No, I didn't go to Illinois. Better: I recently heard about a website called Goldbelly where you can pay waaaaaay more than a product is worth add a taste of gold in your belly. Feeling travel deprived courtesy of COVID, I went for it. Yes, the variety pack of 12 donut cookies I ordered were way overpriced (about $4.20 ea.), but it was quite tasty. They were more cookie than donut (shaped like a donut but tastes like a chewy cookie), but they were quite good indeed! I'm not sure how often I will splurge like this, but if any of you want to drop some gold into your belly (they had a 4 pack of cheesesteaks that looked good at a meager $25 ea. That also looked delicious), give Goldbelly.com. You might walk away poor, but you won't walk away disappointed! read more

Stan's Donuts & Coffee - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I came here a long time ago and was glad to see they were stick making quality doughnuts. The staff was still friendly and they customers were just as nice. The shop is bright, cute and classic with its neutral and pink decor. I was enamored with the space itself as I was chatted up by a regular in the window seating area. I went with a simple, glazed variety while others snagged, sugary, topping and filling-ladened goods. This is a large, light and fluffy doughnut, no grease and lightly glazed, a great balance. I know I'll slide by again when Im back in the Chi. read more

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If you get a chance to stop in and grab a seat. I was able to come in and enjoy the music and free wifi. Password is posted on the napkin holder. Highly recommend. read more

In my opinion, Stan's has the best doughnuts in Chicago! ... and I think you'll agree with me. Pro tip: they are made fresh in the morning! There are far lass choices by the time afternoon comes around, so come early! My favorite was the Red Velvet doughnut, but the classic glazed was delicious as well! We got our doughnuts to go, but the Wicker Park location is clean and comfortable, so you could easily stop in for a morning coffee break after your run on the nearby 606! read more

Stan's Donuts & Coffee - Classic glazed doughnut and a Red Velvet doughnut - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Donuts are always good here. The best donut they have is the Toffee Cake Donut. Small café, overpriced food options and decent coffee.

Dam it's been awhile since I stoped in here. I got my usual 2 double old fashioned donuts. Dam good as usual. I luvs ma chocolate old read more

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I've been to Stan's more than a few times. This photo in particular shows the Biscoff and red velvet cookies. Wasn't a huge fan of the Biscoff, but my friend was. I liked the red velvet better, although it was really sweet. My favorite donut I've ever had from Stan's is probably the chocolate dipped donut. It's the perfect combination of chocolate with a cakey vanilla interior, and I loved that the dip is hardened as opposed to a standard frosting. I also really like the Nutella pocket -- it's absolutely stuffed to the brim with Nutella; they don't skimp! Once again, it's very sweet, but I love it. If you can control yourself, you can eat it at two separate times to cut the sweetness. And of course, the chocolate frosted donut is always a classic. read more

Stan's Donuts & Coffee - Biscoff donut, red velvet donut - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Definitely the most mediocre & overrated donuts in the city. Are they the worst donuts? no, not really. Are they absolutely average? Completely. Most patrons of Stans seam to be a mix of people who don't know any better or someone who thinks the turtle races and mothers too is a good time. The love of this place is cult status beyond belief and is riding the coattails of when they used to make donuts on site and has now been reduced to the quality of a stale gas station donut with some extra visual flair. I judge anyone who says stans is their favorite donut shop when there are truly good places in the city like do-rite & Firecakes in this city. I've tried multiple donuts from multiple locations hoping I got a bad spot or a bad donut... but alas... they're all next day stale with a faint sheen of some sort of grease still caked in. Basic as basic can get, if you love this place, you deserve these donuts. read more

Stan's Donuts & Coffee - The word mediocrity becomes redefined. - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I first tried the donuts when my coworker would treat us to them. I now have a crazy sweet tooth and I'm hoping I don't get addicted to Stan's! Every worker I have encountered has been super friendly and patient! Thanks I have most often stopped by in the afternoon , they are the best! Music is good, bathrooms are clean and service is 10/10! I didn't realize they have a reward program otherwise I would've signed up a while ago. My current favorites are the biscoff pocket and Nutella pocket. read more

