Desert Donuts

4.6 (505 reviews)

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Brooke K.

Solid donuts up in north phx! They are made fresh which is awesome - I love that they are soft and fresh yet crispy from the fryer. Service was great, booths inside are a nice touch! Would skip the ice cream pie tho. We'll be back for the donuts!

Brian B.

These are very, made to order donuts. They also have other options such as donut and cereal shakes and donut/ice cream pie. Fun spot, great for kids, they have a coloring wall!

Brad W.

Still a pretty good donut, but the special ones aren't worth $5 based on the dmsame size for each donut. The Buckeye with peanut butter and added pecans was hot and messy.

Mo M.

Stumbled upon this place during a day trip and couldn't be happier. The staff took their time explaining the menu, the atmosphere was cheerful and welcoming, and the Hummingbird Harry was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend!

Lisa G.

1. Creative - The donuts on their menu are already so creative and delicious you don't even NEEEEEED to give customizations a thought - unless you're like my husband and just love putting your own touch on everything you eat & they will accommodate your customizations. 2. Friendly - The employees are so enthusiastic to be there every time I've gone in. If they're not actually happy to be there, they're faking it well! They're awesome everytime! 3. Atmosphere - It has a local, warm, familiar charm to it that is very inviting! 5/5

Nathan W.

Very interesting and fun donut shop. With an eclectic feel and very friendly staff.. they make each cake donut by hand here with unique toppings and flavors. Came in here on a whim and was quite pleasantly surprised. I ordered half a dozen glazed donuts and they were excellent, soft, fluffy and sweet. I certainly look forward to coming back again.

HoyMay P.

The sweetest staff work here. They were very welcoming and friendly. So many choices with so many glazes, toppings, and drizzles! Go online to decide first or just visit them and staff will help you. I had a powered sugar with raspberry. My friend had a cake donut with sprinkles. There was a slight caramel glaze. I liked that they make it in front of you.

Zandri N.

Omg best donuts ever! My favourite is the marshmallow peanut butter donut. It's delicious.

Had R.

If you are heading along the I17 and need a sugar break, or need to bring a unique dessert dish to bring to your holiday parties..... look no further. Other donut shops have an endless train of donuts sitting around all morning on the shelf which get packaged into a box when you want them. Desert Donuts makes your donuts however you want with their 80+ flavors and made from batter to hand decorated within 3 minutes.

Nikki E.

The staff was very friendly and helped to explain the process, as it was our first time there. We got several donuts and a coffee. The donuts are a little smaller than you might expect but being fresh made and still warm elevates them to wonderful status. Great flavors and the coffee was very good as well. Definitely would recommend if you are in the area and want a little something sweet.

I have never seen anything like this place. It is such a neat spot. Donuts are beautiful. Like art. Staff is super nice. Will return (worth the 50 min drive!)

Alishia R.

I was having an event at work and decided to grab some donuts. There were two people working both were really nice and explained that the donuts were made to order and how the menu worked. I decided to order a dozen plus I got a free one for checking in. It was a little pricey but the price matched the product! They were like little sweet works of art!!! The space was colorful and reminded me of an old school ice cream shop. Every one was hesitant to eat them at first because they were so pretty but after the first one was eaten the rest was history all that was left were a few sprinkles!

Alexia O.

Owner is super sweet and down to earth as well as the employee I met while I was there. Not to mention the donuts and coffee are out of this world-- freshest donut I've ever had in my life. Their coffee is locally sourced and delicious and they have such a great sense of community within the store, definitely worth a visit!

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Allie V.

6 years ago

BRING BACK BUBBLE TEA!! no one likes ice cream!!! i'm lactose intolerant so i won't be going back.

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Michael G.

Allie, as the new owners we are sorry that you can’t enjoy delicious…

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Juan R.

137

7 years ago

I've lived in the area for about a year and have never noticed this spot. I decided to give it a shot and get a Thai Tea. As soon as I walked in the door, I was greeted by this nice man. Wonderful energy and attitude. I recommend this place to all my friends to give this place a shot. I will definitely be coming back. read more

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Mieke B.

7 years ago

Ever wanted to create your own donut flavor? You can do it here! Hundreds of combos all made with fresh hot donuts! A unique, not to be missed spot if you are headed north out of town. read more

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A C.

12 years ago

I want to eat here every day! PLEASE! Amazing cake donuts made fresh for you. Even if you think you don't like cake donuts, please try these. They don't have that artificial greasy mouth residue thing happening like Dunkin. We ate 6 donuts between 2 people. I had to try them all! My husband loved the maple bacon (big surprise, ha!) and I really enjoyed the chocolate glazed, s'mores and caramel coconut. You've got to get this place out :) ALSO, only $1.25 for a fresh donut. Can't be beat. read more

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Cathy C.

