This was my second trip here. The first it was the destination, the second was a side quest. I…read moredidn't realize how close it is from Elephant Rocks State Park and Johnson Shut-ins!! The store is so cute! The mix of nostalgic candy, rare finds, antiques, ice cream, coffee, and bulk items can be overwelming, but in a positive way. It is almost like a candy / treat store and a museum all in one. On this trip, I got some coffee sample packets for my husband's Easter basket, a frappe for each of us, and a couple of candies for the household. The shop is bursting with products, so the aisles are a bit tight for passing people stopped to check out the fun products. Caledonia is a charming little village with shops, eats, and several outdoor adventures in the area.

Step back in time when you step into this mercantile. It's one of those places you just have to…read morestop at if you're in the area. There's so much to see here. When we visited, it was decorated for Christmas, giving it a cozy, vintage holiday vibe. The shelves were filled with childhood candies (even candy cigarettes). They also have an impressive selection of coffees from around the world -- and the prices are refreshingly reasonable. The handmade ice cream bar is a must-try. We ordered an ice cream flight with five samples, perfect for sharing since we couldn't decide on just one of the many delicious flavors. The assortment of chocolates looked amazing too. Upstairs, you can stroll through a collection of antiques that add even more charm to the place. We really enjoyed our visit -- it's a place that makes you slow down, take it all in, and maybe leave with a few extra treats you didn't plan on.

We stopped here by pure luck-- David just needed to take his heart medicine and the bag had dumped…read moreso we pulled off at the next exit. Beautiful luck! The fudge (I got maple walnut and turtle) has ideal texture-- creamy but firm.

Loved the smell of fresh popped popcorn upon entering and all the choices of candy and popcorn…read moreavailable.

Lots of selection. Lots of fun other things too. Mad at myself for not getting more of a few things.read more

Ozark Maid offers Taffy and other candies sold by the pound. They sell over ten flavors of…read morehomemade Fudge. They also sell Jelly Belly, Nostalgic Candies, and Chocolates. However this is not just a candy store. This is a great store to stop at for a gift. Soup mix kits, spices, jellies, and hot sauces are popular items. They also sell Tervis, Mizzou items, and novelty gifts. The section I liked the best was full of lake and beach house decorations. Ozark Maid sells San Sabra Peach Pecan Amaretto Jelly. This Jelly is hands down the best thing on Earth. You can use it on everything from toast, biscuits, and scones to Ice Cream. Trust me, you want to pick up a jar today! I will be back in my next visit to the Lake.

What a neat experience got goodies for friends and family very delicious fudge! I recommend trying…read moreit before you buy it as some I thought I'd love but they were too sweet. Staff was so pleasant and fun! They said you can order ahead of time and pick up! How neat!

Ha, ha. From the obvious reference in their name to the "Welcome to Uranus" greeting all the…read moreemployees shout out to you when you walk in, 'eating fudge from Uranus' is a must-do. Lot's of quirky stuff to see and, of course, plenty of fudge flavors and other decadent foods to choose from. Plenty of fun things to see, but even if you're just looking for a quick stopover, this is a great one to do, plus get your Passport stamped.

Goin' old school!…read more Remember the days of going to the candy store and having whomever put stuff in the bag while you go "...and then one Sqirty Sour, 2 Knackle Drops, another Squirty Sour, 2 Grape Fizzly Sticks..."? Ya me neither, I'm too young for that. But that's what this place is! Half the store is taffy, 40% is candy you buy as stated above, the rest are odds and ends. The lady behind the counter had always been extremely nice and patient with everyone. And it's in a great location! Recommended

Fun store! So many Taffy flavors! I could have bought bags and bags of candy here, I was in heaven…read more I just got a few pieces because I'm taking it easy on sugar. The prices are unbeatable and the lady working at the counter is super sweet. If you want candy, this is your place!

This is my daughters' favorite place in all of Springfield. Each have their own favorites and they…read morenever disappoint. The staff is always so amazing and kind. For the best candy around you have to get it out!

