**July 2026: Thursday Afternoon Visit**…read more Kettle Heroes Artisan Popcorn is such a fun Arizona made stop, and I can definitely see why they won the Devour 2026 People's Choice Award! The brand has a really distinctive local identity and if you're looking for an edible souvenir, this is a great option since their products are allergen-friendly. They're gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free, and they're also Kosher dairy-certified. I also loved that they have some Southwestern inspired flavors, which makes them feel a little more unique than your average popcorn shop. This is a standalone store, but they also sell online and at select grocery stores like AJ's Fine Foods and Fry's Foods. What I loved about visiting the shop itself is that you can sample all the different varieties, and it's nice to be able to get fresher batches and different sizes straight from the source. I ended up taking home a big bag of their prickly pear popcorn and a normal size bag of the Porcini Truffle Cheddar, which had a really nice savory flavor with real porcini mushrooms, black truffle sea salt, and organic cheddar cheese. Overall, this is a great local-made Arizona product, so support small businesses!

Highly recommend, amazing flavors, wonderful crunch. Stopped by with my husband a few week ago…read more Friendly service, clean setup, and lots of options! The quality is great!

Rocket Fizz: The dreams of kids and adults alike…read more Whether you want candy or a fizzy drinks, Rocket Fizz is where it's at. Get some taffy, a weird flavored soda (like pickle or ranch) and have fun checking out their goods. We stopped by in hopes of finding something that screams Arizona but sadly we walked away empty-handed. Nonetheless, it's a great stop with plenty to look at and purchase. Pop in and buy some goods!

What a nostalgic moment to see some of my old time favorite candy!!! The shop has tin signs and…read morecandy for reasonably priced items.

If you're even remotely a candy person, Sweeties is dangerous in the best possible way. I'm a…read morefull‑blown candy freak, so I actually have to limit my visits, if I walked in here too often, I'd lose every ounce of self‑control and walk out with half the store. But honestly... what a way to go. Every time I do treat myself to a visit, it's pure joy. The aisles feel like a time machine stocked with everything I grew up eating, the classics, the throwbacks, the "I forgot this even existed" gems. It's the kind of place where you catch yourself smiling at a random shelf because a candy bar just unlocked a childhood memory. The store is bright, fun, and packed with options, and the staff keeps everything tidy and easy to browse. Whether you're hunting for something specific or just letting nostalgia guide you, it's impossible not to have a good time here.

Got pretty much every candy that exist. Love this place. My mom and I were on the hunt for non…read moreperils and this place had it. Taste even better than I remembered it tasting too! Just hoping they bring the cotton candy Mike and Ike's back now.

3.5/5 I'm…read morea(poppa)mazed at how perfect the kernels of poppacorn are from Poppa Maize! I saw a big ol' basket of Poppa Maize popcorn packs in front of Pour Jo Coffee last time I went to get a caffeine fix and knew I had to try some. I got the tomato basil and cheese. Each bag was $6. When I got home we broke open the cheesy popcorn bag. The flavor was really good! It just the right amount of seasoning. All the kernels were full, round, and fluffy looking. None of that hard kernel ish that breaks your teeth. Unfortunately, even though the bag had a desiccant packed inside to minimize moisture, the popcorn did taste a little stale/not very crisp. That didn't stop the toddler from devouring it all in one day (And sneaking a few bits to the dogs as well). The tomato basil unfortunately was even more stale tasting which was a bummer considering the price I paid for the bag. I did like the tomato basil flavor though. Maybe if the creator put some "sell by," "best by," or "made on" dates that would help, so people know how fresh their bag is. Maybe some different packaging would help too? Either way, I'd go back to get more popcorn from Poppa Maize if it was sold fresh from the kernel. Currently they seem to sell the popcorn at various small businesses such as Pour Jo Coffee and at local farmer's markets.

This guy would always set up at the corner of the 347 and Riggs, and the smell of Kettle Corn…read moretaunted drivers as they inched along at rush hour. Many made the wise decision to pull over and grab some. Now they deliver, which is great for those of us who no longer drive for work.

They came to our school event last night with the truck and the kids loved the kettle corn. It was…read morethe best! It was a hit with everyone.

Ava's Kettle Corn is a pop up shop which, you guessed it, sells a variety of kettle corn. They…read moreappear in various farmers markets and events such as the Tempe Festival of the Arts. They have an Instagram and Facebook page if you want to find them at their next event. Their large kettle corn costs $10; note that this is one of those places that charges you extra if you use a card. I shared the large kettle corn with a friend. It was delicious and we couldn't even finish it all in one day. Note that if you have a hankering for kettle corn, best to grab a bag early since they sell out as the day goes by.

Ava's Kettle Corn... Absolutely fresh kettle corn with just the right amount of sweetness on huge…read morefluffy-popped corn. And it was even better the next day. Acquaintance also bought a caramel corn style offered by Ava's and said it was the absolute best caramel corn popcorn she had ever had! Had actually purchased another brand of kettle corn at the Fountain Hills art festival food area around the corner from Ava's set up by the lake and, even though the bag was $10, I threw it away That other brand was stale and tasted bland. Would buy Ava's brand every time Sadly, I do not live in AZ but will definitely look for Ava's pop up each time I return.

I've been to Polba Tea a few times and I really like it!…read more I've been on a strawberry matcha kick lately, especially when I'm craving something sweet. Polba Tea's strawberry matcha with boba hits the spot everytime. The sweetness is customizable and I usually opt for 50% which is still sweet enough for my taste. I also enjoy their cheese fries, which is powdered cheese and the fried tofu. Both make for great snacks and the portions are generous enough to share or a meal for one. Service is fast and friendly. The space has a chill and welcoming vibe.

I'm not a fan of boba, but I love tea and coffee. So far…read moreeverything I have had here has been pretty spot on and very good. Some of the drinks can't be modified much because they just can't, so those ones are a little sweet sometimes- but if you get extra ice, it kind of helps out. Service is always super good and friendly; they are always ready to help or answer questions. Decor is pretty neat in here, you can tell there is thought that went into putting things places. It's comfortable enough to hang out and wait. You can order in person or at a self serve kiosk.

They sell knock off la bubus. Bought three thinking they looked a little sus. Turns out all three…read moreare la fufu's. Buyer beware.

Stopped at this candy store yesterday evening while I was walking around the mall to pick up one of…read moremy favorite candies and when I got home to eat it, there were a little bugs all over inside. When I came back today to get my money back, the man did not seem surprised at all by this happening and quickly took it out of my hands so the other customers wouldn't see it. I went around and warned all of them, especially a mother with her kids, but I do not recommend this place as there are bugs here.