This place is just delightful. This is my second time there the first time we went the fryer was…read moredown and we were only able to try the cinnamon rolls (which are exquisite and the gluten-free donuts) also excellent. But this time I had a cold coffee that was absolutely wonderful just strong enough no sugar added. I was in heaven. Plus we got to try a different group of donuts this time I have pictures for you, you've got to give it a try. The service is absolutely wonderful. The people there are so kind and really glad to see people visiting their shop. They usually trow in a little something new to try, or one of your old favorites. The ambience is simple but sweet pick up and go or sit down and enjoy. You've got to give this place a try when you're in the mood for a yummy treat. That's just delicious!!

Best doughnuts ever!!! Perfect consistency and friendly service. I love the chocolate glaze. Five…read morestars!

My niece sent me here while I was visiting and I shall forever be grateful. Best doughnuts and soft…read morepretzels I have ever had anywhere. ANYWHERE! The doughnuts are double the size of most doughnuts and doubly good. The pretzels are huge, butter basted, warm and delicious. It's not inexpensive but the tastes will cure you of any sticker shock. I spent $40+ for 1/2 dozen regular-1/2 dozen chocolate dipped doughnuts and 6 pretzels with dipping sauces and didn't regret a penny of what I spent. Came back on my way out of town and got a pretzel dog and pretzel for breakfast as well as some doughnuts for later. The food trailer in some of the pictures has been replaced by a building on the edge of Troyer's parking lot. You order at the window and most times there's going to be a line. It's a takeout business so you are on your own if you want to eat right away. The folks are friendly and efficient and orders are filled quickly once you get to the window. If you want to get a preview just search Auntie Ruth's on YouTube and enjoy. It's how I learned that there are a bunch of them in East Tennessee. I just know that if I didn't have enough incentive already to visit my niece then Auntie Ruth's finishes the job.

If you're expecting a typical every day donut coming here you're very wrong... These donuts are…read morehuge and they're a little different than a regular donut shop. It seems that they glaze all of them and then they top it with which ever one you decide. I got the espresso one but ended up wiping off most of the frosting because it's just too sweet. But it was very good. I also got the pretzel which is also ginormous. Next time I'll ask for it without salt because even wiping off all the salt it was still very salty but it was very very good and soft. If you don't have time and your rush then don't bother coming here because it was probably about a half an hour wait in line.

Tried them on Christmas Eve morning. Not only were the donuts superb but the young lady was so…read moresweet and friendly

This donut shop is surprisingly attached to a gas station. We received fast service, and there were…read moreplenty of donuts to choose from.

As a sassy ex-NYCer, I've been angry about the lack of good yeast donuts in my area. We were headed…read moreto an event in Hickory and I of course stopped to see if I could find local good eats and Donut Life FIT THE BILL. Large, fluffy, incredible flavor-and such nice folks working there! The place itself is suited more for takeout but we snagged a table to snack. We got a plain glazed (delicious base, so fluffy and glaze that was perfectly applied), a pumpkin spice (not a hit you over the head spice-delicious!) and a pumpkin cream filled-omg this one. It was still a little warm! The donuts themselves were extremely light: as my husband said, pushed to the limits without collapsing. Worth the stop, get here early! Huge line by the time we left!

not sure why you guys are even still opened, about 4 different donuts today. a true waste of time…read morefor people driving to buy donuts

This place is as good as everyone says! It's drive thru only and you need to get there early. I got…read morethere a couple hours after opening and they were already sold out of most things. I did manage to get an orange twist which was huge and delicious and a bear claw which was also huge and delicious. Highly recommend giving them a try if you're around. They are pricey but truly worth it to me!

