I don't LOVE waiting in a line for donuts....but it would be untrue to say these aren't worth it! Pvd donuts never disappoints me, in terms of creativity and flavor. Always excited to see their new monthly menu. read more

PVDonuts - Donuts Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I finally gave in and decided to come back to PVD. Im a bigger fan of Knead Donuts. Initially I dragged her to grab a Nitro Cold Brew... because I'm obsessed with coffee, if you haven't noticed from all my yelping different coffee places, and we decided hey when in Rome. We picked out 5 donuts that we thought would give us the biggest chance of causing us to develop diabetes. My inner fat kid will be pleased. Staff is friendly, infamous line moved swiftly, and the coffee and donuts were delicious. She won't have a problem with me dragging her here again. We came around 1ish and they still had a pretty good selection. If you want more to choose from, get here early. I just may have to come back.... who am I kidding I will be. read more

PVDonuts - Insulin coma in a convenient carrying case. - Donuts Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I wish that I could rate the donuts based on taste but I have had such a difficult time trying to get one that I can only rate that experience. I thought it was an AMAZING idea that this donut shop offered the option to purchase donuts online/in advance. Unfortunately they don't offer same day ordering however, their website says that they have donuts at the store and you can stop by for same day purchases. I went to go purchased donuts at 12 PM on a Saturday and they were completely sold out and told me to come back tomorrow. As I live 45 minutes away that wasn't an option. The following week I decided to order in advance so that I would be able to pick up the donuts that I wanted for the following day. Anytime I received an alert/text/notification on my phone, it would just wipe out everything on the ordering form which was very frustrating. After filling it out about seven times, I finally had what I wanted to order. However, when I went to go pay, the form would not allow me to complete my Purchase. It is as if there was no link attached to the pay button. Im not sure if it's an iPhone issue or what but after pressing the purchase button several times (like I was impatiently waiting for an elevator) and filling out the form for an eighth time I decided I would just give up on this donut shop. It's too bad because the donuts look delicious. read more

Let's start off by putting this. I travel almost 2 hours from home once a month to obtain doughnuts from PVD. Over time I've learned that I prefer their brioche and filled doughnuts over the others. I do like the cake doughnuts but I often find for my liking the old fashioned are a bit drier then I enjoy (and as someone who doesn't pair it with coffee or tea, the OF usually needs a little dunkage for me). What is there not to love about this place? Well besides the long lines (hello indicator of awesomeness) and the fact that you are paying for a gourmet doughnut (sometimes $3.25 per doughnut but it's worth it IMO)- there isn't much I don't absolutely like/love/adore about PVDonuts- other then the fact that it is 2ish hours away. Again worth it. The menu is stable for a month which gives you time if you see something you want. You don't get that often with most places as they tend to change flavors daily. The menu is also SUPER eclectic. They offer vegan doughnuts (surprisingly some of my favs), some staples such as coffee milk (I like coffee ice cream but not coffee and I LIKE this doughnut), cereal milk, some standard sprinkled editions, and just some regular easy peasy stuff for those picky eaters (adults and kids alike). Then they offer things like a vegan pb&j filled, Dunkaroo Thursday, Everything Bagel Donut Wednesday (the best I've found so far from Boston to NYC), Matcha Green Tea flavored, Twix flavored, Pumpkin Churro Cheesecake filled, Butterbeer, Marshmallow Sweet Potato, and French Cruller style that are to DIE FOR! They do fun themes like Throwback to the 90's (the birth of Dunkaroo and a Cosmic Brownie, stay tuned it's making a comeback March 18') and Garden Parties, Back to School (see animal cracker doughnut), and Summer Parties. Essentially everything they do- they do with a little extra kick and pizzaz. And they do it well. They also usually have a few daily specials which are things of magic that they throw together day of. Be prepared. You can order ahead of time through their website (which is what I've started doing) to ensure you actually get what you want from the menu. If you don't, you might show up to no doughnuts being left at 11am, a line down the street, a short line inside, or no line and a full spectrum of their menu- it is really hit or miss depending on the weather, the day of the week, and a lot of other unknown factors (how hungry the local college kids are, school vacation, etc.) I went on Friday (2/23) for a 1:30ish pick-up and they were down to their last 250 or so doughnuts. Some specials, some normal menu but there was also a short line. Other days I've gone I've waited outside for 30-45 minutes. They offer tea and cold brew from the Nitro Cart, I believe they also have hot coffee. The atmosphere is awesome, the lighting is fabulous, and the staff are just over the top wonderful human beings. There is plenty of seating at a large table or a small couch and chair area in the front. The doughnut size will not leave you hungry but I suggest buying a few and sampling (my friends and I do splitsies usually). There are heaters outside the door and they have a pretty solid system for moving things along. I've tried many a doughnut from Maine to Florida and so far PVD takes the top spot for me. I love Kane's, Blackbird is fun, Doughnut Plant is great but the whole PVD experience, flavor, and offerings adds up to sheer perfection for me! If you're in the area and ya like doughnuts do yourself a favor and go! read more

