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    Schmidt's Confectionery

    4.6 (47 reviews)
    ModerateCandy Stores
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Ryan F.

    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!

    A F.

    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.

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    Lin Y.

    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.

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    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.

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

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    It is easily accessible via MTA NYC Transit elevated J train on Jamaica Avenue at Woodhaven Boulevard station in Woodhaven, Queens, NYC.

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    4.6(966 reviews)
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    Cute shop on the Lower East Side. Easy to get to by subway, or to walk to…read more Great selection of candy, even rare import candies and chocolate. My wife got a package of Cadbury Flake (her favorite) and I got a box of Sno-Caps. We would have gotten a lot more, but we were headed to the Yankees game later, so wouldn't have been able to bring everything into the stadium. Check out was quick as well, so we didn't have to wait in line long to make our purchase. Will definitely be back our next trip to New York, and will make sure we don't have anywhere to be so we're able to get a lot more.

    This place is really fun and interesting to visit. It definitely brings you back to the time when…read moreyou were little. They also carry a lot of different candies and snacks that you probably can't find anywhere else. They had German Haribo, and I bought the yogurt flavor -- it was really good! We ended up purchasing a bunch of random new things we've never seen before, like Yoohoo chocolate and Sriracha chocolate. I actually liked the Yoohoo one a lot, probably one of my favorites. The Sriracha chocolate does have a spicy kick, but just a little. I'd suggest getting a less dark chocolate version if you can't really handle the bitterness of 70% dark chocolate. It is pretty pricey here, but honestly I understand why since they carry a lot of imported and unique stuff. Also, their tote bag is super cheap -- I think just a few cents more and you can get one. Definitely worth buying since you also get a cute souvenir for your trip.

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    1.1 miForest Hills
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    The best hot chocolate I have ever tried... the flavor is just right, not too concentrated or…read morediluted.. and I love that you can choose your type of milk. Aignee is a hidden gem located in the quiet area of Forest Hill, right on the corner of Metropolitan Ave and 73rd Road. It's a woman-owned business, founded in 1930, and has been designated a historic business since the summer of 2025. They offer chocolates for all seasons and occasions, along with a monthly chocolate subscription that delivers 1.5 lbs of chocolates to your doorstep, as well as classic caffeinated drinks. Inside, there are four chairs, and outside there's a bench or two. Dogs are not allowed, and you can also order from the window; however, I don't like that the bell makes no sound when rung, nor that there's no register by the window. They also have a rewards program, but it's a bit old-school because it's basically your phone number rather than having the reward link to your credit card, which can be a hassle when ordering from the window because you have to give them your phone number and payment method (credit card or phone if it's Apple Pay, etc.) each time. Also I love how we can sample a piece of chocolate each time we order something.

    CHOCOLATE GALORE!!…read more This chocolate confectionery business somewhat has an old school aesthetic appeal. Quaint. Upon entering the scent is delightfully sweet chocolate permeates all senses and awakens the spirit. Sometimes chocolate can heal broken hearts. However, I believe the most powerful source of healing is genuine love. There are lollypops, hot chocolate, chocolate ice cream, bars, truffles, caramels, cordials, solid milk and dark chocolate shaped hearts and red liquorice. Sports theme and shaped chocolate are also available. I have entered a chocolate party. Aigner must have good mold to make their creations and certainly made on site. Samples are distributed. Customer service is welcoming and attentive. Gift boxes are available and purchases are issued in a nice gift quality paper bag industry standard $0.05 with a post card description of their business and company history. I was browsing their selection and my eyes are surely bigger than my stomach and wallet. Business cards are available for keepsake. Aigner is easily accessible via MTA NYC Transit buses Q53 SBS/ Q52 SBS and then Q54 on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens, NYC. Foiled Hearts $14.95 This product is nostalgia brew. It reminded me of Valentine's Day, every year growing up being educated in NYC Board Of Education public elementary school and one year of public junior high school where every student receive two (2) red foiled heart shaped milk chocolate which was a privilege. As a kid, it was a sweet treat and the highlight of the year. Oh, goodie goodie gosh! I found this same exact product at Aigner which reminded me idyllic, wistful times of what was. Rum Cordial $12.95 Small balls center filled rum covered in chocolate was a happy ending for a celebratory day. Nota Bene: There is a 2.05% surcharge fee for credit/debit payment transactions. This time I did absorbed this annoying fee. The sales associate did not inform me of this fee upon payment, ergo four stars. I would return again and again.

