5 candy shops to visit in Albuquerque

Whether you are looking for something sweet to eat, or a gift for that special someone on Valentine's Day, these five candy shops in Albuquerque have something for you.

From freeze-dried candy to a classic box of chocolates, these shops have something for everyone.

The Candy Lady

In business for more than 30 years, this shop is known for its "Breaking Bad" candy, which was originally made for the HBO TV show. It has a cotton candy flavor and comes in a brown paper bag with a business card to avoid confusion for law enforcement.

LOCATION: 424 San Felipe NW, 505-243-6239

HOURS:11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Thursday; 12-5 p.m. Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Buffett's Candies

This shop has been preparing chocolate and candy for the residents of Albuquerque since 1956. Customers can choose premade boxes of sweets or build their own custom assortment of chocolate or piñon brittle.

LOCATION: 7001 Lomas NE, 505-265-7731

HOURS: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday; Noon-5 p.m. Sunday

Sticky Fingers Candy

Opened in 2020, this shop is NM True Certified. The shop offers freeze-dried candy ranging from gummy bears to saltwater taffy. There is also chamoy sauce, which comes in plain, blue raspberry, strawberry and sour pickle flavors. Gluten and nut-free options are also available.

LOCATION: 220 Sixth SW, 505-302-1806

HOURS: Closed Sunday-Tuesday; Noon-5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday; 1-5 p.m. Thursday

Mayra's Antojitos

This shop offers authentic Mexican chili powders and home-style chamoy, spread over a variety of gummy candies such as Sour Patch Watermelons, peach rings and gummy bears. For Valentine's Day, the shop is selling trays of assorted candies and nuts for $55.

LOCATION: Available for online orders, pickups and deliveries, 505-430-0191

HOURS: Call 505-430-0191 or order online

See's Candies

This shop offers a variety of chocolates and candies and gives customers the options to make custom-mixed boxes of treats.

LOCATION: Coronado Center, 6600 Menaul NE, 505-881-5327

HOURS: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday

Popcorn Cannery

The February flavor of the month is Cupid Corn, which features a mixture of cherry, grape, watermelon and vanilla flavors creating a brightly colored pack of caramel corn. Other flavor options include, rainbow, red chile, green chile, cinnamon, butter rum and a Chicago mix — cheddar cheese and dark caramel — to name a few.

LOCATION: 1727 Seventh NW, 505-247-3626

HOURS: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday; Closed Sunday

Candy shops in Albuquerque