This isn't exactly the ideal post-workout meal ... but when it's my first time trying @kanes_donuts, you make an exception. Big thanks to @cisco Duo for the enablement (and breakfast)! I went with the Bacon Maple -- and wow... these donuts are HUGE! read more

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Definitely some of the best donuts I've ever had! I've been to all of their locations, but have been going to the downtown Boston location most recently as it's close to my work. The donuts are ginormous and there's so many yummy flavors to choose from. I am partial to their glazed, raised chocolate frosted, maine blueberry, and apple fritter. I had a strawberry frosted a week or so ago and it's the only one I've been disappointed with - there wasn't enough frosting or enough flavor to the frosting. I would normally deduct a star, BUT - my boyfriend is gluten free and he LOVES the variety that he can get at Kane's. He was almost weepy as he bit into a donut and said "I haven't had a jelly donut in 12 years...!". So, thank you for that! Now, he buys 5-6 donuts at a time because he lives far out of the city. I doubt he shares. ha! Keep up the good work! read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Regular and gluten free - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Gluten free donuts! In a million flavors?! Yes please! Thank you for not forcing gluten free folks to have yet another basic chocolate donut. I went on a donut spree here! Was so glad to catch them at fall flavor time. Honestly, If I could ship these to our house, I would. Like in a heartbeat. They are to actually die for! Maple Bacon, Apple Cider, Cinnamon sugar, jelly filled, cookies and cream, and more! You name it, I tried it! My husband got his own not gluten free donuts and was also very much so in heaven. The bottom line is the do donuts WELL! read more

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If I could give a million stars to Kane's Donuts, I would. WOWZA! KD was on my must-visit list while I was in Boston and I'm so glad I got a chance to go...twice. The shop wasn't crazy busy either time my group went, but it was early in the morning. All the donuts on display look delicious and there's so many to choose from-- they also have cinnamon rolls bigger than your head. More importantly, they have tiers of several gluten-free donut flavors, and I was in paradise. I got a few different ones like apple cider, pumpkin, etc. but the masterpiece was their jelly donut. Oh. My. Goodness. Hands down, best gluten-free donut EVER, but also the best jelly one I've ever had. KD is an absolute must for donut lovers and I'm still dreaming about that jelly donut even now. read more

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This is a cute place, but the atmosphere wasn't super welcoming. Felt a little too industrial for a donut shop in my opinion. The staff were super nice and welcoming though! I tried a couple of the gluten-free options -- the lemon poppyseed was absolutely delicious with a bright, citrusy flavor and great texture. Unfortunately, the maple bacon donut was a bit stale, which was a letdown since I had high hopes for it. That said, I really appreciate the variety they offer, especially for gluten-free options. Overall, it's a great little spot for a donut fix, and I'd definitely go back to try other flavors. Just maybe stick to the lemon if you're going gluten-free! read more

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Had a craving for the BEST donuts in Boston! Kane's got the 5 donuts selection cruller, jelly, apple fritter and classic boston cream and the jack pumpkin! Also got the Kane's King sandwich! The sandwich was delicious 2 eggs five pieces of bacon, 2 slices of American cheese, cooked perfectly bacon crispy toast fresh! Service was great my order was made correctly and it was satisfying! The donuts are always top tier fresh made and the size of them are large! Love coming here because the people and the staff are friendly welcoming and they seem to enjoy their job! This place is wholesome! Check them out if you haven't yet you won't be disappointed!!! read more

So simple and delicious! I came by Kane's on an early Saturday morning while walking through downtown and I was able to try a couple of their donuts. They have a good mix of classic and more unique flavors on their menu, and they've always got rotating specialty flavors to try if that's your thing. It was so early the shop wasn't busy but I'm sure it gets packed after 9am. The staff here are efficient and are always happy to give flavor recommendations. My favorite was the Maine blueberry donut, it was fragrant and soft and I want to eat another even though I'm typically not a cake donut person. The other donut I got was a chocolate raised. I thought this one was great, the raised dough was airy but still had some substance to it while the chocolate frosting didn't taste fake or like a fancy chocolate which is exactly what I prefer. The donuts are also massive! They are on the pricier side but the quality and quantity make it worth it. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The building is under construction (Sep 2025) but the entrance is well marked. We each had a cruller which was huge, but light and airy. Delicious. Fairly standard black coffee. Friendly service. read more

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Ordered online around 740 AM, email said be ready by 8, so I show up at 8:03, wait around for 10 minutes while numerous people who walked into order get their order and leave, 12 minutes go by "oh this #, finally goes to check, cold, horribly made. Zero stars. How downhill this place has gone in a few years smh read more