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    This place is a really cool suites and treat shop that mostly has nuts and there's a great variety,…read moresalted, unsalted, candied, and I had to get the candied pecans with cinnamon and light sugar. So good for snacking and I couldn't choose, but I had to go with the pecans that's my number one. They also sell Dubai chocolate and I'm from Portland Oregon, and the Dubai chocolate isn't the best and they do have an imported legit one but every time I want it, they're out of stock... So I came to the next best place in New York.

    I should not be allowed in stores like this. Everything looks good, and I want to buy it all. Yes…read moreall, it's pricey, but whatcha expect? You're getting high quality fruit, nuts and chocolate. Located on Austin, and a nice size location, the staff let me wander aimlessly around on my most recent visit. Everything was kept neat and the staff asked if they could help, but wasn't pushy at all. Again I could have EASILY left with over $100 worth of treats. I wanted to created my own gift box with their easily do it yourself set up they had. A whole bag of dried pineapple sounded lovely too. This time around, I only bought a bar of regular Dubai chocolate for the fam to try. They've been hounding me about it. There was a special happening, 3 bars for $50. I opt'd just for one at $20. I want to see if the fam would like it first. I'll prob be back before we know it to make my own trail mix.

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    The Little Sweet Shoppe

    4.6(20 reviews)
    1.9 miMiddle Village
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    First of all Pat is just so cool. I buy primarily the lemon and chocolate Italian ices. Ok, I'm 66…read more I've had ices since the 60s. Never have I tasted such rich lemon and chocolate. There are bits of lemon in the lemon ices and the chocolate reminds me of the Lindt 70% dark chocolate I truffles Iove. I get quarts at a time. Before they close the store for the winter I make sure to stock up. So, I have lemon ice for Christmas desert! I got online to see if what my wife told me she suspected is true. She said she thought The Little Sweet Shoppe did not open this Summer. I am beside myself. I'm hoping she's mistaken. Sorry Corona Lemon Ice King. Your product doesn't hold a candle to what they have. I think it will be impossible to find such great ices anywhere else. Just one little thing to remedy. Someone posted a 1 review. Some asinine remark about 'vegan'. Moron. I hope all is ok Pat. You and your wonderful place will be missed.

    This place is the cutest! A little old fashioned candy store with freshly made ice cream and…read moredonuts! I had the mango sorbet which was really good and served in a cute little takeout box! I also got a sample of the salted caramel vegan ice cream and it was delicious, but a little too heavy for what I wanted that day. They were extremely friendly and accommodating. Super welcoming and nice! They have tons of candy and unique flavors of their ice creams and sorbets that I would definitely come back for!

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    1.1 miForest Hills
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    The first time I remember coming here was during a day hanging out with my family and friends. We…read moredecided that we wanted to have some sweets after dinner. Since we were in Forest Hills, Queens, and I had never been here, we chose to go to Eddie's. This place is really good, with an extensive menu of desserts ranging from soda floats to banana splits and many other little treats. A sweet lover's paradise. Personally, when it comes to ice cream or sweets, I tend to keep it simple. Give me a good vanilla ice cream scoop and I am a happy person. Give me a great ice cream scoop and I am even happier. Let's just say I left this place very satisfied. I had my basic yet delicious ice cream scoops. Yum. I am currently following a strict diet regimen for one more month, but after that, I will definitely come back for some of their tasty ice cream. My son, wife, and friends were also enjoying their sweets. This is a great place. They have seats, but it gets really busy and there is usually a bit of a wait. Yet that is not a bad thing. It shows how popular the place is. If you are looking for sweets, come check this place out.

    Eddie's is a Queens landmark. Everything from the plaster ornate ceiling tile to the wood panel…read morewalls screams authenticity. From the decor to the serving cups you are getting no frills but great quality. Its a traditional ice cream parlor. And im not mad at it. They have counter seating for small groups to tables in the back. We had a group of 6 and was seated quickly. I had the ice cream float with root beer syrup. The vanilla ice cream sat delicately on top of the soda. The soda wasn't overly sweet and fizzy. I had time to enjoy the ice cream and the soda separately. My daughter had vanilla ice cream with rainbow sprinkles. There was not a sprinkle in sight when she was done. This isn't our first time. Nor will this be our last. All the ice cream flavor are of great quality. The fudge to the sundae is classic. Ideal for after dinner or date night after a movie. Dont forget to bring cash.

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