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Great RI spot with amazing gourmet donuts. On the pricey side ($30+ per dozen) but they are closer to little cakes than traditional donuts. Depends on what you're looking for, but delicious and interesting with local style. Laid back coffee shop-like atmosphere where people hang out. Easy to pop in, but there's usually a long line. Get the nitro coffee too! It's like coffee in Guinness form. As a visitor or local, this should be on your must list, even if just a quick visit before or after breakfast one morning. 2/12/17 Update: Love it, but changing rating to 3-Star because the wait is always out of control. Out and down the block every time. I understand popularity, but at this point the shop could do something about it and they aren't. Only come if you have 30 minutes+ to wait around. read more

Good donuts. Slightly overpriced but a nice treat once in a long while. There's no designated parking lot. Usual long waits. Great tasting doughnuts with a lot of options. read more

I don't know even where to begin -- from start to finish my experience was more than worth the wait. I got to the shop before they opened because I had read that they sell out pretty early and I wanted to make sure I could get my pick of the doughnuts. They opened promptly at 8am and the line moved pretty quickly. I got there probably 15 minutes before they opened and was out with my doughnuts (and my friend) by 8:30. The staff was friendly and attentive and picking my doughnuts was simple and easy. I also got a coffee which was awesome and 1 stop shopping. Now, on to the doughnuts... I have to be honest, I'm used to Allie's Donuts in South Kingston; BUT have been BLOWN away by PVDonuts. First of all, the selection... I have never been exposed to this kind of selection. There were various flavors and styles of donuts -- I literally didn't know where to begin. I picked a coffeemilk, birthday cake, chocolate glaze, and maple bacon donuts. They were all so fresh and amazing and sweet and also savory -- I wish I could have just stuffed all four into my mouth at once, but I saved some for the rest of the week in some containers but my goodness, these are the BEST donuts I've ever had!!!! I'm not much of a sweets person, but I had plans to move out of state and HAD to get in a visit to PVDonuts before I left and I was NOT disappointed, and you won't be either! It's definitely a treat and an experience and I bet once they move it will be an even better experience!!! read more

I have been enlightened! My life can now be broken down to BP and AP, before PVDonuts and after PVDonuts. My donut was sweet, but not so much that you start to hate yourself a few minutes later. It was fluffier than an April cloud. The ratio of cream and donut in the brioche was absolute perfection. Heaven would be the only way to describe these donuts. And like the real heaven, the wait is worth it. My only complaint was that the cereal from the cereal milk donut got stale quicker than an Amy Schumer joke. I would personally recommend the Brown Butter Chocolate Sea Salt. And I would stick to the brioche ones. Tip: Eat it slowly and enjoy every bite. Love like this only comes once (or anytime you enter PVDonuts). read more

Some seriously awful customer service. The guy at the counter was sighing and seemed impatient as my friend and I decided what we wanted with literally no one behind us in line. Once I ordered my donuts I asked my friend what she wanted so I could pay for her. He rolled his eyes and asked if we wanted anything else because he had to put a second pair of gloves on. I really didn't even want to buy anything at that point but decided with all the hype the donuts might be worth it. They weren't. At 11 am the donuts were dry and stale. read more

