Foodie Review: Choccywoccydoodah Bar Du Chocolat, Brighton

Having spent a few days away in Brighton last week, it seemed only far to share some of the amazing eateries we visited during our trip. One of the most iconic being the Choccywoccydoodah Bar Du Chocolat - here's my review...

For those of you still unfamilar with Choccywoccydoodah, they are an art and design focused chocolaterie made world famous by the self-titled TV show. With two branches (Brighton and Carnaby Street), the brand specialise in creating fun chocolate designs, bespoke one-off sculptured pieces, extravagant wedding cakes and chocolates. Their shop windows attract visitors from miles around but also worth mentioning is the Bar Du Chocolat, a chocolate cafe located above each shop. Whilst in Brighton, we ventured up the woodern stairs to check it out and with two 'secret spaces' for private bookings and a main cafe, it's safe to say that it makes for a magical and romantic setting...

Decorated with flowers, birds and some of their most stunning creations, Choccywoccydoodah is without a doubt, a sight for sore eyes and a real treat. We took a seat inside the cafe and took a look at the menu which is heavily made up of giant cake slices, sundaes, hearty milkshakes and a selection of chocolate dipping options. With options for vegetarians and vegans, I think it's safe to say that there is something for everyone.

Having looked around at the other tables and seen the sheer size of the cakes, we were pretty sure that we weren't going to be able to finish our plates. Jack opted for the Chocolate Cake (pictured below) - handmade, homemade chocolate cake layered with chocolate truffles and served with icecream, raspberry coulis and drizzled with Belgian chocolate. This was huge and proved to quite a challenge for even Jack. Having tried a spoonful myself, I can honestly say it was one of the best cakes I've had although it was the chocolate shell on the outside which really sealed the deal for me.

With so many choices, I simply could not decide and so decided to go for the Banana Split (pictured above) - a split banana served with strawberry, vanilla and chocolate icecream, topped with whipped cream and strawberries and drizzled melted chocolate. The best bit of this for me was the chocolate and whipped cream which was utterly delicious. Without a doubt, the chocolate was fantastic. However, the icecream underneath was not particularly to my liking. Personally, it tasted to me like it was from a tub of Iceland's own Neapolitan - something which I have never liked. I think instead I had expected something a little bit more flavourful and creamy but this was not the case. Overall, however, it was very enjoyable and Jack loved his cake. 

If I was to visit again, I would really love to try one of the dipping plates and so I'm sure I'll be finding an excuse to visit my local Carnaby Street one soon. Overall, I'm really pleased I got to visit the original Brighton Choccywoccydoodah, having spent many-a-time wandering past the London one and never venturing in. The service itself was good although, expect it to be very busy. With only one member of staff between all the tables, we did have to wait quite a while to get the waitress' attention although this was understandable with it being so busy. For a dish and a drink each (Jack having a tea and myself a pink lemonade), our bill came to £18.50 which isn't too bad given the portion size and, let's face it - it's really the overall experience that you're paying for. Without a doubt, the decor is what really bought it on home for me and would definitely recommend popping in, even if it's only to look around the shop or grab a quick slice to take home. 

Well, that's it for another foodie review - have you ever visited Choccywoccydoodah? What would you order from their Bar Du Chocolat? As always, I love reading your comments so please do leave me lots of lovely ones down below. 

Until next time fellow foodies,