I've been following online for years and I finally got to have some GF donuts!! There was no wait and we were able to pick out our donuts and be on our way in a minute. The gluten free donuts are stored separately. They are huge! And they are super soft. You wouldn't even know they were gluten free just by looking at them or the taste. We got the apple cider, glazed, chocolate frosted, and cinnamon. Yum yum yum! read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - KGF Donut (5 or less) - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came in on a Saturday morning to find an actual line at this downtown Boston location! Picked up a box of a dozen for my son's track team. These donuts are grand! Needless to say, they went over well with everyone. read more

This spot was rated top 10 in the country for donuts. Theirs are mostly all yeast-raised rings in a wide variety of creative and standard flavors. If you like a standard glazed, try their highly ranked Honey Dip. I also love their use of real strawberries in the strawberry frosted one. The owners are very friendly and proud of their family-run shop that has been running for over 70 years. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We were in Boston and stopped in to check out the donuts here. The service was fast and friendly and the donuts were all displayed nicely. We decided on a blueberry butternut, a raspberry, and a coconut donut. They were in my opinion a little pricey, but it is Boston. All of the donuts were good, but nothing amazing. I'd say in taste they compare with Dunkin, which was a little disappointing. Still. If we were in the area again we would probably stop by. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Coconut donut - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Kane's has one of my favorite donuts in Boston - especially their honey dipped donut. The downtown Boston location is small and tucked away, but the service is really fast. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Cheat day alert! Dollar coffee on Wednesday! Slide by this donut joint early to get a freshie before they'll all gone! read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Nut allergy warning: The turtle donut contains nuts, but I've eaten here with no issues with cross contamination since they keep donuts on separate racks, and I think the ones with nuts are at the bottom so nothing falls. Some seasonals may also have nuts. However, the gluten free line is completely free of nuts if that's a concern! Three years ago, I rated Kane's the best donut in Boston when I visited. I'm delighted to say that it still maintains this ranking! I ordered 12 donuts to go and it was ready pretty quickly. We got the Apple Fritter, two Boston Cremes, one Creme Brulee, one Jelly, one Maine Blueberry, two Maple Bacon, one Chocolate, one Honey Dipped, and two Plain donuts. The apple fritter, creme brulee, and Boston Cremes were the most popular in my group. Every donut had the perfect chewiness of texture and delicious flavors. Very much worth the splurge (two people can split one donut) and they are fantastic donuts! read more

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6 years later and I'm back! Kane's still deserves all the stars. The people were really nice and I was able to get the doughnuts pretty fast even with a long line. I got 3 honey dips, a honey lemon, chocolate iced, and Maine blueberry. They are all amazing. I saved 2 to try to take back to Florida (fingers crossed). These are so fluffy and huge - not oily which I appreciate. Absolutely worth the money and a small, local business. Thank you again! read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Honey dip - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Spent a couple of days in Boston and stayed at a hotel near here. I stopped in here twice - most people will want to know about the donuts so we'll start with that. Typically I'd order a chocolate icing donut, but I couldn't take my eyes off the gluten free lemon poppyseed - she was such a beauty. I went for it and it was great! Let me include the line for clarity: you'd never guess it was gluten free. Great texture and taste and lovely thin layer of icing around the whole thing. I saved some for later, which ended up being a couple days later, and I was surprised how fresh it still tasted. The other time I came in, I was wanting my typical breakfast which is an English muffin and two eggs - so I ordered a modified breakfast sandwich. I mean, I got my English muffin and two egg patties... but I can say it was probably the worst version of "my" breakfast I've ever had. The muffin was maybe warmed but not toasted. And what was it, grocery store brand? Not buttered or anything. Then yeah, there were two egg patties in between. I get this isn't their specialty, but if you're going to put an egg sandwich on the menu, make it good? I also had a drip coffee, black, thought it was very good. One day (a Friday) there were lots of tables in the plaza to eat at. The next day (a Saturday) there were just two tables with the rest stored and tied up. So presumably the two belong to Kane's and the rest have to do with the nearby office building and don't get set up on the weekends. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Egg sandwich no meat no cheese, the most MEH English muffin and eggs I've ever had. Get a toaster oven or something! - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came in an early Sunday morning and parking was already pretty tough in downtown even though it is free Sundays. There is no indoor seating only a small window counter but there some outdoor tables and chairs. There was no wait and plenty of donuts available. Service was quick. 8.5/10 Creme Brulee Donut $4 - Pretty large yeast donut with a crispy and sticky shell and creamy custard filling. Donut was soft and airy but custard was slightly artificial. Shell was pretty much a thin layer of candy and was well made. Overall on the sweeter side so I recommend getting a coffee or milk to go with. read more

