No clue where all the good reviews are coming from. Tried them for the first time this morning and…read morethe donuts were close to awful. They had to have been at least one day old. Would not recommend and will not return.

Just your typical decor but nothing typical about the donuts! They're always delicious and super…read morefresh. Outstanding apple fritters and chocolate cake donuts! Bring cash!

In the Dutch town of Holland, Michigan, there is a little café where the color blue feels less like…read morea shade and more like a way of life. Bowerman's on 8th is a love letter to the humble blueberry, written in the language of warm lattes, fresh pastries, and shelves overflowing with jars that seem to bottle summer itself. As someone with a dairy allergy, coffee shops can sometimes feel like places built for everyone else. But here there was kindness in the details--different milk options, thoughtful choices, and the feeling that everyone should be able to enjoy a good cup of coffee. Traveling from out of state, this was one of the places I circled on my map, hoping reality would match the stories. Somehow, it was even better. The blueberry latte was the kind of drink that slows time. Bright and refreshing, sweet without trying too hard, tasting like a morning walk through a Michigan orchard after the rain. Around me were cases filled with treats and shelves stacked with jams, syrups, and every blueberry creation imaginable, each one carrying a little piece of the region's soul. There is something beautiful about a place that chooses one simple thing and perfects it. Bowerman's does not merely sell coffee--it celebrates harvests, local traditions, and the quiet joy of gathering around a table. You leave with a warm cup in your hands, a bag of blueberry treasures under your arm and a feeling of satisfaction. Some places are worth the drive. Some are worth the hype. Bowerman's on 8th is both.

I'm not sure how I've never been to Bowerman's On 8th until recently. This cafe/bakery is a cute…read morespot right downtown. I had fun looking around at all the things to buy -- lots of spreads, coffee, merch, blueberry things, kitchen items, stickers, etc. I loved that they had big bags of frozen blueberries for sale - next time I'll bring my cooler! I was heading to dinner so I didn't get any food, but their menu features sweet and savory breakfast options, lunch sandwiches, bowls and salads, soups, even dinner options like a burger. Everything sounded great so I'd love to come back for lunch. The pastry case was calling me, so I got one blueberry donut and a blueberry lemon donut to take home. They were fresh and lightly glazed. The lemon was my favorite. There is a seating area and this looks like a really nice place to enjoy an afternoon. I will hopefully be back soon!

This is our favorite bakery in town. The donuts are huge compared to most places but for my family,…read morethe irresistible pig in a blankets are the true winner! Always hot and fresh.

New owners (May 2023), raised donuts have a new batter (new recipe). The cinnamon donuts are…read moredefinitely humongous!! I love the chocolate and cinnamon. Apple fritters have replaced my go-to sprinkle obsession. The new owners are kind and listen to what you want! I'm happy with the changes and happy with the same pigs in the blanket with such a slight difference. Moist.. in a good way! Stop by when you're in Holland! I wouldn't go anywhere else for donuts!

Beautiful little bakery with a huge parking lot! This place gets packed and for good reason!…read more Apple cider donuts are phenomenal, the almond cookies are delightful and soft, the fresh orange juice is well worth $5 a cup, and the muffins are huge. So many things to choose from, good luck!!

Still good! We…read moredon't go to Deboer's often because it's in a high traffic location that attracts swarms of people/ tourists. The food is good, but not usually worth these long wait times imo. Today, was a cloudy and cold Wednesday mid morning. The place was busy, but no long wait times. The food is always good. Everything I've ever eaten on the menu is good... but I have a special affinity for pig 'n the blankets, banket, and any Mexican inspired breakfast item in the menu. Today I had the chorizo Benny. It was fabulous and worth the $15 imo. Our waiter, Pedro, was the best! He's worked there for over a decade and knows the family that runs this restaurant--- 3 Dutch brothers--- he gave me a run down on the lore and all the pictures are of their family photos hanging around the restaurant. I think that's pretty cool. They will be opening and expanding into a new restaurant location on the corner of River and Lakewood Blvd sometime in the near future. That location will have more of a "hipster" vibe with breakfast cocktails, etc. Check them out when you want... but if you don't want to wait come during off peak hours and off season times. Make sure to peruse their bakery for some goodies to take home. Salud.

The donuts are soooo good! Top rack is $1.50 and bottom rack is $1.95 a piece. The bakery is very…read morespacious and full of temptation. I've only tried their donuts, but I plan to taste their cakes soon. Allow two days for cake orders, but more for special orders. I loved the ambience -- looks so relaxing. You can't beat the service; they are quick!

My strawberry cream cheese muffin was amazing. Sweet and moist but balanced by the cream cheese…read more It was dense and filling as well. I would definitely order that again. When we came in the worker told us that it was bogo because of what time it was. That was a nice piece of information and we got some donuts too. She was friendly and helpful. The price was great for what we got. By coming in later we had less to choose from but that was fine by us as they still had all of the classic flavors left. Recommended!

