Hands down the best customer service ever! I tried some of my coworker's popcorn and immediately knew I needed some of my own. We loved the white cheddar and banana pudding the most (it was a very close call!), but strawberry cheesecake and lemon pound cake were also huge favorites. Seriously, give it a try -- you will not be disappointed. These also make the perfect gift for a teacher, coworker, or friend! read more

Popstarz Popcorn - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

10/10 I enjoy getting popcorn from here, Especially when I have visitors from out of town. The selection of flavors is always top tier. The staff is always kind and delivers great service. read more

We come here often, and the concord mix is always my go to. The staff is always friendly and helpful. You can sample some flavors of you're not sure. They have soooooooooo many flavors to choose from. Flavors such as banana pudding, fruity pebbles, baked potato etc. You're guaranteed to find something yummy! The place is always clean and neatly put together. They have swag, gift cards mini bags, so you're able to get something for everyone! Delicious popcorn, nice staff, clean space, give them a try! read more

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Best popcorn in the Charlotte area! If you want a nice snack this is the spot! Also LouLou provided the best customer service and gave insight on the various flavors. We will definitely be back! read more

Okaaaay, so this is what I bought today. My family and I love coming here. My favorites so far are Banana Pudding and Carolina's Finest. Popstarz is an inventive way to snack. There's a variety of sweet and savory choices. And, I discover a new flavor each time I come. This is a local business which is minority and Veteran owned. They have a rewards program, so I earn points with every purchase. I can't say enough about this great place! Truly a hidden gem in Concord. read more

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Y'all really come here for popcorn? Are yall dead fkn serious? Just make it at HOME FOR FS. It's so much better than having to deal with these kinds of people and selling cold, hard, unflavored "popped" corn. Service was average like all them other corner shops, might as well go to a dumpster for snacks. Don't even talk about the ambiance, if you like to be outside no matter the weather for popcorn that you can simply get at a Target, Walmart or Aldi, or if you just like eating just to eat, this can be for you. It's so tihS goD. read more

I LOVE popcorn! And this place has it all! Savory popcorn... sweet popcorn... popcorn flavors that make you go, "wait... you can make that a popcorn flavor?!" When you walk in, you're met with a wall full of at least 200 large bins of popcorn. I love that they are organized by flavors and types, so you can beeline to the section that speaks to you most. The space is bright, colorful, and lots of room for when it's busy. You're able to sample popcorn flavors before buying, which is always a plus. Staff were friendly and helpful in explaining the profile flavors and ingredients. I'm more of a savory popcorn flavor lover, but since you can sample a few flavors I decided to try some of their sweeter ones. I tried a grape flavored one that had my taste buds confused but delighted! If you can't decide what flavors to get or don't want to commit to big bags of just one flavor, they offer sampler sets or tins with dividers. Great gift for the popcorn lover in your life. read more

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I attended my first Yelp Elite event today. Woo hoot! I was pretty excited as it was popcorn sampling and I love popcorn. Tastes buds did not disappoint. The staff was welcoming and enthusiastic and very helpful. The difficult part was selecting the 10 samples. They have so many unique flavors and combinations to choose from it actually took me a while to decide. They have three sections, chocolate, sweet candy and salty/cheese. These are tough decisions. I flipped over the loaded baked potato flavor, yes loaded baked potato. Every bite had the flavor just right. I could have kept eating a bucket of that it was so delicious.But the star of the show had to be the decadent dog popcorn OMG!!!!! Salted caramel, milk and dark chocolate and goodness through and through. They sell a lot of this flavor and it's a no brainer as to why. I also tried the Harry Potter butter beer flavor - this was just way too cool not to try. I loved it! All and all what a fun time this event was. I will return for more. This would make excellent gifts and they have three sizes you can choose from. I loved the decor and the cool shirts they sell too. The location is easy to find and parking was easy and upfront. Check it out. read more

