Great place family ran Kevin and his team is always on point Went there with my family and everything was amazing ! Definitely recommend if nearby read more

We ordered paczkis from them for our family dinner. The owner was awesome helping us and the we ended up picking up some donut holes as well. Everything was simply amazing. FRESH and really flavorful. The fillings weren't too sweet. My only concern and warning, is once you go, you will keep going. You won't lose weight. This place is addictive. read more

I'm feeling regretful. We popped into Gurnee Donuts, grabbed a few goodies, happily inhaled a ridiculously good apple fritter, yum yumm yummm.. ..seriously, that thing was so big we had to split it amongst the 3 of us.... only to realize after we drove off that they had UBE DONUTS. UBE!!! DONUTS!!! The betrayal... by myself!! I wish i knew this when we were actually in Gurnee!! So now I'm emotionally obligated (and definitely not mad about it) to haul myself back to Gurnee and make things right w an ube donut taste-test. One day, I'll be back!! read more

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Maybe I went on an off day? I stopped into Gurnee Donuts because I saw all of the good reviews here on Yelp. The gentleman behind the counter was very friendly and helpful, but the donuts themselves just were not good. The Boston cream had maybe one tablespoon of cream inside. The chocolate glazed didn't have any flavor. The blueberry was just ok. I hate saying this because I love going to mom and pop shops, but honestly Dunkin Donuts is much better. read more

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Gurnee Donuts is always great on ube weekends or regular weekdays. Donuts are always fresh, service always friendly, prices reasonable, and the place is always clean. Ube Weekends -- get there early! read more

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This is a very nice doughnut shop the apple fritter was very good a tough heavy on sugar glaze but it was good.

I used to love this place! I would wake up early to get there and get some ube donuts before they ran out! But its been a couple years and I am in town so I decided to come in and get a does around 10 in the morning. This inside had a few chairs which people could sit inside. The server was very quick when taking my order. I walked in ans it looked the same as it was before. I ordered a dozen donuts and I was so shocked at how small they are now.. i got chocolate glaze, ube sprinkles, vanilla sprinkles, chocolate sprinkles and some Boston cream donuts. The donuts were smaller than I remember but using the same recipe so the flavor was more concentrated and they were way too sweet.. honestly they werent made with love.. another example of what happens when business prioritize profits over quality. So disappointing.. read more

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Gurnee Donuts is a gem! A small, family-owned business with super friendly and helpful service. We went in planning to grab just two donuts and left with a dozen--and a coffee! There's a steady flow of regulars, which says a lot. Great variety, fun flavors, and everything was fresh and delicious. You can tell they put care and love into what they do. We'll definitely be back! read more

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My second time here. Got the custard donut which was good enough or alright I suppose as well as the ube donut (She asked if I wanted the one with coconut & I said yes but she ended up giving me the one with no coconut which did not taste fresh). The ube cake donut was way too sweet & there is zero ube flavor, just sugar. The price was $5 total which seemed to have gone up. It's a small little take out shop. I don't think I'll be back. I'm disappointed with the quality given that the $1 donut at Amazon fresh taste better than a $2.50 donut, more than double the price! read more

I decided to try this place based on Yelp reviews. The shop is located in a strip center alongside several other ethnic restaurants and stores. I got a chocolate cake donut and an apple fritter. There are a couple of tables for those who want to sit and have coffee. The staff member who helped us wasn't particularly friendly, but he wasn't rude either. The donuts aren't labeled, so we had to ask about the options. Overall, the donuts were average--not the best, but not the worst. read more

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It is located in a unit of a multi-use commercial building. Upon approaching, the location is clean and clear of any trash or hazards. Very small area in the front to sit and eat. The hours are clearly noted on the door. When entering the building, there was a sweet aroma that was inviting. The facility was clean with a display of donuts just in front of me and a cooler with drinks to the right. I was looking at the purple donut, which the kind gentleman advised was the "purple sweet potato" donut. The display is nice with purple frosting and purple sprinkles. He also advised that this is one of the biggest sellers. I hear this business is locally owned and operated. All of the donuts looked delicious in a nicely displayed. They offer long John's, crullers, sprinkled, glazed, honey buns, and many more. I purchased two of the purple sweet potato and an apple fritter. I was not too impressed with the purple sweet potato, but the apple fritter was delicious. The price, I'm not too sure about that. Roughly $10 for 3 items seems a bit steep. read more

