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The customer service here is really worth a review. I recently stopped in to buy my mom some fudge to take with her when she moves out of state, and I was blown away by how friendly everyone in the shop was the whole time I was there. From the moment I walked in to a hearty greeting to a friendly chat over the fudge counter and with another woman working in the shop, everyone there is just so NICE. The shop is cute and full of a lot of old school kitsch and candy to take you back, too. read more

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Dian D.

Thank you, Chanele for taking time to share your kind words. We so…

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Emily G.

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customer service is top notch and the fudge is so amazing well worth the visit! Seriously can't recommend them enough. several different factors of fudges and they offer sample and don't make you feel rushed. Worth the visit read more

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Dian D.

Thank you, Emily! We so appreciate you and look forward to seeing you…

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Lee S.

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This place will take you back in time. Old school candy and unbelievable fudge that is made in house. Gifts galore. Some good friends of ours own it and you should definitely stop in and say hi. They are going to start renting out a room upstairs. We stayed in it and it's perfect. read more

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Dian D.

Thanks for visiting us, Lee! We hope to see you again soon!

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Marcus F.

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A must stop for their Prickly Pear homemade fudge. If you like See's Mayfair chocolate, or the retro sweet "The Big Cherry" you'll love this fudge. I also tried their other signature flavor, "The Gold Nugget". Not too bad on price so buy both flavors when you stop in. -They have other sweets and savory snacks too. -Lots of vintage western gifts. read more

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Dian D.

Thanks for stopping in Marcus and also for the nice review! Hope you…

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Betty N.

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Best fudge around! And the staff is so helpful and friendly! It can get pretty busy from 12-3pm but it's worth the wait in order to try a couple fudge samples! The new owner has really improved the selections in the store! We go there every year while in town and it was starting to get old seeing the same stuff all the time. They also have more sugar free items than before. :) Do yourself a favor and visit Goldfield Ghost Town and stop in to the mother lode mercantile! You won't be disappointed! read more

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Dian D.

Thank you, Betty! We so appreciate your reivew and hope to see you…

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Javier E.

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Friendly staff and some of the best chocolate fudge I have ever had!! If you are a local or from out of town I highly recommend stopping by for some fudge. The ghost town has a lot to offer but this place sets a high standard for your sweets cravings! read more

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Thanks for stopping in, Javier! We look forward to seeing you again…

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Emily R.

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Amazing experience great friendly staff Joel Katie are awesome at the taffy and fudge stand

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Dian D.

Thank you for taking time to post a review, Emily. We appreciate you…

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Jim C.

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Great fudge selection and great service, worth the drive if you are looking for homemade fudge

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Dian D.

Thank you, Jim for your review! We appreciate you and hope to see you…

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Katie A.

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It was a cute gift shop for those from out of town - fairly overpriced and a little too touristy for me. The people were so friendly and there were some homemade, sweet treats to purchase. I would recommend for the person who travels in from out of town, but probably a place that the locals could avoid. read more

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Dian D.

Thanks for the review, Katie!

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Mary P.

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Stopped by this tourist shop in Apache Junction. The tourist ghost town in general is very cute. Liked this shop the best of the ones I stopped at. Staff was friendly and offered samples of the fudge and nuggets. The churro nuggets were the best in our opinion of all the flavors. The prickly pear and gold nugget fudge was delightful. Great presentation, my only critique on the fudge is that it should be weighed instead of by chunk especially when a small chunk is supposed to be 1/4lb. My prickly pear fudge weighed less than 1/4lb and the gold nugget one weighed more than (but the average worked out to 1/2lb luckily). Prices are what you would expect for a tourist shop, a little on the high side. They had a nice assortment of merchandise, snacks and souvenirs. read more

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Dian D.

Thanks so much for stopping into our store and writing the nice…

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James T.

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Went in today after seeing a side on the road advertising prickly pear fudge and it was to die for, best fudge I've ever had. The ladies at the counter were beyond helpful and friendly. 10/10 read more

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Dian D.

Thanks for coming in, James and thanks for the 5 star review. We…

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Channon H.

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My husband and I stopped in here on a Sunday, Valentine's Day. The store smells like sweets. They have several flavors of fudge and they offer samples. The staff was friendly and helpful even though they were trying to close they made us feel welcome in their store. read more

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Dian D.

Thanks so much for the nice review Channon. We try to keep it “sweet”…

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Michelle T.

