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Le Rouge Handmade Chocolates & Cakes by Aarti
190 Main St, Westport, CT 06880, United States
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Le Rouge Handmade Chocolates & Cakes by Aarti
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Jc
Review №1

Here’s another 5 stars for you guys. That hazelnut cake was insane! It’s extremely good! I wanted to buy the 12” but they suggested 8” and it was the exactly perfect size for my friends! Thank you so much for the very delicious dark chocolate hazelnut cake. I would definitely buy from you guys again!This is really moist and melts in your mouth type of cake. Price is also excellent! I can’t praise this cake enough to do even a bit justice.

Li
Review №2

Aside from serving the most delicious and elegant chocolates, Aarti is an incredible human being! My husband and I wanted something special for his dad’s 99th birthday, and we live out of town. Aarti put together a gorgeous display, including a little birthday cake - and hand-delivered to his house the same day! To have an excellent product (yummy chocolate!) combined with extraordinary service is rare. Le Rouge Chocolates is - hands down- the best place!!

Da
Review №3

A most delightful shop. The owner was kind and didnt mind patiently explaining what the different flavors were. And what flavors! Some favorites we got to sample included rose, saffron pistachio, masala chai, and one of my favorites, guava chile. More traditional french flavors are also available. The owner was incredibly generous in letting us taste a few items before buying. Im pleased that they ship, as these chocolates will make lovely gifts for far away friends. Im looking forward to future visits and would recommend to anyone who has discerning taste.

Jo
Review №4

Gosh I love this place! Hands down the best chocolate I have ever had. Aarti was so incredibly sweet and helpful. Thank you!!

Le
Review №5

Ready for Christmas! Many handcrafted and personalized chocolate creations to choose from and order. Cant wait to dig into the husbands birthday cake!

Ja
Review №6

Great Customer Service and Awesome tasting treats!! For Mothers Day, I was even able to mail my Mother and Mother-in-law some of the treats to Florida and they arrived in good condition and they loved them!

Sv
Review №7

Long way on the road - short to the heart!Coming from Switzerland we were looking to have a coffee on the way from Boston to New York City. We ended up in a small place with the plan to spend 5 min and some dollars for chocolate and coffee. Well, nice plan... after way more than one hour we left the place with a smile, with a great memory and a friend more... hopefully to meet one day again.

An
Review №8

Aarti is exceptional. She had assisted our family previously by designing a wonderful gender reveal cake for our newest grandson. For this occasion, Aarti tailored a beautiful (and delicious!) ganache cake for the marriage of our son. Aarti is personal, engaging, and detail oriented. From start to finish, she wanted to ensure that everyone loved the final product. She takes great care in crafting the perfect creation for each occasion and we will continue to sing her praises (and enlist her help!) with any celebration in the future.

Do
Review №9

Le Rouge is just an amazing place . Today is my wife’s birthday and I wanted to get her a special cake for her birthday especially during all that we are going through with the pandemic. Aarti is just an amazing chocolatier she was actually closed when we connected and insisted on coming in to make my wife’s cakes and truffles for her birthday. I told she did not have to do that and not to worry, but like I mentioned she insisted on coming In and made her an amazing chocolate ganache cake that was out of this world and the truffles we just as great. We have traveled all over the world and I can definitely tell you we have a slice of one of the finest chocolatier’s right here in our backyard. Thank you again Aarti for being who you are and sharing your talents with us on my wife’s special day. We will be long time customers without a doubt.

Ca
Review №10

Aarti goes above and beyond to make each of her chocolate creations unbelievably delicious and tailored to you. Her flavors are unique, her packaging is superb - the quality of her service and products are exceptional. Aarti has worked with my family many times to create the most breathtaking custom treats, her dedication to her craft and her customer service is truly unmatched. Her chocolates are decadent and delicious and the experience of working with her is truly amazing. Since finding out about Le Rouge, their chocolates and cakes are my go-to to treat to celebrate any and every occasion!