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Yum! We early on a Sunday morning, lots of people coming in and out. Great donuts and friendly staff. Fast service. This is an old school donut shop in a strip mall, the kind of place where you'll see a group of old men regulars sitting around a table and chatting. Ube donut with coconut was excellent. Kiddo loved the powdered sugar cream filled. Donut miss the opportunity to visit if you are in the area! read more

stop by for a quick doughnut. Delicious and fresh always worth going to home friend donut shop. The service was quick before kind. The store was very clean. read more

I had to hit up Gurnee donuts because I was in the area on a Sunday morning. Most of the donuts sold were traditional. The raised dough was a little off on texture/taste and not so sweet. The cake and buttermilk were alright. I really liked their ube donut the most. It was soft, fluffy, and moist. read more

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I love this place the best donuts anywhere just be there before two because they close at two.

Gurnee Donuts is good but not something I would drive out of my way for often. If your coming from Chicagoland area like most of us, it could be an hour drive or more. My wife likes coming here cuz she's Filipino so she wants to contribute to her people in the small business community. I would say it's worth the drive if you're also heading to Six Flags, Gurnee Mills mall or the outlet mall in Pleasant Prairie, WI. We definitely make a day out of it for our shopping trips. The donuts are fresh & made daily, their ube selections are what we mostly desire but there's also other variety like a red velvet cake donut & cherry old fashioned which was surprisingly good as I don't eat much cherry of anything. They also had an ube cinnamon roll for once which I had to try, needless to say it wasn't to my liking..too sweet for me with the glaze then added cream cheese frosting & sugar sprinkles as well. Overall, I would recommend this establishment if you're a big sweet tooth fan & if you're Filipino, at least make the trip out here once just to satisfy your curiosity. All in all, I would say it is a definite must try if you're in the area or passing through Gurnee on the highway but not a solo reason to make the trip up here for. read more

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These doughnuts are so good! Plus the person who helped us was extremely friendly! We tried one custard filled doughnut including an old fashioned glazed doughnut and they were the best. read more

After going to Lee's for years, we tried Gurnee and were shocked to discover they are just as good. The lady at the counter even threw in a handful of donut holes as a bonus. read more

Excellent donuts! The BEST! You will love these donuts! I've had these as special treats! read more

Delicious Ube donuts on the weekend. Crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle. Beautiful purple color from the Ube. Staff were friendly too. read more

I can't believe I've lived in this area and just got around to Gurnee Donuts. It's wild that one of the best donut shops has been right under my nose. From the outside, it's unassuming. A simple sign with a simple store front located in a strip. There is plenty of parking in the lot. They are open until 2pm so it's always hard for me to get out but went on a a weekend and now I have to make frequent trips because on the weekend they have ube donuts and they are some of the most delicious donuts I've tasted. They are priced reasonably, and all the donuts just look so appealing. The employees I encounter are always friendly and quick with their service. If you happen to pass by Gurnee Donuts, do yourself a favor and go in. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Honestly my favourite donuts ever. Delicious donuts located in an unassuming plaza in Gurnee. Staff is super friendly and welcoming. Come early or risk running out of your favorite donuts! They are really busy. For my fellow Asians or Asian food lovers, on the weekends, they sell ube (purple yam) donuts! It can come glazed, with fruity pebbles, oreos, or coconut! My favs are their apple turnovers, boston cream, blueberry, strawberry, regular glazed, and red velvet. They have a few specialty lattes on the menu and have milk alternatives! I had the bourbon villa latte with oat milk today. It was very smooth and went well with my donut. They also have merch- hoodies! read more

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It is so hard to find a good donut that doesn't taste plasticky or generic like those "fast food" donut places. I'm always on the lookout for authentic homemade donuts and Gurnee Donuts is takes the cake on that. I learned about this establishment from a fellow Yelper- thanks Nina and I've since returned to this strip mall several times to get my donut fix. What I love about Gurnee Donuts is the flavor and variety. They have something for everyone: long johns, cake donuts, blueberry, UBE (oohh but you have to call ahead or get there early), crullers, frosted donuts, glazed, etc. The donuts are sweet and delicious and the staff has always been so friendly. They also sell coffee! My only gripe which is a small gripe is that you have to get there early because the best donuts to the early birds! I've gone after noon (they close at 2pm I believe) and the selection wasn't that amazing. read more