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Such a good find for gluten free donuts. I was amazed by the variety if options they had including a jelly donut flavor. They also had tons of amazing regular looking donuts. There was also coffee and some cookie boxes. Overall really great price for gluten free as well. Great find in the city! read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Loved their donuts! Friendly workers and a large menu. I took mine home to eat- it's a fairly small space but def worth checking out! My favorite was the honey one, but the gluten free maple bacon was a close second! I really like that their donuts are too sweet. read more

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Service was great, donuts are light and delicious morning or after treat!! Super recommend!! read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts are so fresh and light!! Delicious miring and afternoon treat, people attending were friendly and helpful, on a Monday morning!! - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They look like big fluffy yeast donuts but they're not! They are big, fat, crumby, flavorful CAKE donuts! Apple cider donut (seasonal) was delicious. It was so big it felt like forever to eat but there was no way I was going to put it down. 1 donut can easily be shared between 2-3 people. But I'm not a quitter! Anyhoo, there's a large variety to select from. The line moves quickly, staff are great. The shop is small, so be patient and mind your manners lol it'll be worth it! read more

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How can anyone go wrong with giant doughnuts? The varieties here are intense and served right off the trays on which they were baked. Always served with a smile in a line that winds around quickly. Has become a birthday tradition! read more

I'm not really into sweet stuff, but the youngin's in our group insisted that these were supposedly the best donuts around, so off we went hunting this place down....and thanks to Google maps, we finally found the place. This is a very cute, fun, and colorful donut bakery that's for take-out only.....you just get in the line, decide what you want from either the menu or display, order it, and pay for it at the cashier....very simple and easy. As for seating, there's really only a small bar counter by the window....probably better to take it outside to eat anyway, unless you don't mind people in line brushing up against you as it moves. The selection of donuts on display was not many, but what they did have looked absolutely amazing.....so pretty and creative to look at, so incredibly yummy to gaze at, and so very difficult to choose just one. As such, we each chose one we wanted to try.....the Cookies & Cream, the Boston Cream, the Maine Blueberry, and Honey Jelly, I did take a bite of each and they were all very good quality, very fresh made, and actually very decadently yummy. However, the Cookies & Cream and Maine Blueberry had that cakey texture to the donut that I'm not really into. I much prefer the classic soft and fluffy donut inside, and that was exactly what I got with the Honey Jelly. However, the filling, although really yummy too, was way too sweet for my taste. Ok, so this experience for me was likely a once in a lifetime event, since I try to eat a healthy diet.....but unfortunately, healthy eating absolutely won't be found here. Was still a very nice and fun experience though. read more

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I was ready for my after breakfast snack (lol) and a doughnut was the trick. Honey crisp - I had this while at the shop and I enjoyed the sweetness of the doughnut. The doughnut itself was very fresh. I had the blueberry doughnut about an hour later and I really liked how the doughnut tasted as if I just bought it from the store. read more

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How to make a Monday not feel like a Monday - go to Kane's ! We have been enjoying Kane's donuts for years. It's a great place to bring out of town visitors as they will not be disappointed. Regardless of the line, service is always prompt and friendly. The inside is quite small! But don't let that fool you as they have a variety of offerings - even gluten free and they're pretty tasty. I usually order online for pickup cause it can get pretty busy, especially fri-Sundays! Don't take my word for it, try them for yourself! read more

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On the way to Kane's Donuts, I was passed by a customer with a large bag of their product. I've ordered twice now for pick up. There are signs typed out in all caps asking patrons to please ask for assistance in claiming their pastries. French Cruellers are available on Fridays only, by which they mean Friday mornings (hint, hint). I found it light, but a little oily. My preference was the Creme Brulee, which was large and fluffy, coated with a layer of shattering sugar and filled with a pleasant custard. Too sweet for some, but just fine for me. read more

These were amazing. I woke up fairly early on a Monday morning and felt a donut hankering, so I wandered over to Kane's to grab some for me and my top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality. We were staying near Boston Common, so this ended up being about a 10- to 15-minute walk through what I'm assuming is the Boston equivalent of NYC's Financial District. It was probably around 7ish but you could see a few early birds coming in to start the week, and it didn't seem as gritty/dirty as its Manhattan counterpart. Kane's was easy to spot. The interior space is relatively small; this is a to-go establishment, with nothing that I saw in the way of seating. Despite it being primo donut time in my view, there was only one or two other customers in there at the time and I was waited on promptly. I opted for a half dozen donuts. I'd done a bit of research beforehand and knew the honey glaze was a big seller, so that was procured. For my own personal enjoyment, I went with one of my faves, maple/bacon, as well as a strawberry frosted. Morally (when in Rome) I also purchased the Boston Cream and two other frosted options, including a Celtics-themed one. My donuts were excellent. The flavor was perfect, and the density was right on the money. I don't like a donut that's TOO airy/light (similar to a mochi donut, which is starting to gain steam in my neck of the woods) and I'm not crazy about super heavy, cakey donuts. These were just right, and very decent sizes for the price. I also liked that the bacon was broken down into bits (I've encountered a few of these with giant slabs of bacon), which made it easier to munch on. My chum gave the rest top marks, and also confirmed they had some staying power - they survived the trip back home and contributed to her caloric intake the subsequent day, still fairly fresh apparently. I've made the mistake of going into Dunkin Donuts after 2PM and the same-day donut situation is rough and way too crunchy. Not a problem here at all. The service was also top-notch. The fellow behind the counter was very friendly, helpful and patient (standing stoically by as I hemmed and hawed over my options). Everyone I interacted with was in a pleasant mood, despite it being Monday morning, the darkest of times. Huge recommend and would absolutely stop by if I'm in a situation again where I need to require early morning sustenance for my people. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