I always come to Stan's when I'm in Chicago. Such good donuts, service, and drinks! Their location is in a prime area, which makes it ideal to stop by and grab some goodies before heading over to the park, or to continue your trek around Chicago. read more

Everyone should try Stan's at least once - they've got unique flavors that you can't find anywhere else! The price is a bit high for me to be coming back frequently, but I'll come back to treat myself every once in a while. This place reminds me of Voodoo Donut, but the vibe is more classy than funky. I got the Lemon Espresso donut and it was delicious!! Very sweet but worth it. read more

Stan's Donuts & Coffee - Lemon Espresso Donut - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been wanting to try Stan's for the longest time and finally had a chance. They had plenty of options to choose from and I had a tough time deciding. I ended up choosing the carrot cake donut. I thought it was really good, not too sweet. It was a little dry. Stan's is very cute and clean inside. The staff were very welcoming. I was too full to try more donuts but I hope to try other flavors in the future! read more

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Great place to grab a sweet treat! I got the gluten-less gingerbread donut. They did mention when I asked that there is a possibility of it being contaminated by gluten. It was delicious though and didn't have the weird gluten free taste. Would be great if they would offer to warm up the donuts, but no complaints! They also had vegan options. read more

Stan's Donuts & Coffee - gluten-less gingerbread - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Their coffee service is the worst. I waited 25 minutes for an iced coffee I ordered for pick up -_-

Cleanliness: 5 Quality: 5 Service: 5 Taste: 5 Stopped by and ordered half a dozen box of their baked goods. The Nutella, chocolate cake, lemon curd pistachio, cinnamon roll, and blueberry puff and another blueberry one. Every single one of them was baked with just the right amount of sweetness. The glazing on the chocolate cake donut was creamy and rich but not overwhelming. The Nutella was delicious! I found the lemon curd pistachio one to be strong in flavors but that's expected. Overall great flavors. read more

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Love the Le'Stan! Hands down THE BEST DONUT ECLAIR COMBO! Creamy and deliciously crispy, so perfect! Their donuts and coffee always a delight. I make it a point to go whenever I am in the area. Make sure you go early, because they can run out of the best donuts quick! read more

I ordered 12 of their best donut box through Goldbelly. It was $60, so was a bit expensive for me. But the donut was excellent. It came ready to eat. Shipped at 6 in the morning and delivered at 12pm on my door step. Cherry old fashioned was my favorite, followed by Lemon Pistachio old fashioned and red velvet. read more

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Stopped by Tuesday morning and enjoyed a Frozen Hot Chocolate and a Chocolate Long John, both were so good! The vibe inside was really chill & the staff was nice. I'm a big fan of anything chocolate & this did not disappoint. Parking was pretty tight, but people are going in and out so it's easy to find a spot quickly. You also have to pay for parking, but can probably avoid it if you have someone wait in the car. Will definitely go back! read more

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This is the closest one I believe to the ORD airport. If you're on the Blue Line. Correct me if I'm wrong. I stopped by here which I learned from my coworker since he makes sure to stop by and get off Damen to grab a box to go. That way you still have it fresh to the airport. Make sure you get there when they open or earlier in the day because you'll end up getting the crappy or not so fun flavors by end of the day: i.e. today - the only ones left are the regular chocolate cake donut with sprinkles, cinnamon sugar donut, Chocolate caramel pillow, maple bacon donut, you get the picture. My favorite there is the double chocolate old fashioned, red velvet (of course), peanut butter Nutella pocket, and Boston Cream Pie. When I'm not into sweets, I'd opt for the pretzel bagel and have a dollop of peanut butter on the side. They give generous servings of that without any charge. Also, they have this croissant donut called Le Stan's or something and it has this custard filling that will haunt you for days. read more

