Still the absolute best caramel apples EVER!! My favorite is the Ricky Road. The caramel is thick,…read morechewy but not sticky, the chocolate is perfectly creamy. Service is always friendly but be prepared to wait a tiny bit. And if you can't find something you like in there, then I can't believe you're real. The selection is vast and there are so many interesting things to see. I love the displays and over abundance of selection. I bought some apples for some friends for us to snack on at the movies and created more Carmel apple fanatics!! Love that!!

Chocolate Wishes never disappoints...at Halloween they made some fabulous gift boxes for me and…read morebagged chocolate covered pretzels for 80 church volunteers... I'm leaving there right now with these fun Thanksgiving celebration bags for my friends this evening... I love going there whenever I can... They are FIVE plus stars in Service, quality, and atmosphere... It's always a joy to go into the shop.. It's one of my favorite shops when getting a fun gift!

This place is incredible! Not only is the staff incredible, but the different chocolates are…read moreincredible! This is a cute little store front that is really a place to just grab what you want and go. But they always have it super clean and organized. I got two types of gelato: cookies and cream and matcha. The cookies and cream was rich yet super well balanced. Good cookie to cream ratio. The match was incredible. The base for their ice cream was super rich and they obviously put a lot of matcha in it to get that strong of a flavor. I was super happy and devoured it. All in all, if your haven't been here, please try it, it's worth it.

This place is inconspicuous and unassuming from the outside, but go inside and talk to them and…read moreyou'll find a legitimate operation. They produce their own chocolate from cacao beans sourced from different areas of the world. You can get chocolate on its own or a number of drinks featuring chocolate. We did both, and it's now one of our favorite places.

I have heard about this chocolate shop for about a decade, but as it is about 70 miles from my…read morehome, I had not been there. But on a recent Quilt shop hop, imagine my surprised to discover the Quilt store was two doors down from Stafford's. I think that was a sign that I had to go visit. The double sign was that the quilt shop gave away coupons during their event for one free piece of chocolate. So for my free piece of chocolate, I chose the red wine truffle. Oh my goodness, I had to close my eyes to savor it, the taste was that sensational! The shop itself is beautiful. It has tables inside so you can sit and enjoy their confections. All of the shelves are lined with all kinds of specialty chocolates. These include chocolate covered nuts, truffles, bars, Pops, and all kinds of delicious concoctions. You can order single pieces at the front counter for an individual choice and they will compose a box of your selections. They also had many, many packaged items ready to go on the shelves. The staff were friendly and very knowledgeable about their offerings. They were willing to explain the different flavors; the cost of a box of six individual truffles which you can select was $12.50. There's parking in front of the shop on the street and also behind. It's nestled in the Porterville downtown area with multiple Restaurants and eateries very close by. One could have a fun day window shopping, lunching out and then popping by Stafford's for a sweet treat and to buy gifts to take home. Absolutely not to be missed!

Fabulous place to hang out with someone for a chat or a game of cards. My favorite drink is the…read moreCocoa Cold Brew...not everyone knows how to make it, so I ask before I order...when made right it is deliciously creamy and not too sweet. My hubby and I split an Ooey Gooey Apple once a month as it is both of our favorite dessert in existence! We also come hear for co-worker gifts because their chocolates are beautiful and tasty. We are grateful to have this amazing place in our town.

I ordered a Sunday. Two scoops of ice cream and some caramel sauce I chose gooey ice cream, and the…read moreCalifornia turtle ice cream. She asked if I wanted whipped cream nuts and a cherry absolutely. It was delicious. I was there to pick up some candy for my boyfriend because last time I took him some it was melted. This time I came prepared with a nice chest some ice packs for my two hour ride home tomorrow. Being in a summertime you never know.. The store is very cute. Lots of little things to purchase lots of local locals, getting ice cream and lots of people coming down from Yosemite pulling over to grab a cold treat. I recommend it a nice lady behind the counter was super nice.

I was craving icecream and was excited to come in. It wasn't busy, and I came hours before closing…read moretime. As soon as I got to where the icecream was, I could tell that the staff here are miserable. No smile, no welcome, no nothing - just blank stares. I asked for a sample and the woman snapped at me "you can have ONE". A guy scooped my sample and then gave me my icecream without saying a word. The other guy ringing me up didn't bother making eye contact with me and seemed annoyed that I added chocolates to my purchase. The icecream is alright. The gooey treats are great. the lavender truffle was very dense, which I didn't love. If you're looking for good icecream and friendly service, skip this place. The positive reviews confuse me- maybe staff is only friendly to people who look like them. For the service we recieved, I regret giving them my money.

