North Texas is getting a little sweeter with the Texas debut of a retro candy shop called Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop.
For the first time, they’ll be opening a location in Texas after operating 22 other spots across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida, West Virginia, Minnesota.
According to CultureMap Dallas, beyond the usual fare, Grandpa Joe’s also has a section of "Nostalgic and Retro Candy," with items dating back a century, organized by the decade.
For example:
-1920s has Charleston Chews
-1940s has Turkish Taffy and York Peppermint Patty
-1970s has Bottlecaps
-1990s has Twix bars
Another trademark of Grandpa Joe’s is their $5 "candy buffet," where you take an empty box and fill it with candy from rows and rows of bins on the wall.
Founder Christopher Beers said in a statement “We’re incredibly proud to bring Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop to Texas.
“Opening our first store in Texas and our furthest west location yet is a big milestone for us. Flower Mound is a great community, and we’re excited to build something special here that families and visitors can enjoy for years to come.”
Grandpa Joe’s opened TODAY, and is located at 650 Parker Square, inside a former medical office.
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