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The donuts were amazing! My family was visiting Chicago and saw this place and went in. Good music, cool vibes and very a very kind cashier. Will definitely go back again! read more

Stan's Donuts & Coffee - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Just the best way to enjoy a lazy Saturday morning! Selections amazing and will satisfy everyone in your party

Stan knew what he was doing when he created the cruffin ( croissant shaped like a muffin and filled with custard) , best thing I had in the city read more

Stan's Donuts & Coffee - Cruffin and Cherry Cream Cheese Pocket - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stan's is to donuts what Starbuck's is to coffee. It's not really just another donut shop and if that's what you're expecting, yes, you will think it's expensive. But if you look at the exceptional quality and size of what Stan calls donuts, you'll realize it's actually a bakery more than a donut shop. Stan's has a wonderful selection of donuts which makes it hard to walk away with just one. When you think you've decided which one you want, you'll notice another one calling your name that should also be in your bag. I went recently to buy some for a coworker to thank him for his help. By the time I finally pulled myself away from the display case, I had a box of four for him and four more in bags for other people in my office that I knew would like them! So forget about your diet or your budget and enjoy yourself. Life's too short not to! :-) read more

Good service however, the donut that I got was just dry and I could tell it was old. Didn't have a lot of Nutella in it and I paid six dollars. I wouldn't recommend. read more

Amazing is the first word that comes to mind when describing these doughnuts (or donuts). We ordered an Apple fritter, glazed pretzel, cinnamon roll, and a chocolate sprinkled cake doughnut. When in Chicago, these are a must. I would have loved for them to have more traditional doughnut options, but the ones we ordered were delicious. I highly recommend Stan's Donuts when visiting Chicago. read more

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$14.80 for 6 donuts? Wow, prices have really gotten out of hand. I wouldn't mind paying for quality/unique donuts, but the taste of their donuts seems to be diminishing. Had a "specialty" donut, chocolate cake donut (really, a chocolate cake donut is specialty and you charge more for it?) and the taste was about as bland as it could be. Please stop charging higher prices for your "specialty" donuts when there is nothing special about them. read more

Stan is the Man! My first Donut shop since becoming a Chicago resident has led me to Stan's Donuts. Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned Biscoff Pocket I don't know if I just noticed Pistachio flavored Donuts or if its a Chicago thing, but these were really flavorful. The nuttiness with the very slight zest made this an enjoyable Donut. The dough had a nice density to it. The Biscoff Pocket is what definitely is going to make me come back and try their other "Pockets." So full of Biscoff flavor but not at all overbearing. The dough is very soft too making it for a pillow like texture. Another great Donut shop in Chicago! I wonder what makes the bread tastes so good over here compared to California? read more

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Friendly helpful service. Transaction was quick in a clean and inviting space. Great donuts every time I go. read more

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I swear, the nicest people work here. I mean, I'd prob be super happy surrounded by donuts every day, but then I'm sure my ass would be huge, so maybe not? Anyways, they're always super patient while I try to coordinate the wants of multiple family members, and are always open to giving suggestions. I never feel rushed, always have an enjoyable mini convo, and am happier after my visit. Everything I've gotten is delicious, and I swear randomly surprising the hubs with his fave Biscoff Banana Pocket is the secret to a happy marriage. Bonus points because this location is right by the Damen blue line stop, which gives me the built in excuse of: "It was a fifteen minute wait for the train, what else was I supposed to do with the time besides buy delicious carbs?" Bottom Line: Everything I've tried has been delicious and worth the calories. Seriously, this is why I work out. read more

I was intrigued to stop in for the unique donut flavors. I enjoyed the red velvet donuts, I could taste the chocolate in the mix. The carrot cake donuts was a little dry. The Bi scoff donuts was absolutely delicious. read more

Great little spot! Cute retro chic vibe with great doughnuts that won't disappoint. Service is great! Street parking only.

