Times change and reviews change. I used to love this donut shop. Something happened to the guy who works there. His attitude went south and now when I go in I don't feel welcome, he's not attentive, and he's messed up the order a few times. Now I go north to another donut shop. Good luck and farewell buddy! read more

I arrived at Countryside Donut House in Kirkland around 10:40 a.m. today, Thursday 7 December 2023, and found the donuts going going gone quickly. Fortunately, they had what I had hoped for, buttermilk bar donuts. I decided to go with two, which came to a total of $4.40. The worker who helped me was friendly and eager to engage in conversation. The donuts were a moderate density for buttermilk donuts. The exterior of each was crisp and the glaze applied in a thin layer. The sweetness of the glaze was not overpowering. I found the two donuts to be a perfectly satisfying quantity as they were on the smaller side. read more

Countryside Donut House - Two buttermilk bar donuts. - Donuts Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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They make a lot of great testing sweet treats! Stop by, and you won't be disappointed by their selection or the treats. I think they are better donut makers than the major chains in this area. Been coming here for years and years; I have never been disappointed with the food or service. The shop is old-school and basic, but it is a good example of the good-old-days style of store. read more

Get here early!! This place sells out fast and to tell ya the truth, I can see why. It's a simple donut shop with the look and feel of stepping back in time. There is nothing fancy about the place but the sweet treats inside and where it's at! Our options were limited getting there around 9:30am, but I did try the donut holes - always a favorite, light and airy, and not too sweet. You're in luck because they do take debit/credit cards, I feared it would be cash only. This place sure does have it regulars and it was nice visiting on a Saturday morning seeing the place thriving! read more

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Excellent donuts. Highly recommend the Buttermilk donuts. The prices are really reasonable. These donuts are better than Top Pot, Krispy Kreme, or Mighty-O. Get there early and have a great snack for the day. I will admit the shop could use a facelift but don't let that stop you from coming in. read more

I cam here super early because I heard this place run out of stuff pretty fast. The place is small and they only allow one person in at a time due to covid-19 which is nice. When it was my turn, I went in to look at the selections. The price was a little hard to read so I just let the owner do his thing. I ended up getting Buttermilk bar - small, subtle crunch, good flavor Apple fritter- looks flat but crispy and have apple chunks in there, one of my favorite Regular donut with coconut - standard Maple bar - light good Donut holes - super light and fluffy Lemon jelly donut - standard Ham and cheese pastry - pretty good, nice balance in flavor Overall, it was a decent donut place. However, the price is on the higher end. All of it was around $15 which means $2 / donut. not sure how that added up...The other critique was that the size of the donut was inconsistent. If you get unlucky, you can get a pretty small donut compare to another person and pay for the same price. read more

Countryside Donut House - a variety of donuts - Donuts Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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I have been coming here since I was a kid. This will forever be favorite donut place. I am so happy to be able to share it with my daughters. Mike is always so nice to us when we come to visit. The sugar donuts are my favorite, it's like biting into a sugar cloud. read more

Countryside Donut House - Chocolate bar, sugar donut, sprinkle donut, & lemon filled glazed donut - Donuts Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

I'm giving a donut shop 5 stars even though I only sample 4 varieties. And I mean it! I'm not a huge donut fan, but I do know my pastries. Because many/most hardcore donut shops close by 1pm including Countryside, I'm left with grocery store or Top Pot donuts. Pass on both. I've literally bitten into a Safeway donut in the past, spit it out, and threw the rest away. Putrid. Taste/Texture My hubby bit into the Bravarian Custard filled and was immediately gushing about how good it is - lots of filling, soft tender donut, great chocolate top. He normally doesn't like cake donuts (ref Top Pot, why do people like them??), but he really wanted a second so he ate that too. Again, immediately he said it's so good, super fresh, soft and delicious. I had the twist and that was pillowy goodness that melts in your mouth. I still have the chocolate old fashion to enjoy. Cost I thought it was very reasonable. A cake donut was $1.29 and the custard filled was $1.89. The total for 4 donuts were $6.08 after tax. I'm used to high end pastry prices at nearly $4 for a croissant. This is a great deal in comparison. The owner was very nice, mask on, gloves on. One door to enter, the other door to exit. One way customer traffic flow. Go early. They often sell out early and just close shop for the day. read more

