Great customer service and amazing chocolateThe sponge candy is just right! I actually like all their stores, but my favorite is still the one on 8th Street. read more

Very nice and interesting place with a lot of choices. Have to say though, we tried the sponge candy and it's much ado about nothing (IMO) Just not something we cared for or would get again. Lot's of other satisfying goodies there though!!! read more

The chocolate is good. The kids love it. The staff is friendly. We made this an Erie tradition when we are in the area. I like to get a simple piece of white chocolate and milk chocolate. We usually get the sponge but I have to restrict myself from eating the whole bag! We will continue to visit when we come to Erie. The times on Yelp are incorrect so I took a picture. read more

Stefanelli's Candies - Actual hours summer 2020 - Candy Stores Near Me - Erie, Pennsylvania

I have enjoyed Stefanelli's chocolate over the years. My in-laws regularly give me the chocolate covered pretzels, which are amazing. However, upon making a mail order purchase, the package was missing product that was paid for. After three emails and two phone calls, no one returned my call or email. They simply refused to reply. So I give them a good grade for chocolate, but a poor grade for customer service. read more

horrible candy, do not buy! company does not stand behind their product.. I purchased some of their sponge candy at country fair gas station in Erie. Candy looked fine in clear packaging, purchased 4 bags, when eating, most were stale, or carmalized goo. Andrea at main office stated it can get that way during humid weather, however owner did not want to replace due to fact that I did not purchase directly at one of their stores. Not only will I not buy anymore, but I will tell everyone about my experience, and encourage candy lovers to buy elsewhere. Today is September14, 2020, candy expiration is march 21, 2021 read more

My mom sent me a Stefanelli's easter bunny and I ate it. It had good, rich, creamy texture and the presentation/mold for the bunny was good but the chocolate lacked flavor. Everyone in Erie seems to have a favorite chocolate place between the three and I'll try the other two places next time I go home. If my mom has some Stefanelli's candy sitting around I'll try that also and will update this review if it exceeds my expectations. read more

Stefanelli's Candies - The aftermath - it wasn't awful but it didn't knock my socks off. The chocolate lacked flavor. - Candy Stores Near Me - Erie, Pennsylvania

Two words: SPONGE CANDY!!!!!!!!!!!! If you're ever in Erie from out of town you MUST stop in and get some sponge candy! If you are living in Erie you MUST stop in and get sponge candy... every day! It's just that amazing... I have no clue how they make it but it just melts in your mouth. Delicious chocolate with a light caramel type filling that crunches as you bite in. I really can't begin to describe how awesome it really is. You just have to take my word for it. It's my favorite chocolate candy in the world and we even gave them as wedding favors. I believe it's unique to the area, so get stock up... and bring me some too!! read more

Stefanelli's Candies - a display of chocolate candies - Candy Stores Near Me - Erie, Pennsylvania

Was there 12/18/20 at 11am. There was a line of five other customers waiting and no one behind the counter. A young woman told me that she's been waiting and ringing the bell for service for several minutes. She rang it loudly when a delivery man joined the line. I peeked around the counter to the kitchen and said good morning and asked if someone can come out and wait on us. At that point there were seven customers waiting in line. I couldn't have been more friendly or understanding at that point. Not one employee answered me, they all looked up at me shocked and appalled. I went back to my line. Two women finally got behind the counter and started waiting on us. I usually get a cake box and fill it with several different kinds of candy. The woman with long curly hair told me they don't give cake boxes out anymore and I can't buy one. I usually spend $70 PER box. I was putting together eight boxes. The women didn't apologize for making the line wait, nor were the friendly, in fact they acted put out and were very rude to ALL OF US IN LINE! I walked out of there spending $123.45, expecting to buy triple that. To top it off I had to ask the girl to put my chocolate covered pretzels (8 bags) it a separate bag instead of with the boxed chocolates and sponge candy bags so they don't get crushed. No apology for not tending to the line of customers and making us all wait. No thank you for our purchases, etc. The customers there that morning will think twice about going back. No one should have to put up with such arrogant disrespectful service. read more

Best chocolate in Erie. Hands down. I am an experienced chocolate taster. I have had Romelo's, which is a very close tie, but Stefanelli's takes the win. The staff is friendlier too so thats a plus! The chocolate is reasonably priced as well. I'm in love with their milk and dark chocolate. Delicious! read more

For over 50 years, my family has been buying candy from Stefanelli's and no issues until my mother sent me a large bag of sponge candy with 1 bag of dry ice in it. Obviously the candy was melted and no one in the store will assist with either sending another package or refunding my mother her money. Mind you my mother spent more money on shipping than on the candy. My mother and I continue to get the run around about this issue and it's been over 2 weeks. read more

Yum! You must stop if you're visiting Erie like I was. Being exiled to a community without a good local candy maker makes one appreciate Stefanelli's all the more. read more

I was born and raised in Erie, Pa., have lived in many other states, and no chocolate comes close. Luckily I now live close enough to Erie and to Linesville, Pa. that I can keep myself and others in my family stocked up. You can find some choices at Wegmans in Erie as well. At Christmas I have a huge box shipped to me for gifts for my family in Italy and colleagues in central Ohio. They can't believe the taste. Try their animal crackers covered in milk chocolate (my new favorite), their unbelievable melt-a-ways in milk chocolate, plain, mint, and peanut butter-- A-amazing, and if you eat their peanut clusters, you won't want any others. Sponge. The best, the absolute best. Coconut haystacks, and more. I'm going to next try their graham crackers covered in milk chocolate. Their seasonal chocolate and theme chocolates are wonderful as well. Stefanelli's is simply "chocolate" to me! read more

I would highly recommend the sponge candy. It is unique and tastes wonderful. Pricing seems reasonable too.

I have enjoyed this candy (all kinds) since I was a child. You cannot beat it for the flavor and I suggest everyone give it a try and you won't be disappointed. read more

I spoke to the new owners of Stefanelli's Candy today regarding an order that I received from the previous owners.The new owner was very nice, returned my call quickly, and resolved the problem no questions asked. With the fine quality of products that we have all grown-up with it looks like the new owners intend to carry on the quality of service. Good Luck with your new business and thank you for the excellent service. Flo Hatheway Saxonburg,PA. read more