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Name: Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
Address: 1560 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622
Telephone: (773) 360-7386
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.13

Stan’s Donuts & Coffee

1560 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622

(773) 360-7386
Store is closed

Stan’s Donuts & Coffee Menu

Beverages

White Milk

Chocolate Milk

Martinelli Apple Juice

Orange Juice

Ginger Ale

Cream Soda

Aranciata

Aranciata Rossa

Limonata

Pompelmo

Bottled Water

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water

Bottled Coke

Bottled Orange Fanta

Bottled Sprite

Bottled Goose Island Root Beer

12 oz. Can Diet Coke

Coffee Box

White Milk

Chocolate Milk

Martinelli Apple Juice

Orange Juice

Ginger Ale

Cream Soda

Aranciata

Aranciata Rossa

Limonata

Pompelmo

Bottled Water

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water

Bottled Coke

Bottled Orange Fanta

Bottled Sprite

Bottled Goose Island Root Beer

12 oz. Can Diet Coke

Coffee Box
The Standards

Glazed Donut

Vanilla Sprinkled Glazed Donut

Glazed Donut

Vanilla Sprinkled Glazed Donut
Dough Boy's Best

Peanut Butter Pocket

Peanut Butter Banana Pocket

Biscoff Pocket

Biscoff Banana Pocket

Chocolate Pocket with Nutella

Chocolate Pocket with Nutella & Banana

Glazed Pretzel Twist

Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel

Maple Caramel Pecan Bacon Bar

Cinnamon Roll

Peanut Butter Pocket

Peanut Butter Banana Pocket

Biscoff Pocket

Biscoff Banana Pocket

Chocolate Pocket with Nutella

Chocolate Pocket with Nutella & Banana

Glazed Pretzel Twist

Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel

Maple Caramel Pecan Bacon Bar

Cinnamon Roll
Specialties

Glazed Old Fashioned Donut

Chocolate Old Fashioned Donut

Buttermilk Bar

Boston Cream Donut

Captain Crunch Bismark

Blueberry Fritter

Apple Fritter

Glutenless Donuts

Buttercream Bismark

Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned

Vanilla Sprinkled Glazed Donut

Chocolate Cake Donut

Chocolate Sprinkled Glazed Donut

Chocolate Glazed Donut

Chocolate Sprinkled Cake Donut

Glazed Old Fashioned Donut

Chocolate Old Fashioned Donut

Buttermilk Bar

Boston Cream Donut

Captain Crunch Bismark

Blueberry Fritter

Apple Fritter

Glutenless Donuts

Buttercream Bismark

Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned

Vanilla Sprinkled Glazed Donut

Chocolate Cake Donut

Chocolate Sprinkled Glazed Donut

Chocolate Glazed Donut

Chocolate Sprinkled Cake Donut
Assorted Donuts

Dealer's Choice Assorted Donuts

Dealer's Choice Assorted Donuts
Cookies

Chi Town Chunk (Chocolate Chunk)

Espress Yourself (Chocolate Espresso)

Raisin' The Bar on Oatmeal (Oatmeal Raisin)

Toffee Talk (Toffee Pecan Coconut)

Chi Town Chunk (Chocolate Chunk)

Espress Yourself (Chocolate Espresso)

Raisin' The Bar on Oatmeal (Oatmeal Raisin)

Toffee Talk (Toffee Pecan Coconut)

Healthy Meal suggestions for Stan’s Donuts & Coffee

Beverages

White Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Martinelli Apple Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Orange Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ginger Ale [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cream Soda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aranciata [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aranciata Rossa [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Limonata [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pompelmo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Coke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Orange Fanta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Sprite [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Goose Island Root Beer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

12 oz. Can Diet Coke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Coffee Box [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

White Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Martinelli Apple Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Orange Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ginger Ale [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cream Soda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aranciata [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aranciata Rossa [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Limonata [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pompelmo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Coke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Orange Fanta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Sprite [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Goose Island Root Beer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

12 oz. Can Diet Coke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Coffee Box [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
The Standards

Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Sprinkled Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Sprinkled Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Dough Boy's Best

Peanut Butter Pocket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter Banana Pocket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Biscoff Pocket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Biscoff Banana Pocket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Pocket with Nutella [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Pocket with Nutella & Banana [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Glazed Pretzel Twist [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maple Caramel Pecan Bacon Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cinnamon Roll [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter Pocket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter Banana Pocket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Biscoff Pocket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Biscoff Banana Pocket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Pocket with Nutella [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Pocket with Nutella & Banana [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Glazed Pretzel Twist [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maple Caramel Pecan Bacon Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cinnamon Roll [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Specialties

Glazed Old Fashioned Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Old Fashioned Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buttermilk Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Boston Cream Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Captain Crunch Bismark [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blueberry Fritter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Apple Fritter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Glutenless Donuts [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buttercream Bismark [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Sprinkled Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Cake Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Sprinkled Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Sprinkled Cake Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Glazed Old Fashioned Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Old Fashioned Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buttermilk Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Boston Cream Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Captain Crunch Bismark [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blueberry Fritter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Apple Fritter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Glutenless Donuts [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buttercream Bismark [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Sprinkled Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Cake Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Sprinkled Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Glazed Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Sprinkled Cake Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Assorted Donuts

Dealer's Choice Assorted Donuts [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Dealer's Choice Assorted Donuts [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Cookies

Chi Town Chunk (Chocolate Chunk) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Espress Yourself (Chocolate Espresso) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Raisin' The Bar on Oatmeal (Oatmeal Raisin) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Toffee Talk (Toffee Pecan Coconut) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chi Town Chunk (Chocolate Chunk) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Espress Yourself (Chocolate Espresso) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Raisin' The Bar on Oatmeal (Oatmeal Raisin) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Toffee Talk (Toffee Pecan Coconut) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Valerie B.

When I first saw this place there was a line out the door. When i returned an hour later, the line was only slightly abated. But I insisted my friends and I join the madness and boy were we rewarded. Even with the long line, it didn't take long for us to get through. And the staff was quite friendly. Since there were three of us, we got a half dozen and yum each one was delicious. I was sad they were already out of beignets, which they advertise as a Friday special, but it's ok. Their old fashioned glaze was amazing! Sometimes the glaze can be overpowering, but not in this case. I also ordered a cake donut with chocolate icing. So good! What else did we order. My friend got a pistachio gluten free that looked great and she said tasted even better. So nice that they have options for everyone. We also got an orange old fashioned. That's not my cup of tea. But my friend enjoyed it. Orange is not for me! We got a stuffed donut with banana in it. It was good but really needed more banana overall to balance the other cinnamon flavor. Everything was great. I wish I lived closer so I could get them all the time. Actually probably good that I can't otherwise I'd be a million pounds.
(5)
Annie C.

Oh yes, I'm definitely about this Stan's Donuts life. That lemon pistachio is to die for. Keep in mind their donuts are on the cakey side. They're so so good! Also make sure you order quick because people get cranky if they can't get their donuts fast. This woman started to raise her voice at us while we were in line because we couldn't decide. She needed her donuts asap and when she did she was so happy and friendly. #stansdonutschangesmoods
(5)
Sarah R.

This place was on my bucket list (yes, I have a legitimate bucket list, and yes, food places are on it.). My brother and I decided to go one day because I had a free doughnut with the app Popular Pays. It was near closing time, so all they had left were something like the original one, pistachio, and apple fritter. The line was long, and we were worried we wouldn't get the doughnut that we wanted. Since it was near closing time, people were buying half and full dozens of all the good stuff! Once at the front, we obviously had to go with the apple fritter, and boy, am I glad we did! Although it was near closing time, it was still gooey. There are real apple chunks in the fritter, and it's super cinnamony. This is the only one I've tried, although I've walked by many times. I'm eager to try many more - I have heard rave reviews on their "pocket doughnut squares."
(5)
Bich V.

Every morning the temptress shows herself in form of amazing smelling fried dough as my friends and I walk to the line. Can you not? We finally gave in one afternoon on the way home because we were just not having a good day. Stepped in and saw tons and tons of yummy looking donuts. A nutella and chocolate glazed ones were bought and devoured. On that day, it was pretty good and it made us feel better because how could you not with fried items and chocolate goodness? However, the donuts weren't amazing or anything... comparing them to shipley's or krispy kreme, it falls short. And they were pretty expensive too. It would be a fun experience to try because the inside decor is really cute and the donuts were pretty big, but meh. #rubberchocolate
(3)
Diane G.

Still a winner! The Biscoff Banana Pocket and the Orange Glazed donut were also devoured by me in one sitting...
(5)
Chantal M.

This is my favorite donut place in Chicago (so far). I make sure to pick up a donut or two each day I'm in wicker park / bucktown area because I know I won't have the opportunity to find donuts like these back home. From the decor to the great tasting donuts, Stan's is a great place to sit around with friends or just grab and go. I guarantee you won't be disappointed with the size, taste and price of these donuts. Quite frankly if there was a way to win a year's worth of Stan's Donuts, I'd die happy.
(4)
Avanti H.

Omg love these donuts one of the BEST !! Been here a few times and they never fail. I personally love the apple fritters AMAZING.
(5)
Mari P.

I went their and I asked for a dozen donuts assorted the last gave me 6 of the same one. Was not to happy and it was 30 a dozen. Never again i was so angry.
(1)
Jaci Y.

Stan's donut would be a total treat for me because it's sweet and a bit pricey. But it's worth it because the donuts are so soft light and fluffy. The glaze donuts are so good! I love it and I would like to try their gelato some day. I have to be willing to shovel out at least $5 and up for some so I'll have to save my pennies for that gelato someday.
(4)
Angela P.

Big Star + Stan's + Violet Hour = this intersection is the trifecta. Tacos, donuts, and cocktails. If only I could give up my life and live under the Blue Line. The line at Stan's was almost out the door on a Saturday in the late afternoon. It's a busy area, so I wasn't surprised, but it was dinner time-ish, so I was surprised... It moved fast though, since there were a few people working behind the counter, all working quickly and maintaining a friendly, upbeat exterior. I ordered the Pistachio Glazed, Lemon Curd, and an Old Fashioned. It's probably the best $8 I ever spent. All three were some of the best dontus I've had. I constantly say that Old Fashioned Donuts on the south side are the best and can't be beaten. Well, I don't know about that...Stan's are mouthwatering sugar bombs and everyone needs to try these! The inside of the store is cute. There are some seats, and I like the wall shelving with the many colorful Kitchenaid mixers. But wow, those babies are expensive, and there are 9 in the wall. I quickly did the math. 9 mixers x ~$300 each = $1800 in Kitchenaid mixers JUST for decoration! Where is this Stan? I want donuts, but I want some money too. I jokingly told my friend Aimee M that I probably wouldn't make it home with these. Ok, so I wasn't joking. Before I even got to I-90 to begin my trek home, I devoured the Old Fashioned. Just as I was getting back home to Plainfield, I had to wait for a freight train. I ate most of the Pistachio Glazed (my favorite of the three). I had enough restraint to wait until the next morning to finish the Lemon Curd, but honestly that's probably because it had been a long day, and I was tired.
(5)
Jackie M.

I've been there twice and the line moves pretty quick. If you want to compare or look for more exciting option, Glazed and infused is directly across the street. FYI - must order 6 donuts to get the cute looking Pink box. Order 2 donuts and you get a small tissue box (must request). The jam inside bismarck is home-made. My favorite: the Nutella banana with chocolate glaze. I cant explain how orgasmic it taste. It's just the perfect combo for nutella lovers! Other options are okay: Pistachio glazed - Very attractive green donut atop with pistachio, but it's too sweet and not much pistachio flavoring. Nutella chocolate - nutella filling Glazed - soft and lightly glazed Beignets - I saw the sign display and it was SOLD OUT!! I think it was probabaly a daily special? Other cool choices that you might like but I havent tried yet: captain crunch, maple bacon long john, peanut butter (not a fan, but general public may like), and gluten free option available
(4)
Arleen P.

Fresh delicious coffee! Buttermilk donut was to die for, omg so good! Friendly speedy service and if you're on public transportation they have the cta schedule on their screen next to the menu, How great is that! Definitely worth stopping by and checking it out.
(4)
Niti B.

These pocket donuts are genius!! I had the chocolate peanut butter and it was a sweet treat that left my lips smacked shut and me craving milk!!! Decently priced like its competitors this place is definitely worth a stop. Hard to park near but a perfect plus to hopping of the blue line or a stroll in the neighborhood after a good taco at Big Star for dessert or a breakfast bite before shopping on a Sunday! Will have to come back to try more of the seasonal and traditional choices since they have waaaay too many to sample when you're all alone!
(5)
Bart S.

My first visit to Stan's today, I was not blown away, It was good enough, but it didn't knock my socks off as I expected. The line was long, I left my wife in line, and went to use the washroom while waiting, 5 stars for the bathroom, clean and bright! The line was swift enough, however long enough to get in the way of the in and out door of Stan's. People in line didn't move up in a timely manner to keep pace with the fairly fast service. Kind of annoying. For the donuts, meh...overpriced as expected, larger than Dunkin', better than Dunkin, is Dunkin' the standard? Not sure, but I bet everybody has been to a Dunkin' Donuts Shop. I prefer Stan's to Dunkin' Donuts, however I would not rush back...5 donuts with tax 12.47
(3)
iddells E.

THE BEST doughnuts in all of Chicago with the best selection, but not the best service. I was short-changed twice, once by $30, and the workers seem to enjoy having conversations amongst themselves before serving customers. But whatever, I'd go back no matter what because their doughnuts are just so amazing; I just have to count my change to see if it's correct. Nutella, nutella banana, peanut butter banana, chocolate old-fashioned, and maple bacon are a few of the regulars I would get. I cannot wait until the Lincoln Park location opens up!!
(4)
Kaley K.

Ohhh stans. Amazing coffee. Wonderful selection of tasty donuts. Friendly staff. I recommend the peanut butter pocket to any peanut butter lovers-- you will not be disappointed. Only negative to this place is that it can be busy so you may have to take your donut to go instead of sitting inside. These are specially crafted donuts so they tend to be a bit more pricey if you get the more complicated ones but you can't go wrong with a chocolate cake donut either.
(5)
Jen D.

I declare that for my taste in donuts - Stan's is king. Donut preferences can be highly unique - so I don't expect we can all agree on the best donut place...Each of these places tends to have some sort of specialty - and Stan's is my mecca. My preferences are for sweet, fluffy, airy donuts with glaze. For special occasions I also really love a filling. Oh boy, does Stan's deliver. The best donuts by my standards are the pockets - in particular the pockets with banana. #1 for me is the Biscoff Banana Pocket. Who knew that Biscoff makes a creamy paste out of their delicious ginger cookies? Stan's stuffs their pocket with banana and Biscoff paste(?), then glazes the pocket and frosts it with Chocolate. mmmmm. #2 is Nutella Banana Pocket. These are not for the faint of heart - the donuts are incredibly sweet, but ohhh so sticky and yummy. I've also ventured into donuts with a more cake-like texture and have enjoyed them, but not nearly as much. Their buttermilk bar and maple bacon pecan bar are also quite good. I had Stan's two weekends in a row recently, so I won't be back for some time unfortunately... But when I deserve it, I will be back :)
(5)
Jane C.

