I took a bite of each one in the car before leaving the parking lot because they looked wayyy too good. Every single donut was delicious. Special shoutout to the blueberry, cinnamon roll and apple fritter. They clearly put love into the donuts themselves, the shop isn't fancy but they know donuts. Each one was soft and fluffy. The fritter was warm and crispy all around. I'll be back for sure. read more

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The apple fritter was the first donut I had from here. Typically, I don't buy donuts, but a co-worker surprised me with an apple fritter. I had never had one before, and I was happy for theirs to be my first. The size is large enough to be shared by two. I do love the crullers and the chocolate cake donuts. I see those as being on opposite sides of the donut spectrum. The crueler was so delicate and airy. Both the crueler and chocolate cate donut were moist. The chocolate glazed custard filled is another I but. I think this bakery creates the best donut texture I've ever had. The glaze on top is not too heavy; it's delicate and just the right amount of added sweetness. read more

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Customer service wasn't great and the store doesn't look very well maintained. I got the apple fritter, cinnamon roll and donut holes. The cinnamon roll was dry and had no flavor, the apple fritter was passable but I've had better. If I would come back it would only be for the donut holes, those were pretty good. read more

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I'm so glad I decided to get my donuts here. I like supporting small businesses but this one exceeded my expectations. I was picking up donuts for a church Christmas brunch for mostly women but a few children were coming. The selection of donuts was amazing and actually very pretty lined up in their glass showcase. I wanted something the kids would enjoy and that's the first food item they spotted on the serving table of many selections. I will definitely go back anytime I need, or crave, a donut. read more

I prefer Long Johns to regular donuts. BD used to have Chocolate Bars which I used to purchase frequently. Today I stopped in at 10:20am and they were out of chocolate bars. This is the 6th time in a row that I have driven here only to find that they don't have any Chocolate Bars. They are open until 5pm yet they are out of these bars by 10am each time I stop in. That leaves 7 hours that they are open but without a full selection. I feel that it isn't worth my time or trouble to go here anymore. I need to find somewhere else to get donuts. read more

A no frills donut shop - come in and grab your delicious yeasty donut and head out to splendid donut bliss. We got the original glaze, which like I mentioned is yeasty goodness. Think Krispy Kreme but softer and fluffier. We also grabbed an apple fritter, which they are known for. I can tell you, I completely understand why they are known for it. Come for the original glazed and stay for the fritter. Amazingly priced - I got 3 donuts and a fritter for $7. A perfect place to enjoy National Donut Day on June 6th. read more

Bakers Dozen Donuts 2 - Donuts Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Great donut shop, just a heads up the store is closed until July 30, 2026. Can't wait till they open up again, not sure about the other location. read more

Stopped by while visiting another store in this plaza. Very friendly lady helped us. The selection was pretty limited, however, we did visit at about 1 pm, so maybe the morning rush grabbed them all? We got a lemon filled which was good, the others were quite dry and lacked flavor overall. The buttermilk was very dense, the chocolate sprinkled tasted a bit stale and the glazed was also pretty meh. Again, maybe a better experience would be first thing when the open. Parking in this plaza is a mess. Literal mess. But, if you live here, you know that already! read more

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A client brought these donuts to my workplace and they were absolutely delicious. I felt like something took over me as I indulged in not one but two scrumptious, delectable fluffy, moist, perfectly sweet and fresh donuts!! When I get off work, I think I'll be picking a box up!! read more

I like the Raleigh/Cary location so I decided why not try this one out since I happen to be in the area. When I got in there's no one there except for the two ladies working there. One went back and the other one served us as if she was reluctant to do it. I got a bakers dozen of different doughnuts from both sides the crew that I'll be feeding likes all sorts of treats. I paid and even put in a tip. I probably didn't even have to tip. Got home and I discovered that only 12 was given instead of 13 as it's supposed to be for a bakers dozen so that was a bit disappointing. At least the doughnuts were delicious, light, and fluffy. I got the twist, crueler, chocolate dipped, custard filled dipped chocolate, and a Weird looking one. Well, at least I tried but if I ever need doughnuts, I'll go back to my location, BD1 instead of 2. I like the lady there better. read more

