Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop is a chain candy shop that was locally founded and has since opened in…read moreother states. It offers hundreds of nostalgic and modern candies. For many years, I have shopped at this particular store when I am in the Strip District neighborhood. During my most recent visit, I saw candies such as caramels, gummies, jelly beans, Pez, lollipops, hard candies, freeze-dried candies, powdered candies, chocolate bars, bubblegums, and more--as well as other treats such as snack cakes and sodas. Prices are similar to what other stores charge. Online shopping is also available for shipping on the East Coast. I always enjoy looking at and eating the candies. Overall, Grandpa Joe's is a fun store for both children and adults who have sweet tooths.

Candy and soda are my crutch. While I actively try to make smart food decisions and try to burn the…read morecalories I do eat/drink, hit me with a unique candy or soda and I'm a goner. Don't even get me started on how many types of Mountain Dew I've tried. While I was happy to find a Rocket Fizz in Pittsburgh, we had those in California too. Grandpa Joe's was new to me, and I dare say their stock was bigger? Candy of all varieties and eras, from M&Ms to pickle candies to Clark bars. Their soda game was on par with Rocket Fizz, though I couldn't find any Jones Nuka-Cola variants (they did have Jones but not what I was looking for). Plus they had a whole loft area dedicated to toys and games. I almost picked up the RuPaul's Drag Race version on the spot. Here's the real kicker: after the nice employee rang me out and put my purchases in a paper bag, I walked out and headed to the bus. When I got to my stop, though, that's when the hole in the bottom of the bag sent my root beer to its death all over 21st St. I really wanted that root beer though, so I walked back figuring they were just going to tell me "tough muffins." The guy though just let me pick up another one, no questions asked! I showed him the bag to prove I wasn't lying, and he discovered that all the bags on the counter had the same issue. He was super friendly to my anxiety-having ass, and definitely sealed the fifth star. I'm all about badass customer service. It makes a good place great and a great place extraordinary. To quote "Wreck-It Ralph," S U G A R Jump into your racing car and get a sugar rush from Grandpa Joe's.

I needed some Lady Tafy to bring to my daughters house while I was on vacation …read more S & S Candy & Cigar was one of the few places to have a large container in stock. They also had the best price anywhere that included Walmart. S&S was a lot cheaper than Walmart and Target. The only problem I had was that they advertised a certain price on there e website and they had a higher price in store. They also would not honor the price on the website they said it was an error????? That is not good business. The staff where friendly and helpful other than for the price. As the pries there where amazing I definitely will go again.

Fun and cute candy selection! Surely I couldn't leave empty-handed. I was able to find some…read moresugar-free Twizzlers and fruity gumballs! It's like stepping back in time when you walk into S & S. While there are many bulk options, you can also find regular-sized bags and containers of candy. Enjoy!

My family loves Sarris chocolate. We do not often get it as we live in Florida. As a treat, I…read moredecided to surprise my kids with Chocolate crosses for Easter. Not only did they arrive very timely, but the packaging was to be applauded. The size of the box initially made me concerned that I had gotten a different order or had accidently ordered more than I had intended. When I unboxed it, I realized that they had just taken all precautions to ensure that my order arrive unbroken and unmelted in the Florida heat. It was so impressive and greatly appreciated. Thank you and we will be ordering more!

I can't believe I've never reviewed Sarris before. It's only my favorite ice cream of all time! I…read morewill drive 45 minutes any time for a chocolate peanut butter milk shake. I have a massive collection of the cups from all my milkshake runs. Such a cute ice cream parlor chocolate shop vibe inside. The chocolate castle is a sight to see. You can obviously buy their chocolate at most grocery stores, but they have so many unique products at the Sarris store. My absolute favorite is a big box of coconut clusters. I eat them in one sitting. If you haven't tried this iconic Pittsburgh staple what're you doing

In a shopping area (The Waterfront) filled with the same crap corporate stores they have in every…read morecity, this place is unique. Primarily a candy store filled with the nostalgia candies you've seen in other tourist traps, they also have novelty items, unusual flavored soda pops, and treats from other countries. It's a bit pricey, and you'd expect that. It's almost like you're paying a premium for them to curate this expansive collection under one roof. It's worth checking out

Great little candy store (right across from the movie theater). Lots of drinks, snacks, signs, gag…read moregifts and more. Very reasonable priced!

