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URKU Chocolate Shop

126 Greville St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

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126 Greville St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

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+61 450 052 556
HoursMonday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About URKU Chocolate Shop

URKU brings single-origin Ecuadorian cacao to Prahran through guided flights paired with wine and spirits. Run with hands-on craft by its maker, the Greville Street spot bypasses generic sweet confectionery for serious bean exploration. Seated guests work through multi-origin chocolate flights paired against curated pours of whisky or wine, underpinned by direct-from-farm harvest stories. At the counter, drinks take center stage—from the milky Pintado latte to a signature dairy-free hot chocolate steeped solely in water for a clean, deep cacao profile. The tasting finishes with rare bites of raw cacao pulp, delivering pure, tangy fruit notes straight to the palate.

  • Curated Pairing Flights: Guided single-origin flights matched with selected pours of wine or whisky, accompanied by origin harvest stories.
  • Water-Brewed Hot Chocolate: High-grade single-origin cacao brewed purely in water without dairy, showcasing tart, deep cacao fruit notes.
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Why Visit URKU Chocolate Shop

Discover single-origin cacao flights, artisan water-brewed chocolate, and curated pairings on Greville Street.

  • Water-Brewed Pure Drinking Chocolate

    Signature hot chocolate is steeped strictly in water using high-grade cacao beans, delivering a pure, smooth cacao profile without requiring dairy.

    Also had their signature hot chocolate which uses high grade cacao brewed in water only and served right at the table. Although the chocolate drink uses water only, it had volume with a smooth and deep chocolate flavour

    Barry

  • Sustainably Sourced Gifting Bars

    Single-origin chocolate bars are made using organic, fairly traded ingredients and presented in refined gift-ready packaging.

    Their packaging looks exclusive, making it perfect for gifts.

    Pratik

  • Guided Wine and Whisky Pairings

    Curated chocolate tasting flights are matched alongside fine wines and whiskies to highlight intricate terroir and bean notes.

    We also did the chocolate and wine pairing, which was absolutely brilliant. The combinations were thoughtfully matched and really brought out different flavours in both the chocolate and the wine.

    Volkan Demir

  • Ecuadorian Farm-to-Table Terroir

    Direct trade sourcing from Ecuadorian cacao estates connects guests directly with the origins and craft of bean-to-bar chocolate.

    The owner works directly with his own cacao farms in Ecuador, and you can feel the unique quality in every bite. On top of that, he offers incredible pairings with coffee, wine and whisky that really stand out.

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  • Intimate Storytelling and Craft Culture

    Passionate storytelling by the founders creates an engaging, welcoming journey through origin culture and cacao craftsmanship.

    What makes this place truly special is that the owner personally takes the time to tell the fascinating story behind cacao in such a magical and engaging way.

    LAURA Sarria

  • Welcoming Hospitality and Warmth

    A warm, attentive boutique environment ensures visitors feel like valued personal guests rather than everyday retail shoppers.

    The space feels both luxurious and welcoming, and they make you feel like a guest rather than just a customer.

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Handcrafted tasting flights, curated spirit pairings, and artisan single-origin cacao drinks.

  • Chocolate and Wine Pairing

    We also did the chocolate and wine pairing, which was absolutely brilliant. The combinations were thoughtfully matched and really brought out different flavours in both the chocolate and the wine.

    Volkan Demir

  • Pintado

    The Pintado drink uses 50% cacao chocolate with milk served like a latte. It was rich, creamy and balanced with just the right amount of sweetness.

    Barry

  • Chocolate Flight Paired with Whisky

    We had a chocolate flight paired with whisky, and we loved every moment of it.

    Chels Siemers

  • Signature Hot Chocolate

    Also had their signature hot chocolate which uses high grade cacao brewed in water only and served right at the table. Although the chocolate drink uses water only, it had volume with a smooth and deep chocolate flavour; mildly sweet with a hint of tartness and no harsh bitterness.

    Barry

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and immersive craft details that elevate the tasting visit

  • Personal Origin Storytelling

    The owner personally shares the history and craft of Ecuadorian cacao cultivation and processing during tastings.

  • Table-Side Water-Brewed Hot Chocolate

    High-grade single-origin cacao is brewed strictly with water and poured right at your table for a pure, dairy-free chocolate profile.

  • Tangy Cacao Fruit Pulp Sampling

    Guests are offered curated chocolate samples, including rare 100% cacao containing whole cacao fruit pulp.

  • Structured Wine and Spirit Pairings

    Guided tasting menus are thoughtfully matched with selections of wine or whisky to explore complementary cacao flavor notes.

Before you head over

Practical tips on tastings, hot chocolate selections, and dietary options

  • Book tastings in advance

    Guided tasting sessions, including pairing flights with wine or whisky, require booking ahead due to high demand.

  • Navigate the drinking chocolate options

    For an unadulterated cacao profile, order the signature hot chocolate brewed table-side with water only, or choose the Pintado for a sweet, latte-style milk chocolate.

  • Ask about dairy-free and vegan selections

    Visitors seeking dairy-free or plant-based treats will find vegan options and pure single-origin dark chocolate selections made with no dairy.

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