Cute little candy shop right downtown in Holland. Definitely something for everyone, including imported chocolates and treats, plenty of jelly/ gummy candy, and toasted nuts. The staff was very friendly and offered help several times. The shop is tiny, and was crowded during the tulip festival and I'd like to come back during a non-peak time so I could browse more. The spicy chocolate covered peanuts were DEFINITELY as described and packed a punch! read more

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Cool store. Pricey but quite the selection. Easy to get overwhelmed when looking. I probably would've purchased more but felt rushed and a little uncomfortable. read more

First time customer today. It was a typical busy Saturday night. We walked around the cramped store that was overwhelming. We looked at the jellybeans and pushed one of the containers to get some. A teenage employee (slicked back hair, glasses, girl) came running over asking if we needed help. We said we were just looking and she demeaningly said "you can close the containers." So we pushed the button down while she was watching and there was one button still up from a previous customer. She pointed at it and said "that one too genius." At that point; we walked right out. I appreciate the teenagers working on a weekend but demeaning the customers will not bring in the money. I also get teenagers will go on power trips but this one cost the store a sale and a future customer. read more

It's the best!! Super helpful staff and fantastic candy selection. Really fun for hard to find retro candies and new release odd stuff that my kids LOVE! A must if you visit Holland! You'll be "that kid in a candy store" read more

Candy Candy Candy! This place gives all the nostalgia for me! I love walking into this store anytime I am in holland and grab a few pieces of candy I don't often see or think of but I know they will have in stock. The staff is amazing and they are so willing to help get you anything you ask for. The vibe in the store is so cozy, smells amazing and just filled with so much candy, chocolate and more! read more

Holland Peanut Store - Candy Stores Near Me - Holland, Michigan

Such a fun candy store right in the heart of Holland. They had every kind of candy including an amazing chocolate counter. I went with a bag of pick your own candy. You just let the staff know what kind of candy and how much you want and they bag it for you. There were so many choices. I love sour gummy candy so I tried a few flavors. I also had to get my favorite gummy pigs, I've never been able to find these in the US (only in Germany). All of the candy seemed pretty fresh and it was delicious. It's pricey for the quantity you get but worth the treat! read more

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You just need to stop in this store with every visit to Holland. The kids loved getting the super sour candies. This is such a classic place. I love the variety. Plus, I also like that you cannot just help yourself to the candies and put your hands in the bins. You have the employees help you get the candies. I know that sounds like I am being stuffy, but seriously, I do not like strange hands in my food. So, thank you Peanut Store for putting that in place. I love how tiny and packed the store is. If you cannot find the candy you are looking for, they probably don't make it. It is adorable, and quite the throw back to another era. read more

I love supporting small businesses and champion them whenever I can -- but I also expect a basic level of respect and customer service. Unfortunately, the Holland Peanut Store failed on both counts. When I visited, the place was packed (which is surprising given the way customers are treated). The owner -- or at least an older man in a green shirt carrying himself with an inflated sense of self-importance -- actually shoved someone out of his way. That alone spoke volumes. Worse, one of the workers was openly disrespectful to my grandmother, who was celebrating her 82nd birthday. She didn't understand the credit card minimum, and instead of explaining it politely, he dismissively asked her if she "even had any cash." All she wanted was some jelly beans for her birthday -- hardly a situation that calls for rudeness. The store atmosphere didn't help. Kids were running around misbehaving, and the high school-aged staff seemed to match the energy of the "green-shirted troll" in both tone and attitude. Small businesses thrive on community goodwill. This one seems to think customers are disposable. If you value being treated with even a shred of courtesy, I can't urge you strongly enough: steer clear of this place. read more

Great to be back visiting. My niece and nephew love the milk chocolate Sea-foam. Mackenzie did a great job and even offered to have it boxed. I tried some of the Swedish candies. So delicious! read more

Let me tell you this is one special place. It was my first time in the store, and I was flabbergasted. They make all of the roasted nuts in the house, and I was advised by a local to get the peanut paddle in the back with nuts. It's a vanilla ice cream bar dipped in chocolate with the salty chopped peanuts on the outside. Even though it was a cool day and Holland, this ice cream bar totally hit the spot. The inside of the facility is covered with college flags and banners, which patrons can bring if their school is not represented. You can get any type of candy you want in the store but I wouldn't worry with that. Head straight to the back for the freezer and grab one of these peanut paddles, you will not be disappointed. read more

