Grew up with See's from California and was so happy to see there is a see's candies not too far from Chicago. Andrea was such a sweetheart and very helpful. We've seen Barb a couple of times prior and she's civil but not very friendly. So I was happy to have Andrea help me instead. Love coming out for your delicious chocolate! read more

Idk why I never tried there candy before but finally I did. And amazing chocolates they have. It was busy when I went but of course it was the holidays but they were nice and able to keep up with the flow. Got the cherry cordials and double dark chocolate truffles and both are amazing. Definitely stopping back. read more

Absolutely love See's Candies. It's been one of my favorite chocolate shops for years. I use to always stop in the Northbrook Court location for years and was heartbroken when they closed their doors. I even drove to the Algonquin location 10+ years ago and it didn't last long there. This is the only IL location left. Nevertheless, I will make the drive every once in a while to Downer's Grove just for See's. I've never been disappointed in any of the chocolates, and they are always fresh. The associates are always very kind and typically offer a free sample. Some of the milk chocolates can be on the sweet side, so I really like the dark chocolate options. The caramel varieties are very good - the butterchews are good and I especially like the scotchmallow, which is caramel and marshmallow. One of my all-time favorites is the butterscotch square. It's a very sweet brown sugar and vanilla forward soft center. It's reminiscent of cookie dough before you mix in the flour.. so ultra sweet and sugary, but in the best way. Some of my other top favorites are the rum nougat, beverly, mayfair, maple walnut, vanilla nut cream - basically any of the creams or nougats. I haven't tasted one that I didn't like. The lollipops are also delicious - as a coffee lover, I love the cafe latte flavor, and the chocolate ones are also deliciously rich for a hard candy. All of the flavors are good so the assortment is really nice too. If you like fudgy with almonds, the almond royals are a delicious chewy treat. I also love the peanut brittle bars. They are crispy, sweet, buttery, rich and oh so good. They are quite expensive, but for a once in a while treat, it is worth it. Any of their products make for a very nice gift for someone. I just wish they had more locations. read more

See's Candies - Custom 1/2 pound box - Candy Stores Near Me - Downers Grove, Illinois

We always bring back See's chocolate from San Francisco so when I coincidentally ran into this store in a strip mall I was shocked! Yeah! We are thrilled to know we have a much easier access to these chocolates! Besides they also always have a sample when you pay. read more

Delicious candy! There is a variety of candy, chocolate and other types. The employees are very pleasant.

It's an old fashioned candy shop. The smells and looks take you back to another time. The ladies there are formal feeling but pleasant which kinda fits the vibe. The candies are delicious. I personally enjoy the dark chocolate scotch mallow and the milk Bordeaux (wish I could get them without the chocolate sprinkles though cause it ruins the texture for me). read more

Away giving samples! Sees candy is the place to go if you are craving some great chocolate, and fantastic friendly service!

They were exactly the same in the 80s, unnecessarily condescendingly rude. However it seems to work for them as they are kept in business by those who tolerate insults. Company each year used to buy box for each employee and volunteer, including each child, A mammoth order, disappointing when they defended their carelessly filling the orders with whatever they wanted to get rid of instead of identical, fresh product... then refused returns of incorrect stale bixes. Company changed to Fannie May who offer to make special through their extra attention. Sad to hear they have not evolved. read more

This store has been around a long time and t'was nice to see it still going strong. We probably came in here starting some 20 years ago whilst still living out in Naperville. The aroma upon entering is indeed enticing. We didn't buy anything on this particular visit but have on numerous past occasions. See's Candies is a pretty good quality California-based manufacturer of chocolates. This store and the Long Grove store are now the only See's outlets in illinois. read more

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I love that this candy shop has sugar free candy (a good selection too!). I usually get laughed at when I ask chocolate shops that. They have a wide range of chocolates available to choose from. A bonus is they are super reasonable with their pricing! They also have good promotions if you are a frequent purchaser. Free samples come with your purchase which is an extra benefit! I will definitely be back! read more

I've always enjoyed See's Candies after being introduced to them by a Cali friend and also trying their now-closed Algonquin location. I went to this location to pickup some pecan turtles for my husband's sweet grandma's birthday. I ended up picking a holiday box and 3 custom boxes so everyone could get their favorite chocolate types. Custom boxes come in 1/2 pound, 1 and 2 pound sizes. There were seasonal chocolates like eggnog, pecan pie, pumpkin pie. My personal favorites are their California brittle, toffee-ettes, and nougats. Friendly service. They also provided a sample like the Algonquin location had done :) read more

