First time coming to this shop and what a great choice to make. Quaint little store with several pastries and donuts to choose from. I love a good donut and that exactly what I got. Friendly and polite service. They also have boba which is a favorite of my daughters. It's definitely a place to come back to. read more

The fresh donuts are delicious! Reminds me of the donut shops I grew up patronizing in California. The service is absolutely fantastic! It's a place I highly recommend and the music gets you ready to face the daily madness and with a fresh donut or two! With a hot coffee just makes my day! read more

Pretty disappointed in this donut shop. The donuts are delicious but the service is lacking. For the last couple of weeks I've popped in shortly after opening as that is when I have time to stop during my commute (maybe 3-4 times max). They have put out several Valentine options in the case. There's a huge variety of items and only a handful of several types of the donuts. Each time I've gotten two or more of the heart donuts which are red, white, pink, with sprinkles that are also Valentine colors. Valentine's and all things pink with hearts are my favorite. I've been so excited to purchase these! Today, I pop in again and the worker (who is the same each time I visit) starts complaining to me that he wishes us customers wouldn't buy those first thing in the morning because they are really only there for customers to see so they'll place custom orders of them for Valentine's Day. There is no marking saying that you cannot purchase certain items anywhere. It was so confusing and frustrating. The worker changed his tune when I told him I'd get something different if it was that big of a deal. I mean, it's donuts. It's not that serious?? I ended up changing my two-donut order to something I didn't want at all and noted this experience for future reference. read more

Stopped for coffee while traveling. The coffee shop was next door- but I'm a sucker for a donut- Sooo, I entered to check it out. Donut choices were simple- mostly cake style. Nothing different or out of the ordinary, that's when the savory options caught my eye. A sausage/hotdog wrapped in yumminess!!! And it was!! Delicious!! I believe this shop is new and possibly still figuring it out. There was a lot going on as far as menu, decor etc. 4 stars for the pig in a blanket!! Move that option to the front and center for sure!! read more

Kernol's Donuts - hot dogs wrapped in doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Love the people here and love the boba and donuts even more come get you some tasty treats

I have to change this review. After years of being in business, this donut shop has significantly changed. The donuts are not appetizing in the least. Dry pastry and way too much unbalanced flavored filling. Honestly, this is not my issue though. My issue comes from the staff. I have NEVER been treated so rude at a business taking my order. This did not happen only once, but twice. The man working was bothered from the moment I walked in. When I asked a question about the filling options, he grunted and pointed at a sign. I asked another question related to my order, his response was "I don't have every answer built in my brain". Wow. How rude. I was bothering him by giving this business a customer. A singular customer. As this business is never busy. I can see why. I will not return. This was the biggest waste of $20, and I sure have wasted plenty of $20. I regret ever going back. read more

Love these mom and pop donut shops that are popping up everywhere! I prefer to spend my money through them then a huge franchise. Kernols has been around for almost two years and I love their sweets! A little smaller size donuts than I've seen in other shops, but the flavor is all there! My daughter and I usually stop by when we're in the area. I love that they also offer blended coffees and boba tea! Also, they have a small selection of breakfast items to go! read more

Kernol's Donuts - Bow tie and sprinkle glazed - Donuts Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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How have I not written a review for this place yet? The owners are always friendly, the coffee drinks are good, and the donuts and fritters are excellent. They're also open on Sundays, which is when I usually have free time but it's hard to find anything open. read more

Great boba and donuts! Love every item I purchased. My grandpa goes every morning for a cinnamon twist donut and always leaves with a smile. The workers are all very sweet. The environment is adorable, great for lunch dates with your children! P.S. TRY THE SAUSAGE ROLLS! read more

Fresh delicious donuts that never disappoint. We've only been here a week and already visited twice. Pick how you want your cream filled, donut holes that melt in your mouth. Highly recommend and the price is right! read more

