Duck Donuts

7 years ago

The donuts here are to die for. You honestly just have to try one for yourself. Tons of flavors and toppings to choose from, very friendly staff, and a nice location. read more

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Jeff A.

12 years ago

Served up fresh and hot these were a hit. Loved the maple glazed with bacon bits. I had to do a little asking but the coffee they are serving is from Front Porch Cafe/ Kill Devil Coffee Roasters which gets a thumbs up as well. read more

Duck Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Ramandeep P.

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9 years ago

I've been here quite a few times now and every time I'm return happier than the last time I came. I'm a big fan of the Oreo topped donuts and they have one of the best Donuts I've had all my life as they are made right in front of your eyes. So donuts can't be fresher and warmer than what these guys serve. read more

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10 years ago

Wow! It's amazing, every doughnut is made to order. If you're getting a dozen or more call ahead so they can have them ready. Everyone is very friendly! You'll love.... read more

Duck Donuts - They're as good as they look!!!! - Donuts Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Kimberly H.

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10 years ago

Duck Donuts is awesome! I was dissatisfied with my most recent experience because I was served donuts that had been sitting out versus being freshly made. Overall, highly addictive and amazing if served fresh. Just a tip, my favorite is the cinnamon sugar. read more

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Justin H.

Elite 16

12 years ago

Sooooooo great! Fresh made warm donuts - YES PLEASE! Since this franchise location opened my wife and I have been here several times - always great food and staff. Free samples too! I always get the peanut butter topping but I have yet to not like any of their toppings. I usually get an iced coffee (no refills like the regular coffee) and it's not bad. Once I did try a breakfast sandwich there and it was ok but nothing compared to the donuts. I've also visited Rise Biscuits and Donuts and I'd say Rise has great sandwiches and crazy donuts but Duck has incredibly delicious fresh donuts which never disappoint! read more

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Sandi S.

10 years ago

So so good. You can completely customize your donuts and they make them fresh to order. Can't get much better than a hot donut with your choice of toppings. We tried a few of them but the simple cinnamon and sugar was actually my favorite! read more

Duck Donuts - Cinnamon and sugar, maple with bacon, lemon icing with blackberry drizzle, and glazed with fudge drizzle. - Donuts Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Erica S.

12 years ago

I was born and raised in Wilmington, when spring arrived that meant Britt's Donuts would be open for the season. Duck Donuts is my Britt Dounts in the Raleigh area. These golden beauties are AWESOME! There are various glazes and toppings to chose from. I highly recommend Duck Dounts! Eat with caution they are cooked to order. Essentially they are presented to you warm! read more

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Stephanie G.

12 years ago

I am standing here waiting for my donuts as I type! This place is hoppin. They just called order 72 and I am order 87. It's worth the wait. This is my third time coming to ducks donuts. I love them fresh and warm. My boyfriend likes them the next day. We moved to cary about two weeks ago and have come to ducks donuts every weekend! They're flavors are awesome and I love that I can create my own combinations. My favorite is the cinnamon and sugar donut. Yum! They have good coffee. Good beverage choice as well as an espresso machine for fancy Starbucks type coffee lovers. The people are friendly. This place is a great place to come for a special treat. Expect to wait for your warm donuts more specifically if they are busy! read more

Duck Donuts - 2 cinnamon sugar, 2 orange icing, orange with chocolate sprinkles, chocolate with peanuts, lemon and strawberry - Donuts Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Kelsey K.

7 years ago

Best donuts ever. I laugh when people say Krispy Kreme is the best! They clearly never have had Duck Donuts

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Maria J.

11 years ago

I know my generation is known for its overuse of the word, "literally," but this was quite literally the best donut I have ever had. My only disappointment was not trying it sooner. Great service, clean facilities, phenomenal donuts. Oh, and their mugs are super smooth! read more

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8 years ago

I like fluffy donuts. The ones that melt in your mouth and light like Krispy Kreme. These donuts are quite heavy. As small as they are, they filled me up with a couple bites. They're very cakey. I think the best cakey donuts are the ones that don't leave your mouth dry. For me, they could be a little less dense but I'm biased as personally, I prefer light and airy. The toppings give it just the right amount of flavor, not overwhelming. read more

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Olivia P.

