The Sugar Shack — Local services in South Padre Island

I honestly don't know where to start with this disaster of a candy store, but let me warn you: do NOT waste your time or money here. This was the most horrific candy experience I’ve ever had, and I've been to some questionable places, but this one is on a whole other level.

First off, the selection was laughable. It was like walking into a store that had been abandoned for years. Most of the shelves were EMPTY, and the few items they had were ancient, stale, and expired. I found literal dust on some of the wrappers, and half the candy had strange bulging packages, like they were about to explode. I don’t know if that’s a normal “candy store vibe,” but it sure didn’t inspire confidence.

As for the taste, I bought a few different things, hoping for some redemption. Nope. The gummies were so hard, I thought I was chewing on old rubber bands. The chocolates? They tasted like someone forgot to add the actual chocolate and just melted down chalk instead. It’s like they were purposefully trying to ruin candy for me. How do you mess up a chocolate bar? Answer: Go to this place, and you’ll find out.

Now, let’s talk about the staff. If they even qualify as “staff” — it was like they had hired a bunch of random people off the street who had zero interest in being there. The cashier couldn’t care less about anything. No smile, no greeting, just a half-hearted grunt when I asked about what was fresh. Spoiler: nothing was fresh. They made me feel like I was inconveniencing them by daring to walk into the store.

The cleanliness was equally horrifying. Sticky, greasy spots on the counters, and candy wrappers all over the floor. It looked like the store hadn’t been cleaned in months. I felt like I needed a tetanus shot just from being in there.I felt like I needed a tetanus shot just from being in there.

Don’t be fooled by the “cute” storefront or the false promises of “sweet treats.” This place is a nightmare. I wouldn’t trust their candy to feed to a stray dog. I’ve had better candy from a gas station vending machine. Seriously, save yourself the trouble and go anywhere but here.

I wouldn’t even give this store a star if I could. Avoid it like the plague.

And for the store manager 'Cynthia' don't even get me started she was one of the most disrespectful person I have ever met in my life like she kept rolling her eyes at me for asking about the candy and the place never again...

Buyer beware! The item you buy might be a fake deceptively sold as the legitimate item.

This is a cute store with a great selection of candy and definitely meant to draw you in with the decor. I didn't experience the same issues with the staff following us around that other reviewers encountered.

The reason for my 1 star review is because of the "labubus" they sell. We stopped in this store on day 3 of our vacation and was pleased with the service. On our way home we decided to stop back in because my daughter and niece both wanted a Labubu. They were $30 dollars each. We looked at the boxes very carefully, and everything on the box appeared to be correct. When the girls opened the boxes on the way home they were both clearly fake Labubus that had been packaged in real boxes. The colors were wrong (miss matched) and the ears were not correct. I am not blaming the employees as I am sure that they were unaware, but I am sure management or the owners knew. This is just wrong, praying on the joy of little children hoping to get the latest "hot" craze... only to have their hearts broken and having to listen to their disappointment the whole ride back home.

I have contacted the store and even spoke to a manager, they are unwilling to do anything to make it right. They have left me no choice but to request a charge back through my credit...

The store front is definitively set up to catch your eye and pull you in especially if you have kids. I did read plenty of reviews stating that employees follow you around . Those reviews weren't wrong, lol . I noticed it immediately even though I personally didn't care it bothered my wife. I mean, I can't blame her they are almost come across as stalkers . Very bad for the store, to be honest. Ok back to the store now ... when you first walk in your eyes, don't really know where to focus, there is so much to see . The setup is nice they have tons of options . If you have ever bought candy by weight, you aren't really surprised about cost to me It seemed about right. Yes some candy was hard but didn't seem to stop my child from eating it lol. As far as other items yes seemed over priced but cmon, you on a tourist strip honestly should be kinda of expected. They do have a small arcade wasn't expecting that. Do recommend stopping here at your own risk of getting offended by the stalking employees besides them it really is a cool store. The only reason for 3 stars was the...