We have been coming here for the past couple of years now on vacation. We used to make several different trips here throughout the week but now we cut it down to 1, which is enough. I love their doughnuts especially the morning buzz one with mocha glaze and oreos. I am seeing a lot of other donut shops trying to do the same thing now, but that is one flavor I can't find anywhere else. Every other year we have been here there's always a line. This week there was no line for some reason, and we got our doughnuts quicker than ever. However, they were not as hot as they should be, I had to heat them up in our microwave. Maybe it is better when there is a line then. One time we got them a few years ago the one machine was broken too. I think since they were down a donut machine they tried to compensate by cooking them faster. But we got donuts that were still raw in the middle. I still like these donuts but am dissapointed they seem like they're starting to slip a little. Maybe I'll try shugar shack across the street next time. read more

This place was very interesting! This was my 2nd time there but this place was so much different than the one I went to. I didn't see any options of making your own. It was so crowded and I wanted to take my time and read everything but this place was so upbeat that I could not concentrate. I felt like if I didn't hurry up and order than I was going to get cussed out. I was mad at this location for only taking cash! It is 2017, so what business establishment only takes cash? The doughnuts was delicious of course but they are kinda small. Can they make them bigger like Krispy Cream, Giant, or 711? read more

Fractured Prune - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Excellent fresh donuts. Tasty coffee. I wound up eating 3 donuts on my own. Lol. I'd definitely go again next time we're in Ocean City.

everything was perfect staff friendly food delicious!!! could not ask for a better experience.

This shop is literally across the street from my hotel. You can smell the donuts on a breezy day when you are standing in the parking lot. So, the aroma of hot, fresh donuts lured me in. Oh, the gluttony! I ordered three (not just for me) : The O.C. Sand (a local specialty), Lemonade, and the special of the season, Apple Crisp. After biting into one of these it makes me sad I didn't patronize the shop in Silver Spring enough before they packed up and left town. These morsels of high carb, high fructose, high calorie, and high fat content are incredibly delicious! They give them to you in a box because they are warm and gooey. The O.C. Sand was simple and sweet. The Lemonade was a bit artificial tasting, but aren't most donuts that way? The Apple Crisp was sweet like the O.C. Sand with added graham cracker crumbs and an apple flavor. The best part is that they are just $1.50. More than a DD donut, but they are dressed to order, and when you consider that a "boutique" cupcake can cost you anywhere between $3.00 - $5.00, these babies are a steal. read more

This place looks about as clean as a makeshift medic station during the Battle of Stalingrad. Furthermore, they're cash only and apparently COVID keeps them from making breakfast sandwiches. I had no idea a virus could keep you from throwing an egg and some sausage between two pieces of bread. I hope the owners personally contact me so I can call them asshats directly. I even ran into one of their employees at Dunkin Donuts and they said Dunkin's food is better. One star only because no star is not an option. Their donuts are greasy anyway and will leave you with more time on the porcelain than hitting the waves. read more

We stumbled across the Fractured Prune while passing by. Let me say, that this place seems really run down and old (because it is) but don't let appearances fool you. In fact, I was quite disappointed when I saw that my 2$ donut was so small I even laughed at it when I first opened the box, prompting an employee to laugh with me. However, upon taking a bite... The fractured prune is now my all time favorite donut spot. Although I am only on vacation, I will be returning the next time I visit ocean city. We ordered the French toast and blueberry donut. (Btw, they look nothing like the photos) the donut was very soft and warm with an explosion of flavors in threat way possible. They are small for good reason because it is so sweet. I couldn't imagine eating more than one or two. It almost reminds me of a funnel cake and I love funnel cakes. I've had other donuts but most feel to bready with very little sweetness. fractured prune donuts are concise and get straight to the point. Take a stop by if you are feeling the sweet tooth without wanting to fill yourself up. Happy eating. read more

