This Massive Candy Store In Ohio Will Take You Right Back To Childhood
Did you know Ohio is home to the largest candy store in America? That’s right. We have the largest candy store in the country sitting right here in our very own state. b.a. Sweetie Candy in Ohio boasts aisle after aisle of any type of candy you could dream of. You’ll find sweets galore, in fun size, king size and even bulk. After a trip to this epic local landmark, you can indulge in sweets of every flavor that ever existed. Close your eyes and imagine yourself surrounded by taffy, chocolates, gummy candies, hard candy, bubble gum and even old fashion sodas. It’s a pretty beautiful picture, isn’t it? After just one trip to b.a. Sweetie Candy in Ohio, you will find yourself in heaven. Check it out:
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The happy sign from the road lets you know you've found what's arguably the happiest place on earth — and it's located right here in Cleveland, Ohio.
b.a. Sweetie Candy in Ohio is a family endeavor. It was started by brothers-in-law Frank Stansny and Al Tokar back in 1950, and it was eventually sold to Tom and Judi Scheiman in 1982. The Scheimans still oversee it to this day, and the company is bigger than ever.
With an inventory of more than 4,500 different items valued at $2,000,000, you really won't find a better candy selection than at b.a. Sweetie Candy Company.
Retro candy is arguably one of the biggest draws of Sweetie's. You'll find long-time favorites that you can't find anywhere else lining their shelves and via their online shopping center.
You can take as little or as much as your heart desires, as individual candies are also sold here.
And don't forget to check out the truly epic soda selection. You'll discover soda flavors you never even knew existed, including celery, birthday cake, apple pie, maple and bacon.
For an inside look into this candy paradise, check out the video below:
Sweetie Candy Company in Ohio is located at 6770 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH 44129. Have you ever been here before? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Aside from b.a. Sweetie, what are the best candy shops in Ohio?
There are so many incredible candy stores in Ohio! In Greater Cleveland, Rocket Fizz and the Chagrin Falls Popcorn Shop always merit a visit. If you’re near Cincinnati, Grandpa Joe’s Candy Store in Middletown deserves a visit. Near Columbus, you will find Ohio’s oldest candy store: Wittich’s Candy Shop!
Are there any nostalgic stores in Ohio?
At b.a. Sweetie Candy in Ohio, retro candies are the star of the show! Locals love digging up memories of years since past in their candy bins, but it’s not the only throwback destination. The Bomb Shelter in Akron is an epic spot for old school finds, and you can dine on retro vibes at Bearden’s Steakburgers when you visit these Northeast Ohio destinations.
Where can I find unique shopping destinations in Ohio?
There are so many unique shopping destinations in Ohio! Everything Rubbermaid in Wooster sells everyone’s favorite storage containers and more, and Lehman’s Hardware in Kidron specializes in antique-styled appliances. There’s so much to discover in Ohio stores!
April is the Ohio staff writer for Only in Your State. She is an Ohio native with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. With more than 10 years of writing experience and a background in news reporting for Ohio newspapers, she's published pieces in multiple print and online publications. When she's not on deadline or chasing after her toddler, she's hunting for hidden gems in Ohio or getting lost in a good book.
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