River Street Sweets

Took a stroll into River Street Sweets with my two kids and walked out with full hands and even fuller smiles. We came for their famous pralines and they’re dangerously good. suddenly we were ending getting everything from there The whole place feels like stepping into a candy dream, shelves of colorful sweets, the smell of sugar in the air, and wide eyes from kids (and adults alike). If you’re in Savannah, this place is a must.

Amazing Savannah Candy store. Definitely a good place to visit when coming to Savannah. Right on Historic River St. A ton choose from including Fudge, Carmel Apples, Bear Claws and of course PRALINE!!! You can’t travel to river street with getting some. Tons of fun for the whole family and plenty to venture around the area. Parking would be the only issue and plan accordingly and whole where to park. Bring your walking shoes or take a tour around the area is always a bonus.

Celebrating Mother’s Day with some treats from River Street Sweets and a tasty warm Praline sample! We were quickly greeted with smiles and excellent service from Jalaya, Delaney & Jakarra. They were extra sweet to take our photo along with suggesting their favorite items as we looked over all the selections. The Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Bear Claws & Pralines are excellent!!

The experience was one in a lifetime I felt like a fat kid literally in a candy store lol. I loved that they had some items from tik tok available. The chocolate itself is so rich I couldn’t even finish my snack. My only discrepancy is that the cashier was not friendly and came off as very rude. It was almost as if she hated her job or maybe she just had a rough day. I will bring my children when I return again.

This place is a treat (pun intended)! Anytime I’ve had the pleasure of spending time in Savannah, I make a point to go here. The fudge is delicious, glazed pecans are amazing and the pralines are a must have!

Fun store right on the waterfront. Delicious chocolate covered strawberries! We went as they were closing to buy a few and they gave us extra since it was closing time. Such nice staff and so much candy and sweets!

You can try a free sample of their famous pralines by the entrance before buying. Friendly service. Original, milk chocolate, and dark chocolate options are sold by the pound and are all delicious. Many varieties of other sweets also sold here.

Tammy is the absolute best!! People like this are what makes a company great and what I love about Savannah. Sweet & simple connections (and the awesome candy and chocolate!!) are what keeps River street sweets going. The quality of chocolate is definitely worth the trip. Thank you for a great experience every time (:

As a surprise coming back from a trip from Savannah Georgia my boyfriend brought home some Bear Claws and Pralines for me to try for the first time from River Street Sweets since I was unable to go on this trip with him! Needless to say I fell in love with them and have been craving them ever since! Fast forward a couple months and today I was finally able to come experience River Street Sweets personally with him! This sweets shop is a candy and chocolate lovers dream! Walking through those big doors made you feel like you were being transported back in time... It's every kids dream candy store. I'm a big chocolate lover and I was overwhelmed trying to pick a section to start at to see everything they had to offer! We ordered the Rocky Road Bark to try and it was delicious! We were so excited to try it I didn't get to take a picture of it I completely forgot it had milk and white chocolate marshmallows, almonds. We then ordered Bear Claws to take home with us because other than trying another new sweet treat I was on a mission to bring Bear Claws back home to Miami with me To our surprise they had a special going if you spent around $25.99 or more on Pralines you got a 1/2 lb of Pralines free! We were pleasantly surprised with this deal and we cant wait to get home and have some Bear Claws! If you are in Savannah and have the time, definitely go see River Street Sweets it's a MUST!

River Street Sweets located Riverfront Savannah, GA Food: You'll get a sugar rush just walking in, all kinds of chocolate covered snack, popcorn, fudge and of course the southern staple pralines. Service: Super Friendly customer service. Ambiance: Think Willy Wanker and his chocolate factory.

Wow! The sweet smell fills the air as you walk by. It lured us to come right in and look around. Friendly and helpful staff. They offered us fresh samples of the pralines which were rich and sweet. They have an amazing selection of freshly made fudge and chocolates. I also appreciate the variety of white chocolate choices they feature. It is very decadent. They also have a lot of classic and bulk choices as well as ice cream. It is a one stop sweet shop. We left with several pieces of fudge. They have a small deal the more you buy. I would highly recommend this place is you have a sweet tooth.