Fr
Review №11

My wife and I absolutely LOVE this place. Aarti is a wonderful culinary artist and a wonderful person. This place is an absolute gem. The best chocolatier in Connecticut

Li
Review №12

The owner was so helpful and made great recommendations. She also let me know what would last and what I should purchase closer to Christmas. While I was there, she also gave me serveral delicious samples! I am very excited to have found this hidden gem.

K
Review №13

This is the best chocolate Ive ever had. The customer service is excellent. I will be coming an hour for this chocolate again! You gotta try this place

Je
Review №14

This is one of the best baker around. Always check how many people shopping. Because the line is always long.

St
Review №15

Best chocolate in CT and excellent service. Great assortment and she’s convinced me that fruit chocolate can taste good - mango is my favorite and she also does it w/ caramel which is amazing. Difficult to find this quality of chocolate and so grateful to have Aarti as a local business

Sh
Review №16

I was looking for a place that would deliver something exquisite to my Aunt on her Birthday. I chose a marvelous looking cake on line. The person who took my call even helped me maneuver through the website and choose just the right thing. I was assured the delivery person would wear a mask and take every precaution to protecty aunt. She even wrote back and told me how happy Auntie was with her cake. Kudos to Left Rouge! I live in Alabama, ordered a cake, and it was delivered within a couple of hours in Connecticut. Great job!

Ga
Review №17

Le Rouge is amazing! The chocolates are delicious and hand made, using what tastes like only the most amazing ingredients. We love the boozy truffles (Guinness or whisky!), Green Tea Honey chocolates are to die for, and the special occasion cakes are scrumptious. Also my daughter loves the macaroons!

Ja
Review №18

Look no further. This should be your “go to” place for everything chocolate and everything decadent and beautiful! I live in Charleston, SC and my order arrived in perfect condition. The attention to detail with shipping was remarkable. Bravo Le Rouge...thanks for making us smile! ❤️

Mi
Review №19

Aarti was amazing start to finish. We enlisted her help for a baby reveal cake and she worked tirelessly with us to ensure that our expectations were met (from inception to delivery and throughout the process). Needless to say, the ganache cake was Absolutely delicious. Great experience, start to finish. Thank you, Aarti!

Sh
Review №20

Having experienced Le Rouge in person during our visit to the US last summer, I must say that these chocolates by Aarti are some of the most exquisite mouthwatering goodies Ive ever tasted! Theyve set a new benchmark for my palate, which no other branded or handmade chocolate has so far come anywhere near matching! Keenly waiting to pamper my tastebuds again once after travel is opened up!Best wishes Le Rouge a la Aarti!

Ro
Review №21

I ordered my first “cake” from Le Rouge for Father’s Day and several June birthdays. It was amazing. Everyone was raving about it. Truly delicious. I typically also shy away from rich chocolate, but it was light and fabulous. I will definitely order again and suggest to others.

An
Review №22

Wonderful chocolate place located in Westport, CT. Look no further than Le Rouge. It has a wide variety of handmade chocolates. The chocolates are to die for. This was by far the best chocolate that I have had, hands down. Perfect for gifts, parties, or just binge eating. I would give this place more than 5 stars. Above and beyond customer service as well. Fast and efficient shipping. Kind and caring staff.

Ha
Review №23

I love this little shop. It is small but cozy. Their hot chocolate drinks are my favorite. They offer a lot of unique flavors like white chocolate raspberry and pistachio. Their chocolates are amazing as well! The service was great, they answered all our questions about the different chocolates and helped us decide what drinks paired well with them. Give this place a shot!

ma
Review №24

Aarti is fabulous. I ordered from out of state for a loved ones special occasion that lives locally. Aarti’s love and passion for her art is clear. She was incredibly patient as I asked many questions and had difficulty making a decision! She explained the process, recommended flavor and decor combinations. In the future I cannot wait to visit And support her shop in person!

lu
Review №25

I recently had the pleasure of ordering a celebratory cake from Le Rouge Chocolates in Westport. In addition to being responsive and accommodating, the owner Aarti is a true pleasure to work with. The finished product was both delicious and beautiful. As an added bonus Aarti kindly upgraded the order on a complimentary basis. I can’t wait to shop there again.