Holland Peanut Store - Peanut paddle - Candy Stores Near Me - Holland, Michigan

Usually the roasted (no salt) are good. But my last trip in - they were the worst I have ever had. Don't know what they did differently - or they had been roasted and were to old. Nasty bad! read more

If you're a sweets fanatic, you will be in heaven here! We stopped in while waiting on a reservation, and this store is absolutely adorable. You can find just about any kind of candy you want here. If you're looking for some Dutch goodies to take home, they've got it all. They have all kinds of packaged goods along with a 'scoop your own' section. They also have other ethnic candies that are hard to find elsewhere. This store cannot be missed if you are frolicking around downtown Holland. read more

Holland Peanut Store - Lots of Dutch sweets! - Candy Stores Near Me - Holland, Michigan

This candy store had every candy you can think of. Especially childhood old favorites. Candy that you haven't seen in years. They had many different kinds of chocolates you can buy. I got salt water taffy that was best I ever had!!! It was really fresh and very flavorful.I also got zots which are hard to find and rock candy. So glad we went into this store. read more

I usually go by the adage "if you've got nothing good to say...". In fact, as far as I can remember, my reviews/feedback (Google, Yelp, Amazon, etc.) are all positive. People usually are quick to complain, but aren't as eager to compliment. Many years ago we got a $5 gift certificate for The Holland Peanut Store. Sat in a drawer for years, found it and brought it in several years ago and was told it was invalid--too old. Told myself I'd never go back, and didn't for years. Earlier this year, I did go there with my wife and mentioned to the older gentleman up front(assuming he might be management/owner) that I had an old gift card that wasn't honored on our previous visit--he said "...bring it in, no problem." Today I did. Cashiers refused to honor it and said they could run it by the owner. He looked at it, laughed and said "...wow, this is really old, I'm going to show this to the family! But, we can't accept gift certificates older than 2 years..." Doesn't say anything like it on the gift certificate. So, The Holland Peanut Store is happy to get money for nothing. No problem. You've lost a customer(again!)--this time I will never be back. Too bad, lovely store in a beautiful, quaint town. read more

I have been here a few times when I have visited Holland but we stopped in here today to browse. My boyfriend ended up getting some Clark peanut butter cups, which you don't see everyday, and I got some ginger peanut candies. The only reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5 is because a lot of the candies are pricey, it just depends on what you get though. They also have fudge and other chocolates near the counter. Be aware that there's also a $5 minimum for credit card charges. I still recommend dropping in here though, they have a lot of unique candies and chocolates. read more

During the shut down, I called and had them make up Easter candy boxes for my 4 grandkids. They shipped it quickly and the boxes arrived at n plenty of time for Easter. Periodically, I hear "that was REALLY GOOD candy!" Thanks for great candy and great service! Hopefully, I will be able to stop by in the summer. read more

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We came here through the randomest encounter. While buying pretzels at the farmer's market, the owner who was a math teacher saw that we had young children introduced us to come Holland Peanut Store, sharing with us his "math secret." He would regualrly bring his children to this candy store which has an aisle of candy's at certain price. So he would give his children a dollar and have them make the most value out of it. Hence, the children quickily learnt the importance of math and finance; two birds in one stone, GENIUS! Not only did we get our children to learn math and financial wisdom at the Holland Peanut store, this place was nostalgic and had loads of beautiful colors and interesting tasty treats. read more

What a sweet find in the middle of downtown Holland! They have chocolates and candies lining the store for kids of all ages. Taffy, gummies, Jelly beans, chocolates, and yes... peanuts! We found several bars of chocolate from a variety of countires like Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, and Germany. We found some of our favorite candies from our childhood! The staff are awesome and extremely helpful. They help you weigh items, pick out chocolates from the counter, and they answer any questions you have while there. Prices are reasonable, too. We enjoyed our visit! read more

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Great place with a huge selection of candy, nuts, and chocolate! This place makes you go back in time to your childhood. Loved this place! I got lemon-heads, candy fruit slices, laffy taffy and more! read more

THIS STORE WAS SUCH A MASSIVE VARIETY OF CANDY AND OTHER SWEETS. They even have a $10 for 1lb of pick your own candy!! Which is a stellar deal!! The staff of super nice there and helps with any questions!! read more

