I came to Red's Donut Shop after hearing for years how amazing it supposedly is. I genuinely wanted to like it. Instead, it ended up being one of the more disappointing bakery experiences I've had. We walked in to a display case that was almost empty and a line that felt more like a suggestion than anything organized. After waiting longer than expected, I ordered a French cake donut--what I received was surprisingly small, closer to a sample than something you'd expect to pay for. The service, though, was the real standout--and not in a good way. The employee helping us seemed clearly annoyed from the start. Basic, reasonable requests were met with visible irritation, and the overall attitude made it feel like we were inconveniencing them just by being there. That kind of interaction sticks with you more than the food does. What really added to the confusion was noticing trays of fresh, better-looking donuts behind the counter as we were leaving--none of which were available or mentioned while ordering. Yes, the prices are lower than other places, but the portions reflect that, and the service makes it hard to justify even a quick stop. I can understand people having fond memories of this place, but based on this visit, it doesn't hold up. read more

These donuts are amazing. Very fresh. We had a glazed that just melted in your mouth! Small place. The young man working was friendly and took care of us. read more

The donut shop is located on a corner and is pretty easy to find. The parking lot is a bit tight with traffic coming in from both sides. There are many spaces adjacent to the building and a handicapped space right by the door. Walking in, the main display case is to the right. There is not much room from the door so this area can get very crowded. We were in the third row as we entered and had to maneuver around a couple people to get all the way in. The workers also call out when they are free so you may need to work your way to the front to see the display case as others are being waited on. Since we were travelling, we decided to only get a half dozen. We made our selections and were back in the vehicle in no more than five minutes. They are very efficient in moving people through. The donuts are very uniform in size between the regular glazed and filled. The flavor is good and the texture is on the lighter side with good integrity. They do not fall apart as you eat. The fillings are typical flavors and could be filled a bit more than what we received. The bavarian cream was filled with vanilla pudding which was a bit disappointing. Still, the donuts are good and are sold at a good price. The place can get really busy but the workers know how to move you through quickly. Red's is certainly a good donut option. read more

Red's Donut Shop - Donuts Near Me - Paducah, Kentucky

Donuts there are as good as they ever have been. I recently stopped by and found that "shrink flation" is alive and well there. The donuts have been reduced in size to being ,I would guess, about 1/2 of what they used to be. I understand rising costs but really??? I really dont feel the product they are selling is worth it any more. read more

Taste like fried in nasty veg oil. They quit making it the way. "RED" did it. I acquire on them in 1996

OH MY GOSH! The honey buns are super awesome. Get one for breakfast and another for lunch. The lemon puffs are great but the real winner is the good old fashioned glazed. read more

Heard about this great donut shop but not I can report everything I heard was true! Great clean shop! Many choices to select from! So glad I bought a dozen! Keep up the good work staff owners I will be back next time I'm there! read more

It's an unassuming little hole in the wall, but these are hands down the best donuts I've ever had. It's pretty fast paced, especially in the morning. A quick get in and get out. I believe once they sell out they close, so it's worth it to go early. read more

Great little donut shop really friendly staff and great donuts they didn't have maple long John's but everything else was great read more

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Amazing donut!. It's smells incredible but tastes better! It's a compact shop with a line out the door but it moves very fast and efficiently. read more

The best donuts I've ever had. A must try. They are usually extremely busy in the morning but they are quick and the staff gets you in and out in a hurry. read more

These might be some of the best donuts I have ever had. Light yet dense, sweet but not too sweet and with a perfect crispy finish. Very, very good. Just be ready to order because it's a small place but they have 3-4 employees taking orders at an 8' counter so not any time or space for window shopping or asking questions. read more

These are the best donuts I've ever had anywhere. I've eaten donuts all over the world. None compare to Red's.

Cute little donut shop right in Paducah. Easy to get in and out of their parking lot. The lady that was working was nice. Their donut holes are absolutely amazing! read more

Awesome. Great selection and service. Definitely going back again. Good value as well.

Great stop on the way back home . Amazing service and amazing donuts 10/10 definitely coming back again

We stopped here after spending the night in Paducah. I sent my husband in to get a few donuts. He came out with a dozen. Suffice to say, he made the right call. The donuts are super cheap and the quality is SUPERB. We sampled the chocolate-covered cake donut, coconut donut, and glazed ones. Honestly, I wouldn't have bothered with anything other than the glazed. They taste like Krispy Kreme at its best -- light, airy, crunchy, perfect all around -- except with a more homemade quality to them. I could have eaten half a dozen glazed ones in one sitting. If you are ever in the area, definitely make a point to visit Red's Donut Shop, and do yourself a favor and get an extra glazed. read more

Great doughnuts and coffee. Good selection and fresh. No winder they have been in business for so long.

