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    Desert Donuts

    4.6 (505 reviews)
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    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    DESERT DONUTS ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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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!

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    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.

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    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

    Glazed
    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.

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    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.

    Tasty donuts
    Zandri N.

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

    80+ different ways of enjoying a donut
    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.

    Several donut flavors
    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!

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

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    7 years ago

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

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    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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    6 years ago

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

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    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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    Thank you Kate!! We make them with love…

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    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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    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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    The Sicilian Baker - Espresso & sweet ricotta in dark choc pistachio shell

    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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    La Grande Orange

    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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