Let me start by saying I absolutely love gourmet kettle cooked corn. This delicious treat came in more than 30 flavors. They've been known to have such exotic and spicy flavors freshly made when you arrive at this wonderful pit stop off of the side of the Shenandoah mountain trail. We brought over 16 bags of multiflavored popcorn and even added 3 bags of porkrines in delicious flavored. Do check it out. read more

Always a great experience here! They have a wide variety of popcorn and pork rinds, and they're all highly addictive. (Pro tip: you can mix the flavors to create a custom combo.) Located just outside of the Shenandoah National Park entrance, it's great for a post-hike snack, but I've taken the drive from Richmond just for the popcorn alone. I look for any excuse to cruise in the mountains, but FYI, they do ship so check out their website. read more

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Lead story: I have had friends who would scoff at the least mention of Pork Rinds. I'd then ask, "have you had fresh* pork rinds?" which generated replies from, "hell no," to "yes, the bag was in-date." It is unfortunate that so many people deny themselves fresh pork rinds based on such limited experience. "Aren't they just fried pig skin?" they offer condescendingly. I gather my Southern gumption mentioning that most love fried chicken, with its gobs of vaguely-seasoned flour and breadcrumbs, as a delicacy. So, after reconsideration, they agree to try these babies at KING'S GOURMET POPCORN, any good county fair, or summer festival. Pro tip: if you still have pork rinds 24+ hours old, they make great croutons! Caution: aftet ingesting good rinds, warn your friends and family that you may develop a passion for Tammy Wynette, and other classic "Country & Western" musicians, and a taste for mass-produced American beer! You have been warned! Their carefully chosen variety of popcorn is designed for flavor, not the cheaper variety mean to take up space. Still crunchy, KING'S combines flavorings to make each handful, lead to the next. Soon, you look down at your empty "small" bag and ask for more from the laidback staff who push hard for your positive experience. They are also very friendly with hikers who often eat under-seasoned mush for days! J.M. * my preference is "fresh " is 0-24 hours old, like a french baguette. read more

Very nice gentleman who goes about and beyond to help those in need and excellent popcorn with too many flavors to try all at once though the white cheddar it to die for read more

I ordered the he skins and several different flavors of the popcorn. I live in Ohio so I had to have the items shipped to me. when I got my package, the skins and the popcorn tasted so fresh. it was almost like I was there in person. lol. the packaging was epic and the freshness left me speechless. I now use this company for all my party and gift needs. everyone just love it! THANKS KING FOR THE GREAT FRESH PRODUCTS!!!! read more

King's is a must stop whenever we're in the area! We love all the different flavors you can't find anywhere else!

Stopped by on my way towards the Blue Ridge Parkway for a little scenic drive to grab a quick snack. I'd heard of this place from several friends and co-workers before but had never thought of myself as a true fan of kettle corn. I was able to find a clear parking area in close proximity to the stand. I was greater at the window as soon as I walked up by a cheerful individual. I was pleasantly surprised by the wide selection of samples available as I wasn't sure what I really wanted. I ended up deciding on the caramel popcorn and let me tell you it was delicious! I originally anticipated the burnt taste of kettle corn from previous encounters but this popcorn did not at all resemble any of those previous encounters. The service was quick, and I was soon on my way. They did have a picnic table out front so if one has time they could sit and enjoy the view. I'll definitely be back to grab more popcorn in the near future. read more

Had the best time at Kings Gourmet Popcorn!! the service was amazing and you can literally make your own blend of flavors!! Also the ambiance was amazing- pre hike snack success read more

Made fresh with plenty of flavors. Popcorn and pork rinds... a must stop and visit! Try the spicy hot pork rinds or the dark chocolate and sea salt popcorn. read more

Kings Popcorn is amazing, the hot dogs, the popcorn, OMG the popcorn so many wonderful flavors it's hard to choose from. They also have many flavors of pork rinds & fries. Ron King went above & beyond, he's so friendly & made sure everyone was happy! Added bonus that this is right off the Appalachian Trail read more

Kings Gourmet Popcorn - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Afton, Virginia

Driving home from Monroe Institute stopped here and best popcorn I ever had - caramel apple was my favorite - I was shocked how good it was. Butter was 2nd kettle 3rd and cheddar 4th fav. I wish I got more bags because not all flavors are available online. read more

What I like about Kings Gourmet popcorn is the amount of new flavors! This guy pops fresh popcorn daily and not only is it FRESH, they also serve fresh pig skin, hot dogs, fries and a variety of drinks. The atmosphere is clean and welcoming. read more

This is a great place to stop and get a delicious snack. Its very conveniently located as well.

Great kettle corn. Friendly service. Near Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive. Convenient and excellent fresh kettle corn.

Just tried the Lemon Pound Cake popcorn. If I had closed my eyes, I would have thought that I was eating a piece of mom's lemon pound cake. Excellent!!! read more

MUST stop here on your way out of the mountains! This reminds me of a place that would have been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. If it hasn't, it should be! For my husband and me, it's tradition to stop here after a long hike (or even a drive along Skyline) to refuel before a long ride home. The popcorn kernels are massive and the seasonings are powerful. As tempting as it may be to get the chocolate-covered kernels, I encourage you to try to the white cheddar Cajun popcorn. Warm, sharp flavor with a kick. Very happy that they offer coffee too! read more

We stop regularly at Kings Popcorn and liked it a lot. However, at my last stop, there was a new saleswoman (did they maybe change ownership?). She charged me $15 for a "small" bag of popcorn; about three times what it was a couple of weeks ago. The price list that they had on the side of the truck was not there anymore, so I did not argue, but we will not return. read more

King's Gourmet Popcorn is a mobile popcorn stand located in Afton, VA. When you take exit 99, it is literally at the foot of the Inn at Afton, in the parking lot (don't make your way up the hill to the rear parking lot of the Inn, but pass it and make a left into the larger lot; they're situated under the signs). The menu offers kettle corn (different flavors such as Chocolate Drizzle Caramel, Texas BBQ, Cajun White Cheddar, etc.), pork rinds, hot dogs (Nathan's Famous), and ice cream. I tried the Golden Cheddar, White Cheddar, and Spicy Cheddar mix, and even though a medium-size was purchased, it was still a very hefty bag! The popcorn itself was okay and coated quite well; I was expecting something with a sweet crispier taste, like the ones I've had in Williamsburg. The staff here are extremely friendly, and I have to give a shout-out to Ethan, since he was sooo hilarious! When we went, there was a fog warning on the mountain, so when it's raining and such, just keep in mind that the visibility is about 0%! If you're craving for some popcorn/snacks in the Shenandoah Valley area, check King's Gourmet out. Just a note - it was mentioned that they will soon have a brick-and-mortar spot. +mobile popcorn stand +generous amount in bags +ask for Ethan :D +located in the main parking lot of the Inn at Afton (exit 99) read more

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After reading the reviews, I was really excited to try this place. I hate to report that my husband and I were quite disappointed. We ordered three minis - Chicago mix (caramel and cheddar), cajun white cheddar, and salted caramel. I love the Christmas tins of popcorn we usually get in the office at work. I was expecting this to be similar, but maybe slightly elevated in quality. I love to mix the caramel and cheddar together every year so it was a no brainer to get the Chicago mix. The caramel flavor wasn't strong enough to compete with the cheddar popcorn flavor so every bit tasted like cheddar with a hint of sweetness with the caramel popcorn. The cajun white cheddar was a little too spicy to enjoy and the salted caramel had a mild flavor. I didn't find the staff as "super friendly" as previously reported even though the gentleman of the two was friendly enough. read more

Kings Gourmet Popcorn - a man standing in front of a food truck - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Afton, Virginia

Popcorn was good the white cheddar was full of flavor. They were friendly when I purchased the popcorn. The smell of the cinnamon was awesome. read more

Kings Gourmet Popcorn - a food truck parked in a parking lot - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Afton, Virginia

This food truck offers all sorts of flavored kettle corn and hot dogs. My husband was so happy to have one with chili on it. If you are on Afton Mountain, you have to stop here. read more

Kings Gourmet Popcorn - the food truck - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Afton, Virginia

We finally stopped after passing by several times. It is now a must. We just love the Cajun White Cheddar. Another favorite is the Kettle Corn. Just the right amount of salty and sweet. I believe the family will be getting Kings Gourmet Popcorn for Christmas!! read more

I had the Carmel popcorn it was amazing it was crunchy on the exterior and buttery soft in the middle. THE BEST popcorn I have ever had!!

Awesome stop on the way to the Charlottesville area! The staff was super friendly and provided us with some recommendations. The Chicago mix- caramel corn and cheddar combination was SO awesome. It's a perfect mix of sweet and salty and definitely worth grabbing a bag! read more

The best pork rinds! They are always so friendly fast a professional. Excellent customer service!

Had a "mini" bag of caramel corn when I was going through that way. It was some of the best caramel corn that I'd ever had. I can only imagine how awesome the other flavors are. read more

I can't count the number of times I've been here, but the kettle corn is always wonderful. Perfect place for a stop when traveling. Give it a go; you won't be sorry. read more

Spicy cheddar was delicious. Passed them for so many years and finally stopped. I will be sure to stop by every time in the future.

Best popcorn ever. Got my first couple bags about twenty minutes ago. They were so nice and let me sample (big samples!) six different kinds of popcorn. Honest to god, every single kind I tried was better than any popcorn I've ever had before. I will be stopping back there tomorrow to get more for my trip home. Kind, creative, lovely people who make damn good popcorn. read more

The carmel corn is amazing. The cheddar was too salty for me to eat. Definitely stop after a hike/trip in the mountains. A great treat for the ride home! read more

Delicious kettle popcorn! We got one medium sized bag for $5 at the start of our hike. Came back to get 2 more bags after the hike.

After reading a few of the other reviews, I feel as if I may have visited the stand on a off day. They were all out of chilli so I opted for a simple hot dog and pork rinds. My hotdog was flavorless. I was a little shocked by this as it was a Nathan's hotdog and not a cheap generic brand. The pork rinds were soft and the spicy flavor was perfect. Enough flavor with the right amount of heat. I will be back for the popcorn but will be bypassing the hotdogs. read more

The best popcorn I've ever had. The caramel covered corn tastes like a marshmallow that was toasted over a campfire.

The Kettle Corn is amazing and a must-have if you choose to stop by here! The prices are all very fair and the amount of popcorn given is very generous! I really liked how there are sizes from extra small to jumbo so there is a size for everyone! read more

We stumbled upon Kings Popcorn. Their Chicago caramel-cheddar mix is the best. The popcorn is simply delicious and fresh. The staff greeted you with a friendly smile. read more

This popcorn is awesome. We make the 30 minute trip just to stock up before family movie night. Or really any time we crave great, homemade kettle corn. It is absolutely worth it. The cinnamon is my favorite, but the maple and chocolate flavors are very good too. read more