Jack&#x27;s Donuts

Still the best hands down! I was in haughville and wanted to grab a little smomething somewhere…read more.. then it hit me; Longs! I was hoping it would still be open around 230pm. Well they stay open till 10pm! Hooray! Most other donuts shops and bakeries close early afternoon, so just another reason Longs is 5 star. Small but efficient. People always friendly donuts always fresh and delicious. Fyi- Still cash only.

I came for one free donut... and left with a box full of bad decisions…read more I'm originally from Connecticut and was driving through Indianapolis on my way back to Louisville when someone told me, "Don't leave Indianapolis without stopping at Long's Bakery." Whoever you are... thank you. You changed my life. The sweet woman behind the counter heard where I was from and handed me a complimentary glazed yeast donut. Let me tell you... WHEW! It wasn't even fresh out of the oven, and it still melted in my mouth. Light, soft, perfectly glazed... I knew right then I was in trouble. I ended up buying a box with blueberry cake, applesauce cake, cinnamon sugar, Bavarian cream, glazed yeast, and a few others. Everything was incredibly fresh, and at those prices, I had to double-check the menu because I thought I was reading it wrong! When I got back to my parents' house in Louisville, we warmed a few up for just a few seconds. Game over. They somehow tasted even better. My plan was to take some to church tomorrow to share... but judging by how fast they're disappearing, I may be testifying about them instead. Before I left, the woman smiled and said, "Make sure you come back when you're in town." Oh, I'll be back. I may even create reasons to drive through Indianapolis now. Long's Bakery doesn't need fancy displays or trendy flavors. They simply make outstanding donuts with friendly service and prices that make you wonder if they accidentally forgot inflation. 10/10. Worth every mile of the detour.

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Such a beautiful sight to see this morning :-)

Parlor Doughnuts

4.5(143 reviews)

1.0 mi

I typically don't think there is much differentiation between donut shops. A donut is a donut. Why…read morespend more when they all basically taste the same? Having said that, Parlor Doughnuts is darn good though. Someone brought some samples to work so I don't know which donut I had, but it was chocolate and cinnamon with what might have been Bavarian cream inside. It was excellent and it was huge - the size of a cinnamon roll. Looking at their online menu, it might have been their churro donut.

Who doesn't love a donut!? This was a fun treat this am and even though many donuts had run out…read morethey still had enough to satisfy our sweet tooth. I enjoyed the pistachio and raspberry donut. It had a lot of crisp layers but enough glaze and tang to keep me going without being dry. We didn't have time to stop and eat, but would do so in the future as they are a fun environment and calm for a cup of coffee with a donut. A great spot!

Beautiful Decor

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Coffee

PANA Donuts Coffee & Boba Tea

4.6(169 reviews)

10.3 mi

Tried it once and it's now my place to go when ever I want a donut, they taste so good and the…read moredonuts are always soft and fluffy. I recommend. I've also tried the caramel frappe so good. Service is a 10/10.

Best donuts in Indy! So good our favorites are vanilla cake with frosting, blueberry cake, and…read moreyeast with frosting and sprinkles. 100/10 by far my favorite donuts anywhere

0.2 mi•Mile Square, Wholesale District

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Mochi Munchi

4.8(26 reviews)

They had great mochi donuts, but I wasn't a huge fan of the tea. I've had over 50 different…read moreboba/tea spots and this one lacked flavor compared to a lot of the others that I have tried. I will say that the staff was friendly and the donuts certainly made up for the drink. It was a nearly perfect texture on the donuts and not too sweet.

It is dangerous how close I live to Mochi Munchi as I go there way too much. But I can't help it--…read moretheir mochi donuts are just too good! Really, honestly some of the best I've had. A perfect blend of chewy, soft, and not too sweet. Close to monument circle/right downtown so makes it easy to grab and go (but they do have indoor seating too!). 10/10 would recommend.

Delicious donuts

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Box

PANA Donuts Coffee & Boba Tea

4.6(299 reviews)

6.7 mi

Kinda average donut. Nice place to stop by but nothing special at least with the one I tried…read more Pretty good service with quick service!

This is my go to donut and boba shop. The donuts are so good and you won't be disappointed. The…read moreservice can be better, it's been multiple times that they get the boba order wrong. Not sure if they can hear through drive thru or if they don't have the certain one they could have tell the customer. Yes, I have said it was wrong and turned out they don't have the one I usually get. It's cozy donut shop we don't normally sit and dine when we get stuff from here.

Ordering line

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The business on a Sunday afternoon

Rene's Bakery

4.5(296 reviews)

7.4 mi•Broad Ripple

I had the best gluten free, flourless chewy chocolate and walnut bite ( cookie) that I have ever…read moretasted. Limited gluten free options but this was the #1!!!!

Yummy choices, great friendly staff, lovely outdoor dining! Can't wait to dig in! I bought bread,…read moregranola and eclairs!

Vanilla croissant

Almond croissant

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Ohanalulu

4.5(192 reviews)

17.5 mi

If you love Dole Whip like you love Disney, you'll come here all of the time! I hope they expand…read moreover to the northwest side of town because it's a haul for us. We would go more often if it was closer. Haha! It's dangerously delicious. Their donuts are made in house. It smells so good when you walk in! Donuts are made to order. Everything but dole whip is hand scooped. There are so many different toppings and flavors for the donuts. They even sell dole whip by the pint! Of course, it's better straight from the soft serve machine. The employees in there are the same faces and I like to see that. They are always very personable and friendly. You'll en

My donut weakness! My first trip to Ohana donuts in 2024 and I can't believe I lasted 6 weeks. My…read morecoconut donut was warm and she frosted it & added the coconut in front of me. I ate inside for the first time and lost a star b/c none of the 4 tables or the counter were cleaned (even though there was only a table of a mom w/ 2 toddlers eating inside). They may have had rush of donut-lovers dining inside prior to our arrival. It didn't take away from the loveliness of the coconut donut!

