Decided I needed to try a Boston cream donut while in Boston, so I looked up the best places to get…read moreone -- and Union Square Donuts kept coming up. We headed over and found a cute little shop with super friendly staff and a few spots to sit inside. All of the donuts looked amazing, and they even had espresso, but already my coffee fill for the day. I ordered the Boston cream donut, and it did not disappoint. The donut itself was light and fluffy, the cream filling was delicious, and the chocolate glaze on top was top notch. I can definitely see why Union Square Donuts is known as the place to get a Boston cream donut!

Pricy, Hit or Miss:…read more This is a classic donut shop, with a slightly upscale interior compared to the factory produced donut shops that grace many of America's strip malls. I am healthily skeptical of any place trying to make a donut something more than what it should be. I feared this with Union Square, but was invited in by the mystery of well crafted names and compelling flavor profiles. Service was neither good nor bad, I was a little surprised that the person working the cash register was unable to assist the two people in the back and just grab the three donuts I ordered, but perhaps its this kind of front line discipline allows them to survive the rush of early morning donut enthusiasts. The Nuts: I ordered the honey glaze chocolate, honey glaze graham cracker, vegan vanilla with sprinkles. - Honey Glaze Chocolate: "A DoNot": A dense donut, not light and airy, light on the Chocolate flavor and, most damagingly, it was dry. The frosting was there and little else. - Vegan Vanilla with Sprinkles: "A fine donut": The cake was spongy, moist enough, but a little chewy (which I believe is a plague of most vegan baked goods). Frosting was unremarkable, somewhat buoyed by the sprinkles. - The Honey Glaze Graham Cracker: "A happy little accident": I accidentally ordered this donut, but sometimes God steps in. The cake was moist and delicious. The Frosting was perhaps a little heavy on some kind of sugar, powdered? But the frosting proved to be an interesting medley of classic vanilla with just enough engaging graham cracker. I got to slightly taste the magic that likely propelled this small shop to a local chain. But as they have expanded I am sure quality control has become an issue. Pop in if you are feeling adventurous and want to gamble with $5.

Hi... Checked out…read moreMass Hole Donutes in the Great American beer Hall... I got a 3pack- Mass Mocha, Johnny Applebee's and Somerville Sunset... my favorite was the Somerville Sunset... liked the other two as well... the young girl working was personable... even thought she had a ton of people waiting... first time trying would definitly try some other flavors...

Such a cool donut spot! With a clever name and fun menu it's always a joy to drop by. They have a…read morerotating menu so you can try their unique weekly flavors. I especially liked their Blueberryport and Extra Extra! The flavors were prominent in each bite + the donuts were moist. Some donuts did tend to err on the side of dryness (the cakey ones) but the brioche based ones were great. I love the fact that they're donut holes too, so they're a perfect size for sampling many flavors. Also, the staff were very pleasant! Would definitely recommend giving them a try if you're in the area.

They're rushed, I get it. It would have been nice to be able to finish entering my info…read more Unfortunately nearly all the eating space is up a flight of stairs -- difficult with a stroller. But there's one table downstairs! The default tip options are 30%, 25%, 20%, which feels a bit high. For NJ this would be a below average bagel -- not enough crust, not quite chewy enough, a little bland. For Boston this is well above average, with the distinct chew of a proper bagel. The donut was only so so, dry and just sweet. Would recommend the bagels instead! They have some cream cheese spreads, but no lox flavor sadly. I'll definitely be back when I crave a bagel!

OMG their bagel sandwiches are so delicious & filling. Each one is made to order and they have a…read morehuge variety of add-ins & bagels to choose from. This everything bagel sandwich definitely made my morning with how yummy it was. I mean, a fluffy bagel with delicious egg and an insane cheese pull. What's not to like? I tried their Strawberry Frosted Donut too, but it fell a little short for me. It just tasted a bit dry and flavorless despite having so much topping. The bagels were far better than the donuts imo. In terms of timing, would definitely recommend coming bright & early (8AM) so you can get what you want before they sell out. Even during the early hours, the staff are so friendly & helpful. Overall, they're a fantastic breakfast spot in Davis Square.

I went in to browse before my Uber arrived and left with more donuts than I expected. That Dubai…read morechocolate bar caught my eye haha. It was fantastic. The dark chocolate on top which was not too sweet. The filling had (I assume) crispy vermicelli and I've never tried anything like it before. It gave it crunch with every bite and the cream itself was also tasty. Very creative and well executed. I also got the salted brown butter crueller which as others have mentioned was quite dense but I still enjoyed it, especially the icing. Ambiance is mostly takeout, and service was quick and friendly. I'd recommend making your donut decisions before you step in because once you see their case, it's harder haha.

Bad experience today. Advertised about free donut day come into store you can scan a code. Cashier…read moresays we didn't get the code. WiFi terrible in store. Taking you off my go to list for donuts.

The service was very friendly, but the food was a complete miss on multiple accounts. The corned…read morebeef hash was completely devoid of seasoning and taste, despite the fact that there was a substantial amount of corned beef throughout. Please keep in mind that this feedback is coming from a basic white woman born and raised in New England. That's saying something. Additionally, the texture of the pancakes was dense and mushy, and there was none of the buttermilk flavor advertised on the menu. I am sure that the donuts are wonderful and they look like a ton of fun; however, for a regular brunch experience, I would go somewhere else.

