The best doughnuts and service. The employees seem friendly, management must be doing something right.

It is National Donut Day and I wanted to try someplace local and popular. There are a LOT of highly rated local donut places in the area, but I've heard a lot of great things about Long's. And everything I heard was true. I will preface by saying I don't eat a lot of donuts. But every once in awhile, I will indulge. The outside of the place is very cute and there is plenty of parking for as busy as they are. They are very busy, but the service is excellent. Now I will start by saying they are CASH ONLY, and I did not notice an ATM, so make sure you have cash before you get there. I probably saw between 30-40 varieties of donuts & pastries. Now the biggest downside was they have huge plastic coverings over the counter due to protection from Covid. I applaud them for safety, but you can't see the donuts on the back wall, and they only have a small, hand printed menu. They really need a clear plastic barrier, so you can see the donuts better. I can only eat about three donuts at the most. I got a glazed twist, a Bavarian Cream, and a maple iced cake donut. The maple donut was by far my favorite. The glazed twist was also really good. Now the Bavarian Cream was actually a Boston Cream, because Bavarian Cream Donuts do not have chocolate on top. It was fine, but I also prefer a darker chocolate icing, so, I wouldn't order that one again. But I highly recommend this place, because the donuts taste fresh, they are reasonable, and you're supporting a local business. read more

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Hot fresh donuts all day long! Best donuts and pastries in Indianapolis. Cinnamon fried and apple fried donuts my favorite and have never found anything like them. Line out the doors in morning hours. read more

Southsides best donuts. My favorite cinnamon nut fry. Staff is always very friendly. Great at large orders being ready when placed ahead. read more

Everything is ALWAYS so good! I don't love that it's cash only, but it's worth it. Go EARLY and everything is still fresh and warm!

Everyone knows how great these donuts are! If you don't, you are missing out. Cash only so don't forget to stop at the bank on your way. Chase back is near. read more

I mean what can you say about a bakery that is a staple in Indy! Fresh yeast donuts are my favorite. Brownies, pies, cakes and everything sweet. read more

Best doughnuts in the Indy area, Prices are really good, friendly staff and the wait time is always good

Long's Bakery has two locations in Indy, one on the Westside and a Southside location. Both are incredibly popular and well loved for their donuts and pasteries. I recently found out the Southside Long's offers several bakery items the Westside store doesn't carry. Thanks to a friend, I was introduced to the Chocolate Cheese Cake. The Chocolate Cheese Cake doesn't have a graham cracker crust but made with their pastry crust. Quite different but so tasty and it was devoured quickly. The mini peach and apple pies are terrific plus the perfect size. They keep me from indulging in a full size pie and no temptation lingering at home. The standard glazed yeast, chocolate iced yeast, alligators and blueberry cake donuts are a huge hit at our house. Now I'll be driving to the Southside for new treats the Westside (Tremont & West 16th St.) doesn't carry. The bakery is cash only which I find is a problem when I sporadically pop in and forget to check the cash situation. The lines are usually long and move quickly but they do have several slower times throughout the day. The Southside store does have a busy parking lot which the Westside is street parking only. I made the mistake of parking in the front and had trouble backing out. The history alone can confirm how delicious and loved the treats are. Whether you're ordering a special occasion cake or just grabbing breakfast, I suggest you try Long's Bakery if you've never been. Surprise family and friends with Long's and their faces light up! read more

There are some wonderful options available for satisfying your cravings for pastry. On my recent visit, I avoided the long lines by arriving around noon. There were plenty of options left to choose from. So, while I waited, I made mental notes of some of the pastries I was interested in. Before long, I was helped by one of the staff who walked along the opposite side of the counter with me after I let her know I wanted a small box to go. My selections included an apple crisp (nice bite-sized pieces of apple inside), cherry crisp (both crisps were glazed with a white powdered sugar based icing), an apple fries roll (more cakey with a cinnamon apple flavor), an iced lemon danish (large with a generous tart lemon center), and a couple of glazed yeast donuts (just because I knew my wife would appreciate them.) All were quite good! So, why not 5 stars? Well, a few things were noticeable. First, this is a cash only business. I understand that most of the regulars know that, but I will admit I was trying to keep a running total in my mind on my purchase because I only had so much cash on me. I could see this being a problem for an early morning customer who was short on cash. Second, the parking is available in a lot that is on three sides of the business (I think), but the space on the front is kind of tight for backing out, especially if any cars are passing behind. Finally, the options here seemed to be mostly standard donuts and pastries, with some cakes available. Compared to some bakeries like the Heidelburg Haus or Gallery Pastry, there options were basic. Think of it as the difference between a steak house and a burger joint, or a chef and a cook. Both can have good food, just on different levels. This place is great at the basics and has very affordable options. Review #301 read more

