Hard pressed to find a candy from yesteryear not in store. Lots of memories from items that aren't…read morein typical stores. They have the cutest aprons behind the register. I wish I would have gotten one! A big variety of tasty cookies on hand. You won't be disappointed!

Very friendly employees. They have a lot of candy, ice cream and cheesecake. I think some of the…read morecandy is overpriced such as the box candy. Dollar general has the some of the candy but a dollar cheaper. I think when I'm in. Hermann again, I will stop and see what is new. Cute business

This was my second trip here. The first it was the destination, the second was a side quest. I…read moredidn't realize how close it is from Elephant Rocks State Park and Johnson Shut-ins!! The store is so cute! The mix of nostalgic candy, rare finds, antiques, ice cream, coffee, and bulk items can be overwelming, but in a positive way. It is almost like a candy / treat store and a museum all in one. On this trip, I got some coffee sample packets for my husband's Easter basket, a frappe for each of us, and a couple of candies for the household. The shop is bursting with products, so the aisles are a bit tight for passing people stopped to check out the fun products. Caledonia is a charming little village with shops, eats, and several outdoor adventures in the area.

Step back in time when you step into this mercantile. It's one of those places you just have to…read morestop at if you're in the area. There's so much to see here. When we visited, it was decorated for Christmas, giving it a cozy, vintage holiday vibe. The shelves were filled with childhood candies (even candy cigarettes). They also have an impressive selection of coffees from around the world -- and the prices are refreshingly reasonable. The handmade ice cream bar is a must-try. We ordered an ice cream flight with five samples, perfect for sharing since we couldn't decide on just one of the many delicious flavors. The assortment of chocolates looked amazing too. Upstairs, you can stroll through a collection of antiques that add even more charm to the place. We really enjoyed our visit -- it's a place that makes you slow down, take it all in, and maybe leave with a few extra treats you didn't plan on.

I stopped in to visit my nephew and some other family members who were at a baseball tournament in…read moreChesterfield. We decided to do a quick dinner at the District. As we were leaving 4 hands my kids convinced my parents to go with them into this store. I'm not sure I've ever seen my kids' eyes open so wide. There were so many choices they didn't know what to do. The store is bright, well maintained, and has an appealing vibe to it. The service was good, and the staff were friendly. Inside there are a number of kiosks with different types of candy. You then fill bags with candy and pay by weight. This is the main attraction, but there are also some boxed candies and some other merchandise. The variety is massive, just a ton of bulk candy. There were probably a dozen or more different gummy options alone. My favorite were the gummy octopi.

This brand new location is a candy lovers dream!! Not only do they have a massive selection of bulk…read morecandy options but tons of "viral" tik tok candies and "old school" favorites. All bulk candy is $1/ounce and you can make bags with as much or as little as you would like. The space is bright and extremely clean. If you're looking for specific candies for a color scheme or party, this is a great place for options. I will definitely be back!

I was in Columbia for a family wedding and was excited to see, my welcome bag had favorites of the…read morebride and groom. I had a packet of Chocolate Covered Pretzels and another packet containing a Chocolate Covered Oreo. Typically I was a glass of cold milk with my Oreo, but this one from the Candy Factory was perfect just being dipped in chocolate. The pretzels gave me a nice mix of savory and sweet. The two pack had one dipped in Milk Chocolate and another in, White Chocolate. I surprised myself, by liking the White Chocolate best. It seemed to have a sweeter taste, which went well with the salty pretzel. While out exploring downtown Columbia, I stopped by to give their Chocolate Covered Strawberries a tasting. OMG - so good. The chocolate shell had a good crunch and the berry was super juicy. I feel bad that I did not, take a picture of the deliciousness. The customer service was attentive and the associates were eager to recommend their favorites. If you love chocolate, you gotta stop by Candy Factory.

I love this local buainess they were great to send my daughter treats through out her college time…read morein Columbia. This ywar foe Mothers day my daughter for me truffles from there. Wow!! Their chocolate is obe 9d the best i have had and their amaretto truffle was so good!

