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    Paula's Donuts

    4.6 (787 reviews)
    InexpensiveDonuts, Bagels, Sandwiches
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Chocolate donuts and apple pie donuts.  Donuts (1/2 Dozen)
    Ian N.

    The donuts are fresh and great quality. They appear the same at all Paula's locations. They're huge and have lots of filling The service is great and friendly staff

    The cannoli donuts was absolutely filled to the brim with chocolate chippy cannoli filling. SO GOOD
    Erik S.

    wow, Wow, WOW, WOOWOWW! I ate a lot of delicious things on my trip to Buffalo and Niagara, but if there is one place I could rip up by the foundations and move straight to North Carolina, it would be Paula's Donuts. I originally discovered this place when writing an article for Yelp about the top 25 most unique donuts in the US. In my research, i discovered they have a CANNOLI DONUT. I have wanted one since... just never had occasion to be in Buffalo. Well I finally made it. I finally had it. And it was everything I wanted it to be, maybe more! There was so much delicious cannoli filling in that donut, I had trouble finishing it. When you order a cannoli donut, it is filled to order, which I love. They keep the cannoli filling nice and cool by filling it after, creating this refreshing, sweet, chocolate chippy center juxtaposed by this dream of a donut. We also had a raspberry filled donut. No fake syrup here, this is raspberry jam. When cutting it in half, none of it leaked out, it stayed perfectly inside. Nice raspberry flavor. What I loved about Paula's, was the texture of the donut. Not greasy at all, puffy, yet still somewhat dense. The dough has a pull to it, like it's somewhere between a cake donut and a traditional donut. It tears as opposed to biting cleanly. It was wonderful. I left convinced that I'd be perfectly content with just a plain glazed, it was so satisfying. If and when I make it back to the area, this will certainly be a priority stop, maybe every single day. Or I'll just have to get a box to keep in my hotel, on demand. Is it possible this was the greatest donut I have ever eaten?? I think it was. Certainly the best in recent memory. FIVE STARS.

    Michele M.

    What else needs be said on Paula's? The donuts are fresh, full on fatness, and just yummy! Service is always great the work like a well oiled machine.

    Outside
    Anh P.

    As great donut as Paula. This is 3rd Paula Donut location I visited. The parking lot is quite smaller so you may have to wait for someone to leave to have a spot. Many staff and quick service so no one had to wait. Donut is fresh and good. They have some nice deal for each day so make sure you check it out. They also have tables to sit to enjoy your breakfast/donuts/coffee

    Breakfast Egg Sausage & Cheese Sandwich
    Daviyion J.

    Stopped in to grab a doughnut and a breakfast sandwich and I really enjoyed my sausage egg and cheese sandwich. You have a few different cheeses to choose from and since they run daily specials, the day I went in every breakfast sandwich came with a free donut so I got a honey dip doughnut as well. Donuts definitely are pricey at $2.30 for a single donut, but when it comes included with your sandwich definitely a much better deal.

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    Cassondra C.

    I love me some Paula's. There's no where else comparable. Especially when you like sweets and a lot of them. They have the most creative doughnuts out there and this cookie dough happens to be my fav. Like Nike says - Just do it.

    Minis!
    Jamie K.

    I was so excited to try their cannoli donut! You have to it when you get there, it's made fresh. There are so many donuts to try. We ended up getting the cannoli and a bunch of minis to give them all a taste. Well the anticipation fell very short. For being a famous cannoli donut it tasted cream cheese with chips inside. Very unappetizing. The minis had a very odd flavor, as if they are all made of a "sour cream" base. I asked the staff and she said that only the sour cream donut was. They tasted very off. It was very had to say that chain restaurants make better cake donuts.

    Cleeii A.

    We stopped for a few donuts to take home. They were quite busy but line moves quick. Both staffs who assisted us today was very friendly. We were given the wrong donut and the other staff was just happy to help us exchange it. Thanks to both of you! We got 2 dozens donut holes, Peanut stick, chocolate and red velvet donuts. Ofc donuts are always fresh and delicious. Onsite parking but it can be difficult to find a spot sometimes.

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    Robert G.

    I Had a chance to visit this particular location when we were visiting buffalo. I would say i like the quality of their donuts. We bought a half dozen box but only got to try the honey dip one and everyone else ate the rest. The consistent flow of customers as well when i was there say a lot about the reputation of the store. The price though is a little bit on the high side. Each donut is 2. Once in a while probably is not bad. The store also can use a little bit of organizing and cleaning. Other than that, give it a try when you are in the area.

