What a charming shop! The staff were very friendly and efficient. My maple long john was incredibly fresh with a creamy frosting. My son was thrilled with his sprinkle donut, especially with the fun, non-standard colors like blue and green. My husband's apple fritter had a strong cinnamon flavor with bits of apple; it was a bit crunchier on the edges than we expected, but still delicious. We got an old fashioned for our one-year-old, and it was the perfect choice - not too sweet, nor sticky. The big surprise was the breakfast sausage sandwiches my husband and son ordered. The high-quality egg, sausage, and cheese on a fresh croissant were fantastic. I took a bite and was truly impressed, especially for the price... under $5 is very reasonable for the size. I was waffling over the Kona iced coffee, so a worker kindly gave me a sample. It was stronger, sweeter, and creamier than I expected, so I happily purchased a cup. The shop itself is small and can get a bit crowded, so it's probably not the best spot if you're planning to sit and eat inside. We will definitely be back the next time we're in Ankeny though. I can already imagine grabbing donuts and coffee to enjoy at the park with the kids once the weather warms up! read more

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This is Ankeny's best donut shop. It combines terrific baked goods with superb customer service and a good vibe inside. Their apple fritters are amazing and truly delicious. I have also enjoyed their donuts! In addition to coffee, they sell Coke and Pepsi products. Their staff is so kind and warm - it makes a difference as you begin your day! read more

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Great donut selection, friendly service, and good ambiance. Get there early because they go fast. Try the maple bacon when it's fresh and warm, excellent!! read more

The donut holes, Cronuts, and cronut bacon or sausage sandwiches are the best around town.

Rock Creek Senior Living orders donuts every Friday for our community. Residents and staff love your donuts. Thanks for making our donut Friday so delicious! read more

Love this place! My sister across the country said she saw an article about how Ambrosia has some of the best donuts in the US, so living a block away I had to go back. Today I got the cronut... croissant + donut. SO good. The ladies working are always so cheerful and friendly. In and out very quick. read more

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Cute little donut shop-- donuts are good, but not best in the world. However, the croissant donut holes are to die for!! read more

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These donuts are literally the softest donuts I've ever had in my life. I really like that you were able to pick what filling you want right then in there and they fill it behind the counter. Such a cute little shop run by such nice people! read more

I'm always on the search for legit donuts and that's exactly what can be found here! Apple fritters are my go to and let's just say they do it right as it was super flavorful and had crispy edges along with just the right amount of apples to make it totally yummy! Their old fashioned maple was also very yummy it was your typical old fashioned just the way you like it! Now the blueberry cake donut was probably my favorite one as it was super tasty and just hit the donut spot very well! So this is a small little shop right off the road and when I first pulled up I could smell the donuts out front it was then that I was like yes this is going to be good and it totally was! The lady working was very nice and sweet as well as quick to get the people served on a busy weekday morning! Overall this was a yummy stop for grease sponges and if I lived in the area I totally know this would be my go to shop as they are doing it right here in just that many ways! read more

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It has been a while since I've had a truly excellent donut. These are some of the best you'll ever find. Forget the chains and the flashy guys this is one of the best donuts you'll ever have. The ladies behind the counter were super friendly and helpful too. I'm from out of town but anytime I come through Ankeny IA I will be stopping here. read more

I've come here several times and it was time to write a proper review! The staff is always friendly and helpful! This place gets busy especially on the weekends which I think is a good thing! Love to see a thriving business- sometimes the line wraps around the place when I've come! The staff does their best to keep it moving with their friendly service! The donuts taste amazing as well, and it's become my fave donut place in all of Ankeny! read more

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There was a short line when we arrived but it wasn't too long before we were at the counter. Service was friendly and attentive! The apple fritter was BIG and had a great crunchy exterior and light and soft interior with a great cinnamon flavor sprinked inside. Definitely my favorite. The cronut was soft and delicate, perfect ratio of glaze to flaky softness. The old fashioned donut was exactly what you expect it to be but had a good balance of moisture inside which is key. A lot of places end up with a very dry bite but not here. I also appreciated that this isn't an over the top donut place with a billion toppings and variations. Great selection and more importantly, high quality product. Worth the trip from outside of Ankeny! read more

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Hot warm doughnuts Nasty coffee Great people Very friendly Very clean Tucked in a strip mall very easy to find. read more

I love love love these donuts! They absolutely devour every time I eat them! I love to go in the mornings before classes start, and I'm always in and out in 7 minutes or less, even with a line! The service is awesome, so friendly! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming! I absolutely love these donuts, they're so light and fluffy and absolutely perfect!! read more