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In the FREE to park and enter,Goldfield Ghost Town . They used to sell these unbelievably addictive "churro gold-nuggets"but no longer...(silent scream& one tear !) Near the parking lot this could be considered the "main" gift shop in town.The facade is a picture perfect old west porch & mechantile,a darling little store. Prickly pear flavored jelly jars &syrups& everything else to take "back home" and hot chili stuff & "gag gifts"galore! So , at least the merchandise is darling. Their attitude towards strollers and children is less endearing. I mean,a candy store that hAtes on kids is a tough one. But since I don't have kiddos ,and do love their Fudge.... I just can't resist a peak at all the kooky merchandise & desert themed treats. The laugh we get from The Lost Dutchman,Gold prospector fortune telling machine on their porch is always worth a buck! read more

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Tyler L.

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Unbelievable fudge and great personalities working the fudge stand. Definitely coming back.

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Dian D.

Thank you, Tyler! We appreciate your review, and look forward to…

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B E.

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Meh. Crowded. Kitschy. Not a lot of things to chose from. Tried some fudge. Nothing stood out. It's in a very touristy location and is in a prime spot. But was over priced motherload of nothing in particular. read more

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Dian D.

Thanks for the review. We made lots of changes in 2023. We hope you…

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Lizzie B.

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This was a great store for getting Arizona and Goldfield Ghost Town souvenirs. There was air conditioning, which was great in the summer heat. Candies, toys, cups, mugs, tons to choose from. The ladies working in the store didn't pressure anyone into buying or yell at us about masks, social distancing, etc., which was greatly appreciated. We got a few things here and will definitely stop back in when we visit Goldfield Ghost Town again! read more

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Dian D.

Thanks for the nice review EL! We keep our shop fun and hope everyone…

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Claudia M.

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Online ordering. My family and I fell in love with Mother Lode Mercantile when we visited last August, and the customer service was amazing. As well as the Homemade Fudge customer service. Unfortunately, not when ordering online. I paid almost $10 for the USPS express delivery. On day one, ordering online went smoothly; I received a tracking number, which was not a problem. Day 2: item not yet received at USPS. Day 3: The item has yet to be received at USPS. I called the store and asked about my order. I was told it went out on D2. I explained why I ordered it earlier in the week, and the only response was hurriedly and annoyed, "I'm sorry, look up the tracking later this afternoon." USPS tracking showed delivery delivery 2 days after the birthday party. When I called USPS, it was confirmed that the order was dropped off on Day 3. The employees lied about when it was dropped off! Never again! Now, the embarrassing moment of having to give a birthday card with your gift is in the mail. Not a happy customer!! read more

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Dian D.

Dear Claudia, We are so sorry we missed the opportunity to delight…

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Liang Wei W.

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Delicious fudge! As mentioned by previous Yelpers, they sell prickly pear cactus fudge ($8 per half pound). They also have the Gold Nugget, a macadamia nut and caramel fudge with real 24K gold dust ($10 per half pound). These make really great gifts for friends and family! P.S. I got stopped at the airport because the gold dust was absorbing the X-rays. So yeah it is definitely reaaaaaaaal gold. read more

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Thank you so much for the nice review on our fudge Liang. We are the…

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Anita O.

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We had no idea where we would end up but we were extremely excited when we got there!! It's not just one store!! It's a village of stores some better than others. It's worth the trip!! The Mercantile had lots of earrings (casings from a 38 special -although not the real thing - and a 357); samples of Prickly Pear fudge. Very good I might add!! It's a most see and taste place!! read more

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Dian D.

Thanks for stopping by the nice comments Anita! For future…

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Charlotte G.

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Nice road trip. This was a cute place to stop. I tried the coconut almond fudge and yes, it is really great! Very rich! Walked around and saw some great souveniers. Bring cash. read more

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Dian D.

Thanks so much for visiting our store. We try to keep the store…

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Kathleen K.

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Rude, rude, rude. Customer service is non existent here, I guess because they just assume tourists will put up with it and never be back. Terrible way to treat paying customers. Candy is not worth it, very unsanitary in distribution. My family and I love visiting Goldfield ghost town, but will avoid this place like the plague..see ya never! read more

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While you didn’t leave any particular information for me, I will…

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Christine A.

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It's a really touristy shop with all the personalized mugs/keychains, magnets and other souvenirs. The real draw is the fudge, specifically their new prickly pear flavor. It's pink with little pieces of cactus candy embedded inside. $3 for a quarter pound, which is more than enough. If you're into Prickly pear, keep heading east on the 88 and get some prickly pear ice cream in Tortilla Flat. read more

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Susan L.