Pe
Review №26

I love this chocolate shop! Aarti is so helpful and kind. She offers curbside pick up and will help with your online order. The star cake is delicious!

Ly
Review №27

Exquisite chocolates that taste even better than they look. The flavors are so unique - mango/chili, matcha green tea and many more. The quality of the chocolate is beyond compare. Walking in to the shop is a delight for all your senses. The owner is a talented and gracious chocolatier. Perfect place to discover amazing gifts or when you want to treat yourself to something truly original and special!

Ma
Review №28

Yummiest truffles that i have ever had. You get to try something new and amazing every time you visit. An awesome welcoming host, great variety and lots of love filled in each truffle. I love paan & bourbon truffles the most. A hundred ✨ to the best chocolatier I know!

sh
Review №29

Welcoming and beautifully designed atmosphere. Aarti is a talented and charismatic beautiful lady.Her desserts are amazing and delicious . We will be returning soon ❤️.

Ma
Review №30

Ordered a cake to be delivered for a birthday celebration! I appreciated the constant contact and pictures sent to me. Thank you! Will make sure to use your services again!

st
Review №31

If you are within 100 miles of Westport CT you should stop by this chocolate shop - it’s a must !

To
Review №32

Aarti is very friendly and insisted that we both sample chocolates before buying. The chocolates are delicious works of are, and we will certainly he back.

Di
Review №33

Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic!!Our son got engaged last week and we were looking for the perfect gift (we couldn’t get to his in-laws to be due to COVID). After some internet searching, we came across Le Rouge and aarti. She was incredibly helpful on the phone and we ordered some chocolates and a special portrait of the couple in chocolate. It was spectacular. Aarti delivered the ordered products to the in-laws and the portrait looked great and the chocolates tasted great. Very reasonable price too. Thanks for everything.

Jo
Review №34

One of my favorite spots in town, amazing chocolates and even better service!

Au
Review №35

The staff are inviting and wonderful to talk to. The chocolate...is INCREDIBLE! This is the high quality chocolate variety that you rarely encounter in the states. The shop is cozy and very unique

Кс
Review №36

Really Delicious chocolate cakes and sweets! Very patient and professional people work here, who are always ready to help you with your choice ☺️

Ry
Review №37

High quality customer care and products. I highly recommend Aartis services to any chocolate lovers out there.

La
Review №38

Great little gem of a place! Met the owner & her lovely daughter! They took fantastic care of me. They even create a special mouse tart for me right there and then! While I waited I sampled a pink champagne truffle that was decadent! Looking forward to doing more celebrating with them!

Ni
Review №39

This place is amazing. They are so generous, hospitable, and exceed expectations in terms of chocolate quality. To not pay them at least one visit to try out their chocolates would be foolish.- to the owner: Im the 16 year old that you said would not end up leaving a review. Well, I did. It took me a couple days, but I did.

MM
Review №40

If you love truly gourmet chocolate, this is the place to go. The handmade chocolates are delicious, and Aarti is an elegant, kind, and gracious proprietor. The packaging is extra special, too, just like the contents and Aarti!

Jo
Review №41

Wow! I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Aarti! I needed help in creating a special thank you gift for a friend. I called and spoke with Aarti, explained that I was in meetings for work but could be reached by text and that I needed something special for tomorrow. Aarti worked with me to come up with great suggestions. Once we agreed on the list of goodies, she created a delicious cake, truffles and mendiants; packaged them in beautiful holiday boxes; and delivered them to my friends house in Westport the same day we first connected.My friend was blown away by the presentation and by how delicious everything is! I was blown away by working with Aarti -- she was kind, creative, accommodating, reasonably priced and wonderful to deal with!I will definitely be buying goodies from Aarti in the future! And I highly recommend her to others.Happy holidays!