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So glad to finally visit the Concord location! Visited Belmont a long time ago. They explain the flavors, sizes, and offer samples. About 200 flavors, but they rotate around 90-100. Choose from Chocolate & Premium, Candy & Caramel, or Cheese & Savory. I tried Blueberry Cheesecake, Fruity Pebbles, Sour Bunch, Banana Pudding, S'mores, and Puppy Chow. Of course, they were all good. If you like Sour, definitely get the Sour Bunch. The Banana Pudding was just right for me. Picked up five flavors tonight, but will be back! read more

Popstarz Popcorn - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

Who knew popcorn could be made into so many unique and decadent munchings? Well, I know now... And if you come into this popcorn wonderland you will know too. This store is less than one year old, and I am told that it is the brainchild of an Black American War Veteran. When you come in you will see over 200 popcorn flavors, ranging from classic to unexpected through decadent. There are fruity, chocolate flavors and some unique combinations too. You can try four flavors upon each visit. I ended up getting the "puppy chow," which was chocolate peanut butter coated popcorn with some pretzels thrown in for good measure. I enjoyed it and my husband and I took that down with a quickness. There were a lot of hard kernels (husks) in the popcorn, which concerned me. I also could have used a nutritional guide somewhere for each of their flavors. Nonetheless, service is fast and friendly. I give this business major kudos for a fun, innovative, family service and wish them years of success in the community. read more

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Popcorn wasted ,might not make it . Guys I am not lying when I say this is some of the best flavored popcorn ! Yesterday I taste tested a variety of flavors from Red velvet , lemon pound cake , sour patch , dill pickle , Cajun & more . Fun fact : All the popcorn is made from scratch with the actual ingredients of the popcorn not that powdered flavored stuff . Also they offer over 200 plus flavors to choose from . This cute popcorn shop is fairly new and have only been open for one month. Get a load of all the fun flavors they have to offer . I almost didn't make it out of there . read more

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I stopped in today after visiting last week to purchase Mothers Day treats. When I visited last week the lady working was VERY helpful. I've visited this location over a dozen times but the last time I got a lot of useful information. I purchased a gallon tub since I visit so often. I was notified of the "mix it up Monday" which allows you to mix in flavors. I knew for sure that I wanted the bear crunch but I wanted to try something that I'd never had before. I tried the Andes Mint and mint cookies and cream. I wasn't a fan of either so I decided on the Reese's, which is a flavor that I hadn't tried before but I felt the peanut butter would be a good addition to the chocolate. If you choose to participate in mix it up Monday beware that each flavor cost $1. read more

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This gourmet popcorn hidden gem is 'poppin'! I absolutely loved that this is a veteran-owned local business, which I always am happy to support! The concept is great, and when you first walk-in, the selection can be overwhelming, because with so many selections (that rotate day to day) you really don't know where to start (they have 200+flavors and 100 available and made fresh daily). So, it is fantastically considerate and helpful that they have an updated chart of everything they have in their bins from you to taste and choose from posted on the wall, with the checkmarks indicating what is being served that day. I also like their pricing and category selections; makes it really easy to figure out what you want to try for your flavor preference and your budget. Loved being able to try and buy all new flavors, and do smaller kiddie bags for the sweeter flavors and bigger sizes for the more savory. I brought a group of friends after my first solo visit, and they loved this place as much as I did! The staff were absolutely fantastic; they did a wonderful job of explaining everything, making suggestions (the gal working the first day I went in suggested the Carolina Mix, and then I went in the 2nd time to get some more because me and my fam annihilated the kiddie bag in mins, and the other gal working was like "That's my fav!"...love it when the staff is right on the mark!) and offering tasting guides from going savory to sweet. I ended up getting bags of the following: Carolina Mix Buffalo Maple Bacon Nashville Hot Unicorn Poop Sour Watermelon read more

