(Shopped 12/23/20 WE @ 2:00pm): I see all the various candies and I want it all!
It's been at least over ten years since I last stepped into the See's Candies La Canada Flintridge location which was close to where I grew up and worked for many years. A friend found an old gift card for a 1lb box of chocolates and felt this was the perfect time of year to redeem it. Let's get this out of the way now... I loved the See's Candies brand coupled with a lifetime of positive memories. On this particular day, what I hoped would be an easy errand turned into something much more. Was this to be another sweet experience after a long hiatus!?
PURCHASE
Chocolate Free Samples (Comp.): A common practice to offer a free sample treat to every customer, this chocolatey goodness was almost worth the wait and greatly appreciated!
Krispys Peppermint 8oz Box ($11.75): Small squares that freshened your mouth with every bite and a lasting coolness https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=qHaa2hwMENLwGFnEOt9i5A&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw.
Peanut Brittle 10oz Box ($13.00): Truly one of my all-time favorite candies, a jigsaw of crackling pieces in all shapes and sizes made from the simplest of ingredients, a fresh batch (which this was) was one of the best tasting things in the world! Left to my own devices, I would easily devour the entire box in one sitting with no regrets https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=mwoJFrHEmfhfvm1hAgUx-g&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
Nuts & Chews 2lb Box ($45.00): Apparently, the candy legend was no longer included; what happened!? Regardless, the sight of this box immediately brought excitement and smiles to people's faces. Two floors filled with an assortment of dark and milk chocolate-covered treats, the hunt was on to find your favorite (I loved the chews). There was no bad selection, so grab the closest one to you, open up and say "aaahhh" https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=j-dRZ3oJSU6OrF3baq75Sg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
SERVICE
Due to the mandated social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19 during Coronavirus 2020, they required worn face masks, limited shoppers, and encouraged online orders for easy pick-up. The full staff dressed in bright white uniforms were courteous, helpful, and efficient during each visit. And, they also had an orderly waiting line outside https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=GWgCrfM6qafygAuLF6oxfQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. No issues here!
PARKING (FREE)
They had a private medium-sized lot. Otherwise, there appeared to be plenty of spots along the main drag of Foothill Blvd. and nearby side streets - 'nuff said.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
The iconic white medium-sized candy cabin filled with sweet treats wrapped in decorative boxes stocked along the walls and nicely displayed on tables throughout. Aside from the various promotional posters on the walls and windows, the store was very clean and organized. Sufficient natural lighting came through the large front glass windows and doors while soft electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were no TVs nor background music.
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops.
OVERALL
It was a pleasure to reacquaint myself with La Canada Flintridge's See's Candies location as some fond memories came to mind from years past. Everything still tasted amazing, the prices were still very competitive, and the service was exceptional. Although See's Candies hasn't been a regular part of my life for years, this recent visit has brought it back into my peripheral vision. Sure, I wasn't expecting to buy all of these items and simply came to redeem the gift certificate, but after I waited for over 30 minutes AND only 2lb boxes were left, I decided to just go for it and impulsive bought things that I probably didn't need but enjoyed nonetheless https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=idRvxBey1zo_2yqIzbdRfw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw! I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $70.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS read more