Countryside Donut House - Chocolate old fashion, chocolate cake, twist, chocolate Bavarian cream filled donuts - Donuts Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Excellent, simple, classic donuts. I've been there many times but just now only tried a chocolate cake donut (because I usually don't like them). This one was great. Soft and not too sweet unlike the dense things you usually get at other places. Kind people run it too. read more

Imagine walking into a place thinking " this is gonna be good, it's one of those 'hole in the wall' spots". When you walk in and place an order, the guy behind the counter looks like you just asked him to commit a crime... I'll say this,If your donuts look like the picked over selection at a Safeway at 230pm on a Wednesday afternoon, your customer service should probably outmatch your product.... Oh I was with my daughter... and after deciding to leave without placing an order, I was given the double bird(middle finger) read more

Just wanted to update my review. I only didn't give Countryside 5 stars on my last visit because I'd hate to say this place is so amazing that you'd go out if your way to get here, only to find a hole in the wall donut shop with not as much stock or variety as a chain store may have. Also, coffee is basic, but IMHO, you don't need specialty coffee with donuts. But, gosh, the donuts at this place are just so yummy, and the owner is a good guy. He's been here since '84, I think he said. You don't last that long without at least a die hard following and some super well-liked donuts. He's part of old-school Kirkland, as my mind sees it. Even when we lived here for a decade, I never once cane in and saw anyone else working. We're here on a visit, the first in at least 5 years, from the east coast. Definitely made a point to come here, and I'm so glad I did. The maple bars are exactly as I remember them, or better... soft, fresh and delicious. I sent a pic of my daughter enjoying one and he responded that he thinks the donuts at Countryside are the reason he doesn't like most other donuts! So, if you're in the area and craving a donut, come!!! BTW, I love that a guy just came in and pre-paid for his $100 worth of donuts he ordered for a wedding party this weekend! Who is going to serve mediocre donuts to a wedding party? (That's rhetorical... because, clearly, no one!!) read more

Countryside Donut House - The most perfect maple bar on the planter. For real. - Donuts Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

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I love walking down the block to Countryside Donut House for a delicious, weekend donut! My go-to is a white sprinkle and a glazed and my wife loves the chocolate bars. The owner Mike is always there and although he is a man of few words, he is always friendly. What I appreciate most (other than the very tasty donuts) is that you can tell this shop is a beloved, local establishment. On the walls there are photos that show folks taking donuts around the globe, Christmas and graduation cards, and stickers from all across the US. These people love Countryside Donut House and you don't get that personality from a chain or grocery store. So next time you want a sweet treat, swing by Countryside Donut House. But make sure to come early so you can grab your favorite donut before someone else eats it! read more

The best!! Incredibly fresh donuts, and well priced. Two dozen for $22. Cash or check only. I will drive out of my way to come here to pick up donuts for trainings or meetings. Always a huge hit! I've been multiple times and haven't had the same "grouchy" service experience as others. However; the lady is up everyday at like 3am making these delicious donuts, for YOU! Could you blame her if she wasn't overly talkative?? ;) Can't say enough good things about this place read more

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2.5/5 Apple Fritter. A thin style fritter with a decent crispness on the outside edges but it tasted burnt. The center was of a good consistency and did not have the strong burnt flavor. Some Apple pieces but not a ton, though it is common on the thin style fritters to be light on fruit. The overall sweetness level and flavor blend seemed good but hard to overpower the burnt flavor that kept trying to take over my taste buds as I worked around this fritter. read more

Countryside Donut House - Apple Fritter - Donuts Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Picked up donuts to give participants after a race and these hit the spot. Everyone asked me where they are from and said they will definitely be going. When I stopped to pick them up around 9 am on a Saturday there was a small line but by the time I left there were several people lined up outside. The donut box is also super cute which is a nice touch! We just got a bunch of assorted but everyone liked what they had! read more

Glazed raspberry filled donut - soft and fluffy with a sweet filling and light glaze. Would return, without a doubt.

