I stopped in to pick up some World Famous English Toffee for a party, and since I'd never tried it…read morebefore, I wasn't quite sure what to expect. I was amazed by the steady stream of customers coming through the door--many of them regulars who clearly knew exactly what they were there for! The sales associate was absolutely delightful and took the time to explain the different sizes and varieties available. I also enjoyed learning a bit about the shop's history. It's a charming little store that has been around for 53 years. Although the original owner sold the business to her neighbors about a decade ago, the original recipe has remained unchanged. The chocolate-covered toffee is simply outstanding. Each piece has that perfect buttery caramel crunch, coated in rich chocolate, making it incredibly addictive and well worth the price. One fellow customer even shared a great tip: save the crumbs and mix them into homemade chocolate chip cookie dough for an extra crunchy, toffee-filled treat. I'll definitely be trying that! This is truly a hidden candy gem and a place I'll happily return to whenever I'm craving something sweet. Highly recommended!

Someone brought a box of the World Famous English Toffee to work. That first bite of rich buttery…read moretoffee was fantastic. Shamefully, I had several more pieces after that. I wouldn't dare bring a box of this into the house. Bad eating decisions would be made. However this toffee would make great gifts for other people!

We visited during the strawberry festival and immediately I knew that this place was going to be on…read moremy to visit again list! It was a cute old timey kind of candy shop. Little small but mighty! They were so kind and let us know what was popular and the deals they had going on for the strawberry festival. It look like family working there because a kid was working the chocolate case and parents were handling the checkout. They were so kind and even cracking a few jokes. We got some butter toffee, toffee pretzels and chocolate covered strawberries. All soo good!! The strawberries were so fresh!

You took too much time to get in here and now you don't get to have a Toasted S'more Hot Cocoa!!!…read more Your loss. This tasty treat is so dang delicious.

It's a small chocolate shop. What sets them apart from others is the simple layout, their chocolate…read moredisplays, their friendly staff, and of course their delicious sweets! Well, I guess there's a lot that separates them! They have unique chocolate dipped fruits, nuts, cookies, etc. Everything I tried was delicious. Give them a try if you have a sweet tooth!

Truly a hidden gem. NC Chocolatier has always been one of those places I drive by daily and say…read morehey I'm going to stop by one day. Well that day came, and I'm forever grateful I did. Located in a small plaza and can be confusing with the Illinois Nut and Candy sign but when you walk in the sweet smell of chocolate fills the air. There are glass closures of bon bons/ truffles that I've learned are hand painted, chocolate covered everything, gelato and more. They also have taffy apples, some with just the caramel, some with nuts, some with chocolate chips. You can never go wrong! Their chocolate is kosher friendly and I'm obsessed with the cookie bark, I could eat that all day. Highly recommend going on one of their chocolate tours too that's available on sundays. Make sure you book first as I found out they do sell out. You get to learn the history of chocolate and make your own taffy apples and chocolate dipped goodies. They also ship nationwide, I am definitely going to order some goodies for birthdays coming up!

The food was good but we went mainly for the milkshakes/drinks and experience. I went back when I…read morewas 21 and getting the goblets with alcohol were very tasty.

Really great atmosphere, great design of the space with cute photo spots. Menu was like Cheesecake…read moreFactory's. Lots to choose from - more alcoholic drink options than anything. But, the drinks and food were just okay and it was really pricey given what was served. Service was a bit slow and not super friendly. Cute to experience but I would not return.

Website says tours of the "factory on M-F, but there are no tours on Friday. We didn't go…read more Website needs an update

Never disappoints! Best carmel apples! Crisp apple and generous toppings! Everyone raves about…read morethem!

What an awesome, full featured confectionery shop. The prices aren't cheap but you can tell with…read moreevery bite that you're getting delicious, high quality treats. The decor in here is super cute, with all the different products being displayed in an organized and attractive manner. This alone makes this a more fun shopping experience than buying candy from a standard grocery store. At times, it may be difficult to determine the price of different items, but the staff is very helpful with helping shoppers navigate their way around the store. There is definitely something for everyone here, but this is especially good if you are a chocolate lover as there's a very wide assortment of available options here. This is particularly true if you're into truffles, with some interesting options such as jalapeno margarita, tiramisu, rum, and others in addition to the usual selection of fruit, coffee, caramel, etc. flavors. This is also a great spot to get interesting looking gifts. Outside of the usual gift boxes and tins, you'll find chocolate in fun shapes (like birthday cake), seasonal confection options with cute decorations, pretzels, nuts, chocolate pops, gummies, and more. Overall, this is a great place to shop for delicious sweets and competitive in price to other premium candy shops. If you're looking for something unique in both design and flavor, definitely come here versus going to a chain store.

My husband and I came to Long Grove Confectionery after trying their chocolates from Jewel. We…read morewanted to try it from the source. There is a wide variety of chocolate, donuts, and other confections to choose from. A true chocolate lovers paradise. We got the chocolate dipped cookie sandwiches and peanut butter meltaways. They are phenomenal. The cashier was friendly and pleasant to talk to. Plus it feels good to support a small local business. I highly recommend Long Grove Confectionery!