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10 years ago

This place is donut heaven! I had a cinnamon sugar donut and it was FANTASTIC! This place is unique because all donuts are made to order and they are absolutely delicious! These are not the greasy-puffy-sugar-bombs that some in the south love and worship. These are REAL DONUTS. Cakey but not too dense, sweet but not diabetes-inducing. I plan to stop in for one of these sweet treats anytime I am in the area! read more

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michael A.

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11 years ago

To the right of the gates of heaven is a Duck Donuts. My first attempt at Duck Donuts was in December. I was on my way back home from visiting family in Cary. I showed up at 6:10am on a Sunday morning of our long drive home, looking to bring home a dozen donuts. I entered the store and asked for a dozen. To my horror, I was told the donut machines were not working. The person behind the counter said they had an emergency call into the repair man. I almost screamed but held it together. I left for NJ with no donuts. I planned a second trip to visit my brother, hoping to score donuts too. Today, At 6:05am on a Sunday morning, I scored. They were hot, they were sweet, they were heavenly! If I make it to heaven, I will build it and they will come. read more

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Ed B.

11 years ago

Forget about KK, forget about DD (and I'm not talking about Daredevil.), forget about all those other donut shops. Duck Donuts are the one and only. Period. Everyone ordered is freshly made; not in a glass cabinet waiting for you to choice, they're made to order. So each one you get is "hot off the rack." P.S. Eat them with your hands and NOT with s knife and fork like the precious girl sitting across from us. WTH!!! It's a damn donut! Get that greasy, sugary goodness all over your fingers! read more

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P. C.

11 years ago

To be fair I would like to give 2.5 but cannot. I like the cake base. I think picking your topping is fun once in a while. I think they are too expensive... paying for the schtick. read more

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D W.

12 years ago

Great, hot donuts!! Love that you can customize the donuts to be whatever flavor you'd like. Also, the shop features a little showroom to watch the donuts being made. read more

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April B.

Elite 26

12 years ago

I was skeptical. I am not a cake donut fan, but I wanted to try this place. I can tell you I was amazed by how absolutely delicious they were. Warm and yummy. Made to order. I did manage to share with co-workers and they loved them too! Maple frosting with bacon on a cake donut might sound absolutely weird, but it was like having bacon and pancakes for breakfast! Delicious!! Go there! You will not be disappointed. read more

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Kiana W.

5 years ago

If you want warm soft doughnuts this will be your favorite spot & I love all of the different flavors who would of thought to put bacon on a doughnut & it's so good read more

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Jeron C.

5 years ago

Long wait time after ordering. Above par donuts. Staff seemed frazzled and not aware of what was going on

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Angel S.

7 years ago

The donuts are delicious!!! Eat it while it is hot... and doesn't lose its flavor if you have to reheat it in the microwave. Their donuts are not just donuts is an experience. read more

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Kat I.

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8 years ago

YUM! Omg this place is so good. Went here this morning because we just moved to Cary and got a "welcome to the neighborhood" card with two free donuts and a coffee. Husband liked the coffee. But the donuts.... amazing. Literally fresh, made to order when you order it. At first I was confused, expected a traditional shop where there's a wall of choices and maybe they'd be stale. Nope. This place you can completely customize your donut, which is so fun! It was also pretty busy but we didn't have to wait long to order or receive the donuts. They were very tasty!! Also, there's a cool area for kids to watch them make the donuts, very fun. Will definitely be coming here a lot! read more

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Briana H. K.

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11 years ago

Where do I begin. This is a place that you must find a new must come to. The donuts are amazing. They are fresh they are warm and you get to customize each one of your donuts. The best donut was the regular doughnut with bacon topping. All of the toppings are free. You just choose your doughnut. They have a very good price point for each. It's actually pretty cheap. For $1.40 you can get an amazing donut I would suggest getting four or five at least. They also have complementary water inside. When you were eating the sweet donut with icing and a topping you will definitely need this cup of water. The staff is very friendly. Be sure that you take notes of their hours. I believe they close at 7 PM each day. It is a large space inside so you can sit inside and eat your donut if you would like. Duck donuts trumps Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' Donuts any day. read more

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Rachel M.

