26 Main Street
Orleans, MA 02653
*Disclaimer: We were not paid for this review. All opinions are our own and based on our personal experience. Your experience may be different.
Everything looks delicious was the first thing Mike and I thought walking into the Hot Chocolate Sparrow. After a long 22 mile bike ride on the Cape Cod Rail Trail, we were looking forward to something sweet...and boy were we in luck with this place as it was loaded with all kinds of treats! We loved the ice cream here and would love to come back and try a dessert along with a cup of joe.
We both ordered an ice cream cone. I had the chocolate chip and Mike ordered the cookie dough. They were fantastic, in fact, probably the best ice cream I have tasted in the state. I would probably drive back again just to enjoy the ice cream.
I am usually not the biggest fan of sweets, but even my mouth was watering at all the candy, fudge, pastries, and other treats available at the counter and in the shop. Pastries include: croissants, lemon bars, pecan bars, brownies, whoopie pies, and so much more. They serve cake by the slice and the selection is massive. Highlights include: Boston Cream, Carrot Cake, Apple Crumb pie, Godiva Chocolate cheesecake, Tiramisu, Flourless Chocolate Torte, and many others.
Also, there is a coffee and candy bar. They serve all the usual espresso drinks. Smoothies, shakes, and even a frozen chocolate are there to cool you down on a hot summer day.
There is a small gift shop with souvenirs and pre-packaged candies available for purchase. We were definitely tempted to buy some candy, but couldn't take any with us on the bike - maybe next time!
At Hot Chocolate Sparrow, you just place your order at the counter and wait to pick it up. We were provided with pretty quick service considering the busy atmosphere.
Hot Chocolate Sparrow is a local dessert shop/coffeehouse. It looks like a comfortable place to hang out for a while with a drink or snack, however, since it was a nice day out we ate our ice cream outside.
I would definitely make another visit to Hot Chocolate Sparrow. On my next visit, I will definitely get another ice cream cone and perhaps try out a coffee or sandwich. If you are in the mood for some delicious treats in Cape Cod, then this is the place to go! It's a wonderful break to fuel up after miles of biking.
