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    Old Fashioned Donuts

    4.7 (555 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, Donuts
    Closed 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Donut selection
    Jordan L.

    I've been meaning to venture out to the legendary Old Fashioned Donuts for some time now. I happened to be working out that way this morning and stopped by. There was a like when I got there a little after 9:00. I imagine it looks the same or similar now than it did when it opened. I love that feel though. It's an establishment that found a formula that works. If it's not broke don't fix it. There are two long tables with stools for communal seating. Most people were just getting their order to go. You can't beat the prices. By the time I got up to order there wasn't a huge variety available. There were more being prepared, but I was in a hurry and didn't have much time to wait. The cashier was friendly and gave me a rundown of what was available. I ordered a dozen and a dozen donut holes. The donuts were really good especially the fresh ones. I would eat these over a Stan's, Dunkin or any other commercial donut any day. I'll definitely come back and I'll adjust my rating once I've had a chance to try more variety.

    Classic glazed donuts
    Adeola O.

    I decided to give old-fashioned donuts, another try. They had their famous classic glazed donuts! I got a dozen this time. They were so good. Every bite was like biting into a sweet cloud. Perfectly cooked perfectly glazed it was great. Ambience is still the same old-fashioned. Their service was nice. Jessica was a joy. I definitely came on the right day!

    Apple fritter with Pecans on top
    Jonathan W.

    Takes credit card. Adds service charge. The 85yo owner and baker was still in the window working when I came. Waved hello to him Apple fritter ($4.55) add 50 cents for crushed pecans.- this was so good when warm. Perfect amount of warmth. I would come back to get this. Glazed donut ($1.45)- very fluffy, not too doughy, sweet enough from the glaze Strawberry jelly filled donut- wasn't very good because the dough was not fluffy and there was very little jelly This is a part of town I would only come during daylight hours. Don't come at night.

    Isaiah C.

    Awesome Everytime I visit. Donuts like no other classic favor that is hard to find. Did I mention that they have terrific Double Cheeseburgers too!!! Take it from me I am a Barber in the neighborhood I come all the time.

    Donut Holes
    Gino W.

    This donut spot is in my top 3 list of donut shops in Chicago. Family members and friends have bought them. After 30 years of being in Chicago, I went to the location to purchase some myself. Talk about being blown away. Getting them hot is like no other feeling. I am not big into donuts that have a lot of frosting or way too much in the way of toppings. Old Fashioned Donuts shine in simplicity. You can taste fresh donuts that aren't hiding under a piling of frosting. And the prices only add to addiction. I bought some cake donut holes for a flight I was taking. I also bought an apple fritter that I froze for having when I returned. The donut holes were just right and the fritter was the size of a dinner plate.

    Apple fritter
    Kirthi D.

    I just ate the best apple fritter I've ever had. Here's half of it...for obvious reasons. I traveled 1.5 hours to get it and don't regret it

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    Tanya M.

    I hadn't been here in yearssss but I still remembered the yummy deliciousness of these neighborhood stable donuts. I guess they want to focus on a great product and not the ambiance because it hasn't been remodeled since I was here last. The taste hasn't changed. Still the best donuts on the South Side of Chicago!

    Naiima D.

    This place is definitely a hole in the wall kicking out straightttttttttt heat! It's been around for 50 plus years. I came into today and can see why Yelp has voted this place the best donut shop in Illinois!!!!! It was a line that moved fast. I ordered 6 donuts...all glazed! That yeasted glazed melted in my mouth! The bestttt donut I have EVER had in my life!! Simply AMAZING! Mr. B, the 85 year old owner was back there working hard today like every other day! I am kinda mad I know about this decadent donut shop because now I want to eat one everyday! Pleaseeeeee take the drive....dont be scarrrreddd! **this place also sells cheeseburgers, pizza puffs, polishes etc but I didn't try it out! Maybe next time. Also breakfast is served on Saturday.

    Duchess, of course.
    Shay B.

