Jan-Michael T.
Yelp
**INITIAL REVIEW**
When it comes to the businesses located within Universal Orlando Resort's Citywalk, there are two that are "stand-outs" according to both locals and resort fans who often repeat their patronage to said resort. The first is Voodoo's Doughnuts, but the second, and probably the more amazing business is The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen.
Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen (which I will shorthand simply to Toothsome for the remainder of this review) truly stands out from the rest of the businesses in Citywalk. For starters, it is a business with its own standalone building Second, it seems to be "separate" from the rest of the businesses in Citywalk, and by thunder, what an excellent move that was. Anyone who looks upon Toothsome will most-likely think they are staring at a modern-day steampunk-styled version of Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory.
And just like stepping into Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory, Toothsome is definitely a culinary adventure from pure imagination.
Though an address is given, Toothsome's location is best described as being on the "northside of the lake" closer to the entrance to Islands of Adventure. As mentioned earlier, Toothsome definitely looks like something out of the future in a steampunk timeline.
Upon entering, you'll notice the "chocolate emporium" part of Toothsome is on your right. Flanked by steampunk decor, you'll see amazing chocolate confectionaries and sculptures all for sale. Be wary of the unique chocolate sculptures as they are priced in accordance to its fine detail, mostly three-digit prices on almost all of them. No worries though as the chocolate emporium has a fine selection of high-class display case chocolates and confectionaries to purchase. Definitely love the unique flavors they have for their macaroons.
And before other dessert places did it, this is one of the few chocolatiers and dessert parlors that featured the massive cake shakes and cake slice desserts, the ones you definitely need to share with friends or at least prove how much of a sugar hound you are if you finish it yourself.
Then there is the "Savory Feast Kitchen" part of Toothsome. They have a great selection of sandwiches, paninis, and main course meals. I definitely would suggest the "May Contain Bacon" and their gnocchi. For the former, it is a 1/4 pound beef patty with thick slabs of bacon, grilled pork belly, a "chocolate stout" sauce, all between a pretzel bun. And the gnocchi, well... I love gnocchi, but usually it is a special when they have it.
Unlike Voodoo Doughnuts in which I say they are overpriced as there are places outside of the theme park that makes what they make at a cheaper price, Toothsome, I cannot really say, as they utilize chocolate in a lot of their menu items. There are just items on the menu you don't get anywhere such as the chocolate creme brulee and the chocolate sourdough bread. All the food is an experience and yes, you will be paying more than $15 per main item, but it is worth it especially for a one-time visit. And if you are unsure what you want, be honest with your server and they'll guide you with the best experience possible with your preference in accordance to how much you are willing to spend.
Ultimately, I am going to give Toothsome the highest rating I can give but mostly because I've eaten here many times and they have proven time and time again that despite their high price, their pedigree shows they deserve to charge such and you'll get an experience of the same caliber.