Freak Lunchbox

The willy Wonka of candy stores this place is every kids dream everything you can think of stuff I didn’t even know they made anymore just moved to a new bigger better location right next door to the old one

Truly an overrated, expensive experience where I found fruit flies basking In The ambiance of peach rings at the back of the building. For $ 1.69 per 100g, their conditions at the back should be much more humane and should be given their own peach bath where no one can see.

I’m literally a kid in a candy store here, no pun intended. My friend told me to stop by and get a milkshake and I’m glad I did. I probably walked out with more than I needed but here’s to all the sweet tooth friends out there.

Great for speciality treats. They have unique stuff there. I’m sure they import tons of stuff and that’s why the prices where so high but there wasn’t anything that caught my eye. I’m a massive candy fan, like most people, and nothing jumped out at me. I actually left without buying anything. It was expensive and just meh. It’s cool to look around and maybe I’ll have to go back to get a second look but it didn’t totally wow me

I think the sea monkeys I was sold here were duds. It is a fun store, but I think all the inventory is very old. The red apple jelly bellys I bought were stale. Medium disappointing.

took my son once loved it!!! you can find everything almost

This place has everything you could dream of. From every possible type of packaged or loose candy to the most amazing (and hilarious) bottled and canned beverages. On top of that every possible gag or silly toy you could think of.

Have you ever walked into a place and immediately wanted EVERYTHING they have to offer? Or set yourself with a small budget as to not over do anything and quickly spiral into full on bankruptcy? This is my experience EVERY TIME I set foot into the Freak Lunchbox. I say this in the most loving way, of course. I absolutely adore this place and the fun retro treats they have to offer, plus the abundance of delicious candy!
They literally have something for everyone, or in my case everything for me! If you are looking for a gift, look no further! They have hilarious gag gifts and retro memorabilia that will make anyone smile! I was recently there by accident but was on the hunt for a bachelorette gift. I, myself, do not love the idea of buying lingerie for my friend and walking into the freak lunchbox the solution to this problem was solved! A Candy Bra! Hilarious! (yet still potentially practical… depending!) She loved it and now it seems to be the new «IT» gift between our friends for that occasion!
I obviously did not leave empty handed for MY OWN needs… I spiraled and ended up spending over 30 $ on candy… now that DOES include the gift… but let’s just say, it was not the bulk of that purchase!
There is just so much to chose from and the bulk candy is priced by weight which is nice because you can take as much of one or as little of another and not have 80,000 different bags on the go! (this is probably why it is so easy to spend money!)
If you are out for a stroll or after a meal… might be worth a peak in! I warn you, you may regret it later in the day when you have consumed more candy than one human should legally be allowed! But it’s worth it!!!

I used to love this store back in my high school days. Now, not so much. Mostly due to the lack of vegan candy options. It’s still a colourful delight on the eyes and definitely a place children dream of but it would really be nice to see them bring more cruelty-​free candy to the mainstream with their store. Ingredients lists would also be a nice feature to add to their candy shelves. It’s 2014 and allergies and health concerns are really coming into light now, options are always wonderful to have.

Very unique store from Dairy’s Dream bars to chocolate covered ants
This place also has loose candy and baggies so you can get your fill of mints, gummy candies, awesome milkshakes and other all sorts. All in all has classic toys and ritzy candies
The problem that I have however is I come in and find out that they don’t have any new supplies or newer «unusual» candy, a good example was the Harry Potter’s Dragon Egg chocolate creams, Extra large gummy bears, and Gigantic Toblerones. Now a days it’s candy I’ve seen before from various other stores like Pete’s and might I add can be a better price, thats another downside I find that at times the candy selection is not only not wide branched and more diverse but it’s prices can really do a number on the paycheck, Here’s hoping the old Freak Lunchbox spirit can come back and find brand new candy selections that not only can be worth the money but is unique and not sold a mile or more away

It’s impossible to miss, thanks to it’s very colourful exterior amidst all the brick shops on Barrington Street.
Freak Lunchbox is an amazing store filled with all sorts of interesting things. Not only can you buy any candy you could think of, but they have tons of other neat stuff as well.
If you’re in Halifax and you like candy, or weird s**t that you don’t usually find anywhere else, this is a place you definitely have to visit.

Once upon a time, I worked for FL, but not for this location. I was a Bedford gal, and while that shop is still my favourite, I have to admit that the Downtown Freak does have a charm all of its own.
It’s a bit hard to review this place without sounding like I’m writing down their entire inventory. The truth is, there is just SO MUCH packed into this tiny little store, that it’ll probably take two or three visits before you manage to take it all in. Not to mention the fact that they get new stock regularly. This is where you find the candy of your childhood, the candy of today and some candy that is actually meant to taste gross. I don’t get you, soap gum. I didn’t get it then, and I don’t get it now.
There’s also homemade milkshakes in summer, a massive collection of bobble-​heads, Freak Lunchbox T-​Shirts and Hoodies (that are wicked comfy, I might add) and a fridge full of unusual soda and energy drink flavours. One wall is devoted to gag gifts, ice cubs with bugs in them, x-​ray specs, and other things like that. This is a GREAT place for stuffing gift bags, party favours or stockings. It’s also not uncommon to see starry-​eyed couples picking out candy in the shades of their wedding, which is often hilarious as the flavours NEVER match. Baby blue and brown? Root Beer and Berries. Green and Yellow? Pineapple and Jalapeño. Always read the labels, people!
The only thing I don’t like about this spot is that it’s almost too tiny, especially given how popular its become. Unless you like pushing your way through tourists and screaming children, I don’t suggest you go down there on a Saturday afternoon. But on a summer night when you’re strolling around town and could use a little pick me up? Freak Lunchbox will welcome you with open arms.

