I've been coming to Tom's Donuts for over 30 years. It's a staple when at the lake. There is an ample parking lot & also boat access. So many varieties of homemade donuts. They have added ice cream & other treats to the menu. Friendly service. Old school vibes. I love the old fashioned. The cinnamon rolls are huge & delicious. Long John's with maple frosting & chopped salted peanuts are amazing. read more

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Saw sign on I69 - that was effective But at this date (09/24/25) - only open on weekends.

So I wanted a breakfast place prior to some hiking in Pokegon, and found Tom's on the radar. Did the excursion off the interstate and was not disappointed in my decision. There was a line, but it moved very quick! All donuts are in the window, and they can help you out. Perhaps a touch more expensive, but you're getting a quality donut made with care. Cute building, friendly staff - get off the beaten path and check them out! read more

Tom's Donuts - Maple cinnamon roll, apple fritter, tiger tail, & two cake donuts - Donuts Near Me - Angola, Indiana

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Saw signs on the interstate advertising the donut capital of the word so of course we stopped! I think I was expecting a mega market or something, but this was still cool and delicious. The line was huge, but moved quickly. We made it there around 10:30 so they were already sold out of some donuts. My only complaint was since we got 5 donuts, they were stacked in a bag, so the icing had pretty much completely came off the one on the bottom. read more

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The donuts are the best and they're available hot and early. This location is closest to me, but it's not open all year so check before heading down. The price is reasonable and the atmosphere is the best. Service could be better. read more

This place is the OG lake experience. The donuts are always fresh, the staff is always friendly, and the quality is always outstanding. Their chocolate glazed cake donuts are the BEST!! The blueberry glazed are to die for as well. Beware: there may be a line down the block, but for a good reason ;). Todd, bring back the gummy donuts and you'll have my heart forever!!!!! read more

Tom's Donuts - assorted dozen - Donuts Near Me - Angola, Indiana

Awesome donuts and a staple in the 101 lakes area. If you are fortunate, you'll get to meet Todd, Shane and their father, Tom serving customers while waiting in line for fresh, warm donuts of every variety imaginable. Weekend musicians also fill the air with nice music including Mike Conley's solo act to "The Crushing Daffodils" playing music from the 50's to the present ! read more

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Ain't no self respecting Angolanite (Angolander? Angoler?) who don't know about Tom's Donuts. Donuts is all they do and they do it well. They even set a Guinness world record in 2022 for selling the most donuts on a single day. Tons of varieties with lots of fun specialties, like their ginormous roll heaped with fresh cooked bacon (!) bits and drizzled with maple icing. It's like the staff are backstage just throwing donut magic around to create delectable oddities of donut wonder. Donuts are fresh and fast, staff are quick to tell you their faves, enter through the in door and exit through the out door. Parking is limited and can be tight, so be patient during the morning rush. Get Tom's donuts and get on with a great day! read more

Love going here whenever we visit Lake James. Brings good memories of childhood ! They offer various type of donuts and I am happy to see that they have extended their menu Anyway, I always go with the cinnamon roll here because it is not overly sweet and can stuffed you with just one piece. Definitely a must stop for donuts and also hotdogs. read more

Tom's Donuts - Tom's hotdogs - Donuts Near Me - Angola, Indiana

Had the burgers. Pretty decent burger. Service is quick. Next to the water picnic tables are nice. Nothing to complain about. Easy and quick lunch food read more

I'm sure this place is good, but it would be nice if they would keep their store hours listing up-to-date. We've tried to eat here twice, and can't catch them open, even though Maps/Google says open. read more

Best donuts on Lake James!!!! Service was great, treat those kids good and give them a tip!

