FiNALLY!!!! So many great dairy free, or vegan options! It's really hard to find dairy free…read moreanything on the island and this place made us so happy!

Stopped by Small Town Creamery during a day on Anna Maria Island and really enjoyed it. The line…read morewas long, but the staff kept things moving quickly, and it's easy to see why this place is so popular. I tried the Road Trip flavor along with a seasonal vanilla and chocolate flavor, and both were rich, bold, and delicious. The portions were generous, and the ice cream held up all the way to the beach. The shop has a fun, nostalgic atmosphere with throwback toys and family-friendly vibes. I also loved being able to scan the menu while waiting in line. The cookies and giant fudge bars are definitely on my list for next time. A great ice cream stop that I'd happily visit again!

We were drawn into the Flip Flop Shop by all the stuffed animals on the porch! I saw them while we…read morewere driving by and just knew we had to stop there. We found parking easily every time we went to this area in front of the church which was super nice because everywhere else on the island parking is a literal bear an agitated one at that lol. We walked down to the shop some places had nice shaded wooden porches to walk under and a path a little further from the main road which was nice. When we made it we looked at all the stuffies on the porch and then ventured inside. They have beach hats, clothing for ladies and men, toys, souvenirs and candy. I don't know about your kids but mine right now is obsessed with squishy dumplings if a store has them she can find them in mere minutes! They had several varieties including glow in the dark ones, they had the squishy cheese (which she says is "the best"), and squishy gummy bears (regular colors and glitter ones). We ended up getting a dumpling and a squishy gummy bear. Service was friendly and store was clean and organized. We ended up checking out pretty quickly once we were ready which was great because my husband was waiting for us outside with the pup! Definitely check it out if you have kiddos they will love it!!

I walked in looking for flip flops for my dad who has Alzheimer's. My mom forgot to pack him some…read moreand I needed to get out just get some air so I decided to stop. Very clean, very nice detailed store. The candy looked very fresh too and not dry like some stores in the area. Very impressed. Most impressed with the customer service I received from the shop owner's daughter at the register. Very sweet girl. We chatted a bit and we complimented each other on our nails :) even though her's were much better than mine! I will def be back next year!

The hurricanes totally wiped out The Candy Kitchen, but they are back! Just as good as before, but…read morewith higher prices which was to be expected. $12.99 lb on my favorite: Licorice Snaps. First introduced by The American Licorice Company in the 1930's, Snaps went on hiatus in 2009. But The Candy Kitchen makes their own version and as far as I know, Snaps are available no where else.

We visited here on spring break. It had a great atmosphere and delicious ice cream. We beat the…read morerush around sundown but still had to wait in line. Once we got into the store, it was full of old time candy from my childhood. Even though there was a line, the server took his time and helped us find the perfect order. He offered suggestion to my wife as they out tighter the prefect milkshake. I ordered a single serving on a waffle cone. The serving was very generous. Not to be outdone, my son orders the double. It was a mountain of ice cream! The server was kind and engaging. He made us feel like we were his only customers. Again, the ice cream was delicious. And the atmosphere was fun. We will definitely be back.

Cute and quaint place! My daughter found this and wanted to stop on our drive! The shop is setup…read morelike you are traveling around the world and back in time all at once! Definitely worth the stop!

Yes!! This is what LWR Main has been missing! Such an adorable candy store. I am definitely taking…read moremy kids here for bribes. They also have candies from all over the world. Taffy, candied roses and much much more!

Amazing chocolates...we give this as gifts to our friends and family year round...and they can't…read morewait to get it!!

We do not require a reason to enjoy and support Richey's chocolates but the Easter season is one…read moremore reason to hop on over and enjoy their yummy and beautiful Easter goodies. My hubby loves the coconut and I am a sucker for the maple filled. The chocolate covered Oreos are amazing! Lots of other choices in addition to the seasonal treats too. Much tastier and reasonable in cost compared to big box chains.

Great experience! Service was friendly and the young lady working the counter was very…read moreknowledgeable and generous with her time! I will definitely be back and the chocolate was amazing!

