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About SWEET55
SWEET55, listed in some directories as Sweet 55, is a Swiss chocolate maker with a shop at Town & Country Village in Palo Alto. Founder Ursula Schnyder, who calls herself the company's Chief Chocolate Officer, grew up in Switzerland. She writes that her mother would hand her a small piece of fine Swiss chocolate every day after school. She started SWEET55 to recreate that simple pleasure after moving to the United States.
The chocolates are made in small batches in Half Moon Bay, on the coast, where the company also runs a second store. SWEET55 says it works only with sustainable Swiss grand cru chocolate and uses no preservatives. The logo shows the Eiger, the Swiss peak near where the founder grew up. The Eiger is also the name of the company's flagship product.
The website lists several honors: Good Food Awards wins in 2018 and 2019 and a sofi Award in 2021. The company is a member of the Fine Chocolate Industry Association and the Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce.
On sourcing, SWEET55 says it buys from Swiss suppliers that pay cacao growers above-average prices. Its Swiss-trained chocolatiers turn that chocolate into a range of confections that changes over time. The company also writes a newsletter on Substack called The Sweet Spot for news on new flavors and seasonal collections.
What you can buy
The shop sells chocolates individually and in boxed assortments. Lines listed on the website include:
- Swiss Class: the core assortment, sold in several box sizes, with a larger Swiss Class Extra box.
- Dark Matter: an assortment focused on dark chocolate.
- Chocolate lollipops: sold singly and in sets, with holiday designs in season.
- Holiday collection: favor boxes with two chocolates, assortments from 5 to 30 pieces, nut-free sets and a 2026 advent calendar.
- Message in a Box: a gift box of 14 chocolates.
The selection changes with the seasons. The holiday 2026 collection was already posted when we checked in late October.
Gifts, shipping and catering
SWEET55 ships within the continental United States. Its FAQ explains that shipments go by USPS, that a packaging fee covers insulated materials and that foil pouches and ice packs are added in hot weather. The company recommends eating the chocolates within 14 days of arrival.
For businesses, the corporate gifts program offers branded chocolates and custom boxes, with a discount that grows with the size of the order. The company says it has made gifts for Bay Area clients including Google and Stanford. It also caters dessert buffets for weddings, baby showers, birthdays and holiday parties. The website also links to ordering through ezCater.
The Half Moon Bay shop
SWEET55's second store is at 225 Cabrillo Highway South in Half Moon Bay, close to where the chocolates are made. Its posted hours are much shorter than the Palo Alto shop's, with openings on Friday and Saturday only, so check the locations page before you drive over the hill. For most Palo Alto shoppers, the Town & Country store is the easier stop.
Allergy notes
All products are made on shared machinery and may contain traces of soy, dairy, eggs and nuts, according to the FAQ. Some holiday sets are labeled nut-free, but anyone with a serious allergy should read the ingredient label on each product and ask in the store.
Tips for visiting
Holiday weeks are the busiest time for a chocolate shop, so order corporate gifts and shipped boxes early. The store has its own posted hours, shorter on Sundays. Town & Country Village has its own surface lots and sits across El Camino Real from Stanford and Palo Alto High School. Our Town & Country Village guide covers the rest of the center. For more sweets, see our bakeries and desserts guide. If you are shopping for presents, our gifts and souvenirs guide has more ideas. If the coast calls, the company's Half Moon Bay store fits into a day trip to Half Moon Bay.
Location and getting there
Sweet 55 is at 855 El Camino Real, Suite 123, Palo Alto, CA, in the Town & Country Village area of Palo Alto. Our Town & Country Village guide covers what else is around.
The nearest train stop is the Palo Alto Caltrain station, about 0.5 miles away. That is roughly a 12 minute walk.
Parking: the center's own free surface lots.
Hours
| Monday to Saturday | 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
Hours from the business's own website, checked October 30, 2026.
What is nearby
- Boba Guys, cafe, under 0.1 mi
- CVS Pharmacy El Camino Real, practice, under 0.1 mi
- Tennis Town & Country, studio or gym, under 0.1 mi
- Wilby Optical by Alexander Daas, practice, under 0.1 mi
- CorePower Yoga, studio or gym, under 0.1 mi
- Town & Country Village, under 0.1 mi
- Stanford Stadium, 0.3 mi
- Palo Alto History Museum, 0.3 mi
Other bakeries, ice cream and sweets nearby: The Penny Ice Creamery (under 0.1 mi); Manresa Bread (under 0.1 mi); Antoine's Cookie Shop (under 0.1 mi); Kara's Cupcakes (under 0.1 mi). Browse the full bakeries, ice cream and sweets list.
Before you go
- Popular items can sell out by early afternoon, especially on weekends. Go early for the best choice.
- Many bakeries take orders for cakes and large quantities. Allow a few days' notice for special orders.
- Seating is often limited, so plan to take treats to a nearby park if the shop is busy.
About this listing
Checked October 30, 2026 against SWEET55 official website; Store locations; About SWEET55; FAQ. How our listings work. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sweet 55 in Palo Alto?
Sweet 55 is at 855 El Camino Real, Suite 123, Palo Alto, CA, in the Town & Country Village area. The nearest Caltrain stop is the Palo Alto Caltrain station, about 0.5 miles away.
Where is SWEET55 in Palo Alto?
The Palo Alto store is at Town & Country Village, 855 El Camino Real, Suite 123. The company's other shop is in Half Moon Bay, where it makes its chocolates.
Does SWEET55 sell nut-free chocolates?
It sells holiday assortments labeled nut-free. However, its FAQ says all products are made on the same machinery and may contain traces of soy, dairy, eggs and nuts, so check each label if you have an allergy.
Can SWEET55 make corporate gifts?
Yes. The company offers corporate gift boxes and branded chocolates, with a discount scale for larger orders. Call 650-440-4330 during business hours or email info@sweet55.com to set up a custom order.
What are Sweet 55's hours?
Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m..