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February 26, 2025
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Fend Off the Cold With a Cup of Hot Chocolate

One of the best things about this chilly NEPA weather is popping into one of our region’s local coffee shops to warm up with a nostalgic cup of hot chocolate. Whether you’ve spent the day on the slopes or hiking snowy trails, there is a local café waiting to serve you the tastiest treat of the season.

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A photo of the marble coffee bar and checkout counter at Abide Coffeehouse in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Abide Coffehouse

Wilkes-Barre, PA

Pop into Abide Coffee House in downtown Wilkes-Barre with some friends, grab a warm cup of hot chocolate, and chat the day away on one of their comfy couches.

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Black & Brass Coffee Roasting Co.

Lake Ariel, Hawley & Honesdale, PA

Make your way to a Black & Brass location for expertly prepared hot chocolate. Get lost in a chocolatey daydream as you watch the day unfold from one of their cozy seating areas.

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Cocoon Coffee House

Hawley, PA

The history of the Hawley Silk Mill alone is enough to inspire a visit to the Cocoon Coffee House. Grab a sandwich or sweet treat along with a scrumptious hot cocoa.

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A to-go coffee cup on a table outside of Drip Coffee Company in Pittston, PA.
Drip Coffee Company

Pittston & Shavertown, PA

Swing by Drip Coffee for delicious cup of hot chocolate and pair it with one of their signature sweet treats.

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Exterior photo of storefront painted red and green with two big storefront windows and bistro tables on the sidewalk at Fog & Flame in Bloomsburg, PA.
Fog and Flame

Bloomsburg, PA

Pop into Fog and Flame in Bloomsburg for soul-nourishing hot chocolate. Then, stick around for a live open mic session.

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A to-go cup on a table inside Hope & Coffee in Tamaqua, PA.
Hope & Coffee

Tamaqua, PA

Get to this lively Tamaqua coffee shop and grab a cup of their famous hot chocolate. Hope & Coffee is always hopping with live music, poetry and those sweet, sweet smells of chocolate and coffee.

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J&L Coffee House

Jenkins Twp., PA

J&L Coffee House is home to specialty craft lattes, teas, and more. Pair a hearty bagel or wrap with their scrumptious hot chocolate.

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Photo of order/pick up counter, bakery display case, tables and chairs and signs featuring coffee, drink and food specials at Kay's Daily Grind in Covington Twp., PA.
Kay's Daily Grind

Covington Twp., PA

Stop in for a cup of cocoa and a tasty desert, and stick around for the homey atmosphere and friendly service at this Covington Twp. favorite. At Kay’s, it’s more than just the hot chocolate that warms your soul.

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KB’s Coffee House

Shavertown, PA

KB’s Coffee House in Shavertown serves up classic hot chocolate along with delicious breakfast items. Pair a sweet cup of chocolatey goodness along with a short stack or two.

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Market Square Coffee House

Orwigsburg, PA

Cold winter days are no match for warm, fresh sweets and hot chocolate at Market Square Coffee House. Stop in this adorable Orwigsburg coffee house for a little bit of both.

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A mug of hot chocolate topped with whipped cream on a table at Northern Lights Espresso bar & Cafe in Scranton, PA.
Northern Light Espresso Bar & Cafe

Scranton, PA

Between the laid-back vibe and the delicious hot chocolate, you might never leave Northern Light. Bring the laptop, lose yourself in a good book, or just chill and watch the city from a window seat.

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A view out the front window looking onto the street. Inside there is a cup of coffee, a plate of chocolate chip cookies and a book on a table at Pour Coffee House in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Pour Coffee House

Wilkes-Barre, PA

Swing by Pour Coffee House in downtown Wilkes-Barre for winter’s most classic combination – cookies and creamy hot chocolate.

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A metal coffee tumbler stamped with Pressed Coffee & Books on top of a book between two plants at Pressed Coffee & Books in Pottsville, PA.
Pressed Coffee & Books

Pottsville, PA

Cozy up with a book and a cup of cocoa and read the winter blues away at this Pottsville staple. Pressed Coffee & Books even features a used book shop.

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Sweet Creams Café

Stroudsburg, PA

Grab a hot chocolate with the works at Sweet Creams Cafe in Stroudsburg. Pair it with some of their homemade ice cream like mint chip or vanilla for an elevated sip.

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A table full of brown paper to-go bags lined up at Tioga Bistro in Tunkhannock, PA.
Tioga Bistro

Tunkhannock, PA

Enjoy traditional or esspresso hot chocolate at Tioga Bistro in Tunkhannock. Pair your cocoa with delectable sweet treats or any number of savory menu options.

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A paper cup of hot chocolate topped with whipped cream next to a clear plastic cup filled with iced coffee on a table in front of a Christmas tree at The Crafty Stir in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
The Crafty Stir

Wilkes-Barre, PA

Located inside Mohegan Pennsylvania in Wilkes-Barre, The Crafty Stir is home to a variety of pastries and craft coffee drinks. Grab a danish and a scrumptious hot chocolate to kick off the day.

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Zummo's Café

Scranton, PA

Zummo’s Café in Scranton serves up incredible coffees, teas, and lunch items. Try their classic hot chocolate piled high with dark chocolate chips or shake it up with a frozen hot chocolate.

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A blue cup of coffee with a design in the foam on a tbale next to a plant at Grateful Roast Cafe and Coffee Roaster in Nanticoke, PA.
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Article Updated from its Original Version Published on 12/11/2019.

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