While in the area and craving donuts, I found Baker's Dozen Donuts 2 on the map. I have been to Baker's Dozen Donuts before so I was excited to see that they opened a second location! The first time I went to the Cary location it was packed with customers. This location only had one customer in front of me. Thankfully that meant I had choice in any of the donuts. They offer numerous sizes and flavors, all well stocked. Plus they are reasonably priced. I chose a strawberry sprinkle, old fashioned, and lemon filled donut. They were all amazing. Perfect texture, temperature, and balance of flavor and sweetness. These donuts were exactly what I was craving. Excellent experience here and I recommend this donut shop to others! read more

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I like their donuts but they have such poor customer service. You would have thought that I asked for her to carry my donuts to the car! I purchased a dozen and a half and had 3 medium boxes. She had the worst attitude and sneer on her face when I asked for a bag! I have been here 2 times and she never looks pleasant. I will never go back to receive such poor treatment! Plus, they never have enough inventory to bother going anyway! The one in Durham is great! This one sucks! read more

Delicious donuts, eclairs, and the wonderful apple fritters- don't miss this gem of a shop on Capital Blvd!!

Baker's Dozen Donuts in Raleigh deserves a solid 5 stars! The maple frosted donut is my absolute favorite - it's soft, flavorful, and surprisingly still delicious the next day. My second favorite is the glazed donut which is not too sweet, and has a hint of vanilla flavor to it which I found interesting. The prices are reasonable as well, making this place a true gem. Will definitely visit again once I find myself back in Raleigh. read more

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My coworker recommended this donut shop a while back but I haven't had an opportunity to try it until now. The business was located in a shared lot with multiple other businesses. There is plenty of parking in front of the business. The shop was clean and had colorful decor inside. The bakery offered donuts, other pastries and drinks. We decided to get a half dozen donuts that has a fixed price. But if you get any of the specialty donuts then you have to pay an up charge for each specialty donut. The clerk was friendly and patient while we decided what to get from the variety of donut options that were available. I tasted the chocolate with custard filling and the glazed donuts. They were really good! They were soft and melted in my mouth. I tasted one of the donuts the next day and it was still soft. The bakery definitely used fresh ingredients. These donuts are way better than Dunkin' Donuts and Krispy Kreme. I will be back! read more

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Horrible customer service. The staff was very disrespectful, which is unfortunate because the donuts are decent enough.

My favorites are the glazed raise or actually any "raise" donuts from here. It's dense and don't give you that empty bite full of sugar like some franchise donut places. Their hours are currently Monday-Sunday 6am-5pm. The plaza sign outside reads just "donuts," but it's beside the USPS. read more

What a hidden gem this donut shop is! I went there one morning after I first moved to the area and didn't even have food in my house yet after my move. Didn't want to go to McDonald's, and although donuts aren't any healthier, they were more appealing to me that day- Truly was just trying to get something in my system so I could finish unpacking at my house and was NOT expecting the donuts to be heavenly- but they were! The glazed twist was built different! You gotta try this place. read more

This shop was walking distance from my hotel, the donuts were fresh and pillowy soft and simply delicious. I would definitely return if I am in the area again. read more

All I have to say is that these donuts are amazing and they melt in your mouth when you eat them. I had a donut left over the next day and it tasted just as good as the first day that I bought them. I will put them on the top of my list for donut places to go. You would definitely have to try them to see the amazingness that I've experienced eating them. And it's not too pricey. Definitely definitely definitely will be back. read more

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Fantastic donuts, but the apple fritter is an absolute must have. Best I've ever had, hands down!

This little place is so tucked away you wouldn't notice it but the pastries here were oh so good. I just was in a mood for something sweet - and after discovering a few other bakeries were closed - found this one on Yelp and thought - why Not! In truth I passed it twice in the center before finding it. When I came in I was impressed with how setup they were for social distancing but when I got home and opened the box and sampled everything - I became a true fan. read more

Yelpers, you absolutely HAVE to try donuts from this gem. They're big in size, the dough is the lightest - not a lot of sugar piled on top like another well known donut shop :) also full of flavorful varieties. Oh, and don't be deceived by the hours; get there early to be sure to snag your favorite's! Good eats... read more

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When you are in a funk and want something sweet and delicious the cinnamon roll donut is everything! It's flakey and sweet! I am so happy they were open today! read more

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Absolutely fantastic old school donuts! Always fresh and fluffy. Grab your coat and head over now to see what you've been missing.

super yummy and quite cheap donuts!!!!!!! will definitely return if I am ever in this part of town again!