Went to one of these in NYC and was super happy to see they had one in Sarasota. Spent a bit too…read moremuch (because we got a decent amount since we don't live here) but very happy with our choices. Plus they're good quality so we savor them which makes them last longer at our house.

We were taking a walk down Central Avenue in downtown St.Petersburg, and this awesome soda shop was…read morethere we were blown away how cool this place was! They had every soda that you can possibly imagine there at least a few hundred sodas I have never seen before! Also all different candies and chocolates, stuff you can't even find anymore! My husband found a caramel toffee that he use to eat when he was a kid and you can no longer find it anywhere. It's called a Mackintosh creamy toffee. Also what I loved about this soda shop is they had different types of sodas and chocolates from different countries like Japan love trying unique stuff! They also had all kinds of vintage collectibles, which I thought was really cool. The service was great. The lady behind the register was so helpful and kind. She answered all our questions, and we love this place. We'll definitely be back again when we're in town.

Get your old fashioned craft sodas at a great price! They have all kinds of flavors, for new and…read moreold. My favorites are the Sprecher root beers and Dublin ginger beers. I would definitely recommend checking this shop out if you've got a real sweet tooth. I will be back for my next fix.

The Fudge Factory Sarasota, FL…read more The Fudge Factory is a fun stop for anyone with a sweet tooth. My son and I were craving ice cream, and this place had plenty to choose from: handmade fudge, a wide variety of ice cream flavors, tons of toppings, and shelves full of candy. The bright colors and upbeat atmosphere give the shop a cheerful, welcoming vibe. What We Ordered * Three scoops of butter pecan ice cream * One scoop of vanilla ice cream in a cup, topped with sprinkles Our Thoughts The ice cream was excellent--creamy, flavorful, and packed with plenty of pecans in the butter pecan. I also loved the tables out front, which added to the charm and made the visit feel even more inviting. If you have a sweet tooth, The Fudge Factory is worth a stop. I give it five stars for its amazing selection and delicious, creamy ice cream. Gulf Coast Terry

Great little place that has EVERYTHING sweet to eat. Best FUDGE by far! Coffee icecream chocolate…read moreacid bowls and so much more !

We popped in here after having dinner at Bar Fly across the street. Micah helped us and was awesome…read more- He gave us free fudge samples, which were AMAZING and told us about the new seasonal products (Maple Truffles!). I always love coming in here, but Micah made our experience even better. If you're in Safety Harbor, it's right on the corner of Main - Don't miss out!

You know the saying "a kid in a candy store," well that was me the second I stepped in here. I was…read moredriving past and I immediately parked to go check out everything they had. Anything and everything you could imagine, floor to ceiling, sugar invaded, and much much more! I loved just looking to see the variety they had in store from old fashioned candy to modern day sugar crazes. One of my favorite sections is the ability to fill a bad and pay by the pound with a wide variety of things! However, one of the best parts about my stop was the worker. It was such a sweet gentleman! He offered samples of candy, encouraged us to get more, and was super friendly! Not to mention they had fireballs and those parents as easy as you might imagine trying to find! Can't wait to go back and maybe even bring my nephews!

Such an impressive sweets shop. Every piece is made with high-quality ingredients and so much…read moreattention to detail. I'm especially obsessed with their green chocolate, every piece has a surprise flavor inside that melts in your mouth. The gentlemen working there were also very kind and wrapped my gift beautifully. I picked up a selection of sweets for my colleagues and recommended the place to them as well. I truly hope they become very busy because they absolutely deserve it.

My wife wanted to come this place due to the viral Video of…read morethe fresh almonds. We've never tasted fresh almonds before. The place is full of desserts by pound. Great variety of Turkish delights and middle eastern goodies. The guy was very helpful in explaining the different fruits etc. we got some fresh almonds as this was the primary reason we drove here. They were good and fresh. 3 stars because they were very price and found out later that they were selling fresh almonds down the street for a fraction of their price. Great store to visit for desserts but for the almonds - I suggest you shop around first.