I have always wanted to check this place out but have never had the time to. I would pass in Quincy…read moreand see the big bubbles to sit in outside and all the advertisements. I needed to check it out. They do have a parking lot in the back on the side road. I was on a hunt for pastries otherwise I would have went into the front entrance. They have a restaurant setting/full bar in front which I did not try yet. But I know they do brunch here as well. I went to the bakery section in the back, where the lady who worked here was super nice and friendly. Gave me so much information. They had little chocolates. More flavors than you could imagine. Peppermint bars, Cookies, and candies. I bought a cinnamon roll because holy hell, the cream on it looked so bomb. And I bought a half dozen cupcakes. Each cupcake was around $2.25 each. They looked crazy. I had to buy them. I bought an Oreo cream , some peanut butter bliss, a wedding cake and s'mores flavored cupcakes. They were beautiful. The people who make these things put a lot of work and effort to not only make a cute spot to go to in Quincy. But also so you can bring their hard work home with you to share with your family and friends. Will be coming more often!

I ordered cupcakes and when I saw them I didn't think they were decorated very well. First time…read moreordering. Just looked like scooped icing with a spoon and sat on top of cupcakes. Just orange and a pretzel. Just plain. I asked for different shapes of frosting on top but all the same. I will try again maybe take a photo on. I appreciate you doing my order.

Delicious!!!! Family of 5 tried... salted caramel, cookies and cream, Happy Birthday America,…read morebiscotti, mascarpone, coconut, and grapefruit! Owner was so kind, and makes all gelato in house!!!

Fantastic chocolate gelato with excellent service along with multiple samples provided to our three…read morelittle boys.

We had an absolute blast here and found some truly unique items as well as some delicious home made…read moretreats. While another review felt the owner was pushy, I think it's all about perception! Yes she offered us many samples and suggestions, but at no point did we feel rushed or pressured to buy anything in specific. In talking with the owners actually the husband discovered I loved sampling different root beers and took us to one of the locked storage rooms to show me his impressive root beer collection. They were very sweet and fun to talk to and we absolutely can't wait to go back!!! Check them out if you're into unique candies and sodas. So many fun options. We did not try the ice cream but it looked yummy and there were lots of choices.

the woman who runs it is very pushy, and slightly rude. She doesn't give you time to look at the…read moremany options and kept pestering us to pick something, and was making fun of us to her coworker behind the bar. I don't think I'll be coming back, that's for sure. One of the most important things about running a business is customer service! Be nice to the people giving you money!

I was in Columbia for a family wedding and was excited to see, my welcome bag had favorites of the…read morebride and groom. I had a packet of Chocolate Covered Pretzels and another packet containing a Chocolate Covered Oreo. Typically I was a glass of cold milk with my Oreo, but this one from the Candy Factory was perfect just being dipped in chocolate. The pretzels gave me a nice mix of savory and sweet. The two pack had one dipped in Milk Chocolate and another in, White Chocolate. I surprised myself, by liking the White Chocolate best. It seemed to have a sweeter taste, which went well with the salty pretzel. While out exploring downtown Columbia, I stopped by to give their Chocolate Covered Strawberries a tasting. OMG - so good. The chocolate shell had a good crunch and the berry was super juicy. I feel bad that I did not, take a picture of the deliciousness. The customer service was attentive and the associates were eager to recommend their favorites. If you love chocolate, you gotta stop by Candy Factory.

A gem of a local business! The Candy Factory is a Columbia institution which features a large…read moreassortment of locally made chocolate and other candies. We've been shopping here for years for ourselves and for gift giving and have never been disappointed. For the quality, the prices are not too bad either, you have the option to either buy individual items or order by the pound (around $20 a pound last I checked). The service is always friendly and helpful, and the store is nice and cozy. Highly recommended!

What's not to like about chocolate! That is really all I need to say, but there's the other side of…read morethe story. This place has some pretty unique items. Where I come from a turtle needs to have Carmel and a pecan, well here they have all kinds of different types of turtles. Really nice flavors and huge. A bit pricy actually alot pricy. 9 pieces of candy for $29 The original turtles were very big and a little harder than what I prefer and used to. Overall a good place and great chocolate

Ricky's Chocolate Box had me with the word chocolate. So many yummy candy selections to choose…read morefrom. Right when you walk in the door the smell of chocolate smacks you in the face. Now, yes I say now, they are making yummy donuts. They are so yummy and are made fresh every day. The service is top notch as well.

I happened to stumble on this store by accident and I am so glad I did! I popped in without a plan,…read moreI just saw chocolate and said "yup"! I walked around for a bit while others were making their selections and got to check out all they have to offer, which is just about every kind of chocolate dipped item your heart desires! They have multiple chocolate figures, I was able to pick up a 'It's a Boy" chocolate for a friends baby shower. I impulsively bought a half pound of chocolate dipped strawberries when I got to the register. In my opinion, the quality and taste were outstanding for the price! Other places charge crazy prices for just a dozen, here I was able to get 8 strawberries for $15! I will for sure be back!

They have THE BEST Chocolate Covered Strawberries I have ever had. 10/10 recommend you go get some,…read moreyou will not regret it!

Just visited 1904 General Store for the first time…read more I visited downtown Alton yesterday -- for the first time in years. Decided to check out the general store as soon as I saw it -- it's a cool, welcoming old building. The first floor is full of candy, chocolate, fudge, ice cream, and other treats. I picked out some candy and sampled some delicious Belgian chocolate bars. I bought one for me, but I'll be back in a few months for friends' birthdays, and to try the fudge myself. The ice cream flavors (about 8) were all unique -- you aren't getting a simple chocolate or vanilla here. The most common of the flavors available was a rainbow sorbet. I think some of the other flavors were Shipwreck, Pirate's Bounty, and Superman, though I may not be recalling the names accurately. The upstairs is full of home decor items, including a wall decorated to look like someone's front porch. The styles are cute, though not my speed, as I am something of a minimalist. You can read all about their business and the building's Worlds Fair history over on their facebook page. Hope to visit again soon.

Beautiful old building and lovely stained glass windows! Friendly service from the lady who sold us…read moreice cream and candy.