As a Wichita native, I’ve visited each of the following candy shops and can vouch for their remarkable inventory of handcrafted chocolates and retro candy brands. Each one is unique. While all of the retail stores sell candy, some also stock gift-worthy merchandise.

Whether you’re shopping for others or need to satisfy your sweet tooth, these five Wichita candy shops deserve to be visited.

Wichita Candy Shops To Indulge Your Sweet Tooth

Nifty Nut House

Anyone with a sweet tooth or salty craving will tell you that the best place to stock up on snacks is at the Nifty Nut House. You can grab a basket to fill up with a heap of goodies, ranging from nuts, dried fruits, dummies, and nostalgic candy. They have a vast selection of packaged candy you’ll likely remember from childhood.

PRO TIP: The Jelly Belly® wall of flavors is worth the trip alone.

The Farris Wheel Candy Co.

USA Today ranked The Farris Wheel Candy Co. as one of the top five candy shops in the nation. The family-owned and operated sweets shop is located in a shopping center on Wichita’s east side and sells fine chocolates, gummy candies, toffee bits, and seasonal candies.

PRO TIP: Build your six-pack of pop to gift a friend or co-worker.

Cocoa Dolce

The smell of fine chocolate permeates the air at Cocoa Dolce, where candy connoisseurs can select from various flavors from beneath a glass counter. Order a barista-prepared specialty coffee to pair with hand-selected chocolates or indulge in macarons or a cookie.

PRO TIP: Some people need to realize the candy shop also serves gelato. Ask for a sample.

Rocket Fizz

Walking into Rocket Fizz transports you to your childhood. The independently owned franchise store in The Village at Greenwich carries hundreds of vintage candy brands and bottled soda pop flavors. It is ideal for creating a gift basket for someone with a sweet tooth.

PRO TIP: The store is a great place to shop for toys, making giving holiday gifts easy.

Sweet ‘n Saucy

If you like selecting from dozens of bulk candy bins, visit Sweet ‘ Saucy in the Historic Delano neighborhood. Their inventory also includes over 350 bottles of hot sauces and over 300 bottles of craft sodas. Bonus! Walk to the rear of the store to peruse walls adorned with socks with fun designs.

PRO TIP: Don’t miss the display of stickers and Wichita-centric merchandise.

Bonus Candy Counter Worth Visiting

Although The Spice Merchant is known for their inventory of coffee, tea, and gourmet jarred condiments, they also have a small selection of fine chocolates near the register.

This list consists of stores I’ve shopped; however, I suspect you probably know of another Wichita candy shop I should visit as well. If so, leave your suggestions in the comments.

Recommendable Candy Shops Beyond Wichita I Recommend

In Lawrence, visit Squishington’s Candy Shop, Mass Street Soda, & Sweets, and Brits (imported European candy). I never miss a chance to select truffles at Sweet Granada when visiting Emporia. The Russell Stover Chocolates retail shop in Abilene is a candy lovers heaven.