Stan's has damn good donuts. Every non-Stan's donut I have had since is a waste of time and calories. Their chocolate glaze and those freaking pockets are so tasty they make me angry. If there was a yeast donut with only chocolate glaze (and no regular glaze), I would be here every day raging like the Cookie Monster.
(5)
Jennifer V.

Cute little donut shop with a modern feel serving standard and specialty donuts. Ordered Nutella , lemon pistachio , raspberry bismark, glazed old fashion, and Boston creme. My friend and I split lemon pistachio and Nutella and the rest for our family. We were able to grab a seat and enjoy our treats. The donuts were rich , fresh and delicious. A definite must try shop!
(5)
Omar Q.

The plain glazed donuts at Stan's are the best I've ever had. The cap'n crunch donut was criminally tasty. We got a dozen donuts and they're very filling, but it was still worthwhile because there is so much variety that it's hard to choose.
(5)
Melissa A.

YUM YUM YUM. That about sums up Stan's Donuts! It is located directly across from Glazed and Infused (another donut shop) in Wicker Park. I wonder if they chose this location with the intent to have a donut battle and see which received more business! This is a small, cozy donut shop with one big communal table and a couple counter tops against the windows. When I came on a Sunday afternoon, this place was insanely packed and now I know why! Their donuts are to die for (yes, to...die...for). I love their unique twist on donuts since it's not just a donut...they have POCKETS! I ordered a nutella peanut butter pocket donut which is exactly what it sounds like. A soft, chewy donut filled with nutella and bananas and glazed with chocolate. Heaven, right?? I wish I had bought more than one donut for myself but I was trying to be good...keyword trying. I bought a peanut butter pocket donut for my sister and she said she devoured it in minutes. I can only assume it was just as delicious as mine. I guess that just gives me another reason to return to Stan's so that I can try another one!
(5)
Michelle R.

I'll admit, I haven't tried the doughnut vault or firecakes or do-rite yet, but I sure do love Stan's! I love popping in there while I waiting for my bus (they have a CTA tracker inside) and grabbing a donut (or 2 or 3). I have never been disappointed with the kind I got, however my all time favorite will always just be the plain old fashioned. Greasy, soft, sweet. That is a real donut. The coffee is good too. I can't complain about the price. If you want cheap donuts go to a gas station.
(5)
Anne T.

WOWOWOW. These donuts are freakin' fantastic! I tried this place out over a year ago, and have since been obsessed with this place. The place is owned by the same guy who started La Briola breads. I must say, the guy really has great mastery of anything doughy and delicious. The place is as cute as it gets. I love the classic patisserie style of the place and the staff outfits are absolutely adorable. This is such a quintessential donut shop. Tucked right under the Damen Blue Line stop, it is the perfect place to grab a snack before heading off to all the vintage stores in the area or before you board the train. If you are debating what donut to get, I highly recommend the Biscoff pocket. The donut is filled with a warm cookie butter that pairs insanely well with soft and buttery exterior. I tried the original glazed donut on Donut Day because they were having a promotion and I was not impressed. Generally, I would suggest splurging to get one of the specialty flavors. Definitely worth the extra cost.
(5)
Al D.

Loved this place! I had a gluten-free pistachio cream donut, was so good and tasted just as good as a regular donut (doesn't always happen with gluten free desserts). My girlfriend had a banana cream pocket which was out of this world, sweet and savory. Really liked the store decor too and the staff was friendly. Go here!
(5)
Misheel T.

I went here for the first time the other day and I LOVED it right away. I had the Blueberry Fritter and the Peanut Butter Pocket. They were both very delicious! The blueberry fritter was big and doughy with perfect amount of glaze. As for the peanut butter pocket, the chocolate glaze on top was rich and fudgy and the peanut butter filling was a perfect fit for the donut. The store itself is very cute and located right next to Damen Blue line. Definitely recommend to go here!
(5)
Cristie F.

There's something about the smell of sweet, sugary donuts that makes my heart skip a beat. And that's usually a sign that I'm in for a major sigh high. Stan's Donuts is nothing short of the bees knees. Never have I experienced such unique flavors married together, in a donut the size of my head. No matter what your donut fancy may be, Stan's has something for you. (Even you vegans out there!) the menu is vast so be prepared to become seriously overwhelmed when making your selection. Or, order one of each - with a side of insulin and a gym membership. No judgement here. When it comes to donuts, I don't discriminate. I love them all; old fashioned, cake, dough, yeast, stuffed, glazed, fritter.... But of them all (and of the ones I've tried) these are my absolute faves. - Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned - Maple Caramel Bacon Pecan Bar - Apple Fritter - Peanut Butter Banana Pocket Now, let's talk about the coffee for a minute. I don't know where they source their beans from but the house blend is on point. It's almost better than any other coffee I've consumed. Well, except one. And no, not Starbucks. Despite a line being out the door, the service is fast. Just be ready to know what you want so you don't become that person who struggles to make a decision when there's a line 20 deep behind you. Keep 'Em coming Stan. There's no doubt you have some of the best donuts in town.
(4)
Victoria B.

I'm admittedly not really a donut person. Whenever my work colleagues bring them into the office for breakfast, I usually stay far away. Nevertheless, Stan's really tempted me from all of the pictures and check-ins by fabulous Yelper, Amanda S. On my most recent trip to Chicago, I arrived to Wicker Park with the intention of going to Mindy's Hot Chocolate after lunch, but alas they were closed. Still holding on to my sweet craving, I saw Stan's next to the L train and decided that it was just what I needed to satisfy my craving. I got the Nutella Banana Pocket donut. It was so delicious and even prettier to look at. I almost didn't even want to eat it. It was probably the best donut I've ever had, given that I don't really like donuts. It was soft, moist and filled with delicious nutella/banana cream and iced with even more nutella on top. I can see why this place is so popular, even with that other donut shop directly across the street.
(4)
Leslie D.

So satisfied! I stumbled across this shop a couple of weeks ago on accident. My partner and I were originally picking up some donuts from the competition across the street and it was closed. We looked across and saw Stan's!! So we crossed the street and waited in line . We finally got a variety of donuts. My favorite had to be the chocolate cake donut ! We tried them on the way home and we were so satisfied with chocolate cake ! I only gave this place 4 stars and not 5 because the young lady who helped us out was a bit rude since the beginning of our transaction.
(4)
Mad I.

Super cute place, interesting move to come in across from Glazed.... Had the cult favorite nutella and a couple others...pretty good but I don't feel like I need to go back. I may stick to Firecakes...
(3)
Andrew G.

Not much more to say about this place than go. here. for. donuts. It's right off of the Damen stop on the Blue Line and ohmygosh dem donuts (OMGDD - trademark it with me people!). I've had the lemon pistachio old-fashioned donut and the Captain Crunch filled specialty donut and they are just pure heaven. Have you ever had Captain Crunch-flavored vanilla bean pastry cream before? Didn't think so. Neither did I until I went here and even to today I can't stop laughing and smiling thinking about it. There's usually a line out the door and the prices are maybe a buck or two more than your classic chains you can find anywhere in America but good Lord are they worth it. Just go here. Have a donut. Let it change your life and be fat and happy every time you're near Wicker Park. It's as simple as that folks! You only live once, right?
(4)
Lani N.

Great service and super cute interior. Love the variety. Vegetarians, the yeast donuts contain lard, so check out the cake donuts and the vegan donut.
(4)
Emily B.

I came here on a Wednesday morning around 10. Not crowded at all. And I'm so thankful because I couldn't wait! And as soon as I went inside, my dreams became a reality. Seriously, I want to take the entire showcase home and become a fat, happy slob :) I got the pistachio glazed and my 3 year old son naturally picked out the chocolate glazed with sprinkles. Both were so good, I tried to eat slowly and maturely, but, didn't happen. Sugar was creeping through my veins and it's the best feeling in the world. I also ordered the premium dark roast coffee. So delicious as well and I had a buzz for the rest of the day. Sugar and caffeine, my favorite food groups. Fortunately, I do not live that close to this place or I'd have a major problem. But I'll definitely be back!
(5)
Amanda M.

Finally stopped in as already in the area. Settled on the pistachio old fashioned. It was very good but didn't get as much pistachio flavor as I had hoped. I did love the inviting space and diner-feel of sitting down and eating your doughnuts. I think with all the gourmet doughnut places around, it is all give and take, depending on the doughnut.
(4)
Jennifer C.

I have a lot of experience with stan's AND glazed+infused donuts-- mainly because my partner lives opposite to Damen station and we spent our first couple months dating gorging on these novelty donuts. So as a cake-donut fan... After trying almost every one of them I reckon the lemon pistachio old fashion and the glazed chocolate is the best. Don't bother with any other cake donuts as they're usually too dry and if you want a moist cake one, head over to glazed and infused and get yourself one of their elaborately decorated red velvets. There's a wide variety of 20+ donuts to choose from but I was often disappointed.. I.e. The carrot cake donut was too sweet and fibrous, lacked body and cream cheese icing. The double chocolate donuts always seemed to have plasticky, tacky icing that seemed like it would peel off when you but down into the donut. A lot of fritters looked down right revolting, like fried vomit. If you have over 500 followers on popular pays you get a free donut every month if you post your donut pic with related hashtags to Instagram as well. I really can't comment on the yeast donuts as they never taste good or texturally feel right to me, but people seem into the Boston Cream or Nutella pockets. I for one have eaten enough donuts for 2014 and look forward to gorging on other fatty carbs.
(3)
Jenn T.

The line is bad but TOTALLY WORTH IT. Pretty much all you need to know is: Pistachio/lemon donut = AMAZING. Cookie butter pocket= AMAZING. It also blew my mind that this Stan's is a spinoff of the Stan's in Westwood in CA. I wish that location had fun/creative donuts like the Chi town location :(
(5)
Rosie V.

It was my first time here, I went on a Saturday morning around 10am and it was busy. The line was almost out the door and there was hardly any room to move. When I finally got to the counter I started to give the associate my order, I felt rushed and At this point I began to experience a bit of anxiety. Between the noise, amount of people and having to quickly decide between so many wonderfully decorated donuts I thought I was going to finally meet my maker. I had the Blueberry fritter and a caramel iced latte. It was mediocre and I wanted it to be outstanding! It was just okay.
(3)
Lola P.

As I have moved around the states I have always tried the local donut spots in search of the best buttermilk donut. And I have found it! Seriously the buttermilk bar is amazing. We also tried the apple fritter and a banana donut. I found the apple fritter to be good. The banana filled one was to sweet for my liking. The place was packed to the door and the line moved quickly. Definetly recommend Stan's.
(5)
Nava N.

I'm not a big donut person at all, but this donut was on another level. I got the Banana Biscoff which had probably half a banana baked into the middle. The banana's were clearly fresh and had a perfect texture. I really enjoyed it and was very impressed. I had to take off a star because the donuts are kinda pricey. Yeah it's a good donut, but it's still just a donut. It probably shouldn't cost the over $3 pricetag. However, if I was ever in the mood for a donut again, I would definitely come back here for it.
(4)
Roxane P.

But, as far as their to-die-for selection goes, you got to try their Lemon Pistachio Old Fashion. They take the already delicious and not to sweet Old Fashion donut and give it a twist. I can eat this donut everyday and never stop, it's that good! Definitely the one MUST try donut at Stan's. I also enjoy their Apple Fritter. First of all you have not seen an Apple Fritter till you have seen this one; it's possibly the biggest donut you have ever seen in your life. Can someone say donut for two? However, I'm sure after taking a bit of this incredible treat you might not want to share it! It has the right amount of fruit and sweetness perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of Joe. If you aren't a fan of apple, they have a blueberry one too! So whither you are a local or out of Towner, this place is worth checking out! Plus!!!! They have two locations now, their main shop in Wicker Park and another location in Streeterville! So wherever you are in the city you can get this amazing donut experience.
(5)
Lawrence Y.

Their donuts are good, but I found a hair in my strawberry filled donut. How did I find it? It was in my mouth as I was chewing it. Absolutely disgusting. They'd have 1 star if their donuts didn't taste so good.
(2)
Raquel S.

Wow!!! Small, busy, but so worth it! Fresh made doughnuts! I almost felt rushed, but people want their sweet tooth satisfied. I just tasted the lemon curd and classic glazed and yummy! Next will be Nutella banana life is all good.
(5)
Erin C.

Donuts fantastic. Been here times before and posted of such. That said -- Employee with the purple hair, needs a serious attitude adjustment. Saturday morning coffee and donuts don't pair well with constantly yelling at customers to move down and yes, I overheard you refer to me as a b**** when checking out. Apologies for not knowing the name of a donut because there wasn't a sign to accompany it and god forbid, I pointed at it to get the a fired off response from her, "I can't see where you're pointing." Should I see this lovely lady working the counter in the future you can be most certain my business will be heading across the street to glazed and infused.
(2)
David C.

Doughnuts are a little bit pricey, but they were bigger than your average doughnuts for sure (think Dunkin or Krispy Kreme as the average doughnut size). We had to wait in a line for doughnuts. We only got two and it cost $6. I think that's a little on the steep end for doughnuts. That being said, there were a bunch of doughnuts we didn't get the chance to try the one time we've been here and I would certainly come back for. I got a regular glazed doughnut, which was fine, but indefinitely preferred my girlfriend's pistachio doughnut (with a pistachio glaze and crushed pistachios). What I like about Stan's compared to other doughnut places in the city is that it has a seating area and wifi. However, as you'll see with the crazy crowds and lines, it's not generally feasible to access the tables. You come in, get your doughnuts, and go. Overall, Stan's is a solid doughnut place in Chicago, better than many other places. Still, prices are a little too high for what you get and I prefer Glazed & Infused, which is literally right across the street. Since I'm at the Damen stop a lot, I'll definitely give Stan's more opportunities to impress me.
(3)
Tavi J.

3.5 Stars I feel terrible giving Stans only 3 stars (3.5 to be exact), but as always my honesty trumps public opinion. :) I wanted to try Stans because of all the chatter I kept hearing about it and how they were popping up across from Glazed and Infused. The excitement was building and I thought the perfect time to experience it was for a friends Bday. I stop in to buy him an assortment of doughnuts (Nutella with banana pocket, Chocolate sprinkle, Chocolate glazed pretzel, and one more I can't remember...lol). They were good (especially the chocolate glazed pretzel one), but to me Glazed and Infused was better. As I've mention in countless reviews I need my doughnuts to be cake like in texture and the doughnuts I tasted didn't bring that. The doughnuts are definitely unique and beautiful...not to mention HUGE! I will definitely go back to try more, but just wish they were a little more dense.
(3)
Amy H.

I think this place is a bit too hyped up. I went here with some friends and I ordered the pistachio lemon and strawberry jelly donut. The pistachio donut was the size of a regular donut and it was $2.50. It was an interesting taste but nothing I would say is outstanding. Also, there are limited seats there. Luckily, we found four seats. However we were near the door that everyone was bumping into us to get in and out of the place. The place was pretty busy though, so that tells you that other people enjoy this place.
(2)
Kimsy S.