I completely forgot how much fun this little store is!
I wandered in with a coworker a few days ago for this first time in quite a few years.
It was like a sweet little trip down memory lane. I loved seeing all the candies from when I was a kid that you just don’t see anymore.
When I walked in I was in a bit of a rotten mood. When I walked out all I could say was «Hey, that was fun!». Funny how a funky little candy shop be a mood booster!
Next time I’ll have to try one of their milk shakes. Word on the street is they’re pretty great!

A little too precious.

Amazing amount of candy under one tiny roof!
Although you may be able to find some of these candies cheaper elsewhere– you will have to do a lot of hunting. At FL– it’s all in one spot.
With awesome hand-​written name tags… the candy is wonderfully displayed all along the wall. And mountains of other confections (i.e. chocolate) in the middle. As well, they have awesome little toys and gadgets lining the front of the store.
It’s a great place to spend a few bucks for a pick me up on a bad day. I immediately smile when I enter this establishment.
Ps. super friendly staff as well!

Don’t go in here on an empty stomach, man the sugary good times. Of course they have all your favorite treats and every flavor Altoid you can think of. But it is often so busy it’s hard to move around inside, and it’s on the pricey side for candy.

Freak Lunchbox is the type of place I would have gone to on a near daily basis growing up. You see, I love candy. Love love love! And I also love chocolate. Love love love! And FLb has tons of both! It might be for the best, for the health of my teeth and blood, that I didn’t discover this place until well after I moved here.
FLb specializes in lots of variety of candy offerings such as a jelly-​jean station near the entrance with dozens of flavours, probably even including earwax and frog-​wart flavours. To the right side there are novelty toys and candies that people twice my age can remember from their own childhood. Heck, even for me, at the ripe old age of (20s), there are candies and bars that I remember from the 80s and early 90s that I totally forgot about.
There are several places for a wide assortment of chocolate bars that are commonly found in stores, or not. They sometimes have that rare type of Twix or KitKat that was only out for a short time or never out here at all.
And in the back… my favourite area. Candy in bulk! Grab a bag and fill it up with anything and everything. The selection changes on a semi-​regular basis so if there’s a missing fav one day, it might be back. Admittedly, I grab two bags of candy. One for the rubber and sours and one for just the chocolate types. Though, it seems like no matter how hard I try to limit myself to one, MAYBE two, of each kind I like, I still can’t seem to leave with anything less than a heaping bag full. Woe is me, I guess.
So now that I’ve discovered FLb, how often do I drop by? I honestly try not to go too much because I know myself too well. It’s become more of a treat for me now. I rewarded myself a few years ago following graduation with a trip to FLb, and I haven’t been back… JUST KIDDING! I couldn’t stay away for that long. It’s been a few weeks, at the most. My time to return is due soon.
(PS: they do have milkshakes and they are delish!)

I’m trying to come up with some sort of kid in a candy store joke, but it’s falling flat. Here’s the deal — it’s way better to be an adult in a candy store because you can buy whatever you want! This shop is just pure fun. It offers everything from gag gifts to bulk candy to specialty chocolate bars you can’t find in most stores, and so much more.
Be forewarned — it’s a popular spot and often jammed with other patrons. But the tunes they have blaring, the colourful surroundings, the smiling faces behind the counter, and the fact that you’re buying delicious treats will make it all okay.
But my favourite thing about Freak Lunchbox? The milkshakes. These glorious weapons of mass destruction for the lactose-​intolerant are so good — thick, creamy, and tasty. The list of flavours is long, but my choice is almost always Nutella.

If you love sugar or just have a craving for it then this is a place for you. Ranging from vintage, gourmet and common goodies to weird and wacky toys, etc. Freak Lunchbox is a fun place to visit if you haven’t before or even if you have.
I went there the first time the other day with big expectations, and although I was struck with some nostalgia seeing candies I haven’t seen since I was a wee one, I was a little disappointed in how small the size of the store was because of how crowded it was.
I could hardly enjoy browsing all the products, because there was almost always someone trying to get through the tight quarters. For how popular the store is you’d think they would expand to a bigger place, but I guess that could be easier said than done.
Great place for candy if you don’t mind small crowded areas.

Unique candy store with amusing décor. As their window claimed, they do have a «ferocious» selection of candy with the basics (gummy bears, chocolate-​covered raisins, jelly beans) and candy with charming names like «I Heart York» for York patties, «Chocolate Rox» for M&M-like chocolates that looked like rocks.
Even if you don’t go there to buy sweets, then at least go there to be amused with the many quirks inside the store.