Came to visit because I was told by a coworker these are the best donuts in Des Moines! Fresh even at 10:30 on a Sunday this was a fantastic treat. Got the glazed cronut and glazed donut and both were wonderful. They are a great representation of donuts that let the dough and the glaze shine as you could taste the deliciousness of both! Kind and fast service, cute and clean store inside. read more

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Every time I have gone to Ambrosia I have had great service from friendly knowledgeable staff. The donuts are well worth the wait. They are always fresh and delicious. I would not hesitate to buy there again and again. If you have not tried them you are missing out read more

I love Ambrosia! They have our favorite flavor of maple donuts which surprisingly has been a difficult flavor to find since coming out here. Other places have made their maple donuts too sweet and Ambrosia makes them perfectly. They are the perfect amount of sweetness and soft cake underneath. We also highly enjoy their ham and cheese croissants. read more

Right next door to Wheel House Pizzeria & Pub. The former location of ChuChu Donuts. I never made it over when it was ChuChu... Heather and I wandered into Ambrosia today after pizza to check it out. We were greeted right away at the front counter and both ended up with a pudding filled Boston Creme Bismarck (chocolate frosting). The bismarcks were pre-prepared and in the case along with an assortment of other rolls, long johns, fritters, and donuts. The woman helping us asked what kind of frosting and filling we wanted. She took the rolls from the case and into the kitchen, filled them, brought them back up front, and bagged them for us. $2.90ish I think. I dropped $1 in the tip jar. The bismarcks were light and fluffy. Not dense. Kind of reminded me of a Krispy Kreme donut as far as texture, but larger like a typical Boston Creme. It almost melted away in my mouth. The pudding filling was good and everything tasted really fresh. We took our order to go, but there are several low tables and chairs to sit at if you'd rather dine-in. Pretty good stuff. read more

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Thought I had my favorite donut shop near dsm until I went here! Been meaning to try it and finally did this morning. Got there at about 6:45 and was only customer (ppl had already been in though!!). They open at 6! Great selection and the service was awesome. The lady was so sweet. Got a half dozen and she threw in some donut holes on the house. The dough was just perfect and soft, not dry, just perfect. None were a miss! Second visit was not as great though. Don't get me wrong the old fashioned is still the best in the game!! But the blueberry fritter barely had any flavor and chocolate cake donut wasn't top notch either. Like how they fill donuts on hand but wish the raspberry jam was more homemade and not so syrup like. read more

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Ahhhh! I looooove their DONUTS!!! If I were pregnant again, I would probably make my husband drive here to come get these donuts for me frequently lol But since I'm not, I just dream about these donuts about every other week! Seriously, their glazed donuts and donut holes are THAT good! Not TOO sweet but JUST right! The Atmosphere: It's just a small, quaint little Mom and Pop shop. It has a few tables and chairs in the front area when you walk into the small shop and a small area with plastic utensils, napkins, etc off to the right when you walk in. A beverage cooler with drinks off to the left near the front by the register and donut case. The front of the shop has all of the gloriously delicious donuts on display. There aren't that many but what they have are all delicious! The long johns can be filled with a variety of choices listed on the menu behind the counter. They are filled after you order. The Service: 5/5 We love the owner. She is absolutely a sweetheart and is so friendly and willing to answer any questions! She also told me that she is always willing to reserve any donuts for anybody if you call ahead so that you don't miss out on your favorites! We tend to do this because we always used to miss out on the glazed all of the time and we would be in by 10 or 11am and they were gone already! The Food: Glazed Donuts or Donut Holes 5/5 Just get them. Don't hesitate. If you love glazed donuts, get them. They seriously melt in your mouth and are so addicting! Any of their other donuts? I've heard they're great! We just have always stuck with their glazed haha Hopefully they will never close! I will forever be a patron here! We live about 25 minutes away, but we still make the trip here every few months or sooner if we can! read more

Ambrosia has the best apple fritters and glazed donuts I've ever had in my life. They're not too sweet or overly glazed - they are light, fluffy, and just right! I could easily eat 4 in one sitting (please don't judge me). The owners are just as wonderful as the donuts, which is a great plus. Love, love, love this place! Definitely worth the drive! read more

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Ankeny's best donuts! These donuts are soft and fresh and delicious. We used to go to the donut shop that was there before and liked it but we LOVE ambrosia. read more

Donuts are very delicious! Donuts are not spongy and don't taste like dough. You have to go try them.