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I was not impressed with the donuts. I had never bought any before and I had heard good things about them for years. I was looking forward to being amazed and I wasn't. read more

Love me some Longs is in a battle with Pana Donuts for the best in the city! Who will win?

Best fresh donuts in Indiana. I haven't ever gotten past the traditional yeast to try any others. Don't forget to bring ur cash

I've been coming to this Southport location since I was little. My dad grew up right off of Derbyshire road which is with in walking distance to Long's. The quality is consistent. Baked fresh donuts, cakes, pies, cookies, brownies devoured by loyal followers everyday! The icings and glazes they make are so fresh. Try the sugar cookies with icing if you're able to snag one. My personal favorite is the Bavarian cream donut. It has a great chocolate icing on top and a lot of the Bavarian cream inside. They don't skimp like some donut chains do. If you have ever had a traditional strudel then you know the cream cheese one is top notch. Lots of cream cheese in between flaky strudel crust and topped with lots of icing. Every time I go there I keep telling myself to buy a Long's mug. I forgot this time. I will though! This Long's location busy. That's always a good sign though. If your busy it must be good. The employees are like a well oiled machine though. They keep the line moving and customers are entering and exiting like a revolving door. I do like this location versus the westside location only because it's the main one we've gone to for years. *Remember cash only. read more

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If I could give no stars or negative stars I would. I am super disappointed in the staff at this location. My boyfriend, who is a black man, went in asking to place our order at the counter. The female staff immediately was giving rude looks towards him, as he began to tell and point to the the lady his order she began to correct him loudly on the names of the donuts and then turning around to look at the other staff members and laugh at him for not knowing the "proper" names of donuts. He would say the glazed twisted long donuts and she would loudly go "actually they are ..." and turn to laugh with her coworkers. For one portion of our order the lady had to retrieve the donuts from the back of the store area and when she returned she glanced at her coworkers and again began laughing as if some inside joke about the donuts or if the donuts were in some way "messed with" this made me feel extremely uncomfortable in even eating the donuts at this location. My boyfriend completed the order by asked for 2 things of white milk the lady then goes on to slowly pronounce all the different milk options and tell him the expiration dates on them. Never in my life have I had them read me the expiration date to me. Feels completely targeted and as if the staff intended to embarrass him. He left feeling uncomfortable and quite frankly like he'd been racially targeted. Plenty of customers were ahead and behind him that were not treated that way. I'm extremely disappointed and disgusted at the staff working. Do better. read more

love love love this LITTLE donut and cake shop, i've been going to longs ever since i was a little girl and they never have disappointed me, no matter what time a day you go in they're usually always busy or a line, don't even get me started on how busy it is on sunday mornings, but that's beside the point that. the donuts or anything you pick is going to be delicious and fresh. a favorite / staple thing you have to get is the classic glazed yeast, best donut you'll ever have in your life!! read more

I have had better and I have had worse. Was expecting the mother of all doughnuts after all the ranting and raving I heard about this place after moving to Indianapolis. I love that they have a wide variety of doughnuts and they are well priced as well. I did enjoy the glazed and the blueberry doughnuts and would recommend these the most. First time I went I was unaware they didn't take card, my fall since I didn't look into it more. So there I was, counting pennies trying to pay. I also have yet to meet one worker who looks like they are happy to be employed. I mean, I know it's work but a smile wouldn't kill you. I even tried to make small talk/joke with the woman cashing me out and she acted like I didn't say anything and just gave me a look lol ah well I'll stay on the band wagon and keep buying my co workers their doughnuts :) Update: I just had a pleasant experience with a worker named Colleen. Very friendly and open to suggestions. I hope o see her around again! read more

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They have the best fresh donuts in town only down side is they are cash only. Wish they would take cards.