I am from LA where the cheapest donut place on the corner of a gross strip mall has the best donuts on Earth. Similar to bagels in New York... some places just breed great taste and texture. So my review of PVDonuts should be read from this perspective. These are small cakes more than donuts. They are completely overdone and leave no room for the donut experience, which should be different from the giant cake with sugar stuff dripped all over it experience. Also, the sign painted on the side of the building looks really really cool (great letters and color and placement), but why the mid-1990s New York vernacular "Treat 'Yo Self" instead of a more regionally appropriate "Treat Yeh Self." The use of the word "Yo" is a lot like the donuts... overdone and overwrought to the point of embarrassing. You wont catch me in the always long line, but you can go ahead and "treat 'yo self" if you so desire. PS To those of you happy they serve vegan donuts, that is a great thing, but realize all donuts are vegan, even the authentic ones serves in strip malls in LA by Vietnamese women who watch Spanish-language tele-novellas on tiny black and white TVs and sell donuts for 30 cents each. All of this writing makes me want a donut now... I might just go to PVDonuts tomorrow (just being honest). read more

I think that these donuts are made with enormous amounts of sugar which is very scary if you ask me. I had to throw mine out from being incredibly sweet and almost Impossible to finish. However, they do a wonderful job with the presentation of each donut for a picture. People love you! So I guess I just ordered the wrong ones! read more

Good donuts. Overrated due to their marketing. Knead tends to have better flavor. These donuts are sometimes just pure sugar overload.

I struggle to write this review. I want to give them more than three stars but I just can't. I've lucked out and have never waited in line. I have tried an array of flavors from Mexican hot chocolate to lavender something-or-other to cereal milk to carrot cake. The flavor combinations are unique and a refreshing addition to Providence. The shop is super cute. The staff is wonderfully friendly. The parking is easy squeez-y but there is something about the donuts that just doesn't do it for me. (I'm sorry!!!!) The dips for the donuts are flaky and as you eat the donut, you lose a lot of the dip/flavor. The old fashioned are too dense and sometimes dry. I'll keep going back because DONUTS and I encourage you to go too. Support your local small businesses, babes! read more

I want to start off by saying I have never written a negative review in my life and I am a full supporter of local business. I have never been more upset with service in my entire life. Not only did I wait outside in the snow and rain for a hour and a half but when I finally was able to enter the store the employees could not of been ruder. They appeared to be moving slowly on purpose with no regard for their customers waiting outside in treacherous weather conditions. The employees would roll their eyes when you asked questions about the donuts. On top of it all they requested a tip from me..... As if I would ever give them one. I would recommend going anywhere else for donuts, even the dollar tree. Giving this establishment 1/5 far stars is a disgrace to other 1 star establishments. read more

The coffee was great and I thought it was fun to stand in line with all of the hip people of Providence. The doughnuts were not what I want in a doughnut. I guess I am from the old school of doughnut connoisseurship. I just want a doughnut that tastes great. I didn't care for the taste or the consistency of the cake. I thought the doughnuts were very dry. The doughnuts probably have healthier ingredients than my usual doughnut haunts and if I am going to eat a doughnut, I am going all in with the grease and sugar. The flavors are interesting and varied for sure and the shop is cool and hip. Definitely worth a trip for the experience and the coffee but not for the doughnuts. read more

How cool is this place! Great vibe, great space, great energy. Oh yeah ... and the donuts are aaammmaaazzziinnnggg! PVD takes the time to create BIG, fluffy, REAL donuts and the creative license is wild! Donuts are an incredible combination of Oreo, maple, raspberry, graham cracker, PB&J, cereal milk, bananas foster... I mean... they're awesome! You seriously only need just one and feel free to share one as a couple. You like ice cream sandwiches .... well, PVD takes a donut, slices it in half, and THEN puts your favorite ice cream in the middle. Another gem in SO underrated Providence! read more

