James’ Candy Company

My coworker surprised me with a bucket of molasses taffy! We both live in Pittsburgh, and I was telling her how good James’ and Fralinger’s taffy was and how when I used to go to Wildwood, we’d make the long walk on the Boardwalk to James’.
Still the best taffy around!

Really great assortment and priced accordingly if you are a fan of the salt water taffy confections. There are so many different kinds of this stuff that if you don’t watch yourself you will be sending your dentists kids to college. I passed by this store while on a recent visit to Atlantic City and since it was still a nice day temperature wise I wandered down the Boardwalk with the family and stopped in here to snag some gifts with them for friends back where they live now.
The staff seemed friendly enough and the store was clean and neatly organized making it easier to select whatever it was you needed. They even had a tray with some samples to take away with you. There is a little bit of a price for these confections but this is the real deal authentic NJ salt water taffy so you get what you pay for. They had some other items like fudge and macaroons but this mission was for taffy only. In the event that you cannot get there in person they have a very nice website to peruse and serve your needs.

Went in fully expecting to buy 3 lbs of taffy to take home to the kids in California. Two young ladies behind the counter completely engulfed in some idiotic conversation couldn’t even look at me as I strolled by them in my 3 minute visit. I actually had a question but didn’t feel like interrupting. My question now is why did I walk all the way down the boardwalk for nothing. Oh, and when did the price of taffy hit $ 9 per lb.

I’ve been a fan since the late 50’s up to the early 70’s when I moved away. Even in the bad old days of Atlantic City, it was one of the things I could count on. I’d get a box here and there, maybe a family member would send me one when I was overseas… but it was always consistent. The latest buy… not very good. Besides not having the name of the taffy on the wrappers like they used to, they got cheap and just lumped two plastic bags of mixed «stuff» inside the box. No longer trayed up or even with the little brochure telling the story… they just got…“cheap”. What other way can I say it. Just…“cheap”. No longer the «experience» i was used to… and I was loyal to James and not that other company, who we thought were just pretenders to the throne. I think my favorite flavors were vanilla and cinnamon, and not one were in the box. I wound up tossing the other bag without even opening it. Nope, the taffy tastes «off» and is no better, and actually worse than stuff I could buy at any supermarket. James… ya done did me wrong.

We always stop here when we come to Atlantic City. Great old fashioned slecetion of candy and tons of taffy to choose from.

I was a bit disappointed from my visit. The outside flashy retro appearance looks very promising, but the inside is very small and not very attractive. The taffy wrapping was also very thin and so it was very difficult to peel the taffy when eating. Overly chewy and not very juicy… Not pleasant

SALT water taffy Means «James» If it’s not James it’s just not taffy. I was born in Atlantic City and when I come back I always get a box or two. This year I bought eight and sent them from California to Rome, Italy for Christmas Presents to my family. They offer a rainbow of flavors each one better than the last. Go on line if you can’t get to Atlantic City, they sometimes offer a 20% discount and a free box of taffy for you. Service is fast and packed like a care package from mom. I recommend ordering when not in the hot summer months. They even have a sugar free version. Enjoy

Salt Water Taffy Since 1885 A Variety of Flavors Chocolate Covered Banana is Bomb. – UnilocalA!
For many years I’ve heard the best salt water taffy comes out of Atlantic City, Jersey so during my trip to AC it was a must for me to come here. The store front is located on the Boardwalk, upon entry you are greeted to a clown cut out. To the right of the entry way along the wall is a plethora of Salt Water Taffy. Along the left are candy cases filled with fudge and a variety of confections.
I quickly unwrapped a piece of molasses salt water taffy to be sure I wanted to spend my money here. Instantly I was hooked! The taffy was not overly sweet, chewy or hard. The flavor of molasses was so electrifying I grabbed a bag and filled it with different flavors. My absoluteness favorite are banana and molasses. Before I checked out the counter I noticed the chocolate covered salt water taffy again I unwrapped the Banana which was covered in dark chocolate. OMG heaven wrapped in golden foil! This was absolutely breathtaking a fine balance of taffy and chocolate again not overly sweet, chewy or hard. I filled another bag with two of each flavor stocking double in the banana and cherry.
I also picked up some old fashion candy sticks one of each flavor. I haven’t tried it but my boys says there better than the candy canes that are stocked in stores during the holiday season.
I’ve tried salt water taffy before but not as good as this hence the taffy was first produced and marketed in 1885 in Atlantic City.

