See’s Candies boasts a reputation for top-notch chocolates and confections that stretches back nearly a century. The San Jose outpost of See’s keeps the tradition going with its old-school candy counter, where you can pick and choose chocolates for your own customized assortment.

When you do, make sure to include the signature California brittle. Chocolatiers start with a classic toffee brittle, then coat it in creamy milk chocolate, resulting in a truly unique treat. You can also grab a box of sweets like the dark chocolate peppermints or the milk chocolate drops. Try one or two of the signature truffles, too, perhaps the apple pie truffle covered with white chocolate. See’s even doles out candies in lollipop form, and not just chocolate. Other lollipop flavors range from butterscotch to cafe latte.