Ghirardelli Chocolate is a San Francisco institution. The company was founded in the city in 1852 and has been producing high-quality chocolate ever since. You can visit the original Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory in the Ghirardelli Square and indulge in their famous hot fudge sundaes or purchase a variety of chocolate treats to take home. From rich dark chocolate to creamy milk chocolate, Ghirardelli offers a range of flavors to satisfy any chocolate lover's cravings.