Leonidas Chocolate & French Cafe

1907 Central St

In 1913, Leonidas Kistakedis set up his first tea room in Ghent, Belgium, offering chocolates and pastries. That fine tradition lives on today at Leonidas Chocolate Cafe, a French cafe offering fresh Belgian chocolates, Illy coffee, French pastries, crepes, croissants, Belgian waffles, macarons, croque monsieur, and more decadent European treats.

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Upcoming Gifts from Leonidas Chocolate & French Cafe

Ice Cream Shop

Ice Cream

Enjoy two scoops of house-made ice cream in a waffle cone. *Available at all three locations*

Expires: 2026-11-15

Past Gifts from Leonidas Chocolate & French Cafe

Chocolate Shop

Chocolate

Enjoy a Ballotin 4-piece chocolate box with an assortment of your choice. *Available at all locations*

Expired: 2025-03-16

Local Independent Businesses Are Our Favorites

At LoLo, we’re head over heels for local independent businesses, and for good reason! These heroes are what make our communities truly special. Did you know that neighborhoods with thriving indie shops see home values outperform others by a whopping 50%? Supporting local means, you’re not just enjoying unique goods but boosting your property value too! Plus, these local gems create two-thirds of private-sector jobs, keeping our friends and family employed right here at home. And here’s the kicker: for every $100 spent at a local business, an extra $58 stays in our local economy. That’s more money for better schools, safer streets, and everything that makes a community remarkable. When we support local independents, we’re not just spreading delight – we’re investing in the very heart and soul of our neighborhoods.

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