What’s better than old-fashioned, hand-dipped chocolates? Nothing. Absolutely nothing. Here in Ohio, we’re fortunate to have several old school candy shops and soda fountains that still view chocolate making as an art. The nostalgic atmosphere of these shops will make you want to linger for a while — and probably eat more than your fill of chocolate, too! We’ve compiled a road trip that hits seven shops that have stood the test of time and make some of the best chocolate in Ohio. To help make your trip as seamless as possible, be sure to use our ultimate road trip packing list!
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The total drive time clocks in at just a little over eight hours, covering more than 400 miles. Check out the link to view an interactive Google Map of the Ohio chocolate shop road trip. Clear your weekend, grab a friend or two and hit the road for the sweetest road trip in Ohio.
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- Dietsch Brothers Fine Chocolates and Ice Cream (Findlay)
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Dietsch Brothers Fine Chocolates and Ice Cream/Facebook Since 1937 this family owned and operated landmark Findlay chocolate shop has served some of the finest chocolates and ice cream. The boxed chocolates make the perfect gift for that special someone in your life. (If you want to mix it up, be sure to add some of their famous saltwater taffy, too!) 400 W Main Cross St, Findlay, OH 45840, USA
- Malley’s Chocolates (Lakewood)
Malley’s Chocolates / Facebook
Malley’s Chocolates / Facebook With classic assorted chocolates, an irresistible fudge sauce and innovative ice cream flavors, this whimsical little chocolate shop is the perfect place to cure your sweet tooth. There’s a reason Malley’s Chocolates has thrived since 1935. There are now several locations, but the original is still located in Lakewood. 14822 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, USA
- Sweet Moses (Cleveland)
Sweet Moses/Facebook
Sweet Moses/Facebook This neighborhood soda fountain and treat shop will make you feel as if you’ve temporarily stepped back in time. The chocolate bark and chocolate cups are popular choices here. Sweet Moses is sure to delight! EDITOR’S NOTE: Unfortunately, Sweet Moses has permanently closed. 6800 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102, USA6800 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102
- Heggy’s (Canton)
Heggy’s Candy Company/Facebook
Heggy’s Candy Company/Facebook A Canton area classic, Heggy’s has offered some of the best handcrafted old-fashioned chocolates and candies since 1923. (Try their nuts and caramels too.) 3200 Tuscarawas St W, Canton, OH 44708, USA
- Coblentz Chocolate Company (Walnut Creek)
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Coblentz Chocolate Company/Facebook Where the chocolates are hand-dipped and the truffles are hand-rolled, Coblentz Chocolate Company is a best-kept secret in Ohio Amish Country. You’ll find more than 100 varieties of chocolates here. 4917 OH-515, Walnut Creek, OH 44687, USA
- Wittich’s Candy Shop (Circleville)
Wittich’s Candy Shop/Facebook
Wittich’s Candy Shop/Facebook This old-fashioned gem of a candy store is one of America’s oldest. The hand-dipped chocolates and homemade fudge are to die for. Since 1840, this nostalgic shop has kept the soda fountain tradition alive. 117 W High St, Circleville, OH 43113, USA
- Aglamesis Brothers (Cincinnati)
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Aglamesis Bro’s Ice Cream and Candy/Facebook A beloved Cincinnati gem, this colorful and nostalgic ice cream parlor features some of the most amazing treats you’ll ever have the pleasure of eating. Come for the ice cream and leave with a box of mouthwatering chocolates. 3046 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209, USA
What do you think – would you take this road trip? Or, where is your favorite chocolate shop in Ohio that should be added to thr trip? Let us know!
Dietsch Brothers Fine Chocolates and Ice Cream/Facebook
Since 1937 this family owned and operated landmark Findlay chocolate shop has served some of the finest chocolates and ice cream. The boxed chocolates make the perfect gift for that special someone in your life. (If you want to mix it up, be sure to add some of their famous saltwater taffy, too!)
400 W Main Cross St, Findlay, OH 45840, USA
Malley’s Chocolates / Facebook
With classic assorted chocolates, an irresistible fudge sauce and innovative ice cream flavors, this whimsical little chocolate shop is the perfect place to cure your sweet tooth. There’s a reason Malley’s Chocolates has thrived since 1935. There are now several locations, but the original is still located in Lakewood.
14822 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, USA
Sweet Moses/Facebook
This neighborhood soda fountain and treat shop will make you feel as if you’ve temporarily stepped back in time. The chocolate bark and chocolate cups are popular choices here. Sweet Moses is sure to delight! EDITOR’S NOTE: Unfortunately, Sweet Moses has permanently closed.
6800 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102, USA6800 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102
Heggy’s Candy Company/Facebook
A Canton area classic, Heggy’s has offered some of the best handcrafted old-fashioned chocolates and candies since 1923. (Try their nuts and caramels too.)
3200 Tuscarawas St W, Canton, OH 44708, USA
coblentzchocolates.com
Coblentz Chocolate Company/Facebook
Where the chocolates are hand-dipped and the truffles are hand-rolled, Coblentz Chocolate Company is a best-kept secret in Ohio Amish Country. You’ll find more than 100 varieties of chocolates here.
4917 OH-515, Walnut Creek, OH 44687, USA
Wittich’s Candy Shop/Facebook
This old-fashioned gem of a candy store is one of America’s oldest. The hand-dipped chocolates and homemade fudge are to die for. Since 1840, this nostalgic shop has kept the soda fountain tradition alive.
