SweetSpot

Super cute shop with treats and novelties from yesteryear. Stopped in because I really wanted ice cream, and I was disappointed that the selection wasn’t bigger. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, though!

Really Bad Experience with multiple problems on our one and only visit to Sweet Spot…
My wife and I wanted to visit the new candy store that we heard was in downtown Barrington. We live some distance away, so I checked their website first, and verified that they were open until 7pm for the Saturday we were going to visit. When we arrived at the store, my wife pointed out to me that the sign on the door that showed the operating hours did show they were open until 7pm. At this point, it was a few minutes after 4pm. We started looking around inside. There was one other customer in the shop at the time we arrived, as well as one employee working that we could see. We had been looking around for 2 or 3 minutes when the woman employee mentioned to us that she was trying to wrap things up so they could close the store. I looked at the time, and it was 4:07pm. I said I thought you were open until 7pm. The woman replied well it’s SPRING BREAK… We don’t live in the area, and we drove a while to get to the store, so I was surprised that they were closing, especially when we had verified with two sources that they were open until 7pm (website and opening hours on door). I could not figure out what the fact that it is SPRING BREAK has to do with closing a business early, so I asked what time are you closing? She replied 5pm, but acted as if she needed us to leave as soon as possible. My wife and I quickly picked out a few things, but did not really get a chance to explore the store as we intended. When we left, I noted that the time was 4:19pm, so I hope that gave this woman enough time to shut down the business. It was Spring Break after all!!!
We wanted to try out the ice cream which was talked about on the website, but when we arrived, we found that Sweet Spot in fact had absolutely no ice cream. The freezer was empty. I did notice that they had about 50 packages of nacho chips available, so if the next time you are at the candy store, you are in the mood for nachos, you will be all set. I don’t really get the connection here.
When we got home, I got to thinking, we only bought a few things, I could not figure out how it could have cost us almost $ 15. I reviewed our receipt, and discovered that on 3 of our 6 items we had been OVERCHARGED $ 1.00 on each item. On two items that were supposed to be charged $ 1.99 each, we were charged $ 2.99 each. On one item that we were supposed to be charged $ 2.99, we were charged $ 3.99. I’m not sure if all the prices automatically go up when you arrive within 3 hours of the posted closing time, when it is SPRING BREAK, or just when the employee feels like overcharging you because she wants to.
As you can tell, we were not happy with our visit to Sweet Spot in any way. We will not be returning, and we do not recommend it to anyone. With the type of Customer Service we received, I can’t imagine how they will be able to stay in business very long.

World class malted milk balls. Super thick chocolate coating, really nice and crunchy malt core. They don’t get much better than this. Not super cheap, but not way expensive either. My favorite milk chocolate malted milk balls and I’ve eaten many. Way to many lol. Nice people too, gave me a free bag the other day, just because I’m a regular customer. Very nice.

Fantastic gummy bears! The owner is always there and is super nice. This place sells the best gummy bears, and I always stop and get some for my g/​f as they are her favorite. They can even order a 5lb bag for you if you are in need.

The Sweet Spot is a cute little shop right off of Lake Cook Rd. in Barrington. The first couple of times I drove by, I overlooked the candy shop because it looks like a little house. It is a bit pricey, but well worth it. After trying the amazing gummy bears here, I will never just drive by again! Be forewarned, they close early!

I never went to the actual store. I heard about Sweet Spot on Living Social and I was in need of a unique gift. I ordered a vintage style candy basket over the phone. They person who took my order was very nice and professional. The basket was delivered on time and exceeded my expectations in terms of size and creative design.

Huge variety! Found them through the Living Social deal & will definitely go back for more. Lots of the candy you know and love but also lots of ‘nostalgic’ candy. Candy cigarettes! I didn’t even know those were around anymore! Ended up with a whole bucket full of treats, some favorites, some trying for the first time. Cute store, very helpful staff & easy to get to.

This place puts a smile on your face the minute you walk in! Friendly and helpful staff!!!