Growing up in Chicago, I had no shortage of great donut shops, so I'm pretty picky. Country Donuts…read morein Crystal Lake absolutely delivers. The donuts are exceptional...always fresh, soft, and some of the best you'll find anywhere. It's one of those places that keeps our family coming back. What makes it even more special is Mike. Every time we walk in, he treats our family like we're regulars. He's genuinely kind, welcoming, and always takes the time to make our kids smile. In fact, every time we leave, my kids say, "He's just so nice." Great donuts will bring you in. Great people keep you coming back. Thank you, Mike, for making Country Donuts a place our family loves.

This is on Yelp's 50 the Best Donut shops in the United States…read more... Fantastic facility, fun interior with the donut bar! Great service! Donuts weren't that great at all... dry but with runny icing... I would suggest not leaving them exposed to the air in baskets behind the register... I was there at 10 in the morning so it's not like it was really late like when you buy donuts at 3 o'clock .... Looks like they make donuts 24 hours a day so I'll need to try and get something fresher next time?

I love Joe + D!! They have been at the farmers market in Crystal lake on Saturdays and they are…read moresooooooo good! Mini doughnuts are amazing! And the coffee is really good! The service is outstanding! I will definitely be back for more chai and donuts! My kids love the mini doughnuts, so good!

Amazing coffee! Delicious warm doughnuts! Super friendly staff. Try the chai and add some pumpkin…read morecreamer. Sooo good! Highly recommended!

It's that time of year! Great quality custard!…read more Julie Ann's has been our favorite custards since moving here since 2022. It's local and a great place to hang out. Anytime we recommend a place for dessert this is the first in mind. Service is quick and honestly the greatest concept you can wait in your car and they come to you?! Haha seems like most places are doing this but because the influx of folks and people loving this place as well I think it's a great in and out concept.

It's just mid. It's just another frozen custard shop. I don't feel like it's worth the hype that…read morepeople give it. Honestly, I like Culver's better- it's creamier. The location is so small and cramped, they need a bigger storefront. I got a brownie sundae and added bananas and it was nothing crazy. There was barely any bananas for the price they charged me extra. The hot fudge was not even "hot" and the brownie was nothing special. They offered a pint of coconut but when I asked if they had that flavor they said no. I wouldn't recommend unless it's the only place you're willing to drive to.

Was hanging out in Crystal Lake and stopped by Pots and Pies. Service was pleasant and with a smile…read morefrom the lady behind the counter. I ordered a veggie quiche and a small apple pie to take home. I ate the quiche several hours later. I did not like the quiche at all. I thought it tasted subpar and I have had superb quiche in the past. As an apple pie lover, I did like the apple pie much better. The crust had a nice flavor and flakiness to it. The filling was descent and it warmed up nicely after being in the freezer for a while.

I accidentally stumbled upon the bakery on an internet search. Oh, oh my!…read more I purchased a chicken pot pie, quiche Lorraine, a daily special Beef Stroganoff and a box of tarts. Every single thing was delicious. I cannot recommend it enough and will be going back soon for more. Not to be missed.

The coffee was fresh and decent, and there was a nice variety of drinks and food options to choose…read morefrom. I went for the cold brew and their loaded BLT. Price was good for the portion and quality of food. The atmosphere was warm and comfortable, perfect for a hang out with friends or just getting some work done - although it does get pretty busy and loud at certain times. The staff was friendly and the order was prepared quickly. It had a relaxed vibe that made it easy to stay and enjoy the space.

Stopped in while in the area. Parking was a challenge, but I persisted and eventually found a spot…read more A charming interior and a friendly staff. I got my usual iced coffee and thought it was just fine. I couldn't quite put my finger on the after taste. Almost a bit smoky or noticeable roasted flavor. There is a lot of seating available to linger and enjoy your beverage. Overall a pleasant experience but wouldn't be my top stop in the area for an iced coffee.

The café has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that makes it a nice place to relax, grab a drink, or…read morespend some time catching up with friends. It has a comfortable local coffee shop feel rather than feeling like a typical chain. The coffee was good and thoughtfully made. You can tell they put care into their drinks, and the quality was consistent. The menu had a nice variety of options, making it easy to find something whether you prefer classic coffee drinks or something a little different. Service was friendly and the overall experience was enjoyable. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that while everything was good, I didn't have a single drink or item that completely stood out as unforgettable.

Came in today, first time in a long time…read more I got the cortada and a pour over black coffee. I absolutely loved my drinks. I also got the king salmon I believe and that was solid. Place was huge and many seats open again being there at 9am. Majority of the plugs are on one side of the wall but honestly wasn't really looking for one just noticed it. Folks are nice and seems like they were quite happy doing what they do! I highly recommend if you're in the area.

We stopped in the while visiting family and omg, I need this in the city. The churro was so fresh…read moreand delicious! I had the strawberry one and my sister got apple which shockingly was really good because I don't like apple desserts. The inside is really nice too, they have some cool painting, decor, and games to play while you wait or enjoy your sweets. I can't wait to visit again!

Stopped in for a quick Valentines Treat before our son's hockey game ! Selection was great and…read morethat Churro Sundae was AWESOME!!

Tom's never fails…read more After our Port Edward lunch a visit to Tom's for supplies and produce. Nice people , excellent treats , good prices Love this place

Place is good, and always fresh. Went on a Tuesday and it was pretty busy with families…read more Got the rustic chicken pesto melt with my vanilla honey latte. Place is always clean and well kept. If you need a place to hangout and or need good food come here.

This is a brand-new Dunkin' in Crystal Lake and I stumbled across it after visiting another…read morebusiness in Crystal Lake and Google navigated me past this location on the way home. I try to mix it up a little when it comes to coffee shops, I usually drink Dunkin' but I'll have a Starbucks here and there, as you can see from my past reviews here on Yelp. The service here was over the top, very quick for a Dunkin' location and, best of all even in McHenry County, they were serving coffee and with a tray for even more social distancing. Kaci? was very helpful and knew the items very well, this is the kind of experience I wish I could get at every Dunkin' location. The next time you're in Crystal Lake and craving Dunkin, give this location a try!

Drive Thru Experience: 5/5 Calm and welcoming. I was kindly…read moresuggested an item that sounded insane and then was asked to make my order in a calm/composed tone. I ordered two Beyond Breakfast Sandwiches on croissants. Food Pickup/COVID Safety: 6/5 Wow. Honestly my best drive-thru experience yet. They held the card reader out of the drive-thru window to make my payment. My food was handed to me using a sterile bin. The employee was nice and chill...no manic energy. Food: 5/5 Best Dunkin' Beyond Breakfast Sandwich I've had so far. I've ordered so many of these things in Chicago and none of them have ever come close.

Garfield's is one of the BEST LIQUOR STORES that I have ever seen. By chance I moved to Crystal…read moreLake from southern California about a year ago (what a fool, eh?) And Garfield's was just up the street - my closest liquor store other than a gas station.

There is an attitude problem with the employees. I feel like they are doing me a favor when I shop…read morethere. Well I won't have to experience it any more. There are just too many other places to buy spirits.