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Cacao Boys

Bala, Muskoka, Ontario

Artisanal chocolate, handcrafted in Bala.

Hand-painted bonbons, confections, and gift boxes made onsite in Bala with premium French and Belgian chocolate, for cottage weekends, local gifts, and celebrations.

A Cacao Boys box of six hand-painted bonbonsA twenty four piece box of hand-painted Cacao Boys bonbons in every colourTrays of chocolate truffles finished with a drizzleA chocolate board of bonbons, clusters, and pretzelsChocolate caramel caps finished with flaked sea saltBlueberry Cheesecake (White)Coconut Lime (White) (G)Salted Caramel - Dark ChocolateRows of milk chocolate covered pretzelsThe Cacao Boys chocolate shop building in Bala, OntarioA red canoe planted with flowers and lettered BALASunset over a Muskoka lake seen from a boatThe two founders of Cacao Boys holding the shop logo sign

Loved across Muskoka

4.9 134 Google reviews Read them all
  • Lovely little shop with many treats. As I was trying to decide the staff (who may have been one of the owners) helped me to choose. I settled on an ice cream sandwich. Both the ice cream and cookie are made in-house. It was a great salty sweet treat! Definitely worth the cost!

    Ka C.5 months ago
  • OMG! The dark chocolate turtles are the best I have ever tasted, they should come with an addiction warning! Wish you had a store in the city. So worth the drive!

    Anishaa year ago
  • These guys have taken chocolate up to a whole new standard. Bet you can't just eat one!! Delicious, real chocolate. Thanks guys.

    Terry T.3 years ago
  • You must absolutely try these amazing products. Loved the bon bons, chocolate covered licorice, sponge toffee bark and hot chocolate. Stop by if you want to treat yourself. A great gift idea. They have so many products. Staff super helpful and friendly. A beautiful spot! Would highly recommend.

    Shelley M.2 months ago
  • We had our first visit at this gem in bala yesterday, the chocolates are amazing!!!!! They are so beautiful they look like art. I brought my kids in to get a little bon bon as well, great friendly service, thanks for my newest chocolate addiction!!

    Bryanna C.3 years ago
  • Everything I've tried is fantastic and beautiful! Recently tried the frozen hot chocolate and it's my favourite now!

    Taylor R.3 weeks ago
  • Phenomenal chocolate, friendly staff and great location. Well worth the visit; this store is becoming a destination.

    Zaheer I.11 months ago
  • A fantastic find! Very friendly service and incredibly delicious chocolates. Unfortunately, I couldn't take any with me due to the heat, but the coffee was delicious.

    Katrin D.3 weeks ago
  • Decadent chocolate experience that can only be found at CACAO BOYS.

    Leonides P.a year ago
  • A nice and clean place, good quality chocolate & pleasant owners.

    Kaival P.2 years ago
  • Great place in Bala. Surprisingly a lot of varieties of hand made chocolate in small town. High quality, amazing taste.

    Svetlana R.a week ago
  • Incredibly beautiful and delicious chocolate! Each chocolate looks like a piece of art.

    Corrina C.a year ago
  • Best Chocolate I've Ever had in my life! The chocolate that I tried was rich in flavours. I also loved the chocolates exterior with so many bright abstract colours. Salted caramel truffle was a great balance of buttery caramel and intense dark chocolate. Nice contrast of textures as well!

    Nick R.3 years ago
  • Absolutely divine treats that are sure to make your day. The chocolate quality really makes the difference. The bonbons are so beautiful, you almost don't want to eat them, but once you have one you'll be hooked. The salted caramel turtles and dipped twizzlers are also a must try.

    Kasie K.3 years ago
  • Best chocolatier! Great service and the best tasting chocolate! You can't go wrong with any choice here!

    Denise E.2 years ago
  • Very nice spot in bala. A beautiful building with delicious chocolates

    Jess3 years ago
  • Nice and clean place for Chocolate lovers. Easy parking. Good variety. We bought for 40 dollars different things and after the first bits we are not disappointed.

    Stefan E.2 years ago
  • Amazing! The ingredients are so rich and you can taste them individually! Belgian hot chocolate drink is so good!

    Aswin R.a year ago
  • Amazing chocolate and mango ice cream bars! Pretty little place with super nice staff and great patio.

    Jillian S.a year ago
  • Such a beautiful shop. You can tell that the owners put their heart and souls into it! They are super knowledgable and friendly. You will find the perfect gifts for loved ones with a sweet tooth. Support local!