For 40 years we have been loving these donuts. They changed their frosting and it is so vile, nasty, loose and slippery. Absolutely vulgar texture. I learned how to make a dupe so, never will we buy their donuts again. Does everything have to change or get cancelled? I guess so. Just plain sad. read more

Wow! Saw a billboard on the hwy while headed to Lansing. I love donuts so my husband made a detour. I knew it was going to be a good donut when I picked it up and could feel the pillowy goodness. After I took a bite, I realized it was the best donut I have ever eaten. And the donut holes are warm, sweet pillows of perfection. I have tried donuts from Boston, Texas, Las Vegas and all spots in between. Thank you!! This Texas girl is very happy. read more

Tom's Donuts - a variety of donuts in a box - Donuts Near Me - Angola, Indiana

I have been lucky enough to experience Tom's Donuts a couple times a year since childhood in the 70s. There is more to this place than nostalgia. I had a twist donut with a stripe of chocolate down the middle today and it struck me this is a world class donut. Right amount of rise, tenderness, not too chewey, perfectly cooked... could stand up to any pastry I have eaten from a boulangerie (patisserie probably more accurate) in Paris... Add to that ...variety donut holes, the apple fritter, a filled long John, sour cream donut and some crazy looking concoction the little kids love and everyone is happy. read more

Tom's Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Angola, Indiana

Stale donuts on a Thursday morning. Too bad. Not sure when these were fried but didn't taste like this morning.

There isn't much to say here. Tom's Donuts has been around since the 1970s and they continue to get better! The donuts here are some of the best I've ever had. Since they are as busy as they are, you never have to worry about whether or not they are fresh. Over time this business has branched out to make other food, which has dominated over the Lake James area. read more

Tried this new place out for the first time today. Very good & big burger lots of toppings. Waffle fries were also very good. Turkey Corn dog was excellent also. Quick service,limited menu. 10$ for a single burger, $12 for double.3 slots to park your boat on the channel while eating . Nice picnic tables & big umbrellas. read more

Tom's Donuts - Prime rib Brisket Burger , Turkey corn dog & Waffle Fries - Donuts Near Me - Angola, Indiana

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My family has been getting these doughnuts every summer at the lake for as long as I can remember. They are seriously some the best doughnuts I have ever had. You can't go wrong. All flavors are melt in your mouth delicious. Not only are they delicious but the ambiance is super cute. It's just a little roadside building you walk up to and wait in line outside with the lake right behind you. Doesn't get any better than this for me. You will have a long line on the weekends but usually the vibe is fun and it goes by fast. So worth it. read more

Tom's Donuts - a man pushing a baby in a stroller - Donuts Near Me - Angola, Indiana

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How is it that donuts taste even better before (or after) a day on the lake? Tom's Donuts seems to be pretty well-known spot in the Lake James area and I'm thankful I was finally able to check it out! It's a pretty small establishment, so it's not uncommon for customers to just purchase their donuts and then take them elsewhere. Pro tip: take them with you on the boat! read more

What can make boating/finishing/tubing on the lake better? Maybe a donut flavor that I haven't had since MIDDLE SCHOOL (chocolate cream filled powdered sugar donut). Holy crap, it's heaven on earth. Not only do they have a very large selection for such a small place, they actually make really good donuts. We got a baker's dozen, and then a couple for $13.50, sweet! The young lady helping was quick and could explain all the flavors (which is super helpful). She even suggested a donut for my parent's dog who was with us (huge Newfie named Bear). So nice. I highly suggest the apple fritter, powdered blueberry, and the powdered chocolate cream. They really stuff their donuts chalk full of goodness. Who know old-fashion donuts made by hand still exist? Great find on James/Jimmerson lakes! read more

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After my family received really rude service at a nearby bistro on the waterfront that shall remain nameless we stopped at Tom's and I couldn't be happier that we did. Great donuts that are super cheap (8 donut and a dozen donut holes for $12) and everyone in our group that got ice cream said that was good too. It's no wonder they've been around since the 1970s and I hope they're still around in 2070. read more

I've been going here since I was 5 I'm 23 now still just as good and best donuts in town ! Everytime I come up to my lake from Ohio I make it a point to go here in the mornings and get a dozen! Amazing job well done ! Kind people & fantastic fresh donuts ! read more

Best fresh donuts with a local appeal and right on the water! We literally took the boat to get donuts two mornings in a row. Sunday morning line was over an hour!! Great variety as well-I had the lemon one the first time and chocolate filled the next. Wow!!! So so good! And so fresh! I recommend the chocolate cream filled read more

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The original and THE BEST!! Grew up with a cottage on a local lake and would get their donuts on weekends - soo delish. Grown up now and drive from Toledo a couple times a year just to get the donuts! Great taste and excellent service read more

