The donuts are huge! We went with a pink donut and an apple fritter. There wasn't much apple in the fritter. It was more like an oversized twist. I love fritters and this really didn't hit the mark. The service was very good. read more

Empire Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Huge, dough filled doughnuts. They were a bit too dense for my taste but they were definitely decadent and would pair amazing with a hot coffee or hot chocolate. I got their brown butter coffee pecan but their selection was so lovely and extensive that I had the worst time deciding. I was told by the cashier that their brown butter coffee pecan was a popular choice and I can see why. It's sugary and the pecans give it a slight crunch. It's a great doughnut. A must if you're in Victoria! read more

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When I lived in Vic, this was a weekly stop. Now that I don't live locally, I spend time thinking about these doughnuts, and anticipate every visit to the island because it means that I can get my fill of these treats. My favourite, the BEST doughnut they offer...the brown butter toffee pecan. The dough is light and flavourful, and the glaze is AMAZING. I have tried other flavours (the apple fritter is good, too) but I keep coming back to my guiltiest pleasure, brown butter toffee pecan. Do yourself a favor and visit the Cook Street location, and then take a walk through the village and onto Dallas Road. One thing to note, both locations open at 9 and often sell out of certain flavours quite early, if not all the doughnuts. If you are set on trying specific doughnuts or just want to see a full case - don't sleep in! Get to Cook St. or View St. asap! read more

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Go here immediately! This was probably the highlight of my visit. Large, fluffy, old school donuts with a thick delicious melt in your mouth icing. More please! Some creative flavors on offer too. What I really enjoyed here was the breakfast sandwich. It's everything I want in a breakfast sandwich; egg, bacon, cheese on a lightly toasted soft brioche bun. So good and at a great price! Almost considered getting a breakfast sandwich across the road for double the price until we stopped here first. So glad we did. The perfect grab and go breakfast or donut treat and the kids left happy. read more

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Delicious big donuts, interesting flavours, each about $3. The earl grey actually tastes like earl grey tea, and it's not too sweet. Fresh and moist (yes, I said moist) and delicious. The lady at the counter is sweet and friendly! We will be back. read more

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Used to be good but quality seems to have gone downhill. Maybe a victim of their own success?! Oil is dirty and donuts are overly sweet. Also, the owner is abusive to staff. Had someone at adjacent business fired for calling them out?! How is that cool? I can't support a business like that. Perhaps if the owner could in some way make reparations and reconcile their harmful practices, I could reconsider a future endorsement or at least change my review. However, it's a long way to go for donuts when you could get Yonni's at several different spots around town. read more

Dear Empire Donuts, "You have got it, you always had it" -Someone smart at some time Simply put, you know what you are doing! Your products are rockin', you are always switching up flavours and types etc. Plus, you have the impact of making loads of people lining up outside of your place, and I see the looks on their faces... they want it! Well guess what empire, there ain't much difference between them and me, because I want it also! Ps. Can you consider making a pancake and/or maple pancake donut ... that would be cool read more

Empire Donuts - Am I right? - Donuts Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Not only was I horrified to know about the unclean work environment : the dishwasher not functioning at max capacity, the condition of the frying oil ( the colour of it was black), alongside the rodent infestation that isn't being handled, at all. It was the treatment inflicted by the owner, Mel. What she allowed to happen and what is continuing to happen. The abuse that a member of the Afro Indigenous community should have NEVER happened. The owner blocked all people speaking out against this, instead of taking any sort of accountability. THIS IS UNSAFE. To say I, will never ever be supporting this business again is an UNDERSTATEMENT. send your money to someone else who's frying dough. read more

Great little donut shop. The donuts are very fresh and the pistachio glazed was light and fluffy. My sister always gets the sour cream glazed and loves it. I recommend. read more

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Hello. To whom it may concern regarding customer service. We just visited the Cook Street location to enquire a 3 dozen donut order for my wedding May 4. At first, staff was friendly; however, a lady came out and passive aggressively told us to order later saying "we don't entertain orders this early for May, come back in February." We explained we're from out of town and just wanted to see what the process was to make an order for an event. The lady then asked the date, to which we said May 4th and wanted to order the special Star Wars donuts. She just dismissed it altogether. No, you can't pre-order...it's the busiest day. Okay - no means no. But we walked out feeling completely dismissed. Zero empathy. It's too bad. We loved supporting your business. The headline here - saying no to a customer is fine, but do it with kindness and empathy. Feeling dismissed, especially for a special occasion, is just disappointing for a wonderful small business. Thanks. read more