Stopped by Bakers Dozen on my way through Raleigh after attending a concert in Greensboro the night before. The location offered up a variety of flavors, including several cake doughnuts (my favorite). The staff was quick and friendly and we found ourselves in and out within few minute even with several other customers there. read more

Donuts lack flavor, very disappointing. The apple fritters are good though, I recommend those

Raleigh's BEST doughnuts! Homemade, FRESH, light and fluffy just how you want a doughnut to be. Get the holes, stuff em in two at a time and by the time you get home the whole bag is gone. They really make me happy :-) read more

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I went this morning and the doughnuts were fresh and smelled delicious! I always get doughnut holes which are always mouthwatering! Today I also tried the cinnamon sugar raised doughnut and it was unexplainable! read more

Bakers Dozen Donuts 2 - Donuts Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

My favorite Donut shop.Once you start eating you, can't stop. Wished they had Bear claws with Almond paste filling. Yummy read more

So I had another hanckering for donuts and decided to check out Bakers dozen. I tried 4 different donuts and i have to say ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL job! The shop is located in this quaint little plaza and it looks like a little donut house. The donuts are ridiculously moist...like at 3pm in the afternoon.... I'm shocked. Specifically, the chocolate cake donut tasted rich and chocolatey. Chocolate cake is my favorite and these guys perfected it, great job!! read more

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The donuts are good. The customer service is bad every time ive gone in there. The prices are too high. They variety is minimal. The ambiance is depressing. Feels like they are just about to move out. read more

Very good donuts and you get what you pay for. We stuck to the basics (they don't mind if you don't get the fancy, complicated ones.). I'm not sure if I can say this but they are an upscale version of Daylight Donuts, which is fabulous. (If I can't mention another company please delete this part. It's kind of a reference point for local donut lovers.). The cost was a little high for us, but we enjoyed every single bite. I just wish they would have lasted longer! read more

OMG....do you know how difficult it is to find a regular donut shop in this area??? In California, they're a dime a dozen. Everything here tries to be super fancy and overpriced, when all we want is a normal donut. So glad we found this place and we will definitely be back. Oh, and don't forget to grab a bag of donut holes. read more

Located in same strip mall as First Watch sits this unassuming little donut shop. Was showing my granddaughter the pictures of donuts in the window. So of course we had to go in and check it out. Giving a 3 year old her choice of any donut among the plethora of options may be a conundrum but for her, she picked out the sparkly sprinkled donut in a NY minute. I took a bit longer, as I don't usually indulge in such sugary sweets. Ended up with a chocolate covered donut that we happily consumed a bit later. Much to my surprise, the total was under $2.00! Holy cannoli! Um, no, didn't see any of those here, but bear claws and apple fritters for sure! Hubby came by a few min later and picked up a bear claw, or so he thought. Turned out to be an apple fritter but he managed to devour it anyhow. Cheaper by the dozen, hard to resist! read more

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Well now I know why people have been raving about the one in Cary, now that we have a brand new one in North Raleigh on Capital Blvd in the shopping strip that has First Watch. Everything's shiny new, sparkling clean and the smell when you walk in...mmmmmm! Friendly Gal waited patiently while I made the hard decisions about which ones to surprise Husband with. Apple Fritter, Raised Sugar, Bavarian Creme and Chocolate Peanut made it into a bag (all for just under $5). The bag even made it home intact. All were terrific! Neither of us have ever been particularly fond of Apple Fritters, but this must be a specialty as it was truly amazing! Old-fashioned donuts at their finest! read more

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The doughnuts are always so soft and thick, and great to eat! Caramel doughnuts are my favorite.

Everything is so fresh and delicious! Parking is sometimes hard to find because people love this place but the service is pretty quick. I have to drive ~45minutes to get to this place but it's worth the drive! PLEASE open a shop in Clayton (fingers crossed) read more

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Best donuts in Raleigh! The shop is always super clean and the donuts are always fresh! There's a huge assortment, and they are NEVER stale or hard, even if you go later in the day! The glazed donuts are my favorite. They're soft and light and fluffy with a super thin coating of glaze. That are subtly sweet compared to other donuts. These are so much better than all the rest that even if I go to Dunkin' Donuts to get coffee, I come here beforehand to pick up a few! read more

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