Eclipse Chocolate

Holy Charlie and the chocolate factory! Literally made all my childhood food cravings come true. First of all, the ambiance walking in is as if you were at an adult Charlie and the chocolate factory store. Edible sprinkles and glitter everywhere! But also, when they seat you, you are greeted with the kindest servers. We had a gentleman who looks like Ryan Gosling (from the notebook) help us out and was very attentive. I ordered the Bloody Mary, didn’t end up liking it, and they switched it out without a problem. Then the food started coming… and wow. I’m glad most people in my group ordered something different because I was able to taste it all! The Sriracha fried chicken was still the best!!

Its not every day you find a restaurant that crafts its dishes so well. All of the flavors were so well done, melding together wonderful youve never had together before, that you never though youd have together. White chocolate and garlic? Somehow amazing. The eggs Benedict; amazing. The chocolate; amazing. I highly recommend, it will not disappoint. Also. Friendly service.

Used a Groupon deal to try this place out as we are never in this area. The dinner was so much food (2 mains, 2 sides, 2 desserts, 2 drinks-alcohol included)! Everything was delicious, service was great. We were so stuffed that we could only eat one of the desserts and they allowed us to take the other one to go. Our reservation was for 7pm, we had some trouble finding street parking, there is no lot. The restaurant is casual and was empty when we arrived but after about an hour, it picked up and had a steady stream of people. Would definitely recommend and will try the brunch sometime!

I had my birthday brunch here and it was really enjoyable. I loved how everything on the menu had a touch of chocolate, vanilla, or caramel. It's really unique because those flavors added depth to the dishes, not just sweetness, which was a pleasant surprise. We started with the Beet and Green Apple Salad and Cheese Platter, then followed with entrees and Drinking Chocolate (the chai is my favorite). The staff, especially Mikey, was welcoming and friendly throughout our time there. And the interior is clean and inviting. Parking can be tricky, but there's parking available on the main street, cross streets, and residential area.

I can't rave about this place enough! I've visited multiple times now and each trip has been nothing short of wonderful. The food is inventive and so incredible. It's like an adventure for your tastebuds. The chocolates are delectable and something I cherish. They have a passion for food that really shows through in every dish. But if the food isn't enough to get you in, the warm and friendly staff should be. They are welcoming and hardworking and REAL. They take care of you like a doting grandma but converse like a friend. This is my favorite place in all of San Diego and if you don't visit for dinner, brunch, or one of their creative social nights, you've missed out on one of the best things about this town.

They have a small outdoor area and a narrow (length) of a variety of items such as hot sauce, bath soap, wine, etc) that fills the front of the store. I came here 4 years ago and the same item that I got is a little different now but it's still delicious! I think they went a little too heavy handed on the sauce but the food is great and the service is super friendly. The waitress/cashier was amazing! Thank you !

I didn't dine here but we stopped in to get a box of chocolates.. very pretty place. Small but worth it. $20.00 for 9 truffles. We came in late so didn't see anyone working in the kitchen but the staff was really nice and funny.

Bought a Groupon for this restaurant forever ago, and finally got to use it. Came here with minimal expectations as I usually do with anything discounted 😁, but omg it was so worth it and then some !!! Groupon gone done it again, because you can bet I'm coming back even at full price AND bringing my loved ones ;P. So stuffed to the brim. This place seems more popular for brunch and dessert, but dinner was fantastic! We enjoyed every single bite of every dish which was a play of savory + sweet (chocolate, caramel , and/or vanilla infusions). Unexpected favorite was the beer-battered fish with caramel vanilla hollandaise , and also loved the quinoa fritters with dark chocolate sauce, and the homemade baklava with loads of caramel and vanilla semi fredo. Other items we also didn't mind gorging out on too are the white choco rhubarb atop cocoa nib brownie, goat cheese artichoke leek dip, and bacon-wrapped dates. Icing on the calorie-filled "cake" was the fun, hip, atmosphere, and amazing customer service. I would say literally everyone working there this evening tended to us and checked on us to make sure we were enjoying everything , and we sure were. Lots of great gourmet chocolates and other items to purchase to take home, too. Parking is a bit of a challenge, but doable. Just come early as you will have to circle around for street parking, but you probably won't mind as it's such a cute area to stroll around anyway:)