I've tasted the face of God. A maple caramel bacon donut GOD. This is an adorable little donut shop right off off the Damen stop. It was pretty crowded when I went on a Sunday afternoon (duh), so I did a quick scan of the pastries and decided to go for the aforementioned bacon donut manna from Heaven, and the Biscoff pocket (get this one if you love Biscoff or Trader Joe's cookie butter). Both donuts were AMAZING. If you love bacon, get the bacon donut, I swear. the donut is soft and not too sweet, and the maple and bacon have the perfect sweet/salty combo. It wins. Being that Stan's is in a high-traffic area of Wicker Park, don't expect these babies to come cheap. I paid about $7.50 for these babies. But they're treats. And they're worth it. Give them a chance. You won't be sorry. And if you are, send your donuts to me. I'll accept the apology. :-)
(5)
Kenneth A.

I don't know why anyone would support Stan's. We had a local donut business (Glazed and Infused, who are amazing and nice, by the way) and then Stan's decided to move in across the street. Stan's, while partnered with folks from Chicago, is from Los Angeles. What was the first thing that they did? They put up a bunch of signs celebrating their 80 year anniversary, or something like that. So of course people from out of town got the impression that Stan's is some kind of local mainstay and Glazed is the encroaching menace. What a dirtbag maneuver! I went to Stan's once to give it a shot. I was not incredibly impressed. They had a wide variety, sure. But they were nothing special. Also, I try not to give my money to places where 3 levels of management breathe down the necks of the service staff. Just not a nice environment. I'll keep giving my money to the local, friendly folks at Glazed.
(2)
Pravin M.

They've got really good donuts. But they are pricey. I got the cinnamon sugar cake. It was good, but not great.
(3)
Lin H.

These donuts were pricey, but good! I went with getting an assortment of six donuts for $14. The exact names are hard to remember but I believe I got: Nutella Banana, Maple Pecan Bacon, Lemon Pistachio, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Blueberry Lemon Bismark, and Coconut Cream. The donuts in general were light and fluffy (minus the Lemon Pistachio which was a cake donut). Fillings were tasty, but maybe a little bit overfilled since some of the donut bottoms broke from the weight. Delicious experience overall!
(4)
N S.

A little peace of Los Angeles hx here in wicker park! Purchased a dozen or more for work and all gone within a few minutes. You never see that with other donut brands. There was nothing left in the box. So what does that say about these awesome donuts. Thanks and I didn't have to fly back to Cali to get my fix.
(5)
Brian C.

I love donuts. I really love donuts. I really love Stan's donuts. I don't know that I have ever had donuts like these. The Nutella pocket makes me want to cry tears of joy. I am not even a fan of maple but the maple long john was unbelievable! These donuts are the closest thing to heaven on Earth.
(5)
Paul M.

The location and decor of this place are both top notch. It's cozy and the people are friendly so it's an inviting place to sit for a few minutes while you enjoy your order. The donuts and coffee however leave something to be desired. The coffee is pretty good but most often lattes come out bitter. The donuts are better than Dunkin but definitely nothing to write home about. If you're really craving a delicious donut there are several places I'd go before Stan's, especially considering the price.
(3)
Marina A.

Very cute, trendy donut shop and cafe. Great selection of coffee and tea and so many unique donuts!
(5)
Ashley I.

It was busy, but had very prompt service. I got gluten free chocolate and pistachio donuts. All of the regular donuts looked so good!
(5)
Glo K.

The wonderful smells of Stan's fried confectionery goodness spread all over the Six Corners! When you're on your way to the Damen blue line, what do you know, you're following the smell and standing in donut heaven for a quick minute (cue the angel music). It's really hard to avoid Stan's when it's freakin' right next to the Damen stop. Even when you're not hungry, you leave with a baby pink and white-striped box filled with a delicious array of doughnuts of your usual favorites and maybe one wild-card for kicks. My two favorites are the Blueberry Old-Fashioned and Lemon-Pistachio Old Fashioned. The old fashion does not leave a greasy residue on your hands and has a good texture. The friendly staff recommends the Biscoff Cream Pocket donut ($2.50), which is the neighborhood favorite. The biscoff cream is a cookie butter that has a graham-crackery taste. The donuts are generously filled and there's a perfect ratio of glazed, icing, and donut ratio. (Warning: Prepare for a minor sugar rush... but it's so worth it.) Also don't forget to grab an intelligentsia coffee on the other hand, and now you're ready to hop on the next blue line!
(4)
Jennifer B.

I've heard all the hype about this spot and I finally have in..today is the second time in 3 days...so that says a lot! The first time I came here, I had the Nutella creme donut and I waited to get back to my apartment to put it with ice cream, whip cream and bananas. Omg, so rich! I threw away the bottom part of the donut..I wouldn't have if I didn't feel guilty about all the holiday eating!!! Today, I went with the coconut creme! Omg it was delicious! The creme filling was not overwhelming, but light and delicious! Took one bite and put it away, I gotta learn how to eat in moderation...haha I'm getting better! But it is amazing...don't get me wrong. Also had the eggnog latte, so good on this cold day!
(5)
Michelle P.

Less enthused this time around. Now that the novelty of the unique flavors has worn off, time to focus on the donuts themselves. We got a biscoff banana filled, nutella, boston creme, and lemon pistachio. The lemon pistachio was rich moist donut - seems like their standard old fashioned donuts are what they're best at. But the filled donuts were a disappointment. Don't take me wrong, the fillings were great - but the donuts themselves were heavy and not very sweet. Kind of like a heavy,dry brioche dough. And for $3.25 a donut, they should be more than just okay. "A" for originality, "C" for execution.
(3)
Aubrey L.

This is my favorite donut place in all the land (at least Chicagoland)! I've tried many of the donuts that they offer from the Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned, Nutella Pocket, Blueberry Bismark, Boston Cream, Cocount Cream, and a Vanilla Gelato Old Fashioned sandwich! All pair well with a nice iced coffee! It's really hard to stay away from this place. It's a good thing I don't live close-by. And, I'm borderline diabetic so it's a good thing there is some distance between us. Ugh! Life can be difficult sometimes. Well, excuse me...while I daydream about donuts!
(5)
Vanessa M.

Amazing! Hopped off the L and this place immediately caught my husbands eye. We had to go in! First thought- this place is SO cute! From the pretty little hexagon tiles to the colorful kitchen aid mixers on display... it's so adorable. (mine, my husband couldn't care less about ambience when trying new places) They had an excellent variety of doughnuts; it was hard to make a decision. My husband went with a yeast doughnut, with vanilla icing and rainbow sprinkles. He said it was perfect. I went with the Nutella banana pocket... oh my goodness. It was literally the best doughnut I have ever had. We recently moved to the Chicago area from Florida, and back home we had the best doughnut place ever. I asked my husband how he would compare Stan's to our fav in FL- we both agreed they were one and the same. The only thing..... our doughnuts back home were $0.75 each. Its pretty painful to shell out $2-3 for a doughnut. We surely won't be buying doughnuts often because of prices, but when we do, it'll be Stan's.
(4)
Jenny V.

I LOVE DOOOONUTS we finally went to stan's and its soon yummy. I got a nutella banana pocket and a lemon pistachio yuuummmmm! the donuts are huge and delicious I was a bit disappointed with the lemon pistachio, but just because i was expecting more pistachio then lemon. Maybe next time i'll stick to the basics, the chocolate old fashioned looks so good.
(4)
Rachel C.

Came in Saturday morning to a long line standing outside Stans. Efficient service allowed me to get my donuts quickly: Biscoff banana pocket: favorite of the bunch, delicious, moist, banana-y taste, sweet but not cloying Lemon pistachio old fashioned: kind of like a sweeter version of lemon poppy seed bread, but a little dry compared to the pocket. Still good though. Double chocolate old fashioned: chocolate-y goodness but also a little dry. If I go back, I'd probably get every kind of banana pocket (peanut butter, Biscoff, and Nutella) but maybe not the non-pockets (the donuts here are a little pricey!) Pretty good coffee too!
(4)
David B.

The picture says it all - a box of some of my favorites. The lemon pistachio and the toffee crumb are constant winners. Stan's does excellent old-fashioneds, rivaled only by Do-Rite. Their cinnamon twist, when fresh and hot, is amazing. They do doughnut wells and I am glad to see they're expanding throughout Chicago.
(5)
Melanie T.

Highly recommend the Nutella Pocket donut! I seriously could have eaten a dozen of them! The night we went they were having a sale, any 6 for $10. Perfect for us since there were 5 of us. Also have to add that they were playing the best songs! Totally through me and my family off since it seemed like a cute little hipster/Pinterest-y spot. They were playing Walk It Out, Started From The Bottom, Party Like A Rockstar, Tuesday...LOL. Youuu know! But my kids and I loved it! Everything!
(5)
Tina L.

This place is so FUN! I love the signage outside, and I love the ambiance and feel on the inside. If you're not in the mood for donuts, you certainly will be once you're inside. I recommend the Banana Biscoff -- wow. Phenomenal!!~ Not too much banana, not too much bread, not too sweet. Just a great balance of flavors in this tasty little pocket.
(4)
Callan W.

In the world of donuts, there are two different species: Cake and yeast. Cake donuts are fine I suppose, but I don't like when bakeries build their entire sugary empires on just this kind of donut. I am a yeast donut girl through and through and Stan's is my kind of donut shop. Stan's has your classics - your old fashioned and your glazed. I tried the apple fritter and was happy with the sugary snap it should have. For the fat kid living inside all of us, they have creative options too. I have sampled (and loved) the bacon pecan, the lemon pistachio, the Chicago mix, the captain crunch, the nutella, and the chocolate banana pocket one too. I didn't eat all those donuts whole of course - I wouldn't have fit on the plane. The staff was super friendly and I hear their coffee is good too. Perhaps next time I am in town, I will go for the whole experience.
(4)
Freddie L.

Put something good in your mouth. Stan's Donuts & Coffee shop is all about delicious doughy spheres of flavors. Try there decadent sugar glazed donut... Deliciously vegan, you'd never know it.
(4)
John T.

BLUF: Interesting donuts without being weird. Cool donut shop feel in a cool neighborhood. Check it out. I wish i had gotten the coffee because i was impressed by everything else. good service. great donuts. great atmosphere in a very donut shop like kinda feel. i got a gingerbread donut and it was awesome. i was supposed to share but i didnt cuz i am a jerk and i paid. should have gotten 2. others got other kinds and i stole a piece of each. all were good. i'd go back in a heart beat then check out the nearby bars.
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Tiffany S.

I came in around 15 mins before closing and quickly chose the Nutella Banana Donut. It was everything you expect - rich, creamy, and sweet. However the issue was the donut itself tasted stale. I'm going to attribute that to coming in so late though. Another issue was the fact it was so messy, every bite oozed out more nutella goodness. Prepare some napkins and don't wear mittens. I would like to try the donuts again when its oven fresh! Come before closing!
(3)
Bria D.

I'll keep this one simple.....best damn donut I've ever had....so far! Try the glazed chocolate with sprinkles
(5)
Jane W.

I know this is a serious thing to claim, but I think Stan's has the best donuts I've ever had... I've tried donuts across the US and internationally as well (and no, I'm not counting anything like Dunkin' Donuts), and these just hit the spot for me. I tried the old fashioned buttermilk as well as the blueberry version, and the donuts were so soft, yet perfectly chewy. They also had a generous amount of glaze, which was perfect for my sweet tooth. I bought the two to save, but I already finished one and a half before I got home - which is saying a lot, because I had just come back from brunch at Bongo Room and was about to explode. I couldn't stop reaching back into the bag to take "just one more bite". Ugh. I'm drooling just thinking about it.
(5)
Michael N.

Real good stuff. Not much else to say. Not the cheapest place in the world however the donuts and coffee are awesome. Had the peanut butter pocket last time I was there (after hours from the walk-up window). It was good, but seemed just a touch dry if you'll allow me to nitpick for just a moment. But a combination of sugar, chocolate, peanut butter and bread will pretty much seal the deal in just about anything. They could probably sell a rubber tire inside one of the donuts and it would still taste awesome. But not to discount the coffee which could easily take a place down a notch. Nothing worse than getting a donut or breakfast meal which is amazing but then taking a sip of bitter coffee...no issues with that at Stans as the coffee was great too! After hours on the weekend, be prepared to wait for a while outside since it's just one person working the window. It took about 10 minutes to get our group of 11 in and out of there and that's with just one person paying. So the service can be a bit slow then. But hey if you want a donut to be served to you in the middle of the street I guess you gotta wait.
(5)
Gregory G.

OK!!! When you want great tasting donuts this is the spot. Not only do they have your normal glaze kind, they have some great varieties; which I have tried many of them. Well, to sum it all up when you need to take a road trip or a good walk head over to Stan's and get your eat on.
(5)
M M.

Not sure what all the hype is about. I tried the beignet, choco cake, and Boston creme: $7.something change Pretty dry, not sure what happened. The Boston creme's innards definitely was mixed just right, but boy did that dough make it rough. Next time, I'll microwave it or something. I don't think i would come back to this place, except to try the lemon pasta hip that everyone here keeps raving about. Also, lady who placed my doughnuts in the paper bag did it improperly; so when I walked outside in the glaring heat, the icing melted clean off from the doughnut to the bag, ergo, no more choco icing on my choco-cake doughnut. Rookie mistake/common sense?
(2)
Anthony U.

With the donut shops in Chicago I can say Stan's is just average and too expensive for the average consumer. When I entered there weren't any other customers and when I said I hadn't been there before she says "Tell me when you're ready" and walks away without offering any details on the products or the process. I hope this isn't representative of the entire staff. I live on the SW side of Chicago and we have Weber's bakery where .60 cents buys one of the best chocolate glazed cake donuts on earth. At Stan's I got six donuts, just a half dozen, and the bill was $16 with tax. I was a bit startled by the price but assumed I was getting a premium product in an area where retail rents are pretty high so paid the bill and took my precious donuts home. We got one each Orange Chocolate, Blueberry Cheese, Boston Cream, Maple Caramel Bacon Bar, Glazed Pretzel, and a Cinnamon Roll. The Orange Chocolate tasted like old orange marmalade with not much chocolate on top to match the orange. The Maple Caramel Bacon was too sweet, lacked ample bacon, and had nuts that weren't listed anywhere when I bought them. The Boston Cream had a thick starchy sour cream and could have used more chocolate. The rest were average but didn't match my gourmet expectations. I may check one or two other varieties next month but I don't have very high expectations.
(3)
Mihir P.

Another worthy competitor in the Chicago doughnut market. The line was kind of long but it moved quickly do to the cashier taking orders and the other staff scurrying around to fill orders. I got the banana nutella doughnut and it was delicious but no banana could be seen or flavor detected. There are about 10 seats to enjoy your treats so if you're if you're a larger group, it's best to take them to go.
(3)
Jasmine J.