    Nichole P.8 months ago
  • Stopped in for a drink and some delicious chocolate snacks. Lots of selection and delicious.

    Tyler O.a year ago
  • Great place for a coffee. Large porch to sit and enjoy an Americano.

    Sandra B.2 years ago
  • Always a treat going there. Highly recommend making it a habit.

    Christopher W.a year ago
  • High quality sweet treat. Everything here is good. The most friendly service.

    Dave R.a year ago
  • Awesome chocolates. The best handmade ones I've ever tasted. Super friendly staff. Highly recommended

    TJ9 months ago
  • It's true, the Caramel and Pecan Milk Chocolate bar is exquisite! It deserves to be eaten in a peaceful place in nature while sipping on a coffee, or some Prosecco. It's delicious, just like everything else at the Cacao Boys.

    Marnie L.a year ago
  • Best place to get chocolate when up in Bala up in the Muskokas

    Bob G.2 years ago
  • Fantastic chocolates and a beautiful building. A great reason to stop in Bala if you are driving through Muskoka.

    Matthew F.3 years ago
  • Happened upon this place yesterday driving from Parry Sound to Orillia. Needed chocolate for my MIL. I also wanted sponge toffee with milk chocolate covering. They put some in the fridge for me so it would be ready faster. Biggest regret, not buying more.

    Monica S.a year ago
  • Super delicious, high-quality chocolate! Definitely a must-stop if you're in Bala!

    Jon J.2 years ago
  • Beautiful artisanal chocolates! The coffee is very good quality.

    Catherine M.11 months ago
  • Delicious and beautifully decorated chocolates and the Hot Chocolate Mocha with freshly melted Belgium chocolate pieces is Amazing! Definitely a MUST SEE place and so worth the drive to Bala.

    Amy O.10 months ago
  • Best chocolate truffles I've had (and almost too beautiful to eat). So impressed with the amount of flavour packed in. We tried the cranberry, hazelnut, peanut butter & salted caramel. The chocolate itself is unbelievably good, you can tell it's excellent quality. Can't wait to go back when we're back in Bala.

    Maggie E.3 years ago
  • Exceptional chocolate! Almost too beautiful to eat. So worth it.

    Elizabeth M.2 years ago
  • Love it!! Wanted to get them all. The cappuccino was great. Will be back for sure.

    Dayanna A.a year ago
  • Excellent coffee and chocolate. A nice spot to get a coffee with a friend. The brownies are soft and delicious.

    Cheryl S.10 months ago
  • Dropped in on a rainy Saturday for the BEST oatmeal chocolate chip cookie and latte. The service was friendly, the lattes were excellent and honestly, the best latte I've had in ages. Perfect stop any time you're in the area. Def check out this new hidden gem!

    Sandy K.2 years ago
  • Excellent coffee with a choice of medium or dark roast. Chocolate chip cookie was delicious.

    Kathy P.a year ago
  • Amazing hospitality and Best hot chocolate ever! A must try!

    Tien L.4 months ago
  • This place is a must see, must try. It's unique, it's awesome.

    Darryl M.3 years ago
  • Their Belgian mocha was delicious! Not too sweet and a good amount of rich chocolate

    Manasi J.2 years ago
  • Such amazing artisans at Cacao Boys! I'm always impressed with the delectable treats, and the staff are so welcoming!

    Jennifer E.8 months ago
  • I've been coming here for three years in a row and it gets better every time! Getting a maple latte and chocolate chip cookie has become a Muskoka family tradition. One of the best businesses around!!

    Alex B.a week ago
  • Best chocolatier in Canada. I miss their maple bonbons. Can't wait to try again next year.

    Jinny H.7 months ago
  • We stopped in yesterday and ordered a chocolate chip cookie and a brownie to bring home...they didn't make it out of the parking lot, we gobbled them up in our vehicle! Sooo delicious! A lovely store with beautiful chocolates. Very friendly staff. We will most definitely be back.

    B M.2 years ago
  • Stopped here again and again, I felt so welcomed! Exceptional quality and great selection. Next year I won't miss out on their Advent Calendar! Note that they now offer Canada wide shipping!

    Mich S.2 years ago
  • Beautiful top quality chocolates! Stunning packaging. Chocolate covered oreos were a huge hit! Thank you so much! Owners are fantastic too! Mixed box of bon bons, I can't even choose a favorite! Coconut lime? Raspberry dark chocolate?

