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    Carol Lee Donuts

    4.8 (240 reviews)
    InexpensiveBakeries, Donuts
    Closed 6:30 am - 1:00 pm

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    June T.

    Are you an early bird and you love that fresh donut in the morning? They open at 6:30am EVERYDAY! Customer service was top notch... even at 6:30am We have heard nothing but good things about this place so I decided to try it out. Did it fill the hype? It sure did and surely bypassed it by far! I ordered a variety of random donuts which were all DELICIOUS but the ones that stood out were the white coconut, glazed and the FRESH Apple filled. By far the best in the business compared to all the famous competitors.

    Zack S.

    Easy the best traditional donuts I've had in a long time. Great spot and love the nostalgic vibe. It's simple. The staff was wicked nice as well!

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    Manish C.

    A high level of intrigue based upon virtually perfect Google and Yelp reviews led me to Carol Lee Donuts. It's located in a small former gas station a few minutes off the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. A regular flow of customers in the morning were evidence of a loyal following among locals. A half dozen donuts came out to $7.50. We went with a toasted coconut, Bavarian cream, maple frosted, and a couple chocolate glazed donuts. Both the toasted coconut and chocolate glazed (3.5/5) were a bit too sweet for my tastes. I would have liked more of a crunch for both, and the toasted coconut was on a glazed donut, which I think worked against the flavor (some may like the super sweet glazed taste overpowering the coconut). My travel companion that had the maple frosted and Bavarian cream (5/5) really loved those varieties. Service was quick and friendly. While I wouldn't drive out of my way to try Carol Lee Donuts again and I feel some of the other reviews I read mentioning that they're the best donuts on the East Coast are exaggerated, it's definitely a place I'd recommend over Dunkin' for those in the Virginia Tech/Blacksburg area.

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    Eun L.

    Discovered this place last year while in the area. Was back in Radford and made a point to stop by on the way home to Northern VA. The donuts are so good. The texture is similar to our favorite donut place in NYC...now that's high praise. It's a yeast donut so has a nice fluffy texture, but also enough heft to it so it doesn't feel like you're biting into a bunch of air. They have a lot of variety...the standard flavors you'd expect at a donut shop. The appearance of the shop is nothing fancy. It's a walk-in, and you order at the counter. No seating. But at a no frills place like this, you know they are focusing on what's important: the taste of the donuts/food. The young man at the register was very friendly and courteous. We purchased a dozen to take home. They are all so tasty. I ate the cinnamon sugar, toasted coconut, and the apple filled donut. They were pillowy soft and had just the right amount of sweetness. Even the apple filled donut wasn't saccharin too sweet for a filled donut. The donuts stayed soft the next day as well. They've really got the donut thing down! I'm sure we will stop by whenever in the vicinity.

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    Erica Y.

    Throughout my four years at Virginia Tech, I tried Carol Lee Donuts at so many residence hall events, club meetings on campus, and in classes where my professors felt extra generous. My favorite flavors from them are the blueberry, strawberry icing, as well as the double chocolate ones. Although Dunkin Donuts is right on campus, nothing compares to the fresh baked goodness from Carol Lee's. Please try this place when you get the chance!

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    Lyn L.

    THIS.IS.THE.BEST. I thought I had found the best donuts in our area but driving to Blacksburg, I discovered one of the best donuts on the east coast. This small stand alone shop is just down the street from the university across from some apartments. Their Social distancing setup was perfect. They had lots of staff taking orders. It was a smooth pickup process. The donuts..... they were excellent yeast and cake options. The yeast were light yet they had substance. I loved the soft and fresh tasting bites of these addicting cakes!

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    Charlotte B.

    We were in Blacksburg for a family wedding, so of course we had to try the local fare. Donuts run in our blood. I cannot tell you how delicious these donuts were. Made spending $40 on donuts absolutely worthwhile! We tried every single flavor and they were all outstanding. Light, fluffy, fillings on pointe! Smooth jelly in the jelly donut - lemon, apple(like apple pie and not smooth but damn good), and two kinds of raspberry - black and red. Seriously you can't go wrong with either. Boston cream, yum! I'm mean I can go on and on. Don't just take it from me head over early Saturday morning and get yourself some donuts, then come back and thank me

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    They are all they're cracked up to be. Sweet, but not overly, tasty and delicious, yes, both. Can't wait to bring them to a gathering.

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    This local donut shop is fantastic. The service is friendly and fast, and their donuts are the best in town.

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    2 years ago

    100% agree. My only complaint is when they run out of toasted coconut. Guess I should get up earlier. Ha! Ha!

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    The donuts were pretty good. The place was a little small and a little dirty, but the lady was nice.

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    What a great donut shop! We got a sampler box of everything and all donuts were delicious!!!

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    1 year ago

    Best Donuts in Virginia. Nothing compares to Carol Lee, or comes anywhere near to being as good

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    They need a location in Christiansburg. These are great donuts. Hard to beat their recipe.

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    2 years ago

    $1.75 coffee? In this economy? Count me in! Super nice workers also, impeccable vibe .

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    2 years ago

    Best donuts I've ever eaten anywhere. Maple Iced and devil's food glazed are my favorites.

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