During our visit to Estes Park, a friend had recommended The Taffy Shop (there are so many in Estes Park!), so we stopped in. They've received a lot of recognition and awards and been in business for almost 100 years! The store is pretty small, so if there's a crowd, it's going to feel super crowded. We got a box of assorted taffy of our choosing. We selected grape, cherry, strawberry, salted caramel, and banana. That was only a small sample of what they offered. They all taste pretty good except for the cherry. It reminds me too much of cherry-flavored cough drops, so I wouldn't get that again. The banana was surprisingly good, with the salted caramel probably being my favorite of the ones we tried. The employees were very friendly and helpful, too. read more

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Friendly staff, the best saltwater taffy I've ever had. The person working was so kind, gave us so many options to sample and was very patient with us along with generous as she filled up the box. I wish I could come pick these out on my own every week!! Can't wait to try and order them. read more

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The employees were very friendly and helpful, and you could watch them make the taffy fresh in the store. It was a little too sticky and chewy though, and the flavor was extremely light. I guess that's why they include a card identifying the flavors of each. read more

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We stop by every time we're in Estes Park. The Texas Pecan Taffy is something really special. Also love the buttered popcorn flavor. read more

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I have been coming here since I was a child, in fact so has my mother. They have been hand making salt water taffy here since 1935! It's important to know it's fantastic, but not packed with preservatives like others. So buy what you can eat in a week or so! When you walk in always a warm welcome and a FREE piece of taffy, take your pick! I love salted caramel! It is a cozy space, make room for everyone and check out the machines making taffy! read more

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This was the most cozy and authentic candy shop in Estes Park. We loved it and it's been around since 1935. The employees were enthusiastic about the taffy and excited to engage with us. Our service was exceptional and speedy. The taffy I bought for my dad so I didn't try it but it looked delicious. I also love that they gave us a flavor key so I don't have to remember which taffy was which flavor. Everybody should come visit! read more

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A fun experience to watch the candy crafters stretching the taffy of the spinning arms (always turning just in time not to fall off ). Then watching them feed into the cutter and paper wrapping to make each the perfect size. There are other stores selling taffy but I have to believe they are the freshest. read more

I love banana Laffy Taffy, so when I heard about this place I was excited--but I still wasn't expecting much. It completely exceeded expectations. When my wife and I walked in, it felt like stepping straight into the 1950s. The young man behind the counter was fantastic--great customer service, very professional, and dressed perfectly for the classic candy shop vibe. He was extremely helpful when we asked questions about different flavors, which made the experience even better. Our favorite flavors were banana (no surprise there), salted caramel, creamy peppermint, and lemon. The candy itself was excellent. Skip the other taffy spots downtown and go straight to this shop. It's well worth the experience, and the taffy is outstanding. read more

This is a little family owned taffy shop, they're celebrating 90 years this year. The folks inside helping us were very friendly. They said every other taffy shop in town has their taffy shipped in but they make there's all on site and you can tell. The taffy is so fresh and soft. Excellent little spot! read more

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Awesome owner, taffy is the best ever. Great old building . Character at its best. Thanks

This was a cute spot. It's very small but everything is made in house. I only tried the cherry one which was delicious. They don't have very many flavors to choose from. Had they had more I probably would have bought some. Over all a cute spot. Maybe next time I'll buy some. read more

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We LOVE The Taffy Shop! We stop a couple times on each trip we make! The taffy is actually made IN store & you can watch the employees making it (not just the machine in the window). The flavor is not overly sweet & you get the small, old time shop feel (since the shop is 90 years old and all)! They even ship read more

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There is many taffy shops around Estes with wider selections. Honestly, if you ask this little green dude, the selections don't matter if the quality is par. The Taffy Shop is so compact, you'd suspect a goblin founded the company. In spite the size, the selection is tight and every option you have is a solid winner, regardless what you pick up. If you ask me, though, I always suggest the Butter Rum and the Salted Caramel. read more

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Cute location. Friendly staff. The taffy was good, they had black liquorish with is my favorite.

So happy we walked into this cute little store. The owner was there at the front and let us try any taffy we wanted. It is all made right there. I stay away from food dye and was so happy to know they had four flavors without food coloring. The texture was soft and chewy and delicious. I will definitely be back here and will recommend to friends/family who visit Estes. read more

Every time our family goes up to Estes Park, it's tradition for us to stop here. The candy's great, and watching the taffy get pulled and cut by old school machines is a nice throwback. But the thing that always grabs our hearts is the Bible stand right at the front door. Just a simple sign -- "FREE BIBLES" -- and you see kids and parents taking one without hesitation. We will keep coming back if for no other reason than to support this bold witness for Jesus, among a culture that frequently minimizes or outright despises him. read more

This shop Carrie's on the legacy of delicious salt water taffy in Estes. Old school meets new school with compostable wrappers!! So nice! Try a few! You will see. Highly recommended! read more

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So there is one true taffy shop in Estes Park. Lots of people sell taffy, but this is the original Estes Park. Taffy shop 80 something years in business. Taffy is absolutely amazing. Local competition tastes like Play-doh. They're also the only shop in town to make it on site. Fort Collins warehouses provide most of the taffy for other shops in Estes Park. Don't waste your money anywhere else. This is the taffy you want to take home! I've been dreaming about coming back to the shop for the last three weeks. read more

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This is the taffy shop to visit! Fresh taffy made there on site. Very friendly staff, at a great location. read more

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This is the best salt water taffy. It's made fresh. They have great flavors. It is very addicting. I first bought the 4 oz bag but then went back and got the 8 oz bag. read more

The only place to get Salt water Taffy in Estes Park. The staff is super friendly. It is made fresh daily here. It literally melts in your mouth. Get the family box if you're not coming back to Estes anytime soon. So good!!! read more