It's okay, I've had almost every doughnut and they all have to much going on for me. Only one I like is the Cinnamon pretzel which is basically just doughnut dough in a shape of a pretzel and cinnamon on top. Nothing of an actual pretzel, which is good. I can kinda ear the apple fritter but never finish it. Anyways, the drinks are what I really like. it's hard to find good hot chocolate & they have it. Also, people here are always nice. So even if I'm not a fan of their doughnuts, it's so welcoming. I still try a new one whenever I'm waiting for the train because I like coming in.
(3)
Michael U.

Items Selected: Biscoff Pocket Nutella Pocket Blueberry Old Fashioned Apple Fritter Pretzel Twist Maple Caramel Pecan Bacon Bar Imported from Los Angeles and all dressed up for a Chicago debut on Damen my early morning stop at Stan's Doughnuts after a thirteen mile run was assured on entry to be a decadent one but having already experienced the tiny Angeleno original with mixed results nothing could have prepared me for just how good the Windy City storefront would be, each of my half-dozen selections proving nothing short of delicious while friendly service smoothly assisted a trickle of traffic that never seemed to stop rolling through the door. Artfully designed with large windows facing the street and a small seating area to the right of a counter and kitchen where doughnuts are fried fresh to restock supplies nearly fourteen hours each day it was with one eye towards indulgence but the other on an upcoming brunch that I perused the days options and eventually settling on an even half dozen my pastries were soon boxed to the tune of $14 after tax and tip, all but the two filled options still warm with the fritter still too hot to handle without a napkin. Beginning first with a yeasty raised twist beneath a shiny lacquer tinged with cinnamon and then progressing to the reference standard ring of blueberries amidst savory cake infused with buttermilk it was with high hopes that I moved along to the aforementioned fritter and with crispy edges plus loads of apples it seemed as though things couldn't possibly get better - an assumption that would soon be proved wrong by the cookie-butter filled pocket and a sweet-meets-savory buttermilk bar that somehow managed to remain balanced despite a quartet of toppings including briny bacon that came across up front only to dissipate in smoky notes of pecan and surprisingly natural tasting flavors of maple syrup on the finish.
(5)
Julie Y.

These are the best donuts on earth. I am a complete addict. I can't go to Wicker without picking up a couple of these bad boys. I always end up shamefully eating one before they make it to the final destination. What makes them so good? Their donuts are so yeasty and so satisfyingly chewy. And the amount of peanut butter/nutella that they load up into their donuts is unparalleled. So basically you are just eating half a jar of nutella with one donut which I am TOTALLY cool with. I've been to all the donut places around Chicago and recently compared them to the infamous Voodoo Doughnuts from Portland. No comparison - Stan's is the clear cut winner. Pls sponsor me?
(5)
Justine L.

Stan's donuts are delicious but only a special treat because they are super expensive. Last time I bought a dozen donuts, I had spent nearly $40. That. is. insane. Anyway- a lot of great flavors here. I really like their cakey donuts, such as the pistachio donut, and their pretzel donuts bc they are just huge! As a person who doesn't like a lot of creams, I found their jelly and cream filled donuts to be too much for me.
(4)
Yabi C.

Delicious Donuts! Yum. But from Earth's point of view: Positives: most of the waste Stan's produces is paper. Other than that... not many positives here. Negatives: Stan's has a lot of to-go customers which makes for a lot of waste. But even for their sit-in customers, they still package their product in non-reusable waste. Their drinks are served in a plastic to-go cup with a lid or a paper cup with a plastic lid (if hot). Their ice cream is served in wax-lined paper cups with plastic spoons. There is no sign of reusable anything in this shop. Please consider all reusable dishes needed to serve your dine-in guest, and a plant-based alternative for your to-go cups. At the very least, Stan's should offer a recycling bin in store for all of their recyclable bottled drinks they sell. This is a high traffic shop! Please consider the volume and type of waste your store is creating!
(1)
Natalie B.

A gem hidden under the Damen blue line! Stan's has a wonderful open, light and modern atmosphere that'll make you want to spend the afternoon devouring the best donuts in Chicago. All the donuts are delicious but the glazed are always fresh and delicious!
(5)
Lorelei C.

So, I will admit my curiosity was piqued by another new donut shop that opened here in Chicago, and yes, it was piqued enough for me to crawl out of my cozy bed at 6am this morning so I could check out this new place. Okay, also, I heard that they had some kind of banana crÃ¨me filled donut and I love bananas so much even though my Dr. has pretty much nixed them from my life because of my potassium levels.. So, I was pretty excited and got into Rebel Lorelei mode because I was going to get this donut come hell or high water.. So, I enter this lovely donut shop/place with high hopes of finding my special donut and I am told they don't have it.. Well.isn't that just a kick in the head... But because I am not hard to please I eyed the donut case over a few dozen times and found 4 donuts that caught my eye.. This Gigantic Glazed Pretzel, can't go wrong there, love pretzels, love glazed donuts= win/win! This great looking Orange/Vanilla old fashioned, A Chocolate Old fashioned and a custard filled Bismarck. Now, regarding pricing, there is a menuboard where the donuts are priced in different categories, old fashioned. specialty etc... My guess is that Giant Pretzel cost me like $3.00-$4.00 and yes, normally most of us can't afford to do this as a daily ritual.. So, it can be pricey... But, gotta say, these donuts taste pretty darn delicious, soft and fresh, and honestly, you can taste the quality.. unlike D.D.... Now, I found it amusing that Stan's Donuts is located directly across the street from Glazed and Infused, but hey, why not a little friendly competition? Or maybe not so friendly.. Either way, I loved everything about Stan's, they have great looking/tasting donuts, a very nice staff of people, and a really cute interior space even if it is pink.. Normally I hate pink but somehow I liked it at Stan's.. So, if you want some nice donuts and some coffee I would definitely make a stop at Stan's.. Located right at the blue line at Damen and North, you can't miss it! And you shouldn't..:)
(4)
Sarah V.

My hope is that Stan's will force Glazed and Infused to either step up their game or out of business. I've been to Stan's twice so far and see at least one person daily carrying a dozen or two to work. The donuts are fresh and delicious. The first time I was there I had a glazed sprinkle donut, and the second time I had a cinnamon twist and a cup of coffee. The glazed donut was definitely the better pick. After reading one of the reviews I asked about the lard, turns out that most, but not all of their donuts are made with it. The more "cake" like donuts do not contain lard, but its always a good thing to double check if that is a concern. I love the way it's decorated inside and how much detail was put into even the floor tiling. The staff so far has been pretty nice, I went on a Saturday evening and there were way too many people behind the counter, but that is better than too few. The best part about it all though are the prices. About half of what you pay across the street, but way better quality and customer service.
(5)
Jamie B.

The line was out the door this past Sunday morning for the delectable donuts of Stan's. We tried the Boston Cream Pie, Buttermilk Bar, and Glazed. The winner was the Buttermilk Bar with the Boston Cream coming in at 2nd. The glazed was good but way too greasy for me. What an awesome place- 3 donuts with an iced coffee came in at $10.65. Worth every penny!
(4)
Amanda C.

My photo of the donut case kind of says it all. Just OMG flavors. We tried a Nutella packet and a chocolate peanut packet. We ate them in nearby Wicker Park while people watching, which provided a great alternative to the few seats at Stan's, so go on a sunny day! The donuts were superb, maybe a little pricy, but you're paying for quality. Great for dessert or to surprise your coworkers. I think I would have exploded if I'd had the chance to pick out a dozen.
(4)
Serena C.

Mhmmm tasty doughnuts! This place really reminded me of a place that I used to go to when I was in high school. I absolutely loved that they have a bunch of different varieties of doughnuts for everyone. There's fun flavors like maple bacon pecan but they have your traditional things like apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, even your old fashioned, glazed and sugared doughnuts. Everyone working behind the counter was sweet and great at giving recommendations when asked. I ended up buying 4 different doughnuts to try because they all looked so delicious!!! This is not anything at all like over-processed and mass produced Dunkin Donuts - so if you're expecting that garbage then do not stop by. But if you have a hankering for tasty, fresh and flavorful doughnuts - then this is definitely your place!!
(5)
Jennifer G.

I came in for a sugar rush after a 10 mile run. Stans delivered the heavenly sugar ladened yeasty donut I was craving. We tried the regular glazed, cap'n crunch bismark, peanut butter filled and biscoff filled. The peanut butter filled was covered in a dark high quality tasting chocolate. The yeast glazed donut was the best I had ever had. Cant wait to return and try more.
(5)
Courtney M.

My favorite donut & coffee place. Reasonably priced, plenty of seating, and friendly staff. It's always clean and delicious :) they also deliver on grubhub!
(5)
Christelle S.

Saw that this place had opened in Wicker and was excited to try it out! I came for some dessert after having dinner nearby. My boyfriend and I sampled a few of their gelato flavors before settling on the chocolate. It turned out to be delicious! The reason I am giving two stars is because my boyfriend asked if we could get sprinkles on our gelato. The man explained that we could not, which was fine. What was not fine was the fact that I could hear him talking about us and making fun of our sprinkle inquiry while we were walking out. It made me feel uncomfortable knowing that the staff was laughing at our request while we were still well within earshot. It might be awhile before I get over that and head back, which is too bad because their donuts looked intriguing. I'll be sticking with Glazed and Infused window across the street.
(2)
Melly C.

THOSE DONUTS THO. Tasty donuts and unlike donuts I have had before... and I've had many a donut. The pistachio lemon was om nom nom delicious. So I ordered two donuts and a coffee. Meant to save a donut for home, lulz. That never happened. Wish there was more seating in the space and those spinny stools are not comfy. I suggest get in, get a donut, get out and enjoy life with that amazing donut. Don't feel guilty. We've all been there~
(4)
Sarah D.

Deliciously gluttonous. We got the Boston Creme, the Nutella Banana, and the Nutella Peanut Butter. Amazingly, we were able to keep from snarfing them down in one sitting, and I'm happy to report they were just as good the second day as they were the first.
(4)
Teresa C.

This doughnut shop popped up right across from Glazed & Infused near the Damen Blue line stop not too long ago. If you're an early commuter, you will smell them baking these delicious doughnuts early in the morning, and there's just never enough time to stop by Stan's before work... I've tried their nutella pocket and cinnamon pretzel twist. The nutella pocket is soo soo good, and it's also the only reason I'm writing this review right now. This place might be the death of me.
(4)
Jesse F.

Delicious donuts that you can smell cooking from around the block. Say what? They have a donut that's filled with Nutella and bananas? Sold.
(4)
Penelope d.

Disappointed because it is usually good (that's why this was my fourth visit). I am not sure if it was because of the later time, around 7pm on a Friday, but the doughnuts were drier. Also, I was not pleased that I bought four doughnuts and the blueberry old fashioned they gave me was 2/3 of a doughnut. Still willing to give them another chance as I hope it was a fluke, but next time I will point to the doughnut I want so I am not short changed.
(2)
Stephanie C.

I'm definitely a Stan's fan. This location is right off the blue line in Wicker Park, and is a bit smaller than the location I had visited downtown. This time, my friend got the Nutella banana pocket and I got the apple fritter. Both were delicious and fresh, although I liked the apple fritter better. The store is clean, well-lit, and has a very cutesy, classic vibe. There is limited seating available where you can enjoy your coffee (Intelligentsia!) and donuts.
(5)
Maronda H.

Stop in on my way to work. Nice lil coffee shop with many flavors of donuts to choose. I ordered a blueberry glazed donut and a regular house blend coffee. Not bad for a morning start. The prices are a little expensive but hey you only live once. It's always good to step out of the box and try new things. No matter wht the price. Neither less to say. I enjoyed the taste of my blueberry glazed donuts. Very yummy and tasty See you soon. Can't wait to taste the bacon donut.
(3)
Liz H.

From reading the other reviews I obviously need to stop going there on Saturday evenings and instead go in the morning. The selection was dismal the two times I went. I ordered the banana biscoff twice but the pastry only had banana in it once. And the one that actually had banana had maybe three slices of banana. My boyfriend commented that theses pockets aren't mass produced. Yes, but there should be quality control.
(3)
Glenda C.

Ok yum!!!! I didn't think I was a donut fan ...and then I met Stan's Donuts. Hello! I could eat the peanut butter banana filled and chocolate covered donut every day! Thank God I don't live too close to the place. Second favorite was the chocolate covered donut with custard filling and captain crunch cereal on top! Too many flavors to discuss, but for realz.....I'd be a huge woman if this place were close by.
(5)
Morgan G.

Yayayaya vegan donuts! I've been craving old school donuts since I've changed my eating habits and Stan's felt like I was cheating in the best of ways. I had the Capn' Crunch donut because I felt like it was a special occasion but I pretty much assured that filled donuts aren't really my thing. Next time I go back I'll get something more traditional, but that's just me
(4)
Erica L.

Hubby and I grabbed a quick donut dessert Friday night after having dinner down the street. It was around 830pm, and the second we walked in one of the employees said, "Hurry guys, you're just in time before we sold out!". Looking at the glass display, they were only sold out of one flavor while the other trays were still full. There wasn't even a line to order. And it was still 30 minutes before closing. The store itself is nicely decorated. I really love the wall of colorful KitchenAid stand mixers on the back. The store has limited room for sitting and caters to the on-the-go commuters for the Damen 50 bus and Damen Blue Line CTA stop. We ended up taking a chocolate old fashioned and toffee old fashioned to go. The packaging was cute, a box that fit both donuts standing vertically next to each other. The donuts themselves weren't anything special, and a little on the dry side. Of the two, the toffee won out. Glazed and Infused across the street is better. I'm still not sure what the guy was making all that unnecessary hype about.
(3)
Nick P.

Unreal!!! The donuts here are so fresh and tasty that nothing compares. The quality is top notch. Their fritters are the best around. While I don't love the location I've made the trip several times to enjoy the coffee and donuts. I'd go with any sprinkled donut, the fritter (daily flavor), and a cup if coffee. You won't be disappointed. Price is comparable to most unique donut shops.
(5)
Rebecca S.

Good donuts, friendly service, but expensive as all Hell. $14 for half a dozen? Dang. My aunt raved about this place so we decided to buy a few. I tried the Pistachio Glazed and her Traditional Glazed--the Traditional is better! The donuts themselves are really well made, although they remind me of an upscale Dunkin'. Maybe my palette isn't sophisticated enough, but I would only come here if I really wanted to treat myself. The location itself is perfect and the atmosphere is very cute. If I wasn't sure that I would eat a whole dozen by myself, I would definitely study there.
(3)
Shane E.

Glazed and Infused...we have to end things. It's not you, it's Stan's. Stan's donut display is one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. It's a sweet tooth's paradise, and it makes me happy just thinking about it. Here are a few highlights: 1. Wide variety of donut selection - including old fashioned, glazed, fritters, biscoffs, pockets, and these incredible pretzel shaped contraptions. 2. Gelato. 3. High quality coffee. Negatives: 1. Diabetes.
(5)
Erin M.

