The Candy Aisle

I’m only giving the guy who works/​owns/​runs the store 1 star. His selection is great; first time there. I don’t know what was up with the owner/​manager. It was the first of the month, maybe he was stressed about the rent, who knows. My 5 yr old was in the store alone for 15 seconds max cuz I had to tie the dog up. He touched a few things that were all wrapped, he didn’t touch any bulk stuff. As I walked in I heard the owner yell at my son, it just seemed overboard… I tried to be all chill about it & told the man that he didn’t need to get so upset, I was right there. So here’s where this guy went totally off the rails. He wouldn’t back down & even though I told him twice that some kids develop differently he blurted out: «MAYBE YOU SHOULD PUT HIM ON A LEASH». Yup. He said that to a customer AFTER I told him that kids develop differently. He later apologized when he saw that my kid is in fact, special needs, but umm… Pls don’t shop here people. Look, April is Autism Awareness Month. For every kid and adult you know who is different or who struggles, this is for you. There’s lots of good people out there, let’s give them our business ok? thx guys…

They have tons to choose from for their pick and mix and I like how the containers are Mason jars. Sure, you could say that it’s a little pricey but I’m glad, I shouldn’t be eating more than a large $ 10 jar of candy. They also have a stellar selection of sweets from the UK and South Africa.
With the policy — if the jar closes it’s fair game, then why wouldn’t you challenge that and try squeeze in all the gummies you can?

Although a bit pricey, this quality sugar smörgåsbord offers something for anyone. My favorites include the wide selection of black licorice, jelly beans and sweethearts.

Atmosphere: Very colourful, spacious and clean. Giant replicas of candy decorated everywhere and displays of sugary delights in different shapes and sizes. Very appealing.
Service: Very friendly staff. They have somewhat of a knowledge of candy, however, if not, they are encouraging to try and will chat with you about candy if you’re pleasant. Come to think of it, I haven’t seen one miserable person at the candy store since candy makes everyone happy.
Selection: Awesome, different varieties from your common varieties, rarities to some candy related items like pillows and Pez. 31 colors of M&M’s beyond the standard pack are my favourite.
Price: Decent, some imports are pricier, however, all within budget. I go here at least before a concert. I spend about $ 10 a visit, however, I scored 3 Groupons for $ 10 worth of candy for $ 5. With or without a Groupon I still shop here. It was nice to have the price break none the less as a loyal customer and the extra savings helped for the holidays.

I liiiiiiike this place!
Their sugar free chocolate selections are awesome! =)

Whoa-​whoa-​whoa-​whoa, back that noise UP. Would you look at all of this? Just look: bins upon bins of buckets upon buckets of old-​school candy reminding me of all of the sugar-​coated chemical goodness I wasn’t allowed (but snuck anyway) as a child. All just as sacchariferous as my nostalgia-​loving brain remembers, all for sale, all in bulk.
As a girl with more craters than the moon in my mouth, I really should know better — but did you see the selection? Toasted marshmallow, root beer, DOCTOR PEPPER that tastes like Dr. Pepper. Sigh. I’ve just created a Jelly Belly master’s collection. And what’s that beside the cash register? Are those CHOCOLATE CIGARETTES? Man. Things just got badass.

Wanna feel like a kid in a candy shop, literally? This is your store! The selection makes me feel like Charlie Bucket. It’s wondrous!
On my last visit I was looking for licorice whips. We were going to a candy themed party and I was going as a licorice all-​sort. Believe it or not, I didn’t actually find what I was looking for but I did find the prettiest mini licorice all-​sorts in the bins of bulk candy. I scooped those up and glued some to a fascinator. We also found long candy necklaces for the hubby’s costume.
If I wasn’t watching my figure I could have OD’d on their selection of chocolate bars! We resisted and bought some good old-​fashioned sponge toffee as a treat. Because all good boy and girls deserve treats!

The selection here is great, and everything is beautifully laid out, so I can’t fault the shop for that. It’s bright and colourful and fun. And if you’re looking for American goodies, they’ve got loads of those… but honestly, I suggest you save your dollars and drive down to Target or Fred Meyer on your next day off. That’s what I do. You’ll get way more for your money.
Today, I went looking for British treats — but half of the British chocolate bars I picked up to look at were past their ‘best-​before’ or ‘expiry’ date. I know that this doesn’t necessarily mean something isn’t okay to eat (I’m one of few who will drink milk a few days past its ‘sell-​by’ date) however, if I’m going to be spending almost $ 3 for a chocolate bar that I can get for less than $ 1 in London, I want to be eating it before the date shown. Sure, I realize that these goods have to be imported — but these chocolate bars were likely made about a year ago, and having worked in the marine industry I know it doesn’t take 12 months for something to arrive by sea!

Sugar, sugar, sugar — down low and up high (literally, there are candy bar boxes glued to the ceiling!)
If you’re looking for old school sweets, or from afar treats, you’ll likely find them here… along with many of your dentist’s nightmares [insert tooth-​missing smiley face]
I try to refrain from walking in, because I know myself. I can’t control my candy urges. I’d be filling up bags of jelly bellies, selecting at 2 kinds of Tim Tams, and washing them down with pixie sticks! If only they’d open up for a Candy Open House where you could sample as many candies as you wanted for a small fee… imagine the chaotic giddiness!

What better way to feel like a kid in a candy shop than to go into a candy shop! If you are feeling old and need to knock a few years of your tally, this place is for you. Just the smell of sugar when you walk in is enough to raise your glycemic index!
It’s got an incredible selection as you would imagine. Easter? Christmas stockings? Kids’ birthday party bags? Go no further. And even if there are no kids to buy for, I’m sure you could use a little sugar in your life!

Candy is what keeps me sane. I love sugar, and it makes me more crazier than I usually am (uh oh…).
The Candy Aisle helps me feed my addiction in a multitude of ways. From sugary sweets to sour face twisters… you shall be satisfied. I love how all the candies that are in bulk have name tags!
«Hello! My name is Sour Patch Kids.»

For selection, this sweet shop gets four stars. The Candy Aisle on West 4^th Avenue in Kits carries, quite possibly, every kind of candy you could possibly imagine or crave, and specializes in a few tasty treats, as well.
First specialty: Pez. Candy Aisle’s got a large, private collection of these colourful candy dispensers, which are often displayed in the front window. Check out the variety that’s for sale, as well. You’ll likely find a cartoon character or superhero Pez dispenser you haven’t seen elsewhere.
Second specialty: Sweets from around the world. That chocolate bar you can only buy in the States? Those candies your grandma used to send you from England every Christmas? Chances are, you’ll find these items among Candy Aisle’s international collection.
Third specialty: Jelly Belly’s. Now these are among my fave treats ever. Miniature jellybeans that come in every possible flavour, both good and bad. From cinnamon to cotton candy to buttered popcorn, and all the way across the spectrum to dirt, boogers, and sardine. Candy Aisle carries a wide selection of these little lovelies, and they come in bulk so you can get as many as you like, and mix and match, too!

If you want a quick and easy way to entertain your young relatives from out-​of-​town, take them to the Candy Aisle. They’ll think Vancouver is the coolest place they’ve ever been! You’ll find a tonne of candy from England, Australia, the US, and Canada. Walk down memory lane with your mouth as you encounter candy you haven’t been able to find since you were a kid. If the Candy Aisle had candy from Sweden, then I’d be giving this place 5 stars. As it stands, this is mainly someone else’s nostalgic childhood, not mine, but I still appreciate the candy candy candy. Good times for all.