Satisfy even the scariest sweet tooth with candy from one of Portland’s best confectionery shops. We’ve rounded up all of the best places to buy chocolates and other treats that will please even the grumpiest ghoul.
LessThis fun store has it all: bacon-flavored soda, retro candies and salt-water taffy in every flavor imaginable. Packed with candies, sodas and hilarious gift items, the Portland location of Rocket Fizz is an explosion of fun. You'll find classic candies like Smarties, Pez and rock candy—and kids are sure to love the soda flavors. Parents can enjoy a quick trip down memory lane as they browsing the selection of hard-to-find candies from their childhoods.
This factory outlet is an unassuming building in east Portland, but it hides a fun stop for buckets of candy. Don’t miss the crowning glory at the entrance–a chocolate waterfall! While you can’t dip a cup in and taste, it does make a great photo op. They also offer tours of their 45,000 sq. ft. full production facility on the first Tuesday of every month–call to reserve your spot. In the gift shop you can pick up salt water taffy, truffles, chocolate covered gummy bears, and more!
This bean-to-bar chocolate cafe offers a unique experience along with some delicious treats like truffles, cacao nibs, and a myriad of chocolate bars. When it’s not COVID time, you can schedule a one-hour tour that guides you behind the scenes and ends with an opportunity to make your very own bar! While the tours are suspended for now, you can still shop online or in-person for some of the best chocolate in town.