Nice store & nice staff with a large selection of Vermont made chocolates--truffles that are so…read morepretty!

I stopped in last week with my two boys - we just browsing around the town. I picked up eight sea…read moresalt caramels, half white chocolate and half dark. It's perhaps important to note that I don't often post reviews, but I was so impressed by the quality of these chocolates that, even a week later I feel the need to do so. Here's the deal: these were the best chocolates I have ever eaten. The multiple layers of encasing chocolate were thin and consistent, the caramel centers beautifully executed in both flavor and consistency - not overly sweet or salty, just perfectly balanced. The whole thing was just stunning. I was in Queechee, VT a few days later and picked up some other sea salt caramels, just as a test - nothing doing - they were not even close. I'm fairly well traveled and a bit of a gourmet, not on the snobby side, good food, good wine, etc. I did not think I would find the best chocolates ever down a back alley in Chester, VT. But I did. They are so good that I tried to change my return route to get some more, but I had to rush back home to NY. But I will be back. Also, the owners/staff are kind and welcoming, and the shop is charming and full of lovely local crafts and clothes. But for me, the chocolates are the star here. Go get them!

I used to get candy from them as a kid in the 80s and 90s when they were in the Colony Mill mall…read more Went back Nov 2025 and it was still just as good. Staff was friendly, clean with good lighting, and great selection considering the size of the store. It's hard to go wrong with what you choose to get. I'm normally not a dark chocolate person but actually prefer the dark chocolate here.

In the days of the ever increasing chain stores, this spot is a Keene, NH institution and a perfect…read moreexample of a small business that you treasure for still being around! My wife has been going here since she was a kid. They have delicious chocolates, fudge, truffles with flavors like marzipan and various cremes. You can make your own assorted box and pick your own from the case or they have prepackaged as well. They have a good selection of old school candies like candy buttons, sour patch kids, rock candy and the like. They get creative with things like "reindeer corn" around the holidays and themed stuff for Valentines, etc. I also like how reasonable their prices are-they are more than fair and affordable. If you need a good treat, stop by. Easily found off beautiful walkable main street in Keene, where many other great businesses are as well.

Any trip to Vermont requires a stop off at Harlow's. They moved the store around and it created a…read moremore open feel, however it seems to me a lot of their usual stuff was not to be found this time. To be fair, it was off season this time, we tend to go to peep a leaf. Prices are not surprising and I just buy what I want and open my wallet so they can empty it. I did not see the cheeses.....sadness.

Their maple sugar candy is excellent, as well as the syrup. I stop in time to time, quality is…read moreexcellent and prices reasonable. They also have a good selection of t-shirts, items for visitors as well. Definitely recommend. ​​

We certainly didn't have any room for dessert after the food at Margaritas. So we decided to walk…read morethe downtown streets before getting into the car to head back over to the b&b we stayed in. After a few blocks, we were intrigued by this store and wandered in. Lots of candy - reminded me a little of Economy Candy in NYC (iykyk) except very spacious instead of that crowded space on the Lower East Side. But towards the back, they have ice cream...one of my weaknesses. There were maybe 6 or 8 hard ice cream flavors plus some soft serve. Still pretty full, we shared just one scoop of "Maine Black Bear," very similar to my favorite Brattleboro Blueberry Haus Vermont Black Bear; vanilla ice cream with raspberry swirls and jam plus some chocolate chunks (VT version has chocolate raspberry filled!). Hit the spot for just a little sweetness after a well-seasoned dinner!

The candy had mold on it and gave me food poisoning for 2 days never going back again…read moreand the worker was rude

Cute little shop with candies, souvenirs, maple syrup and maple creamers (maple soft serve)…read more We got a couple, one with maple crunchie toppings. In looking at the wall, it looks like they have won lots of awards for their maple syrups!

Ever go to a place so much you forget you never did a Yelp review?…read more Well this place is a gem. Sure the candy or the wine is nice. And the local souvenir gifts are a plus. But you come here in part for three things: the maple syrup (nuff said), the view, and the Maple Creemees. We could call it soft serve but well, Vermont. The creemees are delish. Affordable and big they are perfect on a summer day, a fall, day or even a winter day. Then take it out and eat by the lake? Heavenly. Nice people. Well worth the stop.

Up to this point in my hunt, I have been to 25 ice cream places on the list. This is in my Top 3…read more(it being 3rd) because I love how flavorful the Red Raspberry limited sorbet was. Also, I added cherries and they were not only huge, but she put 2 of them! Again, thank you for putting up with our rowdy group of runners. I was the only one doing the hunting, but they wanted to tag along. We all got something from the ice cream/candy shop, then sat outside and talked forever. There's also a gazebo you can sit at in the middle of the business while eating.

Extremely friendly staff. Open 7 days a week. I had a couple chocolates and they were delicious!…read moreI'd recommend on their customer service and delicious chocolates. Lots of old fashioned candy and ice cream too!

Great candy store with lots of serve yourself options. Good variety with lots of chocolate and…read moregummy varieties. Worth the stop if you are in the area.

Sophia's is a fun place for a solo pick-me-up or to bring kids. When I walked in, I first noticed…read morethe fudge and it was delicious. The owner let me know about all of the types of candies available: from the hard candies to the Licorice Lagoon to the massive selection of gummies to the chocolates to the rock candies and to bubble gums to sours to lollipops to international finds (including from Europe, Dubai and Mexico) ... it's a small space but there won't be much that you can't find if you are having a hankering. The freeze-dried candies are delicious: very flavorful. Go to Sophia's Candy Corner on Facebook to see featured candy items and events. She's also big on car events out in the parking lot in front of the shop, in season.

Delicious ice cream! Great vegan options, but no gluten free cones. Large assortment of toppings…read moreand three different sizes. The personnel are kind, accommodating, and friendly. Our orders came quickly, which we appreciated. Indoor and outdoor seating and fun decor. Clever corkboard of flavor options!

The cashier made a face at my order? I was very confused because I only ordered a Vegan Oreo? The…read moretaste was fantastic, but all three people behind the counter gave me dirty looks and I probably won't be coming back.

I came here with my nephew from Canada so he could meet George and Jill. I am sad to say that they…read moreare closing the store for good. I guess I can't blame them for retiring, they been doing it for 25 years. I will surely miss them and the store of course. Who else makes my favorite Vermonster? Sad really sad. Enjoy your retirement Jill and George, you deserve it!

Date: Sunday 2/7/16 Time: early afternoon…read more A staple location when visiting Bennington, Vermont! A very cute and lovely vt couple, who own and operate the small shop. I believe they make all the chocolate cover candies, cheeses, and ice creams on premise. They have a farm in back of the shop! Freshness!!! Must try: best rainbow cookies, even better than a lot of other baked good I had in NYC. Chocolate cover candies are usually around $10 a lb. They also have maple sugar candy and cookies.