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Struggling with the cold, dreary weather? Have no fear! We’ve just developed a winter wellness plan that’s 50% caffeine, 50% chocolate, and 100% delightful. All you have to do is visit Winans Coffee & Chocolate in Grandview.
Tucked into Grandview Yard on Yard Street, this isn’t just a spot to grab a latte and run. It’s a fully-loaded Ohio-made chocolate shop and a cozy coffeehouse that’ll melt their own chocolate straight into your drink.
Inside, it’s spacious without feeling cold. It’s a sleek, modern space with big comfy chairs, a brushed-metal bartop, and a magical combo of coffee + chocolate aroma that makes you stay way longer than you said you would. That alone is one of the many reasons it’s a great spot for a holiday date night.
Chocolate Therapy, Ohio-Style
Let’s talk chocolate first, because… priorities. All of it is made in Ohio, including their famous homemade buckeyes. For the uninitiated (hi, welcome), it’s a ball of creamy peanut butter dipped in milk chocolate to look like the state nut. It’s basically the unofficial candy of Ohio. If that’s news to you and you live in Columbus, we regret to inform you that you might actually be from Michigan.
Toss in their chocolate–covered Oreos, signature Wurtles (their twist on turtles with caramel and nuts), crunchy Wetzels (chocolate-covered pretzels that disappear alarmingly fast), and gems like the Miss Clara (chocolate-covered toffee with pecans), and suddenly you’re walking out with a one pound box.
The best part? Because it’s full-on holiday mode, the treat lineup is stacked right now. They just dropped Holiday Mint Jewel Brownies for National Brownie Day (rich, cozy, minty, chocolatey goodness). They’ve got their evergreen one-pound chocolate boxes that can turn, ‘I forgot to get you a real present’ into ‘wow, you’re so thoughtful.’” And, on top of that, you can pick from an array of holiday gift sets featuring buckeyes, bourbon cherries, chocolates, signature coffees, you name it.
The whole “gifting is easy at Winans” thing is 100% accurate. Pop in, grab a box, pair it with a bag of coffee, and suddenly you’ve got the perfect present for friends, family, coworkers, or that one neighbor who always brings you delicious baked goods and deserves to be repaid in premium chocolate.
Chocolate in Your Coffee, Peace in Your Soul
On the drink side, they’re just as serious, comforting, and delicious. Winans roasts their own single-origin coffees and blends, then turns them into everything from silky cold brew to matcha lattes to those mochas made with their in-house chocolate.
Seasonal sippers are in full-swing right now too, like their eggnog lattes and hot Peppermint Mochas that taste like Christmas in a cup, especially when you pair them with a Holiday Mint Jewel Brownie or Reverse Thumbprint Cookie. That’s a winter date night right there: two drinks, a plate of treats to “split,” and a shared box of chocolates to take home.
The Grandview location in particular also carries a great selection of wines that pair perfectly with their chocolate, whether you want a single glass or a bottle for your group.
Come for the Mocha, Stay for the Comfy Chairs
At the end of the day, people come here to work, study, catch up with friends, and sneak in a low-key date night without committing to a full white-tablecloth situation. It’s dog-friendly, kid-friendly, and a quick drive from Orange Theory and Rewild Yoga for anyone who wants to pretend they earned that box of buckeyes.
But the most wholesome detail? The current owner was a regular for six years before taking over because they loved it that much. And you feel that when you’re there. It’s the kind of place you can easily turn into “your spot,” whether you’re grabbing a quick cold brew, camping out with your laptop, or turning a winter Thursday into a chocolate-fueled self-care night.
Make Winans Your Next Stop
Ready for some Seasonal Affective Deliciousness? Swing by Winans Chocolates and Coffee in Grandview for a mocha made with real house chocolate, a box of Ohio-made buckeyes, and a seat in a dangerously comfy chair.
Browse chocolates, coffee, and gift sets at winanschocolate.com, and keep an eye on their Instagram or Facebook for new seasonal drinks, treats, and holiday events.
This article is a paid promotion sponsored by an SOC advertiser and designed to share valuable info with our readers.