See's Candies - Some holiday selection - Candy Stores Near Me - Downers Grove, Illinois

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Practically the only full-fledged See's Candies shop in Illinois, this is a great place to get gifts for any special occassion, or if you're a chocolate lover such as myself, a nice treat to enjoy. I particularly love the dark California brittle, dark butter chews, and dark almond clusters, but also enjoy their lollypops. Visiting the store is always fun because of the nostalgic decor and a free candy sample! read more

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Growing up in California, See's Candies was part of our holiday traditions. The tasty chocolates in the plain white box or peanut brittle added to the celebration. These are quality handmade pieces that have been consistent for 100 years. See's is the old time candy store. The style has not changed much since the 1920s. The all white interior with black and white checkered floor, the simple shelves along the walls with varieties of pre-packaged boxes stacked up and the glass case with each piece displayed on a little stand waiting to be hand selected to be enjoyed individually or as part of a customized box. Personal favorites of mine include the buttercream (soft center with chocolate shell), bordeaux, mocha crisp and chocolate covered nuts. There are many to choose from with soft centers, nuts and chews. There is also a selection of truffles. Warning, it is pricey. My last visit saw candy at over $27 per pound. But this is worth it! Maybe not everyday but definitely for a special day. read more

Grew up in San Francisco, CA and See's candy was our go to for sweet treats just like here in Chicago it was always Fanny Mae. Every year my relatives would send us boxes of there sweet treats since there were no See's candy's here. Well when I found out back in January of 2005 they opened in Downers Grove I got in my car and went there and was in heaven. I recommend See's over all other chocolate shops. I have been going here since they opened and will continue to go there! read more

Just one word: Ymmm!!! Best candies in DuPage County, for sure, according not only to myself but to all my friends.

The best bridge mix, full stop. But be prepared to pay! It's iconic, but at $32 a pound, it's more than an airport kiosk.

Love this candy in all its shapes and forms. Originated in California 101 years ago. And the staff are always super friendly and helpful. The candy is delicious with something for everyone (unless you hate chocolate, sugar, and butter). Their seasonal novelties in foil (Easter bunnies, Santa's) make a great gift -- here is my grandnephew trying to decide which turkey to eat. read more

See's Candies - Grand nephew with chocolate turkeys - Candy Stores Near Me - Downers Grove, Illinois

Oh, Sees, how I love thee! Just seeing the Scotchmallows and marshmallows and marzipan and molasses chips and lollipops excite me like a kid in a candy shop! Then the taste....swoon! Oh, so, delicious! Rich and creamy and full of flavor...their chocolates are worth the effort to get to the store or plan an order online. Due to COVID-19 for those not wanting to go inside, the delightful staff is taking telephone orders and will run it out when you arrive. Also, most of their chocolates are gluten free! read more

Best candy since Fannie May sold, have to make the trip to their store at least twice a month. Clerks were nice, polite

Amazing staff, delicious candy! My two small kiddos took awhile to decide what they wanted and the workers were so patient and helpful! Love this store! read more

Best candy! High quality chocolates with helpful service. Milk and dark chocolates, truffles and more!

Their dark chocolates are the best. One of my wife's favorite candy store. Usually I have to stock up whenever I find a Sees Candy store. Usually I would go out of my way to find them. Worth the trip. read more

Awesome product! Best peanut brittle there is. I highly recommend their products. Great gifts, too!

This is one of two See's locations in Illinois. (The other is in Algonquin.) See's does nice mass market chocolates, like Russell Stovers or Fanny May, only better. The chocolates are a little less sweet than Fanny May's. Chocolate is about $15 a pound; selections include dark chocolate English toffee (which is harder to find than it should be). They are known for their lollypops, which are a large hardish toffee on a stick in various flavors. They have a nice selection of milk and dark chocolate, and unlike many places, easily accommodate you with your preference when offering you a free sample. I'm particularly fond of the chews. read more

