Pollak's Candies

4.5 stars. Pollak's Candies is a family-owned business that has operated since 1948. They hand-make a wide variety of chocolates, fudge, caramel apples, etcetera, and they also sell sweet treats such as licorice and gummy bears. Prices are reasonable for the quality.Customers may purchase candies at the store or through their website. I placed an online order for two products. Shipping cost $12 for USPS Priority Mail. The website said that they process orders in 1-2 business days, but I did not receive a shipment email or package after several days. I emailed and called, and an employee told me that they would make my cordial strawberries later that day. My package took 10 days to arrive at the post office and then 1 day to be delivered to my home. Cordial strawberries ($21) - 5 stars - My box included 6 strawberries that were surrounded by juices and covered in milk chocolate. I had not previously eaten cordial strawberries, so they were a surprise to me! These strawberries tasted very sweet and delicious, but when I bit into them, a large amount of juice dripped out! If you buy these cordial strawberries, make sure that you eat them over a plate and have a paper towel nearby.Deluxe assortment of milk chocolates ($15) - 4.5 stars - This box of chocolates weighed 8 ounces. I could not figure out all of the flavors, but I think that I received strawberry cream, orange cream, caramel, toffee, turtle, mint, coconut, chocolate, cherry cordial, and a few other flavors. I enjoyed most of these flavors.

Pollak's Candy is some of the best candy in Pittsburgh. I've had a craving for chocolate covered cherries for about two months now, so decided to stop in and pick some up today. I felt like a kid in (well a candy store). Of course I also had to grab some white chocolate truffles while I was there. The store is very clean and the woman behind the counter was very polite and helpful. I highly recommend a stop here if you happen to be in the area.