These are the BEST donuts in Boston! Kane's donuts come in yeast, cake, filled, and gluten free styles. Their gluten free donuts are also dairy and nut free, making them incredibly allergen friendly. You can't go wrong with any flavor, but their honey dip is my favorite (classic, not overly sweet, and fluffy like a delicious cloud). Their french cruller is also huge, crisp, and wonderfully airy. Maria is so sweet, and they have great customer service. There's some street parking nearby, and when it's warm out, they'll have a few tables and chairs outside. Highly recommend this Boston staple donut shop! read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Best donuts in Boston - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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A wide selection of good looking and great tasting doughnuts! Open early too (7am) we liked it so much we went back two days in a row. The filled doughnuts were really full and the gluten free maple bacon tasted just as good as the regular ones. The people running the shop were helpful and friendly too - I just wish they had a nice place to sit and eat but there's construction going on so maybe next time? read more

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We've been ordering from Kane's Donuts for our events every six months, usually large orders of 200+ donuts, and they've never let us down. Every new hire and employee loves Kane's and they've come to expect the delicious treats at every event. The donuts are always fresh, consistently a fan favorite, and the service is flawless--no late deliveries, no wrong orders. Recently, when the downtown office near our Boston location had to close temporarily due to construction, we were worried about fulfilling an upcoming event order. Thankfully, I was able to reach out to their other locations, and the team was incredibly helpful in coordinating our order and same-day delivery. Maria, one of the owners, was absolutely wonderful--so kind, responsive, and accommodating with no questions asked. We truly love Kane's Donuts and highly recommend them to anyone looking for just one donut or hundreds. They handle it all with professionalism and care! Thank you! - PwC loves Kanes! read more

Absolutely delicious donuts and coffee! I will come back next time I'm in town! The donuts are massive and super fresh. read more

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Drove all the way from Chicago and had to try these doughnuts. I seen a few people review them online and said they were great. I can't eat dairy or gluten and they did not disappoint especially with all the options. The man helping us was super helpful and he gave us two free doughnuts for coming this far. If I ever find myself in Boston again this will be my first stop. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We were told to try Kane's while in Boston for our family trip and it did not disappoint. We ordered a chocolate glazed, strawberry frosted, chocolate frosted, and Maine blueberry..... YUMMMMM! These donuts were huge and really well made. Our family definitely enjoyed going here. We also liked that we could eat outside because it was such a nice day. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Dozen Mixed Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Dining method: Counter-serve and sat at the tables outside Item(s) ordered: Apple Cider gluten-free donut and small iced coffee Service: Fast! Value: Sadly expensive for some items, especially for the gluten-free option. My doughnut was over $5. The review: I always say that I'm willing to pay, as long as the food is quality. This rings true when shelling out for a Kane's donut at this cute and humble counter-serve spot. Dense and flavorful, even the gluten-free options will render you mute with happiness. The only drawback was their iced coffee, which was less than drinkable. But I was there for the donuts! Highly recommend. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Iced coffee - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Don't know why I waited so long trying these!! So many great flavours! I tried some of the September flavours; apple caramel and blueberry crunch! So so good!! They are huge! read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Very very delicious! So amazing to find gluten free donuts. Friendly staff and yummy treats.

This cute spot was small inside so you need to do takeout but there's a small grassy area with benches nearby so you can sit there like I did. The staff was friendly but did give us the wrong donut which was a bummer. We asked for the blueberry crunch and got the normal blueberry but it was still good. The crème brûlée donut was my personal favorite and weirdly enough the milk was delicious. Defiantly recommend read more

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Doughnuts are so soft and fluffy. Had a sweet and salty sandwich. All the fillings were so good. I would have liked the cheese more melted, but it was good. There's an indoor place to eat next door. Staff was attentive and friendly. Really feels like a small town doughnut place. read more

Kane's Donuts - Downtown - Donuts Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts