened its doors in the year 1864 and has been run by the family Schwarzenbach up to this day. The delicious aroma of coffee, oriental spices and dried fruits seduce the visitor into the world of senses. Schwarzenbach has a huge variety of finest tea, exquisite coffee, chocolate, home-grown dried fruits, pasta, rare herbs, honey, exotic spices, pastry and much more. Take a chance and try the traditional Swiss Straumann Hüppen, crispy wafer rolls with a delicious Gianduja filling."

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Kevin M

Google

Great coffee in a cool little chocolate shop. Can see the coffee beams being roasted next door in an open window. Not much of an area to drink there, but can take to go to cool spots near by. Coffee was very good and the service was very friendly.

C. Schmon

Google

This place is a gem in Zurich for lovers of nuts and coffee. They offer a wide variety of high-quality nuts and dried fruits, from sweet Turkish apricots to Chinese kumquats. Additionally, the coffee they serve is exceptional. They grind and roast it on-site, ensuring unparalleled freshness and flavor. If you're looking for the best nuts and possibly the best coffee in Zurich, you can't miss this place. Highly recommended!

Sumeet Chopra

Google

We came across the tee cafe on our walking tour of Zurich old city. After the tour we went back and enjoyed some famous hot chocolate. It is an institution to visit for chocolate lovers !!

Baris Gurcan Hakanoglu

Google

Variety of lots of coffee beans and they are freshly roasted...perfect 👍

Michael Barton

Google

Many specialty grocery stores exist, but this is your best option if you're into tea, coffee, dried fruits, or chocolates! The store is roughly divided in half. Facing the building, the right half is dedicated mostly to tea and dried goods with a few other items thrown in. The left half sells specialty chocolate bars and coffee. If you're from the states you'll find those chocolate bars and other items surprisingly cheap. It's worth browsing just to see and smell the selection of this classic shopping choice. Staff is helpful and does speak English.

Steven Seto

Google

SUBLIME. It seems silly to rank Chocolate brands in Switzerland. The country and Zurich in particular, have excellent shops on every corner it seems. I ate, drank and purchased at a lot of them. But, chose I will. I think my favorite is Schwarzenbach. The staff is super knowledgeable and super friendly. They clearly take their jobs and the brand's chocolate-making seriously. But they don't take themselves seriously. So, despite the ultra-premiumness of their product, I never felt intimidated or like I shouldn't be asking for another sample. Their bars and sub-brands/packaging are varied and sublime. Their truffles and pralines are sublime. Their chocolate covered nuts and cookies (OMG, the almond cookies) are sublime. The little individually packaged treats are sublime. I was honored to be gifted their special Anniversary chocolate. GO HERE! I did not have time to check out their teas, coffees, spices, honeys, dried fruits, etc. So I hope when you go, you'll explore and enjoy all those for me.

Mat Bienczyk

Google

Very beautiful chocolatier shop in old town Zurich, plenty of different chocolates, bars, and other sweets. Some really good stuff, but very pricey, so ultimately up to the customer whether it's worth the price to try some stuff here!

Kathryn Hatfield

Google

Stumbled upon this place during a walk through the old town, and so glad I did. Just glorious; an old-style store with beautiful displays and a wonderful selection of spices, teas, and other specialty items. Beautifully appointed store, too, with some old style furnishings and decorations. I wanted to stand and take 100 photos but tried not to get in the way :)

Kevin M

Google

Great coffee in a cool little chocolate shop. Can see the coffee beams being roasted next door in an open window. Not much of an area to drink there, but can take to go to cool spots near by. Coffee was very good and the service was very friendly.

C. Schmon

Google

This place is a gem in Zurich for lovers of nuts and coffee. They offer a wide variety of high-quality nuts and dried fruits, from sweet Turkish apricots to Chinese kumquats. Additionally, the coffee they serve is exceptional. They grind and roast it on-site, ensuring unparalleled freshness and flavor. If you're looking for the best nuts and possibly the best coffee in Zurich, you can't miss this place. Highly recommended!

Sumeet Chopra

Google

We came across the tee cafe on our walking tour of Zurich old city. After the tour we went back and enjoyed some famous hot chocolate. It is an institution to visit for chocolate lovers !!

Baris Gurcan Hakanoglu

Google

Variety of lots of coffee beans and they are freshly roasted...perfect 👍

Michael Barton

Google

Many specialty grocery stores exist, but this is your best option if you're into tea, coffee, dried fruits, or chocolates! The store is roughly divided in half. Facing the building, the right half is dedicated mostly to tea and dried goods with a few other items thrown in. The left half sells specialty chocolate bars and coffee. If you're from the states you'll find those chocolate bars and other items surprisingly cheap. It's worth browsing just to see and smell the selection of this classic shopping choice. Staff is helpful and does speak English.

Steven Seto

Google

SUBLIME. It seems silly to rank Chocolate brands in Switzerland. The country and Zurich in particular, have excellent shops on every corner it seems. I ate, drank and purchased at a lot of them. But, chose I will. I think my favorite is Schwarzenbach. The staff is super knowledgeable and super friendly. They clearly take their jobs and the brand's chocolate-making seriously. But they don't take themselves seriously. So, despite the ultra-premiumness of their product, I never felt intimidated or like I shouldn't be asking for another sample. Their bars and sub-brands/packaging are varied and sublime. Their truffles and pralines are sublime. Their chocolate covered nuts and cookies (OMG, the almond cookies) are sublime. The little individually packaged treats are sublime. I was honored to be gifted their special Anniversary chocolate. GO HERE! I did not have time to check out their teas, coffees, spices, honeys, dried fruits, etc. So I hope when you go, you'll explore and enjoy all those for me.

Mat Bienczyk

Google

Very beautiful chocolatier shop in old town Zurich, plenty of different chocolates, bars, and other sweets. Some really good stuff, but very pricey, so ultimately up to the customer whether it's worth the price to try some stuff here!

Kathryn Hatfield

Google

Stumbled upon this place during a walk through the old town, and so glad I did. Just glorious; an old-style store with beautiful displays and a wonderful selection of spices, teas, and other specialty items. Beautifully appointed store, too, with some old style furnishings and decorations. I wanted to stand and take 100 photos but tried not to get in the way :)

H. Schwarzenbach AG

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