Must try if you are in Victoria. The donuts are baked fresh every day with a plethora of different options to choose from. Come early for the best selection. read more

Empire Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Better than whatever donut shop ideas getting all the buzz. I recommend the homer. Your welcome

Very disappointed. Have heard much good about these donuts and the demand for them. We finally made plans to go in and bought ourselves a dozen. The flavours offered were interesting. Earl Grey, eggnog, root beer. But each donut that we tried was very dry. Cannot choke a single one down and we share the box amongst five of us. I would never return and waste my money at this place. Granted the majority of the donuts were yeast donuts so we expected them to be a little dry. But this was ridiculous. Day-old's from other places would've been better than this. read more

Get the chocolate peanut butter cake!! i stopped here specifically to get a piece and was not disappointed. It is big so you may want to share. Cookie sandwiches were also amazing. Grilled cheese was huge and delicious. Donuts were yummy and they had a great selection. The staff were very friendly. If you plan on going, Id suggest going earlier as they sell out. read more

Great place to go for that sugar fix. Lots of variety and flavors. Get there early because once the donuts sell out that's it for the day. They also offer delivery in the downtown core. read more

Empire Donuts - Maple Bacon Long John, Strawberry Stuffy and Cookies & Cream - Donuts Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

I love me a donut. It's my kryptonite. ​Traditional donuts, old fashioned donuts, yeast donuts, cake donuts... mmmm donuts. Empire donuts are made by hand, from scratch by Melanie every morning bright and early.​​ Not super duper fancy, just classic, delicious and finger licking good. Usually she offers 9 to 15 varying flavours like lemon, strawberry, chocolate, cookies n cream... the tried and true with additional creations like brown butter toffee pecan or chocolate nutella or honey chai or earl grey vanilla. The apple fritters are generous in size, not overly sweet and especially good. Yum yum tasty. Gosh knows how she does it... up at the crack of dawn making hundreds of different delectable donuts. Dreamy... Locally roasted coffee + gourmet donut is about $5. Arrive early for fresh selection and before she sells out and closes shop (usually by noon!). If out of luck, order a special delivery or roll over to the Picnic coffee shop locations for more Empire goodness... read more

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I heard a lot about this place so I decided to try it. I tried three different flavours earl grey, cookies n cream, and maple walnut; the flavours were fine but the the dough was dry and stale tasting. The dough reminded me of bread and I was unable to detect any flavour in the dough. What would a plain donut taste like? Is a Saturday not a good day to buy donuts? I am surprised by all the gushing reviews. Maybe it was just my tastebuds or the day of the week but I am unlikely to try Empire donuts again. read more

VERY dissapointed. Showed up at 230 to be told the kitchen closed at 230. Showed up at 215 was told the kitchen was closed. Showed up at 200 kitchen is closed. Says their open until three. Guess thats not true. Won't be back . Thanks for nothing. Oh and I tried to go on Tuesday says their open but they are not. Confusing and misleading. Waste of my time. No respect for the customer and a snotty goodbye. Well goodbye to you to Empire douchebags. read more

I am going to start with the fact that I don't like doughnuts. My wife and kids do, so I ordered a dozen to be delivered as a breakfast surprise for them. The quality and care that goes into making them was quite evident. While on the higher price range for doughnuts ($30/doz), they were worth it. I would much rather have one doughnut from here than three from Tim Horton's. read more

So nice to see a small business thriving! We try to visit early as they are a very popular spot who carry many selections of different & unique donuts; as well as cinnamon buns, cookies, drinks and sandwiches. My daughter loves the "Homer" donut, but an Earl Grey would be my go-to. The staff is always friendly & the decor is adorably Star Wars themed. 10/10!! read more

I'd love to review their donuts, but I can't. After a long wait in line I got to the front and they don't take any mobile payments at all, cash only. I don't have problems with cash only businesses, but most have the common courtesy to put a sign up that says they are cash only. read more

One of the best things about working downtown is being close to this place. Friendly staff and a constant rotation of new things to try. It rocks. read more

One star feels generous. For your wedding, don't bother. Their lack of communication and transparency will only add more stress to your planning. Don't bother enquiring online, no matter how far in advance, as they won't respond. If you are looking for donuts call Cumberland Bakery, their donuts are amazing as is their customer service. read more

Too bad you couldnt try one Ben H! They are simply the best donuts created on this earth! Each morsel a heavenly delight! I would request a dozen for my last meal. The absolute best read more