Nostalgia brews a small local confectionary shop. Suddenly, I am now a five year old little girl as my eyes are delighted elated with wonderment to see all things chocolate and sweets displayed in the wooden glass case. Surely, my eyes are bigger than my stomach (including wallet). I have always been gravitated to old establishments where there is a long history, period atmosphere decor and the charm. It is family owned and operated since year 1925. Schmidt's Confectionery has been on my Yelp bookmarks for what I felt like an eternity. Previously, I have attempted to patronized during the summer, but it is closed for the summer months partly due the heat and humidity which affects working with ingredients and not optimal temperatures. It is easily accessible via MTA NYC Transit elevated J train on Jamaica Avenue at Woodhaven Boulevard station in Woodhaven, Queens, NYC. However, I walked forty (40) minutes from my home to this business. Upon entering the atmosphere has a redolent chocolate aroma with history and tradition which is intoxicating. There are chocolate lollypops, chocolate covered fruit, nuts, truffles, caramels, but I was hoping for chocolate covered strawberries. I abhor caramel. I despise nuts (despite not allergic). I like truffles. I like thin mints, chocolate covered graham crackers and have a predilection for plain solid milk chocolate. It is run by a woman who is the granddaughter of the founder albeit welcoming and helpful. I would surely return again for chocolate lollypops, chocolate money coins. I do hope Schmidt's have chocolate hearts. At first sight, I could not decide since everything was very enticing and alluring too good. I decided cherry cordials. She shown me a mid-size box of approximately twenty (20) pcs priced $30.00, which I asked if there is a smaller box as a option available followed by she asked if I want either dark, milk or white chocolate type. Oh! Someone who finally listens and heed the hope within my mind, WOW! Customer service is attentive and a personalized shopping experience. She gifted the box with mediocre curling ribbons which I have worked in a high-end retail specialty paper store and trained to use either double-sided satin or organza ribbons - never used curling ribbons. She did distributed a sales receipt. There is a scale if customers were to purchase by the pound. Business cards are available for grabs which is now part of my business card collection in a shoe box. Cherry cordials, box of 8 pcs, $10.00 I was completely sold for this small box. I actually taste the handmade and homemade decadence concoction of milk chocolate. It did tasted fresh and too good to give it away as a gift which I ended up consuming entirely! I delightfully enjoyed my cherry cordials with half a glass of white wine. Wooho! The stems from the cherries are visible. This candy store is certainly reminiscent of earlier times frozen in place. As time is fleeting, I hope Schmidt's Confectionery will continue to operate indefinitely. read more

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This place will have feeling like a kid in a candy shop. The smell of chocolate when you first walk in is intoxicating and inviting. There's so many handmade chocolates and gift boxes to choose from. They even have cute stocking stuffer treats for Christmas! The girl who helped us out was kind and made us a 1/2 lb. assortment of popular milk and dark chocolate on the spot. $15 is a total steal for delicious handmade chocolate. We are definitely coming back and trying out more stuff! read more

Schmidt's Confectionery - 1/2 lb assorted half milk / dark chocolate ($15) - Candy Stores Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

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I love old NYC establishments like this. I got a mix of dark chocolates, and the ones I've tried so far are great. The woman who helped me was so nice, and she threw in an extra one she thought I'd like after I paid. She also let me know that they are closed in the summer in part because the heat and humidity makes it hard for them to work with their ingredients. That makes me feel like they are a pretty legit chocolate making operation. read more

Fantastic hidden gem frozen in time. Amazing candies made the same way they have been made forever. I always try to stop in whenever I am in the area read more