11 years ago

Crazy Good!!! This place is worth the drive. Be prepared as you can't just try one! All served hot and fresh, favorite is hard to say but the sweet & salty was amazing! read more

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Daniel H.

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11 years ago

Very good donuts! Very nice people every time I have stepped foot in this location. I have been a couple time and will continue to enjoy there donuts in the future. Thanks again desert donut staff! Especially today's! read more

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Miles C.

7 years ago

Amazing donuts great atmosphere great for kids new amenities coming such as gelato and boba highly recommended coming fresh as can be.

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Dean D.

426

9 years ago

Custom donuts is the way to go. Place is quick for what it is and having fresh donuts. I like the guys review that was wondering why they don't give away free donuts when they mess up, its probably because you didn't pay for it. I went to another similar place down in Nortera and I like this one more for whatever reason. read more

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Jodi A.

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8 years ago

Made fresh to order, delicious! It's like a mix between a Krispy cream and blue star but better! Our new stop on our way up north.

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Marty J.

258

8 years ago

Awesome Donuts people!! I ordered mine with Cinnamon Sugar, Maple topping with....wait for it........BACON. They warmed it up slightly and it was heaven. Holy crap what a combo. We drove from the outskirts of Surprise just to have one. Seriously, the only reason we went. 30 mile round trip. I would have done it if gas was $5 a gallon. CRAZY read more

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Catalina R.

7 years ago

Great customer service! Donuts are fresh and amazing! You get to customize the type of donut you like or choose from there best sellers!! read more

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Dee Z.

125

7 years ago

Ordered 2 dozen from here and I was 100% satisfied. The delightful taste and the satisfaction on my tastebuds was to die for. The donuts were moist and not dry like most places. Highly recommend. read more

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Jessica E.

6 years ago

We absolutely love desert donuts! We have been going for many years now. They have a variety of custom donuts, the kids look forward to going there and absolutely love trying different ones! If you haven't tried desert donuts. We highly recommend! read more

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Corey L.

10 years ago

Desert Donuts never disappoints. Friendly staff. They are delicious, fresh, made-to-order donuts. AMAZING!! read more

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Jessica C.

6 years ago

Delicious, fresh baked donuts! I have tried several flavors now and they are all great. I don't think you can go wrong at this local donut shop. read more

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Michael G.

Thank you Jessica!! We don’t think you can go wrong either.

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Justin C.

6 years ago

5 stars is for the quality of their product. This is not your everyday donut shop they fry the donuts right in front of you hand top them and if you've never had a Bacon Blast donut you're missing out. Understand the price point is higher because these are much more on the gourmet side! New owners have added some great desserts to fit the bill and are there running their business hands on meeting customers and taking care of things the way it should be without skipping a beat on the product they are putting out! Solid job thank you! read more

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Sam W.

13 years ago

What a great locally-owned mom-and-pop style shop. I love it! I have been here twice now - once with my better half because she wanted to try it, and once to bring a couple dozen in to work. True, they take a little longer to bring a couple duzzo to the office, but just call in your order ahead of time... they had it finishing up and waiting for me within ten minutes! Donuts are airy and flavorful. They may be a tad on the greasy side, but let's face it, folks: you aren't eating donuts to be a health nazi. These may feel a tad greasier because of how fresh and soft they are, but if you wait a few minutes before gorging these tasty morsels into your mouth, you would realize they aren't bad at all. The toppings were great. Almond Joy, Caramel Apple, Maple Bacon, Pink with Sprinkles (a la Homer Simpson,) are just a few of the delicious bites I got from there. The best one however is the Peanut Butter Cup. Great staff, great concept, great owners - try it now!!! read more

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Mariella C.

8 years ago

OMG! Their donuts are so yummy! Made as you order and you never have to wait long! Their donuts melt in your mouth! Best donuts I have had in a very long time. read more

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Benjamin L.

7 years ago

Amazing donuts! Super friendly owners! Nice place- will definitely stop back when we're in the area!!

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Gabriel G.

10 years ago

This shop always has a pleasant environment. The owners are friendly and will have you leaving happy. They take pride in what they do and it shows through the taste of their donuts. Recommended to the fullest extent. read more

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Camille B.

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7 years ago

We stopped by another spot to get dinner and my boyfriend wanted to get a donut after dinner. This place is awesome. They custom make the donut you order so you're not stuck with whatever's available still like traditional donut shops. It's also still warm when it comes out so you can tell it's fresh. There's a ton of gourmet donuts to choose from or you can custom build your own. They had s'mores, apple pie, raspberry, Boston crème, snickers, and so much more as options! I got the raspberry one and the filling was divine. Way better that what's in usual filled donuts. My boyfriend got the apple pie and he loved it. We got to talking to the owner and he was very friendly. And very passionate about his shop. He talked to us about the precision it takes to make a good donut and clearly is very proud of his shop. And he should be. He was polite, friendly, and very kind. He told us about the most popular donut (it's maple frosted with bits of bacon) and even made one complimentary for us to try. I couldn't (vegetarian) but my boyfriend was very impressed. If we lived close by, I'm sure we'd come here often (and weigh a ton more!). To be honest, I don't even really like donuts. But I liked this donut very much. Great concept. Well executed. Would a absolutely come again. read more

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Kristin M.

