Jimmie's Chocolates

The Original Chocolate Shoppe in
Dania Beach
148 N Federal Hwy
Serving
Sun - Mon, 11:30a - 6:00p
Tues - Sat, 11p - 7p

The Cafe In Dania Serves
Lunch & Dinner Wed - Sat
Lunch starts at 1145a
Dinner starts at 6p
Call for details and reservations: (954) 921 0688

Chocolate Salon in Wilton Manors
1426 NE 26th Street
Serving
Tues - Wed AND Fri - Sat,
12:00p - 6:30p

Our History
1947 – The war was over and a victorious nation was enthusiastically adjusting to its postwar pre-eminence. Amid all the excitement, Jimmie Vonglis’ dream came true. A chocolate institution was born.

Word quickly spread and the chocolate Shoppe became a gathering place for chocolate lovers. Jimmie, his wife Gussie (on the left) and their daughter Lillian would become legendary for their mouthwatering chocolate.

Late 1950's - Jimmie's commitment to the community matched his love of the art of chocolate making. After his passing the chocolate shoppe, and its wholesome values and rich traditions, lived on.

Through the years JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES remained a local gem. Fond memories of chocolate treats would keep generations of chocolate lovers coming back, again and again.

October 1997 – Two chocolate enthusiasts, and loyal patrons in their own boyhood, purchase JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES.

Partners Rodney Harrison and Ken Smith decided to bring JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES' style of homemade, gourmet chocolates to the masses. Rodney, a renowned interior designer, and Ken, a corporate leader turned “chocolatier d’hotel”, have meticulously built upon the time honored foundation at JIMMIE’S. The art of fine chocolate making and a commitment to the community remain unwavering components of the business to this day.

Nov 2001 - Chef Rob Granado joins the leadership at JIMMIE'S

Oct 2005 - JIMMIE'S CAFE at JIMMIE'S Chocolates in Dania Beach opens to rave reviews.

The Cafe boasts an upstairs, inside dining room and two outdoor patios designed to engage all the guests' senses. The Cafe specializes in continental cuisine with Latin Flair as well as ecclectic wine & beer offerings.

Feb 2009 – JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES travels north to Wilton Manors

JiMMIE’S CHOCOLATES opens just north of Downtown Fort Lauderdale, in Wilton Manors, Florida. This cozy community was the perfect choice for the expansion. Like the original in Dania Beach, the Wilton Manors JIMMIE’S CHOCOLATES quickly became the place to catch up with folks and take a “sweet” break in the day. Word quickly spread, and faithful guests in the area that traveled to Dania Beach for many years were elated to have their favorite chocolates available in their neighborhood.