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10 years ago

One of those classic places you go when you are craving donuts or are trying to help your sister appease in-laws. I went there this morning with a craving for both sweet/ classic and unusual/savory. I ended up getting the classic chocolate glaze with rainbow sprinkles (rainbows make everything more exciting after all) and the maple glaze with bacon... That bacon, you could smell for miles as you drive to work. Both were amazing. I have that "Steven Universe" song 'Big Donut' in my head now: http://youtu.be/w5CGmRO_LuU Duck Donuts is definitely a place to check out "when you are down" and bored with regular breakfast places. Focus on taste and not calories when you go. read more

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Alissa N.

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I love cake donuts generally, I think they're the best kind & Duck Donuts does what they do very well. Their donuts are best eaten fresh and warm, and in my opinion, with a side of strong coffee. There are different frosting flavors & toppings to choose from ranging from sprinkles to bacon bits. I don't even like bacon very much, but the maple bacon donuts here are something I do enjoy. My other favorites are the strawberry and the lemon, I like both topped with coconut shavings. My coworkers and I sometimes take turns bringing in a dozen Duck Donuts, they're a sure hit with everyone! read more

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Ellen P.

Elite 17

11 years ago

This is my favorite place for donuts in the area. They're simple and not too expensive, but are made to order. Who doesn't love warm, fresh donuts? read more

Duck Donuts - Dozen donuts served to you HOT. - Donuts Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Heidy M.

8 years ago

Best donut shop in Cary! Staff is friendly and prices are affordable. A bit of a drive for us who love in West Cary but it's worth the drive. read more

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10 years ago

Absolutely the BEST donuts ever! MADE FRESH TO ORDER! They come out warm and amazing, very fresh tasting. Must try the Maple Bacon Donut!!! read more

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Sua Y.

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12 years ago

I was ready to give five star since I know how good duck donut is from my experience in outer bank.. but a few donuts here were sitting on a rack when we entered the store and we got those. So not hot, not so fresh. read more

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Keschia M.

369

11 years ago

The best donuts ever. Their cake batter donuts are filling and almost irresistible. Cinnamon and sugar and bacon and maple glaze is ridiculously good. And they use real bacon pieces. Hey, don't forget when you go in they have hot donuts to taste before buying at the counter. Downside......they are only in Cary right now, but Raleigh locations soon to come I heard. The cashier could've seemed less irritated by my indecisiveness, but my love affair with the donuts far outweigh that!!!! Plus they are right beside chipotle. Have a healthy lunch and a great dessert. read more

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Phillip G.

10 years ago

These bought me time with an interesting woman. I don't think any other donut would really have that effect, not Krispy Kreme, not Dunkin Donuts. The texture is in the middle of KK melt in your mouth and Dunkin's thick cake like feel. The taste if more buttery than either of them and in a very good way. read more

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Danielle S.

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8 years ago

Picture this! You order a cinnamon donut a whole box of them and within two seconds they are cooking right in front of you! Yes at Duck Donuts they cook the donuts right in front of you so they are always FRESH. Forget Dunkins! Come here! Donuts on top of it are 1.00 each! Great price !!!!! The smell of the cinnamon hits your nose the second you walk in. This is perfect before work, perfect for desert with the family, and the coffee is even better! They also have a small store where they sell rubber ducks and t shirts! Come here for a truly unique donut experience! read more

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Cathy W.

5 years ago

Terrible customer service. Over an hour for our online order of 8 donuts and the manager wouldn't accept responsibility for the delay. We even got a txt that they were ready but then they hadn't even started them! The manager wouldn't give us a discount or anything. NOTHING - as it was "not her fault"! read more

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Kay M.

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10 years ago

Love their maple and bacon flavored donuts! The cinnamon and sugar is pretty good too i keep coming back read more

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Kaidyn A.

11 years ago

Yesterday was our first time going and we were pleasantly surprised. Although I'm usually not a big fan of donuts I was wanting something sweet for breakfast. These were definitely the best donuts I've ever had and my boyfriend agreed. They were soft, fresh and warm. The cashier explained how it worked and was super friendly. Service was quick. And the food was yummy. I think the only thing they need is more seats! read more

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Matthew Y.

11 years ago

Cannot say enough about this place. My wife who doesn't eat doughnuts will say, "I feel like a Duck Doughnut." Don't be scared if the line is out the door, this place moves in their service. Coffee is okay, but I'm always stuffing my face with a doughnut, so I have nothing to complain about. read more

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Katie W.