    Someone please call Nine One One!!! These donuts are Poisooooooooon! Poison! Ok, maybe not poisonous, but these donuts are CRAZY ahhmazing! They must be bad because they taste So. Incredibly. Good. If you seek to discover thee very best donuts in Chicago, then make your way to 112th & Michigan. Do not pass go. Nestled between other businesses you might miss the show. Upon entering you are met with bakery theatre, where you can see the performance through the window. Vintage menu boards and short bar stools, reminiscent of yesteryear are front and center. And, I'm telling you - you won't find better donuts. The plain glazed is the epitome of seduction. Its soft pillowy goodness melts in your mouth, leaving behind trails of tantalizing flakes of glaze. The apple fritter demands attention due to it's heft. It is immensely luscious, filled with small chunks of delicate apples, spices, hints of vanilla, glazed and fried to absolute perfection. This delectable bakery has been dispensing, deliciousness for 5 decades on Chicago's South Side; creating a nostalgic, devoted following of people who appreciate their hard work.

    Denyce M.

    Good God Almighty! I am not a big fan of a lot of sweets and desserts. I do eat the on occasion but there has to be a compelling reason to do so. This place makes me drive all the way to the Southside to get these mofos and that right there is why they are getting five stars. I grew up with this shop as I went to high school at Willibrord Catholic back in the day. There was a weekly ritual were I would go to Taurus to get a $1 hoagy and to Old Fashioned to get a Texas size glazed donut, every Wednesday until I graduated from high school. When I was in various school clubs, we would buy donuts from here and sell them at a marked up price....no one ever complained, and we made money for the clubs. Buying these donuts by the dozen can be dangerous as there are none left over by the end of the day. I am telling you, the drive to this shop is worth it. And I am telling you; I get high on these donuts. The glazed ones are like biting into a cloud, so so soft and delicious. And the cake donuts are just as great. And don't get me started on those GD apple fritters! Man slap a piece of bacon on one of those, pour yourself some bubbles and you have a heavenly meal. I know there are those that like these new fangled infused concoctions, with their fancy ingredients, and they are good. But give me a good Old Fashioned donut every time. Keep it simple and delicious. Thank goodness I don't have diabetes because I would be in trouble with this joint.

    Breakfast sandwich
    Julian J.

    No words to say, just try it out. Quick, and respectful service. Donuts are tasty and are better than other places.

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    Paula W.

    These donuts are some of the best in the city. I visited on Saturday morning around 930am, and there was a line, but it moved quickly. In and out in under 20 minutes. The 2 ladies working at the front know what they are doing. The donuts are soft and fluffy and melt in your mouth. I can understand why this establishment has been in business for such a long time.

    Ripping into the apple fritter - look at those apple chunks!

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    4 years ago

    The donuts are always fresh and delicious. Sometimes there is a wait but it's worth it! Prices are reasonable as well

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    2 years ago

    Tried and True always Fresh, get an apple fritter. I like early morning, when the donuts are warmed.

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    3 years ago

    Best donuts on the south side of Chicago! Get the buttermilk pound cake donut! It's to die for!!

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    2 years ago

    I went yesterday at 9:00 AM , the caramel iced donuts had sold out !!! So i got 3 iced croissants , they were excellent as always !!!

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    3 years ago

    Simply put, this place is a 10 out of 10!!!! Been going here since the late 80s and it's a part of my everyday life.

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    5 years ago

    I love this place! I have been buying donuts here since the 1970's and it hasn't changed a bit. That's a good thing: GREAT DONUTS!

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    2 years ago

    Yes been around for years and still the best fresh made everyday better than Dunkin' Donuts

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    3 years ago

    Been going for over 20yrs donuts ah hit cheeseburgers ah hit ...you will not be disappointed

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    3 years ago

    Used to be great!! It is still good just not like it used to be. But you can still get some good donuts.

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    3 years ago

    I've been going here my entire life simply the best donuts anywhere and I've been around the world

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    3 years ago

    Best donuts on the south side of Chicago!!! Open early mornings and always made fresh.

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    3 years ago

    Donuts were amazing and well sized. Ordered for a business meeting, everyone loved the different options. Service was fast and helpful.

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    3 years ago

    All I can say is the donuts here are really good and fresh. I bought some for my coworkers and they raved about them

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    Ask the Community - Old Fashioned Donuts

    Just watched this on Chicago's Best looks great especially the apple fritter , but is it really 12$ they showed a pic of the menu board?

    No, they aren't $12 each... they're somewhere around $3-4, I think.Perhaps you're seeing the part of the menu where they list the price for a dozen donuts?

    Do they deliver?

    No, carry outs only but you can call your order in so you don't have to wait.

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