Decided to go to public market today in Milwaukee. I stopped at this candy shop. Excellent customer…read moreservice and amazing chocolate. The chocolate covered strawberry special was amazing! Would highly recommend. Can't wait to go back!

I'm really surprised this place is so popular. I tried a variety of their chocolates from milwaukee…read morepublic market. They were all a similar quality, maybe a half step above something like a gold brick egg or the unbranded chocolates you get on easter or valentines day. Each and every one of their chocolates was made out of an identically flavored, identically consistent hard chocolate coating. The "coconut clusters" were literally just the same exact chocolate used for coatings, with a small amount of shredded coconut mixed in, in a solid glob that you have to gnaw on. I truly believe I could make a better coconut cluster at home in my kitchen right now with no experience. No mind was paid to ratios: the delicate honeycomb candy and whipped vanilla candy had such a thick hard chocolate coating on it that when you bit into it all you could taste was the chocolate and not the filling. The truffles... didn't resemble a truffle in anything but appearance. They were some type of fudge (again, think unbranded valentines day box) covered in the same super duper hard and thick chocolate coating. They were actually hard to eat. The ubiquitous chocolate was overly sweet and had nothing interesting about it. If I'm going to have too-sweet chocolate I prefer something like a hersheys bar. The only items I thought even had an appropriate filling to coating ratio, density, and flavor matchup was the jelly candy and toffee. The toffee was just identical to a heath bar, but I do like heath bars! The only compliment I have for this place is it's relatively cheap and would delight a child who could pick out a variety of things to try. I guess if you're looking for a local alternative to stuff stockings and easter baskets with, this would be a good idea. Due to its placement in the market, the typical chocolatier display, and the individually priced pieces of chocolate, I assumed this would be an artisanal product and was disappointed.

After Maggie I.'s UYE at Vanguard, I was standing outside of this store talking to Tim K., when I…read morenoticed a sign on the step outside the door. It read "penny candy." I had a flashback to my childhood, walking home from elementary school and stopping at the small store on the corner to buy penny candies and other goodies like banana flavored Now & Laters or candy cigarettes. I had to go into that store. Luke R. and Rachel F. were walking by. I pointed out the penny candy sign, and the four of us went in to explore. We found video boxes on display, shelves of candy galore and a fridge with sodas, not a commercial fridge but one like we'd have in our homes. I felt like I went back in time. I think we all did because we giggled and bounced around the store like we were kids! Did I buy any candy? You're damn right I did, and I'd go back and do it again!

What sorcery is this place?…read more And what year is it? And where I am? How have a I not stepped foot into this penny candy + DVD + pinball haven stuck in some sort of completely different dimension before? I mean, it's basically right next door to the Vanguard... It wasn't even on Yelp. I had to add it. Had a blast looking thru all these old-timey candies w/ Rick + Tim + Luke. They had those styrofoam-y UFO things that seemed questionable, sixlets, candy cigarettes, bubble-gum cigars, all the lemonheads/boston baked beans/etc. you could think of and so much more... Also: DVDs, if you're into that sort of thing. Also: pinball, if you're into that sort of thing. Also: a doll collection behind the counter, if you're into that sort of thing. I'm not really sure how this place still exists as a business, but hey! I like it. It's weird. Good stuff, you guys.

Order by mail. Very fast shipping and careful packaging…read more High quality products and my favorite candy from my childhood,1950's!

I felt like a kid in a candy store... I've visited a few…read moretimes, it's always enjoyable, quick and easy. It's smaller sized but packs a punch with the wide variety of things that they have from candies, nuts, jelly beans, and more! They also have various limited edition candies for the holidays. I find their prices very fair and great values compared to regular stores. They often have candies that you can't find in store either. Not pictured but they had cute tins you can buy and put candies or chocolates in for an additional price. The staff are always very friendly too! I hear the owners/family has very deep history in Milwaukee as well!

Chocolate lovers: I highly recommend stopping at Burke Candy & Ingredients! I've walked past this…read morebusiness for years and, somehow, never stopped in until last week, when I decided to pop in on a whim. Boy, am I glad I did! As a serious chocolate lover, I was immediately in heaven. I may have gotten a little carried away and left with several truffles in hand... and then proceeded to eat every single one of them in one sitting. Maybe that's not everyone's cup of tea, but honestly? I had absolutely no regrets.The chocolate was that good! I can't believe it took me so many years to finally walk through the door, but now that I have, I already know I'll be back. This is exactly the kind of local gem that deserves to be discovered and enjoyed. I can't wait to bring my mom here when she visits! If you love chocolate, truffles, or simply treating yourself to something delicious, do yourself a favor and stop in. You might just leave with several treats too... whether they make it home is another question.

