Our History
In 1927, Jimmy King began making candy in Houston while learning the trade from ‘Old World’ candy makers.
In 1976, Jimmy’s oldest son, Jack, moved his family to the historic Strand, in Galveston, to recreate an old-fashioned confectionery. He used the 19th-century formulas and methods, handed down to him, using traditional equipment and procedures to make confections.
La King’s features a working 1920’s soda fountain serving malts, shakes, ice cream sodas, sundaes, splits, floats and your favorite fountain treats. We proudly make and serve “Purity” ice cream which is Texas’ first ice cream manufacturer, founded in 1889 on Galveston Island.
Our Team
Our master candy maker, Ernest Torres, delights the crowds with his old-time specialties like Peanut and Peco Brittle, Divinity, Pecan Pralines, Hand-Dipped Chocolates, Fudge, and our famous Salt Water Taffy, made right before your eyes, on antique equipment. More than FIFTY candies are made from ‘old-time’ recipes!
If you have been looking for a specific candy or treat and don’t find it in our store, please let us know, as we can’t possibly list all the items we carry. However, with nearly 100 years of experience, we certainly know where to find it and would be happy to do so, if requested.
Visit Us
We cordially invite you, your family,
and friends to Galveston to experience the
unique atmosphere of days gone by.
Contact Us
La King's Confectionery
2323 Strand Street
Galveston, Texas
(409) 762-6100
Our Hours
Monday | 11:00 AM — 7:00 PM |
Tuesday | 11:00 AM — 7:00 PM |
Wednesday | 11:00 AM — 7:00 PM |
Thursday | 11:00 AM — 7:00 PM |
Friday | 11:00 AM — 8:00 PM |
Saturday | 11:00 AM — 9:00 PM |
Sunday | 11:00 AM — 7:00 PM |