We were taking a late night stroll along the wharf when Richard noticed us staring longingly…read morethrough the windows at the sweet treats inside. We thought they had closed for the day, but Richard was kind enough to open the door, welcome us in, and share a little history about how this shop has been run by his family for decades. We got to try a couple pieces of salt water taffy and although I've never really been much of a taffy person, the taffy that they make in-house was perfectly chewy and we especially enjoyed the coconut caramel so we left with an assorted bag to try. We may have been converted into taffy people after this... but even if taffy isn't your thing, they have plenty of other sweets to choose from so make sure you stop by and say hi to Richard!

Racist owners…read more People infront of us were able to pick their own salt water taffy flavors even with a lot of customers waiting. When it came to us (asians) the owner kept telling us to buy from the outside pre-packed ones, while others were able to pick their own flavor. I wanted certain flavors as I do not like all of the flavors they have in the mixed taffy pack. I would not recommend coming here if you are asian. We ended up leaving empty handed because they were like "i have a lot of customers waiting" oh well, as if we were not customers. Don't open a business if you are treating your customers differently!

Great Fudge!!! It's nice to find a place that still serves this anymore. Thanks Candylandread more

Absolutely horrible service towards my daughter, she came home after a night with her friends very…read moresad, one of the workers in the shop told them they were being disrespectful and making a mess and to leave the store, but another parent was right outside watching them and they hadn't done anything, they simply bought a single slushie and looked around and were rudely kicked out, if your kids ask to go there, find another store, the worker was extremely rude and I hope she knows she should watch her manners. If I was her mother I would be very very disappointed in her actions.

The FUDGE is delicious. I don't get any of the other candies and treats available in the store, not…read moremy taste. However, the fudge is always a great attraction for me. It's super soft with a deep chocolate taste, lots of flavors to choose from such as german chocolate cake, cookies and cream etc or classics like milk chocolate and dark chocolate etc. The sign says 1/4 pound minimum for fudge purchases. So I chose 2 flavors and asked for 1/8 pound of each, which would total the minimum requirement of 1/4 pound fudge. However, worker clarified that the sign meant 1/4 pound minimum for EACH flavor. Ended up choosing the Rocky Road chocolate and I was so delighted to eat it! Highly recommend the fudge, can't recommend anything else here really.

Candy World is one the most effective tourist traps I've ever seen, a big, barn-red candy store…read moreright at the start of Old Fisherman's Wharf. My four-year-old was mad when we walked past it, and only moved on because I promised we could go back if he didn't get a sweet treat at one of the other shops. We walked the whole way down the wharf and my son still wanted Candy World, it's like the storefront imprinted itself on his vulnerable little mind. We were with our two-year-old and four-year-old nephew too, and all three boys were thrilled to go inside--like kids in a candy store, as the saying goes. There were stacks of buckets by the entrance, and we took one almost reflexively, falling deeper into the trap. The store was bursting with candy, just barrels and barrels of taffy and lollipops and every candy you might find in your average drugstore. The prices were astonishing. $4 for a ring pop, $6 for one of those flashlight candies that always show up in party favors. It took some work declining to buy those for my kids. We decided to get some fudge instead, and paid like $12 for small pieces of milk chocolate and dark chocolate sea salt caramel. Service was fast and helpful enough, and the kids devoured that milk chocolate. I tasted it and while it wasn't especially good, it was spectacularly sweet. The sugar was almost gritty on my teeth. The dark chocolate sea salt caramel was slightly better. If my kids had had their way, they would've filled that bucket to the top, and the bill might have climbed well into the hundreds. Candy World trapped us, but I feel like we got out relatively unscathed.

This time, purchased truffles, PB, raspberry, apple pie and amaretto; milk chocolate & almonds; and…read moremilk & dark PB cups. All very good and fairly priced. It was busy and workers assisted people fairly and with patience. Expect small area, but a bunch of treats in a small space. Previous trip tried the fudge, it was good!

The Cottage of Sweets is exactly that a charming little cottage packed with all kinds of different…read moresweets. They have a variety of new candies, imported chocolates, fudge, old-fashioned style candies and more. The staff is friendly and the store is small but they offer a nice selection.

We come to Monterey every year and always stay on Cannery Row, and this place is always a must stop…read morefor our kids! But this time our experience was so great that I actually wanted to take the time to write a review. From the moment we walked in we were greeted so genuinely and kindly. Chris was amazing! He was friendly, funny, easygoing, and went above and beyond to make the visit fun for the kids. He offered samples, showed them all the viral candies, the sourest ones, the most popular ones, and really took the time to interact with them. What would normally just be a quick stop to grab candy turned into a whole experience that the kids were still talking about afterward :) It's not often you come across someone who genuinely seems to enjoy what they do and makes that much of an effort. Chris definitely made this year's visit extra special :) We really appreciated it and can't wait to come back!

This is your typical It's Sugar Candy store but they offer few samples of the candies…read more They have a large selection and other types of merchandise. It is fun to pass thru and enjoy a sweet.

