Debra Benton
This is a must see and experience in Galveston. This little shop offers assistance to visitors with handicaps with an evaluation after you get inside. However there is no assistance outside to get inside. There is seating offered to enjoy any of the beverage, ice cream, or sweet treat selections they have to offer. The team members are extremely friendly and very good at staying attentive to visitors. There are purchase stations located throughout the store.
The selection of treats and drinks is incredible. Fudge, soft candles, chocolates, old fashion sodas, and so much more. There is a selection of sweets for anyone even sugar free and gluten free choices. This was the best shop in Galveston.
Shelbie Perez
It's a cute little shop. The ice cream is really good. I personally don't think they had a wide assortment of candy. There are definitely more baked goods like fudge than there is candy. They have a small popcorn station and I coffee bar. I'll have to try those next time I'm on the island.
Marc D.
I heard about La King's Confectionery while searching for places to check out in Galveston and The Strand. The shop is definitely a nod to times gone past as there are not many places left around that are like this anymore. La King's still serves ol' time sode floats the way they originally did way back in the day, by spooning out the syrup and mixing it with the soda water. I chose a root beer float and it was very nice and refreshing after strolling around the Strand for a while. There's every kind of candy and chocolate imaginable in La King's Confectionery. If you're looking for a nostalgic experience, stop by and enjoy some of their wonderful goods.
jana hughey
This is a very expansive candy shop. They have every kind of candy you can think of. They also have ice cream. You can even watch them make some of the candy. I had the silver dollar candies. They were amazing. MY oldest had the salt water taffy and really enjoyed it. The youngest had gummy sharks. Of course he thought they were really cool. This is a great place to stop and help your sweet tooth out.
Shellie Obrien
We adored this spot. Came on a super hot late July afternoon, and it was nice and cool inside. They had an enormous selection of candies, gummies, homemade taffy, and special ice cream. An old-time soda fountain and plenty of space to hang out and cool down.
Christina Mantas
Absolute Fun! Taffy, Chocolate, Ice Cream, Coffee... š¦
...Fudges, packaged candies, and basically all the treats you can think of! š«
It's only pricey if you buy a ton, just get a little baggie for walking The Strand; and you'll be just fine. āŗļø
Chad Zindel
This place is fantastic. It feels like you went back in time to a soda fountain! I didn't try the taffy, but I heard it was great. I had some of the homemade fudge and ice cream which was SO GOOD! I washed it down with a local bottled root beer, and my day was complete. Trust me you won't be disappointed. That is if you love sweets and all. š
Lloyd Krizan
We really love this place. Anytime we are near Galveston, we always stop by. I usually get a vanilla shake and a homemade lemonade. My wife got ice cream this time. We will get candy and chocolate and take some back for the kids. I have been going to this place since probably the late 70s or early 80s when I was in high school. I have taken my kids and now my grandkids. They all enjoy the wide variety of snacks to get.
norah
YUMMY ICE CREAM!!! Do not eat the blue bell ice cream nearby, but instead, eat at this old fashioned ice cream parlor!! Best flavor has got to be the Banana Walnut. Iāve tried the Cookie Dough and the French Vanilla, but they taste plain when being compared to the Banana Walnut flavor. If you love bananas and walnuts like I do, or anything generally delicious, you have to get the Banana Walnut! At first, I was like, $5 for one scoop is kind of a lot! But donāt be fooled! The scoop is humungous. I couldnāt finish it on my own haha. Yet, itās so worth it! Absolutely perfect for a hot day.
Katlynn Nguyen
Love that they provide a big scoop (enough for two!) for one! Not only can you get ice cream at this top but there are refreshments and assortments of toffee/chocolate/candies in this building!
Sam Skaling
Great place to get all your sweet needs. The whole family can get something. They have a little seating area. Plenty of room to move around if crowded.
Tiffany Skillern
was in Galveston with my fiancƩ, 2 girlfriends, and one kid. We stumbled upon La Kings, and decided to get some ice cream. We were greeted by an employee named Torryan, where he served a single scoop of ice cream on a cone. He let us try 2 flavors and recommended the popular item which was butter pecan! Overall, he was very attentive! Cute store inside. Limited space to sit! We will be back! Enjoy our experience and friendly waitstaff!
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Russell Mozingo
Was recommended this place by a Railroad Museum employee (which we also highly recommend) and we were not disappointed.
Ice cream tastes like a slightly sweeter and more creamy Blue Bell - firm but not rock solid to where you break your plastic spoon. A scoop is closer to a pint in size - very generous with portions.
Other reviews mention the pay-to-park - which would normally be an immediate skip for me - but we walked over from the railroad museum so it was a great way to cool down during our excursion.
It was pretty crowded when we went, but tolerable.
Jeff Smith
If you're in Galveston, you have to visit La Kings to satisfy your sweet tooth! From the cabinets of candy to the homemade taffy to the ice cream treats you can't go wrong. It's an inviting place located on The Strand that just fills your tummy and makes all your stress fade away.
Victoria Gonzalez
I love the variety of sodas,chocolates, ice cream, and others snacks they offer. This place will always be my favorite to get dessert in Galveston.
Regina Gipson
The taffy pull was good. The taffy was great. The guys were friendly and willing to answer questions. Lots of tasty souvenirs.
Amanda Wilson
Always a must stop for us. Great selection and atmosphere. We always make sure to get the ice cream and unique gummies. Expect to spend some money.
Rob Guild
This place is reason enough to travel to Galveston.
If you love delectable sweets and amazing ice cream, welcome to heaven.
If you donāt, this place can change your mind.
Yancy York
We go to La King's every time we're on the island. The ice cream candy and sodas are fantastic! Took friends this trip and made it for the taffy making. Put this place on your, "Must do" list!
Amy Frei-Brown
Absolutely love this place! I h ave lots of childhood memories from the candy store and I recently took my kids for the first time. Such a neat place with a great variety of treats! Canāt wait to visit again!
Mirabella Cortes
This place is a must. You gotta visit this place when youāre on vacation in Galveston.
Kevin Reed
A fun and friendly place to enjoy all of your sweet treats. Feel like a kid again when going into the shop of candy and ice cream. Our 2nd year to go and hope we make it a regular stop at least once a year. šš
Edna Robbins
Excellent place to visit for great candy and ice cream. When on the Strand we always stop there.
Courtney Wagner
Brought a group of 140 to La Kingās on Friday. The students LOVED it. Staff was friendly and great with the students. The man doing the taffy pull was great. He interacted with the students and made our experience an unforgettable one! Thank you for a wonderful time! I can not recommend this place enough.
Terry Huckaby
Love this place. It is a must every time we go to Galveston. My kids insist that it be the last stop of the day.
Luis Hernandez
1st time at this place and it was great planing on going back soon. Great ice cream and candy. But the employees are great workers.
Aaron Chojnacki
Always loved this place. I has the coffee bean flake ice cream,single scoop and it filled the cup. So good
Karin Kim Hulver Grimes
So many choices! If you can't find what you're looking for, then go next door! They have lots of candy bars from my childhood. We had the truffles and they were so delicious.
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