Many people in this great land continue to embrace the decadent foods that were shunned in recent decades--real ice cream, frozen custard, big, juicy burgers, and doughnuts, for example. With the demand in place, these restaurants are opening all over the place.  Some of these are individual "mom n pop" type places or small, local chains. Kernol's is an example of the former, and it represents everything that is right, good, wholesome, and desirable about a family owned business. The personal attention you receive, the commitment to quality and customer satisfaction they exhibit, are so refreshing. And Kernol's makes a fine, fine, doughnut. I kept it simple and ordered a couple of glazed and a couple of chocolate frosted. They were delicious. The soft freshness was obvious, and the flavor was excellent. Density and texture-wise, I would put the doughnuts here as a hybrid between Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' Doughnuts. I found the taste and quality to be superior to both, though I will admit that a fresh hot glazed from KK is one of life's singular most wonderful pleasures. Something they do here at Kernol's that is really awesome is that if you order a doughnut with a filling (creme, lemon, raspberry, custard, etc.), they fill it on the spot, which keeps it fresh and does not give it hours and hours to soak into the dough and lose its texture or consistency. If you are looking for an outstanding doughnut prepared by a locally owned and operated family business who is dedicated to quality and to your satisfaction, I highly recommend Kernol's. read more

Kernol's Donuts - They put the filling in fresh when you order (third row from top) - Donuts Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Oh yeah. Just three miles up the road and easily accessible. Custom filled and fresh donuts to order. One word, Yummy!!!

Good doughnuts and were soft. Still haven't been able to try there doughnut holes but everyone keeps telling me they are delicious. The woman that waited on me the day had really good customer service. The atmosphere of the place was great. I will make sure to go back again but make sure that I get there earlier in the day so I can get me some doughnut holes and try them out. read more

Best donut place in town!!! If you love croissants then you MUST try the Bacon, Egg and Cheese, it is the BEST breakfast sandwich out there. You will never go back to Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts. This is a fabulous option, just a little out of the way but so worth the short drive down Peters Creek. I have had the Maple Bacon and it is fantastic also. Their donuts are light and fluffy with a good flavor but not so much that you feel grease oozing. Please do yourself a breakfast favor and try!! read more

Highly recommend if you're wanting yummy donuts and grab a boba tea while you're there. You won't be disappointed.

Awesome Awesome Awesome!!!! I love the fact that you can fill your doughnuts with whatever flavor you want. The Kolaches are an awesome quick breakfast on the go. The young lady working (Amy) was super nice, helpful, and made one of the best bubble Thai teas I've ever had. 1000% would recommend! read more

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I came in a while back on national donut day (which by the way they gave me a free donut!) and while I didn't have high hopes, these donuts knocked my socks off! They were super soft and you can tell they were fresh. It's been a while since I've stopped by and after trying some other local donut places, this is truly your best option! read more

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I'm from California and was visiting my cousin. He told me about this mom&pop shop. Damn this place is amazing. Robert makes the best donut holes. However, you can't go wrong with the other flavors. Friendly service makes this place a go to pit stop. read more

This was surprising find we came across while running errands one day. Hubby went it and bought a mixed selection of donuts for the crew so we could see if they were as good as other reviews said they were. And they were quite yummy! They tasted fresh, and had good flavor throughout. The filled donuts were filled well and not overly sweet like some other places. All in all, our family if 7, from ages 4-42, enjoyed our taste experience from this location. Y'all should try them! :) read more

Great Boba tea and filled doughnuts. Clean establishment and friendly service. It's a go to for us when we want a sweet treat.

Fresh and delicious, friendly service. Great local business. Convenient and quick. Recommend!

Delicious. Friendly employees. We drove 20 minutes out of the way for these. Definitely worth it.