Longtime and frequent Tom's customers and promoters - but disappointed they no longer carry bow tie donuts. This was always their signature item and the reason so many traveled to Toms. We'd heard rumors from others on our lake that the new owner raised prices and cut out bow ties, and we have sadly confirmed it to be true after our 4th visit to this location this summer. Raised prices are understandable and totally fine to us with COVID hardships, but cutting bow ties makes visits to this Tom's location a tradition ended for our lake crew :-( read more

Best. Donuts. Ever. Donuts were soft and warm! Best donuts I've ever eaten. Prices are very cheap as well! We got a dozen donut holes, a breakfast burrito, and a twist. They were super soft! read more

I got the bacon maple cinnamon fry and it was excellent. Frosting was just the right amount of sweetness. Bacon pieces on top were just the right mix of crunchy and chewy. Service was pretty quick despite the long line that popped up at 9:30am. I will eat there again on future trips. read more

Love Tom's Donuts. I have to give a 2 star rating for one reason only. The poor lady working in there was sweating her butt off. Heat index today is near 100. No AC in there for the workers. You are lucky she didn't walk out and leave. She was miserable in there which makes her irritable which pours over to the customers. I don't blame her, I blame the business for lack of respect for their own employees. Shame on you. read more

It's Tom's Donuts. You don't stay in business over 40 years without great consistent quality and service. And taste!

I have been going to this trailer by the lake for 40 years. This is the only donut shop in the world I would drive out of my way to visit. They make the best damn donuts in these here United States! The apple filled donuts are like eating apple pie. The powder sugar covered Bavarians are soft and sweet and addictive. The old fashioned and the cake donuts, and the cinnamon twists...all top notch. I can't wait to get back for more... read more

Early morning boat rides are great, but even better when you are cruising to Tom's Donuts on Lake James. They even have a private dock for their "float-in" customers. If you don't have a boat they are still worth the drive. Tom's has become a family tradition for us and we always visit when we vacation at the Potawatomi Inn. read more

best donuts hands down, we come all the way from arizona for family and don't go a whole week without these!!!

These are a must have when you are in the area. Fresh made everyday and tons of variety. Be prepared because sometimes the line can get long, especially on holiday weekends. They are well worth the wait! I've been going there every summer for the last 30+ years! read more

Tom's Donuts is not just a fun donut stand that produces totally yummy pastries. It is a beloved part of the northeast Indiana lake experience. A visit to the lakes is incomplete without the joy of participating in the adventure of selecting a donut, cinnamon roll, or any of Tom's many tempting treats. I was there this morning and, thank goodness, there was the usual line. Waiting in line while strategizing your donut selection is part of the fun of Tom's. It is great to share this happy experience with others of the lake community. You might be in line with a CEO or a preschooler and everyone has the same wardrobe - ultra casual. Depending on the time of day, maybe even jammies. Everyone has the same status while in line at Tom's and everyone is in a good mood because they will soon have their favorite pastry and - Hello - they're at the lake! Once you arrive at the order window, if you can choose several items, alternately, from opposite ends of the display windows, then you have demonstrated that you are truly an accomplished donut selector. I love it when little kids are in line in front of me because they are more inclined to not know what they want and need to walk back and forth to inspect the selection. Watching their joy in choosing their own donut, well, it is priceless. Today I watched a barefoot three year old clutching his Tom's Donuts bag while he trotted back toward his parent's boat or cottage. He was beaming with pride with his treasure in hand. Sure, Tom's has other locations where you can score their wonderful fare but their stand on the channel between Lake James and Jimmerson Lake is a special place for precious memories to be made and relived. Thank you, Tom's Donuts, and Happy 50th Anniversary. read more

I look forward to getting Toms Donuts every time we come to the lake. Best donuts around. It has become tradition that my niece and I stand in the long line memorial day weekend. The line always moves pretty fast. The wait is so worth it! :) read more

The very best place for donuts. Ever. Definitely better than the Tom's Donuts in town, but maybe that's just me. I always come here! read more

The best in the business! !.....The entire staff is top notch.....always get us exactly what we need. ...a must stop for any lake day event!! read more