Three people behind the counter, I was completely ignored. Their donuts aren't that good. Left!!

I went in to Dino's Donuts 5/4/2020, it looked clean, the people were pleasant, employees were wearing gloves not masks, they have the plastic shields on the counter top separating the employees from the public. The one thing that really bothered me was someone in the back (not behind the counter) was sneezing and it didn't sound muffled. I'm sure they weren't making doughnuts late morning, but they do advertise having other food on the menu. read more

Blueberry cake and devil's food cake donuts were melt in your mouth perfection I need 100 more.

Not as good as all of the hype. Went there this morning for my kids and they are voracious doughnut eaters, but they weren't interested in a second doughnut, even though I bought a dozen. :-( They left one door with the CLOSED sign up, so I was confused when I first got there at 5:30am. I was eager to try the highest rated doughnuts in Anchorage, but not that impressed. Their credit card machine didn't work this morning, so that was another annoying thing. Overall, I wouldn't go out of my way to go there. read more

My coworker and I picked up two dozen donuts for a client meeting this morning and overall, were happy. Can't ask for much at a place like Dino's--they have standard, basic donuts. Nothing fancy. No crullers (sad), but the rest, they got. Not Portland's Voodoo. Not Dunk'n Donuts. Not Krispy Kreme (in a good way). Just your average donut shop. If you want a cheap, classic donut, go here. If you want amazing morning service, don't go here--the chick that helped us could have used more coffee because she was Miss Grumpy Pants. read more

Best donut shop in the world. They truly have the best texture and flavor combinations. Some unique donuts that will WOW your tastebuds. I have never had a Dino donut that didn't truly amaze me. Really nice little shop to sit down and enjoy some coffee. I have become a die hard Dino fan and will continue to advocate their amazing food. read more

I have been to donut shops all over the country. All over the world, in fact. It's kinda my thing. Donuts are my kryptonite. Dino's may not be the absolute best place I've ever donut dined, but its in the top 5 (of probably 50 or more). Thats saying something. They have a great selection of old fashioned donuts, including buttermilk bars (if you haven't tried these, do so now). Their PB&J is great, as is their chocolate devils food. Great quality donuts, and better than average coffee, combined with amazing service makes this a top place. Skip the chains and go here! read more

This place is one of my favorites based on the delivery service alone. We order donuts regularly for the office and it's always a high point of their day. They have a lot of your standard donuts as well as a few you've probably never tried like the ever popular blueberry glazed! They deliver assorted dozens all across anchorage in a delightfully timely manor. So, give them a try the next time the office walls are closing in around you. Dino's is sure to brighten up your day! read more

What a great donut shop. We loved their cinnamon twists and the grands just gobble up their donuts. Just one hint - pay the extra 25 cents for the box and don't let them cram those lovely donuts in a paper bag. read more

I have been sucked into this place! I go a few times a month to get donut treats for my work crew. They make the best Glazed Old Fashioned I have had since living in California, and going out to the HELMS Bakery truck in our neighborhood! My co-workers love them so much that when I'm out on vacation they place their own order and have them delivered. [They also have a no fee ATM, so you can pull cash to pay, as well as extra $ for your pocket!] read more

I have tried them twice. The people are really nice and I got great service. I ordered a sandwich and it was delicious. My issue is the donuts. I am sorry but they ALL taste like 2 day old donuts. Not fluffy. Hard, chewy and dense. It was the same both times. I am really disappointed because I really like to trade with a local business and they have such a good reputation but I don't want apple fritters. I want donuts. I wish they weren't all hard and dense. I will go back for the sandwich but I doubt I will try another donut. read more

Amazingly fresh doughnuts. We stopped in on the way to the airport. The vanilla cake doughnut with colored sprinkles were amazing!! Coffee wasn't the greatest. read more

One of the two spots I frequent for donuts in Anchorage. It's easy to find at least one donut I fancy. This time I chose Bavarian cream filled maple donut. read more

I came a bit late in a weekday, around 2:30 so they didn't have a huge selection. They had some standard donuts still available. I got a Regular glazed and an Oreo crumble fancy donut. Both were really good! I'd have to come back earlier when they have a full selection of fancy donuts. Other than the topping, I didn't think they were super fancy or extra special, but I am spoiled coming from Southern California. It was good and I'd probably comeback if if was buying a box for the office since they have a more fun selection, supposedly in the morning. Anyways, since they are 24 hours I can't expect them to have everything available at the end of the day. I might try their lunch one day, since they keep popping up in my Facebook feed :/ I came back on national donut day at 11 am and continue to be disappointed with their selection. They had 5 choices of cake donuts. I still bought some since I was already there. I ate the chocolate one right away and it was SO DAMN GOOD!! I think their shelves are heated because it was warm and almost literally melted in my mouth!! So I think they do have super awesome donuts, but it's not worth it if you come after 9, maybe, since their selection sucks as you get later into the day. It's probably awesome for you early birds, but for a donut later in the day I'll go to golden donuts :) read more