I was looking for places to check out on my recent Holland adventure and this place intrigued me…read more.. because it's a bakery/cafe that has chicken tenders....!! I LOVE chicken tenders. I drove up and loved the spacious parking lot. Walking in, the bakery was well lit and clean, and a bit overwhelming. They had so many kinds of baked goods, including some Dutch specialties like banket. (I honestly have no idea what that is but I know it's a Dutch pastry.) You can order 2, 3, 5, or 12 tenders at a time, and you can get them as a combo (with fries and a drink) or just by themselves. I opted for two tenders, one plain and one with original dry rub which is kind of like a ranch flavor. I also ordered a Diet Coke. The food didn't take too long to come out, and the tenders were hefty and super crispy. I liked the dry rub, but I think I'd just go with plain next time because they have the most delicious honey mustard. The Diet Coke was also super crispy and this was such a nice snack. They also have a menu of breakfast options like egg sandwiches, bagels, avocado toast, etc. The lunch menu is rounded out with salads, sandwiches, and mac and cheese. If I lived nearby I think I'd be a regular here!

One of our go-to when we are in Holland. We like the sandwiches, so tasty! This time we had the…read moreDetroiter and Chorizo. Both are delicious and a good size. Don't skip getting a donut - the cronut is to die for! We took home some bread and coffee cakes. The line gets long but it is moving fast. There are few servers at the counter that simultaneously taking orders. Since the weather gets warmer now, it is nice to have breakfast at the patio. They have ample number of spots of parking. I highly recommend this bakery!

Cranes is a nice place to grab a quick lunch while in Holland. The bag of 1/2 dozen donuts and the…read morefresh apple cider are reasons alone to stop in. I chose the beef and noodle soup as well as the club sandwich. I am not sure if the size of the sandwich was worth the cost, but it was tasty. The soup was hot and delicious. It is a quaint little venue in which you order at the counter and then grab a seat.

While visiting Holland, Mi this weekend we stopped in at Cranes for lunch. Excellent lunch spot…read more They have a great selection of homemade baked pies. For lunch I kept it simple and had a hot dog. Also had a slice of cherry pie and chocolate pecan pie. Everything was delicious.

Super cute coffee shop in Holland, Michigan. Great to stop by right before visiting Veldheer Farm…read more They have a lot of hanging plants on the ceiling. Their coffee and matcha drinks were flavorful, creative, and the perfect level of sweetness. We had the Brazen Coffee (cayenne honey and chocolate), Vietnamese Coffee (vanilla, cinnamon, coconut creme, and condensed milk), Iced Blackberry Matcha (blackberry cold foam). All of them were great!

Came here right before walking in the Tulip Time parade with my coworkers. I got the berry cupcake…read moreand Nutella latte. It hit the spot at the time in that it kept me warm and indoors but neither was especially memorable. I couldn't really taste any Nutella in the latte, though it was still a decent latte overall. The cupcake seemed a little stale, but considering it was gluten-free, it still wasn't bad. Service was quick, and it was a convenient stop before the parade.

Great fresh blueberry treats and very friendly staff. Love all of the choices of food, drinks and…read moredesserts.

The place was off the hook busy…read more We tried a blueberry chicken sandwich, cheese cake and scone. The cheesecake was insane. The flavor profile was not too sweet, so creamy, light and airy yet decadent. The perfect blueberry flavor. The sandwich was also very good. The scone could have been skipped. It was probably one of the worst scones we've ever had. I wish we had more cheesecake :) Overall, so worth the trip!!

I am a Grand Rapids nurse, and I try a lot of donuts from a lot of surrounding areas. Patients and…read morepatient family members love to thank us with baked goods :):):) Yesterday someone brought us donuts from Zeeland Bakery and they slapped! I ate three and I am a bit of a health nut. I try not to eat too many sweets, but I couldn't help myself with these. I had a sour cream cake donut, a cinnamon and sugar twist, and a long john type donut with vanilla frosting and lemon filling. Great product.

Stopped at the Zeeland Bakery for the first time immediately noticed that this is a local town…read morefavorite. The flow of customers was constant. Nothing great or spectacular about the place, but their donuts are so good. The donuts are slightly different from what my husband and I are accustomed to. The place is a bit cramped, only has a few small tables, and the line of customers could easily be out the door at times. The counter was staffed by three teenagers or young adults. The donut selection was small but enough to please the young and old. We're new in the area so we thought we'd give it a try and ordered 4 donuts for $8 -- glazed, chocolate cinnamon, chocolate creme, and sugar twist. They were all delicious! They do not offer a half dozen special but mentioned that they do have a dozen special. I forgot to ask what that special was. Next time.