A Trip To This Retro Candy Shop In Ohio Will Take You Back In Time
By April Dray|Published April 10, 2019
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April Dray
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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.
Here in Ohio, there’s a place where penny candy still exists and sodas only come in glass bottles.
A hidden gem for an out-of-towner, Boyd’s Retro Candy Store in Toledo, Ohio specializes in long-forgotten but beloved candies. It’s a whimsical candy store where color and nostalgia thrive. Here’s why this retro candy shop deserves a stop the next time you find yourself in the Toledo area:
Welcome to Boyd's Retro Candy Store, where you can take a trip down memory lane and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time.
You can visit Boyd's Retro Candy Store on Monday - Thursday from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., on Friday from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
From penny candy and Fizzies to modern day favorites and some unusual varieties,—such as chocolate covered insects—there's truly something here for everyone.
In addition to being one of the happiest and most nostalgic places in Ohio, this retro candy store also holds fun events that keep locals and visitors alike coming back for more, such as the Bean Boozled Challenge.
To stay up to date on what's happening, follow Boyd's Retro Candy Shop on Facebook here.
Boyd’s Retro Candy Store is located at 954 Phillips Ave., Toledo, OH 43612. Have you ever been here before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!