Super cute store and delicious donuts!! They range from having the basics to some really interesting and decadent donuts! I would definitely recommend to any donut lover or any adventurous sweet tooth! read more

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We got to try these donuts while visiting and it was worth our weird Uber trip to get there Every donuts we got was amazing! Some very unique flavors that were so fun and delicious. The pistachio lemon was great! Maple bar, amazing. The biscoff was sooo good. Glazed pretzel-yum Cronuts-delicious, sour cream-a favorite blueberry fritter-not my favorite ( a very strong blueberry flavor that can be a little overwhelming) $33.00 for a dozen! Pretty pricey but totally worth a try read more

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This place is da bomb and it is conveniently located just off of the Damen Blue Line station. Their doughnuts are delicious and so is their coffee! I've had their ice coffee before here, as well as their caramel latte and both are so delicious. They have a variety of doughnuts, such as standards, specialties, and assorted doughnuts. These are all so fresh and soft, and if you think Dunkin has anything on these, then your opinion is invalid. You need to try the chocolate sprinkles doughnuts, as well as the cinnamon sugar! The only downfall of this place is that the doughnuts are pretty expensive for each one... it's like $2.50.. so do not come here if you are on a tight budget! This isn't a place I would come every single day, but it's a place to come once in a while when craving it. I've once waited almost 10 minutes to get Stan's before because the line was so long, but in my opinion, it is so worth it. Like most places around Wicker Park, come here during the day rather than later in the evening. read more

Dunkin, step aside. Wow. These donuts are scrumptious and delicious. There's no wonder why the lines here are long. The selection of donuts are overwhelming. Just can't decide on which ones. They all look so good. We decided on 3 donuts, red velvet, chocolate glazed, and cinnamon sugar. They were all good but Red Velvet cake donut wins in my mind. It's so cleaver how they fill the inside with cream cheese frosting. The chocolate glazed donut was also delicious. That was more of yeast donut. And lastly the cinnamon sugar cake donut was yummy. So worth the wait in line. Can't wait to try some other flavors when I'm in the city. read more

We came right when they were closing so there wasn't many donuts to choose from. We had the glazed donut. Everyone liked it but I think we would have enjoyed it more if it was a fresh batch. I have to come back at a better time. Overall great experience as I love this shop. People who say that they are overpriced are really picky as I ordered half a dozen donuts and an ice coffee and my total was 23$. Ordered my favorite donuts and is currently eating one. Thanks for a great experience! It was the highlight of my day! read more

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Came here for a pick-me-up after travelling most of the day. Got a pistachio glazed donut and a cup of coffee. The donut was wonderfully chewy and sweet. Nice place to just sit and chill as well. read more

Phenomenal espresso drinks and the best vegan donuts I've had in a while. Most US cafes' espressos vary by the barista making them but they were exceptional every time no matter who was making them. read more

I love how family friendly this donut shop is! The colors pop out and all the kiddos get excited because they get to pick a delicious donut off the rack! FYI- this is a chain from LA! +1 Really good service +1 Really fresh donuts +1 Decent pricing +/-1 The donuts were a bit too heavy and sweet for me. You definitely need coffee with this! Their most popular are: 1) banana biscoff pocket 2) Pistachio lemon raised donut We ordered all those, in addition to: 3) Lemon pistachio old fashion My favorite was probably the raised donut or the old fashion! Biscoff was a bit too much for me. There are a bunch of Stan's popping up on Magnificent/Riverwalk, so you don't have to come all the way to Wicker Park! read more

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Forget your diets. This is where they come to escape. To be honest, I'm not a donut person and if I want a true sweet treat, I'd always pick something else. This has made me rethink that. Many delicious looking donut delights await. I picked the simple coconut cake style donut and it's the bomb. Soft sweet deliciousness. I didn't want to eat the whole thing and it took great restraint not to. My husband had the Shake which seems gimacky with the donut straw. However it is a very solid and thick milkshake. This place is memorable. read more