Come join us at our Grand Opening Event! 02/14/2020

Ohana Donuts & Ice Cream - Exterior

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How cool is this surfboard stand up table?!?

Amelia’s

4.8(337 reviews)

1.1 mi•Fletcher Place

Why did it take me so long to get here? I honestly can't answer that but I had free time to kill…read moreone Sunday afternoon so I popped in for bread and a brownie. Honestly, the employees were not very friendly. I don't care that much about that in this instance because the baked goods made up for their demeanor. The brownie was nice and chewy. Very soft and even though it's super dark, it's not bitter and the salt flakes make it the perfectly balanced sweet and salty combo. Bread was insanely good. I got a half loaf of semolina and the spices on the outside are adjacent to Side Door Bagel's everything bagel seasoning. It's perfect and I wish I lived in Fountain Square so I could get a loaf whenever I need it. Haha. I enjoyed stopping in here and will be back.

I love grabbing any and all things at Amelias! Their bread, pastries and items for purchase on the…read moreshelves and in the coolers are always fun finds too! Im always greeted upon entering with a smile too, so I cant help feel like its visiting an old friend! I love the vibe of the store, the esthetics of the in and outdoor are lovely too! I admire old architecture!

The name on everyone's lips is kouign amann.

Fresh apples

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Cookies!!

Long’s Bakery

4.6(417 reviews)

7.5 mi

Legendary doughnut shop in Indianapolis. This is the South side location, the original one is on…read morethe Westside. This place has been around for a long time and has always had incredible baked goods. There used donuts are amazing. Simpli place hasn't really changed much probably since it was opened new paint once in a while, the ladies behind the counter are always very friendly and talkative. This place usually has an extremely long line especially on the weekends, I was lucky that there was no one in line when I got there. Prices are really good. They have a whole lot of different options. Different choices of donut, cakes, pastries. The atmosphere is like an old-fashioned bakery. They even have a picture on the cash register from back in the day. Highly recommend this if you're looking for a great yeast donut, or any kind of donut or cake. This is definitely a go to place in Indianapolis.

It's been a while since I last purchased Long's. The cake donuts were great. My favorite chocolate…read moredipped yeast were disappointingly dry as if they were day old but I don't believe they put out day olds so not sure why they were dry. I purchased one dozen cake & yeast mixed and 2 dozen donut holes, $23 and change. Although the donut holes were tasty, they were pre-bagged in white wax bags in the case so I didn't see them before purchasing. I was surprised that they were basically six holes still attached to each other, so each dozen are just two large donuts and you are left to separate them. People buying donut holes generally are looking for a bite sized donut that aren't going to have to be fingered by everyone you are sharing them with (the entire office). I view this as laziness. If I wanted one extra large donut, that's what I would have ordered. The point to donut holes is you only touch the one you're taking. Do better, Long's.

Yumminess

Brownie/ donut case

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Artisan Bakery

4.7(59 reviews)

6.9 mi

I felt like I was on vacation when I walked into the Artisan Bakery. So many cases filled with the…read moremost beautiful pastries. This must be Paris or some place exotic. Cakes, cookies, donuts, bread, tarts and so much more. It was hard to choose. I sampled pistachio cookies. Yum. The clerk was friendly and patient as I carefully inspected each case. So, you take a tray and clean tongs and pick what you want. I selected a pumpkin filled empanada and a Nutella puff pastry. OMG, the prices are so reasonable. The pastries were huge and delicious. My pumpkin empanada was not too sweet and was like a Thanksgiving hug. The Nutella puff pastry was light and tasty. If I lived closer, I'd stop by every day. The Artisan Bakery is a perfect stop for a special treat. They make cakes to order, and have a few on hand. The cakes are beautiful. There is plenty of parking in the little strip mall. There is no seating available to dine in - so plan to go. Well worth a visit.

You pay for quality here. They usually have ready to buy exquisite cakes but I'd recommend ordering…read moreahead. Also their sweet bread selection tends to sell out in the evenings so if you can come early! The staff is very friendly and always helpful.

Sweet breads & rolls

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So many pastries

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Rachel C.

5 years ago

Jacks Doughnuts downtown will no longer have me as a customer. Went in, waited in line, another lady comes in way after me, he speaks to her and says I'll be right w you-mind you I got none of that, then finishes up the customer in front of me, gets to me and tells me oh I'll be right w you I need to finish her order. She looks as if she is confused cause she had not started her order. She knew I knew what was going on. This is not the first time something suspicious happened. 1st time an IMPD officier was there w this same owner telling him how he took down a criminal who happened to be black and he had to say that as if I cared. You can spend your $$$ there but I will not, I'll stick w my gas station breakfast read more

Nichole S.

9 years ago

Love these donuts....while on vacation from Vegas had to try some donuts.....my in-laws own a donut shop in Vegas and have the best there, these donuts would put them in competition.....start one out in Vegas. read more

Mackerton D.

497

9 years ago

Great selection of deliciousness. Enjoyed a quick afternoon delight on a recent sunny day. Recommended stop while you are around the Capital...any time of day. read more

Alexis B.

214

6 years ago

The owner does not support the Black Lives Matter movement. I will not be supporting this business ever again.

Reannon S.

101

3 years ago

Bland, plain, and dry. Overall I just wish I had spent my money on something good and elsewhere..

April F.

9 years ago

Good donuts and friendly staff, even late at night when I dropped by.

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Great customer service! And Fresh amazing donuts . Will definitely be back ! Store was clean and…read moresmelled like fresh donuts. Amazing variety box today ! Ordered through the Too good to go app! Paid $6.99 for a dozen!

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