I have a new favorite donut at, Mister Donut. It's the Blueberry Cake. I love Blueberries, but would have never thought to try this donut. That was until, Ian Frobe the STL food critic sang its praises in a review. The next day after reading the article, I went to experience it for myself. Wow, the donut was moist, soft and cake had a flecks of Blueberries and the flavor was strong, but not overpowering. I immediately feel in love. Now, I change my order up. I'll have some donut holes, then I'll enjoy a Chocolate Long John and the next visit is the Blueberry Cake. The sign above the entry door says, World's Best Coffee. I don't know if I'd go that far to say it's the world's best, but for Donut Shop/Diner coffee it is spot on. I like that they let me bring in my Yeti and they'll fill it up to-go. Save those paper cups. The staff is super friendly. It's a hon and babe, type place, but they still keep it professional. Tipping is optional and these ladies deserve some of your change tossed in their box. When: January 8, 2026 Why: Donuts for Breakfast read more

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A total blast from the past that is 100% genuine! Small town shop at its best enjoying a brand that has long disappeared from the American landscape. Great people! Great donuts! Great nostalgia! The counter, the stool, the ceramic cups! All like it used to be because it is still a daily business! Make the drive for donuts tomorrow morning! read more

Mister Donut - Sign and van - Donuts Near Me - Godfrey, Illinois

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This is more than just a donut shop - there is actually a lot of history to Mister Donut! Mister Donut has a long and complicated history but in short, there were at one time 550 locations in the United States - now, this is the only MD store still in operation in the country. However, there are over 3,000 MD's worldwide, mostly in Japan. Speaking of which, this place gets its share of tourists from Japan. So, as far as the food - of course, the donuts rocked. Took home a half-dozen. I also had their biscuits and gravy, which was awesome. Would like to try a breakfast sandwich in the future. The decor is retro for a reason, so no knocking it! haha. It goes without saying this is worth the trip no matter where you're from. read more

Mister Donut - Donuts Near Me - Godfrey, Illinois

- - - Sep., 2025 - - - Mister Donuts.... Still the best anywhere, especially the jelly donuts!! Worthy of six stars on yelp's 5-star scale and worthy of an 11 on any 10-point scale !! A co-worker lives nearby and this week she blessed us with not one, but two... two bi-i-ig boxes, each containing two dozen donuts... that's four dozen donuts. And so many jelly donuts... THAT IS DONUT LUV !!! I'd share photos but... the donuts are eaten and not to be seen, so they cannot be photographed... ;) Thank you, Caesar for maintaining the beauty and joy that is Mister Donut, in Godfrey, IL!! While many many Mister Donut locations are in Asia, this is the one-and-only in the U S of A !!! Thank you and your team for working late and getting up early to made the donuts fresh each and every day!! Any and all reading this should make the visit... ... 5 minutes from the Clark Bridge crossing the mighty Mississippi into Alton, IL ... almost across the street from Alton Square (mall) ... 3 minutes form the Alton Train Station ... and also close to the Piasa Bird, Robert Wadlow (tallest human ever) statue, Lincoln Douglas debate statue, and the Elijah Lovejoy's anti-slavery (aka abolition) memorial Go.. go to Mister Donuts... go often and be thankful for the joy of donuts, especially the best donuts that are from Mister Donut... - - - - - - read more

Good including donuts are like eating spoons full of grease. Thrived it several times with same results. Just so-so, nothing warming about it. Looks & feels like greasy spoon dive Not a place I would recommend!!! read more

I've heard a lot of stories about Mister Donut. It's legendary among donut lovers. I finally gave this little spot a try and I loved it. Clean vintage setting with real coffee mugs and fresh baked delicious donuts. Most were sold out but I always appreciate a good Old Fashioned. This is a great place to hang with friends while enjoying a fresh cup and a bite. Next time you see one, stop in and give it a try. read more

Mister Donut - Great vintage feel and environment. - Donuts Near Me - Godfrey, Illinois

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I read about this Mister Donut on Atlas Obscura as the last location and wanted to check it out as I was driving back to Chicago from St. Louis. It was a bit out of my way, but I love getting to experience classic eats like this and was happy to get some donuts in the process. I got there not too long before closing, and was happy to see they still had a good selection available. The donuts were very affordable too: I paid just over $3 for my two selections. There were a handful of patrons there enjoying their donuts, most of which were a post-church crowd. I was greeted by a young woman at the counter who got my two donuts, and another man came from the back and greeted me (maybe the owner or manager?). It was St. Patrick's Day and he gave me a ribbing about where my green was (I was wearing green flannel, I had it covered). He knew a lot of the other patrons and was chatting amiably with them. I ate my donuts there and felt like a local myself. Would come back if I were in the area again. read more

The donuts are made fresh every morning with a large variety. The jelly doughnuts are the best. The waitress are very friendly and handy pouring more coffee. Atmosphere is friendly place to meet friends. read more

First customer of the day! It doesn't get any fresher then that!! I recommend this little shop to all!