You do know every time you step inside you're going to be offered a sample, so why not make it a bi-weekly pilgrimage? It's such a treat to be able to walk in and build your own custom half or full pound of chocolate. The staff is always so pleasant and they know their product. They're a staple on the west coast but with limited locations in IL, I feel blessed they're not too far away. During the holiday season, check their website, as many Macy's and Lord and Taylor serve as a satellite store. This location offers Business Gift Discounts and Fundraising items too . I owe my love of their sweets to a friend that won't buy anything but See's. He is so generous with his purchases... sorta like a dope dealer. You turn your friends on and they figure out there are benefits to Medical Marijuana. I thought this analogy might be useful, as the recent research shows chocolate to be beneficial in doses, for so many health related issues. You do relies that people that don't take chocolate out of their diet, weight less and are healthier. I can't make this stuff up! Google it if you thing I'm kidding. Just remember that a whole box of chocolate should last more than the ride home. If you need a favorite all boxed and ready to go, they have you covered. I've always enjoyed picking out my own custom box, as they make such great gifts. If you think Fannie May is good, you'll be wondering were See's has been all you're life. Best quality, no added preservatives and you can always order from their website too. They have gifts starting at under $10. So if you want to live longer, eat See's Candies! read more

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OMG! Terrible customer service! Sarcastic attitudes! I don't appreciate being called out by my first name in the presence of others by Debbie. These staff members are extremely rude! They refuse to pay attention to what I ask for. Their candy is usually stale. With so many other choices for candy why go where you aren't treated with respect. I was mortified and astonished by the manner in which I had treated. Needless to say I won't be getting my candy from this establishment ever again. You've been warned folks! read more

This is a tiny store. It was way out of our way. I can't wait to go back! Everything was melt in your mouth delicious. I bought way too much candy but will buy more next time. The two ladies there were very helpful and patient. They gave us free wrapped samples and were just as sweet as the candy. I would tell you what I loved the most but it really was all so good that I think you should go with your own instincts. The Butterscotch Pecan Bar has been my favorite so far. And the bar is real high! read more

No longer have to wait for a trip to west coast to get my favorite candy! I love the Sees Lolipops, so on a friday after work instead of rushing home and escaping rush hours commute went the opposite direction to pick 2 boxes of lollipops. The only reason i am so bummed is i didnt see my $5 off yelp coupon for purchase over $30 till i got home. Next time i check in, i shall certainely check for the freebies.(famous lastwords:) read more

Candy is excellent. molasses chips and lollipops prepacked go-tos. Under glass chocolates great but even higher priced. Soem of those prices require a second mortgage on house...and I already have a large mortgage LOL read more

Move over Fannie May I have a new lover! Now, I discovered See's by accident. It all happened with a free mall sample, and I took it even though I'm not the biggest chocolate fanatic. I chose my favorite of all flavors, butter cream. O.M.G. It was love at first bite. I kid you not, after that free sample all I could think about for a week was how good it was. I mean, really. Valentine's Day conveniently was also around the corner, so ya know chocolate reminders are bombarding you everywhere you go. Just to be sure I wasn't hallucinating I went to another chocolate store that previously had my favorite buttercreams just to compare. It was like night and day, I wasn't dreaming! So yes I was just looking to buy a crap load of one flavor and sadly this kiosk didn't do that. So that's when I found this location. I sent my husband the directions and my Butter Cream Vday wish list. He thought I was nuts, but he's used to that. So on the chocolate hunt we went! We eventually made the trek over to this store between the 5pm close and our awesome schedules. It's a little store in a strip mall, nothing fancy. This place also gives you a free sample when you visit, which is nice, since a lot of candy places are stingy and pretty much you take a gamble if it's edible or not. The employees were also nice and helpful, and didn't seem to judge. ;) We both left with a few favorites and the new beginnings of a sweet sweet addiction. read more

See's is by far the best chocolate candy you can buy. Don't waste your time with Fannie May any longer. As a California native, I grew up visiting See's and eating their delicious chocolate treats. The molasses chips and the bordeaux candies are out of this world. When I walk into the store in Downer's Grove, it feels like I'm back in my hometown. There's always free samples when you visit and you can buy candy by the piece or make your own custom box. They also have a variety of prepackaged items, and I've never had a bad experience. The employees are friendly and helpful. I'm so glad I found a See's candies here in IL (with Trader Joe's next door too) and try to make the trek out here from New Lenox at least a few times a year. read more

