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Gurnee Donuts

4.6 (426 reviews)
Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Dogs allowed
Good for working

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Hayley M.

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.

Steve H.

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!

Vanilla ans chocolate sprinkles,  Boston cream, red velvet, strawberry cream, chocolate glaze. And ube sprinkles
Daniela A.

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..

Delicious assortment of traditional and specialty donuts
Jeanna L.

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!

Sophie Y.

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.

Angela B.

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.

Quin B.

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.

Ube madness!
David O.

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.

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7 years ago

U have to try the maple bacon donut! AMAZING!! So good and red velvet as well ! I really love this place

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5 years ago

My favorite place to go for doughnuts! Absolutely delicious. Their lattes are not bad either ;)

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Great doughnuts with traditional assortments and a few interesting selections. I tried the maple bar with candied bacon, it was deliciuos!

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Best donuts around! Filling and fresh! A true treat! Could never go back to Dunkin! Don't ask me my favorite, I love them all! Yum!!

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6 years ago

Great Apple Fritters. A small place tucked away. We went after a friend told us about their donuts. I'm hooked!

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6 years ago

Family favorite. Their apple fritters are to die for!! Come early if you can before things sell out!

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Cool spot with nice friendly service. If you can make it on the weekend, you gotta try the glazed ube donuts. Real good stuff

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Best donuts! I bring them into work and my coworkers love them. Always fresh and delicious! You can't go wrong.

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6 years ago

Great donuts! Especially love the Apple Fritters and the old fashioned donuts...great coffee as well.

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6 years ago

Love Gurnee Donuts! They are always fresh and delicious! Take them to work to celebrate special occasions!

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6 years ago

Best donuts on the planet. No one is even close and you know it. Try them all! My favorites are the Ube' and apple fritters.

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8 years ago

Dear Gurnee Donut, please make a real ube donut.. A donut filled with ube! That would be so good! Oh and red bean! So much potential!

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