I enjoyed our time. Every kind of candy you can imagine. I was expecting more old timey candy, and…read morethey do have it, but much of the store is modern candy. Just about anything you can imagine: you can put it in bags and buy per the pound. They also have those tubes/straws you can fill with colored sugar and similar candies. Other options are popcorn with multiple flavors, like BBQ bacon and "Chicago style" (caramel corn and cheddar corn mixed together), and gelato, which was very good. As with all the Island, expect very elevated prices, but the staff were very friendly to me and my party. I enjoyed my visit.

Go in, all the associates crowd 1 side of store, no greeting. I see something in case I want,…read morelinger around & associates helping others. I walk around to opposite side where all associates are. Then after getting to opposite side associate goes to side I was on saying they can help someone over there. I walked out. Useless employees goofing around, don't care about you.

Went in looking for a candy shop to call our favorite thinking these had ice cream,candy and other…read morethings thought it be a good place for all. Well beside by an ice cream souvenir dish $12 and get a mini sundae. It was well lighted, and okay on candy choices, it was like $19.98 a pound of candy (self serve) , the staff was not friendly. So over all experience, we keep looking for a candy shop we want to return to in town.

This place isn't what it used to be. No homemade ice cream. No chocolate covered strawberries…read more Jelly Bellies (primary reason we went) were $19.99 per pound! I can get them on the Jelly Belly website for less than half that! The one thing good I have to say is that their pralines are the kind I like most (really buttery tasting and dry/crumbly rather than sticky/chewy). But it was nearly $30 for 6 pralines and one small candy package for my kids. Communication was also difficult as the people there struggled with English and they didn't seem very friendly. We didn't buy any Jelly Bellies and left disappointed. I'm so sad because this used to be our favorite candy place in Pigeon Forge. Also, the prepackaged Jelly Bellies were $6.99 and we found them at the candy shop inside Dollywood for $3.99. Never imagined a shop inside a theme park would be so much cheaper than a standalone shop. It's like they don't want to sell anything.

What a delightful location…read more We visit prior to lunch, and are pleased with ambience, selection, and staffing. Lots to like....

My husband and I visited this location twice while in the Pigeon Forge area: once just to check it…read moreout and the second time to purchase some saltwater taffy for my in-laws. The temperatures were in the high 90's and we were driving. We didn't want to purchase them too early and have them melt in the car during our trip back home. The store is bright, colorful and very inviting. I love the layout and how you can see into the candy kitchen and watch them making taffy onsite. On both visits, we were greeted warmly and offered assistance with anything that we had questions on. I'd seen a video online that showed them offering a moonshine-flavored taffy, but I was unable to find it once in-store. My husband called his mom and walked through every flavored offered, while compiling a bag for purchase. I explored the rest of the store. There was a huge machine full of flavored powder candy (similar to Pixie Stix) and very large tubes that you could fill to your liking. They also offered a wide range of fudge flavors and lots of nostalgic/classic candies. I was drawn to the English toffee (very thick and rich) and I knew that my husband would like the chocolate-dipped twinkies, so we got ourselves those treats as well. They were running a special where if you bought a pound of taffy, you got another pound for free, but we didn't want or need that much taffy. The purchase wasn't as expensive as I expected, because of course everything is billed by weight, and we didn't purchase a lot of candy. I'd return again just for the English toffee. It was like a Heath bar on steroids!

We like Chocolate Monkey, and we like this shop…read more My wife is concerned about rising price of chocolate; Chocolate Monkey and several other chocolate observed that cocoa prices have increased due to tariffs. Interesting the US does not produce cocoa, and does not benefit from these tariffs. Hoping for best for Chocolate Monkey and all other chocolate shops.

Lots of locations between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge make this a convenience and easy stop. Place…read morecould be cleaner and I'm 100% sure some of the local candy shops on the strip in Gatlinburg are far more superior. If you're looking for some ice cream or some basics, this place is a good option. Service was standard.