There are barrels full of sft taffy candy and much more. It's a candy lovers dream come true lol.read more

Offerings at this shop include a nice range of candies, chocolates, ice cream, and miscellaneous…read moregifts. We got several dark chocolate treats this past Wednesday (dark chocolate almond turtle, dark chocolate pecan bar, dark chocolate covered oreo), some pop rocks, as well as bottled water. The quality and service was more than sufficient in meeting our needs during our recent visit. But it's a touristy spot, so expect touristy prices.

While we were walking around Carmel a couple of months ago, we found this gem of a place tucked…read moreinside the many alleys of Carmel-by-the-Sea. From the main street on Ocean Avenue, their sign is hanging at the entrance of the alley, along with a "Thomas Kinkade" sign adjacent to it. As you enter the quaint little alley, go straight down this whimsical pathway and right around the corner is this Chocolate Garden in front of a garden. It felt like we were gonna run into the Hobbits from 'Lord of the Rings' as we were wandering into this enchanting place. The word xocolatl comes from Nahuatl and means "bitter water," describing the original cacao drink consumed by the Aztecs and Mayans. This boutique store specializes in ethically sourced, single-origin chocolates from indigenous growers in Central and South America. Known for its rich selection of truffles, drinking chocolate, and cacao tastings, along with health products and artisanal items like jewelry and textiles. Although they specialize in chocolates from the Central and South America regions, they appear to have chocolates from all over the world. But what caught my attention as we were perusing inside their vast quantities of imported chocolates, were the Filipino-flavored chocolates straight from the Philippines. The brand is Theo and Philo, which we've never heard of before, but they are an award-winning chocolatier and is celebrated for its craftsmanship, storytelling, and commitment to fair trade, supporting scholarships and farming communities. They had flavors like Calamansi, Barako Coffee, Pinipig (Pili Nut), Green Mango, Sili Labuyo (Spicy Chili), Turon and.......ADOBO. Holy sh*t, I knew I had to get that one. And yes, it really did taste like Adobo. ***mind blown*** Once we eventually finished them, we craved some more and decided to order some more online. We were planning on ordering directly from the Philippines but quickly realized it was gonna cost us more in shipping. Luckily, I remembered the sales lady handing me a card and stated that we can order directly from them. So, that's what I did. I'd definitely order again and again, and these are especially great as gifts for special occasions. I've already ordered more batches that I will gift for my friends and family. Not only are they a great company, the Xocolatl Garden also offers sustainable chocolatiers from all over the world and is dedicated to sustaining indigenous communities and preserving the rainforest, making it a destination for both taste and tradition.

Loved the $5 tasting option. And the secret pathway to get there was whimsical…read more In fact I would like to see more of the tasting option. Maybe emphasizing the experience and notes in each chocolate. It would be fun to dive deeper into it as an event with seats and pairings as there were many things I wanted to try and learn about but it just seemed too pricey to take the chance on one bar.

After a hearty lunch, we took in the sights at Fisherman's Wharf before heading back our hotel…read more When we reached the Cannery Row area, my mouth was patched and I was sweating from walking through the Festa Italia. As my friends decided to do some shopping, I remembered this 2nd floor store that sells Icees (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=gDJ8IbSKmhaMfJX_QLp2SQ). I went straight to the self-serve machines and filled a large cup. Besides this, I went to the refrigerator and grabbed a bottle of Sprite Zero. When I reached the cashier, I tried to pay for my drinks but my generous friend combined my items with his daughter's candy purchase in paying for everything. Everything was fine though note that the prices are on the higher side likely due to the location. I am glad to know about this store and, if you want a nice photo opp, there is a shark display just outside of the street entrance.

This store has the biggest selection of saltwater taffy. I couldn't believe all the flavors they…read morehad. Everything is organized well. The taffy are in barrels so it's easy to browse through and find your favorite flavors. There is something for everyone here.

I can never resist an apple from here whenever I'm in the area. The Pecan Bear, Peanut Bear and…read moreAlmond Bear are always such a sweet treat! I always look at the chocolates there and while it's pricey, it's definitely worth it, although I can never finish it in one sitting. Though like the apple, it can always be eaten over the course of a few days to extend the delightfulness! While the sweet treats are great, customer service is always a hit or miss and until you flag someone down, they won't come to help you unless you're by the register. Though on a slower day, they're a tad more pleasant. It's also a small shop with a huge bear inside so you can only fit so many people plus a stroller, so best to leave them out if possible.

$4.75 for the lemon truffle. Thick, hard chocolate shell, not great flavors. Overpriced Colorado…read morechocolate designed to be display stable instead of focusing on great taste. Absolutely worthless.

***Please read before going.***…read more Be aware that there are no prices for any of the macaroons in the store. My wife and I went in and ordered 2 truffles, and 10 macaroons. Our total came out to $100... $100!!! I literally left wondering what they heck we ordered.. Now, we're not saying they're not tasty. Although I will say they are nowhere near worth the ~$7 per macaroon. The lady at the front was nice, although she seemed to try and pressure us into buying more and more flavors. Which makes sense- because they expensive as hell. I wish we had read further reviews and asked ahead of time how much they cost. My coworker makes macaroons and they taste incredible- much better than these. Learn from our mistake!

$10 each for truffles! Not even that good! Total tourist trap. AVOID! I should have known with…read morenobody in there. Ridiculous rip off. I love my wife, so I just paid and held in my frustration.....