This is the last mister donut in the US! Because I'm from Japan and love mister donut in Japan, I made a pilgrimage to this location. The donut was very different from the ones in Japan (I didn't expect that anyway so it's ok), but the donut was super tasty! Moreover, what I really loved was the atmosphere and super friendly staff and the local customers! We just started to randomly talk to people around us and it was so much fun! I will definitely come back again and buy their mug!!! I think they have merchandise with "Godfrey, IL" as a focus, but I think they can have more variety! I'm not sure if it would be their intention, but I think people from Asia will love to visit this location not because this is the last mister donut in the US, but nobody knows mister donut started in the US! They all think it's a Japanese thing, but it's not!!!! read more

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Mister Donuts has the freshest donuts and their coffee is incredible. Starbucks coffee doesn't even come close. The staff is friendly and inviting. Highly recommended.Also, always clean. read more

The Last one Standing! Literally! This place works like well oiled machine: the donuts and pastries are always fresh, so much so that they can run out of product QUICKLY. They also offer short order of biscuits and gravy, and the breakfast sandwiches. The service is quick, accurate, and friendly, but they get right to business (because it is always busy). The place is clean, has a breakfast bar and booths to sit in. THE CARRY OUT SERVICE - has a sure but steady line that moves quickly, if only we could make up our minds from the selections offered. Enjoy! I know my family and I do! read more

Been eating donuts from here for 40 years. They have some of the best in the business. My favorite is the cherry old fashion. There are plenty of new shops in the city with all the new trends in donuts. The old recipes seem to still be going strong. They have a good staff and regulars. Thats a sign of a good establishment. When you see many of the same faces time and time again. If this spot had a drivethru and a updated coffee program it would be one of the hotest spots in Alton. Unfortunately the layout of the building and lot has no room for a drivethru. But deffiently worth going in for. The staff does a great job getting you in and out. read more

I thought I hadn't reviewed, so here's a little extra. Oh, the reward of donuts for sitting through church, what a terrible thing. Just down the street, across from Hardee's, hours of my life taken, but donuts given. I won't go into how I won't subject my child to that. The occasional service here and there, but every Sunday rain or shine, or anything better to do, not a chance... Damn, okay, moving on. The "Mr. Donut", the franchise owner, lived down the street from my childhood home, that's a fun fact to hold onto. He never brought donuts by that I can remember, but we moved away when I was 10. The new Mr. Donut is great, very nice, amazing staff, high schooler super sweet to my 4 year old, and the donuts are basically the same. Blueberry and old fashioned are what you want, but you can't go wrong. Update! I fully approve of jelly donuts now. I don't think their's are quite as good at Donut Drive In by us in the city, but I'll take what I'm given, especially if I had to sit through another mass read more

It's a little bit of nostalgia, the only Mister Donut left in the US. Doughnuts are always fresh. Staff are friendly. Prices are reasonable. The grandkids love eating at the counter and twirling around on the stools. read more

Perfect donuts on national Donut Day! Thank you for your amazing customer service and great donuts!

My son found out this is the last Mister Donut in the US (they only have them in Japan now) and wanted to go. It didn't disappoint!! Such friendly staff and great donuts! He loved the retro feel and wanted "merch" so he asked and they had tshirts they brought out for him to purchase! 5 stars for sure!! read more

I first visited Mister Donut while living in Okinawa, Japan. I am so happy we were able to visit the one in the US. It was absolutely delish. read more

Mister Donut - Apple fritter. Blueberry cake. Cherry cake. Cream filled Long John. - Donuts Near Me - Godfrey, Illinois