When you walk into Schmidt's it's like going back in time and not many places like this stand in these days. The way the displays, counters, flooring, & store front is it still has that old vintage look to it you have to love how they made things back then & not many places like this make homemade chocolates and candies like Schmidt's does. I have been coming here for many years. the owners are really nice people and very helpful when trying to choose from the many options of homemade chocolates they have. Schmidt's has some of the best milk and dark chocolates out there and nothing cant beat homemade. they have sugar free options, chocolate covered pretzels, chocolate covered caramels, chocolate covered coconut, chocolate covered almonds just to name a few. but hands down they have some of the best chocolates. my favorites are the fruit jelly candies, cherry and pineapple. raspberry jelly dark chocolates, chocolate covered pretzels and milk chocolate covered pecans. they are bit pricey and charge by the pound but that shouldn't matter its the experience of coming into this place. I wish they had some seating or made a little coffee/ hot chocolate bar or maybe they can come up with some homemade sundaes now that would be a awesome for this place to carry on for many years to come. Schmidt's is definitely a staple in queens and in new York itself. the place is easy to get to by public transportation, you can take the j or z trains to Woodhaven train stop and the shop is off of Jamaica avenue and 95th street or you can take the q11 or q53 buses and stop at Woodhaven Blvd. & Jamaica avenue and walk 1 block. read more

I have been going to Schmidts since I was a little girl. This is a one of a kind shop. Margie Schmidt is the granddaughter from 3 generations of family. The chocolate is amazing, because it's made from love. As an adult I frequent there often. I buy all my chocolate gifts at schmidts. Once you walk in that door, if the smell of the delicious chocolate doesn't get you, Margie the owner will. She is kind and generous. If you want a day to truly remember, visit Margie at Schmidts, you will not be disappointed. A little tip, try the Dark Cherries. Chocolate Graham crackers, I could go on and on. We love Margie , and Schmidts . Dont be a stranger. 94-15 Jamaica Avenue, Woodhaven, NY 718 846 9326. read more

The best damn candy anywhere!! Been buying here for over thirty years. All my family and friends buy from here. They even mail your order.

Just incredible old timey chocolate like almost homemade. Very nice family owned and run. read more

Best CHOCOLATE EVER. It's worth the trip! This chocolate shop has been here for a long time in Woodhaven and it is the best! No other store bought chocolate or chocolate shop can beat this place. read more

This place sure has a lot of charm. You can tell this place has been around for some time as soon as you walk in e.g. the smell, floor tiles and display cases. Came in after they were featured on Yelp not that long ago. We were greeted with a sample of chocolate covered graham crackers as soon as we walked in. Jeez Louise it was like heaven. A lot of choices, but we settled on dark chocolate covered oreos, almonds and some jelly candy. These were all really good I must say. So much better than the stuff you find sitting on a candy shelf for who knows how long. I do wish the chocolate's were presented neatly instead of stacked on top of each other. read more

Schmidt's is by far my favorite place for mouthwatering dark chocolates! My favorites are the coconut and caramels, but I usually grab a few pieces of different varieties to sample as well. Family-owned and very friendly inside, but I wish they were open on Sunday...That'd make it a bit easier to travel here for my fix! read more

Schmidt's Confectionery - Candy Stores Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

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Walking into this place is like walking back in time. So cute. So authentic. So many options. Sugar free options too. We got free samples offered to us. The owner was so nice and informative. It was so adorable that we walked in while she was making chocolate and she had spots of it all over her. So fun. She takes pride in the shop that she explained has been in her family since the 1920s!! FYI They close when the heat rises for the summer. The candy can't take it. read more

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Five stars has to be awarded to this cute, storied, historical confectionary. The pleasure and delight was all mine as I glared at the little chocolate covered objects of my affections. I'm not ordinarily super nostalgic, but I morphed into a seven year old little boy, taking in all of the sweet smells and coco euphoria behind the turn of the century, greenish glass plates. Everything's homemade, handmade from scratch. No machines involved. No where can you find such a varied assortment of fruit, nut and other fillings. No other chocolate has such a taste consistency I've not found anywhere else. Time honored, been there eighty years, not going anywhere, not another place like it at all. It's that good. read more

Excellent !! Best chocolate you'll ever taste BY FAR!! Almost everything is made by hand by Margie the owner and let me tell you something if you're in the area or even if you have to travel far to get there THE CHOCOLATE IS AMAZING !! I've read some of the reviews that say the customer service isn't good and I just have to put that to bed because this place maybe not be all "kiss your a**" (sorry) friendly but hey it's NEW YORK go in tell them what you want and leave with the best chocolate in the world! If I haven't convinced you yet well listen up I moved to Texas and I still call up Schmidt's to mail me some chocolate and this place never fails me ! THE BEST OF THE BEST!! read more

This place is a classic gem. I hope it's there forever. I The candy is delicious & the atmosphere is charming. Places come & go. This place is a local landmark. read more

Most excellent chocolates I've ever had. Third generation family business with old world values.

