I've been trying various donut shops in the area over the last few months. I decided to give John's a try this past Saturday. I was blown away at the selection, one of the largest out of the shops I've been to. The guy who helped me was super friendly.
I especially enjoyed the glazed pretzel, raisin square, apple fritter, lemon cake, and the cake donut topped with chocolate and coconut.
I'm an early riser, and it was awesome that they were open at 4am. I think I was the second one there. The donuts were fresh and delicious. They're be part of my rotation now, and I look forward to future visits. I highly recommend John's Donuts!
Classic spot. The menu is just fantastic. Very affordable place to go for breakfast and coffee. The staff were super helpful and polite. This place is worth going to after driving by many other chain coffee shops and "fancy" local coffee places. Get here before noon because they will sell out fast. Really cool lil spot that has been there for at least 40 years. There is a reason this place has lasted so long... its awesome.
This place is a St Louis staple! It’s corky and fun look are very misleading, because these are hands down the best donuts in the downtown area! The staff is ready to roll super early, so I called them at 5am to place an order for an office get together. They had it all ready by the time I swung by. When you open the door to the shop it smells like bakery sweets heaven! The staff is friendly, and the prices reasonable.
It has taken me forever to review this establishment. I have gone here for over 10 years and wanted to keep them my secret. It was really selfish of me.
These are the best donuts in St. Louis. The recipe has not changed since I found them. Always fresh, always delicious, always kind and caring employees. I recommend all of them! Of course I have my favorites but you cannot go wrong with anything you pick.
John Donut is the best! Anytime we want donuts we go to John’s. The apple fritters are the best ever, and I highly recommend the St. Louis (Boston) crème, chocolate filled, and glazed old fashioned. The rest are great too, but those are the favorites for our household. To avoid missing out on the high demand items go before 8am, as they open a 4am and close at 11am.
Super friendly, pleasant & prompt service. They had exactly what I needed to provide a delicious morning treat to my co-workers as a random act of kindness. Needless to say the donuts were devoured.
Packed in a cute box. Priced appropriately. Variety of options along with beverages to wash the sugar rush away.
Clean, COVID friendly. Masks required upon entry and worn by employees.
Ample parking in front.
There’s some new donut shops in town - but these OG donuts are the best in town. The Apple fritter is not to be skipped
John's Donuts is my favorite donut shop around St Louis. Great donuts and great coffee! Not to mention the ladies behind the counter are always friendly, courteous, fast, and attentive. John's Donuts is a good example on how to run a small business the right way. Check em out 👍
The service and apple fritters -chocolate long johns from John's Donuts are 🔥 My favorite donut shop!
Great donuts! The outside looks a bit shady but don't let that scare you away from going inside! When you go up to order, you should be ready. One of the guys is likes to be efficient and if you fall behind he'll get irritated. The glazed donuts last a week in the refrigerator. Their danishes last 5-7 days. Definitely drink some milk with the donuts, it will taste much better.
Best donuts in St Louis, and honestly the best I've had in the United States. I rarely lavish praise, either.
The donuts here are light, chewy, and not too sweet. I have been coming here on late nights since 2010 and honestly they have only gotten better since.
Skip all the other donut shops and go to John's.
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