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This is your typical tourist shop. If you need a magnet, key chain or tee shirt, you will find it here.

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Dian D.

Oh Susan, I’m so sorry we didn’t intrigue you more. We hear so many…

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Nick L.

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This is a character shop in a great location. If you are coming along the Apache trail then this whole area is worth a stop for a gander. This store in particular I remember well because (1) it wasn't that long ago when we were there and (2) as the other reviewer mentions, prickly pear fudge. It's sickly sweet and supposedly the only place to get prickly pear fudge. This of course meant I had to get some to try. We had 1 block and it's super sweet. Super yummy as well. The lady helping us out was very patient and friendly. It was a very nice start to our trip. read more

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Victoria A.

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Just got back from Goldfield Ghost Town after a long day with rowdy nephews! The best part of the trip was the cutest store in the very front that sells the most amazing fudge ever! Each person got to pick a piece and they boxed it up so nicely to take home. The gift shop side of the store was like walking back in time! You will see toys from your childhood and awesome southwest jewelry, candy, and so many unique Christmas ornaments! Great find. So glad we stopped in! read more

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Dian D.

We are so happy to know that you enjoyed your visit to Goldfield…

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Janet C.

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What a fun time we had at Goldfield Ghost town. We were here on a busy weekend and it was such a beautiful day to walk about this town. We did the mine tour and the train ride. The shops are great and look most authentic especially the Mother lode Mercantile. The lady at the fudge counter let us try their flavors so that we each got to pick our favorite kind to take home. Great deal on the fudge if you buy 4 squares you get 1 free. This shop was just so cute and the kids in our group all found a souvenir to help remember the day. We will be back soon and bring our out of town visitors. read more

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EXTREMELY rude staff. I will NEVER patronize again. Left my selections behind.

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Tina S.

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This store is adorable and offers a much needed air conditioned escape. The fudge is pretty decent. The women who work there are so sweet and helpful....to adults. Watch out if you're a kid. They'll watch you like a hawk and roll their eyes at you. And god help ya if you point at the treats you want behind the glass and leave a fingerprint. They get super cranky about that. read more

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Jennifer S.

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Lets start by screaming FIVE STARS! If you can imagine going back in time to those days when you were so excited to have allowance money to spend on anything you want... Candy Cigarettes, Old Fashion Root Beer, Sasaracie, Toffee, Chocolate, Popcorn, sling shot, a "Red Rider" Beebe gun, puzzles, gift for Mom, gift for your sister and brother, t-shirts, books, mugs, personalized badges, all the feel good stuff.. This place has it. Not to mention the kind, no pressure sales clerks. All first class and eager to help you. But, you are not even close to leaving without the best fudge in the world as far as I am concerned.. ( I know my fudge), FREE SAMPLES! yes.. free no pressure to buy. It melted in my mouth... along with the chunks of real gold that is in it.... WoW! What a find. If you believe or not in ghosts or if you are thinking twice about a " Ghost Town" visit. Think again... this is something my family and I will never forget! read more

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Lawrence C.

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An OK tourist shop. If fits the venue. What more can you say, really. We take a lot of family here when they come to town as we live fairly close. The grandkids like it. I'm indifferent... read more

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This place rocks! Very cute western store with fun, original gifts for anyone looking for neat AZ things. Small assortment of western antiques too. They also have the best homemade fudge in the state, AND they give free samples! I loved the peanut butter fudge, but I understand the most popular flavor is the Prickly Pear fudge - made from the prickly pear cactus fruit. It's their own original recipe and I haven't found anyone else in the state making this flavor. Excellent fudge! Great place to visit and is located inside of Goldfield Ghost Town. read more

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More info about Mother Lode Mercantile

4650 N Mammoth Mine Rd
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
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(480) 983-4500
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https://www.motherlodemercantile.com

Hours

What time does Mother Lode Mercantile open?

Mother Lode Mercantile opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Mother Lode Mercantile close?

Mother Lode Mercantile closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Mother Lode Mercantile take Bitcoin?

No, Mother Lode Mercantile does not take Bitcoin.

Does Mother Lode Mercantile take credit cards?

Yes, Mother Lode Mercantile takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Mother Lode Mercantile have catering options?

No, Mother Lode Mercantile does not have catering options.

Does Mother Lode Mercantile have a drive thru?

No, Mother Lode Mercantile does not have a drive thru.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mother Lode Mercantile have bike parking?

