This is just the type of shop that I look for to feed my sweet tooth while on vacation. There should be one in every tourist town worth its salt, and Guntflint Mercantile is a small but very good one. Fudge and truffles in the case, housemade--you can see the operation in the back. On the shelves... everything else that you can think of: coffee, cocoa mix, spice blends, fancy chocolate bars, various sweets such as "moose poop", "deer poop", and "unicorn poop" aka chocolate-covered almonds, chocolate-covered raisins, and jelly beans. I bought some licorice caramels and got my son to try them, which is a major dad victory. I also picked up a variety of craft soft drinks from Northern Soda Company, based in the Twin Cities (they missed a real opportunity here to call it Minne-soda!). The proprietor said that they're the only shop in the area that carries it. They sell a sampler box as well as loose cans for a make-your-own four-pack. It's all made with real sugar and it's very good, kind of sweet but just drink it over ice on a hot day. Of course there are classics such as cola, root beer, ginger ale, and cream soda, but also black cherry, apple, blue raspberry, and some other enticing-sounding flavors e.g. Sunday Purple, North Coast Cooler, and Pontoon Punch. I kinda wanted to try them all! Next time. read more

The guy at the counter was very friendly and knowledgeable. The product is wonderful, some of the best fudge I've ever had. The peanut butter cups just melted in my mouth, Wow! Highly recommended by my wife and I. read more

This place just has the BEST fudge ever! I always send some out of town on holidays. Dark chocolate and Sea Salt Carmel Chocolate are my faves! Addictive! read more

the owner is really business savvy - recently they opened a big window you can order from because of covid. they have super cute stuff -- and fun minnesota things. they also make fudge. beth's fudge is the most popular, but don't skip tasting the fudge here! they come in slices and are pretty reasonable. make sure to check them out when you are in grand marais! read more

completely incompetent bartender! remembered my husbands beer, came back asking what I had ordered. We already ordered everything! (didn't remember what wine I ordered). She asked how we were doing... oh just waiting on our food. A couple sat down next to us about 10 minutes later, they got their drinks immediately AND their app + entrees came before our soup + chips (also soup was wrong). It was a quick bite to hold us over for our 1 year anniversary dinner. I rarely post, but this girl literary raised her hands and said "I just bring it when they tell me" we couldn't wait to leave! If I could give a zero, I would! We won't be spending money there anymore! read more

Super cute shop with delicious homemade fudge, truffles, taffy and ice cream. They have great gifts to take home or give! We bought caramels, mason jar soup mixes, coffee mugs, and a chocolate wolf paw that was probably the most amazing chocolate and caramel I've ever eaten!! Super soft caramel with chocolate and cashews!!! read more

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Such an incredibly cute little business! Friendly employees. I like their variety of cookie cutters and fun Minnesota themed stuff!

Fabulous little find on our venture into Grand Marais today! The fudge was some of the best we've ever had! Awesome assortment of flavors - maple bacon (?!?) how can you beat that?, almond joy, chocolate walnut, red velvet, etc. also candy for the kids and ice cream. If you are looking for a sweet treat after a long hike, this will surely hit the spot! read more

This is a must stop when in Grand Marais! The fudge is homemade and the creamiest I have ever had, with a great selection of flavors, to include Chocolate Peanut Butter and Cookies & Cream (my favorites). Also not to be missed, the truffles! They're the perfect consistency and a wonderful treat, that are made in store as well. Also a great selection of candies, Grand Marais treats and ice cream. Doesn't get better than this for a sweet treat! read more

The pictures make the store look slot bigger than it really is, but they still had a good selection of items. It's a neat LITTLE store.

The Cookie Dough fudge is AMAZING! I definitely didn't have enough of it and need to go back.

Absolutely the best fudge in Grand Marais! My personal favorite is sea salt caramel but I know a lot of people who swear by their maple bacon fudge. And Chelsea is always coming up with new unique flavors - last time I was in she had things like root beer float fudge and craft beer fudge. Once in a while she has pink champagne fudge which is also awesome! Last summer we decided to try something other than the fudge, so we bought a package of dill veggie/chip dip mix. It was wonderful, too. read more

The fudge is so fresh and delicious. My passion is the homemade turtles.......absolutely delicious! When my grandchidren come to Grand Marais to visit, going to the Gunflint Mercantile is a must. Very clean and friendly shop!!! read more

Great customer service, friendly, and willing to go the extra mile helping me put together a little anniversary treat for my parents. Chelsea is great to work with! Thank you :) read more