Ye Olde Pepper Companie is a charming, historic candy shop known for its beautiful and interesting candies. Despite its small size, the store offers a nice selection of chocolates and other treats, making it a fun experience for visitors. The shop is decorated nicely, especially during holidays like Valentine’s Day, creating a festive atmosphere. Staff members are friendly and happy to share information, adding to the welcoming feel of the store. While some visitors note that the shop can be crowded and lines may be long, they find the overall experience worthwhile. The store is especially popular with families and those looking for holiday treats or unique candies like Gibraltar’s and molasses sticks. Even if the chocolates may seem over-hyped, many leave with positive impressions and recommend stopping by when in Salem or the surrounding area. Overall, Ye Olde Pepper Companie offers a sweet, nostalgic visit with a variety of candies and a friendly staff.
Our grandchildren especially enjoyed this ancient candy store; they also enjoyed eating the candy afterwards which was a great treat for everyone.
January 2026
So lovey and old, can see how the candy is made. Delicious pecan turtles.
January 2026
This is a wonderful little candy store. The ladies who were working when we went were very sweet and happy to provide information. Definitely recommend stopping by anytime you're in Salem or the surrounding areas!