I traveled an hour from my cousins place which is 3.5 hours away from my house for these donuts. That should say something by itself. I showed up a half hour after the place opened and there were already some donuts sold out. That should also say something. While, the donuts are a bit pricey, it is justified for the unique flavors (that change, as I've been told) you won't find at your local Dunkin. I'm not saying you need to drive as long or as far as I did, but if you have an itch for some really good donuts and/or you happen to be in the area, get it. read more

Our first time today, we went around 11:00am on a Sunday and waited about 10 minutes. We knew coming later would be a gamble on whether or not they were open and what would be left! We were pleasantly surprised to see a large selection available including the well-sought after Cereal Milk Donut concoction. This of course includes my favorite childhood cereal, Fruity Pebbles, and tastes like a bowl of cereal in one delicious bite! We also tried two others and were equally surprised by their light and sweet flavor... I'm pretty sure whatever you pick you can't go wrong! We topped off our visit with a Nitro Chai and finished them off with our syrup and milk of choice at the beverage bar. We can't wait to return and not to worry if you don't have cash because they take cards! Don't forget to tip as they deserve lots of love for their hard work and delicious desserts, I mean, breakfasts! read more

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They're cranking out two types of donuts here: brioche and old-fashioned. Both types are amazing and come in a variety of flavors. Each customer is limited to six donuts now that they're in their new location. The space is absolutely adorable. It didn't seem like people were sticking around to eat, but you definitely could. They have a few couches and a big high-top table. I arrived at 7:50am and a line of about 20 people had already formed. Once they opened at 8, the line moved at an okay pace. I was satisfied with the service and more than satisfied with the donuts. read more

PVDonuts - Cereal milk, chocolate glazed, coffee milk, and maple bacon. All delicious! - Donuts Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Finally made it to pvd donuts. There was a line but the wait was short. Maybe 10 minutes. I got 3 of the brioche donuts. Strawberry pop tart, maple bacon and the cinnamon roll filled donut. The maple bacon was my favorite. It tastes like pancakes with bacon. Definitely instagram worthy donuts. I felt like a cool kid taking pics of my cool donuts. read more

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The donuts are amazing, but the people are some of the rudest I've ever met. Super rude on social media and super rude during these COVID times. I understand that there are guidelines and everyone needs to follow them, but there is no reason to be rude to the customers keeping this business alive. Especially when the customers are all trying their best to follow the rules as well. read more

I have been going here for years since it first opened in the smaller shop. I absolutely love their creativity, and you can tell the staff work hard. As I get older, I enjoy the cake donuts more so than the brioche as the brioche is really greasy and can get overwhelming. I am excited to see their new menu every month and will make the trip if it looks good! read more

OK after two visits I am thoroughly impressed with PVDonuts. Great coffee! Borealis and Nitro Cold Brew are thoughtful offerings, highly recommend them both. The donuts? All sorts of creative offerings, from regulars (I.e. Maple bacon) to experimental recipes du jour. The shop is tiny with some seating, but expect a LONG line out the door, and be prepared to wait. read more

This place never disappoints I love how they switch up their menu every month! I try to go once a month to try the new menus! Worth the 30 minute drive! read more

PVDonuts - Donuts Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

No words can describe these donuts are an event!!! And I love the monthly changes, it will ALWAYS keep you coming back!!! And the coffee is great too! read more

Updating my review for the excellent customer service. A staff member reached out to me to offer that I come in again to try them out. I'm still not a huge fan of their product, but I appreciate their efforts in customer service and have updated my rating to reflect that read more

Definitely worth the long line. My daughter got the plain sprinkle one and it was amazing.