Okay popcorn lovers are you in for a treat! Take the time to visit Tastebuds Popcorn, a new store in Concord to try one of 200 flavors of popcorn. Their popcorn is made with real ingredients. I tried some incredible flavors. Raspberry, Key Lime Pie, Pizza, Butterbeer, Snickerdoodle, Garlic Breadsticks, even one named for the Panthers and Concord! There are so many to choose from, each one better than the next. You get 2 free samples. They have a frequent buyers club card for customers. The Concord store just opened yet the gentleman that came in behind me already had enough to get free popcorn! There are three different categories of flavors: 1. Cheese and savory 2. Candy and Carmel 3. Chocolate and Premiums You can order multiple sizes: Kiddie to X-Large size bags; special tins or bulk sizes! This popcorn is so much fun! Flavors unlimited to enjoy. Make a you want to come back for more. They have great customer service. Very knowledgeable about the popcorn and what they are made with. So friendly and patient. I appreciate their friendliness and expertise. I will be back. In fact I will be a regular. I recommend everyone cone by and try their popcorn. You will not be disappointed. Conveniently located on Concord Parkway South - not too far from the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Enjoy! read more

I love Tastebuds! You can try every flavor and you still won't have tried every flavor because they keep making new ones! The staff are very helpful and generous with the samples and suggestions so you can narrow down what you want to take home. I ended up with a mix of chocolate/dessert, candy, and cheese flavors. Everything was so good, one bag didn't make it all the way home! Honestly, there are no bad choices, there's something for every craving. I like that you can take anything from mini bags for party favors to huge bags that would make for an epic movie night with friends. Check them out! read more

Popstarz Popcorn - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

Checked out tastebuds popcorn as a yelp elite event and I am obsessed. They have over 200 flavors so it is hard to choose what to get! I sampled quite a few and my favorites were the Harry Potter butter, pina colada and the spicy ranch. I really liked the dill pickle also! Their signature panther pop is caramel flavored and amazing. Only flavor I wasn't crazy about was the buffalo. This place is so much fun and makes for great gift ideas also! read more

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I had a great experience at Tastebud popcorn in Concord . The staff were very welcoming. I felt like a kid again in a candy shop but with popcorn. I had the opportunity to try so many flavors. Too many to count. I would definitely recommend to my friends and family, especially those who have kids. This is a great place to get fresh popcorn for favors for special occasions, and to bring kids or family visiting in town. I recall having this growing up so I know kids would love it. Thank you guys for the nice smiles, and warm welcome. I will never forget. read more

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If you love popcorn, you have to try Tastebuds Popcorn! They have over 200 flavors across 3 main categories: Cheese & Savory, Candy & Caramel and Chocolates & Premiums. You'll get two free samples with each visit to allow you to explore different flavors. Once you find one you like, you choose the size which ranges from kiddie to 6.5 gallons (yes, you read that right). My husband and I tried Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Garlic Breadsticks, Hot Cheetos and White Cheddar. All of them were unique and tasty in their own way. Ultimately we landed with Hot Cheetos and White Cheddar and didn't regret it! We're definitely going back, and next time trying the Belmont location. xoxo, @rondaexplores read more

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I walked in on Saturday night to grab a snack and the staff was so friendly. I ended up getting the dill pickle popcorn-- SO good. The cherry cordial is limited edition and very good-- a nice balance of cherry and chocolate, but they were almost out that evening. Something to note: every time time you go you can have two tastings. I also tasted the Cheerwine flavor-- I'm not a super fan, and I love Cheerwine. I'll definitely be back and as an fyi the flavors change every month! read more

Wish you weren't so far away! There were 100 flavors of popcorn at the store on a Sunday afternoon. My little toddler was in heaven. We were able to try several flavors and left with three small bags. The girls were very helpful and knowledgeable. Parking available in the plaza. read more

I drove across the city to try this place and I am so glad I did. It's a new spot not too far from the NASCAR stadium. Upon entering I was greeted and welcomed with an explanation of the flavors and how things work. They have a board on the wall that notes allergens - dairy and gluten so you can choose wisely! They have a variety of flavors from cotton candy to Dr Pepper and beyond. You can sample two flavors. Oh how I wish o could have tried more... I probably would have purchased a lot more. I loved the champagne and the banana pudding. This location is in a shared shopping are with plenty of parking. They have everything popcorn- earrings, comfy clothing, etc. They offer a rewards punch card as well where you can earn a free small popcorn. The spot was clean. I will definitely return and recommend. Yum! Hope you enjoy. read more

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I love supporting black-owned businesses. My sons and I stopped by the Concord location today and the customer service & popcorn is AMAZING. We purchased the following flavors: Cheddar Jalapeno Carolina Mix Sour Watermelon We will definitely be back!! read more