6 years ago

Stopped by last time I was driving through Phoenix. Some of the best donuts I've had! Definitely worth swinging by!

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Kortnee G.

6 years ago

A great treat for the kids and a quick pick up for the office or school. Love that they are hot and fresh also offer other yummy treats and coffee. read more

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Sarah R.

232

6 years ago

This place was ok ..... just ok! Nothing to rave about and definetly not work the price in any shape of the imagination! We will stick with other places that are more fair pricing and worth it! read more

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Tiny H.

8 years ago

Love this place! They have theeee best baconmaple donuts in the entire world!!!! I also love they're breakfast bowls. Local and very nice family that own this business. They are always there and always friendly! read more

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Ty Z.

6 years ago

Amazing doughnuts YUM YUM. Doughnut are always warm and delicious. Great Ice Cream too!

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Sarah H.

9 years ago

The best donuts around because they make them when you order them! Warm and fresh! We love supporting this small, family owned shop!

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Stacey K.

8 years ago

Great donuts. Always have a big selection. Always fresh. The staff is friendly. The big birthday donut is amazing. Never had a pre-order wrong. Definite do for great donuts read more

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Nick H.

7 years ago

Since the ownership change this place is trash. The donuts are more expensive, smaller, and don't taste nearly as good. Additionally, the staff acts as if they are doing you a favor when you order. Do not waste your time or money here. read more

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Lawrence B.

9 years ago

We were road-trippin to Sedona and decided to make a quick pit stop for the essentials (donuts, of course). Wow, the atmosphere was such a pleasant surprise. Chris kindly greeted us, gave us the lowdown about the freshly made donuts with unlimited toppings, and provided a top-notch donut experience. Warm chocolate fruity pebble/coconut donut= OUT OF THIS WORLD. We will be stopping here on the way back too. read more

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Malu R.

9 years ago

Ive been here multiple times and customer service has always been mediocre. Donuts are warm & fresh with good flavor, but it is a long wait. I also had to remind the cashier that I ordered an affogato, it would of been nice to recieve with my donut. The talking amongst the employees is about personal information, singing off tune and loud, I suggest to play music in the background. It will help with the ambiance & mood. read more

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S H.

8 years ago

I met the desert donuts folks when they were still building the restaurant and getting supplies at home Depot. They told me their concept, and it sounded interesting. I went, and was very happy with my purchase and experience. I've since brought my two kids. They love it as well. My eldest is rather conservative and orders a maple glazed with rainbow sprinkles. My youngest orders what the staff refers to as the "abomination" it is a donut with approximately 8 to ten different toppings, glazes and icings. They are consistently patient, and they absolutely loves the staff. As for me I stick to my maple bacon with maple hot sauce. Yum!!!! Thanks folks! Keep it up! read more

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Roy M.

8 years ago

This place was awesome! Terrific menu! Piping hot and fresh right out of the kitchen. Delicious taste. Wonderful Kona coffee to wash it down with. Staff very friendly and helpful. read more

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kate a.

4 years ago

amazing service EVERY time i come in and their donuts are to DIE for. this place and sweethearts in anthem are my two favorites but desert donuts is #1! read more

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Michael G.

Thank you Kate!! We make them with love…

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Sue M.

107

9 years ago

Cute place. Good donut really. My favorite was the classic. The pumpkin spice was really good too. Some of them were too sweet for my taste.

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Adriana P.

7 years ago

Finally had a chance to stop by and the donuts we had were amazing. Definitely a place to come back to.

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Alex B.

7 years ago

I haven't been to Desert Donuts in awhile and decided to go today for National Donut Day. While customer service was great, they must have changed their donut recipe because they did not taste like they used to, and were not good. Plus the free donut they advertised today was actually a coupon for a free donut, so that was also disappointing. I'm sad they've changed because they were so good and unfortunate I won't be going back. read more

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johanna w.

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6 years ago

Amazing service and donuts. We are from out of town and wanted to support local. This was best breakfast we've had since we've been here. Don't pass this place up!!! read more

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Michael S.

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9 years ago

Fantastic customer service is key to a successful business. The management at Desert Donuts understands this and employs fantastic individuals. I am always welcomed like family every time I visit. The donuts are fresh and are piping hot. I'll be back again soon. read more

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Kimball M.

10 years ago

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet. They are so cool! They'll make your donut in front of you, everything is warm, soft and fresh! My kids love this place and are always pestering me or their grandpa to take them to the donut shop. Also, Desert Donuts is a locally owned passion project, with the owner family doing a great job of it to boot! Love this place! read more

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3134 W Carefree Hwy
Ste A-10
Phoenix, AZ 85086
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Hours

What time does Desert Donuts open?

