Donut Shack in Lowell is an absolute hidden gem and I am still thinking about these donuts…read more First, a heads up: this place is not easy to find. They share a door with a barbershop and the storefront is tiny. From what I understand, they mostly sell wholesale to other restaurants, but they open up a small window of sales to walk-in customers. When they are sold out, they are done for the day, so get there early! Now for the donuts. Delicious, delicate, and honestly some of the best I have ever had. These are not your average gas station donuts. You can taste the care and craftsmanship in every bite. But what really blew me away was the hospitality. I had already picked out 8 donuts when I was told it was cash only. I had none on me, but offered to run out and come back if she could hold my box. Without hesitation, she handed me the box and told me to pay whenever I could. She was completely serious. That kind of trust and generosity is rare and it genuinely made my day. A few things to know before you go: it is cash only, the space is small with just a few tables and chairs, and they sell out fast. But it is absolutely worth the effort. Support this business. You will not regret it.

Always amazing donuts and service. Known for their marshmallow donuts. I am a teacher and then…read moresomeone donates these for a special treat everyone's day just seems to be so much more positive. It's funny how something so small can make such a huge difference!

Love the donuts here. Menu changes regularly which is nice. Not that great for my waistline though…read morelol Word of caution: they don't sell donuts my the dozen. Only individual pricing. Loved the themed doughnuts!

Great selection of yummy doughnuts served quickly and efficiently. The doughnuts are somewhere in…read morebetween a cake and raised doughnut. The flavors are well balanced. They also offer a good variety of specialty drinks. There are several couches and a couple of tables if you choose to eat in. When we visited, one of the couches had been left by a prior customer with crumbs all over it. The entire time we were there, no one did any cleaning of the lobby space. Other than that, good experience.

We visited Congdon's Doughnuts this morning and had a great experience. Even though there was a…read moreline out the door, it moved quickly and we waited less than 10 minutes for our iced coffees and a half dozen donuts. The staff were efficient and friendly, and everything came out fresh. Congdon's has a really nice variety of donuts, muffins, and other baked goods, and everything we tried was delicious. The blueberry fritter was the star crisp on the outside, soft inside, and packed with blueberry flavor. I would absolutely recommend it. They also offer a sit‑down breakfast with classic options like breakfast sandwiches and French toast, so it's a good spot whether you just want coffee and a box of donuts or a full morning meal. Overall, great service, excellent donuts, and definitely worth the short wait. We'll be back next time we're in the area!

A must-visit for those spending time in Well's and surrounding towns! I hadn't been to Congdon's in…read morea few years but brought some friends who had never visited and I was surprised to see how much has changed. They have long lines that move very quickly, lots of self-seating available indoors and outdoors, and a very cute patio area and some photo-ops. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We ordered a half dozen donuts to try: the maple glazed, chocolate glazed, strawberry frosted, chocolate creme filled, glazed, and a blueberry fritter. The fritter was the favorite of the group, followed by the maple (iconic Maine flavors!) We would definitely skip the chocolate and the strawberry frosted next time and opt to try some other fritter flavors.

Top notch spot to start our day. It's my other 1/2's birthday, so we had to stop and fuel up with…read moresome donuts. Regular ones for me and GF for her. For an iced cold brew, delicious. With a little coconut milk (dairy free here) and a little sugar. Got the Boston Crème and Fried Dough donuts. The fried dough was my favorite, felt like I was at the fair!! Fast delivery! Evidently I did not say my name clearly, I'm Carmen now , thanks Niko that gave me a laugh. To go or to stay and eat, plenty of room. Oh and you can try the Photo Booth!!

Cute little donut and coffee shop with monthly flavor updates to keep your donut tastebuds happy!…read more Place was busy at 9 o'clock on a Saturday morning, yet the staff kept the lines moving with quick and friendly service! Enjoyed the s'mores donut, many shops have overpowering sweetness when making these, but Lovebirds is a perfect mix of flavors and not overly sweet! Strawberry Shortcake Latte is a perfect mix of summer fruity flavor fun great for a morning pick me up to keep you perky for your travels!!! Maine is truly the way life should be! Stop by this sweet venue as you cross into the state!

The best coffee on campus! It's 100% worth it to me to walk outside in the cold and pay a little…read moreextra for their coffee. They update the menu tons, so it's worth checking frequently. They now also have oat milk, which is a huge plus for me. Their cold brew is also incredible. I haven't even tried their pies, but their muffins/cookies/granola are delicious. The staff is so nice and friendly, too.