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My fav donut spot. Come early in the morning on a weekend to get the best of the bunch! My fav is an Ube glazed, 2nd runner up is the cinnamon roll, 3rd is the Boston crème. But everything is delish and a sweet treat. I always have amazing service here, so kind and attentive. Additionally I love the merch, even the Box is adorable. Great spot, wonderful place for donuts! read more

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These were the most fresh and delicious donuts I've ever had. They also had great coffee which was the perfect drinking temperature. They have very good prices, and the quality and freshness of the donuts was unmatched by any other donut I've had. The donut shop had some tables for us to sit and enjoy our coffee and donuts for a while, and it was such a comfortable and welcoming environment. The woman serving us was so kind! Her hospitality and kindness changed my day. My short stop into Gurnee Donuts reminded me of how good food can be, and how kind people can be. Also, I am very adverse to sweets that are "too" sweet, but these donuts were perfectly balanced and had a delicate but present sweetness that I haven't had at other bakeries. I will be coming back. Thank you! read more

You had this fatty come in and take all the donuts and she took ALL the good ones yall need to make it so people have to order ahead for big orders read more

When you find a donut shop you love, you keep coming back! Gurnee donuts is located in a smaller strip plaza and can be easily overlooked while driving by, but the quality and taste of their donuts are unmatched. Growing up I've frequent at Gurnee Donuts whenever my parents wanted to go to the outlet mall, but my highlight was always a stop for donuts. Specifically their ube cake donut and their red velvet! When you walk into the shop, it is not super large and nor does it need to be. It's a mom and pop, they have a few tables and chairs and a display of all the donuts! You're greeted with a friendly smile, and even better treats. From long Johns, to red velvet, to ube, and chocolate, and we can't forget blueberry... no matter which flavor you try the donut is always fresh, soft and moist making you want to go for a 2nd and 3rd! Note that they do close early if their donuts sell out, so be sure to drop by earlier if you're looking for specific flavors or place an order in advance! read more

Small donut shop that packs a delicious punch of flavorful traditional donuts among other specialty items. The cafe is in a strip mall just east of Great America. Easily reach by I-294 or Route 41on Grand Avenue. When I pulled up it was already packed. I bought a dozen to bring home and try. If you know me, I had to try a little bite or 2 of everything. My favorite is the maple bacon long John with a crunch of sweet and salty. My next fav was the blueberry donut that had so much fruity flavor and I have never had a tastier one. The Boston crème was creamy but tastes like other ones I've had before. The apple fritter was great because their version is the best in its class and it's twice as big! The cinnamon roll was hefty but slightly on the dry side. The Ube cake donut had a nice texture but no Ube flavor in it. I think it was hidden behind the chocolate topping. I didn't order the other Ube choices. The other traditional donuts were definitely a step above others I've tried in the past. I'll definitely be back. read more

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We visited Chicago area this last week and my boyfriends family recommended the best donut place. We drove 30 minutes at 6am just to make it on time for delicious ube donuts we got a dozen donuts. The ube selection was so good they didn't have them displayed we had to ask for them and they were brought out from the back. Donuts were so good and fresh! Highly recommend read more

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In the past Gurnee Donuts has been really good, excellent actually, but recently I've noticed a change in the quality and taste of the donuts to the point where they are just okay. This Saturday, I gave them another try and bought a mixed dozen. One of the donuts was actually stale tasting, and a bit hard on one side. I'm not sure what is going on at Gurnee Donuts. New staff? Cost cutting measures? New suppliers? I hope that whatever it is gets resolved soon so I can continue to patronize them. read more