Just tried it out this morning it's worth the wait and the cost super fresh and huge! Apple fritter bomb!

Best donuts ever. They are fresh and I have never had a bad experience there. Typically a long line. Get there early. They sell out. Very worth it!!! read more

Best doughnuts in Ankeny! The filled doughnuts are filled when you order them, so the pastry doesn't get soggy. Yum

I arrived at 11am on a Sat morning anticipating a limited selection, but I was willing to accept my fate because of my timing. This place is amazing. If they do not have the type of donut filling you desire in the case, they will go in the back and fill a pastry for you. You choose frosting and filling and they provide! The server said they prefer to do that to avoid waste. She also said my timing was perfect because I avoided the rush. They tend to get pretty busy early on a Saturday morning. The donuts are delicious and service is top notch. I will definitely be back. read more

Yummy! And a happy, smiling clerk! Great start to the day! Thank you, Ambrosia Donuts!

These are the very best donuts I've ever had! They are soft and flaky. The dough never tastes like grease. I love that they fill them with cream or pudding or jelly to order. The service is always top notch! I highly recommend this place. You won't be disappointed. read more

Best sour cream Old Fashion donut I've ever had! We always go early to get them warm and fresh@ read more

A small, local donut shop that does not fall short of amaze! The owner(s) are so sweet and very welcoming. The donuts are probably the best I've had in town! I'm a purist when it comes to donuts and usually always fall back on the glazed ones and their glazed donuts are to die for! Tender and JUST sweet enough! Don't get my wrong, being born and raised here, I am partial to Krispy Kreme BUT as I grow older and my taste buds change, Krispy Kreme can be too sweet sometimes and that's where Ambrosia comes in! They don't have any filled donuts in their case, but they do fill to order! So just let them know you want a filled one and they will fill them for you! They also have cinnamon ones, cereal topped ones, and cookie topped ones amongst others. They have a few tables for those that want to scarf them down there and grab another to go. They also have a fairly large drink fridge with milk, juices, and sodas. Unfortunately, the close at 1:00pm so get up and get out there! read more

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Great place for donuts! They have delish cronuts, which are hard to find. They also take apple pay.

Best donuts in the metro! Staff is always so friendly and nice to talk to. My daughters love their maple bacon long johns!

Sweet staff. Yummy donuts. Formerly Chu Chu donuts!! Make sure to stop by and see them

Best donuts I've ever had. The glazed donut holes are amazing. Get there early though because things get picked over fast.

They are the best donuts all around the best I've had anywhere in Iowa Maple Bacon Long Johns

Omg they have Kolaches! If you never had a kolache, it's a German sausage wrapped with cheese (sometimes jalapeños) inside a bun. I haven't had a legit kolache since I moved to iowa from Texas! If they ask you to heat it up, say yes! Sooooo yummy! I went in for a donut , left with the kolache! So unfortunately can't rate the donuts but they looked good! read more

Originally called "ChuChu Donuts", this establishment was renamed to Ambrosia after ownership changes. The name is fitting, after all ambrosia was the legendary food of the Greek pantheon offering them long or everylasting life. Highly recommend hitting this store up early around 6 am for hot and fresh donuts. They're big, fluffy, and oh-so succulent. Unlike most donuts anyone has ever had before. They have a richness and bite which puts Krispy Kreme to relative shame. Another bonus is all filled donuts (except honeymooners) are filled with your selection of cream or jam at time of order. My personal favorites here include the (large) apple fritters, raspberry-filled sugar-coated bismarcks, and the old-fashioneds. read more

Small shop locally owed I think. Very nice service Cronuts are absolutely the best!!!!!

This is now our "go to" donut store (since the recent, sad closing of Donut King.) It's well worth the drive to Ankeny. You'll find fresh, fluffy donuts of all sorts. The store has a cute logo and is clean inside and out. Having been there three times now, we've sampled most of their wares. I thought the maple long johns with bacon would be great, but I was perhaps overestimating the power of bacon. All other donuts and rolls I've had there have been fantastic. I love that you can choose your filling for any long johns! I guess in some places that then makes them not a long john if they're filled. They have a selection of coffee drinks, a cooler of cold drinks, a nice area for enjoying your buy if you can't wait to get it to your house. We've always thought the staff was very attentive, very friendly and very fast. Why head to the Dunkin Donuts 3 minutes away? Take the extra drive to Ankeny and try this softest donuts around! read more

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