Best. Donuts. Ever. Need I say more? I cannot wait until they open the one in Lincoln Park!!
(5)
Brian M.

Stan's had me at pretzel donut. I am a pretzel fanatic and they had a pretzel twist donut! It was love at first sight, I literally could not tell what other flavors they had (I lie they did have this amazing looking Nutella donut). Strong bold flavored coffee (Intelligentsia) with one of the best donuts that I have had. Loved the decor and its a spacious spot for being right under the L. Next time you are getting of the blue line in Wicker or just in the area, come here and try the pretzel donut!
(5)
Shannon K.

Welcome to Chicago Stanley! I see you brought some tasty doughnuts from L.A. Yum. It's not like Chicago was hurting for craft doughnuts, but I don't mind when one that is this good gets added to the sugar bliss mix. I've been a couple times now to sample the doughnuts and they are solid. The blueberry infused something is quite delicious. It's not really infused with blueberries, but rather there are fresh blueberries gently resting on top of a yeast doughnut that is in fact infused with some sort of cheesecakey type goodness. It's really good. The coconut cake one is simple, yet exceptional too. They put real, fresh coconut on it, not that dry flaky stuff. I'm not crazy about their lemon or orange old fashioneds - I was expecting the glaze to hold the lemon or orange flavor, but instead it's the actual doughnut that is lemon or orange flavored, then it is glazed with various things like pistachio, vanilla or chocolate. They are a miss for me. They finally started writing the names of the doughnuts on the front of the case. Thank you, that is most helpful. They don't seem to always offer everything that's on their menu board and that adds to the confusion. The place is cute. It's convenient to the blue line and several bus stops.
(4)
Sheila K.

I've passed by Stan's Donuts on the 50 quite a few times. In fact, that's how I discovered Stan's. Along with donuts and coffee, they also have gelato. The decor here is super cute and is best describe as shabby chic. They have a wall of KitchenAids. WOW! I like the green and pink color combo they have throughout the shop. The donuts here are pricer than your average donut shop, but in line along with the high end donut places. They also have longer hours so you can get your donuts in the evening compared to Doughnut Vault or Do-Rite. I tried one of their speciality donuts which will run you $2.50. The Pistachio Glazed was just okay. The dough tasted gummy and had a lot of air bubbles. It lacked texture, chew and bite. The glaze was also a bite sweet. My husband got the Blueberry Fritter. It was pretty good. You can taste the blueberry and it was not over glazed or greasy/oily. In the future, I would like to try the Glazed Pretzel Twist because I like pretzels and the donut pretzel combo intrigues me. I am expecting it to taste like a donut in the shape of a pretzel.
(3)
Crystal L.

Okay. I'm not a fan of donuts, but my friend kept telling me this place was MUCH better than Glazed and Infused - which is ironically across the street from Stan's, so I had to give it a try. It was....good. Again, I'm not a fan of donuts. We got the Boston Cream, Nutella stuffed, and Bacon Nutella (I think that's what it was). I could have done without the bacon one. There were huge chunks of bacon in the donut......past donuts with bacon that I've eaten had small specks of bacon, which I personally like better because I'm not a huge fan of salt and sugar mixing. But if you love bacon, and if you love sugar, this is the one to pick. However, I fell in love with the Nutella stuffed donut and the Boston Cream. They're not too sweet, very subtle, and supppperrrrr SOFT!!!! Even after 5-6 hours of sitting out in our hotel room. I haven't tried Glazed and Infused yet but I probably will. Chances are however that that may be my first and last time because Stan's quality and subtle details create perfect combinations of classic and modern donut art. It's a cute place and located in a nice area of Wicker. Not much seating but I mean, I'd recommend walking around Wicker Park while eating your donut to ease the fat and sugar guilt a little while you're at it.
(4)
Diana K.

This place is so fun to go to with friends and family! They have great gourmet donuts! I had the pistachio donut. It was a little to sweet for me but I was able to get a take home bag and eat it in moderation. Great place to take visitors as well. I wish they had cronuts!
(4)
Aditi G.

I had one doughnut here and I hit my sweets quota for the next 6 months! This place is absolutely amazing! My friend and I went for a late lunch across the street at Big Star and saw the sign for Stan's. We decided to head over for something sweet after an already huge meal since we couldn't resist. I got the nutella banana filled doughnut and an old fashioned chocolate doughnut and both were insanely delicious. My friend got a classic old fashioned and a pistachio and she was obsessed. I will be back soon!
(5)
Susan M.

The choc glazed was the best doughnut I have ever eaten. It was super wet and glazy, the dough was light and fluffy but still had body and was super filling. The choc glaze tasted like good quality chocolate. I had a doughnut and a med coffee and it was perfect. Friendly servers, good space, seating avail. About 5 bucks. Side note: I gave the cashier a 50 dollar bill. I got my change, threw it in my bag's side pocket and walked off to my appt down the street. About 45 minutes later when I was paying for my service, I noticed I only had 25 dollars and some change. I thought long and hard, calculated all sorts of ways in my head, and decided to go back to see if Stan's register was over. They were super courteous and the mgr stepped in and offered to count the drawer right there and then, and get it taken care of. It was busy morning rush still, I offered to leave my number and have them call me as I would be in the area for a little while. They took my number, called me about 15 minutes later to let me know their drawer was indeed 20.00 over and I went to pick up my money. Nice people. Thanks Stan's! I'll be back for sure!
(5)
Melissah L.

Stan's. Is. Life. It's SO hard to get off the Damen stop and not stop in Stan's every time. This place smells like donut heaven and has the most amazing donuts I've ever had. My two favorites are the banana biscoff and the lemon pistachio cruller, but honestly I don't really think you can go wrong here. I don't even typically like yeast donuts, but these are made with a special recipe and are extra chewy and amazing.
(5)
MARIA O.

Peanut butter stuffed donuts with chocolate icing and crispy balls on top? Come again? Yes! I didn't even have a clue about what I was getting myself into when we decided to come here. I originally came here to try the pistachio donut but that didn't even leave an impression on me like the peanut butter one did. The nutella and banana donut was also good and so was the long john topped with bacon. Droool.... They have a very creative menu. The donuts are all a little rich so make sure you have some milk to wash them down with. They're also a bit pricey, I think we paid like $26 or $28 for a dozen. But for an occasional treat, I don't think it's too bad. Definitely worth the trip. Glazed and Infused is across the street but they are no competition to this place.
(4)
Marilynn P.

Ordered a half-dozen donuts and loved almost all of them! My least favorite was the dreamsicle. My favorites were the cookie butter ones (with and without banana) and the cinnamon pretzel one. YUM!
(4)
Alexandria T.

Stan's is some serious competition for Glazed and Infused across the street. My boyfriend and I popped in for a donut a few weeks ago. As soon as the I saw the peanut butter banana pocket, I knew I'd love it! I'm not really a huge fan of donuts, but I really loved this one! The peanut butter and banana melted together, and the flavor was out of this world! What a great little shop!
(5)
Mark H.

Leave your diet at the door and your wallet otherwise you can walk out a penniless, extra round smiley face from this donut shop. This Los Angeles Creation has expanded next to one of the busier blue line stops in Chicago. Their fanciful designed boxes is very noticeable and chic. After almost a year of their opening, I decided to check it out for myself. Cool designs. Nice throw back interior colors reminded me of a cool era when independents competed well with large corps. I bought a box of glazed and mixed assortments for $ 30 bucks?! For donuts?! Donuts!!! Support your locals I guess. Even more your taste buds. I see the buzz. Glad to see this new addition in WP but for me I won't break the bank but will make a small dent for this place.
(4)
Ammir G.

The donuts here were awesome! All of their donuts are unique and mash different ingredients that you wouldn't expect to go together. I had the captain crunch donut and one of their turnovers. They were both awesome, the coffee here is pretty standard. Service is pretty good and it is always fairly busy, make sure you stop by if you are not from the area!
(4)
Bailey Q.

This place is really good. Donuts always taste fresh. Service is fast. Been here a couple times and have yet to be disappointed. My favorite donut is the captain crunch. The coffee is ok. Depends who is making it though. One time it was really good. The next tine it was really bitter. There is a donut place across the street. But dont bother going there. The donuts are dry and stale. I bought a donut at Stan's and saved it for the next day. To my surprise it was still moist and not dry at all.
(4)
Jenny Y.

I've eyed Stan's every time I pass by the North/Damen/Milwaukee intersection so I was so glad to try it this past weekend. We went after an early dinner before 6 pm, and fresh donuts were still coming out! There was a good crowd, but we managed to grab seats for a quick bite. The lemon pistachio old fashioned was one-of-a-kind, a very refreshing flavor. Although firm to the touch, the donut is soft and crumbly on the inside. The regular glazed donut was really nice as well. At first, it reminded me of Krispy Kreme's original glazed, but I realize that Stan's version has a slightly more substantial feel to it. The difference is subtle, so personally I would go for more interesting flavors. At the premium prices, Stan's is an occasional treat rather than a regular destination, but these are superior donuts.
(4)
Anthony N.

Captain Crunch. Crushed into a white creamy vanilla sauce. Shoved into a glazed donut. Topped with Captain Crunch. Sound familiar? Why yes, very similar to the crazy donut craze that's sweeping the country. For kids, this may be the best thing to happen since Nesquik or Hot Pockets. For those who actually care about donuts, "meh" might be more or less the general reaction. Especially when they're simply mixing different types of sugar. Some of the combinations sound good on the paper, but execution seems a bit lacking. While shop design and aesthetics may win it several nods, the donuts just aren't there.
(2)
Amanda D.

Because bacon and maple bars are an actual thing here. Stan's is why the baby Jesus created cheat day. I've also inhaled the chocolate square with peanut butter. I'm not kidding when I say inhaled. Hoovered, actually.
(5)
Brooke A.

Donuts are the new cupcakes, which were the new donuts (RIP Krispy Kreme 1937-2005). Everyone has a $3.00 donuts that is OMG THE BEST EVAR! What the other joints in town don't have is ambiance and good coffee. Stan's brings both in a strong way. The line moves quick and worth a 15 minute wait. No pretension or surreyness from the staff, which is an unexpected treat. I imagine every donut on the menu is good. Beware: you can probably only eat one, maybe one and a half before you get diabetes and start bouncing off the walls.
(5)
Aaron A.

Donuts are very good. I would say they are neck-and-neck with Glazed and Infused. I deducted one star because I ordered nutella pocket and there was none in the dozen I ordered and the guy doing my order has an attitude. Just a little advice. Be there early or your selection will be smaller.
(4)
Cornelis T.

So you get off the plane, get on the blue line and check in at your air bnb place in humboldt for the weekend ready to rock out in chicago for riot-fest? What's the first thing you do after that? We took the bus to wicker park for a bite and although it was allready 4 in the afternoon, it's never too late for donuts. One of the fondest food memories of our first chicago trip was our maple bacon donut from do-rite in the loop but man, stan's doesn't need to go fancy to get an even better reaction! These donuts rocked our socks off and was a perfect boost for our jetlag! It's even as bad that i'm craving stan's since the moment we left chicago, these are really that great!
(5)
Nicole H.

They have some really good doughnuts and they serve Intelligentsia coffee. Win ! My faves are Lemon curd, citrus glazed-omg, blueberry cheese danish and the regular glazed old fashioned. Good stuff
(4)
Mare C.

5/5 -- glazed donut's 3/5 -- coffee Skip Glazed & Infused (across the street), even though I like the name the donuts are pricey and so-so. So a big no-no for so-so! On the other hand, STAN'S doesn't have a catchy name, but offers freshly made donuts. Ask for the ones right out of the oven, if you like fresh, warm and crunchy. Mine was a glazed buttermilk old fashion. Coffee though was a little too bitter for my taste, it wasn't smooth like a higher quality one would be. Although Stan's is essentially a donut place, not a coffee shop, I'm rating it four stars.
(5)
Eric F.

There a few times when you find a donut spot worthy of your praise. I always base judgement on how well they execute your basic glazed donut. You had to know they knocked my socks off! The glaze was amazing, not too sweet and melt in your mouth soft. I also had the Caramel Bacon Donut which was pretty good but the glaze was best. They also have a wide selection of beverages. We had the cream soda. I will be back like Arnold!
(5)
Jessica M.

Stan's the MAN! But seriously, it is amazing!! I love this place. Good quality doughnuts in various flavors and sizes. I love love love the chocolate glazed peanut butter banana stuffed doughnuts! I also created a super cute "cake" tower of the nuts for a birthday party! Everyone loves them- Yum!
(5)
Cynthia H.

I lived in Wicker Park when Stan's first opened, which was in March 2014. Needless to say, I frequented Stan's more than I care to admit and even put on a couple of pounds. I actually didn't mind because at the time Stan's donuts were spot on to the taste and quality of a quintessential California donut, which is where I'm from and Stan's too. I've lived on the East Coast, in the South, and now in the Midwest and I can honestly say California is donut capital. Outside of California, most people have only come into contact with Dunkin Donuts, but take a trip to Randy's Donuts near LAX or pretty much any mom and pop donut shop in SoCal or NorCal (Oakland/SF) and you'll see what a real donut tastes like. I've digressed. In March 2014, I was thrilled that a piece of home came to Chicago. I would've given Stan's Donuts five stars at that time, but much to my chagrin, the quality of the donuts have gone downhill, approximately six months after they opened. Before you could pull a cinnamon roll apart or unravel it which is how it is supposed to be. Now, they bake it more like a uni-roll. As a result, one completely misses the taste of cinnamon. It reminds me of a highly browned glazed donut with no distinctiveness at all. They also have a tendency to overcook or undercook the donuts leaving them dry and/or sometimes leaving a residue of grease in one's mouth after a bite. Overall, they've just gotten sloppy with donut making. The icing is way to sugary with no flavor. I still drop by from time to time just to see if maybe they've changed, but I continue to leave disappointed and frequent less.
(1)
Yanja B.

I am a donut feen- I will try all the donuts of the world...starting with Stan's. One late night after dinner my BF and I went on the hunt for donuts. Stan's donut sign lit up the whole street with the bright pink and like 50s inspired bulb lighting. We got in at about 10, so right when it was closing it was full of people! It was a bit uncomfortable waiting at the end of the line because everytime the door opened you were sure to have a head on collision with the entrance door-poor layout design. Anyways onto the good stuff...donuts! My bf got a mint gelato and a peanut butter pocket donut. Mint chocolate was alright no more or no less than a regular gelato. The peanut butter pocket was kinda gross to be honest. It tasted like a peanut butter sandwich trying too hard and failing miserably. I got the boston creme donut....omg so amazing! I loved it my bf had some of mine too and he agrees it was amazing. The creme in the middle was milky and had such a nice vanilla hint to the creme..agh I need more in my belly. Oh yeah, since it was right about closing time, if you followed or liked any of their social media outlets you got half off your order!! Will I be back? Eh, maybe only if its convenient. But i rather try glazed and infused across the street.
(3)
Jannis W.