Stopped by for a quick lunch and the baja chicken was *chef's kiss*. I was pleasantly surprised by…read morehow full of protein the pie was, and the flavors were delightfully combined. They currently are featuring a caramel nut cookie, which tastes like a Snickers cookie and is a contender for my fave flavor.

What better way to celebrate the 250th birthday of our country than to try out the warmest table in…read morehospitality: an Italian one. In a place where la famiglia é tutto, they know how to greet you. We were invited in by the quintessential Italian signs as much as the complex aromas. The pastries were a delight, but it was me who was delighted by the Old World style adorning the newly renovated space. A mixture of textures, from wood to stone work to leather chairs helped create the ambiance, and the cathedral ceiling was highlighted by painted white rafters. Today I tried the spiral ham on brioche breakfast sandwich and a café Americano, and I got a pastry with cannoli filling to go. I'm not sure what I'll get next time, but I know this bakery is a recipe for something great about our country. I'm no Maine scholar, but I'm pretty sure the state motto: "Dirigo," translates to "The pastries are delizioso," (give or take.)

I've seen Enzo Benzo recommended in various FB groups but I'm not usually in the area. We were…read morepassing by for swim lessons and I'm so glad we stopped in. The donuts may have been the best I've had - the Boston cream was delightfully fluffy and bursting with custard that was not overpoweringly sweet. I also snacked on a plain croissant on the drive and was content with the crunchy top and honeycomb inside. I saw someone else enjoying a gelato - that will have to be the next on my list! There are two parking areas so if you can't find a spot, drive to the other side of the building!

Great doughnut selection. Friendly cashier with helpful tips. Very tasty lattes. This appears to be…read morea new location for New Hampshire Doughnut. It's been open three weeks. Building is very clean and organized. This was our first visit and really loved the Cronuts and selection of flavors of donuts.

Stopped by New Hampshire Doughnuts today and tried their summer specials: the Watermelon, Piña…read moreColada, Strawberry Cream-Filled, Whoppie Pie, and Cinnamon Cruller doughnuts. Every one of them was absolutely delicious! The flavors were incredibly fresh and reminded me of summer. I love how creative they are not only with the unique flavors but also with the fun, colorful decorating style on each doughnut. They look just as amazing as they taste. The Whoppie Pie doughnut was a little on the dense side, but the sweet strawberry cream filling more than made up for it. It was packed with filling in every bite! If you're looking for a fun, creative treat with fresh seasonal flavors, I definitely recommend stopping by New Hampshire Doughnuts!

Cute farm with adorable goats you can interact with…read more Farm store has lots of local stuff: produce, meats, salsas, jams, honey, syrup, baked goods, beer. The blueberry whoopie pie with lemon filling was TO DIE FOR. Best thing I've eaten in a while.

Wonderful atmosphere and selection of local goods. Literally, do not sleep on those delicious cider…read moredoughnuts... they run out quick!!

I think these donuts are laced with crack, in addition to potato!…read more Wowee! Super good, tasty, moist - you effing name it!!! I learned on our Maine trip that these donuts, along with Whoopie pies, and of course Maine blueberries are their go-to desserts. Since I didn't want to buy cheesy souvenirs, I went with donuts (and magnets lol)! I KNOW they will go over well!!! This location was less busy than the tourist trap other o w we hit a few days ago. Y U M A MAINE MUST - trust !!!

A deliciously denser style of donut famed for incorporating potato into the sweet treat. I got the…read moreseasonal honey lavender and the whoopie pie donuts. Opting to make the donut less fluffy and more cakey, the potato donuts have a nice, satisfying bite that is unique to other kinds. I couldn't necessarily discern the flavor, but it gave the donut essence to what it was trying to be. Not too sweet and satisfying to eat. Service was fast and they were already coveting a line a few minutes from opening. Ambiance was no frills and all about the holy product.

I have nee coming here for years and its clear the word is out, line are long, service is great and…read moreeverything Lils serves up is soot on. I'll keep on waiting no matter way. My fav!!!!

Charming cafe with good coffee and lots of goodies! I popped in for a quick hit of caffeine and to…read moretake a call (I know, I know), and really enjoyed the vibe here. The place does fill up quickly though, be warned that the line can get long during busy stretches. Caffeine aside, the desserts looked incredible, I'm definitely going to come back to try a few before I leave Kittery.