How have I not reviewed my favorite chocolatier?!? Everything here is delightful and made from hand. Margie seems to know and remember everyone and what their favorite candy is. I'm partial to the fruit jellies especially raspberry and to anything with marshmallow or maple. I like to pick up boxes for gifts and parties, always getting something customized for home. Schmidt's feels like a delicious throwback to another era. read more

Schmidt's has been in the neighborhood for 85 years. This place is older than old and Schmidt's is a candy store. I had a chance to speak with the owner extraordinaire and maker of these sweet treats. She is friendly, absolutely funny with a great sense of humor and easy to talk to and the shop has been in her family since her grandfather acquired it since the depression. This is a family own business and the chocolates are handmade. Nothing mass produced or machine produced, not here, everything is made from a time gone by where handmade items rule. No two pieces look alike and you can see and appreciate that this was truly made with heart and a lot of hard work. Don't come here looking for artisanal perfection, you won't find that here. Things here are down to earth and what your local, neighborhood candy shop would look like after 85 years. Times have made it tough for mom and pop stores to survive. Can Schmidt's endure? With the recession, and hard times that retailers face, business hasn't always been so good now. But I truly hope Schmidt's continues for many more generations as we are losing so many small businesses that bring uniqueness and character to a neighborhood. Come and visit and buy some goodies from Schmidt's. There is everything from malted chocolate balls in dark or milk chocolate, sugarless chocolates and a large selection of only milk or dark chocolates with various, nuts, fruits and creams, jellies and marshmallows for $14.95 a lb. There is peanut brittle, seasonal items such as turkey shaped chocolates in small to large sizes, non pareils, fall leaf shaped chocolates, and truffles. I spied chocolate coated pretzel rods in dark and milk chocolate at a very reasonable 2 for $3. Owner also gave some samples, I had some milk chocolate with peanuts, and some harvest chocolate coated with orange, yellow, brown and white round candy sprinkles. There are also candies in jars like gummy bears, jelly beans, licorice jelly beans, candy corn, pumpkin butter cream, jelly pumpkins, jelly fruit rings, and rock candy on a stick. I had some chocolate covered marshmallows and a jelly marshmallow bar and grab a medium turkey shaped chocolate to go. There is a plaque that hangs when you first come in at the front of one of the counters it reads "Chocolate is the answer, I don't care what the question is!" Right answer! Stop by this neighborhood confectionery. You can take the J train all the way to Woodhaven Blvd. If you are in Queens, take Q11, Q21 or Q53 that runs along Woodhaven Boulevard to Jamaica Avenue. read more

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Why did I have to find this place? I walked by one time a couple of months back and thought 'oh how quaint.' This past Friday, I had reason to darken their doorway and my life will never be the same again. I tried the Milk Chocolate covered cherries. Spectacular Milk Chocolate covered marzipan. Stupendous Milk Chocolate coconut supremes. Exemplary I was eyeing up the cases the whole time because I appreciate some good chocolate and everything looked good. I had to stop at 3 varieties, otherwise it would have been ugly. All of their stuff is made fresh on premesis and variety galore! Not a pair of tongs and self service bin to be seen which is a nice thing. Unfortunately, I understand that I will be going there again. I understand that I will be on a first name basis with the proprietor of this establishment. I'm just going to accept this. read more

Great old time staple in this neighborhood. There was so much to choose from. My problem was that there was no real line. I stood behind another couple being helped and thought I was next. It wasn't the case , there are two counters here and 2 women were calling out customers names of what they wanted??? Not cool ... I came here after reading an article in newsday, I was intrigued to come here. Yes the chocolate was delicious, it was expensive but not as expensive in other homemade shops. Chocolate was 17 dollars a pound. I have paid 34 dollars a pound elsewhere. Customer service was a huge letdown. Maybe it was just that day ? If I'm in the neighborhood I'll drop by and give another shot , but I won't go out of my way . read more