Cute, creative, decadent, off-the-wall donuts! Quite frankly, it's a little too rich for my taste buds and a smidge pricey. I want to say we paid more than $10 for 2 small plain coffees and 2 donuts.
(3)
Nicole S.

I've had the Stan's donuts out in Westwood. These were just as good if not better. Delicious.
(5)
Seher D.

Glazed and Infused? Or Stan's Donuts & Coffee? Do I cross the street (literally) to the dark side? Or stay with the deliciously familiar? I did it. I crossed the street and entered the inviting and sweet-scented Stan's Donuts & Coffee. After hearing much hooplah regarding the new donut shop in Wicker Park that traveled from warm LA to warm our stomachs in Chicago, I decided it was about time to try it. These donuts are amazing. Stan's Donuts are light, fluffy, and oh, so filling. They have so much variety from traditional glazed donuts to their signature "pocket" donuts, that are filled with goodies such as nutella and banana, biscoff cream, blueberry, or whatever else fits your fancy. The nutella and banana pocket and the biscoff cream pocket are my favorites. My friend had ordered a cinnamon twist and it was so big and tasty. They also brew Intelligentsia coffee, which I can't deny. There are plenty of seats in-house the and the shop itself is adorable. So come on in, cross over to the dark side, and enter donut heaven.
(4)
Selina C.

So many pretty and colorful donuts. Oh em geeee. A small, cute yet modernly decorated donut shop right by the blue line in Wicker Parker. I walked into the shop and my mind was immediately in sensory overload by the variety of donuts. That front case of donuts is a beautiful work of art. The front case is labeled with all different donut flavors but there's a screen hanging behind the counter with all the flavors as well. Service is quick which I greatly appreciate but then again they must get good practice with all the foot traffic coming through their shop. There's only a few seats by the front window and one table that fits about 8 to 10 so may the odds be ever in your favor if you thought you would walk in and take a seat to enjoy youe donut and coffee/tea. My friends and I got the following flavors- old fashioned, lemon pistachio, nutella banana pocket, coconut creme, chocolate peanut butter and blueberry fritter. All of the donuts were pretty darn sweet but hey my sweet tooth won't complain. My favorites were the lemon pistachio and blueberry fritter. The lemon pistachio flavor was different from the more traditional flavored donuts that I've had and I loved all the blueberry bits in the fritter.
(4)
Justin B.

It's been a year, I'm just ready to say it--Stan's makes the best donuts in Chicago. I buy donuts 2-3 times a week and my mind is made up. I would take them over G&I, Doughnut Vault, Firecakes, Old Fashioned Donuts, Dat Donut, Roeser's, West Town Bakery, and all the rest. I don't like that showing up really early (say, before 8 am) means that all of the donuts might not be available yet, but otherwise this is the spot!
(5)
Anthony B.

I came off the blue line in Wicker Park (one of my favorite Chicago hoods) and immediately saw this place and peaked in the window. The donuts looked amazing. After lunch I decided to take the plunge and try one. I should have tried all of them! I initially noticed the chocolate, chocolate chip peanut butter pocket but felt it would be too heavy. I opted for the old fashioned iced chocolate orange. It was so good. Not dry with the right amount of icing. I am only visiting from San Diego, but I definitely want to try more flavors. The old fashioned lemon pistachio also looked very interested, in addition to the twist pretzel donuts. Each donut ranges in price from $2.50- $3.50. I WILL BE BACK for sure.
(4)
Jordan P.

If you like donuts, stop reading now and go here immediately! O-M-G, this place is dounut heaven! Every donut I've had here has made me happier than I can even express. Glazed, cake, peanut butter - whatever your heart desires, Stan's does it to perfection. My personal favorite is a donut that's a hybrid between a blueberry danish and a donut. I could seriously eat those everyday. My second favorite are the plain glazed. They're done to perfection, so they don't even need a flavor. In more great news, the line moves quickly. I've been here at all hours of the day and have rarely had to wait more than a minute or two in line. The staff is also nice and doesn't rush you even when there's a long line. Bottom line - go here ASAP.
(5)
Peter D.

They may not be the best doughnuts in the city but they have great coffee, gelato, nice and diverse staff and pretty damn good doughnuts. I really like their toffee old fashioned doughnut and the pretzel! I'm sure I will be back many times.
(4)
Jennifer Q.

Brought these to work last Monday as a gift of sorts for my coworkers. They were a huge hit! Really good, quality donuts!!! Go early to avoid the lines -staff was cool and easy parking early on Damen right in front!!
(5)
Jen A.

I had been meaning to try Stan's for a very long time and when I finally did I was NOT disappointed! I pretty much had a life changing experience when I tried the Peanut Butter Banana Pocket. I mean it was perfection, all my favorite things inside another one of my favorite things. The Dulce De Leche Pocket was also amazing and even if it was a bit too sweet I couldn't stop eating it. I will be coming back forever.
(5)
Bethany K.

Came here to regroup after 1) trying to get a free bowl of noodles from Furious Spoon, then 2) realizing that not even magic noodles could compel me to stand in line when it is 5 degrees out. This place is austere, cheerful, and friendly replete with a phalanx of Kitchenaid mixers guarding the counter. The doughnuts are good, with plenty of unusual flavors. They are a little spendy but I think they're also a generous size. And I know I'm about to say something absurd but I find them a tad too sweet. Every time I think, "I should have just split one with my husband," And yet somehow I haven't learned. Maybe I'm just getting old.
(3)
Lisa T.

DONUTS!! We. Love. Donuts. My boyfriend loves donuts and I grew to love them too...and it's such a bad thing to love...it's deep fried and covered in sugar!! That said, the donuts were everything we hoped for! Fluffy, delicious, and delicious! I had a strawberry something that had some type of whipped cream on it (strawberry shortcake sandwich?), and ate every bite minus the two bites that I kindly spared so that my donut-loving boyfriend could enjoy the yumminess!
(5)
Alex J.

Stan's was exactly what my girlfriend and I were looking for after grabbing din-din around Wicker, but needed a sweet conclusion to the night. Pistachio old fashioned donut? Don't mind if I do. Iced coffee? I'll pour it over my head and shower in the stuff, it's that great. The decor and brand is well-though and well-planned; I'd spend hours here if I had hours to spend, but I'll settle for shoveling a donut in my face, mercilessly, for now.
(5)
Aimee M.

Thank goodness there's the park close by, so I can burn off the calories running after my son after we breakfasted on some of Stan's finest Donuts. I enjoyed the visit to Stan's and enjoyed the goodies I brought home to share. Service was super friendly and the digs are open and airy. It was steady busy that Sunday morning so crumbs on tables didn't get cleaned off in a timely manner so if you are a stickler for that kind of stuff, better take your goods to go. I got an assortment--Glazed, pistachio-lemon, blueberry old fashioned, orange cranberry old fashioned, the glazed pretzel and the Speculoos banana. They are all just so gorgeous to look at--they just look so perfect. My favorite is the glazed. Not because I'm boring, but sometimes the simpler the better. And if they can't master a glazed donut, they're not worth a visit. Soft, doughy, no funny after-taste like some chains. Not overly sweet and so perfect with my morning cup of joe. Second in line would have to be the Speculoos Banana. And I didn't try it until later in the evening and it was still really good and stayed fresh. Although I wished the filling was spread more throughout the donut instead of smack in the middle. But the combo of Speculos (cookie butter!) and banana with the soft pastry-like dough was just perfection. I didn't like the pistachio-lemon as much as I'd hoped. It was just sugary first then came the lemon/pistacio flavor. I didn't get to try the other two as they got stolen right from my dining room table with nary a piece left for me to try. I kind of liked sitting in the window seat watching the folks walking in and out of Glazed and Infused across the street. Chicago's big enough for all the donut love.
(4)
Jen K.

Whoa. Old Fashioned heaven!!! After a not so filling dinner, I stopped by to have a big dessert. I really appreciate that this place is open so late for a donut shop. Every other place closes before dinner so you can't go for dessert. When I walked in I was slapped in the face by a great smell and display case. There was options for ice cream, as well, which was tempting. But I was there on a mission, so I'll have to try the ice cream out another time. I ended up choosing an old fashioned because that's the donut that will tell you all you need to know about this place. I got the glazed. The first bite was bliss, the second was even better. I am so glad I don't live near here or I would gain an extra 20lbs in a week. Can't wait to go back and try some others.
(5)
Davin L.

Am I the only one who's not completely in love with this place? I had an apple fritter and a glazed donut, and they were both great, but I mean it's not like I saw Jesus and Buddha high-fiving each other afterwards. Maybe I need to come back and try some other selections, but as it stands, Firecakes is my number one choice for gourmet donuts in the city, with Stan's and G&I duking it out for second. Maybe it's the fact that Firecakes has the ice cream donut sandwich?
(3)
Norm J.

I stumbled upon this place after leaving brunch and I'm so glad I did. While it's definitely tight quarters in there with the door right where the line forms; the donuts are worth dealing with the lack of space. I had the Nutella banana pocket and WOW MAMA WOW it was deeeeelicious! Also, the staff was super friendly and took the time to explain each donut to me. I'll be going back for sure!
(4)
Chelsea B.

These donuts will not disappoint! Chicago is a city of amazing gourmet donuts and nothing fills me up more and satisfies my intense sweet tooth like the Nutella Pocket or a simple chocolate glazed. Sure it's expensive... but it's totally worth it on the occasion and i'd rather spend my $$ on Stans than Glazed and Infused across the street.
(5)
Ashley B.

I'm boring, I really like plain glazed donuts. Stan happens to have DELICIOUS plain glazed donuts. Already four stars there. But not only that... They have banana nutella donuts! And they have a ton of other flavors and so far every one that I've tried has been delicious. I haven't tried the coffee there but honestly, who cares about coffee when the donuts are this excellent. Plus, there's a Starbucks, Caribou, and La Colombe within yards of this place. All in all, I am both loving and hating that this place is so dangerously close to my house. But if it's not close to you, luckily it's right off the blue line. So, yeah, go there now. Sorry Glazed, you might have lost your top spot.
(5)
Jessica B.

It's so wrong but feels sooooo right. The first time I bit into the biscoff banana pocket I literally stepped back, made googly eyes and said "whoa"- they are that good. When you drive 7 miles out of your way to buy donuts and then you get mad that people want to try them because that means less for you, there is something incredibly sad about that and you have yourself a Stan's donuts addiction. awesome donut concoctions, gluten free and vegan options, semi pricey depending on what you're getting, but totally worth it. go and indulge your senses.
(5)
Jane S.

If you love donuts, this is your place. Great unique selection of donutty goodness. Went back twice in one trip. Very busy, but very efficient staff keeps things moving.
(5)
Patrick W.

I want to live in Stan's. I want to cuddle with the mixers on the wall. I want to install a shower in the men's and women's bathroom(then I can have overnight guests). I always get a glazed, which is basically like a pillow of dough with a perfect glaze. The dough has a good amount of salt, too. That makes it really balanced. Buttermilk bar is nice. The edges are crisp and the inside is soft and tender. Glaze is just right. I had a friend from San Fransisco come into town. She told me Glazed and Infused was her favorite. So, I took her to Stan's then we went across the street to G&I. No competition. I want my room to be decorated with their boxes. If I lived there, it would be.
(5)
Gracie B.

If you are looking to satisfy a sweet tooth, then look no further! Stan's Donuts are tasty and unique in their combinations. My favorite so far has been the Nutella Pocket donut, which is truly an enjoyable experience. The donuts may be pricey for some, but I believe the donuts are worth the price. If you are driving to this location it is difficult to find parking so plan to drive around for 10 minutes or so. Overall, the donuts are tasty, the staff is friendly and present to enjoy their job, and the place is always packed which is a good sign. I highly recommend you visit this place at least once for the experience.
(4)
Kara E.

Stopped here a few weeks ago with my friends to try it out. Super cute shop, very clean and the display looked amazing. I like my donuts basic so I got the chocolate glazed yeast donut (my friends all got the banana nutella pockets). Eating my donut was heaven. It was so perfectly soft/chewy and the chocolate glaze was amazing. My friends loved theirs. We'll be back.
(5)
Marie G.

Buttermilk was 6 star worthy!!! The glazed pretzel was gross. I was sad I at that one. Cute spot to duck into.
(4)
Joyce C.

Really clean and big inside, there were hooks on the tables (so convenient), and outlets so you can quickly recharge your phone! We got the lemon pistachio donut and it was incredible. Clearly it was fried a lot because the donut was so firm and not fluffy at all but it was amazing. Great location because there are so many other restaurants and stores nearby!
(5)
Carmen A.

First time here. The donut were good. We tried the bacon maple, chocolate peanut butter banana donut, blueberry fritter, and a coconut donut, It was pretty pricey too. Just had to try it.
(3)
R.A. H.

I am a fan of cake doughnuts and Stan's always has a nice variety. Great texture and flavor. I always stop by when I pass by for one or two to share with my family.
(5)
Lati T.

It's so bad for me...but sooooo good! I love their glazed round donut...perfect texture...like a donut should be! And the store is so cute!
(5)
Anne W.

The donuts here are solid. While they are not my favorite gourmet donut shop in the city they are definitely very tasty. I got their Cap'n Crunch Bismark one morning along with a mocha. The donut was delightfully fluffy and yeasty just the way that I like it. I do think that they over did on the glaze a bit but it was still very tasty. The mocha was just all right. They do use Intelligentsia coffee though, which I love. I've also gotten their pistachio lemon old fashioned, Biscoff pocket, and glazed pretzel twist. Like I said before, everything here is is solid. It just doesn't wow me. Also, I do think that their specialty donuts (aka everything that I've listed here) are overpriced. They are more expensive than Doughnut Vault and much much smaller. That said, they do have the most convenient hours!
(4)
KM V.

I would recommend pistacchio donut! Although they are a little bit pricey, but if you're only going there just to try it, then might as well get pistacchio. I've tried other flavors too, but that's the only one that made me love this place!
(4)
Patrick D.

Place is cool. Right next to Damen Blue Line so it's convenient, and the donuts and service are great! I got a blueberry and apple fritter and a Boston creme. They all looked so good, but are perhaps a bit expensive for what they are, I mean one donut for $2.50? I know they're made in house, but I don't know that I'd come back based purely on price. Can't really rate anything else besides the donut I had.
(3)
Steve I.

Best donut I've had in my life was the Nutella banana donut here. At first I thought this was a generic donut franchise but I think it's family owned.
(5)
Heather L.

I always preferred a glazed Krispy Kreme to an old-fashioned cake donut. But Stan's old-fashioned is such a moist, composed masterpiece that I can't help but write another review on a donut. In my humblest donut-connoisseur experience, this place is slightly better than Glazed & Infused and Firecakes.
(4)
Amanda K.