I recently visited Atlantic City, on the Boardwalk. I happen into the James Candy Company. The staff is friendly and accommodating, the salt water taffy prices are comparable to any on the Boardwalk. the thing that set this place apart for me was the $ 5 Mystery Bag. The best way to describe it is exactly how they do on the bag «$ 5 mystery bag of imperfect chocolates– No picking– No peeping– A surprise in every bag.» Well they don’t taste «imperfect» and worth the $ 5 for 12oz.
This is a find, if you visit the Boardwalk go to the Pier Shoppes @ Ceasars Hotel, on the 1^st level, and buy a bag you will not be disappointed (that is if you love chocolate).

Not sure if it’s because I was there during the off-​season (and maybe the fudge wasn’t super fresh since they probably don’t get a lot of foot traffic) but this just wasn’t the fudge I remember loving as a kid.
It was okay. But didn’t really satisfy the memory craving I had of sweet, smooth peanut butter fudge from the Jersey shore. I’m glad I only got a little piece so I didn’t waste it.
Maybe you’ll like it, but I’ll pass next time.

As with their counterpart, Fralingers’s, this is a great spot for salt water taffy. There are a few locations on the boardwalk and all are terrific spots to pick up taffy of all flavors, macaroons, and candies.
You can choose from all kinds of flavors here by the pound and also in gift boxes. Their flavors are terrific — from fruits to classics like peppermint creams. Sugar free flavors too. Every time I am down here I buy a few boxes as gifts, to bring to my office, or for personal consumption. Cut to fit the mouth for easy eating!
There are all types of gift boxes of different sizes, and gift baskets too. You can also order online which is a far cry from when they started in the 1880’s.

LOVE salt water taffy!
James’ Candy, located on Atlantic City’s famous boardwalk, is a must stop along this avenue of sights and shops. Cut-​to-​fit-​the-​mouth salt water taffy (including chocolate covered, sugar free, and candy-​filled), macaroons, toffee, mint rolls, boardwalk fudge, chocolates, and many more confectionery treats line the shelves and containers that fill this establishment.
These delectable items come in a variety of packaging for purchase. Boxed sets, gift baskets, fill your own bag.. . you’re sure to find something to tickle your taste buds and still go easy on the wallet. I bought around 10 pieces of taffy ranging in flavors of vanilla, cherry, strawberry, to cookie dough for exactly $ 2. What a deal! I thought of purchasing some for my parents back home (as they were the ones to first introduce me to this place so many years ago) but the thought of carrying around a box set in the Atlantic City heat gave me images of liquified taffy seeping out the sides.
Taffy, and many other treats, can be ordered online if this image runs through your mind as well. The company is based out of Atlantic City and all the candy is produced from the original factory.
If you are looking for that unique souvenir from Atlantic City and are tired of the same «2 for $ 50» sweatshirt deal elsewhere on the boardwalk, why not purchase some traditional taffy from James’. The candy store dates back to the 1880s! You can’t get more authentic than that! I highly recommend this store above others on the boardwalk.
Be careful with those fillings and be sure to pick it all out of your teeth.. . you don’t want an unexpected trip to the dentist because you tried chewing the taffy right away or left it plastered to your teeth afterwards :-P

We love James — but I gotta say — we like Fralinger’s taffy just a wee bit better.
The ladies here were also kind to our 4 year old daughter and let her try a free piece of their famous «cut to fit the mouth» salt water taffy.
A jumes bank (paper mache piggy bank) is a family tradition for us.
They also offer chocolate covered taffy — who woulda thunk it?