Al
Review №42

I was looking for a special cake for some close friends who were celebrating their 80th birthdays and I came upon Le Rouge Handmade Chocolates & Cakes by Aarti in Westport, CT. Under a long list of products, I found Limited Edition Showpieces and I was stunned by the artistry of the selections. They were literally works of art in chocolate. I called Aarti and she helped me to select two pieces, a Limited Edition Chocolate Diya and a 2015 Limited Edition Chocolate Rangoli. My friends are from India, so I thought that these designs, which one sees at the Diwali Festival in India, would be a special gift that would remind them of their homeland. Aarti suggested the addition of some special truffles, which included some exotic flavors such as chili masala and cayenne. Also included were silver, gold and bronze dusted truffles. Aarti very kindly offered to arrange the chocolates in the finished design so that this would not have to be done after delivery. And she very generously added some extra truffles. Needless to say, these works of chocolate art were the highlight of the birthday celebration. People literally gasped when the boxes were opened. No one had ever seen anything like it and the designs looked like something one might see at an art exhibition. The attached photos show what my friends saw when they opened the boxes. The Diya and Rangoli designs are exquisite.The truffles look luscious. In looking for a special product to honor my treasured friends, I could not have found a better place than Le Rouge.

Ma
Review №43

Absolutely gorgeous chocolates and delicious as well! Customer service was superb. They were super helpful and patient as they pieced together a large custom order for me. Ill definitely be back.

Ch
Review №44

The chocolate is truly heavenly and the owner fabulous. We are lucky to have her in our community.

Y
Review №45

The staff wasnt wearing gloves and yet was using her hands to grab macarones (and then using those same hands to handle cash and the phone). I wouldnt find that acceptable at the best of times, let alone in the middle of a pandemic. I wont be going there again.

Al
Review №46

Aarti, herself, is a gem of a chocolatier and “Aartisan”. She responds to chocolate “emergencies” like a true first responder. I have called her emergency line for chocolates and she delivered them beautifully presented and ready to gift.These chocolates are my favorites hands down. Whether the hand rolled truffles (love the champagne and bourbon flavor) or the handcrafted and hand painted chocolates (try green tea or mango), you can’t go wrong.Her chocolate cakes are a decadent treat not to be missed. Contactless curbside too!

Je
Review №47

Best artisan chocolates ever! Cakes are fantastic too! Highly recommend Le Rouge!

Ap
Review №48

I am from out of town and was in search of a last-minute cake - last minute because I did not think ahead. Little did I know my quest would result in a lovely conversation with Artie, this shop’s owner, as she finished preparing an amazing chocolate hazelnut ganache cake with swirls of chocolate and a festive 50 and Fabulous message on the cake board to commemorate the weekend I was having with my college girlfriend to celebrate our 50th birthdays. Artie and her staff were so friendly and professional and did not flinch when I burst in searching, pleading for a cake. The cake was amazing, the shop is lovely, and you cannot go wrong by choosing it when you next want something for the sweet tooth.

Mi
Review №49

The chocolate here is amazing. The staff are super helpful. I was unable to make it to the shop before the 5:00 closing time and the staff stayed an extra 10-20 minutes so that i could come make my purchase. Amazing chocolate, amazing staff & amazing service. I highly recommend this shop.

Hu
Review №50

Dark chocolate ganache cake was amazing!!!

ne
Review №51

One of the best chocolates we’ve had. Yummy flavors.