After a wonderful brunch at Trencherman (just around the corner), my friend mentioned a new donut shop nearby...so of course I requested a pit stop to give Stan's a try! There was a line of maybe 20 people, but it moved along very fast. Once I was to the front of the line I sampled a lemon-pistachio donut that was on the counter. It was tasty, but I ended up sticking with my classic favorite and ordered a vanilla old fashioned. Something about that sour-cream moist donut gets me every time and Stan's rendition was delicious! The donut set me back $2.50 and was worth every penny. In addition to my donut, I taste-tested the biscoff banana creation my friend ordered. It was also delicious, but much more rich than my old fashioned so I was happy with my decision. Seeing that Stan's is directly across from a Glazed & Confused location, the donut competition is fierce here...but I see Stan's putting them out of business within a year!
(5)
Dave W.

There are a few great things about Stan's donuts. First are the donuts, like the nutella banana and peanut butter banana pockets, are diabetes inducing. Second, it's right down the road from Jeni's ice cream. So after a donut, you can get a cone of black cat espresso ice cream. Third, they're across the street from Glazed & Infused, so you don't have to feel embarrassed when you buy a half dozen of Stan's in the morning, then go to Glazed in the afternoon...
(5)
Emily L.

Awesome nutella and banana donut!!! Pretty sure it cancelled out my 4 mile run but it was worth it!
(5)
Michael S.

This place has a huge selection of donuts displayed in the glass counter right as you walk into the shop. The staff is friendly and offers up suggestions as to which donut to pick. I ended up choosing the cookie butter filled donut. Then came was fantastic and the cookie butter filling had wonderful consistency and flavor. The donut also had a glaze and cookie butter drizzle on top. I also tried the chocolate peanut butter donut. Again the cake portion was perfect and the filling spot on. The chocolate coating wasn't too sweet and had an intense chocolate flavor. The prices are similar to other such donut shops in the city. Even if you have been to some of those other places you should still stop in to give it a try. It is different enough and has plenty of rotating flavors to make it a worthwhile experience.
(5)
Jenna S.

The captain crunch doughnut is delicious and the location is great right off the damen blue line stop has something for everyone
(5)
Dave G.

Stan's Donuts are some of the best donuts I've had in the city. If you like donuts you should go. Some context: 1. There's typically a line out the door in the mornings. The donuts are worth the wait. 2. Stan's does great versions of classic donuts, and that's about half the case. Their Apple Fritters are better than many I've ever had. 3. They have rotating seasonal donuts and signature donuts. The Dream Bar is one of my favorites. 4. They have filled yellow cream and white cream donuts every day of the week. Any shop that doesn't have both cream types is lying about being a donut shop. Go to Stan's.
(5)
Brooke R.

I visited Stan's for the first time today. The place is quite small but the location is close to the hospital so it's a nice breakfast stop on the way to work. They have a variety of donuts and the serve coffee and tea as well. I had a maple caramel bacon donut and a creamsicle donut. Both were delicious. Service was prompt and friendly.
(5)
Anne M.

Another donut shop joins the Chicago ranks. [ When will this donut phase end? Will it just continue to balloon until donuts fill the streets? ] Don't get me wrong, I love a good donut. (I loved a good four donuts from Stan's over the weekend...) Stan has a nice shop with a great location by the Damen blue line with decent seating room - but in terms of the donuts themselves, I didn't find anything particularly different or superior from most of the other high-caliber, ever-increasing donut eateries sprinkled around the city. We tried 2 blueberry rolls, 1 apple fritter, 1 citrus old fashioned - all yummy, but all super glazey-sweet. I enjoy indulging in fancy treats like these every so often, but as we were at the check out, I couldn't help feeling a tad foolish for dropping $13+ on a small sack of 'nuts. Just the weekend prior at a little mom & pop restaurant out of town, I paid $1 per large donut, and I can't say they tasted a whole lot different than these.
(4)
T B.

Let me start by saying, I don't eat sweets, so this review is not in my words. I know it's hard to believe that I don't ! That being said I got three donuts for my husband who loves sweets. I got a glazed. A chocolate glazed and the apple fritter. He said the glazed was good, but the chocolate glazed he thought was going to be a chocolate donut, but it's just a glazed donut with a ton of chocolate icing on top! He said it was like they took a glazed donut and dumped even more sugar on it! He loves sweets and he said they are way too sweet. The apple fritter was so dense and super sweet as well. He said it was really bad and he didn't even finish it. We could of used it for a door stop though cause it weighed about 5 pounds! So, he said he would not go back and doesn't see why people are saying they are so great. My beef with it is we don't need another donut shop, we need somewhere to get breakfast sandwiches. There isn't much around WP to get one. Why doesn't someone open a place for that? Or Stan's could have something on their menu that wasn't covered in sugar! Then they would be satisfying the sweet and the savory, that would be smart. At least they could have bagels. They have them in their LA locations so why not in WP?
(2)
Kristina W.

Stan's might have the best donuts in Chicago. If you like peanut butter, the peanut butter pocket is a must-eat - the filling is not fake, sugary peanut butter flavor, but rather tastes like pure rich and natural peanut butter. If you like Do-Rite's donuts, you will love Stan's.
(5)
Michael B.

Glazed yeast had good flavor. Very light and airy. Not as memorable as Firecake's. Glazed cake needed more vanilla. Dough is not as sweet as others I've tasted. Maple long john was hurt by this. Icing didn't have the depth of flavor of Glazed and Infused version. In the "Great Hipster Doughnut War", they're in third place. Do-Rite is next. Not going to do the Doughnut Vault. Not into the whole "generate buzz by limiting access" routine.
(3)
Ashley H.

Delicious, reasonably priced, and a very wide range of doughnut types to choose from. I've enjoyed every doughnut I've tried there, especially the biscoff, coconut, and just the basic chocolate glazed. I recently tried the coffee and was disappointed--it took almost 15 minutes to get my americano and when it was ready, it was only lukewarm. Next time I'll leave the coffee to the numerous coffee shops in the immediate vicinity, but Stan's will be my go-to doughnut place!
(4)
Renee F.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Donut. Just get it! Workout later! It's a little pricey, but it's worth it! The donuts are FABULOUS!!!! The line moves very quickly, so don't be afraid when you see a long line!
(5)
Bernard P.

Pretty good, but not as good as the original Stan's out in California by UCLA. I'd definitely come back when I'm in the mood for something fattening and delicious to help ruin my liver and amp up my diabetes. Stick with anything chocolate or peanut butter and you won't go wrong!
(3)
Ceal P.

4 stars -- minus 1 star for poor staying power.. you need to eat your donut right there and then. if you keep it longer than a few hours, they will not taste as they do when you eat straight away. Otherwise, really love Stan's. A great location, great variety, classic flavors and some fun ones too but nothing over the top. i love yeast donuts and although they are not as tasty as doughnut vault, they are nearly as good :) great coffee, cute store front. glad you made it to the midwest!
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Sarah M.

Yum!!!!!!! Love this place!! Old fashioned doughnuts?? Yes please!!!! I tried 6 different types of doughnuts and would go back in a second!!!!! They melt in your mouth and are downright delicious!!!
(5)
Russ C.

Friends of mine had been raving about this place and now I see why! Stan's blows Glazed and Infused out of the water in every category. Nice to see a new face and some friendly competition. Super friendly staff and a great product. The only downfall - business is booming so get ready for the line!
(5)
Andrew B.

Great spot off the blue line - went in not knowing what to order and somewhat in shambles from the night before. The staff was great and walked me through the favorites - I ended up pulling the trigger on the Biscoff and could not be more pleased. Next time I'll come in before work for a dozen!
(5)
Theresa F.

Five stars for service, atmosphere and seating area! 4 stars for donuts. We came in on a Tuesday night and donuts were OK. I have high hopes for this joint though (despite being directly across the street from the infamous Glazed & Infused).
(5)
Sonia L.

Me likey! I got the chocolate glazed donut which was EXCELLENT! The service for the most part is friendly. Two bucks for a donut, but it was so good. The place is cute and modern. I recommend.
(4)
Jennifer V.

Pros: Good donuts, chocolate old fashioned was delicious and co-workers were raving about other varieties too. They have a great location next to the Damen blue stop and it only took me a minute to pick-up donuts so it was easy to stop before the train. You can smell their donuts 2 blocks away, which is an amazing sales strategy to say the least. Cons: $30 for a dozen donuts! I semi-expected as much from such a cute place, but it's pretty expensive if you're just bringing donuts to work.
(4)
g z.

Awesomesauce!!! It's about time we got a genuine donut shop without all of the fancy-pants variants, long lines and sold out options. Stan's is the best. I've probably had 8 different donuts there so far, and they have all been amazing. The coffee is great as well. Count me in as a regular. It really doesn't get any better than this.....
(5)
Alexis M.

I have been there a few times and order the cookie butter donut and the cookie gelato... AMAZING. Definitely going back for more.
(5)
AJ N.

Not a bad shop. Clean and well-lit. However, signs for the product would be super useful (there was a lot of pointing and puzzled looks on my end), as well as clearly labeled prices. Again, the donuts were good, but they're incredibly over-priced. I paid $8.50 for lunch (at a different place) and $9 on three donuts. And I get that inflation and artisan work is a thing right now, but seriously? $9 for three donuts? I guess if you have the disposable income, cool, but dude. I really don't.
(3)
Jill M.

stan's is delicious, fresh, convenient and has great customer service. plus you don't have to worry about them running out before you wake up in the morning. YUM!
(5)
Alex E.

5 Stars for the Donuts, incredibly good. Had an old fashioned and was not dissapointed! Only 3 Stars for the entryway/flow of the shop. When I walked in this morning the cash register is right next to the door where everyone comes in. This makes it confusing if there is a line or if you want to take a second to look at the menu. If they can change up this flow/design then it will be a lot easier to order. Being next to the Blue Line will mean large rushes so they need to figure out a way to accommodate a line larger than 5 people. Would definitely come back, I am more leaving this review in hopes that they can work out these kinks!
(4)
Banu S.

Amazing donuts! The best part is that they make plenty of everything, and keep making donuts throughout the day. I find the whole "we will sell until we run out so that there's a line at 6am" thing kind of pretentious. The best donut I've had here is the cheese pocket, it was so good I think about it every time I walk past. Four stars instead of five because he beverage selection is kind of limited, not many options.
(4)
Joshua B.

Seriously the best donuts I've ever had. I'm not normally a fan of sweets, but wanted a cup of coffee on my morning commute. I stopped in and couldn't take my eyes of the words Nutella and peanut butter on their listed offerings. I couldn't help it... And got both. These were way beyond anything I've had at glazed and infused. They were fluffy, fresh, not over the top sugary (bearing in mind they ARE donuts). Was the price a bit high? Yes. Was it worth it? Absolutely. I'm almost, ALMOST, upset this is so close to the blue line and my work because I already know this will be something I'll need to factor into my weekly budget.
(5)
Lyndsey G.

Stan's puts focus where it should be, on the actual doughnut. The texture and flavor was on point!
(5)
Michelle B.

Wow - these donuts are so delicious! I like that they have old fashioned choices mixed with some modern twists. The modern twists are done just right and not over the top - it was more about taste than shock value, if you know what I mean. For example, the lemon pistachio donut was just the right combination and it melted in my mouth. I guess that goes along with the decor concept- also old fashioned with some modern twists. Yes, the donuts are pricey but worth every penny!
(5)
Virl S.

Great place. A bit pricey and I expected that. Shouldn't eat these delicacies to much anyways. Their pretzel donuts are fantastic. I got the chocolate glazed one. Like a mixture of doughnut and pretzel with perfect, soft texture. I got one of my friends for her birthday the peanut butter banana pocket. She said it was fantastic and reminded her of the original Stan's in LA.
(4)
Faisal M.

Perfect pistachio glazed donut. Super friendly staff and uber clean store. Trendy takes a second place to quality here and you can taste it. Yes this is the same chain as Stans in LA. The hazelnut pistachio gelato is as good as it gets outside of Rome.
(5)
LeRoy S.

Excellent donuts and great intellegentsia coffee!
(5)
Jack F.

This is definitely the best donut place in the area. Glazed and Infused across the street is usually closed or sold out, so Stan's does the trick. Good donuts; really cool interior space. Would definitely go here instead of Glazed and Infused after trying it.
(4)
M H.

I have a soft spot for anything that brings me back to my alma mater UCLA, so I was really happy to see that Stan's from Westwood opened another location in Chicago. This location is a lot nicer than the one in Westwood. The staff was very friendly and indulged me as I reminisced about college for a bit. They have some of the same ones I remember from college but I got a new one, the captain crunch donut. It's filled with a yeasty captain crunch filling that took some time to get used to but it was really good. Definitely have to come back again.
(4)
Vienan h.

Stale donuts!!! We feel robbed. Should have gone to Glazed and Confused Donuts across the street. On 5/10, we bought 4 Old Fashioned: 2 pistachios, 1 vanilla orange, 1 chocolate - 3 were dry and stale. They tasted like leftovers from 2+ days ago. For the price they charged, I expected at least fresh. Will continue to warn everyone we know to stay away.
(1)
Christina K.

Sugar cookie gelato was so good!! I would go back just for this. Its the type of "sugar cookie" found in Julius Meinl. Its the biscuit cookies. yummy yummy crunch crunch. had the chocolate gelato too but sugar cookie is better. also got the Cafe au lait sweetened w/ vanilla was the barista's suggestion for me and boy did i love. simple but good coffee makes all the difference. but next time, no vanilla for me i think it'll be good on its own without any flavoring. Four stars cuz its pricey. $4.95 for gelato was a bit much for me. Coffee on the other hand was a reasonable $2 something.
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Jann T.

Lived in LA 30 years ago and loved Stan's then so I was thrilled to see them in Chicago.Much nicer space for the donuts I remember so well from college. In the landscape of "artisanal " donuts, Stan's are simply the best. Way better than Glazed and Infused and Firecakes. You know a donut is good if it's still good the second day. In all fairness, I only like the simple ones,I.e., glazed, apple fritters or anything without a filling, but if you keep it simple, they're the best!
(5)
Visual Z.

Wow. I went the other day hoping to buy a couple doughnuts but as I walked in they told me they were closed. Before I could express how ridculous me actually walking into the building and yet they were "closed" felt to me, a lady who I only assume was a supervisor or manager told the guy at the counter to give me whatever doughnut I wanted on the house. Wow. That alone was awesome and what was even more awesome was the Pistachio/Lime glazed doughnut that I picked out. It was delicious. Awesome doughnuts. Awesome first experience. I went back just yesterday on Valentine's day for some doughnuts for my family. Service was great , even though they were very busy. Picked out some doughnuts that were delicious including a blueberry fritter ! A peanut butter, banana with chocalate glazed "pocket" and a couple heart shaped cherry filled chocolate doughnuts for my daughters. The one thing that I didn't like was the price. $15 and some change for 6 doughnuts? Yikes! Great taste. Great service. Way too pricey.
(3)
Conchata H.

Train derailments and service interruptions on the Blue Line brought me here. I walk past this donut shop all the time but never went in. Today I was like I'm trying this place out. It has the look of a diner maybe set in the 50's with like 5-6 people bustling about in the tightest space. I was asked what I would like but, being a first timer, I didn't know. Instead of suggestions, she moved on to the next person. No suggestions???????? How about what's your fave????? I ordered a vanilla old fashioned and a bottled water. Total: $4.69. The donut was truly one of the best I've tasted but the stickler is this place is pricey so if I'm in the mood for a good donut. I will visit again. I think I need to try the place across the street first though.
(3)
Denise C.