The Chocolate Dipper is honestly a hidden gem here in Merced…read more First off, Brittney, the owner, is just an incredible person. She's kind, compassionate, and has this energy about her that makes you feel welcomed the second you walk in. Now let's talk about the treats. Everything is delicious, but the apples are on another level. I've lived on different coasts and traveled quite a bit, and I've never had apples with this kind of variety, flavor, and quality. They're hands down the best I've had anywhere. What really impressed me too was traveling to different coastal towns in California and seeing The Chocolate Dipper apples being sold in other chocolate shops. That says a lot about the quality and the reputation she's built. On top of being an amazing chocolate maker, Brittney is deeply connected to the community. She's donated baskets, treats, and even her time through hands-on chocolate classes for people in the community, which really speaks to who she is. If you haven't been yet, I highly recommend stopping in and checking it out. You won't be disappointed. My personal favorites are the Rocky Road and coconut apples. -Matt Escobar

This cute place is absolutely charming inside, with a cute and inviting atmosphere. The workers are…read morereally friendly. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by an amazing aroma that enhances the experience. Everything is very clean and organized, which I really appreciate. I can't recall exactly what type of covered apple I had, but it was incredibly fresh and delicious. Highly recommend visiting!

A nice little spot in the busy part of the social gathering area. I chose to get a cookies n cream…read morechocolate apple and it was good (not great) it needs more caramel and roe chocolate! It's a priced as expected for the area and for what it is. Would love to try other products here but I wouldn't likely get another apple product. By the way this apple can leave a large mess when eating so don't eat in the car while driving like I did. Otherwise you will end up having to lick up the crumbs off the seat.

The apples were all very good, I usually get my usual - cheesecake apple, toffee and mixed. This…read morereview is solely for the customer service and overall look and feel of the store. The store has a stuffy, musty smell and dusty. Growing up visiting Mammoth every summer, we'd come in here and it would smell like chocolate and had a cozy feel. Now, coming in here yesterday, no greeting, no thank you, no see you soon, just rude. I regretted buying anything at all especially after spending $36 on just three apples. Not a very good experience.

We purchased delicious peach ice cream and sampled the popular raspberry ice cream (very difficult…read moreto choose) since the peach is seasonal it won and did not disappoint on a hot summer day. Maria helped us in the candy shop. She was very attentive and provided the best service. The shop is adorable with various candies, books, kitchen items, and souvenirs.

On our way home from Badger, CA, it was one last drive through Sequoia/Kings Canyon before saying…read moregoodbye to the Sierras for my friend from France. Everyday we hiked, we talked about a dessert we had earned, then we'd laugh because there wasn't any around to be easily had. But I knew.... Leaving the park and heading into Three Rivers, there stood an adorable red and white "chalet" of delights where we could have some ice cream next to the dancing waters of the Kaweah River. We entered the ice cream shop, the furthest to the right when viewed from Hwy 198(Sierra Dr.), and were immediately hit with the aroma of their freshly made waffle cones and bowls. After reviewing their in-house made ice cream flavors, my friend opted for Blueberry Pomegranate Gelato and Three Rivers Wild Blackberry in a waffle bowl and I chose the Wild Blackberry and Raspberry Cheesecake for my waffle bowl. We made our way through the gift shop, the furthest building to the left, and out to sit on the covered deck, where 2 red Adirondack chairs waited for us. For me, enjoying an ice cream treat whilst sitting on the back deck overlooking the river is a part of visiting Sequoia. Reimer's opened this flagship location in 1956 and it's a special place where hand made confections, created with the finest ingredients and proudly displayed, are offered alongside delicious ice cream, sherbet and gelato, with seasonal flavors highlighting local fruits, like our wild blackberry this day. The gift shop carries some local items featuring Sierra motifs, in case you need one last souvenir from your trip. Sparkling ornaments and decorations are available all year and add to the happy and festive nature of this classic gem of a roadside stop. The ice cream hit the spot, but the waffle bowl is a true standout. I don't know the secret recipe, but notes of vanilla hit my nose and hints of cinnamon danced on my tongue. SO good! Until next time, Reimer's.... Cheers! "CC"

Good chocolate shop that is a bit on the pricier side but have a good variety of chocolate items…read moreand dipped items. Quick service but they can get the order wrong (I said graham cracker, not pretzel; they don't even sound alike). They have some other non chocolate sweet treats as well. Good to stop by if you're craving chocolate!

Came by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory while in Mammoth and it totally hit the spot! The…read morechocolate is super fresh and so yummy -- you can really taste the quality. But for me was the candy apples are our favorite. Crisp, perfectly coated, and absolutely delicious. They're big enough to share! The service is great and they will cut up your candy apples so you can enjoy immediately! Such a fun treat stop after a day exploring town. The smell of the sweet treats will get you as soon as you walk in! It's a great size shop with many options. If you're craving something sweet in Mammoth, this place is definitely worth it!

Blackwood Brittle is addictive, good luck having the willpower to stop eating just a few...and I do…read morenot like junk food! I LOVE BLACKWOOD BRITTLE, I have not heard one negative remark from any of the people that I gave it to as gifts for Xmas! Very easy to order, was delivered within a few days and it's affordable! Yum yum yum!!!

Excellent brittle. High-quality ingredients. Fresh and attractive. Creamy and crunchy at the same…read moretime. Simply a delightful product. Very tickled to find a "homegrown product" that I can send to friends and family in Europe. Really, really YUMMY! Good, efficient communication from the owners and very easy to work with when I needed a somewhat quick turnaround. Will 100% order from them again.