Fractured Prune - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Soo many choices, soo little time! I stopped here every morning this past weekend to pick up a dozen for my hotel group that mini vacations here every summer. There were about 15 of us and I wanted to make sure everyone tried one! And the general consensus was they loved them as these doughnuts were the perfect morning snack to get fight our hangovers and get us going for the day! With around 19 glazes and 13 toppings to choose from you can't really go wrong with any of them. And don't worry, you will have time to pick which ones you want because the line is usually out the door every time I go. The doughnuts are always made fresh and then go into an assembly line of glazes and toppings. I'm talking strawberry, blueberry, cinnamon glazes to chocolate, jimmies, coconuts to even an ice cream scoop as a topping. I typically eat about 2-3 per visit and some of my staples are the OC sand, blueberry, and strawberry ones. This ain't your typical Dunkin D or Krispy Kreme, no wonder this place has been featured on the Food Network and other shows. read more

Fractured Prune - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

If you go to Ocean City, then this is one of the places you need to visit (along with Fisher's). On our way home this weekend, we stopped by this Fractured Prune location so we could take a half dozen home with us. My husband only wanted one (lemonade) so I picked the rest of the flavors, choosing French Toast, Sundae, Reese Cup, Morning Buzz and Pebble Beach. I paid ($1.50 for one, $7 for a half dozen and $12 for a dozen, cash only) and waited for my order. Less than three minutes later, I walked out to the car and we were on our way home. Less than fifteen minutes later, all the donuts were gone. My husband only had one. I am ashamed to say that I ate the other five all by myself and in such a short amount of time. However, I am pregnant and I will tell my husband that is my reason for eating them all, but I will admit to Yelp! that I would have done this even if I was not pregnant! These donuts are that good. They are made fresh right in front of your eyes and when you get them, they are so hot and fresh and each bite practically melts in your mouth. After eating donuts from Fractured Prune, no other donut will even compare to these. read more

Fractured Prune - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Honestly... Fractured Prune alone is a reason to come down to OCMD. I can't emphasize how great their donuts are. They're made to order, right in front of you. They're hot, fresh, and dense.... it makes my mouth happy just thinking about it. It's hard to have a favorite flavor because they're all so good... Pebble Beach, Black Forest, Trail Mix..... Yeah, they're that good. read more

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Eh they are ok. They are literally the same doughnut with just different toppings. They make them "fresh to order" and everyone in our group loved them but me. I just wasn't impressed. Good coffee. Lots of locations. read more

The donuts themselves were a solid 3, but the shop was SO DISGUSTING. How can they be in business?! There was dirt and grime everywhere. If you want a good laugh, look at their "sanitation station" covered in dirt and donut mess. We went at 8am, it looked like a weeks worth of mess hadn't been cleaned up. They need to be out of business. read more

Went to grab the morning 'nuts for the fam. Line was long and kind of strange. Got fully screamed at by one of the workers because there were too many people in the store. This would normally upset me but honestly, I kind of liked it. Woke my ass up. The two boys behind the counter were absolutely whipping the donuts into the glaze containers. I would have loved to know the exact speed bc it was shocking. At least 25mph. I mean I can't blame them, if I was a ten year old working in a donut shop by the beach I would do the same thing. Donuts were good. 5 stars. read more

Had a friend that worked here. Said I was going to visit him, really was going to be a total fattie and eat many donuts. It's basically what I do, to mix and match things, when it comes to sweets. SO. This works. Not to mention they are fresh, hot, gooey, and the place is totally personable and "my spot" feeling, even though the number of prunes is growing. This one will always be mine. My favorite, by the way, is the simple OC Sand. read more

Fractured Prune - Our collection one fine morning - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

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They've never cleaned the store. Look in any crevices and you'll see years of crust and crud. Floors are sticky, even the door is crusted with what looks like donut glaze on the deadbolt. Could you even TRY to clean?? Handmade paper signs are put up everywhere and are contradicting like 'get your beverage before you pay' and 'please pay for your beverage before you get it'. And it's difficult to see the prices by the 1/2/dozen because they've been taped over with new prices too many times. It was very gross and honestly, I was afraid to even drink the coffee by the looks of the machine, however the donuts were good. I would have walked out but I was with a group and it wasn't my decision. Next time I want Fractured Prune, I'll find a different one that have some basic cleaning skills and frankly one that just cared at all. I think the franchise should look into this location because if I didn't know it was a franchise operation, I'd never go back to another fractured prune. read more