The old owners won't pay this generation a living wage. Not worth working here with low pay and being treated as lesser workers

Best glazed donut hands down! Most glazed donuts you have to nuke a little once they get cold... they get hard and crusty. Red's glazed are still soft, fluffy and gooey at room temperature. Can't get enough of these donuts! read more

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Their donuts are so fresh! Me and my daughters love going here. We lived in Chicago and seriously these are the best donuts we ever had! Service is always great, they always have so much patience whenever I come in. We love this spot, keep being great! read more

When I tried these donuts I immediately started cursing because they were soooo good. I just couldn't help it. They blow Dunkin Donuts and Krispy Kreme out of the water! They are so flavorful, light, and have a perfect texture. My husband and i got a dozen creme filled donut holes and a dozen apple filled donut holes. I couldn't stop eating them! You have got to try this donut shop! read more

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We stop here every time we are in the area. Donuts are always fresh and delicious, staff friendly and helpful and prices very reasonable.

Best doughnuts in the Tri state. Always fresh and an awesome selection. Get there early to get the best selection

Amazing so fresh the cinnamon rolls are huge and melt in your mouth. People are friendly and service is quick read more

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Best of the best in Paducah! I've had Red's since I was 6 years old. I love that they haven't changed a single thing in all these years. I tell all my friends about this place in Paducah and they never seem to understand until they try. I am a huge fan of yeast donuts and nothing compares to these. All the local businesses and churches and get their donuts here! Family and locally owned, made from scratch everyday, and amazingly priced. Donut holes are soft and delicious but the jelly filled is where it's at! Every now and then, they make special donuts for various charities or new flavors or holidays. Never change, Red's!! read more

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Was driving by the donut shop and decided to stop in. Place doesn't look like much on the outside, or the inside for that matter. But don't be fooled. These donuts rock. I was very impressed that a small place like this would have three people servicing the counter and there were at least two bakers making the donuts...by hand! No machine here. The guys at the counter were swift and friendly. We bought a half dozen, and the cake donuts were unlike any I've ever had before. Most cake donuts are heavy, these were so light, and delicious. I don't think you could go wrong ordering any of them, but eat at least two for every one you would normally. I liked that they had a rack with orders that were pulled in advance for call-in orders. The fact that two churches had orders ready to go was neat. Probably regular customers if you ask me. Go. Grab a few and enjoy. I will definitely stop again if passing through Paducah. read more

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Great prices. Very nice staff. Patient for my order. Delicious doughnuts. The doughnut holes are a great deal.

Donuts are the best. The lady with the short red asymmetrical haircut is RUDE! The other two ladies pleasant and smiling. The red head was grouchy, curt, never smiled and acted like the customers were a complete inconvenience to her :/ read more

RED'S Donut's are the very best in the world .... They tend to just melt in your mouth . Love the lightness and variety .... Wish we could get them again in Fulton, Ky and South Fulton, Tennessee (The Twin Cities) .... read more

Simply the best donuts around, period. Working all around the Tennessee & Ohio Valley, you can't find better. The folks working the counter in the morning are always cheerful when I come in, even as I'm groggy and still shaking the cobwebs out. read more

Best donuts you will ever have. I have visited a couple other donut shops on yelps top 100. Reds should be in the top ten. Hands down better than most. read more

The servers didn't wear a mask, bummer and during the time of COVID...so disappointed

Very busy place, but still had great service. We bought 4 cinnamon rolls that not only were fantastic tasting, but also huge. I glad I don't live in town or I would be huge. read more

It was just average. It was crowded and there was not much of a variety and the donuts were just average.

This is my "go to" place for donuts when I'm in Paducah. Yes, every visit gets a visit to this great restaurant. The glazed donuts are delicious and taste wonderful. First bite half moon. Second bite total eclipse!! read more

Red's Donut Shop - Two dozen delicious donuts - Donuts Near Me - Paducah, Kentucky

Sometimes you find a place that knows exactly what it is trying to be and that place does it exactly right. This is that place! Red's isn't trying to be a coffee shop. Red's isn't trying to be a bakery. Red's sells outstanding donuts and they do so at a great price. For what Red's is, it is as good as it gets, therefore...5 stars. The donuts are fresh, the service is remarkably fast/friendly, and the prices are really reasonable. A dozen is $7 and they have the basics, nothing fancy. There will always be a line, but you'll never have to wait more than a minute or two. read more

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Great cheap donuts. I love their chocolate long Johns. Of course I love the donut holes and glazed and chocolate.

You will occasionally see lists of the best donut shops in Kentucky. Some will point to Spauldling's in Lexington, a great shop. Some will point to Nord's Bakery in Louisville, which isn't even the city's best. The truth is that the best donuts in Kentucky are Red's Donuts. Period. read more

Nice local place with great service. I ordered a couple of dozen (dealer's choice for what they wanted to throw in the boxes) and there was a nice variety. The donuts were very fresh, not too heavy (not cakey) and there was a nice ratio of toppings to dough. And it's local, so that's a bonus! read more