57 cents. Bring it. Literally! This place is cash only, but a few quarters & some pennies are all you need to get in on the good stuff. (Note: The good stuff = a yeast donut) Open surprisingly late on Sunday's - I popped in at 6 PM and they were going strong! read more

The. BEST. DONUTS. PERIOD.!!! I can't believe it has taken me so long to understand what all the buzz around Long's is. Let me tell you one thing: every good thing you have ever heard about them is true!!! These have to be the best donuts I have had since moving to Indiana, the first time, 7 years ago. If there is one donut of theirs you should try let it be the Blueberry Cake donut! That is the greatest cake donut in the state! read more

They have the best donuts! They're a small business that's been around for years, but that makes them that much better.

I was born down the street from this bakery. There hasn't been a year go by in over 4 decades we havnt bought doughnuts and things here regularly. Always the same amazing stuff and always at a crazy low price. They could double their fees and it would seem normal. 5 STARS read more

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Glazed yeast are a must. They've got a large selection of goodies. Great cake and donuts. Staff are nice. Sometimes there is a bit of a line in the morning though. read more

HANDS DOWN THE BEST DONUTS IN TOWN!! They taste the best when they are warm. I always go for the plain glazed donuts. Yum!

Love the food and services is always amazing! Even with long lines they keep it together pretty nicely! They are always patient while you choose what you would like And they have great selections everyday! read more

Very good when warm. Blueberry cake donuts are my fave, Ali peach/cream cheee danishes are to die for, yummy

You can not go wrong by going to this bakery ! Everything is great here from yeast donuts to iced donuts to fritters to cake

There donuts are light and airy and love the other treats. Apple pie, brownies, cookies and danish are perfect homemade and mouth watering. Love this place. read more

Best cake doughnut ever The sprinkles make it better especially with the chocolate frosting read more

I love Long's Bakery! There donut's are absolutely devine! Greatest donut's all around!

My daughter and her family was I. Town and she wanted some Long donuts so I picked everyone up some. Gave a four because the lady that waited one mean acted like I was bothering her or taking too long. Not She did lighten up when I kept talking and asking questions at the checkout. But as always the donuts and my chocolate nut brownie were delicious and fresh tasting. read more

Best donuts in the world!! Been to many donuts places, you can't beat this one!. Great customer service, place is very clean and organized. Happy to see they still take cash only read more

If anyone knows me they'll say I'm highly obsessed with donuts and my number one place to turned is Longs Bakery. Will be and has been for many years! Soft/fresh made daily. Please try if you haven't. Life changing lol (in picture I posted is their blueberry donuts) a must right along with their original famous yeast donuts .... yum read more

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They have the best donuts of all time I love them and they're super nice to people . And everyone loves there donuts .

The line gets longer everything we go... We were on our way to Holiday World and of course we needed breakfast at 7:00 am. And Long's is not far off 65. The line was wrapped around the small bakery. But so worth the wait. My fiance and his friend are all about the yeast. They sell so many they don't even put them in a display case. They have racks of them in the back. Make sure to bring cash with you. I think I heard they now take cards but they use to be cash only. So just be prepared. read more

I'm not a local, total tourist in love with Good Bones. I heard/ saw this place on the show & saved it. And it's awesome, got a box of goodies & I'm not one bit disappointed. The Applesauce Donut, Caramel Dipped and Maple Dipped... OMG, they're all so good. Worth it! Make the stop & give this place a try! read more

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Hands down the best filled Long Johns around!! Those are my fave. The rest of my family loves the yeast donuts with different flavors of icing. I go there every time I have guests or for a special day. I could eat Long's Bakery everyday! read more

Of all the donut shops around the city- Long's has been a constant top contender! The chocolate iced yeast are my all time favorite. Service is always fast and friendly- donuts are always fresh and delicious. Definitely recommend! read more

Definitely one of the main local favorites, especially when it comes to donuts and baked goods. Takes cash only so come prepared. And anything you pick will hit the sweet tooth! I always love a good, classic glazed donut and a Boston Creme. Both are so delicious. read more

A great old school bakery that's been in the community for years. The goods are always fresh and the employees do a great job !