Great donuts but the employees have negative attitudes and the service was poor. They need an awning out front or something because there is absolutely no shade. Employees do not seem happy to be here at all. read more

I hate donuts but fractured prune is so delicious. They have different varieties and it's served hot. The orange creamsicle and Reese's are two of my favorites. The line gets long and it's cash only. read more

Fractured Prune - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

They are only open 8 am till noon but worth the wait. A fresh donut with various flavors! Grab your drink before you get to the counter. The line was long but again worth the wait. read more

Crazy name and crazy good doughnuts. Not only do you get to make your own by choosing the dough and the frosting, but if you miss out on the prunewhich, you will hate yourself forever. Cash only. read more

Fractured Prune - Prunewhich - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

What a cool place!! Right next to a Dunkin and I'm sure they give them a run for their money. You can pick from the menu or make your own donut with different glazes, toppings and sugars. But they also have breakfast sandwiches and coffee. Very friendly staff and quick service. Also they give you a playing card so you know which is your order. I was 3 of spades. Let me say the absolute only reason this isn't 5 stars is because they don't accept credit cards. For a morning place that can be problematic... Especially when your hungry and hungover. They do have an atm inside though. read more

Fractured Prune - Banana + coconut & banana nut bread - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

So many fun ways you can customize donuts here. We got a dozen of their speciality donuts and were not disappointed. French toast was my favorite but you can't go wrong with any of them. read more

Weird setup on the boardwalk. Just seemed dingy/dirty for whatever reason. Donuts were ok. No credit cards, only cash.

So I honestly don't know how many stars to give this place. On the one hand, the donuts are seriously amazing. They make one type of donut - a cakey, plain one - that is perfectly dense and moist on the inside (cakey donuts get really dry, but not these at all), with a crunchy exterior. I could eat them plain and be happy. When we were there, the machine was churning out donuts possibly to order, or maybe just getting the first ones made for the day. So they're fresh and hot. Then they dip them in a glaze of your choice, and toppings of your choice. I got the honey glaze with cinnamon sugar and coconut, and it was probably the best donut I've ever eaten. Because the donuts are so hot, the glazes just sort of melt into it. And the base dough isn't overly sweet, so they don't get overly sweet with the glaze. Service was prompt, even though they had a line immediately upon opening (and they opened about 10 minutes early), and very friendly - and patient with our indecisive kid. If I could stop there, I'd give this place 5 stars and look for an option to give six. But. BUT. You guys. I honestly do not know how this place passes health inspection. It is FILTHY. Not a single surface looked clean. The bins with the glazes were all completely open, with streaks and chunks of partially dried glaze running down the sides. The toppings bins were similarly messy. The wall of the prep area that I could see was just coated with multicolored... STUFF. I assume glazes, but who knows for sure? We were there first thing, so this wasn't end-of-the-day mess. This was clearly there from the day before, and the day before, and probably weeks or months of just not cleaning at all. I really can't overstate how gross it was. I almost couldn't eat my donut (you take them out, not eat there, so that helped). Even the coffee service area was dirty. So, if they start cleaning the place and maybe get some covers for the glazes (seriously - the door stays open, so bugs can get in, go straight for the bins of liquid sugar, get stuck there.... shudder), I'd be there every day I'm in OC. As it is, I don't think I can go back. read more

Probably the best donuts I have ever had. I love chocolate and sweets. My husband likes all the fruit. There was something for each of us here. The 'Morning Buzz' (Mocha glaze with crushed Oreos) was probably my favorite. Almost too much variety. I wanted to try everything but we limited ourselves to a six pack. Everything was made hot and fresh to order. We didn't even wait to get back to our hotel room to eat them and instead enjoyed them in our car. We would have sat outside, but it was drizzling and everything was wet. My only two complaints are the lack of space or seating and the fact that they don't take credit cards. But neither of those were enough to take this down from a five star rating for me. This will be a stop for us every Spring when we come up this way. Fantastic! read more

Fractured Prune - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Our FAVORITE place to get breakfast in Ocean City!!! The woman that runs the place is great, and we went here 3 times on our most recent trip. Can't wait to go back next year! If you're a donut fan, you NEED to go here. read more

