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Johnson's Popcorn

1360 Boardwalk · Ocean City, NJ

Why you should go…

Johnson's Popcorn has been popping caramel corn in copper kettles on the Ocean City, New Jersey boardwalk since 1940. The shop is a boardwalk tradition, drawing lines for its signature caramel corn along with cheddar and other flavored varieties. It ships nationwide, but the original boardwalk storefront remains the draw for shore visitors.

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General shopping guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Vendor hours are their own thing

    Market stalls and independent sellers keep shorter hours than the building around them, and quiet days end early.

  • Bring a tote and a little cash

    Smaller sellers do not all take cards, and bags are rarely free.

  • Weekdays browse, weekends buzz

    Pick the weekday for a proper look at the shelves and the weekend for the atmosphere.

  • Ask about shipping

    If something will not survive the suitcase, plenty of sellers will send it home for you.

What's around here?

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