I used to be a fan of Golden Doughnuts, but was recently introduced to this shop a couple years ago and changed my mind since then. Best doughnuts in town, IMO. Good luck trying to choose from their vast assortment of deep fried goodness. Picking up a box instead of a couple usually works in your favor; just make sure to share. I usually go for a couple of the glazed rings (try the fruit flavored ones), and the PB iced & Jelly filled doughnut is a must try, if you are a fan of the sandwich. I was lucky enough to try one these bad boys freshly filled and iced, and DAM...I was hooked. Make sure to show up early, or risk missing out on the more popular selections. read more

Nice little family run joint. Everyone was wearing bunny ears for Easter, even the dude ringing me up though he didn't look particularly pleased with it. He gave me a plastic egg that contained a couple pieces of candy. I also got a juice from the fridge. Total came to about 4 bucks. It was a nice catch up time with the family. read more

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DINO'S!!! If you don't love Dino's, you are donut-ignorant. (That's a bad thing.) Donuts are sortof taken for granted, but if you really love them, as my husband does, you learn to find the best of the best and appreciate them for the extra effort put into each little morsel of delight. This is not the number one donut place we have found (see my review for Granny's Gourmet Donuts in Bozeman, MT) but - it is in the top three. It's difficult for me to love a donut more than the buttermilk bar. It's a massive tragedy that buttermilk bars are seldom seen outside of California. Dino's makes some amazingly delicious and mouthwatering buttermilk bars. Right there - they win. But in addition to that, they have a really lovely selection of other types of donuts to choose from. Their peanut butter and jelly donut is phenomenal, but the peanut butter devils food is even better! They have a donut with fruity pebbles, a really good coconut cake donut - actually, all the cake donuts are fabulous. Too many donut places focus on raised donuts - nothing wrong with that, raised are delish. But cake are far superior donuts and not everyone makes them correctly. Dino's makes them nice and moist, dripping with whatever amazing topping goes on them, making my mouth water just thinking about it! They also make pretty darn good coffee and the staff couldn't be nicer. If only they were open 24 hours a day... Sigh... read more

As far as donuts in Anchorage, these are the BEST in town. Not the best I've had, but the BEST in Anchorage. If you want good, fresh donuts be SURE to get yours early in the morning. Otherwise you get yesterdays donuts and they aren't that good. They DELIVER! No other donut place in town does that. They're not overly sugary... I HATE overly sugary donuts. They put just enough sweetness to not be gross. read more

I don't get what all the good reviews are about. Went in at 5 in the morning. Place was cute, and smelled awesome, so I was pretty excited. There were a few groups of teenagers hanging out, but that's to be expected at weird hours during the summer. We ordered a dozen donuts for the family. They were a little spendier than we expected (13.25 when I normally pay 10 bucks at most) but they looked good, so I wasn't bothered. Then we actually got the donuts home. Out of the dozen, two got eaten, a few more got picked at, and the others just got thrown out. They weren't good. They weren't fresh (I have no idea how that's possible because it was FIVE AM but they weren't) and even if they had been fresh, I doubt they would have been much better. They just weren't good. You're better off going to Carrs for your morning donuts. They cost 6 dollars, and they're actually edible. read more

Dino's is a great spot for reallly good donuts in Anchorage! Dino's has a large variety of donuts to choose from- some very creative! The staff is friendly, the shop itself is clean & they also serve lattes as well as plain coffee. read more

Dino's Donuts - Great donuts in Anchorage! - Donuts Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

My husband and I stopped in here quickly on our way out of town because we heard it's where the locals go (we are from out of town). The service was kind of slow for a Friday morning and some customers were very impatient with the service. We got 4 donuts and two coffees for a very reasonable cost. They have a sign that says that they prefer cash but they took our credit card payment. Donuts were delicious, I would highly recommend the devils food chocolate frosted donut or the old fashioned chocolate donut. read more

Great little hole-in-the-wall donut place located behind a few buildings on 81st St. As soon as I walked inside, I was welcomed by the decadent aroma of fresh donuts, and their various toppings. Their toppings range from Blueberry frosting, Raspberry, Lemon, Strawberry... and just about every berry you can think of, and their donuts are always fresh. They also brew coffee/java as well, but when you go to a Donut shoppe, I'm sure you're only worried about the donuts, as I was. So, if you're ever on this side of town, and don't want to stop by Fred Meyer/Safeway and eat some of their 8-12 hour old donuts, may I recommend this little gem, nestled behind and beside a Chinese Buffet? Believe you me, you'll find yourself making excuses to hit this place up for it's delicious donuts, every time you frequent the Dimond area. And that's not a bad thing ^_^ -L read more

Dino's is my go-to for donuts that I bring to my clients. They are invariably thrilled to see the Dino's box, and always say "Ooooh! Dino's! They're the best donuts in Anchorage!" I've docked them one star because they eliminated the punch-card program. read more