It's a fun shop to visit and enjoy the variety of flavors. The taffy is good yet it isn't superior to other good taffy...that's why 4, not 5 stars. Enjoy the shop, enjoy the taffy, and enjoy the surroundings read more

If Taffy isn't your thing then just going in to meet the kind people who own this place is a MUST! We went back twice just for the Taffy and the adorable Pendelfin they were selling! The owner was so kinda and funny that you just wanted to stay longer and talk! Salted Caramel and Texas Pecan were my two favorite flavors! read more

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What an amazing experience and a walk back in time. They make their own Taffy rigging the shop while you watch. The flavors are well thought out and very tasty. Staff is friendly and professional. read more

Love this place! It's the best simple, fresh and delicious salt water taffy ever. Every time I come up to Estes Park I have to stop in and get some. I love the simplicity of the shoppe. It's so cute and old-timey. The taffy pulling machine is right there in the window, so you can see the taffy makers adding the flavors and colors. The staff is always friendly and give great suggestions on all the flavors. There's usually about 10-12 flavors at any given time, so I'm sure you'll find something you'll love. You can buy just a few pieces or get the taffy by the pound. I've never had any shipped, but they do and ship all year round. If you love taffy, you'll love this place. Thanks The Taffy Shop for all the years of soft and chewy deliciousness! I'll absolutely be back! read more

helpful staff! I love that they offer free samples. I'm not normally a taffy person, but the licorice was delicious. My husband loved the cinnamon the best read more

Great Service and The taffy was outstanding!!!! I would definitely recommend trying this shop! read more

Really yummy! The sea salt Carmel taffy is ridiculous! We enjoy samples and bought a little! read more

My family and I have been patrons of this store for decades, and they never miss a beat! We have a summer home in Estes Park and going to The Taffy Shop is a family tradition, passed down for generations. Recently, I ordered a box to be shipped to me elsewhere outside of Estes Park, and it arrived on time and in excellent condition. I could not have asked for better customer service! Thank you so much! read more

This store was so cute and the women behind the cash register were so knowledgeable and loved sharing fun facts about the store! The taffy was amazing!! my boyfriend and I were blown away and had to buy some! The taffy being pulled in the window was awesome too! read more

We were told to come here, that it's the original. The taffy was great. We brought boxes back home to put out at work for our coworkers.

We only go here when we are in Estes! It is the BEST. We stopped in to grab some taffy to put in our groomsman and bridesmaid gift bags for our wedding at The Black Canyon Inn "The Boulders". It was a perfect little addition as everyone was getting ready for the ceremony! Thanks for making our day a tad bit sweeter 11*22*22 read more

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This place was the best shop in Estes Park! High quality taffy with high quality customer service. You don't need a wide variety of mediocre taffy when you have a small selection of mouth watering original goodness. Best taffy I've ever had! read more

This is THE best taffy shop in Estes. Do not be fooled by the other shop down the street who also now has a taffy puller in the window. This is the original taffy shop and the best. I grew up in Loveland and Estes has always been my playground. I know all the shops in Estes. This is the only place you should get your taffy from. Great taffy and friendly service. And next door to the best rock shop in Estes to boot. Every time our family plans a trip to Estes Park, and now that my kids are grown that includes their spouses, and we start talking about our itinerary, the first thing that comes out of everyone's mouth is "get taffy," and we all mean The Taffy Shop. It's just a given. It isn't a trip to Estes unless we have been to The Taffy Shop. Don't waste your time or misspend your money. Just buy your taffy from this shop. 5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money. 4* = Outstanding. Tucson-top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business. 3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it. 2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money. 1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs! read more

Best taffy on Estes - and there are a lot to choose from. I visited all the options and this was my favorite for salt water taffy

Came here for a Colorado vacation in Denver but came here to see the park and wow i am stunned. This shop is the OG, has the real taffy machine, and great taffy. Went there once which was today and got peppermint, cotton candy, strawberry, lime. All are my favorite. Employee was just a great guy that gave us a free taffy to try, and gave us suggestions about what to do in the town. I got a 4oz and he said he over filled it but just left it which was super nice. Also very clean and organized inside. Over all, best place to visit in the town. read more

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Such a cute store and experience! This was the first taffy shop in Estes Park and they have a chalkboard with the info and history inside, it's fun to read and learn. They make the taffy right there where you can watch, which was fun for me and my boys (8/10 years old). Not many options in flavors, but they are good ones (salted caramel was my fave) Definitely worth a stop! read more

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This is the place! Get fresh, real, fabulous taffy here. Creamy, melt in your mouth, smooth taffy that smells wonderful. They have lots of flavors, and you can pick an assortment of your exact favorites. Reliable quality, excellent quick service, wonderful true taffy, pulled to silky perfection. One of my "have to have some" treats every time we go to Estes Park! read more

I'm admittedly not a fan of taffy - often too chewy, sticks to your teeth, and lacking in flavor - but consider me a convert after trying their salted caramel taffy! I don't recall trying something that's left a literally mouthwatering experience in a long time... and with minimal stick in your teeth! They're very kind with samples and recommendations. The young gentleman working 12/28 evening was also very friendly. Prices are fair for novelty candy. You can also see how taffy is made at the window! If you have one day to stroll through Estes Park, I highly recommend stopping by. read more

When you are in Estes Park, make sure to visit this location. Its the real thing. I was shocked to see so many fake taffy shops all calling themselves original but I test to the fact that I have been coming to this location for eons (yes, that's right) and suddenly all the fake ones popped up everywhere. Don't be fooled with fake ones close by. Check your address and make sure its 121 W Elkhorn Ave. Its very small shop and they only carry taffy. Its the real thing and make sure try some of their awesomeness! brown sugar, salted caramel.. list goes on!! read more