Desserts in Salem

140 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Curly Girl Candy Shop at 140 Washington Street stocks bulk candy, lollipops, chocolate bars, nostalgic and novelty candy, and gifts. The shop runs a Sweet Support program raising monthly funds for local nonprofits, plus at-home birthday kits and catered candy buffets for events.

207 Fort Ave, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Popcorn, homemade ice cream, saltwater taffy and a grill at Salem Willows, run by the same family since 1897. The popcorn is made with vintage equipment and older recipes, and bags and popcorn bars ship nationwide.

282 Derby St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Funhouse Donuts at 282 Derby Street runs creative ever-changing themed donut menus that lean weird and whimsical. No two visits are the same — repeat customers find new flavors on every drop.

85 Leavitt St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Harbor Sweets at 85 Leavitt Street has been hand-crafting chocolates in Salem since the 1970s, working out of a former apothecary warehouse where the original apothecary cabinet still sits on display. Signature line is the Sweet Sloops, alongside truffles, assortments, and specialty collections.

181 Fort Ave, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe at 181 Fort Avenue serves national award-winning homemade super-premium ice cream with creative flavor combinations and house-made mix-ins. Home of the 2022 North American Ice Cream Association's Flavor of the Year. Open year-round with Wi-Fi.

173 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Kakawa Chocolate House at 173 Essex Street is the Salem outpost of the Santa Fe-rooted brand, specializing in historic drinking chocolate elixirs alongside artisan chocolates, ice cream, and small-batch confections, all handmade on premises. Wi-Fi available.

176 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Lil' Zitelle is a gelato bar on Essex Street in Salem, serving gelato imported from Italy alongside premium coffee and affogato, plus cookies, desserts, candies and confections. It opened September 3, 2026. Zitelle, the clothing store from the same business family, is opening next door.

60 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Melt at 60 Washington Street makes small-batch ice cream from real, local ingredients with allergen-friendly options at the core. Everyday flavors like vanilla and chocolate run alongside rotating seasonal lineups, vegan coconut-based scoops, and dairy-free sorbets.

84 Wharf St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Popped! Gourmet Popcorn & Ice Cream at 84 Wharf Street on Pickering Wharf serves gourmet popcorn — premium, candy-coated, cheese, savory, vegan, and gluten-free options — alongside ice cream and milkshakes. Custom orders for events and corporate gifts.

140 Derby St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

The Chocolate Pantry on Derby Street is a women-owned shop selling globally-sourced imported chocolates and confectionery — over 50 flavors, each piece hand-wrapped. They run vegan and sugar-free options alongside the core line, and handle customized favors, gift baskets, and corporate orders for events.

26 Front St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Whimsy's Sweet Life at 26 Front Street is an artisan shop selling local ice cream, fine chocolates, and a curated mix of self-care and magical gifts. The shop runs on a 'Radical Whimsy' philosophy with seasonal hours that extend on weekends.

122 Derby St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Ye Olde Pepper Candy Companie at 122 Derby Street is America's oldest candy company, founded in 1806 and now in its fourth generation of candy makers. The Salem flagship is known for its signature Gibraltars (lemon and peppermint) and Blackjacks, all made by hand using the original 1800s recipes.