Chocolate Cafe Menu

Chocolate Cafe at 509 Fifth Ave in San Diego offers an all-day café menu that blends Italian-inspired desserts with breakfast and savory bistro favorites. Made-to-order sweet and savory crêpes share the menu with gelato, chocolates, croissants, panini, flatbreads, salads, pastries, and coffee drinks. Strawberry Nutella Crepe, Banana Walnut Caramel Crepe, Pistachio Gelato, and Ham, Egg & Cheese Crepe are among the most recognized choices.
Typical spending is around $10–$20 per person, making the cafe approachable for anything from coffee and dessert to a complete casual meal. Fresh fruit, nuts, chocolate, mascarpone, vegetables, cheese, and carefully prepared gelato create a mix of creamy, crisp, fruity, savory, and indulgently sweet flavors.
Vegetarian selections are available, including meat-free crêpes, salads, and desserts. Gluten-free availability should be confirmed when ordering. Fruit, salads, and lighter savory dishes provide fresher options, while gelato, croissants, and sweet crêpes are especially child-friendly. Opening at 9 a.m. and staying open late, Chocolate Cafe works well for breakfast, brunch, lunch, casual dinner, coffee breaks, group treats, and late-night dessert.
Menu Highlights
Strawberry Nutella Crepe
A freshly prepared crêpe wraps sweet strawberries and creamy Nutella for a soft, fruity, chocolate-rich combination. Its familiar flavors make it one of the cafe’s most popular treats.
Banana Walnut Caramel Crepe
Banana, crunchy walnuts, and caramel bring together soft, crisp, and sticky textures. The balance of fruit, nuts, and sweetness makes this crêpe especially distinctive.
Ham, Egg & Cheese Crepe
Savory ham, egg, and melted cheese fill a warm crêpe for a satisfying breakfast. Its combination of creamy, salty, and tender textures makes it a hearty morning choice.
Pistachio Gelato
Smooth Italian-style gelato delivers a rich pistachio flavor with a creamy texture and subtle nuttiness. It stands out among the cafe’s extensive selection of rotating gelato flavors.
Dark Chocolate Gelato
Deep chocolate flavor meets the silky texture of house-prepared gelato. Its rich cocoa character makes it an appealing choice for serious chocolate lovers.
Rosemary Chicken Flatbread
Savory chicken and aromatic rosemary create a flavorful flatbread with a satisfying balance of tender toppings and baked crust. It provides a substantial alternative to the cafe’s sweeter specialties.
House Jam Mascarpone Crepe
Sweet fruit preserves pair with smooth mascarpone inside a delicate crêpe. Creamy cheese and bright fruit flavors create an elegant balance without overwhelming sweetness.