Donuts are good but I've had better and the price is outrageous! $40 for a dozen donuts? They…read moremust have the market cornered in this little town. Also disappoint they don't offer long johns with whipped cream filling, only custard so that was a let down. Probably won't go there again

My husband and I made a stop at Hole donuts on a Thursday morning for a little sweet treat. Hole is…read morea quaint little shop located within a neighborhood. They do have a small side lot for parking. Order ahead online or at the register when you arrive. We loved the open kitchen concept. Get a front row seat to watch your donuts being made right in front of you. My husband and I got the glaze and cinnamon sugar donuts. Both flavors were excellent! We enjoyed our warm perfect donuts while sitting inside watching other orders being made. They do offer coffee and other beverages. We just helped ourselves to the water station. Staff were beyond friendly and they seemed to genuinely enjoy their job. Thank you Hole for a great morning show and sweet treat. We will be back.

These donuts are perfection! They are perfectly light and not too oily! Crispy on the outside and…read morefluffy on the insight :) Each one is freshly made to order and all the flavors are delicious. My favorite was the classic glazed, but their weekly special when i went was raspberry lime and that one was scrumptious!! The line moves fast and you get your doughnuts pretty quickly. Staff is super nice! There is not too much seating indoors, but they do have picnic tables outdoors to sit at to!

As soon as someone mentions Marion, I mention Mr. Bob's. Amazing, fast service every time I walk…read morein. They also post regular updates on their Facebook throughout the day which I think is super nice if you're looking for a specific flavor like I always am - the maple donut Also, if you're in Marion for an event downtown, you can't beat the walk up window!

Food was absolutely great. The customer service was great as well. Will keep coming back!!!read more

The best donuts you can get in the area! Hands down! The place stays packed from open to close, but…read morethey do move you through the line pretty quick. The place is a little small for the amount of business it does. You always seem to be running into someone. But even with the overcrowded store, this is by far my favorite spot to grab a snack in Johnson City!

We stopped in at Auntie Ruth's for a hand-rolled pretzel and a glazed donut and I had no idea it…read morewas an Amish establishment! What a great surprise. The shop is clean, bright, and modern. You can watch the pretzels being hand-rolled behind the glass, and the donuts hanging in the background while the glaze sets. I truly wanted one of everything. They don't offer a huge variety, but I'm perfectly fine with a place that focuses on doing a few things exceptionally well, and "well" doesn't even begin to cover it. It was busy (always a good sign), so everything was incredibly fresh. We ordered a pretzel, vanilla glazed donut, chocolate glazed donut, honey bun latte, and a strawberry lemonade. We grabbed a table after the manager let us know it would be about 10-15 minutes, but it definitely didn't take that long. The pretzel was warm, fluffy, and perfectly buttered with just the right touch of salt. The cheese dipping sauce was cold-it would have been nice if it were warmed slightly. The "honey" mustard came in a prepackaged pod and wasn't actually honey-based, which felt like a missed opportunity, especially given all the delicious local honey and mustard options in the area. The honey bun latte was delicious!!! Flavorful without being overly sweet. The strawberry lemonade was on the sweeter side but still refreshing and I can imagine it being perfect for a hot day. I added a little water since I can't handle too much sugar at once, and it was just right. And the vanilla glazed donut? It was like biting into a warm, fluffy cloud!! Pure comfort in donut form. My only regret is not stopping in sooner so I'd have more days to come back again and again.

Delicious donuts! We had a tasty donut snack. The donuts we tried were glazed, chocolate cake,…read moreapple cake, m&m glazed, and maple bacon. It's a tiny shop and yummy.

Fantastic donuts! One of the best old fashions i've had in a long time. the blueberry is great too!…read moreCame at like 8am on a saturday and it was empty and full of donuts. i did get this pink fruity pebble one and that one was honestly terrible but i think that was my fault. the rest were fantastic though

It's a simple country convenience mart. Why do I give it 5 stars. 1. Friendly service. I had…read moreproblems with my receipt. It was a relatively short wait and I was chatting with the person behind the counter. This is a family business and the man working behind the counter was filling in for his daughter and had to call her up to figure out how to get the receipt. B/c of the wait he gave me a 2. Ugly Apple Fritter. They sell donuts from a local maker. The ugly apple fritter was a giant and delicious. I can't guarantee they will give you a free donut if there is a problem but they will try to help with a smile and with kindness and really isn't that what you want from any business?