River street sweets is full of delicacies. Love the pralines. Had to buy some after them handing me a sample as I walked in! They have ice cream here too. I was also given a sample of caramel corn. Everyone is friendly. A fun stop!! Watch them make the pralines, popcorns, taffy, etc!

Popped in for a quick sweet treat with my husband. We both hit ice cream and it was so tasty! I did the banana pudding flavor. Hit the spot on a hit day!

Nice place to go by the river. You can go in and take pictures. There's a bunch of sweets, ice cream, and popcorn! It's a nice place experience! You don't even have to buy anything, you can just go in, take pictures, and even try out some ice cream or gelato. Their pralines are my favorite and when I went, they were having a sale! The workers were fast too.

We liked this place. Another post I needed to let my hubs author because he's enjoying this trip too! "To be honest, we weren't completely sure what pralines are. So, for purely educational purposes, we went into River Street Sweets. The people who worked there were kind, and the place had sweets made in house, popcorn, ice cream, and lots more. So many tasty things, and we paid about $16 for 0.75 lbs of praline and a bag of specialty popcorn. It was all so tasty that my next check in will be with my dentist if I keep going here. Suuuuugaaaaaarrrrrrr."

The bon bons are so reasonably priced! My boyfriend and I were having a day date in downtown savannah. We randomly walk in and get the best bon bons. They were super cheap and super yummy. The people were very nice. They served us quickly even though they were busy.

This is my favorite stop every time we visit Savannah. River Street Sweets has so much candy to pick from!! They also have ice cream that is so rich and creamy, unfortunately they didn't have any praline ice cream so I passed on the ice cream this time. Everything is delicious and fresh.

Of course I had to get some pralines in Savannah. They are always so yummy. I was shocked how much they were - they had a deal for a pound of pralines and get half free but I still paid $30, also not sure if what I got was truly a pound and half (seemed a little light for that) but still so yummy.

The pralines here will have you wanting to bring a blow-up bed and set up shop in the back. They were soooo amazing and the service was exceptional.

I was visiting Savannah and stumbled upon this place on River Street. The pralines looked great so I decided to try one - and it did not disappoint! I got the cashew praline and it was delicious. They have many other sweet treat offerings and I bet everything else is just as good. The smell as soon as you walk in hits you immediately, nothing better! Highly recommend checking this place out.

It's always a treat to visit River Street Sweets! I lived in Savannah, GA for almost two years when I was in college and loved visiting River Street Sweets, usually get to a sample of their famous pralines. That sweet smell is irresistible! We stayed on River Street in September, and of course, had to make a stop at this candy store. Not much has changed. It looks just like it did many years ago and still offers the same delicious treats. Can't resist their pralines, so we got that and some taffy -- another crowd favorite -- to bring back to our son. River Street Sweets is a must when in Savannah! At the very least, come in and get a sample of their pralines. They offer them all day!

For someone with a sweet tooth like mine, a visit to River Street Sweets is truly a sugary paradise. The moment I stepped inside, I was drowned in the sweet smell of freshly made candies, and my eyes were dazzled by the colorful array of confections displayed in every corner of the store. With so many choices, it was a delightful challenge to decide which treats to indulge in. I found myself tempted to buy each and every kind. In the end, I bought a box filled with their world-famous pralines and their rich, creamy fudge. Service was friendly and accommodating. If you find yourself in Savannah, don't miss the chance to taste the Southern sweets they have to offer at River Street Sweets.

Location is amazing and the smell that comes out of the store is good enough to take you inside. Got a scoop of mango ice cream and rocky road and it tasted amazing!! Customer service was also on point.

Special thanks to my Sissy Pooh for bringing me one of my favs - pralines. These are really good. The nuts are plentiful and huge just like I like. Additionally, she got me a bear claw candy, which consists chocolate, caramel, and pecans. It reminds me of a turtle candy.