This was the best candy I've ever had, and this is coming from someone the is not a chocolate…read moreperson. We bought some at the Grafton Winery and I am hooked.

From the owner: Unique candy created for our customers per their order/requests and custom party themes/favors to…read moresuit all occasions!

Love this place! This is our second time here on our Rte. 66 journeys and we found the staff so…read morehelpful both times. There are 2 murals outside and, of course, the giant rocking chair. It's the largest on Rte. 66, second largest in the U.S.! Fun to see. We bought 2 flavors of popcorn (white cheddar and dill pickle), so many flavors of fudge that I forget, several bottles of cola (vintage Dr. Pepper and several Route 66 flavors) and a Rte. 66 lapel pin. So many choices!

As you may already know, this is where the "World's 2nd Largest Rocking Chair" is located, which is…read morejust to the left of the place. (On a brighter note, the chair is the biggest on Route 66...) But be sure to stop at the Fanning store. The woman working behind the counter wasn't very friendly, and I was hoping to meet the owners but they took the day off. But there are plenty of great souvenirs here, and arguably the best selection of Route 66 souvenirs in Missouri. Whatever it is you collect, they probably have it. Lots of different fudge to choose from. Oh, and no shortage of sodas as there are lots, I mean lots of different flavors and brands. It's safe to say that it rivals Pop's in Arcadia, Oklahoma. I heard they also sold Route 66 knives, but I wasn't able to find them. Maybe somebody already did. In the back of the store, there's a Rural King-type place in the back. As you're headed to the west, leaving Cuba, be sure to stop here. You won't regret it. I promise!

We absolutely love the colorful and unique design and decor of the shop. The candies are amazing. I…read moream here for the boba! The only thing I don't like is 9 times out of 10 we come for the blue licorice that my brother loves, it's not in stock. Otherwise, cute shop with sweet people and in a convenient location!

Funniest, weirdest, coolest place we've been to for our trip across the country…read more I won't spoil what they say, but you HAVE to stop by here omg...you won't regret it!! There's a "freak show" with live two headed animals, animals in jars that are abnormal, three legs, two heads, you name it lol. It's soooo weird in there! Definitely for the creepy crew! There's a lot to see but not enough lol, and worth a stop!

What an interesting experience. I'd been wanting to stop in to see what the hype is all about…read more Nothing to exciting. There are some things to look at and some photo ops and a store. The store holds some super oldies in candy and shirts and other items for purchase. The people at the register great you and also carry on at the register (kind of funny). Even the washroom walls are funny

I B nuts over this clever and creative little gift shop. It was the first store we visited on our…read moreday trip to WashMO. The variety of nuts, dried fruits and candies was vast. They were packaged in a variety of sizes, from snack to sharing. In addition to all sorts of edible goodies for people, they had a selection of dog treats as well. They also had an area devoted to Missouri made products, many of them made right there in Washington. Being addicted to jalapeños, I could not resist purchasing a couple jars of jelly. In addition to the nuts, they specialize in gift baskets. The ones on display were very impressive. In addition to the food items, they have cute gifts items, like coasters, napkins and witty signs to complete the gift. The owner was extremely friendly and gave us pointers on where else to shop, drink and eat as we explored her historical town. Will I return? - Next time I'm in WashMO. When: November 15, 2017 Why: Exploring Washington

This is one of those quaint little locally-owned outfits that you love giving business to…read more As you might guess from the name, they sell packaged sleeves of dried fruit, nuts, candies, and combinations of the three, but what they specialize in is making gift baskets and other arrangements. I found myself in need of roughly 10 gift baskets for some clients, and the owner Barb was more than accomodating. I asked if I could include wine and cheese with the baskets (which they didn't sell) and not only was it not a problem, but she picked the items up for me and let me pay her for them when I picked up the baskets! Now that's good customer service. =) This would be a great place to wrap up your holiday gift-giving needs when you get to the people that are impossible to buy for, or to supply a party you're having with some "grab a handful" type food.