While Northern Virginia has had a pretty mild winter so far, it’s about to get downright cold throughout the region. As you prepare to pack on the layers, make sure you know where to get a hot beverage to keep your insides toasty warm. Here are six spots serving up delicious hot chocolate.
Caffè Amouri
Looking to warm up on a frigid winter day? Make a pit stop at Caffè Amouri. The Vienna café has three different hot chocolate options on its menu – the 16-ounce Belgian hot chocolate, 16-ounce Mexican hot chocolate mixed with powdered cinnamon and cayenne, and 12-ounce hot chocolate for kids, which comes out not too hot. 107 Church St. NE, Vienna
Cameron’s Coffee & Chocolates
Start your morning off at Cameron’s. The hot chocolate, topped with whipped cream, can be ordered in 12-ounce, 16-ounce, and 128-ounce sizes, which is perfect for your child’s early morning basketball games. You can stock up on the regular and boozy cocoa bombs for when you’re stuck inside during the next snow storm. 9639 Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax
Lily’s Chocolate & Coffee
When you order the Belgium hot chocolate at Lily’s, it’s a total experience. Watch every step of the process — from the first scoop of chocolate to the whipped cream and chocolate drizzle that tops it — as your drink is made right in front you. Once you have your drink, make sure to snap pictures in front of the Instagrammable flower wall and make your followers wish they were with you. 631 King St., Alexandra; 175 Maple Ave. E., Vienna
Mom & Pop
While you’re shopping at Mosaic, grab a hot beverage to keep you warm. Head inside and order yourself either a Barista or Seasonal Hot Chocolate. Some of the modifiers include whipped cream, vanilla syrup, and marshmallows. Both drinks also come in a large for those extra cold shopping days. 2909 District Ave., Fairfax
River-Sea Chocolates
The craft chocolate factory serves up a variety of sweet treats. The hot chocolate is made with ground chocolate from 55 percent single-origin cacao and topped with housemade vanilla whipped cream. For those that can’t make it to the shop, you can order a pack of the hot chocolate mix online. 4520 Daly Dr., Ste. 100, Chantilly
The Conche
Of course, the chocolate-themed restaurant has a tasty cup of hot cocoa. Flavors include milk chocolate, salted caramel, dark chocolate, and white chocolate. The restaurant also serves cookies and cream, salted caramel, and s’mores frozen cocoa that can be served a rim of chocolate and graham cracker that can be gluten-free. No matter if you’re in the mood for hot or cold, those 21 and older can add their favorite spirit to their seasonal drink. 1605 Village Market Blvd. SE, Ste. J108, Leesburg
Feature image courtesy The Conche
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