They recently moved things around and redecorated some and it looks cute. The store is medium-sized…read moreand easy to navigate. There is a large selection of candies, chocolates, and fudge. It is one of my favorite milk chocolates. They also have the best chocolate covered pretzels around. The employees have always been nice every time I've been in.

A great family owned chocolate factory. Far superior to the one in Canonsburg. I've ordered gifts…read morefrom here. My father's favorite was the sugar free nut assortment. Highly recommend.

This is a nice little hidden gem if you are not from the area and in the know. I had been…read morepreparing for an event at work and my coworker told me about this place. I was looking for bulk candy and needed some specific types of candy. Before going to the actual location I went to the website beforehand and could browse what they have. Their physical location of this store sits in a small plaza below a car dealership along Route 30. Getting here is kind of easy depending on the direction on 30 you are coming. Eastbound, easy, pull onto the road. Westbound, may god have mercy on your soul, try crossing two lanes of downhill traffic while uphill traffic behind you is just zips by or backs up. When you exit, just don't go that way, go the opposite way as it will take you where you need to be and it is much easier on your stress for the day. I don't want to state the obvious here, but you become a kid in a candy shop when you enter. The front of the store is your basic candy store with items that are singular in nature and runs the gambit. Candies that you forgot about will show their faces. Then you move towards the back of the store and enter the holy grail of bulk candy. It is rather well organized and you can find what you want quite easily. If you cannot find what you are looking for, just ask the employee back here and they know exactly where it is. I was looking for something and it was literally right in front of my face, but I kept overlooking it. I spent a lot of money here, but it was bulk candy and for an event, it was well spent money. Definitely will be my spot to go for bulk candy for work.

Owner, Dave Luehm always has a great selection of goodies for our organization's candy bar during…read moreour annual benefit and at a reasonable price. Also carries paper products and raffle tickets. Great local family business.

The Chocolate Moose is a gourmet chocolate and candy shop that opened a couple of decades ago. Its…read moreinventory includes hundreds of chocolates and candies that are domestic and imported, sugar and sugar-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, kosher, etcetera. During our recent visit, this store had a wide variety of dark and milk chocolates on shelves and in display cases as well as gummy, sweet, and sour candies on shelves. I found some of my family's favorites such as a chocolate orange, peanut-butter and jelly chocolate, chocolate-covered pretzels, liqueur chocolates, chocolate roses, marzipan, etcetera. The flavors were often unique and very tempting! I think that more price tags could be added to the display cases, but the price tags on the packaged treats seemed to be reasonable, for example, several dollars for one chocolate bar.

Do not judge a book by its cover. It doesn't look like much from the outside, and there is no decor…read moreinside...other than chocolate everywhere! They have it all. Truffles, gourmet chocolate bars from all over the world, chocolate dipped everything, and so many kinds of candy. A must do for chocolate lovers.

Was sent a box of chocolates, from a friend in Pittsburgh, for Easter and wow!! So delicious, so…read moremuch variety! Couldn't even pick a favorite because the next one I ate became my favorite. They were all so pretty and incredibly flavorful and different! So thrilled to get such a fantastic gift!

Purchased the chocolate from Giant Eagle in Chippewa ! Unfortunately they no longer sell this…read morechocolate Betsy Ann is wonderful chocolate

Chocolate Boutique is a local store that sells chocolates (of course!) as well as numerous types of…read morecandies and snacks. The store is a large size, and the assortment of goodies is large. Prices are moderate. I have been a customer of this store a couple of times in the past couple of years. During my first visit, I purchased several chocolates in flavors such as turtles, raisins, peanut butter, raspberry, creme brulee, and cherry cordial. An employee patiently waited while I chose my preferred flavors of chocolates, and then he carefully boxed them. Another employee spoke courteously to me and accurately rang up my purchase. At home, I thought that these chocolates were so tasty that I ate all of them in one sitting! During my most recent visit, I purchased several types of chocolates that were already prepackaged: turtles, Fruity Pebbles white chocolate, chocolate-covered raisins, chocolate-covered marshmallow, s'more, and truffles. The cashier made friendly conversation, and she correctly processed my purchase. I enjoyed the flavors of these chocolates.

Very good selection. A bit pricey. Also not easy to get the individual / personalized group of…read moresmall chocolates. Otherwise if you like chocolate and candy, you're good to go