Schmidt's Confectionery - Candy Stores Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

New York Hometown Classic! When I saw this mentioned on the show 9.99, I figured I need to make it over there before their summer break. It took a little while, but, boy, am I ever glad I did! The shop owner, busy as she was, was an incredibly lovely person. But this shop doesn't get 5 stars for the nice owner, or the achingly quaint/nostalgic vibe you get from the shop itself (though that alone could knock your socks off - Not fancy, but gorgeous). This is a 5 star shop because their chocolate is sooo freaking awesome!!!! I'm normally not a fan of dark chocolate, but the taste I had here was rich, deeply flavorful, yet without the bitterness I've come to associate with dark chocolate. The friend I went with also said she has never tasted better dark chocolate, and that's her favorite kind. She immediately bought several other chocolates: chocolate covered cookies, pretzels, and a few other things as well. It went pretty quickly! My favorite kind of chocolate is milk chocolate covered caramel. I've never been picky about it. It's a common enough candy/candy bar combination for sure, but Schmidt's is hands down the best milk chocolate covered caramel I have ever - EVER - had. The chocolate wasn't too sweet and the caramel was sublime.... So, this place is dangerously good. The only thing that could make the experience here sheer perfection is if the shop were able to fit a little seating area for hot chocolate or something like that. It is a place you'll want to stay and enjoy as long as possible. read more

I've been a customer for a few years and someday I hope to walk in the door but until that time comes Margie makes and sends out my order with obvious thought and care! These are superior hand made chocolates! The chocolate marshmallow is my perfect chocolate! read more

I used to get my kids their Easter candy her bc of the variety of molds and the chocolate is delish. I went this year for my grandchildren. I got a bunny with a baby carriage, a cross, a baseball mitt and some typical bunnies. I knew that I would not be able to get my grandson a bunny bc he is allergic to tree nuts. The woman offered to make him one up special with virgin chocolate and a fresh mold. She even gave me the ingredients. How nice! read more

This shop is a favorite of my family. Every special occasion we have includes a bit of Schmidt's. It is truly a luxury to have handmade chocolates these days, and Schmidt's is some of the best you can find in NYC. Support small businesses and buy Schmidt's! read more

Grew up in Woodhaven and this classic store brings back memories. My sister moved to SC in 2016 and I sent her some of her favorites to help unpack. They barely lasted a day since they were so good. Then sent her some Easter Bunnies and Crosses and again the chocolates were devoured. Great dealing with owner in getting them shipped. Look forward to visiting Store, next time I'm back in NYC. Best Chocolates and great memories. read more

This is a great step back in time. Its completely HANDMADE chocolate candy. that means each piece is hand dippped - no machines! all fresh ingredients. HOMEMADE marshmallows and jelly fillings. Marge Schmidt the shops owner and candy maker is a lovely humorous woman who knows her sweets! This is the only place you can get homemade handmade candy canes at christmas. She Also still makes homemade hard candies in the old european flavors ,cinnamon,honey.clove.plus lemon drop,peppermints and old fashion ribbon candy! The shop is worth stopping at and they also have a website and will ship everywhere. get a sweet treat and support a real artisan confectioner! I drop in at least once a week. read more

I have been coming here for over 35 years....it was easier when I lived locally...but for 20 plus years I travel in from Long island. Their chocolates are the BESTEST and always have been...........what can you say except LONG LIVE THE SCHMIDT's Family Confectory of Woodhaven read more

When you walk in the door and the smell first hits you, you know you are going to be in for a special treat. Handmade chocolates and candies from recipes that have been handed down for generations. The owner is always on site and is super friendly and willing to tell you the history of her store and show you all the old molds that they used to make candies since the 1920's. She also pushes samples on you while you are making your selections allowing you to try different flavors and candies. This is the kind of place that just doesn't exist anymore. Go get your candy fix here! p.s. My recommendations are the Raspberry Cremes, Vanilla Cremes, Salted Caramels, Chocolate Covered Graham Crackers and chocolate covered Cashews. read more