Mi
Review №52

Excellent service and quality of chocolate

Ir
Review №53

When you are turning 50 you dont want just a cake! You want a masterpiece, a statement, a swan song of all cakes, a dazzling indulgence that celebrates love, life, and chocolate (and grand marnier) . Thank you so much Aarti. We had a beautiful weekend and your cake was an amazing dot over the i. Much love and see you soon for more chocolate. (Irina)

BE
Review №54

Great chocolate

Wi
Review №55

Drove up from Greenwich to pick up some chocolate treats for a friends 101 st birthday. They were so very helpful and thoughtful.Can not wait to go back.

Se
Review №56

Came here for a chocolate class with a team from work. Class was a ton of fun, you get to learn cooking tips/science behind working with chocolate. Aarti was a great host.Oh, and you get to eat a ton of chocolate. And its delicious. Highly recommend.

An
Review №57

So happy we found this very special chocolatier place! Aarti is lovely and her delicious truffles and delicacies are to die for. While its so hard to pick a favorite, mine was the Cayenne Pepper truffle, amazing! We will be back in no time.

Ni
Review №58

Incredible customer service. Location is quaint and chocolates are very nicely done. Macaroons were also very fresh. A lovely discovery tucked away in Westport

An
Review №59

Had an amazing experience there. The owner was very nice and welcoming. Recommend trying the hot chocolate!

Ju
Review №60

Amazing hot chocolate!! Extremely delicious that I had to have it more than once. Thanks to the owner for the great trip and life advices. 😊

Mi
Review №61

Delicious chocolates and beautifully crafted. Work of art

Ka
Review №62

Very helpful, friendly service. The Apple Cinnamon cake was delicious! So nice to have so many gluten free choices.

De
Review №63

Aarti is a great chocolatier. Her handmade chocolates are simply delicious and great for gifts or special occasions. She was extremely nice from the moment I walked in with my girlfriend and even gave us free samples!

Je
Review №64

What a wonderful shop!! We loved all our chocolates. Aarti is so kind and personable which made for a joyful experience! Highly recommend the bourbon truffles and green tea honey chocolates!

Ma
Review №65

This is by far the best REAL chocolates I have had in years. Be warned !!!!! They are most definitely addictive .....

Il
Review №66

Delicious! Le Rouge created a one of a kind birthday cake for my mom that was as beautiful as it was delicious. Even the restaurant staff was taking pictures of this work of art! Both the customer service and the chocolates are top notch.

Du
Review №67

Totally by accident, I found an interesting chocolate shop in the middle of Westport CT. I met the owner Aarti, a passionate retail and wholesale chocolatier who is doing interesting things with chocolate. This store is all about the high end chocolate and her unique international flavors. Not particularly inexpensive, but its clear from the product that its definitely worth the price. Highly recommended to all chocoholics!

To
Review №68

Great handmade chocolate, in very interesting, delicious flavors. Saffron pistachio truffle was amazing. Owner was extremely nice, will be back!

An
Review №69

For the true artisanalChocolate lover. This is what chocolate is all about. Some of the most amazingly tasteful and artifully put together sweets. Aarti is great to talk too and learn more about chocolate and her journey. Can’t wait until next year’s trip to CT so that I can come back to Le Rouge

Pa
Review №70

Owner was very nice. Hot chocolate flavored to die for. All our deserts were awesome and very lite on your palleteGreat place, will be back

M
Review №71

Delightful, one of a kind chocolates that taste luxurious!

Da
Review №72

You should check this place out! Wonderful handmade chocolates with unique flavor combinations. Great product and a very friendly owner make for a top notch store!

Sa
Review №73

This place changed my world! Ive never seen someone take all the Indian sweets flavors I grew up with- make them better- then add them to truffles and cakes!!! What a find.

Ka
Review №74

Amazing and delicious dark chocolate selection. And wonderful helpful staff

Cr
Review №75

This place is fabulous. Im gluten and lactose intolerant and Le Rouge had so many things I could have! Super excited about this find. Will definitely be back!

ji
Review №76

Great costumer service. Chocolates are delicious and nicely done!

Da
Review №77

So excited to have walked in the door for the first time today. Excellent chocolate and wonderful care and service. Im about to become a regular.

