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    4.5 (8 reviews)
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    Still the best! Brings back childhood in a bucket. Good fresh, but I like it better When cools a bit. Addictive.

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    Johnson's Popcorn

    Johnson's Popcorn

    4.4(87 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $

    If you haven't had Johnson's Caramel Corn, you haven't really been to "The Boards" at Ocean City…read more We grabbed a small bag (and a tub to take home) of their caramel corn and it was exactly what you'd hope for. Rich, warm, perfectly coated, and had that homemade taste that sets it apart from anything store-bought. It's sweet without being cloying, crispy without being hard, and nostalgic without feeling dated. This is caramel corn that holds its legacy with pride. What makes it hit even harder? It's tradition. My mom remembers getting it when she came down to the Shore with my grandparents, and here we are, still making that same stop, now with our kids. There's something sacred about that kind of continuity. The stand itself is pure boardwalk. No frills, no gimmicks. Just a steady stream of locals, tourists, and generational snackers getting their fix. Multiple locations across the boardwalk means it's always accessible, and the staff keep the line moving fast, friendly, and efficient. You can tell they serve a lot of caramel corn every day, and every batch still feels fresh. Whether you're doing a food crawl or just strolling after dinner, this is a must-stop. A Jersey Shore legend, plain and simple. You gotta go!

    We love Johnson's! Their original, caramel, and cheddar flavors come in three sizes, and you can…read moremix them. We always get a tub of mixed cheddar/caramel for the ride back to Southampton.

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    The Original Fudge Kitchen - 8th and Boardwalk OCNJ

    The Original Fudge Kitchen

    4.1(50 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    We sampled a variety of freshly made fudges including sea salt caramel, vanilla, Oreo, and mint…read more The fudge here is softer and pan-prepared, which is quite different from the loaf-style Mackinac Island fudge I'm used to (my personal gold standard). That said, it was still delicious, and the flavor selection made for a fun tasting experience. The sea salt caramel was probably the standout for me. The shop itself has that pure Ocean City boardwalk charm, an old-school candy store with a wide range of sweets, some clearly made in-house, alongside nostalgic classic candies. It's the kind of place where you just want to linger and explore. Staff were excellent, very friendly and welcoming. We were with our oldest, just browsing and tasting together, and it made for a memorable little stop. Highly recommend. This is a must-hit for anyone walking the boards in OC. I'll definitely go back.

    Okay, so this is saying a lot coming from me . . . I am an Ocean City girl through and through!…read more Been coming here since I was literally age 5 with my very beloved, departed grandparents (God rest their souls). I felt like getting away last night, so my son and I took the almost hour ride to OC. There were literally only four stores on the boardwalk open! Fudge Kitchen was one of them :) We had a fun time perusing the store. The one male employee there was super nice. I got some (wowee fresh!) Swedish fish; my son, cashew bark (thickest I've ever seen) and we got some Macaroons for my daughter who stayed back. Although I felt like I was "cheating" on Shriver's (a family tradition that started with my aforementioned grandparents), I must say that everything we had was yummy, plus the store was very clean and organized.

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