I recently discovered and placed my first order with Schmidt's, while creating a "made in Queens" themed holiday gift for a family member. Although my order was shipped promptly, it somehow got lost in the mail and never made it to me. Margie went above and beyond for me, offering to replace the lost package (I was only hoping for a tracking number, so I could attempt to track down the original at my post office) and even ship it to the address where I was staying over the holidays, so I still had my candy in time to include it in my gift! As a fellow NYC small business owner, it made me happy to see others going the extra mile for their customers. Oh, and the candy is delicious, too!! read more

This is a charming, old fashioned, family run candy store that makes its own confections. Most of the Mom & Pop stores in the neighborhood are long gone. Happily, this place has stood the test of time. Hope Margie Schmidt is making candy for a long time to come. A visit here is a true New York experience. read more

Amazing German chocolate store! Been here since 1927, and just as awesome as ever! Every chocolate treat you can imagine. A real New York treasure. It's mom and pop places like this that have made it this far and what really make New York what it is. I miss the days when the towns were filled with these kind of places, but now we must treasure the few that survive and prove that good business and great product stand the test of time. Awesome candy and chocolate, you couldn't find a better selection anywhere else. read more

I've wanted to come here for years! Always on the look out for old school shops that are still mom and pop and have stood the test of time. How sad this was! The shell of the shop exists, with the beautiful old wood and glass display cases....but now they are filled with strange boards of chocolate hap-hazzardly put out to show. Nothing looks appetizing and almost seems scary. So sorry to see this glorious chocolate shop in this sad state. read more

Best chocolate. My wife says and she likes chocolate. But it doesn't stop there what a find. I have been buying there for years. The nicest people. God neighborhood people with good hearts. Margie a great confectioner, great mom and all around nice person. You will never be disappointed and always feel good leaving the store. Knowing that you supported a great effort and also knowing that you have the best candy around. read more

I love stumbling on places like this. As the previous reviewer says, Schmidt's has been in the neighborhood for decades, and the original owners and confectioners are keeping it in the family. Not only is the history amazing (the original Schmidt family, all 6 kids, grew up in the neighborhood, and some of them actually lived in the apartment above the store for periods of time) but the product is really fantastic! They do great special orders, as well - I've seen their fabulous wedding cake toppers! I can't believe there are only 2 reviews up here for such a great gem. read more

The beautiful thing about Queens is that we still have places like this. Sure you can get chocolate over in Brooklyn for just 5 times the price, but you'll miss out on the history lesson. read more

I've tried an array of chocolates from here- a good mixture of both dark and milk chocolates. Although I love my dark chocolate, I'd have to side with the milk chocolate options here. They have every kind of filling, my favorite being coconut. The best part about this place is that the chocolate is made right on site, and because of that reason they close for business during the warmer months. read more

when you walk through those doors you step back in time.the aroma that fills the air is unbelievable! I don't give 5 stars very oftenbut between the chocolate and the lovely ladies behind the counter I have no choice read more

What a delicious, charming, and wonderful store!! The owner truly appreciates her craft handed down from her grandfather. It was an honor to visit this beautiful store and speak of the nostalgia connected not only with her establishment, but the craft. I bought a delicious variety and can't wait to order more. You owe it to yourself to visit this place!! Enjoy :) read more

schmidts really gives you a taste of what it was like to live in woodhaven a few decades ago. a great mom and pop kinda place that's been here since 1927. they have a great selection of chocolate. chocolate with fruit in it, dark chocolate, coconut, marshmallow, chocolate with nuts, and rock candy. a lot more but that's all i can think of in the summer, when schmidts is sadly closed. i guess thats reasonable since they can't make (yes the chocolate is made right in the store!) chocolate in the hot summer, but it's still a downer. read more

Me and my husband love Schmidt's Confectionery and Margie! We worked with her to create a 5-piece chocolate favor box for guests at our November 2015 wedding, and they were raving about how wonderful the chocolates were. Margie is great to work with and always kept me laughing. The fun part of our favors was that each box was a different assortment, and since we had a fall wedding, Margie made a leaf-shaped chocolate as one of the pieces for each box! Schmidt's Candies for us is a gem in Queens, and we will recommend the shop to friends and family, whether for a box of the best homemade candies or party favors! read more