Love the maple bars! Much preferable to Top Pot. Countryside donuts are lighter and more yeasty. Yum!

Donut shop was alright. There is a Mediterranean chicken shop right next door I want to try next time. Nothing fancy. Basic donuts.

1 star for consistently running out of the chocolate crullers. You run out every damn day then make more! Always have plenty of the donuts nobody like so make less of those and more chocolate cruller. read more

Don't bother the guy working 5/22/22 certainly couldn't. For the entire almost transaction he stayed glued to his phone. I asked how many more donuts I needed to pick for a dozen- a grunt in reply. The I asked about glazed donuts and he shoved the box towards me. Needless to say I turned and walked out. I realize this is a digital world- but have the common courtesy to wait on the customer in front of you without a phone in your hand and watching a video playing loudly. I have visited the Bothell location and had great service. I like supporting small business, but skip Kirkland location unless you enjoy terrible service. read more

I love this place. It's an old school guy that looks like he's been running the shop for decades.

We've been coming to Mike's shop since I was a little kid. What started out as a reward for good behavior turned into a family favorite! I have yet to find a better donut that those here at what my family and I fondly refer to as 'The Donut Man's Shop.' If you're looking for fresh, light and beautifully flavored morning pastries, this is the place to go- but you'll have to get there early as he runs out quickly (a good testament to how much the community enjoys them, if you ask me!). The owner is very kind and provides great service- at this point he knows the whole family and, while he's not much for many words, always remembers us and asks about what's new and how we're doing. I like to share this anecdote from years ago about the kind of business Mike runs: when we were quite a bit younger, my little brother had left his Kindle at his shop right before Lent (which means we didn't come by for sweets for well over a month). Some time later, I happened by the shop before work and Mike immediately pulled out the Kindle (which we had thought was long lost) saying that he had held onto it until we returned. He said he knew we had given up pastries for Lent, but it was well past that- where had we been, and was everything well with us! There is an elderly group who loyally sit and enjoy what seems like every morning at the shop- I often see Mike helping them in and out of cars and joining in their conversations. While the coffee isn't anything to write home about, I can't emphasize enough how great these donuts are. If you get the chance to go extra early, be sure to grab one of his breakfast sandwiches (they're the first to run out), paired with a maple bar or (and) a twisted glazed donut. However, regardless of which one you pick- it's bound to be a winner to start off your day. I could go on, but you get the point. Great donuts, great spot, great guy. ***Stay Home Order note- the shop is still open for pick up during this time. Please go support him and other local businesses during this time! read more

I popped in around 10:30 on a Tuesday and was surprised at the variety they still had. They're classic style donuts for a reasonable price. The person working was quick to help and very professional. I will definitely come back next time I get a donut craving. read more

I came in for donuts after a dentist apt. (sorry!) and this place was like a time warp. Nearly every table was filled with "old-time regulars" eating donuts and drinking coffee, chatting and reading the news. The interior doesn't look like it's change since the 80's with customer's pictures adorning the walls. The donuts selection is pretty standard. You'll find your basic bars, cake, old fashioned and bear claws. The flavors are basic, but the donuts are good. I wouldn't go out of my way, but I'll stop back after my next dentist apt. read more

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We order from this place for school events and for weekends and they are always consistent! I'm usually not a fan of cake donuts, but they are delicious here. read more

I have never been to anyplace that so freaking so unfriendly and yeah the donut suck ... Gosh the guy at the front counter is so rude. I feel like he got angry at us for just showing up and buying donuts from his place .. If I could I would take back my $2 and give this place a -10 stars . YES, it's that bad . DO NOT GO HERE !!! I AM SERIOUS ABOUT THIS read more

Countryside Donut House - This is all donuts that they have - Donuts Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