Gurnee Donuts: What many Midwesterners tend to associate with Gurnee (including myself) is the home of Six Flags Great America, but almost directly east of the park is a small shop called Gurnee Donuts. It's been around for over 25 years and although I undergo an annual pilgrimage to Six Flags, I've never taken the time to investigate this doughnut spot. A unique offering found only on the weekend is their ube doughnut. Ube is a purple yam commonly found in Filipino cuisine. It has a slightly nutty and vanilla flavor to it. Although I was there by 7:45am, there was a line extending out the door and they were nearly out of the OREO ube doughnut. They also offer a coconut ube doughnut, but let's just say that's not my thing. The doughnut is a cake style doughnut with a lovely purple color and topped with a generous portion of OREO crumbles. I may have detected hints of vanilla, but honestly, if I was blindfolded, I don't think I could have told the difference. I don't mean that in a bad way as it was a delicious doughnut and that means a lot from me since I greatly prefer raised/yeast style doughnuts (which is why I also got my go to raised vanilla sprinkle doughnut). It helped that their ube cake doughnut was not overly dry like a stereotypical low-quality cake doughnut but was instead pleasantly moist and satisfyingly chewy. Gurnee Donuts is Doughboy approved and the next time I'll likely give one of their giant cinnamon rolls a go. Doughboy_Food_Reviews read more

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Tried to give this place one last chance this weekend, and customer service, product availability, and product quality are worse than they have ever been here. If you go, you can expect rude staff offering very picked-over and sparse, dry donuts with none of their signature famous donuts that have put them on the map for so many years. If you ask about the signature donuts, expect an apathetic shrug from the staff. It was good while it lasted, but I look forward to getting a better Ube donut hookup in the area someday. read more

This place is pretty solid. I would recommend coming on a weekend, which is when they sell their ube donuts. I think the ube donuts are a specialty here. If you want to try their ube donuts, I would recommend coming early before they sell out! I can't speak much about the other flavors at this shop. I mostly bought the ube donuts with various toppings (i.e. toasted coconut, oreo, sprinkles, etc.) I did get a red velvet donut, and the flavor was good. I think every other donut flavor they sell are your standard donut shop flavors. read more

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I love Ube and will try any dessert with Ube in it. Years ago when I found out Gurnee Donuts sells Ube donuts, I was willing to make the 30+mile trek to try one out. I went on a weekend with family and arrived around noon. Sadly, one Ube donut remained! No one in line had claimed it and by the time it was my turn, I snagged the last one. It was an Ube donut with coconut flaked topping. The donut texture is a cake donut. As other Yelpers mentioned, the Ube flavor is faint. It's still worth ordering and our favorites in addition to the Ube are the Old Fashioned, Bear Claw and Chocolate frosted Long Johns. On our recent trip up to the Pleasant Prairie outlet, we made a pit stop in Gurnee to pick up a half dozen of their donuts. This time, I eMailed ahead and Kevin helped me secure a pair of those coveted Fruity Pebble Ube donuts. I liked these more than the coconut ones and they are very Instagrammable. Gurnee donuts won several donut awards from the Annual Donut Fest in Chicago. As a Filipino-American, I take pride in supporting a Filipino establishment that gains acclaim for their skill and talent all while surviving through Covid. On our way out, the sweet lady behind the counter comped us two free donuts (an old fashioned and a blueberry) to add to our order which was awesome! For a half dozen donuts (mix of classic and fancy) our total came out to just under $12. We'll definitely return when we're in the area. read more

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The donuts here are 10/10!! The ube donnuts are to die for. Wish they didn't close so early but it's okay. I'll wake up early to get a fresh batch in the morning! It's worth it. read more

BEST PLACE FOR DONUTS!!! Been here a couple of time. Went in yesterday and was craving for ube donuts. If you don't know what ube is, you're missing out!! They only serve ube donuts on the weekends but you have to go early to get some. My favorite is the one with toasted coconut on it. I've also tried their red velvet and that's always good too. Service is always great and quick. Will always come back for more! read more

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Catered them for an event in Chicago. The kids had to be restrained from the donut holes and the selection of regular doughnuts were outstanding. Great taste and super fresh. Haven't been to the store but highly recommend. Best doughnut I've had. read more

Pastries are awesome. Cake donuts and cinnamon rolls are my favorites. One must get there early since people line up for these treats. read more

We purchased a dozen donuts, very good. We enjoyed the differed variety of flavors that you don't find at other donut shops!

Rude disgusting stale roach covered donuts and floor. Workers hard to understand, and the taro donut tastes like cardboard. The lady behind counter started raising her voice and scared me away read more