Yes, Mother Lode Mercantile has bike parking.

Does Mother Lode Mercantile have parking?

Yes, Mother Lode Mercantile has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Mother Lode Mercantile wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Mother Lode Mercantile is wheelchair accessible.

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Specialties

Mother Lode Mercantile flaunts a melange of western gifts & souvenirs, an old time Candy Shoppe and the best fudge ever! Explore bushels full of confections such as homemade chocolates, candy cigarettes, Necco wafers & licorice pipes, but be sure not to miss the Cactus Candies, jellies and honeys. The main attraction at the Mother Lode is the enticing selection of homemade fudge, which is made fresh onsite almost daily. The two most popular flavors are their original Prickly Pear fudge - made from the fruit of the prickly pear cactus, and the Gold Nugget fudge which is made with real 23K gold! Be sure to ask for a sample. A special note to parents of little ones: We don't hate kids. We don't hate kids in strollers. Our store is very small. During season, hundreds of people a day come into the store daily. There is no room for strollers inside the store, so pls park them outside on the porch. We are a family store and try to maintain a family atmosphere. We ask that parents attend to their children while in the store. When children are left unattended, merchandise is broken, and damages occur by little ones chewing on the stuffed animals or dragging toys along the floor. In a perfect world, knowing parents would offer to pay for the damaged merchandise, but more often than not, they don't. We simply ask that you treat our place as you would treat yours. Take responsibility for your kiddos, and any merchandise they may damage. It's just the right thing to do.

History

Established in 1980.

The store is located in Goldfield Ghost Town, at the base of the Superstition Mountains just east of Phoenix, Arizona. Goldfield is the site of one of the largest gold mining towns in Arizona during the 1890s & after the golden heydays ended, the town was reconstructed in an effort to keep the old mining history alive. Today they offer Mine Tours, Gold Panning, Horseback riding, Brothel tours, and a slew of western themed shops and attractions. The original store was called Peterson's Mercantile, and the header of the building still sports that name. When the town was reconstructed in the 1980s, this particular store was named the Miner's Find Gift Shop and Ghost Town Candy Shoppe. It was sold in 2008 and renamed the Mother Lode Mercantile to properly reflect the extensiveness of products that they offer. This is a great place to bring the entire family for a day out in the old west, and enjoy the infamous and incredible Apache Trail to make it a full day of fun and adventure.

Meet the Business Owner: Dian D.

Pur’d the Mother Lode Mercantile on June 23rd, 2023

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Review Highlights - Mother Lode Mercantile

“Went in today after seeing a side on the road advertising prickly pear fudge and it was to die for, best fudge I've ever had.”

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I tried this spot for the first time today and I'm honestly in love. I got the Pumpkin Spice…read moreHorchata with boba and it was SO rich, creamy, and perfectly sweet - I've never had horchata like this before and the boba made it even better. My daughter Azul got a Thai tea and it was super good too; they made it perfectly. My son got a cookies and cream drink and he loved his. The ratio and balance on all of our drinks was perfect, you can tell they actually know how to make their teas and drinks right. The shop itself is super clean, there's plenty of space to sit and relax, and the vibe is fun with arcades and claw machines that keep the kids (and adults) entertained. The staff is very nice and friendly and made the whole experience feel extra welcoming. We're definitely coming back - this is a new favorite boba spot for us. *** PLUS it's locally owned and operated.

Sooo good!!!! We were in AJ to visit a friend and I searched for boba and found Boba shack, not…read morerealizing it was the one in Queen Creek for so long! Their boba is fresh, soft and so good. The black tea and brown sugar is delicious. My daughters loved the pina colada smoothie and the strawberry slush. The owner was there and was so friendly, he spoke to each customer like he was friends with them. The place was clean, bright, and comfortable. I'll drive 30 min to come back!

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Lauren M.

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1 year ago

Wasn't sure what to expect, but wow. I bake a lot and I'm pretty picky about lemon stuff, but this fudge is actually amazing. It's super creamy and tastes just like a lemon bar. I wasn't planning on loving it this much but I'm lowkey obsessed now. read more

Bilee B.

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3 years ago

A great place to bring your friends and family. The fudge and other handmade treats are amazing. A fun store to shop in! The guys behind the fudge counter are hilarious! I highly recommend this store at the Goldfield Ghost Town. read more

Chas J.

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6 years ago

Overpriced trash and terrible fudge. For a business that relies on tourist money to support itself, the employees are extremely rude. Save your money and support the other businesses at Goldfield. read more

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