Wow. I figured it would be fun for the kid, and of course have interesting pop. But we walked in and were greeted with toys and candy and ice cream and games and figures and much more. And pop. Ended up with some candy and ice cream. I got the Lake Erie Cookie Monster, which had chunks of cookie dough, etc., in it and was tinted blue. Fun and refreshing. Kid K liked her vanilla. Service was great. Prices are fair. The place is cool. Free city parking across the street. Wish we had this in my town; combine Rocket Fizz and a local toy store and a small ice cream shop, and you'd get close. read more

Botton Line: Soda Pop's kicks major ass. Why? Here's why: 1. Great location: It's located on W Water Street, just WSW of Columbus avenue...it's right in heart of (resurgent) downtown Sandusky. 2. Sweets: They have a very nice selection of olde tyme candy. You'll find the likes of Abba-Zabba, Goo Goo Cluster, Chick-o-Sticks, wax mustaches/lips/fangs, etc. Obviously, they have newer brands, as well. 3. Drinks: They have a superior selection of "craft" pop, including diet Dang, the best diet pop in the world. Also, I saw Ale 8, Moxie, Cheerwine, about 75 varieties of Root beer, and a bunch more pop. 4. They have ice cream floats (can't vouch for these...yet). ...best of all... 5. The back room: It's part pop culture museum (from the 50s to the 2000s) and part flea market. Need a poster of Wonder Woman (either Lynda or Gal), John Wayne, Arnold, or Magic Johnson? Get it here. Desire to posses the Gorf cartridge or Activision Football cartridge for your Atari 2600? You're covered. Want that Fat Albert board game that you've been missing since 1973? You're in luck. There are TONS of things to check out and, if you choose, to buy. I bought a couple of books that I had as a kid and haven't seen since the 80s...("The Encyclopedia of Hostile Aliens," and "Earth's Greatest Interstellar Battles"). 6. Video Games: This is especially cool...in the back room, you'll find a MultiGame machine that's in great condition. 55 games...1 quarter per play. Come in on Friday and you'll find that it's set on "free play." Yep. I don't know about you, but the next time I'm in Sandusky, with or without the kids, drunk or sober, naked or fully clothed, I'm stopping at Soda Pop's, and ain't nobody stoppin' me! FIVE STARS! read more

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Really cool little shop in downtown Sandusky. Very nostalgic experience. Brought back memories of my childhood. Found some old vintage baseball cards there which were very hard to find. Great selection of candy and ice cream. The owner was very nice. Definitely stop in this place if you are in town read more

This place brought back so many memories of growing up as a kid in the 80s-90s. From the root beer barrel candy, the soda pop, the garbage pail kids collector cards to the vintage toys and shirts (Goonies) in the back. I was able to share some of my childhood memories and experiences with my own kids as we sat and opened up 1991 football cards and read an old comic books over a few ice cold root beers. Doesn't get better than that. read more

Soda Pop's - Candy Stores Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

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Soda Pop's was such a charming little shop in the heart of Sandusky. They offer the most unique sodas and candies that you thought you could never find anymore. They also offer ice cream floats. I settled for a supreme Goo Goo Cluster and a Dang! Butterscotch Root Beer and was very happy with my choices. It was very crowded when I went in, due to a festival across the street, but I would love to go back when it was less crowded and I could really mull over all of the options. :) The only reason they get a 4 star is because many of the soda fridges were pretty empty and it didn't appear to be fully stocked. I got the last Butterscotch Root Beer. That being said, the festival across the street drew a lot of traffic and probably contributed to this. read more

this little place was awesome!! great actual vintage items and we spent a LONG time just looking through everything. however there were virtually no covid precautions. customers and workers weren't wearing masks, no gloves, sanitizing, or social distancing. sucks to see that because i would've given five stars! read more

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Wonderful, unique shop. My sons enjoyed looking at the variety of sodas and candies. They enjoyed it so much we are planning a second trip to the shop during our vacation. You should make a stop for the fun and variety! read more

Great little retro candy store with lot's of candy and every soda imaginable. The owners Chad and Amy have done an excellent job with the decor to make you feel like you stepped back in time. Young or old there is something for everyone here! read more

Soda Pop's is an Awesome store! Lots of vintage pops and tons of retro candy I haven't seen in years. Great root beer floats with tofts ice cream. Salt water taffy and candy by the piece to fill up on. Definitely worth a trip when you stop in Sandusky. Something for everyone! read more