Li
Review №78

Great service! I ordered a cake from Germany and everything went perfect. Delicious!

El
Review №79

Delicious and amazingly beautiful and creative chocolates!

Ja
Review №80

Incredible chocolates - expect to pay a premium for fantastic quality handmade delicacies

An
Review №81

Outstanding chocolate! I went once and dreamed about the chocolate for days afterwards. Aarti and her staff were as sweet as the chocolate. There is artistry in every yummy piece!

St
Review №82

I thought it was funny that my wife and daughters, as well as my PA, found this chocolatier in Westport for my b-day present. I now have two boxes of chocolates from Le Rouge. They are excellent and apparently the customer service is equally good. SO in the end, I would highly recommend this chocolatier since my closest friends happened upon this place for my b-day....

Ai
Review №83

We dropped in here, just to get a coffee & some chocolates. Its a petite boutique, were the owner Aarti, is a sweetheart. She not only made the best coffee, but my kids loved her chocolates and my boy appreciated the hot chocolate 👌 tons. She charmed her way in our hearts. Gave us great shopping tips. Thanks a lot. Bahot bahot shukria🙏 Phir milenge.😘 Btw very proud to see a fellow Indian, doing so great and so talented. 😍

Al
Review №84

Wonderful chocolate and service. She also has tasty Vegan options!

Re
Review №85

Not only chocolates. (which are fabulous)..just had a delicious crepe. Come in for a lovely lunch.

Jo
Review №86

Highly recommend you visit La Rouge. Truly delicious chocolate and excellent service.

Mu
Review №87

Extremely nice and friendly service and staff along with amazing tasting food

An
Review №88

Everything was delicious! The hot chocolate was so rich and the crepes were fresh.

Jo
Review №89

Amazing chocolate and ever nicest owner!

De
Review №90

Different and so very delicious! My kids are loving their Valentines Day chocolates, thank you Aarti!!

Ja
Review №91

Authentic and delicious. Nice chocolatier!💕

st
Review №92

This is the place for handmade chocolate truffles, cakes and quality confection.

Do
Review №93

Do you like handmade artisanal chocolates that are unusual? Do you love hot chocolate, milk shakes and gorgeous cakes? Do you crave a crepe now and then? Then head over to Le Rouge in Westport!I was so happy when I found out that Westport was going to have its very own artisanal chocolate shop. I ran over there before it even opened and was greeted by the owner, Aarti. Aarti clearly loves what she does and it shows in her beautiful chocolates. She uses only the finest ingredients and is happy to tell you where some of her exotic combinations come from. Oh, and she has tons of gluten free options that are incredibly delicious!Her cakes are visual works of art and are a delight on the palette. I stop in periodically to pick up gifts for family, friends, colleagues and clients and am immediately greeted with a warm hello, hug and do you want to try this?. The recipients of these gifts are always excited to receive them and look forward to the polka dot box.If you havent been in yet, try it, youll be happy you did!

Pr
Review №94

Amazing chocolate boutique. There is uniqueness in every piece of chocolate.

Ka
Review №95

Terrific chocolates and fantastic service.

An
Review №96

Best chocolate Ive had in a while! Unique flavors, adorable location, and amazing quality

Ma
Review №97

Delicious chocolate and the owners are super nice!!

Ch
Review №98

Delicious chocolate and friendly staff.

Ja
Review №99

They have the best chocolate in Fairfield county. I keep going back for more

Pa
Review №100

Great chocalates

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  • Address:190 Main St, Westport, CT 06880, United States
  • Site:http://lerougebyaarti.com/
  • Phone:+1 203-293-6106
Categories
  • Chocolate shop
  • Cafe
  • Cake shop
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:11AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–5PM
  • Thursday:11AM–5PM
  • Friday:11AM–5PM
  • Saturday:11AM–5PM
  • Sunday:11AM–5PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
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