Love love love! I am in TX and ordered for shipping recently: jelly beans, fudge, and some of the…read morefilled chocolates (not the actual bon bon's, but I'll definitely be ordering those next!) and they're amazing! I got an alert that the order was shipped really quickly, and it was packaged very nicely and securely. There was even a wrapped and sealed ice pack in the box to keep them cool! This is the first place I've ordered from that has taken that level of care My favorite has been the thin mints, the mint is perfectly smooth and sweet but isn't overpowering~ The fudge is also to die for, it's so rich and perfect!Thank you so much, will definitely be recommending to friends for gifts and holidays!!

Great stop right off the highway for drinks, snacks and more. Service was good and we were on our…read moreway in no time.

RIP to secretly the best breakfast to go joint at all hours within a hundred miles. Kitchen cooking…read morebreakfast sammiches to order with as much spice as you want, and even at 2am they were still their nice snarky selves. Now the breakfast side has been nerfed into a bizarro-world Dunkin Donuts, only the drinks are made with the wrong mix levels and the inventory of hot breakfasts are incredibly lifeless, with no taste, much less spice at all...wrapped around some listless employees who might be obvious nepotism hires who got five stars for their indifference and lack of short term memory. Sounds like a death-knell, right? Not exactly. The place still has good workers on the retail store side and the homegrown chicken joint is still the original one for now, and their product is always selling out the door at this still-well-used fuel-n-food location. Add a star and a half if breakfast was no interest for you here, and remove the same if that's all you came here for aside from the fuel. You've been warned.

What better way to celebrate your birthday than with one of your favorite food groups...ice cream…read more Yes, it is a food group and if anyone tells you differently you do not need that kind of negativity in your life. Stopped in here following lunch, to find a bright spot in the food scene - I succeeded! A great little place, with fantastic ice cream, and nostalgia tucked in the corner candy section. I wanted one of everything on the menu, it was hard to make my decision. Opted for a Sunday (I was actually there on a Subday and found it fitting). The staff were friendly, the shop very neat with quirky pieces of furniture. Great place to stop on Route 66 for a refreshing treat. Date night, meeting friends, family outing, or to celebrate milestones...ice cream should always be part of the equation.

Great ice cream! The atmosphere was nostalgic. The servers were friendly and information about…read morethis quaint college town

Delicious brownies; good coffee; great service…read more My husband and I needed a break and some coffee while driving on Highway 63 in central Missouri. We were looking for a different bakery that apparently went out of business. We just happened to walk past this shop. We asked a woman sitting outside where we could get coffee, and she pointed inside the door of this shop. We asked some people working inside if they had coffee. Marcie immediately said she would make a fresh pot, and asked us to sit down. We sat down at one of the small tables. I looked in the bakery case, and saw some delicious-looking brownies. I told Marcie we would like two brownies. Marcie said that those brownies were a couple days old, but she had a new batch that was fresh out of the oven, and would we like a couple of those. We said yes. She gave us a choice of nuts or no nuts, and inside or edge brownies. We went for inside, with nuts. The brownies were warm, chewy and delicious. We spent the next 30-45 minutes talking with Marcie. She had recently returned to the Houston after living in San Francisco a few years. Marcie told us about starting the bakery within this storefront, which also offered crafts and essential oils made within a 30 mile radius. She told us about making cupcakes for a community event, someone's wedding cake, and other offerings. A local come in for coffee and some more fudge. We talked with him too. When we left Marcie gave us some free coconut caramel bars. Three things really impressed me about this shop. One is that instead of offering us older brownies and coffee, she offered us the freshest and very best. Second, the brownies were scrumptious and the coffee was very good. She plans to later offer a full service coffee bar. Third, we had a great time talking with Marcie and learning about life in Houston. What a welcome break from hours of highway driving., The bakery shop is not large, nor the selection huge, but our visit there was memorable. We will definitely return if we pass through Houston again.

Cake was dry. The look of the cake was terrible. I paid for a professionally decorated cake and…read moregot a cake that looked like a 10 year old iced it. It was lopsided, the buttercream icing was an odd shade greenish yellow. The flowers on the cake were not made of icing, they were silk flowers. I will never order from here again, nor will anyone in my family. If I could give a rating less than one star I would.