121

10 years ago

If you like cake donuts, you will like Duck Donuts. If you are really more interested in frosting, than the taste of the actual donut, you will like Duck Donuts. If you like yeast donuts, do not go here! read more

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Sandra W.

Elite 22

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8 years ago

The best attribute about Duck Donuts is how fresh these donuts are. I did not realize there is a base donut that is dressed up. My daughter and I went here. There were a lot of people for 6 pm on a Sunday. The sitting area is small. I had a lemon coconut and my daughter had a vanilla iced sprinkle. This place is decent. We will probably go back. My daughter bought a cute donut flotation device that fits around her (she is 3). read more

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Katie H.

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8 years ago

Never had a donut that I didn't like here! These are best eaten hot and fresh. I love that they have the featured donuts to make ordering easier (if you don't want to create your own). My favorite: peanut butter icing, Oreo crumbles, hot fudge drizzle! read more

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100 Wrenn Dr
Ste 101
Cary, NC 27511
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(919) 980-5369
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Hours

What time does Duck Donuts open?

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

What time does Duck Donuts close?

Duck Donuts closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Duck Donuts take credit cards?

Yes, Duck Donuts takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Duck Donuts have catering options?

Yes, Duck Donuts does have catering options.

Does Duck Donuts serve alcohol?

No, Duck Donuts does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Duck Donuts allow dogs?

Yes, Duck Donuts allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Duck Donuts have bike parking?

Yes, Duck Donuts has bike parking.

Does Duck Donuts have outdoor seating?

Yes, Duck Donuts has outdoor seating options.

Does Duck Donuts have parking?

Yes, Duck Donuts has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Duck Donuts wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Duck Donuts is wheelchair accessible.

Does Duck Donuts have free WiFi?

Yes, Duck Donuts has free WiFi.

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Ich liebe Annelores deutsche Bäckerei!…read more I first got goodies from Annelore's booth at the State Farmer's Market in Raleigh. The Apfel (apple) turnover was delicious, as was the Heidelbeerkuchen (blueberry cake) and Zitronenschnitten (lemon bar). I saw a nice gentlemen there that day who I think may be part owner; based on what I see on their website I wonder if it was Herr Norbert. While waiting for another guy behind the counter to bag my goodies, I happened to mention (to who I think was Norbert) that I'm learning German, and he spoke some basic German to me! Which I understood - OMG, must tell my German teacher. A couple weeks later I needed to bring desserts to our monthly Book Club meeting, and Annelore's was my first thought. I decided to visit their actual store in Cary. Even though it's an hour away from home, I stopped by one day when I had to go to Raleigh for an appointment. An Annelore's employee helped me with selecting about six cake slices and 2-3 different bars, plus some German cookies. The inside of the store is very clean, and there are some places to sit if you'd like to eat there. The employees were kind and helpful (and patient, in my case, trying to decide what to buy for a Book Club group I'd never met in person). Annelore's German Bakery is a wonderful way to take care of your dessert needs and support a local business at the same time. If you need a dessert, cake, scones, or other treats for your home gathering, BBQ, church social, potluck, business lunch, or other event, I would definitely let Annelore's take care of that part for you! 10/10, highly recommend! SO good! Vielen Dank, Annelore's... Ich werde Ihr Geschäft bald wieder besuchen!

If you are downtown Cary, you have to check out this quaint German bakery. They do not use…read morepreservatives, so they cannot ship. This is the kind of place you need to experience in-person. Cookies, scones, pretzels, strudel, cakes and other German pastries. They have turnovers in savory and sweet flavors. We tried the mushroom cheese turnover, bacon potato turnover, ham & cheese croissant, apple strudel and apple lemon pie slice. They offer hot tea, but just give you hot water and pick from the self-service selection of teabags. They also offer coffee, but we didn't order any so I'm not sure of the options, like I said previously there is no menu board. Its a bakery, not a coffee house. My husband wanted brotchen (bread rolls) but didn't see any on the back bread wall rack. I told him to just ask if they had any in the back. The lady said she could bake 1 or 2, so he asked for a dozen, and she said it would take 20 mins. We got a dozen of the brotchen and loaf of rye bread to go. Quaint and simple. Most tables sit 2 chairs, but you can pull up a 3rd if needed. They have 2 individual, unisex bathrooms for customers. We were in town to stop by and visit with a friend. We will definitely come back to try more yummy treats.

