Kentucky · 2026 list
4 Best Gourmet Chocolate Shops in Kentucky (2026 List)
Out of 4 gourmet chocolate shops we track in Kentucky, these 4 have the strongest weighted Google ratings right now, led by Muth's Candies in Louisville at 4.8. The picks span Louisville, Covington and Simpsonville.
Want the full list instead of the top 4? See all 39 chocolate shops in Kentucky, ranked and filterable by city.
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At a glance
| # | Shop | City | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muth's Candies | Louisville | 4.8 | 389 |
| 2 | Maverick Chocolate Company | Covington | 5.0 | 13 |
| 3 | Ghirardelli Chocolate Outlet & Ice Cream Shop | Simpsonville | 4.3 | 281 |
| 4 | The Fudgery | Louisville | 3.7 | 155 |
The list
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Muth's Candies leads the list with a 4.8 average from 389 reviews on Google. Google describes it as: "Traditional candy shop filled with artisan goods, including bourbon balls & Louisville modjeskas." Its Google category points to candy and gifts. 88% of its Google reviews are five stars. It is closed Mondays and Sundays.
- Phone
- +1 502-585-2952
- Website
- muthscandy.com
- Hours
- Mon ClosedTue to Fri 8:30 AM to 4 PMSat 10 AM to 4 PMSun Closed
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Close behind is Maverick Chocolate Company with a 5.0 average from 13 reviews on Google. Its Google category points to artisan and ice cream. It is closed Mondays and Sundays and stays open until 8 PM on Thursdays.
- Phone
- +1 859-261-2700
- Website
- maverickchocolate.com
- Hours
- Mon ClosedTue to Wed 12 to 6 PMThu to Sat 12 to 8 PMSun Closed
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At number 3 is Ghirardelli Chocolate Outlet & Ice Cream Shop with a 4.3 average from 281 reviews on Google. Google describes it as: "Iconic chocolatier selling chocolate gifts galore, including chocolate squares, bars & baskets." Its Google category points to artisan and ice cream. 63% of its Google reviews are five stars. It is open seven days a week and stays open until 8 PM on Fridays.
- Phone
- +1 502-722-5279
- Website
- ghirardelli.com
- Hours
- Mon to Thu 11 AM to 7 PMFri to Sat 10 AM to 8 PMSun 11 AM to 7 PM
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Next up is The Fudgery with a 3.7 average from 155 reviews on Google. Google describes it as: "Retailer offering housemade fudge, plus pralines, caramel apples & other sweet treats." Its Google category points to truffles, fudge and candy. 54% of its Google reviews are five stars. It is open seven days a week and stays open until 9 PM on Fridays.
- Phone
- +1 502-409-7484
- Website
- fudgeryfudge.com
- Hours
- Mon to Thu 12 to 8 PMFri to Sat 11 AM to 9 PMSun 12 to 8 PM
How we picked these
Every shop here comes from public Google business data, and qualifies because Google tags them as chocolate artisans, they sell truffles or bonbons, or their Google description calls their chocolate handmade, small-batch, artisan or gourmet.
We rank by weighted rating so a handful of five-star reviews cannot outrank years of consistent ones. Hours and phone numbers come straight from each listing, and anything missing is marked as missing.
Questions
What is the best gourmet chocolate shop in Kentucky?
Muth's Candies in Louisville tops this list with a 4.8 average from 389 Google reviews.
How was this list ranked?
By a weighted Google rating: each shop's average is pulled toward the overall average until it has enough reviews to stand on its own.
A shop qualifies when Google tags them as chocolate artisans, they sell truffles or bonbons, or their Google description calls their chocolate handmade, small-batch, artisan or gourmet. No business pays to appear.
Where can I see every gourmet chocolate shop in Kentucky?
The Kentucky chocolate shop directory lists all 39 shops we track there, with filters, a city breakdown and an open-now toggle.