Posted in Illinois
November 03, 2018
The Sweetest Road Trip in Illinois Takes You To 7 Old School Chocolate Shops
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, there’s a good chance it craves chocolate. If you’re in the mood to visit an old-fashioned chocolatier, this road trip to Illinois’ seven best vintage chocolate shops will be perfect for you.
Truffles, turtles, and chocolate-covered goodies await. Scroll on for details and directions.
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This shop has roots that go back to 1919 when the original owner of this place left a Chicago candy company to begin his own. One of the oldest and most-loved candy stores in the state, this joint is known for its gourmet truffles, fudge, and other candies. It is located at 128 E Main St., Barrington, IL 60010.
Known for homemade chocolate candies and ice cream, this old-fashioned place has been in business since 1987. From chocolate-covered pretzels to truffles to giant pecan turtles, this shop is a sweet lover's dream. Find it all at 302 S 3rd St., Geneva, IL 60134.
Beginning in Chicago in 1969, this place moved to its current location in the suburbs in 1976. Family-owned and -operated, the shop offers a plethora of handmade treats you'll want to try. In addition to chocolate-covered nuts, pretzels, and marshmallows, the shop also sells snacks like popcorn, peanut brittle, and mint cookies. Get all these goodies at 6210 Cermak Rd., Berwyn, IL 60402.
One of the oldest vintage chocolate shops in the state, this place has been in business since 1908. In addition to assorted chocolates, there is also a soda fountain at this old-fashioned joint. Find it at 1422 5th Ave., Moline, IL 61265.
Though it has only been open since 2017, this classic chocolate shop is certainly one of the best. It features a rustic, factory-esque setting and more sweets than you can imagine. Everything here is homemade, and the best items are the turtles, truffles, peanut butter balls, and mint melt-a-ways. Find it all at 700 Maine St., Quincy, IL 62301.
What started as a grocery store in the mid-1800s is today a fabulous candy store that sells some of the best sweets in the state. Assorted chocolates, caramels, nuts, toffee, and much more abound here. Find it at 1701 S State St., Springfield, IL 62704.
Opened by an artisan chocolatier in 2013, this wonderful shop features a wealth of truffles, caramels, bars, turtles, and bark. Guests will also find fun molded chocolates in the shapes of frogs, butterflies, and the state of Illinois. Don't pass up this delicious place located at 117 E Main St., Rochester, IL 62563.
For more like this, check out this these 10 fabulous candy shops in Illinois that will make your sweet tooth explode.
What other vintage chocolate shops do you love? Share your favorites with us below in the comments.
