When it comes to decadent, delicious chocolate, it’s hard to top the sweets created by Ghirardelli – and at California Adventure, you can indulge in some incredible chocolate and other treats at the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop.
This quick-service restaurant is all about chocolate, whether that’s in the form of chocolate bars, ice cream sundaes, or even hot cocoa.Â
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop Location
You’ll find the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop in San Fransokyo Square. It’s right across the walkway from The Bakery Tour and attached to the park’s Baby Care Center.Â
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop Menu
The Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop specializes in snacks, so you won’t be able to pick up a whole meal here (well, unless you’re planning to have ice cream as a meal… which I’ve certainly done a few times!). But you can satisfy your sweet tooth here.
Featuring Ghirardelli Chocolate, pioneered in San Francisco, this shop features both those iconic Ghirardelli squares in a variety of flavors plus handmade sundaes and other treats both cool and hot.Â
If you or your kids love ice cream sundaes, I’d say this is the best place in the park to head. Sure, they’re decadent, but they’re perfect for sharing whether you want a few bites or something more surprising.
See what’s on the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop menu below.
Sundaes
- Magical Hot Fudge Sundae
- World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae
- Ocean Beach Sea Salt Caramel Sundae
- Chocolate Lover’s Hot Fudge Sundae
- Gold Rush Caramel Almond Sundae
- Mint Bliss Hot Fudge Sundae
- Strawberry Passion Hot Fudge Sundae
- Non-Dairy Hot Fudge Sundae
- Treasure Island Warm Brownie Sundae
- Mini World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae
- Cookie Crumble Hot Fudge Sundae
- Lands End Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae
- Golden Gate Banana Split
Shakes
- Caramel Quake Shake
- Nob Hill Chill
- Thick Shake
Cocoa
- Frozen Hot Cocoa
- Classic Hot Cocoa
- Sea Salt Caramel Hot Cocoa
Beverages
- Frozen Mocha
- Frozen Vanilla Caramel Latte
- Mocha
- Latte
- Coffee
- Sodas
Sweet Treats
- Chocolate Brownie
- Chocolate Chip Cookie
- Dipped Strawberry (Seasonal)
Advance Dining Reservations
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop is a quick-service snack spot, so you cannot make advance dining reservations (ADRs) here.Â
Is Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop Kid-Friendly?
Ice cream is very kid-friendly, so the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop is one of the best places to bring little ones in need of a sweet snack. Whether it’s a classic sundae, a cup of hot cocoa, or a creamy shake, the options here will please every kid (and tweens, teens, and adults, too).
I also love that this snack spot offers mini sundaes, which are just the right size for younger kids or grabbing a snack when you don’t want to ruin an upcoming lunch or dinner.
Plus, if you’re looking for a place to sit down, take a break, and enjoy some chocolate or ice cream, the outdoor seating outside of the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop is perfect for these purposes. There’s plenty of seating, but you can also head deeper into San Fransokyo Square to find more shaded seating – or room for kids to get the wiggles out.