If you've got a sweet tooth (or even a full set of them), this place is paradise! SWEET! is like…read morestepping into a candy-coated dream, bursting with vibrant colors, nostalgic vibes, and enough sugary options to make Willy Wonka jealous. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by the playful swirl of peppermint signage and a rainbow of treats inside. The Taffy Town display alone is a showstopper--rows upon rows of saltwater taffy in every flavor imaginable, from banana and watermelon to bubblegum and birthday cake. It's pure eye candy... that you can eat! The store is spacious, clean, and wonderfully organized, making it easy (and tempting) to fill a bag with favorites. They've got classics, novelties, oversized lollipops, and even bulk bins for the true candy connoisseur. Plus, it's family-friendly and full of fun photo ops for the kids. We had an absolute blast here--it's the kind of place that brings out your inner child. Highly recommend a visit if you're at The Island in Pigeon Forge. Pro tip: grab a variety of taffy. You won't regret it!

Very nice lil shop! Lots of sweets to choose from too!! A must stop by while touring the Island!…read more People were friendly and overall a great place to visit and buy lots of sweets!! 6-2024

We went just thinking it would be kitchy by actually really enjoyed it in there. A very wide…read moreselection of stuff from unique sodas to a bunch of mini moon pies you can make a variety pack from to try the flavors and you get a free mini! The staff was nice, bet good book selection and much more of them downstairs. Worth a stop and shop for sure. I didn't find the prices bad for touristy area. Walking stick was $11, mini moon pies .69 books reasonable price.

Love this shop…read more... Years ago was one of few shops selling Mon Pies; however, now available near home. Nice parking lot. Clean and up to date shop. Lots to view in addition to moon pies.... We'll be back every year

Handmade Candy Unlike Any Other Business In Gatlinburg. I Was Amazed To Find That This Business Is…read moreFamily Ran, Everyday! In Business Almost 4 Decades. Their Family recipe's include, every kind of fudge, rare tatercandies, buckeyes, jelly candies, soft taffy's, brittles, sodas, and best of all... every kind of SourWood honey products. BeeHoney, honey candies, molasses, and "native bee propolis", too!

Had to make a trip in to see all the homemade goodness of candies. This place is so cute and…read morelocated in a small strip type plaza. Immediately greeted by the owner who explained that he and his wife make everything homemade! I'm in awe at the amount of candies they have and the fact that they are homemade!! The owner was super duper friendly and helped us out with offering some ways around the tourist traffic when going into Pigeon Forge and Sevierville. We got peach rings, rock candy and I HAD to get peanut butter cups! The peanut butter cups were absolutely delicious!! Good thing I got 4 BUT I may have to go back for more before leaving lol. The peach rings tasted sooo good. Not like the store bought ones that are not very soft chewy and artificial tasting. These were soft chewy and tasted fresh! I highly recommend checking this place out!!!

Some attractions sell an experience…read more Some sell a product. The Apple Barn Cider Mill somehow manages to do both. What started as a simple stop turned into one of the more enjoyable experiences of our trip. The star of the visit was our guide, who took us on a cider journey through the various flavors and offerings. She was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely seemed to enjoy what she was doing. She answered questions, explained the differences between the ciders, and made the tasting experience fun instead of feeling like a sales pitch. And since there's a chance she might somehow see this review: Happy 40th Birthday! Sorry I forgot your name, but your hospitality certainly wasn't forgettable. Now let's talk about the cider. Excellent. There was a large variety of flavors available to sample, making it easy to compare styles and find a favorite. Whether you're new to cider or consider yourself a seasoned enthusiast, there's enough variety here to keep things interesting. After sampling our way through the lineup, we wound up purchasing a glass of the original apple cider and enjoyed it outside. And honestly, that's where the experience really came together. Sitting outside with a fresh cider in hand, playing cornhole and Jenga, enjoying the atmosphere, and slowing down for a little while made for a genuinely relaxing afternoon. No rushing. No crowds pushing you along. Just good cider and good company. We also picked up a growler to bring back to the hotel because one thing became very clear during the tasting process: leaving empty-handed would have been a mistake. The Apple Barn Cider Mill does a great job creating an experience that's welcoming, fun, and memorable without feeling overly commercialized. Great cider. Great staff. Great atmosphere. Five stars. And judging by the growler currently waiting back at the hotel, I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

We have been visiting every year since 1980, and always have a Grande Time…read more Travel Tip: try to avoid if tourist buses are present. The Apple Barn & Cider Mill is a great preview for surrounding shops. Must visit.