Tasty donuts. Prices are good for what you get. Line can get really long on weekends, but we've found if you go when it's "bad" weather (cold, rainy) you can get in and out pretty quickly. Order ahead option is awesome if you (unlike me) actually remember it exists and plan ahead. Have never tried the delivery option or holiday specials, but do love that they have a gluten free option. read more

Pros: Love the variety and creativity of flavors here! Interesting and fun, but not gross, a line that other donuts shops don't walk as well as PVDonuts does! We arrived around 1:30 on a Saturday and there were still five or six varieties left and there was only a fairly short line. I got the Brickle cake donut and my friend got Nutella bread pudding. Indoor seating available, but close enough proximity to India Point Park that you'd want to walk around anyway. Didn't get coffee, but noticed they have four different house made flavor syrups available for you to add at your own discretion. Employees were warm and very gracious about my friend and I sitting around until closing. Price was on par for specialty donuts, and size seemed appropriate for price. Cons: I didn't actually like my donut. It was topped with saltines (fun!), but they were stale from the warmth of the day and the donut itself suffered from a similar malady, no crisp on the outside and rather dry on the inside. To be fair, in my donut connoisseur experience, lots of places do risen donuts better than cake donuts, or vice versa, so I need to increase my sampling size, but I wouldn't try the Brickle again. It did bother me that we were given plastic takeaway containers for our donuts--I prefer when places ask if I want packaging because of the environmental impact. Because we sat and ate our donuts immediately, containers went straight in the bin, kind of wasteful. Overall, I understand the hype! Worth a stop if you're in the neighborhood. read more

First, my donut street cred: Donut Plant, Kanes, Top Pot, Voodoo, Lamar's. The donuts are huge (cool), but tasted like oil (not cool). Make the donuts smaller....half the time in the fryer and cannot absorb the oil. Great place, friendly staff....you're almost there PVDonuts....don't give up now!! read more

The donuts are good. Have plenty of flavor. Cereal Milk and Maple Bacon are "cant misses " The place is very small. Usually a wait. Staff isn't the friendliest of ppl. Very hipsterish. Been a few times and that's my only complaint. read more

PVDonuts - Donuts Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Creative and tasty flavors that are worth the wait! I prefer the texture of Allie's donuts personally, but I'd definitely come back here for something different! read more

PVDonuts - Vegan cookies and cream + cereal milk - Donuts Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

They sell out quickly and have a long wait time for a reason: they're amazing. The matcha raspberry and lavender flavors were two of the best combinations I've ever had. Absolutely worth the wait! The owners are really friendly as well. read more

PVDonuts - Cereal & milk, monkey bread, matcha raspberry, & cream cheese glaze with red velvet cumbs - Donuts Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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It's okay. I got the cereal milk brioche and the blueberry lemon donuts. The brioche was very very greasy. The actual doughnut itself wasn't very good, but the topping was delicious. The blueberry lemon wasn't anything special. People seem to love it though, so maybe I just got the wrong ones. read more

i found this place from a video on Facebook and had it bookmarked ever since even though i live 170 miles away in Queens NY this pass fall i was going to cape cod with two of my friends and we stopped for gas on the way and something made me check what was in the area and it just so happens we were 5 mins away and 30 mins away from their opening hours so we jetted over there to stand on the line and when i tellllllll you i would make the drive again just to get the doughnuts i really mean it! i went hen thy still had the "90s menu" and it was pure nostalgia i'm pretty sure i got one of each and ate them throughout the whole weekend i loved this place, the staff and the coffee all so much read more

Fantastic selection of donuts and truly they were great but I thought the service was just okay which is why I am not giving it the full amount of stars - the staff seemed unenthusiastic or unexcited, it wasn't just one person rather the whole team. read more

PVDonuts - Donuts Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

The best donuts I've ever eaten! The only bad thing is their hours--they are rarely open which is why I wasn't able to try it sooner. Actually, maybe it's a good thing that they aren't open a lot, otherwise I'd probably spend all my money there since I live close-by. They also have vegan donut options as well. read more

My 9 year old claims it's the best chocolate donut she ever had. I love the vibe and the nitro brew is incredible. Go check them out.

PVD donuts is delicious. You can't go wrong with any flavors. The workers are also very nice. The space is a little small though. I wish they were open for longer hours as well read more

One of the best donuts in town! Always has amazing flavors that change every month. The staff is very nice and helpful. And the inside is so cozy and cool! If you haven't tried them yet you should! read more