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    Jennifer C.

    A cheese donut is by far my favorite, and occasionally I've been so lucky to get them when they are still warm. Today I got a peanut butter Angel cream. It had to weigh half a pound. No other donut shops could possibly compete with Paula's. Delish!!!

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    3 years ago

    Best donuts in WNY. I'm not sure what else there is to say but this site requires 85 characters.

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    3 years ago

    Best, most fresh, and enormous donuts. So fresh and a plethora of mouthwatering doughnuts.

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    3 years ago

    Amazing donuts! Love the old school feel. The donuts here are massive and taste delicious. Nice little spot to get a few donuts on the go!

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    3 years ago

    The donuts are so yummy! I love the cannoli donuts! The donuts are very big too! Definitely recommend.

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    3 years ago

    Can't go wrong with an amazing Paula's Donut! It is a staple of this area! Highly Recommend.

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    3 years ago

    Amazing and filling donuts! Would recommend for anyone from or traveling through buffalo!

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    How much does a dozen donuts at Paula's Donuts cost?

    A dozen of Paula's donuts will run you at about ~$13.94 I believe (half dozen around $7). Considering the size of these donuts and the amount of love in them, fair price and totally worth it!

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    I don't think they do tbh. But call ahead if anything.

    Are there any gluten free donuts?

    Called and verified they do not sell GF donuts, lame!

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    Famous Doughnuts

    Famous Doughnuts

    4.4
    (75 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $

    Stumbled upon this place after driving past here! It was on Easter day, so the store was closed but…read moredecided to come back the next day. Upon walking in, the store looked like a standard "hole-in-the wall" place and had a simple selection of donuts to choose from. If you want to use a credit card, you have to spend at least $5. Donuts: I got the classic glazed donut, peanut donut, red velvet, and a cream filled donut. The glazed donut was soft and delicious. The peanut donut was more on the crumbly side but still great flavour. The red velvet had a nice cream cheese icing. The cream filled donut had a typical white cream filling. Personally, I liked the glazed donut the best - great texture and wasn't too overly sweet. The pricing here is amazing - $1.50 for great quality donuts! Easy to park on the street. There's no seating inside, so it's more of a takeout place. They also sell lottery tickets alongside donuts. It is certainly worth the visit along the way coming from Toronto.

    Never a bad experience or a crusty donut!…read more We needed donuts for my employer's Mardi Gras celebration and I reached out to see if we could place a somewhat large order with specific sprinkles. I was unable to find a large amount of the color scheme but Famous were gracious enough to try and accommodate our needs. The pricing was extremely fair and the donuts were ready as soon as I walked in the door. These are THE FRESHEST, MOST AIRY AND DELICIOUS DONUTS EVER! I suggest that you get here by plane, train or automobile ASAP!

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    Cinnamon, glazed and white cream chocolate iced.
    Cinnamon, glazed and white cream chocolate iced.
    The cream inside a chocolate iced is REALLY dense.
    The cream inside a chocolate iced is REALLY dense.
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    Eileen's Centerview Bakery

    Eileen's Centerview Bakery

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    (91 reviews)
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    My go to bakery in the Buffalo area since I was a kid. They have so many amazing treats and can…read morealso make wonderful custom creations. The bakery itself is easy to get to and has parking right in front of it. They have cookies, pastries, cakes, donuts, breads, rolls, pies, cheesecakes and more. It smells amazing when you walk in and between the great smell and the fabulous looking pastries, your mouth will water! If you know there is something specific you want (even if it isn't something custom like a cake) you can pre order to ensure it will be there for you when you visit. Because they do sell out of some of their most popular items. The staff is incredible. Extremely knowledgeable, patient and friendly. And amazing at what they do! This is the place to go whether it is just for a sweet treat on a random day or for a special occasion.

    I've been going to Eileen's for my whole life, at one point I even lived across the street!…read more It's a great bakery with yummy treats. I love the donuts, and the cookies are a great treat (the Smily Face is my favorite). Super busy at times, but are great at making sure everyone gets their turn in order. Old school bakery with cases full of fresh baked treats and loads of bread in the middle of the store. Almond Rings always makes people happy!

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    Almond Filled Sweet Roll square: Look at all that almond filling! :)
    Almond Filled Sweet Roll square: Look at all that almond filling! :)
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