My husband and I hadn't been to Savannah in nearly 15 years and enjoyed a quick stop today to introduce our two children to the city. Needless to say, a candy store on River Street was a must, and River Street Sweets ended up being our destination. We purchased a bag of taffy, a bag of various gummy treats, and a box of chocolate dipped items. Everything that I've tried thus far has been fantastic -- the taffy well-made, the gummy treats fresh, and the chocolates creamy and rich. The only reason I'm giving River Street 4 stars instead of 5 is the price -- I was a bit in shock when our total was nearly $60 for what I considered to be a modest amount of treats. Though very steep, I do think there is fantastic quality behind it.

My first time at River Street Sweets and what a delicious experience. Wall to wall and floor to ceiling treats. A true Candy land. And yes I was like a kid in a candy store. Lol But you just have to try the pralines. Weather it's cover in dark chocolate or milk chocolate it don't matter. I know this because I bought both and both were equally fantastic. Hands down the best Pralines I've ever had. The only glitch was that the check out person seemed a little confused about which customer was next in line. She kept taking different people in no particular order and was having trouble working the "cash register" (Is that even a term anymore?) lol. But it was still a wonderful experience. I went back the next day. So it had to be good.

Walking in this candy shop had a lot of options. It was clean and people seemed pleasant and smiles. They also have a lot of candy that you don't see anymore. Lots of candies from 20 or even 30-40 years ago and only see at specialty places occasionally. There was only 1 negative and that was that I picked up one container of a candy I was reminiscing about and it was expired. I looked at others and I didn't see any others like that but it did make me question how often the supplies are being turned over. In all it was a fun place to look through.

Always delicious! I use them for parties as snacks and favors. I love to get the huge pecan pralines and I ordered 9 lbs of them for favors at my best friend in Savannah's birthday. I can make them, but they are never as pretty as the Riverstreet Sweet's pralines. The reason I'm giving 4 stars is that I had a significant language barrier when placing the order so I called the customer service line to make sure my order was correct and then when I called the morning of the day I was to pick them up they could not grasp that I didn't want to place an order because I would be picking my order up! Then I had to repeat what I had ordered multiple times. Anyway, I did get my order and everyone at the party loved them. I put two in each candy bag with a sticker of my friend being hugged by an Elvis impersonator in Las Vegas! Made a great party favor. Next time I'll use the Riverstreet Sweets on Broughton Street. They were much more together when I stopped by.

The store makes everything look good. We got taffy and peanut turtles. The peanut turtles were good but I wouldn't say over the top. The taffy was extremely disappointing. We got a variety of flavors and none of them had much flavor to them at all. They pretty much all tasted the same. Except the peppermint which was over the top with the peppermint flavoring. It was really disappointing. Especially considering the cost. I would save my money for something better next time.

So, so much candy... so little time. Fresh tasting pralines were delicious. The staff was attentive and friendly. Will be back again for more!

Wowzers, they've got the TREATS. Anything your sweet tooth could desire is found here. Full of chocolate, candy, and fun.

Yummy stuff! You are first greeted by the enticing smells and then they offer you a taste of a praline and you are hooked. Hard to resist the fresh made treats and the prices are not bad for what they are offering. Many novel old timey kinds of candy available also.

Gelato tastes and smells like it was expired 5 years ago. Customer service is awful. Please check your freezers and train your stuff how to treat customers.

This is a must do for me when in Savannah - love my pralines! I love that you can get a free sample when you walk in, and they have a huge variety of sweets including taffy. The sugar here is not cheap, but it's special. I usually grab at least a few pralines for the road and sometimes more. It's fun to watch them make the taffy, very interesting to see. Today they had a special where you buy 1 lb of pralines and get a 1/2 lb free so that was nice. The staff is friendly and you can usually get in and out pretty quickly.

Large selection, chocolates, pralines of all kinds, fun atmosphere, service was great.