See's is THE chocolate candy shop on the west coast. This is the only See's Candies location in the midwest. There are kiosks throughout Chicago, but this is the only storefront. It is worth a trip to visit this store. If you love chocolate, you will love See's. If you like chocolate, you will love See's. Staff is friendly and offers you candy upon entering the store. If you want to sample any candy, they are more than happy to let you try anything. I think See's is far superior when compared to Fannie May - and less expensive! read more

As a native Californian I'm already biased. I grew up on this stuff and boy is it hard to beat! For any chocolate lover on any given day, they have something that will knock your socks off! Each shop is a fully stocked chocolate store that carries lots of variety. I personally prefer the Bridge Mix which includes dark and milk chocolate, nuts, chews and fruit. Yum, it's heavenly! I can gain weight just dreaming about how tasty these treats are! Their policy is to PLEASE, and they have AMAZING customer service. They sample each and every customer who walks in the door. You are getting a full piece of chocolate, not part of one that's been cut up into multiple slivers. Every single employee who I've met no matter which location emanates motherly warmth and a bubbly talkative personality. There are many choices and you can either purchase them a la carte or pre-boxed. They will wrap and ship. There is also a loyalty program but I believe that you have to purchase 50 pounds of candy at one time to become a member. Sigh, I'm still trying to figure out how to purchase that much at once just so I can be a member and reap the benefits! :) I drive 30 minutes to this See's location and wish it were closer. However, I'm sort of glad it's not in my own neighborhood so that every once in awhile I can make that 30-minute trek and treat myself to a slice of heaven! read more

Being from California where I use to go to the sees candy factory to get fresh chocolates as a kid, anyone could easily see that I was so excited to find out that there was a seed candy here. The interior was exactly like I remember and Marissa didn't hesitate to give me a free sample. It was fresh and delicious. I'm so happy I made the drive to come get fresh Sees chocolates! read more

I love my Sees! I was so bummed when they moved out of Northbrook Court. In my personal opinion, this candy is galaxies better than Fannie May and their chocolates are bigger too! My all time favorite is the Milk Butter creams and the peanut butter patties. Also, their scotchmallow is divine. I love when they get their seasonal flavors because they are always delicious and creative. For example, their scotchmallow with mint is the perfect St. Patty's treat! I love this chocolate and I will forever stay loyal. Loyal enough to drive 30 minutes out to buy their stuff! read more

My girlfriend ordered 3 boxes of chocolate and asked me to pick up. The store has a policy that they couldn't accept the credit card payment over the phone. The store manager who took the order was rude. If my girlfriend was confused about the store policy, you could explain it nicely. It didn't have to be rude. I told the manager she owed my girlfriend an apology!!! Apparently Downers Grove store is the only See's Candies around Chicago. Does it mean they can be rude just because they are the only store around here? read more

I'm not typically a chocolate lover but I definitely love See's. The candy is excellent and the prices aren't bad for the quality. And, having been faced with boxes upon boxes of Fannie May over my lifetime, it's nice to serve my guests something different. On my last visit we were greeted at the door with free samples. I passed, but my dad appreciated it. The sales clerks were also friendly and willing to help us find the type of item we were looking for. read more

One of my most beloved California staples. You are always offered a free sample while shopping or at checkout. The best Easter eggs on the planet! My office devours the Victoria Toffee when I bring it in. Wish they were closer. There are just too many Fannie Mays on every corner. read more

OK I love Sees candy, but right now I am kind of grossed out. My husband purchased a box of hand packed favorites for me and when I opened them I could see fingerprints all over many of the pieces that had a smooth finish. Yuck was all I could think as I threw them away. I have never , ever had this problem before and the box was wrapped and taped shut so no one was in them but me. I am so sad that I can not eat anymore from the cases as I can't see what is going on behind the glass. I imagine it was probably when whomever was packing the candy they touched all the pieces on the tops to arrange them. I know they are supposed to use tissues but there was no way you could leave all these melted in finger prints when using tissue. No thanks. I will only buy the ones that are sealed from the factory. read more

Do you like unfriendly service? No? Me neither. That is what you get at this place. The women here are always rude. ALWAYS. They clearly hate their jobs and don't want to do them. Went a few days before Christmas and ordered a 1/2 pound of milk chocolate buttercream. The woman pulled a prepacked box. I repeated what I wanted because the milk chocolate buttercream never come prepacked. The woman said this was new. Purchased and left. Got home and guess what? It is a shitty box of assorted. So, done with this shop. The ladies are normally just rude but now they're damn lazy and just don't want to pack a half pound box. read more