It seems like this place might not be very covid friendly with a lot of elderly folks who were hanging out in tables next to one another. They were wearing masks but still not really social distancing. But overall the experience felt off and the owner was irritated and short with us when we asked if they had a specific donut he basically told us to look at the time and that the morning was over (it was 10am). Not very friendlCustomer service would be better but got some cheap decent donuts. I don't think I will ever come back unless I am craving it! read more

Today is Bosses Day. I work as a nanny for a family and knew they would appreciate a dozen old school donuts today, especially after the whole family was recouping from an illness. I pass the donut shop everyday on my way to work and knew it would be where I stopped. I pull up and it's dark. I got there at 7 and the sign out front said they should be open. Nope. Dark. No donuts. No employees. So now I don't have time to go elsewhere and will show up with nothing for my employers. Boo. read more

This place is home to me. I remember coming here as a kid and I adore they are still there. The donuts are super fresh and oh so delicious. It gave me great joy to buy a donut here and see it full of community outreach and fellowship. This place is a great pit stop before hitting the ford dealership across the street for car shopping. If you are In need of a car and don't feel like getting ripped off in unfair trading practices, or maybe you dont want to sellout to the import market, go get a donut and a hot cup of coffee and enjoy the splendors of Kirkland ford. They have an American car just ready for you. Both new and used. It's a good thing peeps. Thank you countryside donuts for keeping the lights on while I find my next car. read more

Never actually got any donuts, ended up walking out before I could place an order. Walked in wanting to buy a couple dozen doughnuts to take to the office and was the only customer in the shop at about 6:20 am. Tried to get the attention of the employee who was working in back but got no response, stood there for 5 minutes waiting to place an order. Eventually another customer walked in, this time a young Asian male and the employee immediately dropped what he was doing and came to take this customers order continuing to ignore me even though I had already been there waiting to place an order. I guess it's a good shop if you look enough like the employee to grab their attention. Ended up just walking out and won't return. Went up the road to Doughnut Factory and got the best service I've received in a while. read more

Taste was good, but felt a lil but oily. The cappuccino is very bad. Went there around 10 am in weekdays in it was all sold out. I think the advantage for me is it is so close to me thats it. read more

Best donut ive ever had. Doesnt open at 5 lucky if 5:30. Donut is worth the wait. Ill wait across the street debating how much time i have before i have to have to leave for work. read more

My mom started taking me here when I was 10 years old, it was our special treat to go here. I started the same tradition with my son who is now nearly 20. This is the only donut place he likes, every other place he says "these aren't good like Countryside". The gentleman running it is so sweet and friendly, always remembers us and if I come without my son he asks how he is. I always sell lots of people hanging out for morning coffee and donuts, makes me happy that it feels so comfortable and inviting. It's not a fancy upscale spot...just a basic donut shop with amazing donuts. read more

I love this donut house! So friendly and kind of hidden by the Subway and 711. Everytime we go to church we grab some donuts from here, its important to support local business. I definatly reccomend coming here! read more

Fresh delicious doughnuts and great variety. Very friendly service. If I lived close by I'd want to be here every day!

Good basic donuts from a basic donut shop: I enjoyed the plain glazed, chocolate glazed and the cream filled donuts at my recent stops. Beware: they do seem to run out of donuts early (like between 8am and 9am). read more

Not the best selection at 9:45 am . Watch as he rings up your order because his posted prices are not what you will pay! Very sneaky if you ask me. read more

Countryside Donut House - Donuts Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Great donut shop! The donuts are DELICIOUS and the man that helped me was very friendly. I appreciate them only allowing one customer at a time and requiring a mask. Thank you for caring about your community and the health of others. read more

Delicious homemade donuts! the owner has always been friendly and kind. This is a great small business to support!

I work down the street so someone at the dealership is bound to go to Countryside sometime in the week. Their maple bars are the goods. OH MY, microwave them so it's warm. Oh yum! I have yet to try anything else from there but I haven't heard anything bad about it from my co-workers. I suggest coming early since they do run out of donuts, they always run out so I don't understand why they just don't make more. Supply & demand. When you walk in, it's not too welcoming when it comes to the decor but the donuts make up for it! read more