117 W High St, Circleville, OH 43113, USA
Juliesonthego/Trip Advisor
Aglamesis Bro’s Ice Cream and Candy/Facebook
A beloved Cincinnati gem, this colorful and nostalgic ice cream parlor features some of the most amazing treats you’ll ever have the pleasure of eating. Come for the ice cream and leave with a box of mouthwatering chocolates.
3046 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209, USA
For more delicious candy in Ohio, check out our previous article: The Gigantic Candy Store In Ohio You’ll Want To Visit Over And Over Again.
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Best Chocolate Shops In Ohio May 12, 2021 Sarah Where can I find the best chocolate in Ohio? The seven old-school chocolate shops in our road trip are all chocolate-lover approved, but Aglamesis Bros in Cincinnati might just take the (chocolate) cake. This old-school chocolate shop is known for:
Its massive selection of chocolates, made fresh daily. Customers can choose from chocolate-covered Oreos, chocolate turtles, chocolate-covered pretzels and nut clusters, and chocolate truffles. The real star at Aglamesis is their Opera Creams. They are creamy and rich – an absolute revelation! If you’re into ice cream, you’ll be delighted to know that Aglamesis is also an old-fashioned ice cream shop, too!
Does Ohio have any old-school candy shops? Ohio, it seems, has a big sweet tooth. In addition to its amazing chocolatiers, The Buckeye State is also home to some really wonderful, old-school candy shops, too!
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. If your motto is “go big or go home,” then you absolutely need to visit b.a. Sweetie in Cleveland. This 40,000 square foot candy store is the largest in the world, and keeps an average of 500,000 pounds of candy in stock!
What are some fun foodie road trips in Ohio? Ohio is home to some stellar restaurants and dining destinations, and there are so many food trails to explore.
This epic three-day restaurant road trip is a culinary tour de force that showcases the best of the best in the Buckeye State If you’re into tacos, check out this statewide taco trail Or local taco loves could journey along this Columbus taco trail If you’re looking to kick back on an adults-only kind of adventure, check out this margarita marathon Or quench your thirst on a Cleveland brewery trail
The OIYS Visitor Center
Best Chocolate Shops In Ohio
May 12, 2021
Sarah
Where can I find the best chocolate in Ohio? The seven old-school chocolate shops in our road trip are all chocolate-lover approved, but Aglamesis Bros in Cincinnati might just take the (chocolate) cake. This old-school chocolate shop is known for:
Its massive selection of chocolates, made fresh daily. Customers can choose from chocolate-covered Oreos, chocolate turtles, chocolate-covered pretzels and nut clusters, and chocolate truffles. The real star at Aglamesis is their Opera Creams. They are creamy and rich – an absolute revelation! If you’re into ice cream, you’ll be delighted to know that Aglamesis is also an old-fashioned ice cream shop, too!
Does Ohio have any old-school candy shops? Ohio, it seems, has a big sweet tooth. In addition to its amazing chocolatiers, The Buckeye State is also home to some really wonderful, old-school candy shops, too!
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. If your motto is “go big or go home,” then you absolutely need to visit b.a. Sweetie in Cleveland. This 40,000 square foot candy store is the largest in the world, and keeps an average of 500,000 pounds of candy in stock!
What are some fun foodie road trips in Ohio? Ohio is home to some stellar restaurants and dining destinations, and there are so many food trails to explore.
This epic three-day restaurant road trip is a culinary tour de force that showcases the best of the best in the Buckeye State If you’re into tacos, check out this statewide taco trail Or local taco loves could journey along this Columbus taco trail If you’re looking to kick back on an adults-only kind of adventure, check out this margarita marathon Or quench your thirst on a Cleveland brewery trail
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
The seven old-school chocolate shops in our road trip are all chocolate-lover approved, but Aglamesis Bros in Cincinnati might just take the (chocolate) cake. This old-school chocolate shop is known for:
- Its massive selection of chocolates, made fresh daily.
- Customers can choose from chocolate-covered Oreos, chocolate turtles, chocolate-covered pretzels and nut clusters, and chocolate truffles.
- The real star at Aglamesis is their Opera Creams. They are creamy and rich – an absolute revelation!
- If you’re into ice cream, you’ll be delighted to know that Aglamesis is also an old-fashioned ice cream shop, too!
Does Ohio have any old-school candy shops?
Ohio, it seems, has a big sweet tooth. In addition to its amazing chocolatiers, The Buckeye State is also home to some really wonderful, old-school candy shops, too!
- 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.
- If your motto is “go big or go home,” then you absolutely need to visit b.a. Sweetie in Cleveland. This 40,000 square foot candy store is the largest in the world, and keeps an average of 500,000 pounds of candy in stock!
What are some fun foodie road trips in Ohio?
Ohio is home to some stellar restaurants and dining destinations, and there are so many food trails to explore.
- This epic three-day restaurant road trip is a culinary tour de force that showcases the best of the best in the Buckeye State
- If you’re into tacos, check out this statewide taco trail
- Or local taco loves could journey along this Columbus taco trail
- If you’re looking to kick back on an adults-only kind of adventure, check out this margarita marathon
- Or quench your thirst on a Cleveland brewery trail