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Sondra P.

12 years ago

Came here on a Sunday morning and the line was super long, but moved quickly. My kids enjoyed watching the donuts being made while we waited 20 minutes for our order. The donuts were okay but left me feeling sick. Maybe it was because I was so frustrated that the donut-maker LEFT THE WATER RUNNING THE ENTIRE TIME. I can't imagine how many gallons of water this establishment is wasting! I was basically ignored when I mentioned something to a teenage staff member - we could see it just flowing out of the bottom of the sink. They need to invest in a sensor faucet or a system to recycle the water. I don't consider myself an extreme environmentalist but I care about our resources. We are using water faster than it can be replaced. one minute of running water = 2.5 gallons of water. turn off the faucet! read more

Nicole C.

9 years ago

Definitely the best donuts in town! I am so glad they decided to open up a store in Cary. They are always busy and I can't complain, I get it! The customer service is phenomenal. I love the donuts. It can be a little overwhelming in choosing which one you want...because there are so many! My family loves treating ourselves to Duck Donuts. Keep up the great work! read more

Chris L.

11 years ago

I have a coworker who swears he doesn't like donuts, yet whenever we have Duck Donuts in the office, he makes his way into the break room to nab one. Words cannot describe the treasure that is Duck Donuts. Please, try it for yourself. There is a reason that they are expanding so quickly these days! read more

Alba K.

8 years ago

BEST DONUTS EVER!!!!!! These donuts are like no other. SO different from Krispy Kreme or Dunkin Donuts. These are so fluffy, almost like a cake. So many flavor options are offered, from maple bacon to cinnamon. The cinnamon is my favorite, which pairs perfect with cold milk, which they have too! read more

Kelsey R.

5 years ago

This storefront discriminated against me because I can't wear a mask because I have a health condition. They let me wait in line, and when I got to the counter they told me I could order but would have to wait outside. This is discrimination, and illegal. read more

Candi E.

11 years ago

I love Duck Doughnuts. They make each doughnut fresh and warm. There are also many flavors to choose from. Last year I bought my son's teacher's a pack of doughnuts for valentine's day gift and everyone loved it. read more

MerryAnn C.

11 years ago

The best treat made fresh as you order. So happy they don't have a drive thru....these donuts are addictive. Try vanilla icing topped with coconut and maple icing topped with bacon. Yum!!!! read more

Nika C.

10 years ago

Great trip for the family: all 7 of us. Just something small and fun to do on a quiet Sunday. Donuts were great! My personal favorite is a maple frosted with chocolate sprinkles! read more

Thomas A.

10 years ago

I'm happy/sad I found these guys. Happy cause they rock with doughnuts!! Sad cause they are so good I can't stop with just one! Hot and delicious!! read more

Kate S.

11 years ago

OMG, the doughnuts are better than anything you've ever had. Seriously. The line out the door every day pretty much tells you all you need to know. read more

Liz G.

9 years ago

I LOVE this place. I have been going to this location since they opened and I am never disappointed! I tell everyone I know about this place

Jill S.

9 years ago

All the donuts are really good!! My favorite is the cinnamon and sugar, so warm and fresh! Our favorite new place for treats!

Ellie L.

11 years ago

I think this is the best donut place in triangle area! We love chocolate donut so much! It's all fresh made!

Victoria K.

Elite 19

224

11 years ago

This was my first time coming and it was so amazing! The donuts are made to order and AMAZING!!

Shan D.

109

10 years ago

Updating my review, as we only had one bad experience. Every other visit has been perfect.

Catherine S.

12 years ago

Best donuts in NC! Hands down. And, I don't even really like donuts.... read more

K B.

10 years ago

The maple and bacon one is the best!! The donuts are always warm, Yum!

Brittany H.

154

10 years ago

Hands down the best doughnuts of all time. These really can't be beat.

Gabrielle T.

10 years ago

Get the bacon donut first, then try the others. It's AMAZING.

Janice G.

9 years ago

OMG! Absolutely sinful. This Is COMFORT food at it's best!

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