My sister was the one who recommended that I visit this place years ago. I have to confess that the summer I worked here, I looked, but never indulged. Well, that has changed! On our last visit I picked up a mixed bag. This time, I went back in order to bring home a birthday gift for friend and to get a couple pieces for myself. While I really wasn't crazy for their chocolate covered blueberries or chocolate covered cherries last time (they were Way too sweet for me), I absolutely loved their peanut butter peanut truffle! So I got one of those for myself and also decided to try the Keylime Truffle. It has an absolutely delicious dark chocolate exterior that I loved! I would definitely get that one again! To make up my girlfriend's birthday box, I asked what their most popular were. The girl behind the counter directed me towards the turtles and the chocolate covered caramels. So I did those along with an assortment of other truffles I thought she would particularly like (coffee truffle and the chipotle truffle). I felt like this was the perfect thing to bring home for my chocolate loving friend! This store provides friendly and efficient service! It's also every child's dream! They have bins upon Bins and shelves upon shelves of just about every kind of candy! read more

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Cindy- As aNurse Practitioner who has 10+ years of asthma and allergy experience- please encourage your friend to see an Asthma Specialist or Pulmonologist. The ALA, NHLBI and many other medical societies recognize that wearing a mask with asthma is the right thing to do during COVID-19, and it is often recommended to asthmatics to avoid triggers. If your friend is having that much trouble with her asthma, she is very poorly controlled and is at risk of death from her asthma. Please encourage her to see a Specialist. read more

As someone who likes old timey fun and candy this place was heaven to me. The Peanut Store had been recommended by some friends who live in the area so naturally I had to visit when I was in town last week. So many great childhood candy favorites--jaw breakers, Brach's hard candies, Mary Janes, jelly beans, Squirrel Nut Zippers, flavored Tootise Rolls, etc--all in huge tubs easy to access ("easy access": the ability to grab multiple fistfuls and shove them into your bag to be later weighed at the counter). And of course a wide variety of salt water taffy! They also carry a nice variety of novelty candies like pop rocks, big league chewing gum, and an array of stuff that looks like real things but are actually candy (see: candy cellphone). Also spotted a lot of Necco products that I thought only existed on old episodes of "Unwrapped" on the Food Network (see: Sky Bar). Chocoholics--fear not! They've got you covered too. A nice large glass case of chocolate covered treats awaits you should you choose to visit. I walked out with a white lunch bag full of candy for under 4 dollars and this included a candy bar (the aforementioned Sky Bar). There isn't room inside the shop to sit and enjoy your treats but there is a nice stoop outside for sitting and sugaring out. According to the folks at the shop the Peanut Store has been around for over a 100 years. I send hope into the universe so that they may be around 100 more! read more

Cute little candy store. I love little candy shops that sell fudge and other delicious goodies. It was pretty packed when we went. Everyone was packed like sardines and I was difficult to see where the line started. However, everyone was super nice and the people behind the counter were very observant because they knew who was waiting longer even when the line was a bit chaotic. We got some truffles and they were absolutely delicious with pretty reasonable prices. read more

Unfortunately with change in ownership over the last few years the leadership and service has also suffered. Very disappointing so many great memories as a kid read more

This store is ok. Not what I was expecting but curious because as I walked by the name entails peanuts and I love those salty shelled nuts. As I walk in I'm greeted by an array of shelves and barrels packed Full of product that isn't peanuts. Candies, kid enticing toys and throwback sweets line and fill those containers. Along with the products being overwhelming there were a ton of people in the store. It's not a big building so maneuvering in the two isles that were formed from merchandise was a bit tricky. It's Loud in there as well. Even thought merchandise is crammed in there it's still clean. There were some interesting items that I saw but didn't buy them. On one Wall they have cases of displayed chocolate covered goodies that are sold, pricey, by the pound, yet again I didn't buy anything. I finally saw a stand in the middle of the store of peanuts. One measly container of salty goodness sold by he pound hat you scoop yourself into a brown bag. I did just that too. Taking my item up to the checkout was also tricky. There was a Lime but it went fast. Staff isn't the friendliest. By the looks of it the chaos of guests and merchandise is probably a bit overwhelming and it shows in their attitude. Fun lil throw back, touristy store but I wouldn't waste my time to go in again. One time is good for me, unless Of course I want Some Salty treats. read more

Holland Peanut Store - Candy Stores Near Me - Holland, Michigan

Cute little store on the main drag in downtown Holland. LOTS of candy and nuts. Everything from gourmet chocolate bars from LA, to bulk candy, to home dipped chocolates. (Hello, chocolate dipped potato chips! ) Prices are pretty fair, and the selection is big and fun. Something for everyone. read more

I am ashamed to say that I have never been to the Holland Peanut Store, but I have been blessed by their delicious treats on so many occasions. Love their Sea Foam, Gummy Worms/Bears, and my absolute favorite: Chocolate Covered Peanuts. Keep doing your thing guys! read more