Desert Donuts opens at 6:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Desert Donuts close?

Desert Donuts is closed on Monday.Desert Donuts closes at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Sun 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Desert Donuts take Bitcoin?

No, Desert Donuts does not take Bitcoin.

Does Desert Donuts take credit cards?

Yes, Desert Donuts takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Desert Donuts have catering options?

Yes, Desert Donuts does have catering options.

Does Desert Donuts have a drive thru?

No, Desert Donuts does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does Desert Donuts allow dogs?

Yes, Desert Donuts allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Desert Donuts have bike parking?

Yes, Desert Donuts has bike parking.

Does Desert Donuts have outdoor seating?

Yes, Desert Donuts has outdoor seating options.

Does Desert Donuts have parking?

Yes, Desert Donuts has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Desert Donuts wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Desert Donuts is wheelchair accessible.

Does Desert Donuts have free WiFi?

Yes, Desert Donuts has free WiFi.

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Specialties

We specialize in cooked to order donuts fast and fresh! We have been voted top 100 best donuts in the country on Yelp, best cake donut in AZ and CO. Many enjoy watching their donut being made right in front of them. We truly offer a unique donut experience that you cannot receive anywhere in Arizona. We are not a donut shop that runs out of donuts as we do not make your donut until you order it. We also have amazing donut ice cream pies, donut cereal shakes, donut coffee shakes, donut floats, donut sundaes, and donut meals!! We are also confident that you will love our locally roasted coffee, whether it be a Latte, Mocha, or Macchiato.

History

Established in 2013.

Desert Donuts is a veteran owned dessert franchise. New ownership happened Feb 2023, so keep that in mind with the reviews here. Desert Donuts currently has 3 locations (1 in Arizona and 2 in Colorado). Check us out at desertdonuts.com to learn how we are more than just donuts.

Meet the Manager: Michael G.

Hello, my name is Michael. I am an Arizona native born in Flagstaff and raised in the Phoenix/Glendale area. I graduated from a local high school and local college here in AZ. I then served 4 years in the US Navy during the Persian Gulf War. I have over 26 years of experience in business ownership and management. I was inspired by my amazing daughter to purchase a donut shop. And as it turns out, I chose the most amazing donut shop or did it choose me? My daughter and I decided to answer the many requests to bring Desert Donuts to other cities and other states. Our goal is to bring a little Arizona sunshine and happy to all the states.

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Visited for the second time and still had a great experience. Had fish cones with soft serve…read more Delicious and fresh tasting.

Came near closing. Price a bit pricey for reg ice cream. Staff English is a bit lacking…read more I'm not really a sweet tooth but I'd go crazy for house made ice cream. These Asian flavors taste a bit artificial and I'm not a fan of that. In all, I don't feel it's special or anything crazy for ice cream with toppings.

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Milk based soft serve

Novel Ice Cream

4.9(1.3k reviews)

23.9 mi

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Delicious ice cream...what's not to like?! This could possibly be my shortest yelp review :)…read more I plan to go to the Mesa location so I'll review that one too, and post some actual ice cream photos.

It is so good but so sweet -- be ready for a diabetic coma after eating the donut with ice cream…read more I should have got a fruit flavor or something for the ice cream, instead I got the monster flavor that is blue and has oreos in it -- it was really good but just too much. Novel is located in a cute little courtyard with some other businesses. The ordering is done at a little window. The people working there seemed like they didn't care -- but they were kids working at a job where the ice cream probably dyes your hands blue and the donut smell probably makes you gag after a while -- so I get it! It is a fun concept and I love this cute little area of downtown PHX. I would come back and try a different combo -- but only when I am so hungry (not after dinner, LOL)

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The Scookie Bar

4.7(57 reviews)

23.9 mi

Absolutely delicious! I was excited to see that they had gluten free chocolate chip. The girl was…read moreso friendly and helpful. Would absolutely return!!

The person working was really sweet and helpful!…read more We opted for a chocolate cookie with chocolate ice cream. The cookie was FRESH out of the oven and piping hot which paired perfectly with the cold ice cream. The cookie had good structure, almost reminded me a bit of a pie crust. I would have it again! Note: I did share this with another person but don't think I could have a full scookie on my own (not due to size but due to amount of sugar / chocolateyness)

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The Sicilian Baker

4.3(282 reviews)

14.7 mi

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Some cravings simply refuse to be ignored... and mine was a cannoli. Thankfully, The Sicilian…read moreBaker never disappoints! We've worked our way through what feels like almost the entire dessert case over the years, and I can honestly say I've yet to find something I didn't love. Every pastry is beautifully crafted, incredibly fresh, and tastes like it was made with so much care. This visit was all about the cannoli, and let me just say... craving officially satisfied! The shell had that perfect crisp snap, while the filling was silky, rich, and just the right amount of sweet. It was everything I had been dreaming about and then some. Walking into The Sicilian Baker always feels like stepping into a little slice of Italy. Between the gorgeous display of desserts and the irresistible aroma of fresh pastries, it's nearly impossible to leave with just one treat (don't say I didn't warn you! ). Whether you're stopping in for a post-dinner dessert, celebrating something special, or simply giving in to a sweet tooth like I did, this place is absolutely worth the visit. Every dessert we've tried has been phenomenal, and this cannoli was another delicious reminder of why we keep coming back. Sweet craving? Check. Happiness? Double check.