These pastries/candies are so good. The green one has pistachios and the nougat was light and not…read moreoverly sweet. The crushed nut ones are nutty and flavorful, but not overly oily like what you'd expect with western peanut butter. And the red candies were chewy and lightly sweet and sour. The texture is just right, not too hard or soft, and leaves a clean after taste. I can't rave enough about this candy store. I loved everything I've tried so far. Loved how it is rich in variety and depth of labor, the texture is just right and not overly sweet or greasy. I ordered some pastry for a party and every guest loved them!

I stopped here to pick up some baklava, and they don't have the famous baklava, but they do have…read moresomething similar: the DELICIOUS Turkish delight! They have tons of different flavors, and the owner was super sweet and let us try the other flavors. They also have a vast selection of chocolate, nuts, and fresh coffee. The place is beautiful, clean, and organized. I'll be back to get some more sweets!

Wow. There is so much candy here and the owner is knowledgeable about all of it and very generous…read morewith samples. He provided so many samples I couldn't even finish them all at the store! The chocolate is excellent quality. Although I'm usually not a fan of gummy bears, these were soft and flavorful! Many of the candies are imported and have much more flavor than what I'm used to. The owner, Vinnie, loves talking and has such a warm, welcoming smile, it's like being a kid visiting a grandfather who dotes on providing candy to his grandkids.

I first bought the gf Scottie Dog licorice through Amazon (a place I try to avoid), so when I found…read moreout they came from Nuts N More, I was happy to go directly to them. The prices were the same, which was nice. I just ordered and received a pound of the dogs. The price has jumped to $21.95 for a pound. When I received it, it looked light, and it was under by 1.5 ounces. Normally I wouldn't have cared, but the price had gone from around $13 to $22 AND they're shorting me? So, I sent two e-mails. One about the short, one about the fact that Amazon had not raised their prices (still $13.95/pound). They didn't bother to answer me, so I called today. The man was INCREDIBLY rude and when I asked something he said "something something, Sweetheart" (don't remember the lead up) and I said, "Do not patronize me, I am not your sweetheart." He hung up. I try to support brick and mortar stores, especially small ones. However, this place does not deserve any support. Keep in mind, it is LITERALLY ILLEGAL for a business to short customers on good they have purchased. ---- Adding to this, since I have reached out numerous times with no reply

Such a sweet (pun intended) cute place that's easily accessible right near the Damen Brown Line…read morestop! Amy's has such a wide variety of sweets for anyone to find something they can enjoy. I was thoroughly impressed with the quality of the treats available. The entire shop gives a very personalized feel while keeping a bit of an old-timey aesthetic. The worker was very kind and patient as we looked around to see all the goodies. The highlight for me is the ice cream here. I had a coffee and Oreo flavor and it was AMAZING! Once again, the quality of the ice cream was fantastic. I happened to miss the server put a chocolate malt ball at the bottom of the ice cream cone. It was such a pleasant surprise at the end of my ice cream! There is a small spot to sit outside and some other seating farther out. It's in the quiet area of Ravenswood and if you aren't taking the Brown line, there's definitely parking available. Will definitely be coming back when I'm wanting some sweet treats.

Iconic candy store! The goods are super high quality and FUN! You will definitely break the bank…read morehere, but I think it's worth it for a unique and delicious treat. They've got everything from the trendy/viral Swedish gummies & Dubai chocolates to the more old-school licorice and marzipan. They also offer hand-crafted chocolate bars, caramels and marshmallows. For the gummies, I believe they let you sample the treats before if you're not ready to commit to a whole bag. You can build your own bag from the jars, or grab their pre-packaged ones. A personal fave for me is the chocolate covered gummy bears, YUM! It's a small shop, so it can be chaotic if it's full (for example, on Valentine's Day), but I like how approachable it is and how quickly you can be in and out. You can also buy their stuff online which is an added plus- a great opportunity to shop local but spread the sweetness to loved ones from afar.

Tell me if this sounds familiar: you're out and about, and are craving something sweet. However,…read morealmost all places and bakeries you walk into have, at smallest, a cookie the size of one's face. I'm looking to satisfy my sweet tooth, not have a full meal in dessert form! Windy City Sweets fits the bill perfectly! They have a very wide selection of all sorts of sweet goodies! Homemade chocolates and candies, commercially made candies, ice cream, jelly beans by weight (buttered popcorn is peak, and you can't change my mind). There are likely many others, but I found what my heart was craving and went for it. Looking at their selection, there is something for everyone, even stuffed animals! (Eating these is not recommended, HA!) I suppose a candy shop has *some* appeal to the young and young at heart, so why not? I also love that they have reasonable prices, are open late-ish (until 9pm), and have friendly, welcoming service. Final verdict: To make it dead-simple: if you have a sweet tooth, and are within a couple miles of Northalsted, get yourself in here already!

They have lots of different candies, chocolates, fudge, and other sweet treats. They have probably…read more15 different ice cream flavors and also have milkshakes and smoothies. I had the banana pudding ice cream made into a milkshake and enjoyed it.