We ordered around 120 donuts for dessert for our wedding at Graylyn Estate. After talking to them over the phone a few months in advance, we stopped by the store 2 days before and placed a specific order. We were able to pick them up the morning of the wedding. Every one at the store was very helpful from helping us pick out donuts (and giving us free samples) and making sure everything was ready on time for that morning. The donuts were delicious, and all gone by the end of the wedding. read more

Kernol's Donuts - a variety of donuts - Donuts Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

I was so excited to see a local donut place open in my area. Local Donuts are so much better than the mass-produced ones you get at chain stores. We got a variety of six and all were delicious. The pumpkin had a great pumpkin flavor without too much spice or being overly sweet. All of the donuts had a great flavor. The apple fritter was huge and made a yummy breakfast the next day. Prices are really good. We will definitely be going there again. read more

Kernol's Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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I was in winston for work and heard they had kolache so i had to go. It was pure ecstacy, soft warm & fluffy. The sausage was flavorful

Absolutely love the doughnuts and the staff !!! The doughnuts are so good they just melt in your mouth !!!

We LOVE getting donuts from here! Huge selection for such a small place. The staff is always very nice. I personally love the chocolate cake donut and any of the cinnamon sugar donut options. Always fresh and delicious. read more

I'm from California and these donuts are the bomb! Robert's donut holes are to die for! It's worth another trip back to North Carolina!

We were craving doughnuts but wanted something different than the usual Krispy Kreme. A quick search pulled up Kernol's. Hidden away in a shopping center we had no idea this gem was here! "Mama Kern" was very patient with us as we chose a whole box full of different shaped and decorated doughnuts. The price was extremely reasonable and the shop was very clean! We got in our car and ate every single one of the doughnuts. SO good! Later we checked out the website and read the story of how the business started- amazing! Definitely check this place out!!! read more

Kernol's Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Great taste. Some unusual combos that are amazing. Pleasant management and customer service. Family owned and operated.

Everything is always fresh and you can tell they take great pride in all of their products! Everyone is always friendly and ready to help.

Best donuts in Winston Salem. Bottom line. Krispy Kremes ain't got shit on this donut shop! Try her cinnamon sugar donut holes. Addicting to say the least! read more

Great food and people. They put the cream in the cream filled donut right before you buy it so it's fresh. We go here all the time. You should too! read more

They are a little pricey compared to other places. When they run out of a certain type for the day, they don't restock them. On the other hand, the donuts are very good. Get there early! read more

I've been loyal to Krispy Kreme my whole life...but this may be better. (Gasp!) I've stopped in the store several times to grab doughnuts for groups or just for the family. The cream-filled long johns are my favorite, with the apple fritters coming in at a close second. Oh, and the maple-bacon...Yum! When I grab these for groups, I always get extra in hopes of having leftovers...but rarely have leftovers. They are always a hit. The staff is always friendly and happy, eager to help. Shop is spotlessly clean. Glad to have them in the area, even if it's trouble for my waistline. :) read more

Great variety and they were very fresh! Service was great as well! Clean and not crowded, enjoyed our time.

Kernol's donuts are always great! The people there are exceptionally friendly and helpful!

A newcomer to the doughnut game in Winston Salem/Lexington. My family took me here singing high praises for these doughnuts. My sister, the premiere social butterfly, had a pleasant conversation with the cashier who rang up our order and I got an opportunity to try both their original and their chocolate covered doughnut. I was told they are light & airy, which is entirely accurate. I'll bet you these doughnuts are healthier and less heavy/painful than many you'll find in this area (where grease and bad for you stuff rule the day). In fact, my nephew had a doughnut cake from here recently for his birthday which was a big hit. My sister also appreciates the politeness of the staff so may they have great success here. read more

These donuts are always so fresh and delicious, they always have new fun seasonal flavors. Also the music is always on point and you couldn't ask for nicer people who run this gem. read more

Donuts here always satisfy my sweet tooth where it's difficult to keep it to just 1! Got donuts/donut holes for my recent baby gender reveal and it added to such a sweet occasion. Owners and staff are so kind and friendly. read more