The Sicilian Butcher is one of my favorite restaurants in town. So, my recommendation is that you…read moremake it a one-two punch. Have a meal at The Sicilian Butcher and then follow that up with dessert at The Sicilian Baker. There are several locations in town, with this one being in North Phoenix. On my most recent visit, I stopped by on a Thursday. Parking tends to be busy in their complimentary lot, but you'll find a spot. Ambiance (4/5): The Sicilian Baker is connected to The Sicilian Butcher. It's a small bakery, with only a few seats. More of a grab-and-go type of spot or the source of your dessert if you're dining at the restaurant. While small, the decor and ambiance is nice. Service (3/5): A little bit of bad luck, but on my most recent visit, they were having trouble with their refrigeration so no gelato was available. While interacting with the staff, it was an average experience. I will say that the service was much better in the restaurant. Drinks (N/A): I only got dessert, but they do have coffee and a few other beverages available. Food (4/5): The Sicilian Baker is known for its cannolis, tiramisu, gelato, and lobster claws (dessert, not real lobster haha). On my most recent visit, I had a cannoli. They have your classic cannoli but also a nice variety of other fillings including pistachio, Reese's, and more. A+ for creativity, though I decided to stick with the classic. Solid. In fact, all of the desserts I've had here over the years have been quite good.

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Outside

Banham’s Cheesecake

4.9(410 reviews)

21.9 mi•Biltmore Area

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The staff instantly greeted us with free samples to try out multiple flavors which was really nice,…read moreespecially being in the hot arizona heat all day. My order consisted of trying out the Tiramisu slice, Cookie Butter, and Strawberry Crunch cheesecake. I'd rate Strawberry first, Cookie Butter second, and Tiramisu third. Personally the Strawberry was my preferred slice because of how light and airy each bite was while having a nice crunch on the Strawberry crust on top. Great spot for a cheesecake slice!

When I was looking at Phoenix, the spot kept popping up so I had to try it. I tried to tiramisu and…read moreit was very good. I wish I could've tried more flavors, but I couldn't take him with me on the flight. The service is very friendly. They talked about all of their flavors and provide a recommendations, but I was craving tiramisu. They have water and coffee and protein shakes or milk if you need something with your cheesecake The inside was wonderfully air condition and there's some seeds. If you wanna eat it in the store. It looks like a lot of people bought it to go though. If I was to come back, I would want to try the cheesecake and I recommend that you try it too!

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Pie Snob

4.4(291 reviews)

22.5 mi

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Life's too short to have bad pie that's what the sign on the wall says! And it's true I've had…read moreplenty of decent pie I thought but this place is a revelation. Each bite is perfect not too sweet, crust is flakey. A perfect harmony of spices! We got the Apple, Key Lime and Banana and I was kicking myself for not buying more. (Banana was my favorite) Bring your pie hole here asap

I really wanted to give this place a 5. Lynn was really sweet and patient with answering all of my…read morequestions! Very quaint storefront, with ample parking in the lot. I do appreciate the variety of offerings, but was surprised to see a pumpkin cheesecake available but not pumpkin pie! I got a Franken-pie and was disappointed that the apple pie was one of the worst slices out of the bunch, right along with the blueberry pina colada. The texture and flavors of both slices just weren't great. The buttercream was delicious though! I'd come back to give them another chance, if not for the service alone!

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La Grande Orange

4.1(1.3k reviews)

21.9 mi

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Haven't been here in a minute, and haven't reviewed LGO on Yelp before. If you haven't been, it's a…read morelocal gem. Lots a boutique finds in their storefront. Both fun grocery picks, gift ideas, and children's toys to peruse. Their food is pretty good for a quick lunch on the go! I came here with friends just for a casual pickup and catchup. I ordered the seasonal Berry Cheesecake Latte. Instant hit!! I was a bit shocked by opting for oat milk was $1.50...but disregarding that bit, the latte was a cozy summer drink. As soon as I ordered it and put my card away, I turned around and my drink was ready!

taking LGO down a couple stars for some QC issues. i still think they have one of the best kitchens…read morein the state, but some of the things recently, in the past 6 months include; -a long black hair baked into one of the cookies i bought (and bit into - ewwwwww!!!) -a hair in the chicken salad (the round to-go ones in the cold salad case) -more than once not adding bacon to my Commuter sandwich when i asked for it/paid for it. -they do not have a proper return system; so when i asked for money back or money off a future purchase per the above missteps, it's always a crucible and the floor manager always seems flustered. really? you're a super high-volume restaurant, things will go wrong every now and then. take care of your customers and they will take care of you. just attention to detail issues and training. would love to see them clean this up, because it's definitely one of the best spots in Phoenix/Arcadia.

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The Yard Milkshake Bar

3.7(357 reviews)

24.5 mi

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Cool hangout and ice cream presentation. They have a jar washing sink to wash your jars to take…read morehome. Service was quick. Unfortunately, restrooms are not available

It is blue bell ice cream. It was fine just not ice cream you would think would be at a milkshake…read morebar. The cookie dough was the highlight for me. They had a great selection of cookie dough to mix with ice cream or have alone. Great location. Staff was helpful. In short actual ice cream I can get at the grocery store cookie dough was great.

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A work of art. A peanut butter brownie fudge shake. Holy moly.

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Happy Buns - Your Local Asian Bakery

4.8(5 reviews)

14.2 mi

This is a bakery that also shows up to various events around Phoenix such as night markets,…read morecultural events, and food festivals. They tend to sell out when at these events so either get to the events early or make pre-orders. They sell Japanese cheesecake and butter moochi. We tried out their matcha butter mochi's which were $5 a pop and they were definitely above average.

Used them for catering for an office event. I order three different things and all came out…read moredelicious and beautiful! Communication was easy and super prompt emails. The pickup was easy and everything was well packed. Highly recommend!

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Olla Olla

4.3(72 reviews)

24.1 mi

Absolute unit of a crepe! They were extremely tasty (went with the Cre-Pizza) and made perfectly!…read moreThe gals running the truck were sweet, very caring and extremely attentive. Love that they are out here taking care of the community and letting some hardcore kids get down.

My experience at Olla Olla was great. Crepe was large…read moreenough to share, it was tasty and overall delicious. We did not have to wait long at all, The waiting area was spacious and we found seating immediately, staff were friendly, music was a vibe that suited the ambiance. I would come here again. I recommend for a fast tasty meal.

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Devon S.

4 years ago

I pass thru the Phx area on business trips from the east coast off and on. Was last out there in the fall, heard some epic things about this place. Not a great experience. The staff were friendly, clean inside but the product the main event sorely lacked. I ordered a plain glaze and a chocolate. I couldn't finish eating either one of them! Take away the glazes and the donuts were too oily on the inside that you could barely taste the dough and it fell apart. It was just oily sugar. All the donuts I saw look bomb but all that polish mean nothing if you don't have a good base. No social media grabbing pics can come to the rescue. The concept is just confusing! Are they a donut or ice cream shop? If they want to compete with Dunkin in the mornings they need to slim down the offerings if any $$$ wants to be made. It--exists. Really nothing special. read more

Amelia M.

10 years ago

Fresh made to order donuts? HECK YES! This place is amazing. You can see your donuts being made from scratch. Any kind of topping you can imagine on a donut, they have. My favorites: -PB & J (Powered donut with peanut butter icing and rasberry jelly center) -OMG (Cinnamon sugar donut with maple icing and bacon topping) -Chocolate Coma (Chocolate icing, chocolate sprinkles, chocolate chips) The staff are super friendly and the decor and atmosphere here is very cute. It's just a great family run place with the best donuts in Phoenix. Highly recommended! read more

Thomas S.

Elite 21

184

9 years ago

Yum yum yum!!! This fresh made donut niche that's popping up can be hit and miss, in terms of flavors. Desert Donuts is a definite hit!! I have only tried a few of the flavors, but the one that stands out the most are the maple bacon donuts. Oh my goodness. A hot, crispy and soft donut, smothered in maple glaze, then topped with a bunch of bacon. Cmon people. We we born for this stuff! I'm glad my work is almost right across the street. Once I get into a morning shift again, this will be my foot spot for some serious bacon gorging! read more

Trey T.

1 year ago

This is one of the best donut shops I have ever been to it was a great experience the inside was such a vibe and the staff was nice I am telling everyone to go there I have never tasted anything better and it was just a plain no glaze no frosting donut and it was better than any donut I have had so please check this place out I highly recommend. read more

Kimberly A.

13 years ago

Love these Donuts! Once you start eating them you can not stop. Maple and bacon is my favorite but there are so many choices you can choose from. The quality of these donuts are amazing as well. Way better then store bought, or dunk n donuts. Also seems like a great place to take kids if you have them! read more

Shannon C.

118

10 years ago

This concept is very cool if you like cake donuts. It's kind of overwhelming when you first go in to order but they were nice & helped us figure it out. They cook your donuts fresh in front of you. You pick your toppings & done. I think it's kind of expensive but the kids really like it. read more

Judith D.