Popstarz Popcorn - My sons holding their popcorn, and they started eating theirs in the car, lol. - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

True rating: 4.5/5 This place is very good, and the customer service is even better! They have over 200 flavors and they allowed me to taste a few. I ended up getting the Reese's and cookies n cream. Cookies and cream were good, the only critique would be i wish it had more cookies and cream flavor. Reese's was good as well, and i found it to be more flavorful and richer than the cookies and cream. Overall good popcorn and i would definitely return to check out the other flavors. read more

Popstarz Popcorn - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

The smores and strawberry cheesecake popcorn ::drooling:: That's all. That's the post!

Amazing flavors. Great staff and service. Fun lil games for a lil extra popcorn. I love popcorn and this place doesn't disappoint.

Omgggg where do I begin? The ambiance when you walk into the store is so warm, loving and welcoming. I was immediately greeted by one of the store clerks who started assisting me with the flavor choices. I felt a little overwhelmed due to soo many amazing options and then came Sonja/Sonya. She had me to come to the corner and asked a few questions about my palette and the things I liked as far as heat/sweet and sour. Almost every suggestion I had that she agreed with were SOLD! I am in LOVE with the White Chocolate Strawberry, Sour Pickle and the Carolina Mix. All are so different but distinctively OBSESSING! There prices are beyond fair and this makes amazing gifts, party favors or movie date night treats!! read more

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Love love love this place! They keep 100 popcorn flavors on the shelves but have 200 different flavors. My favorite flavors are the concord combo and dill pickle, so far. You better believe I will be back to try a lot more. You get 2/3 free samples each visit. I suggest using those each time to try flavors that peak your interest. The staff is so fun and friendly. We came in one night an hour before closing and they let us spin the wheel and we played games and lost every one of them but it was so much fun! This place is a gem! read more

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I visited Tastebuds as part of a Yelp Elite Event and was not disappointed! The girls who were working were super helpful and friendly. As part of the event, I was able to sample 10 different flavors, (out of the 100 they have at any given time)! The sign at the store says they offer 2 free samples per person otherwise. And they offer various sizes of bags/containers to take home at excellent price points. My favorite flavor was the Carolina Mix - a mix of cheddar and caramel! Runners up included Cinnamon Donut (which tasted like cinnamon twists from taco bell), and the strawberry cheesecake was excellent too. They ship their popcorn as well. Can't wait to return for my next popcorn fix! read more

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This is a Black-woman owned and operated establishment. I stopped by midday so the traffic of the store was light. There were SO MANY flavor options when it came to the popcorn. They were also categorized from Cheese & Savory (my favorite), Candy & Carmel to Chocolate & Premiums. This place did not disappoint. Being a girl from the Midwest I really enjoyed the Carolina Girl which was a combination of Carolina Mix and White Cheddar Remix. The Carolina Mix is similar to a Chicago mix which reminded me of Home. Some of my other favorites were the Hot Chetto and Loaded Baked potato- everything tasted exactly as described I could taste the chives. However, I don't know what that means for the Unicorn Poop (flavor). LOL! In addition to popcorn they also sold cotton candy, cold drinks and some apparel. I didn't think the price point was bad either as you got quite a lot of popcorn even in a Kiddie sized bag. They do have special occasion tins for the holidays and birthdays and even a sampler tray which I know I'll be back to purchase for the little popcorn lover in my life. read more

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First know. I popcorn. So I was in heaven walking into the store. There are so many flavors. I will definitely go back.

I give this place 4.5 stars. They have unique flavors like cheereine, banana pudding. Nashville Hof chicken and red velvet. I had a hard time deciding what to get. The owners son gave me a hug on the way in. Too cute. I thinking about getting a box before I go back to NYC, But I have no where to pack it. Lol read more

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While visiting home, I took my mom to this location during one of our errand runs and it's truly a very good place to get a variety of different popcorn flavors. They're a franchise based out of Belmont, North Carolina, but has small business energy when you walk in. The store itself is so colorfully decorated with an entire wall of buckets of different popcorn flavors. They have nearly two hundred different flavors, of which they rotate 90-100 at a time. They have all kinds of savory and spicy flavors, candy flavors, and different types of chocolate flavors. The people working at the store were incredibly nice. They took the time to explain all the flavors and the pricing and let us try several different samples from all three groups. Through the yelp event, we got to try a bunch of different flavors in-store and got to take home a 3-flavor variety pack. My mom and I ended up taking home Nashville hot chicken, garlic breadsticks, and cinnamon toast crunch. I truly could have been in there for hours trying different kinds of popcorn. They do all sorts of sizes, including party orders. It's a great place to go and get some popcorn either as a small personal snack or a large party! read more

So glad to see this place POP up in a new location! I am familiar with this store in Belmont and just like the one in Belmont! They do not disappoint!! The staff are always friendly and allow you time to peruse the vast options. They do allow for limited samples. If not, you would sample your way full and that's not good for business! The popcorn is always fresh and that freshness lasts a couple of days after you purchase. The flavors really pack a punch and are rich with flavor. My favorite is extreme cheddar, my NEW favorite is the Concord. It's a great mixture of sweet, salty and buttery...LOVE. The staff were vibrant and VERY knowledgeable about the product, the flavors and favorite pics. The store was clean and festive looking and the location is easy to get to with plenty of places to park. Great place for a sweet treat! read more

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Visited Tastebuds Popcorn today! Oh M Gee!!! There are over 200 flavors for any palette. You name it salty, sweet, savory, dessert... I tried 10 different sample & I loved the Loaded Baked Potato. It was so so good! The Andes Mint was fantastic & it has real Andes mint pieces! If you love hear, I suggest that you try The Reaper. For those who aren't very adventurous, the Extreme Cheese.... I die! The service staff was so friendly & patient. Very professional. In addition to the great options, you can purchase platters and the novelty tees were so cute! I'll definitely be back! Check out my Instagram page... @swill_winecocktailsandmore for a full video. Thank you Tastebuds Popcorn for having me!!! read more

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Tastebuds was easy to work and their product is terrific. Turnaround time between order and delivery was fast and seamless. Barbara read more

I ordered popcorn as a party favor for my sons graduation. I added Blue Raspberry and Orange as his Mix! It was delicious andr my son and all the guests loved the variety and there were no leftovers! Tastebuds Concord was very professional and friendly. read more

Popstarz Popcorn - Assorted flavored popcorn as a party favor! The popcorn was a hit! - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

I was super excited to taste some of these popcorn flavors. I saw the Cheerwine online and it was posted by one of my friends. I love Cheerwine so I had to get that. While I was in the store, I saw fruity pebbles and oh my goodness I love fruity pebbles too, so I had to get some of that as well. I was pleased with the Cheerwine popcorn, it had a pretty darn good flavor and tasted almost identical to real Cheerwine, but my fruity pebbles popcorn disappointed me. It had a burnt taste to it. I'm not one of those people who likes burnt popcorn. This was probably one of those times where I try something once and never go back. On a side note, I asked one of the associates about the pumpkin spice flavor. I knew it wasn't checked on the board, and I knew they didn't have it at the moment. I said "is the pumpkin spice a seasonal flavor, or does it rotate out in the summer as well?" The response I got was "um, we don't know. The flavors we have got a checkmark beside it". I was well aware. read more

Amazing place!! When I went into the store both of the ladies were very welcoming and friendly. The popcorn is delicious!! We went through the 2 gallon run in 2 days. The store is spacious and gorgeous. They have clothing that you can purchase. The real deal is all of the popcorn flavors on the wall. I can never choose one flavor I always have to get multiple. read more

Stopped in to grab a quick bag of popcorn and really enjoyed this neat little store. There were tons of flavors to choose from, something for everyone whether you want sweet, savory, spicy or all of the above. I got and highly recommend the Concord Combo and the Cheeseburger. What was especially great about my visit was the customer service. The 2 young ladies working there were knowledgeable, enthusiastic and made great recommendations. Will definitely go back! read more

Popstarz Popcorn - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

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Always the best popcorn. Great for catering, snacking, and gifts! They also have a punch card program for you to start and earn rewards!