Date of visit: July 28, 2025…read more I stopped in here as I am leading an effort to find local vendors that we can order from as part of a holiday gift effort for some of our customers. I perused the store and selected brittle, taffy, and chocolates as part of a taste testing for the whole team to determine which items were the best to consider as gifts for our customers. Staff was friendly and accomodating, and even offered me a sample after I completed my purchase. Oddly, despite spending about $70 and explaining what I was doing with my purchases, I didn't get a receipt. I dropped an email to the store and received a quick reply and was provided with a picture of the receipt that was quite small and blurry, though thankfully our AP department didn't question it too much and I still got reimbursed for the purchase! And if you were wondering, the taffy was surprisingly good, but wasn't labeled on the package in terms of what flavors were in each bag, so that was a big turn off for our taste testers. The chocolates were a big hit and will be a finalist for our customer gifts!

Not very much inventory, but what they had was very interesting. A lot of imported candy and chip…read moreitems from Japan, Mexico, and South American countries. Items are kind of on the steep side for price, but they are rare in the United States. They also have mystery snack boxes for $25, $50, and $100.

Interesting new snack store opened upon the second level of Southridge Mall close to the arcade…read moreside of the mall. Lots of choices to make and is similar to convenience stores in countries like Japan and China. It's all self service. Hopefully they'll be able to carry more items in the future Plus they have a $25 and a $50 mystery box to pick from.

Walking into Ultimate Confections feels like stepping back in time. The shop has such a charming…read morefeel and is filled with homemade treats and sweets. It's the perfect place to pick up a candy gift or to treat yourself. The real magic is at the counter, they have homemade chocolate-dipped fruit, pretzel rods, licorice, turtles, sea salt caramels, and many other treats. They even have an ice cream case! The staff is always helpful too. When I stopped in they were running a special on their chocolate-covered strawberries, and of course I couldn't resist. They were fresh and delicious! Ultimate Confections is always worth a visit.

I've only recently started coming to Ultimate Confections but it's quickly becoming a favorite…read moreplace for my chocolate addiction. Different holidays mean different goodies. Easter is one of my favorite with their different flavored filled eggs but I'm not sure there isn't anything in here I wouldn't love to take home with me any time of year. It's a feast for the eyes the second you walk in with both the chocolates galore and the seasonal decor plus combined with the aroma of chocolate, it's the perfect little store. Small selection of non-chocolates available as well (and where I discovered freeze dried candy) but chocolate is where they definitely excel. The staff here is always friendly and helpful too. If you're a chocolate fan and in the Tosa area, a stop into Ultimate Confections is worth your time.

Walked into Lolli & Pops thinking I'd grab a couple of treats and somehow left feeling like a kid…read moreagain. They have an incredible selection with everything from nostalgic childhood favorites to unique candies and chocolates you won't find just anywhere. The staff (Nate) was friendly, welcoming, and happy to help without being pushy. You can tell they genuinely enjoy what they do, which makes the whole experience even better. Whether you're shopping for a gift or just satisfying a sweet tooth, this place is worth the stop. Fair warning: it's nearly impossible to leave with only one bag.

Sea Salt Caramel Corn: Lolli & Pops (L&P) is a chain of candy stores that was founded in 2012. I…read morewish I could expound on that, but their about us/our story section on their website is not very useful. I also can't elaborate much on the shop itself as this tube of popcorn was a Christmas gift. That's okay because it's what I thought of the popcorn that matters, right? Before I share my thoughts, let me clarify what caramel corn actually is. Standard popcorn is mixed with a heated caramelized candy syrup and allowed to cool. Depending on the manufacturer, the caramel corn is sometimes baked in an oven after mixing to increase the crispness. L&P takes there version up a notch by splashing in some sea salt. Although the sea salt is not the strongest, I do have to say that this is still one of the better caramel corns that I've had. It's sweet, crispy, crunchy, and tough to put down. I'm just disappointed I didn't receive one of their more exciting flavors as the website lists: Birthday Cake, Cookie & Cream, Caramel Cold Brew, Peanut Butter Cup, French Toast, and S'mores. So, you can see why I think Sea Salt Caramel was a little boring. Doughboy approved Doughboy_Food_Reviews

Ready to Indulge your tastebuds? Then look no further than these chocolate connoisseurs! Indulgence…read moreChocolatiers consistently whips up delicious batches of decadence with each colorful bite. Looking for a tasty treat for yourself? Pair it with a glass of wine and cheese with a fancy little tasting or enjoy a unique chocolate all on its own. There are consistent tried and true flavors such as gray sea salt and fig balsamic, as well as unique and seasonal creations such as brown butter pear sage truffle or peppermint bark. You can order just one or an entire box full! Julie, the owner, is chock full of knowledge, history and insight about everything from chocolate and wine to bourbon and whiskey. Take a class with her, virtually or in-person, and you won't regret it!

I attended one of the autumn wine, cheese, and chocolate tastings and thought the place was…read moreawesome. Up at the counter there were SEVERAL delicious truffles to choose from that I think will fit anyone's palette and preference. And the class itself was so fun and yummy. It's a small atmosphere and it creates an intimate experience. The owner was knowledgeable about each and every part of the tasting and what we were sampled (which is cool for a noob like me) and I loved the experience. 10/10 would go again.