We love their sweets but their ice cream is the highlight for us! Great staff, cool location, and great sweet treat options. It is a tourist attraction technically, but worth it. Get a praline and sit by the river, and enjoy!!

Tried the Pralines and had to go back to get a box. They were delicious and not too crunchy

While Tony & I were in Savannah GA on River Street down by the Savannah River, I dashed into River Street Sweets Candy Store where they make and sell Homemade Candy. I purchased a White Chocolate and Caramel with Nuts Bear Claw which is the size of my hand. It was so delicious and cost $5.24, and I enjoyed outside in the Park along the river in gorgeous 78 degree weather. Definitely recommend the delicious Candy and the aroma in the store alone is to die for!!!

To me this place screamed tourist...and in a bad way. It is like any other tourist sweet shop. The kind you find on boardwalks in Santa Cruz CA. or big touristy destinations. I think there are better local more unique places to get your sugar fix on imho.

Love this place on the River street of Savannah! The spot amazes you as soon as you walk in! You'll see all the treats, sweets and offerings that you can get. It's a cool spot to try some pralines as that's the south's treat. I got some bit sized chocolates super delish!

Grew up in GA and TX, and stayed in Savannah with family a couple of times. So we are very familiar with sweet southern treats and baked goods. When we discovered River Street Sweets, we began ordering from them immediately! They still send food catalogues spotlighting the family owners and long-standing employees, as well as their extensive lineup of sweets. Themed catalogues arrive throughout the year. So you will always be able to make yourself or others happy. Although we have never been to any of their physical locations, when it comes to service, they get an A+. Had a corporate order that disappeared upon arrival. After doing weeks of investigating the matter, and turning up empty handed, we reached out to River Street Sweets to see what they could do. Much to our surprise and delight, Ashley at River Street Sweets offered to replace the order at no extra charge! It arrived, and almost disappeared again! Had to rescue it from a Supervisor who was about to cut into the box with scissors! Whew!!! Have been and will be ordering from them for years! If you want to gift family, friends, or yourself with sweet treats, River Street Sweets is the place to start!

River street sweets is everything I thought it would be as a tourist trap by the river. However, I was hoping that the overprice snacks would actually be good.. We made a bag of assorted gummies from the wall and they were stale and hard to chew on. Very disappointing for the price tag per pound. The service was slow and we had to wait a few minutes for someone to cash us out at the registry.

This candy store makes some of its treats on-site and also has fresh popped corn, hand scooped ice cream, and various soft drinks. Expect premium pricing for handmade candies and ice cream. Ice cream options included no sugar added. Two small tables outside offer some seating. However, across the road small landscaping walls provide shaded seating to watch passers by while you enjoy your sweets.

Their chocolate pecans are to die for! I love that they give out samples of the fresh candy they make.

Every time I pass by Savannah I visit River Street Sweets. I love their pralines! It's a very fun place and I really recommend it if you have a sweet tooth.

Oooh heaven is a place on earth. I am forever thankful for whatever whim my family had 15+ years ago when we were visiting Hilton Head that we decided to go to Savannah nearby, and decided to go to this store. They have praline samples when you go in and they absolutely changed my life. They're fresh, warm, they melt in your mouth, and everything is right in the world. I have yet to find a praline that can compete with how perfect these are. Every time I'm there I need to get an entire box, and heavily guard it from anyone who wants some of my pralines. Many have attempted, none have survived. My second favorite thing to get here are their glazed pecans. They are the epitome of what a sweet and salty dessert should be, and I could eat a dangerous amount. The store itself is amazing too! There's all sorts of specialty candy, as well as more familiar types. They also have ice cream, and more. You can't miss the pralines here, they are truly special. Cannot recommend this place enough.