Fractured Prune - Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Cool place! They make dozens of different donut combinations right in front of you. Wait is 20 minutes or so, but they are hand made to order and the place is popular. Donuts are delicious and unlike anything I've had at any chain. read more

Yeah TRUCE I don't got no type. Bad donuts is the only thing that I like. The eastern Europeans and Russians work here in the summer, too. If you want to impress them with your knowledge about Russia, remember that Moscow is the capital. In fact, pronounce it in Russian (pronounced Moskva). You can personalize your donut like a CRISPR product. Not sure why everyone is on CRISPR's dick right now. I knew about CRIPSR back in 2009. The Fractured Prune is world-famous? I guess it's warranted. I love donuts, and I know my donuts. Krispy Kreme and Dunkin Donuts are forces to be reckoned with. They are the empires, but history shows us that empires rise and fall. I feel good about Fractured Prune. The dough is rich, and the frosting is freshly applied. read more

On my way home from church on a rainy Sunday morning, I texted my husband to see if he needed anything. "Fractured Prune!" he responded. Dangit, I thought, why did I ask?! I don't get the popularity of this place. Yes, the donuts are fresh, and the plain ones are decent. But as soon as you order a flavor, you're getting something dunked in sugar syrup and sprinkled with more sugar. Ugh. It's a diabetic coma waiting to happen. The only flavors I can tolerate are the simplest ones -- honey glaze and cinnamon sugar (OC Sand) comes to mind. Even then, they are okay. As much as it pains me to say this, DD is far superior. Also, their coffee? Comes from a dirty drip machine in the back. You pour your own. Come to think of it, the whole place is pretty grungy: dog-eared mementos on the walls, sticky floors and counters. There are always large numbers of hungover college students. And the final straw? THEY ONLY ACCEPT CASH. The kiss of death in terms of convenience. Oh, there's an ATM onsite, so if you don't mind paying $2.50 to the store and an equal amount to your bank, or 25% of your $20 withdrawal, it's a great deal! Going to stop writing now because just writing about this place makes me mad. read more

I got there at 2:23 PM. The Fractured Prune closed at 1:00 PM. (see pic) I have YET to get a chocolate covered cherry donut recommended by Christopher M. Dam. Dam. Dam! read more

Fractured Prune - Donuts Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Best donut I've had in my life. That's coming from someone who grew up on homemade fried donuts. Don't they have one of these in Alexandria? It's not listed as one of their locations on their store information sign. read more

I never heard of the Fractured Prune until my coworker, who lives near Rehoboth Beach, bought some donuts into work. I was captivated by the various and corky variety of donuts. When I arrived in Ocean City, I knew that I had to have their donuts before I left. This store is located in a strip mall that looks like it has never been updated. I was happy to see there was only a small line for ordering donuts, but when I left, the line was out the door. While I was in line, I looked around and noticed the various media write-ups about how fabulous their donuts are. One of the awesome things about this place is the fact you can watch the hot donuts coming off the conveyor and hand dipped in various glazes and toppings. Then I realized very quickly that these donuts are made to order - awesome! My turn came up and I ordered a French toast donut that has a maple glaze and cinnamon sugar. My donut literally came out of the fryer and it was hot. I had to wait for a few minutes to eat it. The donut was good, but it was very sweet. I also tried a little bit of the O.C. sand donut, which was also good, but very sweet too. Overall, their donuts are great, and besides, how many places do you get to see homemade donuts come out the fryer, hand dipped, and given to you.... not many. read more

The Fractured Prune at this location makes completely awesome donuts! My fiancé found this place sort of by accident while we were spending a weekend in OC and we both were so happy that she did! We each had a couple of donuts: she had the Morning Buzz and I had the Chocolate Covered Cherry. The glazes are tasty and the donuts are warm and gooey but the dough is nice and airy!! This place makes an awesome product and I will definitely stop here everytime I'm in OC or when I spot another store in MD. They also serve "Seattle's Best" coffee which is one of my personal favorites! Can't wait to get some more of these great donuts!!! They will definitely spoil you!! The Fractured Prune is a must if you're in Ocean City, MD or any town that has one of their franchises!! Made to order donuts are like nothin' else on Earth!! read more