Back in the early 80's, Mister Donut was a huge chain, much like Dunkin' Donuts or Krispy Kreme. However, Dunkin' Donuts bought out Mister Donut and all of the US locations were converted or closed, I guess with the exception of this one location about 45 minutes North of St. Louis. We had one in San Antonio when we first moved there and I used to ride my bike to it. So, when I heard about this place, I've been itching to get over there. And I am glad I was finally able to do so. The key I guess is to get there early. They open at 4am. I wanted some Dutch Crumb, but they were already sold out, about 8:15, when I got there. I got a half-dozen to go. They were all good and fresh. And it's a popular place, because it was pouring rain and the people were lined up. Now the only thing that was meh, was the coffee. It wasn't anything special. I did get a travel mug, because I wanted something with the logo on it. I'm glad I went out of my way to go there. For a few minutes, I felt like an eight year old boy. It was nice to take this trip down memory lane. Oh, and the staff were all nice and the interior was cute (looked like it was straight out of the 70's) and clean, despite how busy they were. read more

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I love their staff so much. They recognize my bf and I immediately and know what we want. And honestly they have the best donuts as well as the best prices. Definitely worth checking out. read more

I saw Steven B. post recently about Mister Donut in Godfrey, IL. I knew I HAD to see it. If you know me you know pop-culture and kitsch are my thing and also I'm fond of Asia and Tokyo has 100s of Mister Donut on every corner and in every subway station. I work in IL so this was out of my way but not terribly out of my way and it's always appreciated when I bring donuts to work! I must say Mister Donut really delivered the 1970s/1980s dose of kitsch I was hoping for. The yellow and orange interior is a blast from another dimension and you can't help but love that little Mister Donut logo punctuated by the sweet fresh baked smell that hits you right when you walk in. There were a couple of people in front of me so I took it all in while I waited in line. Almost every seat in the place was occupied with about 20 blue hairs. I guess the Silent Generation (people born before 1945) appreciates good donuts! The donuts looked delicious but I could tell immediately they weren't the donuts you get in Asia. The donuts in Asia are much lighter and much less sweet. I picked up a dozen to take to work. I asked the lady at the counter if they were always this busy and she said "Yes, absolutely!" We dug in as soon as I got to work. I ate the Cherry Old Fashioned. It was amazing. Fresh and sweet and pieces of maraschino cherries in the batter. I'm going to be thinking about that donut for a while. No doubt I'll be back to Mister Donut! Absolutely loved it! read more

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I have been wanting to come to Mister Donut forever. Well I got my chance today and let me just tell you....where have they been all my life. The donuts melt in your mouth like butter. The sandwiches are freaking perfection. The Best part is the price. My husband and I went and it only cost us $8. We are a family of 6 and this will defiantly be our weekend breakfast spot! read more

Mister Donut - Donuts Near Me - Godfrey, Illinois

Well, I knew it wasn't like the Mister Donuts you'd find in Asia but I had to try it out for myself. It looks like a regular donut place. The old fashioned is pretty much like a regular donut that's glazed... and it's VERY sweet. I asked the lady what her favorite was and she said the toasted coconut which turned out to be pretty yummy. There wasn't much selection but it was also Monday afternoon. read more

Mister Donut - Old fashion, Cherry old fashion, and toasted coconut - Donuts Near Me - Godfrey, Illinois

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Oh mister donuts you have not changed a bit since the last time I've had you...20 years ago. These are not the best donuts I've ever had but the taste of these donuts bring back childhood memories. I personally enjoyed their donut holes more than any of the other donuts. There was not much of a selection around noon. Most were sold out. These donut holes gave me some major indigestion that lasted until 6AM the next day. I guess I haven't had sweets/oily foods in awhile. read more

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Whoa! I've heard of Mr. Donut for many years but I'm not sure I've ever been to one. This place is vintage 60s-70s looking. We had a few donuts. I didn't care for the honey glazed as much as I thought I would. I did enjoy a powdered jelly donut thoroughly. Would love to come back here and get donuts for friends. read more

We never stopped in - although honestly not sure why as we are a family who loves donuts but my husband finally ran in today and bought a few. He didn't get the door closed to the car before he opened the box to grab his, thankfully he looked before just putting the donut in his mouth because there were several ants on his donut. I asked why he didn't go right back in and complain, he said it wasn't worth it because the reception he got from everyone inside was less than welcoming. He chalked the couple dollars up as a loss and we certainly will never try them again. read more

Excellent service. The girl working was so sweet. We bought a lot to take back home with us. The donut holes are excellent. read more