10 years ago

Their donuts are fantastic and authentically different than anything else we have ever tried. The bacon maple syrup donut was to die for. The coffee was an average cup of Joe but if they get some gourmet coffee in there I go there every day. I'll be going there at least once a week. read more

Clara P.

12 years ago

Can you say DELICIOUS!? You will after you eat here!! The donuts are made fresh right in front of you and the toppings are brilliantly executed. I have NEVER liked donuts. I took my kids here for a treat. I now love donuts. I love this place and hate it at the same time!! ;) read more

Emily R.

10 years ago

This is by far my favorite place to eat donuts with my Grandkids. They get very excited when I say we are going. They love all of the different combos you can choose for your toppings. It's really neat that they cook the donuts right in front of you when you order. read more

Sofia F.

3 years ago

This was our first time visiting. OMGosh! If you have not tried this place, it's time you do! They have changed up their menu and have amazing new items to offer! The donuts were very good and better than we expected. If you like donuts, this place is a must try. read more

Laurie D.

4 years ago

These donuts are too delicious! The flavors were great and I got adventurous ordering a few unusual ones, just yummy. The staff were so friendly and delightful. I recommend this as the place to go when your sweet tooth demands attention. read more

Britteny M.

12 years ago

The staff here is SO sweet, and the coffee is always really fresh which I love. I always recommend this place to friends because the donuts are the best (and affordable which is nice). Must haves include caramel bacon and boston cream. read more

Huger M.

1 year ago

I tried the chocolate donut, and it was decent. The flavor was a bit bland, and it could have been fresher. The icing was too thick and overpowering. The dough was a bit dense. Overall, it was just okay, not amazing. read more

Aaron G.

11 years ago

What can I say? Its absolutely delicious. The staff is great, the ingredients are creative and unique, and the place is clean! I am lucky (albeit heavier) for living so close to them! read more

Joseph C.

9 years ago

Stopped in as I was in the area on business and was more than happy I did. Geat variety of custom made cake donuts, terrific coffee, and superb service. Amazing!!! read more

Markes T.

1 year ago

The donuts were okay, but not great. The glaze was too sweet for my taste. The texture was a bit dry and crumbly. I expected more flavor. Overall, just average. read more

Megan F.

4 years ago

The owners are meth heads and don't give a crap about their customers do not go here. Plus when I worked here it flooded and they did literally nothing about it read more

Tanya L.

7 years ago

Not only are the donuts AMAZING, the services matches. Highly recommend. So many options, and they even asked about allergies to be safe. Incredible place. read more

Jack U.

3 months ago

Wall-to-wall covered in AI slop weird garbage I don't know why anyone would go there. It's been on steady decline from zero since it opened.

Ashh N.

10 years ago

Hands down, best donuts I've ever had. My boyfriend and I go every weekend for breakfast. Love the fruity pebbles and frozen donut!

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We were in the area and saw this donut spot had great reviews and was open 24 hours! I like seeing…read morethe options available and only the drive thru was open so had to order blind but the area can get sketchy at night so definitely understand. The girl at the drive thru was quick and had our order ready pretty much when we got to the window. We ordered a few donuts, donut holes and a boba drink. Prices are on par, the donuts were fresh and tasty and love the drive thru. Would definitely stop by if I'm in the area!

Underwhelming. Limited selection of donuts. The holes were dry. The jelly-filled ratio was not…read moreoptimal. Granted, I went on a weekday afternoon; however the service was also unfortunately lacking. There seemed to be only one woman working to serve both the drive-thru and in-store guests. A door dash driver dropped off a meal at the counter for the employee before my order was taken. Not the best look.

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You can't beat the fluffiness of their donuts. They're not so dense like other donut shops…read more Whenever we have a team meeting, I always stop to get a dozen of their donuts. The glazed donuts are the BOMB and my wife likes their plain and chocolate Old Fashion. I've had others like Crumb cake, sprinkle, maple bars...etc. Oh so good.

BoSa (the"s" is supposed to be capitalized) is an Arizona staple for classic donuts. Their fans…read moredon't come here for impeccable service and ambiance. They're here for the perfect classic donuts! Seems to get popular- so much so that their multiple locations sell out! According to the website, they have over 50 locations across the Valley. From what I read in prior reviews, it seems the different locations vary quite a bit in terms of service, drink quality, and sandwich quality. For me, donuts are the only reason for coming to BoSa, and I've been very happy with my experience at this location. I recommend the Apple fritter and the sour cream old fashioned. They were perfection in terms of freshness, texture, and flavor!

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Donuts were excellent. Some of the best, if not the best, I've had in Arizona. You can tell they…read moremake them in house fresh every morning. We had fritters, cake, and regular donuts. All of them were very good. Highly recommend. Nice place to stop if you're driving up to Flagstaff or Sedona.