Best donuts I've ever had! They are made fresh, and handed dipped in the glaze and toppings. They also have their breakfast sandwiches on donuts! Not the healthiest meal on the face of the planet, but when you're on vacation why not splurge a little. I will certainly be going back here, and I wish they would open up more near me! They would certainly give Dunkin' Donuts a run for their money! read more

If you've never been here, the only explanation is that you hate yourself. These are the best donuts I've ever had, anywhere. Without a doubt. I'm only giving them 4 stars because they don't take cards, just cash, and that can be a pain in the balls sometimes. read more

Fresh, hot, yummy, cakey, donuts. Love this place and hit it up every time I'm in Ocean City Maryland. Ordered a dozen for some Fractured Prune virgins I was with. 3or4 were eaten before we even got them back to the others. They are that good. Part of the experience is watching them make each donut right there in front of you and adding all the unique topping combinations. My favorite is trail mix. Donut with glaze, peanuts, chocolate chips, & coconut. Beware in the summer they have a "summer" schedule and all locations close by 1pm except for the one located on the boardwalk on Somerset Ave. read more

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This little doughnut shop in the 28th Street Plaza has earned one of my rare 5-star reviews. I don't even like doughnuts all that much, but - yes. It IS that good. My boyfriend is the one who's the sweets fanatic, and I knew he'd want to come here the second he saw it. We got there really early, about 15 minutes after they opened for the day, and it was already pretty packed, so it's obvious this place has a rep. We ordered a six-pack - two (the O.C. Sand and Lemonade) for me, four (chocolate covered cherry, Rolo, Pebble Beach and one other that totally escapes me but I know it's one of the insanely sweet ones) for him. I also ordered a sausage and egg sandwich, because I know I'm not really a fan of sugary stuff (especially in the mornings). Ladies and gentlemen, these donuts are the BOMB. DIGGITY. 'nuff said. The O.C. Sand is deceptively simple - cinnamon sugar and honey glaze - but the difference was the fresh, hot taste. I've had Krispy Kreme doughnuts fresh out of the fryer before - and they're good - but this place has some kind of witchery about it. It makes Krispy Kremes look like child's play. We didn't even take them back to the hotel. We just sat right outside and dug in. My boyfriend was in a sugar-induced state of happiness for the rest of the day. I wouldn't let him return because I knew he'd spend most of my money on fresh, hot, custom-made pastries for the rest of the weekend. (And to be honest, I might have let him.) Imagine my horror when I found out that there's a location in Parkville, a mere 15 minute drive from my house. Dear God. I may as well buy a franchise now, because I'll be up there every damned weekend buying goodies. This is the best doughnut I have ever had, bar none. Be warned - no plastic here, strictly cash only. ATM is on the premises, though. read more

My family thinks i'm whacked. They know I am not a big donut fan but these are not just a donut. These are glorious bits of heaven to a desert loving can't have dairy woman. AMAZING. Don't be scared of the wow factor these donuts present on the menu they are not over done or buried in gunk they are hot, crisp, glazed and gooed to perfection!! Yummo, I'm a fan. Do not tell me the calories and fat cuz it just doesn't matter! read more

Not sure why anyone thinks the donuts here are that good. Maybe for Ocean City as they're the only donut shop in town, but I've had much better homemade donuts before. They do really is look unique and pretty which is great if you're a tourist or have kids though. Otherwise they taste greasy and overly sugary. I wouldn't call them bad donuts, just not that good. Good selection, but they're also somewhat pricey and overall not worth the bother. I could see some liking this place, but I consider it a tourist trap. read more

Fresh, made to order, hand dipped doughnuts. Their specialty flavors were fantastic. The coffee left something to be desired, and there were no zero cal sweeteners for it, but don't let that deter you. Stop by and get a doughnut, it was awesome. I recommend the "Morning Buzz." read more

I just love the doughnuts I just hate that they don't take cash!! I hate carrying cashing and having to use a high price atm! Anyhow they cook their doughnuts fresh! Dropped in hot grease right in front of you and dressed how you love it! They can customize them for you as well! read more

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