# Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil, Craft — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil — Chocolate Shop in Craft. Rated 4.2/5 from 1,287 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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Chocolate Shop

# Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil

Durness, Lairg

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13145919439557362984&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105945597782020551351)

**In short:** Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil is a chocolate shop in Lairg, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1,287 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil

Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil is a chocolate shop at Balnakeil Craft Village in Durness. The menu centres on hot chocolate and handmade chocolates, with a tasting option featuring four pieces. Staff are noted as friendly and welcoming, and dogs are welcome.

Hot chocolate is a particular draw, though some customers find it costly.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil's own website](http://www.cocoamountain.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Thursday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Friday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Saturday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Sunday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Balnakeil Craft Village next door
- Haunted House of Durness next door

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

People say this cafe offers delicious hot chocolate and a wide variety of high-quality chocolates, including a tasting option with four handmade chocolates. They also highlight the friendly and welcoming staff, dog-friendly atmosphere, and convenient location.

Some reviews mention the hot chocolate can be overpriced.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (1,287 reviews)

**Food hygiene rating** Pass

**Destination** Lairg

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/453776).

[More restaurants in Lairg](https://staycation.co.uk/lairg/restaurants)

★ 4.2 (1,287 reviews)

[Visit official website](http://www.cocoamountain.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[01971 511795](tel:01971511795)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Lairg

**Plus Code** 9CCQH6CP+4P

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil?

Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil is open Mon–Sun 9am–6pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil any good?

Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1,287 Google reviews.

### How do I contact Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil?

Call Cocoa Mountain Balnakeil on +44 1971 511795.

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