Wow, wow, wow! The chocolate is absolutely delectable. Venezuelan chocolate. Many different types of flavors. Truffles, chocolate with nuts, milk chocolate, dark chocolate, macaroons.
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About Araya Artisan Chocolate
Araya is a family run chocolate company based in Houston, Texas. Every piece is made by hand, in small batches, at our Heights chocolate lab. Traditional technique, quality ingredients, a creative touch.
Our roots are in food and hospitality. That background shapes every batch we make. You'll find our chocolates at Central Market stores across Texas, at The Post Oak Hotel and The Moran, and in homes across the country.
Three Houston locations: The Heights, Katy, and Uptown Park.
Honest craft, thoughtful flavors, and something worth giving.
Ultra Premium Single Origin and Master's Blend Chocolate
What's in a chocolate piece? We believe it starts with the finest cacao.
Award-winning single origin and master's blend chocolates from Venezuela, mixed with the best ingredients from around the globe, are what make Araya Artisan Chocolate pieces unique.
What our customers say
Beautiful and best tasting chocolates! I moved to a different state, but I am glad they have shipping available. They are memorable.
AMAZING chocolate! Such inspiring craftsmanship, artistry and so much thought put into the flavours. You can see the kitchen right from the window and watch the whole process. We tried the Venezuela 41% (my favourite, it has NATURAL caramel taste), pistachio, Dubai chocolate, pink salt, mango habanero, hazelnut praline, and the orange rum. The owner is so so lovely as well!
Amazing chocolates, tons of flavors, and shipped right to the house (with tons of padding and cooling packs). My favorite was the mango habanero and the 70% Venezuelan! Definitely recommend going in person if you can or ordering online.
Ordered for the first time for Valentine's Day and was obsessed with the presentation, quality and the way they make the chocolates fresh before shipping.
As a chocolate girlie, I can confirm these are legit!! The hand painted designs make them upscale but so does the quality and unique flavors!! Great as a special treat or for a special occasion. I also love the cute packaging!
The best chocolate that I have tried before. Pay attention everyone! You're not buying chocolate, you're buying experience and love!
This place made my daughter's wedding so unique that everyone asked about the chocolate! Amazing service and unforgettable chocolates. Highly recommend Araya!
The best Venezuelan chocolate in the Houston area. It was my first time at the Katy location and the attention from the lady there was terrific. I asked many questions and she answered with a big smile and patience. Her recommendations were impeccable, a lot of variety for many special occasions. I highly recommend this place!! I will be back soon, I promise!!
Terrific chocolates with tons of variety, and the friendliest people behind the counter. They customize boxes and make every order special. Support this family-run business!
Went there for the first time today. I was looking for chocolates to accompany a fine red wine. The customer service was amazing and the chocolates were divine! Will definitely be my go to place for special gifts!
Love this place! Every piece of chocolate is just an amazing flavor! You can't go wrong! Best Artisan Chocolates in Houston! BY FAR!
Great chocolate. I love the texture and appreciate all the variety available in the bars.
The store is clean and they make the chocolates in the Katy branch. The staff is very nice and friendly. The chocolates have a nice shape and color, the flavors are very good. My friend liked it as well, her child and husband liked it too. I recommend it for gifts as well.
After moving back to south TX, this is the best chocolate I have found. Any time I am in Houston, I try to go by and indulge myself. It's become a Christmas tradition to order boxes for friends, family, and my office. During COVID, they were the special treat as they shipped.
Visit our stores

The Heights
312 W 11th St, Houston, TX 77008
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
Sun 12pm-5pm

Uptown Park
1141 Uptown Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77056
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
Sun 12pm-5pm

Katy
1575 W Grand Pkwy S #1000, Katy, TX 77494
Mon-Fri 10am-5pm
Sat 12pm-5pm
Sun Closed
Corporate chocolate gifts, handled.
A tradition of celebration and premium gifting that set the standard.
Custom branding, volume ordering, in-store pickup, local delivery, or nationwide shipping. Handled.
FAQ's
Will it melt in transit?
No. We check the weather along your route and ship with insulated, heat-shielded packaging, when needed.
How fast is store pickup?
Reserve online and pick up in about 2 hours at any of our three stores. Same-day delivery within 6 miles, order by 4PM CST.
Can I send it as a gift with a note?
Yes. Add a complimentary gift message in the Cart page, as you check out.
Where does your cacao come from?
We use single-origin Venezuelan cacao. We craft every piece in small batches, using European techniques.




