Delicious donuts, but the tables were filthy poor management…read more The donuts are delicious, but unfortunately, the Customer Service and cleanliness left a lot to be desired. I purchased 4 donuts and tipped, then turned around to look for a clean table to sit at to enjoy them, only to find that every table was dirty and occupied. When I asked if someone could clean a table, the owner told me, "you can clean it". I was honestly shocked. There were two employees standing there with nothing to do. I eventually went outside and ate my donut standing next to a dirty table. An employee then came out and asked me if I would like her to clean a table. I feel tables should be clean and ready for paying customers without having to ask. I love the donuts, but the management and cleanliness really need attention.

Rainbow Donuts

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I went here during the week and was impressed by the variety! There was a remarkable selection of…read moredonuts, cronuts, old fashions, cake donuts, and filleds, each with different flavors and toppings. The cronut topped with whipped cream and caramel was a unique option that I haven't seen elsewhere. The donuts were also relatively fresh which is surprising given the large selection!

Best donuts always soft and warm. And the staff is so friendly and kind. I never walk out without a…read morefreebie donut. It's a family favorite!

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4.0

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I recently got my birthday cookie from this location and the workers there were so sweet! It wasn't…read morevery busy when I went

We went in to get the kids some treat. The girl who checked us out was very sweet, no one had name…read moretags so I couldn't say her name. But she was very patient and had a big smile. One son ordered a cookie, and my other one decided he didn't want one. After thinking he then picked one so we placed another order. Again she was very nice. The girl in the back doing the cookies however was not. She was storming around, throwing the icing bags when making the cookies. I saw her break one cookie then still give it to the customer who bought dozen, he didn't notice, but she clearly couldn't be bothered to get him a new one. They are $5 each. He should not be getting a broken cookie at that price. When my order came she practically threw the box at me on the counter, I told her oh I ordered two. She got upset, and said 'what's the problem', pretty aggressive in tone and body language. I replied that I order two cookies but oh I just realized they were on two different orders, I'm sorry'. She walked away. The second cookie came out something she threw it at the counter and walked away. Extremely rude, if I wasn't with my kids I would have drawed attention to her customer service. In the car, my son said his cookie was melting. Strange, but I told him it's probably the cookie flavor and it was warm. But when we got home i noticed he didn't eat it, so I went to look and it was underbaked. I am not sure was was in the air but customer service in Noterra is pretty bad.

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4.8

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One of the businesses in the Carefree Marketplace is Glaze Donuts. If you have a sweet tooth or…read moresomebody at home who loves donuts and goodies, Glaze donut is a good place to go. There are lots to choose from and staff are nice. You can also get smoothies and other beverages. Shared parking lot.

Glaze donuts are some of the best donuts I've tried ever!! Service was so friendly and the…read moreselection was great!! They have drinks like coffee, tea, smoothies etc. There are lots of different and options to pick from. We got a dozen of assorted donuts and they were so fluffy and didn't have that oil taste. We will definitely be back again soon!

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Our group sure worked up a sweat in the escape room next door and Gold Rush was the perfect option…read morefor a nice cool treat. They serve Thrifty ice cream, which if you aren't familiar, it's delightful because it's thoughtfully made. It can be kind of hard to find outside of California so lucky Anthem, AZ now has a place for it. My daughter got the coconut pineapple and I got the Rocky Road. Both were delicious! I also got a chai drink and it was really smooth and flavorful. I did feel bad when we got there because had a really large group and it was really just one employee working, but she got everyone taken care of as fast as she could. Also, the bathroom in the back, under what looks like an entrance to a mine. We weren't sure and were going to go back to the escape room to go but ventured back and discovered it there.

They helped me an hour early, Apple Maps said open at 11, we opened the door at around 11:05. He…read moresaid they open at 12, but the gentleman helped us, served me and my siblings ice cream, it was casual, the ice cream was very good and yeah overall great experience. thank you

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Peace Cream is delightful. It's our favorite place for ice cream. We've been coming here since it…read moreopened with the original owners. Service can be slow but when it's your turn, you'll have the counter person's full attention. My favorites are the strawberry cheesecake ice cream, cookies and cream, butter pecan, Cookie Monster (with the blue dye), and the matcha. You also can't go wrong with a banana split with sprinkles and Reese's Pieces.

Really good nice little ice cream shop. With some really good ice cream. The service was really…read moregood and lady behind the counter was very professional and friendly.. I had the Cookie Monster milkshake and my mother had a large vanilla and strawberry cheesecake cone. The strawberry ice cream had delicious chunks of strawberry in it. Truly delicious...

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We were in the area and had a sweet tooth after dinner. We…read moregot here at 8:30 pm and they close at 9:00 so unfortunately, there wasn't much of a selection. The raised glazed and chocolate covered ones were very good and not too sweet. The clerk at the counter was very friendly and said to come back in the morning to try the cake like ones. We will be back the next time we are in town.

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