Holland Peanut Store - Yummy treats. - Candy Stores Near Me - Holland, Michigan

I've lived in Holland my whole life and finally had my first nutty paddle pop - and it honestly is the finest ice cream bar you'll ever have. Growing up, this was the spot I went to get Harry Potter candy (which they still have!) Now I go for the best dark chocolate selection and traditional Dutch treats for my friends to try. And I love that they have my school represented on their wall of flags - go Butler! read more

Holland Peanut Store - Nutty paddle pop - Candy Stores Near Me - Holland, Michigan

This family-run candy store has been a staple since my childhood. I still remember biking downtown to go here and Cobblestone hobby shop (baseball cards!). Almost every type of bulk or packaged candy or nuts you could possibly ever need, college flags on the walls, welcoming service, and a good selection of Dutch treats like babbelaars, licorice, peppermints, stroopwafels, and the like in addition to other imported and domestic candies. This is a must-visit if in Downtown Holland. Get Fabiano's Nutty Paddle Pops from the freezer in the back corner. read more

Stopped in this candy store in hopes of finding some good chocolates. I was not disappointed when I found they carried dark chocolate honeycomb chips! They are not easy to find. I was also excited to see that they had true cherry cordials. None of that white cream- just juice! Kids would love this place with all the baskets of penny type candy! read more

Always good service and great selection! I highly recommend this to anybody looking for high quality candy.

AMAZING nothing like I've ever seen before. this place is dedicated to treats and snacks and all stuff you would find at a normal store!

I come out to holland at least once a year, and naturally, I always spend a day or so downtown. One of few stores I've visited consistently every year is the Peanut Store. While the name insinuates the store sells peanuts (I'm not even sure how a business would operate selling only peanuts?), which they do sell a fair collection of, they mainly offer candy. A LOT of candy. The store is packed wall to wall with not only your run of the mill Hershey's Chocolate Bars and Snickers, but also old candy that's hard to find like Sugar Daddies and Old Fashioned Hard Candies. Not only that, but they have imported candies as well, from renowned treats like Pocky to weird stuff I've never heard of like Satellite Wafers. This place doesn't carry ALL imported candies, but they carry quite a good selection. The store sells a lot of saltwater taffy and assorted single candies you can bag up and buy by the pound along with whole bags and bars of candy you can buy in a more traditional manner. They've got multiple cases of gourmet-y treats, like chocolate truffles, chocolate covered peanuts and pretzels, dehydrated candied fruits, and tons more. Plus, they've got jars filled with quality chocolate and candy goodies unpackaged that can be combined into a bag to be bought by the oz. Finally, my favorite part: JELLY BEANS! The store offers rows of jars filled with tons of different jelly bean flavors, some more normal, and some quite odd. You can choose multiple flavors and make your own bag filled with an assortment of jelly beans. Otherwise, the atmosphere is lovely and the people are always kind. It can be a little busy, making it hard to maneuver around the small store, but it's 1000000% worth it! I beg you, take a minute and stop in! read more

Yep . . . wandered in to the peanut store while my wife shopped down the street. Told myself I was just looking. Several friendly people offer to help but were not pushy. Focused on their chocolates because most of those are made by them or in small batches locally. Cutting to the chase, I left with a pound selection . . . that is wonderful! read more

I did not approve the way one of the workers treated my friend. She has a medical condition which she has a severe asthma attack if she wears a mask. It's not The 1st time She was treated like that. I thought if a person had a medical issue they could be excused for wearing the mask I did not do business with them. read more

It was like stepping back in time. A pleasure to stroll through! So much to choose from. We bought salt water taffy and homemade peanut brittle. And the homemade peanut chocolate ice cream treats were "Heaven on a Stick" . Wish we could have eaten more than one!! read more

What a great store! Nothing pretentious, just outstanding chocolate and any candy you can think of!! Our sales girl, Keegan (hope that's right) and owner Celeste were just a sweet & helpful as could be. Have been there 3 times now. Never disappointed. Thanks for another great visit!!! read more

Mass amounts of taffy and other candies for $5/pound. Always crowded, super fun place to go for any age. read more

This place was so cool! I really enjoyed all the old fashioned candies! We ordered a selection of goodies to try: dark chocolate non pareils (huge and my favorite!), dark chocolate raspberry cream (decent!), espresso cream (yum!), maple cream (Andy's favorite!), cherry cordial, and cherry cheesecake truffle (yum!). Seriously very cute and worth a venture into during a stroll down cute McCute Holland downtown. read more