Nehalem's Hidden Gem

Real candy.
Real warmth.
Real slow.

Nestled along the Oregon coast on Highway 101, Sarah Jo's Candy is where handcrafted sweets meet the kind of hospitality you only find in small towns — no rush, no pretense, just good people and better treats.

100%
Handmade Daily
Hiway 101
Coastal Stop
Made w/
Love & Sugar
Sarah Jo's Candy shop interior with colorful handmade confections and warm lighting
Made with love
Every single piece
Colorful handcrafted candies on display
Freshly made sweets being prepared
Warm café seating area
Chocolate being poured in the kitchen
Our Story

A little shop with a big heart

Sarah Jo's Candy isn't just a stop along the highway — it's a place where the smell of fresh chocolate hits you before you even open the door, and where every customer is greeted like a neighbor coming home.

We specialize in handcrafted confections made the old-fashioned way: in small batches, with real ingredients, and with more care than any factory line could ever match. Whether you're driving through the coast or settling in for a slow afternoon, there's a seat for you here.

Our café serves warm drinks and simple comfort food alongside our sweets — because the best moments are the ones you don't rush.

Small Batch
Made fresh daily
Real Ingredients
No shortcuts
Cozy Café
Sit, sip, stay awhile
Highway 101
Easy coastal stop
What We Make

Sweets worth stopping for

From rich hand-dipped chocolates to nostalgic hard candies, everything on our counter is made right here — never mass-produced, always made with intention.

Assorted hand-dipped chocolate truffles
Best Seller

Hand-Dipped Chocolates

Rich, velvety truffles and bonbons coated in our signature ganache — each one dipped by hand and finished with a dusting of cocoa, nuts, or sea salt.

Vibrant swirls of handmade hard candy

Hard Candy & Lollipops

Swirled, pulled, and poured in small batches — our hard candies come in flavors that remind you of a simpler time, with natural fruit and spice infusions.

Steaming cup of coffee with pastries

Café & Drinks

Warm coffee, rich hot chocolate, and simple café fare to pair with your sweets. Pull up a chair, take a breath, and enjoy the slow pace.

Beautifully wrapped gift boxes of assorted candy

Gift Boxes & Bundles

Let us build a box for any occasion — birthdays, holidays, thank-yous, or just-because. Each arrangement is hand-packed with care and wrapped in warm tones.

Seasonal candy and holiday-themed sweets

Seasonal Specials

Every season brings something new — peppermint bark in December, pastel eggs in spring, bright summer flavors. Stop by often; the menu changes with the weather.

Pralines and nut-based confections

Pralines & Nut Confections

Buttery, crunchy pralines made with locally sourced nuts and real brown sugar. A Pacific Northwest favorite that melts on the tongue.

Kind Words

What our visitors say

The best compliment we get isn't about the candy — it's about the feeling. Here's what people tell us after they leave.

"We were driving down the coast and decided to pull in for a break. Ended up staying for an hour. The hot chocolate was the best I've ever had, and the candy box we took home was gone in two days."

M
Margaret T.
Traveling from Portland

"I ordered a custom gift box for my mom's birthday and it was absolutely perfect. You can tell they actually care about what they make — it's not something you find everywhere."

D
David R.
Local resident

"Such a sweet little spot! My kids loved picking out their own candy, and I loved the coffee. It's the kind of place that makes you want to slow down and just enjoy the moment."

L
Laura S.
Family road trip
Come Say Hello

We'd love to see you

Whether you're a local stopping by after dinner or a traveler looking for a sweet break on the coast, there's always a seat and a smile waiting for you here.

Hours

Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours may vary during holidays. Call ahead to confirm.

Place a Custom Order

Need a special gift box, a holiday arrangement, or a bulk order for an event? Reach out and we'll put something together just for you.

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