Is this even a real mister donut? They don't have the signature mochi donuts that they have in Asia. They are probably just using the name and logo without permission! read more

This Mister Donut is the oldest store in the franchise in the state of Illinois. I was there to pick about 3 dozen for the residents. The lady behind the counter was friendly, she knew what kind I needed and I felt the price was not bad. $20 for 3 dozen..... read more

Love this place. I always have a fun time listening to the good old boys complain about taxes, the roads, the kids, and whatever else they believe is wrong in the world. I think it's kind of funny they have wi-fi -- I'm not sure how often that would get used -- but I appreciate that they have it. The food isn't anything super special, but it's not bad, and I enjoy having the biscuits and gravy and many cups of coffee. If you like their unique curvy coffee mugs with the sweet vintage mustachioed baker logo (which I do), know that they're on sale. I live in New York and drink from my Mister Donut mug all the time. No telling how long this kind of operation will keep going given that Altonians go to mom and pop places less and chain restaurants more, but I intend to keep going each time I visit my hometown. And after that I'll still have my mug. read more

I am a regular at Mr. Donut. Hands down the BEST donuts around. We probably go here at least 2 times a week and sometimes on the weekend as well. Atmosphere is nice, like an old town donut shop and very clean. When you work with the public you should smile and say good morning-- the customer should not have to say the first words or just have to start saying what they want with no greeting. The weekend crew that is younger is always more up-beat and friendly. read more

The BEST! Donuts and coffee you can get from a donut shop! Fresh daily....chocolate long johns are the best!

We love donuts but don't get them very often. Today, we decided to give Mister Donut a try! After a little bit of Googling online, we found out that this is the last Mister Donut in the US...pretty cool. Away I went at the crack of dawn to get what I hoped was a good selection. It sure was. I loved the vintage atmosphere of the place, the fantastic smells, and the helpful service as I picked out a dozen donuts. They were very good, and it made for a happy family to start the day! I felt like the chocolate and vanilla long johns could have been fresher, but other than that the donuts were fantastic. We'll definitely be back here! read more

Love the creme filled long johns and donut holes. Kiss love eating there on way to school! read more

Heading to St. Louis I realized we would be passing not to far from Mister Donut, the only one left in America, so I made sure to plan on swinging by. Stopped in around 2 in the afternoon on a weekday, some donuts were getting low, but still had plenty. Picked up a variety to sample throughout the week, a Cherry Old Fashioned, an Apple-Raspberry Jelly filled, a long Boston Creme style & a double Chocolate. I thought they were all good & tasted very fresh. read more

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Was the Sunday 1/20/19 was wanting a second cup of coffee but was ignored by the wait staff I said excuse me to one of them and was ignored and she just walked right by me. They kept refilling the people at the counter but ignored me sitting at the table. To the owner is this the way you do business because I could care less about ever going in there again. Customer unfriendly unless your a regular I guess read more

Best donuts I've ever eaten and I've eaten a lot of donuts. Go for the glazed, chocolate long johns and toasted coconut.

Growing up in Alton I always assumed that Mister Donut was a one-of-a-kind local store. They have great donuts. It was only until a vacation to Thailand last year that I discovered that Mister Donut is actually an international chain with several locations in Bangkok. It's very strange that the only remaining US location is in Godfrey, IL, but there are thousands of them in Asia. Hopefully this location keeps surviving. read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE! Having lived in Japan for five years, I was no stranger to Mister Donut. However, I wasn't certain it existed in the states. When I found out that the last remaining Mister Donut in the United States just so happened to be in the area my husband was from, I knew for sure we were going there. I was thrilled to see a donut shop with that old school feel... the kind my dad used to take me to when I was a little girl. The kind that had a case full of donuts and you just picked from that. Not all of the "create your own" stuff that's all the rage right now. Don't get me wrong, that's great too... but sometimes you just want an honest to goodness, old school donut shop. And that is exactly what this is. read more

If you use to love going to Mister Donut years ago when the chain was all over the country, my MD was in Dellwood Mo. You will really enjoy stopping by the one and only Mister Donut left in the USA in Godfrey IL. The Donuts are really delicious, it doesn't matter which one you pick, you will be happy with your selection, whether it's Donut holes, Long John, cinnamon roll, apple fritter, old fashion cherry, cake donuts or the ones I haven't tried yet. Mister Donut has a friendly group of workers that always give you the best customer service, even when the line is out the door, which is most of the time during peak donut eating hours. read more