La Maison du Chocolat Opened Boston Shop
The luxury French chocolatier has expanded into the Back Bay neighborhood at 776c Boylston Street.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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La Maison du Chocolat has launched its first Boston retail location adjacent to the Mandarin Oriental hotel. The shop features a cafe serving coffee and croissants alongside imported chocolates.
Why it matters
The opening marks a significant expansion for the Parisian brand, which is known for its high-end confectionery. It brings the company's signature imported goods directly to the local Boston market.
The shop sells individual chocolate pieces for $4 each. This opening follows the company's established presence across New York City, Japan, and Hong Kong.
The players
La Maison du Chocolat
This luxury French confectionery brand was founded by Robert Linxe in 1977 and operates international locations.
Nicolas Cloiseau
He serves as the leader of the company's team of master chocolatiers.
The details
Under the direction of master chocolatier Nicolas Cloiseau, the shop maintains product quality by importing confections from Paris in a temperature-controlled environment. The boutique includes an integrated cafe area for customers.
Timeline
1977: Robert Linxe founded the company.
Market Landscape
This move highlights the ongoing demand for premium international brands to establish physical storefronts in Boston's high-traffic retail corridors. It positions the company alongside other luxury tenants near the Mandarin Oriental, competing for the city's high-end consumer demographic.
Boston residents and visitors can now purchase individual confections priced at $4 apiece at the new Back Bay location. Shoppers also gain access to a new cafe option serving coffee and locally baked croissants.
The takeaway
The arrival of an international chocolatier offers locals a new high-end gift and cafe option in the city's commercial core. Consumers should expect further menu expansions as the shop prepares to introduce a new lineup of cakes.
Further reading
For more information on retail changes, visit our Openings & Closings section.
More information
For more details on the product catalog, visit the company website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Boston Globe.
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