Kee’s Chocolates Midtown

We were staying just up the street from this place and popped in while we were waiting for our room to be cleaned.
We chatted with 2 of the chocolatiers and they described the process, ingredients and most importantly their recommendations. They also mentioned that there are no preservatives in their creations so they would need to be enjoyed more sooner than later. We grabbed a 6 pack of truffles and a hot chocolate to bring back to the hotel. Our pick 6 consisted of:
chocolate salted caramel
pistachio
crème brûlée
mint mocha
passion fruit
dark chocolate
We were thoroughly impressed with the quality of chocolates and fillings. Of the 6, my favorites were the passion fruit and the dark chocolate truffles. The hot chocolate was much better than the one we got the other day from Amorino Gelato.
I am not too sure where everyone with the 2 star reviews get their chocolate fix to compare to this place. I’ve eaten my way through Saint Germain in Paris and consider myself a chocoholic/​snob and I say that this place is good. Believe who you want but I enjoyed the chocolate here and am glad we stopped by.
Enjoy with confidence…
–P

Love them! Most unique chocolates I have ever had. I bought a box of 12 for my fiancé for Valentine’s Day. He gave me chocolates from Maison Chocolate. We both agreed that Kee’s was far superior. Those were bought from the main location on Thompson street because this kiosk had been sold out of all their truffles the day before (I work a few blocks away). Yesterday I went to the kiosk mid day and they were fully stocked. I got 4 truffles as a treat for that night that we had not tried the previous time. Yuzu– an explosion in your mouth. Black Rose — my fiancé said it tasted like love and I said romance :) crème brûlée — delicious! Chili black sesame — one of the most original truffles I’ve ever had and amazing!
I love Kee’s and I think everything about the kiosk in midtown is the same as the shop downtown! Yay!

Boo! I came here after reading the raving reviews about he crème brûlée chocolate and I’m really sad to say that I didn’t enjoy it.
It was recommended to be eaten in one bite, however, I couldn’t make out the crème brûlée flavor and it was just lack luster in terms of texture. All I remember is that it was bitter. :(the gentleman who served me was very though so I really appreciated that and only wished that I enjoyed the chocolate.

Very small store.
I brought 11 pieces at $ 2.70 each.
I got the Thompson, passion fruit, hazelnut praline, pistachio, orange confit, champagne, blood orange, 2 crème brulee, key lime and the raspberry.
Outstanding chocolate.

Totally anticipated my visit here would warrant a 4 – 5 star review… here’s what really went down:
Asked the man behind the counter politely if they had prepared gift boxes. Nope, I could individually pick out the pieces I wanted and their available boxes came in 4 sizes the smallest of which held 2 pieces; he was all out of the 2 piece boxes. Mind you he had the model boxes sitting right there, but didn’t offer me that 2 piece box, instead telling me I would need to buy 6 – 8 pieces in order to get the next size up.
Many of the reviews gush on about the samples they were offered. Was I offered a sample? Nope. After asking about the various flavors I asked «Do you have any samples I could try?» Nope. he was all out of samples.
Had I not been in a bind and in need of a gift for a chocoholic I care deeply about, I would have walked away, recognizing unequal treatment of customers when it stares me in the face but I decided to buy 6. Most high end chocolatiers have a print out you can take with you so you can refer to it later and anticipate which flavor you’re about to eat. Does this place? Nope, but the man told me I could look at the website. Gee thanks.
First and last time coming to this place

Kee’s, in my humble opinion, are the best chocolates: hand-​made, top-​quality, and fantastic flavors! European brands may get more attention, but I guarantee Kee’s will change many minds! Kee’s is a homegrown brand with a commitment to delivering the most delicious chocolate to you. They outdo other chocolatiers with their innovative ingredients and understated yet beautiful presentations. They are the little engine that could in the chocolate world. I’ve had Kee’s on my mind a lot lately. Which reminds me, I will definitely have to stop by for a treat this week!!!

This Kee’s location is super tiny and located in the lobby of the HSBC building. Even though there is a huge sign outside, you would absolutely miss it if you weren’t looking. I know because I see it almost everyday, went looking, and almost ended up with a bank account instead of chocolates.
If you’re looking for flavors that are out of the ordinary, I’d highly recommend trying the chocolates at Kee’s. The fantastic guy at the counter asked me if I liked roses. «Who doesn’t?,» I said. He handed me a piece of the Black Rose Truffle. I kid you not, this little piece of chocolate just might put your senses on overload for a second. I was surprised something so small could release such a fragrant smell of roses upon first bite and also be so velvety and dark chocolate (–y) at the same time.
I was kind of sold after that. I was also really impressed that the owner, Kee’s, quit her job on Wall Street, went to culinary school, and decided to open up her own chocolate shop. In fact, I really admire and respect that. She started with a store on Thompson street, has a production center on 39^th where she makes the chocolates fresh everyday, and now has this third location. She is also asian and a woman, so kudos, Kee, kudos.
Oh, and the Crème brûlée sells out fast, so get there early if you want to try this custardy goodness. If you’re interested, check out the full chocolate list here:

Yesterday was my first time visiting this Kee’s location, which stands like an oasis of jollity in a sober bank lobby. I already knew I loved their chocolates and once again they did not disappoint. I love how the owner (I think it was the owner who waited on me) treats her goods like her babies, making sure I would not be walking around in the hot sun with them, and that I would eat the crème brûlée truffle before it’s expiration date (if I must, I must). She also gave me a free piece for the road. Yes, they’re expensive, but they’re worth a once-​in-​awhile treat.

I’ve been giving the last few places I have visited 5 stars. Im starting to think I only post 4 – 5 star reviews :/.
Anyways I stumbled onto this place after an interview. I saw the macaroons, I saw the workers preparing the treats on site. I said mommy always says she wanted macaroons so I decided to purchase them as a thanksgiving present for mum. I walk in and am greeted by the cashier who tells me the special on 6 macaroons for 20 bucks. A little pricey but I figured thats the normal price. As i begin to pick out my choices of macaroons, the owner comes out and greets me. She is very friendly and offers me a broken piece of chocolate that was very good!
I usually read reviews before I go into a place but after receiving all this kindess I decided to read the reviews to wonder if everyone experiences this. I informed the owner that I was going to Unilocal her and she told me that she had stayed away from Unilocal and didn’t know her reviews for her place. I told her to give it a try and appeared to have convinced her to read her reviews on Unilocal.
I leave the place with six macaroons and taste the green tea one later in the afternoon. Let me tell you this macaroon was so good I could taste all the flavors, which I thought were so distinct. I will definitely come back to Kee’s to try the chocolate. I am slowly becoming a chocolate lover and IDK why especially when i use to despise it. Maybe its the flavored chocolate that catches my palette and interest!

Kee Ling Tong is a chocolate genius.
Her chocolates are hand-​made, extremely flavorful and you can taste the quality ingredients. They are smooth, light, clean, and not too sweet.
Flavors such as Black Sesame, Jasmine, Crème brûlée, Tiramisu, and Yuzu keep me coming back for more.
Chocolates are about $ 2.50 each. It’s leaning towards the pricier side, but good gracious they are mouth watering. There are 2 Kee’s locations: this one, which is inside the HSBC Bank and one in SoHo.
These are definitely some memorable chocolates and ones I find myself drooling over at the very thought.
Note: Keep your chocolates refrigerated and consume within one week of purchase.