As some gluten free (celiac), in other words - not gluten free by choice, I LOVE this place. There…read moreis nowhere else that has this many gluten free options for breakfast. I usually get the eggs Benedict on a gluten free donut, but I mixed it up this time and got the gluten free Boston cream pancakes. This plate is HUGE, so I recommend making this an order you share with a table if you ever want it. They have very friendly service here, always so accommodating. The vibe is old school diner inside and they have a good sized outdoor patio in the back as well. I will always come here for a good gluten free breakfast!

Stumbled upon Blackbird Doughnuts as they were in the only building we could find with a public…read morerestroom. I am glad we stopped in because it led us to find these incredible doughnuts. I asked the employee working if they were a chain and she explained they are a chain local to Boston. She also shared the doughnuts are made fresh every morning. They had a display case with the donuts featured and they sure looked great. We were pleased to find the actual donuts looked even better than the display! Both of our donuts were huge and the frosting/filling proportions were generous. The menu consists of classics and then a featured monthly selection. I picked a classic doughnut: chocolate sprinkle. My husband went with a may selection: cherry jam Bismarck. We both loved our selections. My husband said cherry filling is rare and the flavor was spot on. To be honest my only regret after how delicious we found the donuts to be is not getting more.

Really good place for donuts, coffee and breakfast…read more Sometimes there is a line, and you will have to wait a little bit for your food. They open at 8 AM, but they don't necessarily have everything ready at 8 AM sharp, so you will have to wait. If you are in a rush, better off go to another place nearby that opens earlier and get out of the door.

I'm quite literally surprised that this donut shop has not blown up with customer and/or reviews!…read more These make my "top 3 donuts" in the country thus far! Now we could have been spoiled with the freshness of the donut upon purchase but that theory was tested when we ate our last bite the following day! I was surprised in the lack of inventory upon our arrival at 815am but I can seee that the bakers were working on batches in the back. The donuts were airy, doughy and perfectly glazed. I'm upset that I am not a local to enjoy them on a weekly basis to be frank! This is by far a hidden gem and I am most certain it is a gate keeper! I am doing anyone who reads this review a favor!! I believe and search for hole in the walls but I do feel the spot could use a little TLC to attract more customers but my guess is they know their product and they must get enough biz without.

Came here on Valentine's Day. There was a decent line to acquire these delectable treats. But we…read morewaited and the wait was worth the reward of these donuts. They are delicious and delicate. They are exactly what I look for in a donut. I cannot recommend this shop enough. It's a no frills shop. Donuts, iced coffee, or hot coffee. That's it. Local family owned and operated joint. The lady was super nice. **Don't get there when they first open. Donuts will not be ready. Give them 30 mins to an hour**

The Taiyaki NYC icecream always looks great, but is a bit overpriced for what it is. The matcha…read moreflavor is mild. It's more an aftertaste of matcha. The Dough Club sells some yummy mochi donuts and drinks! I did enjoy their strawberry cheesecake donut. It had a light, refreshing strawberry taste. Not too sweet. The dalgona coffee flavor is too light - you definitely taste way more milk than dalgona. Servers also forgot to give us our donut, so although they are nice they could've been more attentive with the order, especially since there were such few customers at that time.

Came here on a Sunday evening and the place was pretty empty - not a ton of seating space or…read moreanything so people were typically just in and out upon ordering. We ended up staying for a while after finishing and the place was pretty quiet/clean, just felt very lifeless. Staff was pretty nice and quick, although the quality of the food left something to be desired - the dough for the taiyaki we got was much too crunchy and burnt. When watching the staff make more, it looked similar as it was too dark and not very fluffy. The ice cream and presentation were fine, but the fish shell unfortunately fell flat for me. This spot isn't bad, but I probably wouldn't return - overpriced for what it is and not great quality.

Lyndell's Bakery is a Boston staple! They serve up your favorite American classics. Would…read moredefinitely recommend their moons of course, and their cupcakes. With their decadent moist cakes & dreamy frostings, everything they make is absolutely delicious. Keep in mind, their treats are all incredibly decadent, so they will definitely satisfy any sugar cravings. Also, their staff are just as sweet as their treats. Really kind folks all around. Highly recommend giving them a try! There is a reason everyone and their moms love Lyndell's, so go see for yourself.

Made a stop at Lyndell's Bakery, and I am so glad we did/ Haven't been in a long time, and it was…read morejust as good as I remember. Made you sure pull a number for service! The cookies are fantasy, and the cream pie was soooo good. They don't have many old-school bakeries around like they used to. This one was opened in 1887, so you know it's good! They did mention they are moving to the larger space on the corner, so expect even more and better things from Lyndell's once that is complete!

Best bread in Boston!!!! Bakery is simple and clean with a good set of different bread loaves…read more Service is friendly and efficient, they cut the bread for you too! I love the sun dried tomato loaf the most but the spinach onion, multigrain loaves, and even just the classic sourdough are also great. The bread flavor and texture is always perfect

Everytime I come to Davis Square I love dropping by because their sourdough makes for some yummy…read moreavocado toast. It's a bit pricey (usually $7 a loaf) but they do have $3 sourdough deals on Wednesdays and help slice the bread for you. It's also nice being able to support our local businesses. The employees are also so lovely. They really know the flavor profiles of each loaf and are always happy to chat.