I thought their mini apple fritters were perfectly cooked and a great size. Best apple fritter I've had in a long time. However, the apple filled powered donut I got had less than a teaspoon of apple filling it in. I'm not exaggerating in the least. I took a big bite and got no filling, then another with nothing, so I pulled it apart. Not what I pay over a dollar a donut for. Will definitely go back, but only for the fritters. Great service- very friendly and had multiple people working the counter on just a week day morning. read more

I have to agree with the other reviewers these are the best doughnuts in Anchorage! You can get your calories and carbs from any store or restaurant in town but at Dino's you can fall into a blissful doughnut coma. Man what a way to go! The family favorites are the sprinkled cake, apple fritters and cinnamon rolls. The new location is bit hard to find but when you see folks entering their car with drool running down their chin and shear ecstasy on their face you have either found a methadone clinic or Dino's Doughnuts. Enjoy. read more

If you aren't too concern about the coronavirus, then this is the place to go. The cashier wasn't wearing her gloves and mask on. To be fair, there's a plexiglass in front of the cashier. But handling cash and donuts at the same time is not only gross but extremely irresponsible. I'll just stick with Krispy Cream. read more

Great donuts and great prices. If only they got into the market of the famous donut burger.... I absolutely agree with all of the great posts, best donuts in anchorage! read more

Went to pick up a dozen donuts for National Donut Day this year! They were really busy, which was expected, but really fast service! The donuts I got were pretty good! Not the best I've ever had, but good :) They had a pretty good selection of different flavors too! Loved the doggie bone shaped donut! Creative! read more

Dino's Donuts - Sprinkles are always a must! - Donuts Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

The best glazed old fashioned donuts. Period. Very friendly service. She made me feel welcome, and exhibited low pressure sales "technique". Personally, I hate the hard sell. I love suggestions, recommendations and insightful comments. "I love this one with coffee...Do you like blueberries? Then I might suggest these... I notice you got a ______ may I suggest _____ with it?" She did a wonderful job at being present but mild. I love Dino's Donuts. It reminds of the kind of place my Papa would have taken me in the early mornings of my childhood. The atmosphere is nostalgic, some might say a tad "outdated". Just an old school local business that doesn't spend a bunch of time on gimmicks and flashy adverts. Dino's takes me back to my simpler days, while giving me donuts that I have no memory of ever being so good. read more

It's a cute place with a wide selection but the doughnuts aren't really all that special. They honestly taste like the Walmart ones I got a few weeks back. The toppings are fun but often overly sweet and lacking in flavor. read more

They have great donuts for a cheap price. Also, $1 icees? Hell yes! They have more than donuts too, like nachos! read more

Dino's Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

This is my favorite donut place in town. My favorite is the pb&j. I'm not a fan of cake style donuts so I can't speak to their cake style donuts. Service has been friendly. read more

Good donuts. I went in one Saturday afternoon, close to closing time and working was a young girl in her teens I would say and the owner. The girls friend had come in while she was cleaning up getting ready to close so the friend bought something and was sitting in a booth just waiting. The owner was rude to the employee saying her friend shouldn't be here, she's a distraction. She was a paying customer. Makes me not want to return as a customer. To bad cause the donuts are really good. read more

I've been frequenting Dino's since they were at their previous location; several years now. Great donuts and good, consistent quality. I wish they'd consider selling a few more varieties, such as cruellers or spud-nuts, but no complaints on what they have. It would also be nice if they'd consider adding another shift and stay open past 4:00pm. Donut cravings come in the evening hours, too! read more

This place is just okay. It's not horrible, but the donuts are definitely sub-par. The place itself is nice and clean and has plenty of seating and a nice fish tank to look at. However, I think regular grocery store donuts are just as good, if not better than what they serve here. Not worth the drive if you don't live in South Anchorage. read more

They got bombdotcom donuts.. but you'll have to wake up early to get all the good ones because they run out really fast..

Very clean inside the store. The donuts extremely moist and fresh. I'll make the drive past Krispy Kreme to get Dino's Donuts.

The Donuts are good, but the owner was rude to some kids we were with. The children (3-5 year olds) were looking at the fish and had picked up some American flags that were on the tables as decoration. The owner took them from the kids and said that "this is my house, and you shouldn't steal from my house." When one of the mothers apologized, the owner did not even respond. Not necessary at all. Our friends are long time Dino's customers, but may not be going back any time soon. read more

I recently visited this doughnut shop and was very impressed with the service and wide selection of doughnuts!

This spot is a family favorite. The location is pretty close to our house, so it's not much trouble to get there. The shop is off the main roads, so keep an eye out for Oriental Express. Turn into their parking lot and keep going.... you'll see it. They have a great variety of choices for donuts and drinks. Our whole family prefers their glaze over Golden Donuts. I'm not a huge donut fan, but I'll eat these... especially the cake donuts. The kids prefer the dino bones. Great place! read more