If you were born and raised in Montana, you probably have a story or two that’s tied to The Parrot Confectionery — and if you don’t, your parents likely do. This tried-and-true hand-dipped chocolate shop, cafe, and soda fountain has been a local treasure since its 1922 opening. And since we’re rapidly approaching its 100th anniversary, we thought we’d shine the spotlight on this local gem.

You’ll find the Parrot Confectionery at 42 N Last Chance Gulch in Helena, where it has been in business for 99 years.

Stephanie Throssell / Google But don’t let its advanced age fool you. This place is just as relevant as it was nearly a century ago.

Step inside and prepare to be treated to a blast from the past.

Wendy Lo / Google While the shop is well-maintained and has been modernized a bit, it definitely still has classic touches and old-fashioned vibes.

Play a few songs on the old-school jukebox while you shop.

The Parrot Confectionery / Facebook Why not?

The Parrot Confectionery produces a selection of 130 different types of candy, which are mostly made from recipes created by the original owners.

Daniel O-Haire / Google No matter what you’re craving - particularly if it’s something chocolate - you’ll find it here.

As if the enticing candy shop wasn’t enough, this place is also a cafe and soda fountain.

Michel Kroon / Google Here, you can still get shakes and malts, cherry phosphates, and caramel cashew sundaes with hand-dipped ice cream.

In fact, you can even have a tasty lunch here if you need something to eat other than ice cream (it happens).

The Parrot Confectionery / Facebook The Parrot’s secret recipe chili is extremely popular.

But whatever you do, don’t leave this place without trying some of the hand-dipped chocolate.

The Parrot Confectionery / Facebook The chocolate-covered caramels, almond butter toffee, and one-of-a-kind creation called “The Parrot” are fantastic.

The Parrot Confectionery is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Parrot Confectionery / Facebook And if you can’t make it to Helena anytime soon, you can order candy (which can be shipped worldwide) to tide you over.

When was the last time you treated yourself to something sweet from The Parrot?

Stephanie Throssell / Google

But don’t let its advanced age fool you. This place is just as relevant as it was nearly a century ago.

Wendy Lo / Google

While the shop is well-maintained and has been modernized a bit, it definitely still has classic touches and old-fashioned vibes.

The Parrot Confectionery / Facebook

Why not?

Daniel O-Haire / Google

No matter what you’re craving - particularly if it’s something chocolate - you’ll find it here.

Michel Kroon / Google

Here, you can still get shakes and malts, cherry phosphates, and caramel cashew sundaes with hand-dipped ice cream.

The Parrot’s secret recipe chili is extremely popular.

The chocolate-covered caramels, almond butter toffee, and one-of-a-kind creation called “The Parrot” are fantastic.

And if you can’t make it to Helena anytime soon, you can order candy (which can be shipped worldwide) to tide you over.

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Address: 42 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT 59601, USA