No visit to Savannah would be complete for me without a visit to River Street Sweets. Back in 1973 the Strickland family was operating the Cotton Bale gift shop on historic River Street in Savannah, Georgia, when they went to a trade show looking for new merchandise. Eleven year old Tim Strickland found a fudge pot and asked his parents to buy it for the store. Mom Jennifer made up a batch of candy to sell and it was so popular that candy became the number one seller in the store. Six months later the family switched to selling candy full time. Father Stan bought a slab of marble from a gravestone company to hand dip pralines which became their most popular candy. River Streets Sweet is the oldest candy store in Savannah and it is still family run by Tim and his sister Jennifer. Stan operates Savannah's Candy Kitchen down the street. The heavenly scent of sugar wafts through the air as you are handed a praline sample when you walk in the door. I was there for the pralines which made River Street Sweets famous but they also sell ice cream, turtles, pecan logs, fudge, hand stretched peanut brittle, homemade pecan pies, and salt water taffy made in a 100 year old machine. If you can't visit the store in person they ship their sweets world wide. They also started to franchise in 2014 and now have stores in stores in Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Atlanta, Nashville, Key West, and Maryland. I was excited to find out they plan to open an Orlando location. Pralines are large. They sell them by the pound and they run around $3 each. They offer some flavors like chocolate but I'm a purists and like the original flavor. When you put a piece in your mouth it melts away on your tongue leaving the pecan behind. There is something so quintessentially Savanah about eating one. A highlight of my trip was getting my bag of pralines and stepping down to the river to watch the boats sail by as I savored my treat. The Strickland family has made pralines synonymous with Savannah.

SWEEEET! Amazingly sweeeet! We stumbled in and easily could've rolled out! So many fabulous sweets! It makes me want to open a franchise. There were samples of warm pralines greeting us at the door. So good! I bought a pound -- which was a good deal because they gave a 1/2 pound for free with every pound bought. I also got what I thought was what we call turtles, but they call bear claws. It was a big gooey wonderful glob of caramel over chopped pecans with chocolate on one side. They had them with different kinds of chocolate, but I got white chocolate. It was so good I made lot of oohs and ahs with every bite! I was really curious about the huge rice crispy treats dipped in different toppings and the caramel apples and the fudge and ... You name it candy and they had it, and I probably wanted it! I could have spent a pay check in that place, it was so yummy!

Sweet Visit! Excellent customer service at the ice cream counter. The server offered samples, which were really good. My kids loved their ice cream and gelato. We'll stop by the next time we visit.

Cute little candy shop, that smells absolutely delicious!! Was walking by and could smell the popcorn out the store. The staff was super friendly too!

Must do stop in Savannah. I always get the pralines here. They are AMAZING. There's normally always a deal going on like buy a pound and get a quarter pound free. If you want to sample pralines before you buy, you can. There's a few new River Street Sweets locations around Atlanta now, but for some reason, everything tastes better here

Fun shop with great samples and desserts. Enjoyed watching them make some of their products live and the sweets tasted good. Marshmellow clusters were fantastic, peanut butter cups were decent!

I've been here a few times but on this recent visit, I got a couple of little things for my family and a praline for me. Just one. The guy at the counter asked me if I'd ever tried the chocolate one and offered me a bite. It was good but I told him I was going to stick to the original. Then he gave me a whole chocolate one for free just to be nice. Great experience.

Ok, so I live in NY, so getting these treats back from Savannah without devouring them on the journey was more than a notion, but I'm happy to report that despite my co-workers slamming through the treats I brought to work in less than a day, I still have my stash tucked away at home and am conservatively making my way through every delicious little truffle and fudge. The truffles really are my favorites, though the taffy, of which there are still a few pieces left at work, are also fun and tasty! Marzipan wasn't my fave (a little too starchy for me), but all and all, I look forward to another visit (or online purchase) to this classic candy shop!

I had a great outing with my family and friends last year getting some treat for my birthday sweets. The service was good and the treats were amazing and plan to visit again soon. The ambiance was great!

There are free little samples of the pralines and they are delicious, however every pricey. I bought two (they are like the size of a cookie) and it was almost $9. We also got some ice cream, they have gelato and ice cream but they do not have a lot of flavors.

Received my pralines. They are very good. I hope to visit the store again in the future.