While heading to the Farmer’s Market in Los Angeles for a fresh hot doughnut, I discovered two excellent chocolate shops in the market and at the nearby Grove that are worth sampling if you’re in the area.
Littlejohn’s English Toffee House in the Farmer’s Market is known for its rich fudge and delightful honeycomb chocolate candy. Their English toffee is a standout—crisp, buttery, and well balanced—making it an ideal treat to enjoy on-site or bring home.
Bodega Chocolates originally from the South Coast Plaza in Orange County, has opened a second shop at The Grove near the Farmer’s Market. Bodega offers exceptional truffles presented as small candy bars in flavors such as Classic, Hazelnut, Menthe, Dulce de Leche and Caramelo. These flavors are deeply satisfying and well crafted; their boxed assortments also make elegant gifts.
Both shops complement a visit to the Farmer’s Market and The Grove: Littlejohn’s for traditional English-style candies and toffee, and Bodega for inventive truffle bars and refined confectionery gifts. If you enjoy exploring local sweets, try a sample from each shop to compare textures and flavor profiles—fudge and honeycomb versus sleek, ganache-centered truffles.
Tips for visiting: go mid-morning to avoid the largest crowds, sample a few flavors before choosing a box, and consider pairing chocolates with a coffee or the fresh-market pastries for a complete treat experience.
Whether you prefer classic toffee and fudge or creative truffles in varied flavors, both Littlejohn’s and Bodega provide memorable chocolate options at two of Los Angeles’ most popular shopping destinations.