    Alyssa P.2 years ago
  • Amazing place for the chocolates and I have tried their frozen hot chocolate; good option for a hot day

    Satthi R.11 months ago
  • Beautiful store and the owners were very friendly! Chocolate is AMAZING!

    Samantha R.3 years ago
  • The best brownie and cookie I have ever had entire life, I can't even explain how good they were. Lady at the cash was so friendly as well!

    Skylar M.a year ago
  • Can't say enough good things about this place. The chocolates are just so good. It's made even better since you can tell how much they love what they do.

    Murray M.2 years ago
  • A wide variety of different bonbon flavours, which exceeded expectation. The snacks covered in chocolate like the milk chocolate covered sour keys were excellent. Service was excellent as well. Staff were very accommodating and kind. Would recommend a visit if you are in the area.

    Sam11 months ago
  • It was worth the experience, great service, very friendly and will definitely go again, Thanks Cacao Boys!

    Deen M.2 years ago
  • So many flavors, great chocolate and service. Great selection and reasonably priced.

    Crystal Z.a year ago
  • The best chocolate I've ever had! The strawberry chocolate bars are absolutely amazing, I've never had chocolate that tasted so authentically like strawberries before! All of their flavours are super unique too. Highly recommended!

    Sydni H.2 years ago
  • This chocolate shop is amazing and ran by the friendliest people! We love trying all the flavours and the chocolate dipped twizzlers has quickly become a staple when we stop in. The hot coco is a must try too!

    Brittny B.3 years ago

Made for delight

Chocolate crafted in Muskoka. Made for gifting. Pure joy.

A ribboned Cacao Boys seasonal gift box of assorted bonbons

Seasonal gifting

A gift box for every season

Rotate colours, flavours, ribbons, and occasions while keeping one unmistakably Cacao Boys experience all year.

Shop seasonal
A Cacao Boys build-your-own chocolate box

Make it yours

Build your own box

Choose the bonbons that fit the person, moment, and appetite, then turn the assortment into a gift worth opening slowly.

Start your box
A Cacao Boys chocolatier holding a box of hand-painted bonbons in the Bala shop

Crafted onsite

The art is in every finish.

Cacao Boys is a Muskoka chocolate company crafting colourful bonbons, confections, and gifts onsite in the heart of Bala, Ontario. The story is the craft: careful tempering, imaginative flavour, and a finished piece made to be seen before it is tasted.

Meet Cacao Boys

Make the celebration taste like Cacao Boys.

Plan chocolate favours and larger orders for weddings, birthdays, holidays, special occasions, and gatherings. With advance notice, the team can prepare products from the current range or discuss custom bonbon colours and flavours.

Plan an order

Make Cacao Boys a stop in Bala.

Stop at our Bala chocolate shop for hand-painted bonbons, Belgian hot chocolate, baked treats, and gifts made onsite. Find us at 1004 Elm St while exploring downtown Bala and Muskoka Lakes.

The Cacao Boys chocolate shop in Bala, Muskoka

Common questions

What is Cacao Boys?

We are an artisanal chocolate shop in Bala, Muskoka, open since December 2022. Everything chocolate is made onsite by our chocolatier and co-owner, Jim Jeffrey: hand-painted bonbons, bars, confections and dipped treats, tempered from Valrhona and Callebaut, two of Europe's finest chocolates. There is a cafe too, pouring Belgian hot chocolate and mocha.

Where are you?

1004 Elm St in Bala, Ontario, on the corner of Highway 169 and Elm, right on the main road. We are close to the Bala Community Centre and the grounds of the Bala Cranberry Festival. Open daily 10 to 5 from June to mid-October, and Thursday to Sunday most of the off-season. Call us at 705-706-1950.

Do you ship?

Yes, anywhere in Canada. Shipping is a flat rate calculated at checkout, and free on orders over $150. We ship from October through April only, because chocolate does not survive a Canadian summer in a courier van. Outside that window you are welcome to collect your order in Bala, where pickup is always free. Full details are on our shipping policy.

What do you make?

Hand-painted bonbons, chocolate bars, salted caramel pecan clusters, barks, buttercrunch, dipped treats like pretzels and Oreos, hot chocolate bombs, and seasonal pieces for Easter, Christmas and Valentine's. You can also build your own box. Everything is tempered and finished onsite in Bala from Valrhona and Callebaut chocolate.