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!

As you walk up, you'd think that it's just an average chocolate shop. But, this place is anything…read morebut average. Everyone was unbelievably kind. It felt as if I was appart of their family. The place was sparkling clean. There was chocolate as far as the eye could see. And, the chocolate fountain was amazing! I could swim in that stuff. Pure heaven! The bonbons were to die for! I got the blood orange one and it was decadent and delightful! It was zesty and sweet with a pop of bittersweetness from the rich dark chocolate. It was a dream. I couldn't recommend this place more! We started out the night with learning all about chocolate and how to make it. Then, we learned all about the history behind NC chocolate. Which, I found absolutely fascinating! After, we dipped cookies in chocolate and pretzels. Then, we got to decorate them! Which, I loved! It felt as if I was a kid in a candy store. Then, we got to make our own caramel apples covered in peanuts, cookies, or cereal. Which, was a blast! After, we were given lots of samples and treats to take home. Along, with a swag bag! Thank you, Kesha, and NC company for making this wonderful experience possible!

Went here this morning to find a chocolate bunny one week after Easter and of course Vinnie had…read moresome. Asked where my granddaughter was even though he only met her once about 6 months ago. He runs a children's paradise and could not be kinder to all.

Wonderful store. Amazing chocolate covered coffee beans. According to our daughter "the candy was…read moreamazing!" Tons of classic stuff too

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.

02/09/26 - I have been coming to Georgia Nut Company (GTC) for years located @ 7500 Linder Ave. I…read morehave been coming here for years usually to pick up some dark chocolates or nuts. I swung by Georgia Nut Company to pick up some dark chocolate covered almonds today after lunch w/my buddies. Over the years GTC has scaled back the size of their retail store but it's still worth stopping in & perusing the store & pick up some goodies.

This place is great for candies and nuts. I love the salted mixed nuts. They're always fresh and a…read morenice size. I like them because no peanuts is in the mix as a filler. The store has a free parking lot in front of the store, with the store displaying a mixture of gift baskets and clearance items. The lady behind the counter was super nice.

I had a super special date at Margie's with my 2 year old, and we had the best time ever. What I…read morelove about Margie's is that it's frozen in time. It's pretty small inside, there are only a few tables. A server comes to your table to place your order, which I feel like never happens at ice cream shops anymore! The menu is huge! There were multiple sections to banana splits, sundaes, and shakes. We decided to go with something simple. My son ordered 2 scoops of cookies n cream ice cream (with sprinkles of course) and I got moose tracks! The ice cream is the real deal. Our server was super sweet, and we were in and out of there in probably 30-45 minutes. We had the best time and will definitely be back this summer.

We heard that Margie's Candies had some seriously good sundaes, so obviously we had to check the…read moreplace out. (The fact that the joint's been around for over 100 years doesn't hurt either.) It's a small restaurant but we managed to snag a cozy table near the back. We'd already spent most of the day eating, so we decided to share the Atomic Fudge Sundae. It's a fairly enormous concoction. I found it interesting that the hot fudge was served on the side, but it's actually pretty smart because you get control how much (or how little) sauce you get. The ice cream is the highlight. It's creamy and rich, and it's got a really nice flavor, too. The hot fudge was less impressive, but that might be because I had already eaten a Ghirardelli sundae earlier in the day and their hot fudge just can't be beat. The service was super friendly and the atmosphere was kitschy and fun. It's a cool place.

This is a nice, accessible, small, manageable, non-mall alternative for your candy and nut gift…read moreneeds. Located right off the Kimball ramp of the Kennedy Expressway, and just one block south of the Home Depot at Kimball and Addison. The prices are fantastic. The employees are just the kind of people who should be working in a candy store-very sweet. They have chocolate covered everything here: nuts, berries, pretzels, plus those yogurt-covered candies, bags of whole nuts (cashews at $5.99 a lb.), chocolate and yogurt coated caramel and nut patties, and lot's of very reasonably priced holiday and gift packaged items. Many are between $5-10.00. (Great picks for those folks you don't really like but for some reason you need to give them a gift.) Or stocking stuffers. I acted as my own parent here and said: "OK, now you can buy one thing here, just ONE!" I ended up with a nice large bag of something I know I will eat in one day once I start on them: Chocolate-coated sponge candy. An 11 ounce bag for $5.14! Such a deal. If I'm a good boy this week, perhaps my inner parent will let me go back for more goodies!

On the prowl for a specific type of pecan (size, roast, salt, etc.) and just before ordering…read moreonline, I figured why not make a phone call to the candy/nut shop on Kimball that seems to go by a few names: Arway, Chicago Candy & Nut and Long Grove Confectionery. The person who took the call was way beyond nice, helpful and accommodating and went way above and beyond expectations to ensure I got exactly what I was searching for. This meant having the nuts sent from its suburban location to the shop on Kimball. This kind of service engenders great loyalty and you can bet I'll shop this little store often and also tell others how delighted I was with the whole 5-star experience. Also: the pecans are pretty amazing!

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!

Came here after sushi across the street at Wakamono yesterday evening. No line or wait. Service was…read morefriendly and fast. Loved the pirate's treasure with m&ms and Oreos. They also had a great selection of candy, though we didn't buy any. Will come back for sure whenever I'm in Chicago!

Great store to get cards and neat gifts. I got this mug with all different types of lottery ticket…read moreattached, like flowers, it was a cool idea.

This Fannie May location has been at this location for ages! A chocolate and a candy shop that…read moreoriginates from Chicago back in 1920, their items still have not changed one bit over the years! I am so glad that this is nearby when I'm in town so that I can stack up on two of my favorites - the Pixies, which are milk chocolate covered caramel and crunchy pecans, and the Mint Meltaways, which is a combination of mint and milk chocolate. Both are simple, decadent, and will satisfy any sweet tooth! It's rare to find a chocolatier like this one! Be sure to check Fannie May out - you won't be disappointed! Staff are friendly, and there's also parking in their private lot. +Pixies! +Mint Meltaways! +friendly staff +private lot for your vehicle

This is the absolute WORST outfit to order from on-line! Just you try to buy a few pounds and see…read morehow far you get. NO such thing as putting an item in your "bag". There is, apparently, no bag, no customer service on-line, no virtual assistant, no company contact number and no e-mail. I love the chocolates - they became my favorites when I was still almost a baby. But on-line service has left the worst taste in my mouth. See's candy comes in second place, but at least you can buy their stuff.