I absolutely love this place! I have to stop here every time I'm in the neighborhood because it's just to good to pass up. My favorite is the biscoff banana donut. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to one.
(5)
Chad B.

Donuts are ok, service seemed to be lacking, prices are way to expensive for what you get and the coffee was really weak. There are so many other places in this neighborhood to just be ok.
(2)
Sam A.

Insane to pay $ 3.55 for a long john... its a bit overprice, or the new girl ring me up wrong since she was not too familiar with the touch screen cash register.
(1)
Wo w.

Stan's imitates other gourmet donut shops and tries to distinguish itself only by over charging. 3 bucks for a large lukewarm coffee. Another 3 or 4 bucks for a donut that is on par some mornings with other nearby donut shops, and sub-par most mornings. This place will probably be around for a while given the profit margins. At least its interior seems appropriate for a saccharine donut shop.
(1)
Niko F.

Nothing special. The yeast donuts are not especially fluffy or anything great. Try firecakes or even Glazed & Infused for a better donut.
(3)
Itzel P.

First time I came I didn't get a donut or coffee but the iced tea with ginger was amazing. Second time was a bit of a let down since I only got two out of the 4 things I ordered. I LOVE their beignets. 10/10 would recommend. The boston creme was delicious as well. I was supposed to recieve a twisty glazed and an iced coffee but the cashier was distracted by a nice guy who gave them pizza. Whatever I still loved my old fashioned glazed donut.
(4)
Cindy A.

Yum, yum, yum. I love these donuts. The variety of flavors is larger than other similar gourmet donut shops. The list on their website doesn't come close to what is in the case on any given day. The maple bacon is the best bacon donut I've ever had. It's maple bacon pieces on top of a buttermilk bar. If there is a line at peak times, it moves very quickly.
(5)
Klo J.

other donut places are laughable compared to this. they think clever names like 'glazed and infused' can make us forget that their donuts are doughy and bland. stan's is the real deal! they have an excellent selection and the goods are super soft n' flavorful! they don't need bacon or other odd ingredients to be original. stan's just is.
(5)
Maribel C.

Yummmmmm! Blows all other donut places out of the water.
(5)
Jo L.

Stan's Donuts is incredible! I never liked cream filled donuts, and I was surprised that the blueberry danish had cream in it. I'm glad that I tried it, because it was amazing! I also tried the glazed, the apple fritter and chocolate glazed and none of them disappointed. Some people have complained about the prices, but Stan's is a place to indulge in once and a while, not to over indulge. Since, I go there once every couple of weeks to get a donut, I don't have a problem paying a little more for my donut. I would also choose Stan's over Glazed and Infused, because they don't run out of donuts as much, their take out boxes and store are adorable, the Intelligentsia coffee is good quality and the service is good.
(5)
Sasha T.

Maybe it's because I haven't frequented all the doughnut locations that Chicago has to offer, maybe its because my sweet tooth is attracted to anything with a morsel of sugar, but I found Stan's Donuts pretty darn delicious. When I first came to Stan's, I was tickled pink (pun so intended) by their adorable decor and their great customer service (not so much by their very expensive donuts...). I got the glazed and the chocolate cake and I must say, that the glaze was one of the best doughnut I have ever eaten. It was warm and gooey and featured a hint of cinnamon that was an unexpected bonus. I wasn't so keen on the chocolate frosting of the cake one, which to me was kinda bitter. but that glazed doughnut will definitely have me coming back.
(4)
Molly G.

After walking past Stan's every morning on my way to the blue line, I finally persuaded my hubby to take me and try the Donuts. The shop is great, (the queuing system, not so much...but the space doesnt make it easy), and the donuts are incredible! I'm pretty straightforward so we shared a regular glazed and a cinnamon pretzel, both were amazing. Hubby also had a maple bacon, which he said was good, but 3rd spot to the other two. We will definitely come back!
(4)
Deirdre J.

love love the donuts...and super nice staff. very rich donuts so one is all you can eat which should make up for the uber pricey per donut cost. If you don't mind paying 25 bucks a dozen, you won't be disappointed. try the lemon pistachio!
(4)
J H.

the donuts I had were great--just the right amount of sweet. the coffee is also really good. the open windows make for GREAT people-watching, and you can also get work done on their wifi. I would definitely run in and buy donuts here if I was visiting someone off the blue line...only thing I can think of is to maybe add a few more tables or seats indoors, although maybe they do that on weekends.
(5)
Nick L.

Thank god! I was terrified I'd have to keep crossing the street to the other side of Damen to get a gourmet donut for the rest of my life! Now I'll never have to leave the West side of Damen again! But seriously. I'm not sure how necessary yet another gourmet donut shop is. We may have reached "Peak Donut", as it were, but I'll happily report that they do a solid peanutbutter chocolate twist. I like a heavier classic cake donut more than the airy "Krispy Kreme"-esque kind, and Stan's delivers a really good cakey donut. If I had to choose, I'd probably take Stan's over Glazed and Infused, and only partly because it involves 10 less steps. Alas, maybe one day Stan's and Glazed and Infused will march out into the street and fight it out for my affections.... ...like when Andy fought Dwight for Angela's love on the Office.
(4)
Weston M.

HOLY COW! This IS exactly what Chicago needs. All these people complaining need to just stay the eff home if they don't like it. I don't wanna run into their downer selves while I'm stopping by anyway. I got your back Stan. And thanks for parking your spot right down the street because I will be frequenting quite often. The donuts at this place are amazingly, bodily change inspiringly good!! And as for the layout,, eh, whaddya gonna do? Ya work with what ya got, and if I have to crowd in a cold entryway to gain access to this doughy goodness, then that's exactly what I'm gonna do. Glad to have ya Stanley, and welcome to Chicago!
(5)
xenia b.

I was walking by and decided to check this place out. After asking the worker what she would recommend, I got the chocolate chip glazed/peanut butter stuffed donut & it was out of this world. The coconut cream filled donut was great as well. Glazed & infused has some serious competition on their hands.
(4)
Nathaniel C.

It was pretty good, with better prices and nicer staff than the guys across the street, plus you can actually eat inside when space is available.
(4)
B.D. K.

Really good. I like them second to Doughnut Vault out of everyone else in the city.
(5)
Kristina M.

Wow... Am I glad that I found out about this place. I live close by, and I must say, I am addicted. This is probably the only place that makes me want to eat doughnuts morning, afternoon, and night. I am a huge fan. Good job you guys. I love your product and love how it is set up inside.
(5)
Mallory H.

Stan's - I want to be mad at you. Every morning I take the blue line to work and have to walk past you and it smells like a funnel cake, a delicious funnel cake. Anger aside at your attempts to ruin my diet, this place is just lovely. The employees were very patient while we selected our choices as we were bringing a few to a brunch with friends. Each and every one was amazing. Top choices from our group were the blueberry Bismark and cinnamon twist. Note - these things are HUGE (not complaining.) It's adorable inside, I wish I had time to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and a treat but that just hasn't happened yet. They are a bit pricey but from someone who rarely has pastries, it's worth it to treat yourself to something truly delectable!
(5)
Mary Ann C.

Yummmmmmm. Great location. Nice, inviting storefront. The donuts were great (certainly better than Glazed and Infused across the street). Not as good as Donut Vault....the best in town. I loved the old fashioned, peanut butter and chocolate pocket, and nutella pocket. The pretzel shaped donut was decent. I will be back....to try more of these delicious nuggets!!
(4)
Amanda G.

Hey Boston Cream, you're perfect with your perfectly mellow custard and not too sweet chocolate. Yum!
(5)
Daisy B.

Heavenly donuts. I got three and ate two of them right away because I couldn't resist.
(5)
Tawny S.

So sadly I've been on a donut kick lately and I have to say Stan's took the cake. I had the peanut butter pocket donut (topped with chocolate frosting and chocolate chips) because the guy in front of me took the last peanut butter BANANA pocket donut. RUDE. It was still delicious and I probably inhaled it in about 2 bites. I am disappointed that I didn't get to try their heart shaped donuts for valentines day. They looked fantastic!
(4)
Vanessa C.

As someone who doesn't like donuts, the # of stars should speak volumes. Regardless, holy crap their donuts are amazing. The old fashioned, the bischoff (cookie batter donut, good lord), the apple fritter, I could go on but then you may think I know my donuts. I don't, I just know these are absolutely delicious and amazing! Give them a try, even if you typically prefer a cookie or ice cream. You won't be disappointed!
(5)
Jeremy N.

in a world full of half assed donut shops and stale coffee, beacons of hope like Glazed & Infused and the Doughnut Vault have fought valiantly to provide Chicagoans with the pastries they deserve. But then there's Stan's, and with all due respect to the other two shops, Stan's is the best around. Why? Stan's is not just about the quality of the donut, but the fact that they do so many kinds of donuts well. There is definitely a donut for everyone- whether you like Biscoff pockets, blueberry lemon, or my favorite- a chocolate glazed twist tie in the shape of a pretzel, there's something up your alley.All of the donuts are fresh and hell-even the vegan donuts are incredibly tasty. The shop is almost always packed, so be prepared to wait- it's definitely worth the trip, and if you've got a few dollars to spend on breakfast or a midday snack, I highly recommend you spend some time at Stan's, but be careful...you might get addicted.
(5)
Justin N.

The geniuses of Labriola Cafe created this brand and product very well. This is by far my favorite donuts in Chicago. I judge a donut by their moist and flavor level. Stan's does not disappoint. Between their pretzel glazed, biscoff and nutella pockets: Stan's is quite the establishment. Very whimsical of childhood memories and providing great coffee from Intelligentsia, gelato, and milkshakes; I can come to Stan's twice a week!
(5)
Tricia D.

5 signs you know that Stan's Donuts is in your top 3 fave donuts: 5) You visit twice in a week without batting an eyelash... and don't even live nearby. 4) All of the flavors you've tried have made a lasting impression on your heart... chocolate covered old fashioned, pistachio glazed, and oh my, that apple fritter! 3) Shelling out almost $3 per donut is worth every penny for that feeling of euphoria you feel every time you take a bite of these fresh morsels of heaven! 2) Intelligentsia coffee bar! And the #1 reason you know Stan's is one of your faves... You're willing to wait 20 minutes in line with your parking meter expired on National Donut Day!
(5)
Ada H.

Get a pocket! Or 2...or all of them! The first time I had Stan's was when my coworker brought me one at work. She used to live near the Blue Line stop that it's located next to. Ever since then, I have been obsessed with the peanut butter banana pocket. Recently I've tried warming it up and added a little jelly inside. AMAZING! I've also tried other items there, and they are all delicious. You cannot go wrong with anything here. Also, they are on the Popular Pays app (for those of you with many social media followers). I am so excited that they are opening another location in Lakeview soon. Pretty dangerous for my wallet and calorie count, but my appetite will be happy!!!
(5)
Desiree H.

Came across this place by complete accident. They have a cute sign and I saw a lot of people walking in and that's quite honestly why I stopped by! To my pleasant surprise they had gourmet donuts and coffee! At 7:30... On a Friday night! Count me in. I ordered the maple caramel bacon donut because... Why not? And it was great! They offer free water and wifi. The store is clean. And they have an awesome selection of treats. The staff was really attentive and friendly! What a pleasant little treat and surprise! You should absolutely stop in!!
(4)
Tanya K.

I went to the Damen location today, August 2 at approximately 5:45pm. I ordered 2 glazed, 2 chocolate glazed, and 1 chocolate old fashioned. The donuts were plopped in a bag and I was sent on my way. I thought the presentation was terrible considerinng all of the chocolate was left inside the bag as I pulled the donuts out. I came to Yelp, to leave a positive Yelp review, as the donuts were delicious, only to find that they do serve multiple donuts in a box, not a bag! I would have said something at the store had I known there was a different option. Needless to say, I am sorely disappointed. It is not acceptable to package five gooey donuts in a paper bag with one piece of parchment-like paper. I understand one or two donuts being packaged in a bag, but not five! So, five stars for taste, one for presentation. Update: the same day I left this review, I sent the same message to their corporate offices, only to be ignored.
(1)
Sharon C.

I got a free Stan's donut from Popular Pays (an app definitely worth checking out if you're on Instagram, despite the absurdly pretentious name). I had the cinnamon roll and so. good. I could have eaten a dozen of these, easy. Flaky and sweet without being cloying.
(5)
Flavia A.

Inhale deeply and slowly, for that is the aroma of dough frying. Ahh... Immediately when you walk into Stan's you can't help but feel comforted. There's nothing like the smell of doughnuts, amirite? At 7:30 pm on a Saturday night, they had 4 full tray stacks of donuts behind the counter waiting to be ordered. We asked about the best choices, and our server recommended the old fashioned with lemon pistachio frosting. She said it was also one of the most popular. I'm a sucker for a really good, substantial old fashioned donut. After I walked away only $2 poorer, I bit into my donut. My first observations were that the icing was too sugary (this, coming from a notorious sweet tooth). It was crunchy with crystallized sugar. The whole pistachios on top were great, though. A wonderful bonus of nutty flavor. The cake part of the donut was okay. It was definitely substantial, but it tasted a bit on the dry side and a tinge of old oil. Either it was fried in oil that had too many run-throughs or it was a cheap oil. I ate about half the donut and threw the rest away. My overall impression is that for the price, it's a decent choice. Friendly staff, not too long of a wait, fun neighborhood.
(3)
Christina C.

Stopped by for a quick breakfast and was very impressed. The interior of the place Is very clean, modern, and cute. There also seemed to be a decent variety of donuts displayed. I ended up getting the pistachio lemon donut and i am so glad that I did. It had the right amount of outer crunch/inner fluff, the frosting wasn't too little or too much, and it the perfect hint of lemon to contrast the pistachio flavor. Definitely coming back to try all the other options of donuts that they have! ** also very easy location! Right off the pink line stop!
(4)
Araceli R.

Yummy First time I try I told the prices are high but no coffee and donut $5.20 w/tax Not bad at all I try the toffee cake and house blend coffee pretty good I will back soon
(4)
Sarah S.

Donuts, donuts everywhere. Stan's is an adorable shop right in the hub dub of Wicker Park. They have a good selection of teas and coffees along with many doughnut options. I had myself a chocolate frosted cake doughnut and a double chocolate old fashioned doughnut. Both were decent, definitely better than DD, but I don't think I can slot Stan's into one of the top five doughnut shops in the city. I just didn't feel that the flavors were quite there. A swing and a miss for me but still a viable option when I'm in the area. I do love the bathrooms here simply for the fact that they have an occupied lock that shows when someone is in the stall. Why don't all places have this!? It would make life so much easier.
(3)
Hashim Q.

Stan's Donuts is my top donut spot in the Chicago area. Every variety of donut is super fresh, melt in your mouth goodness. You really can't go wrong at Stan's, just walk in and ask for a dozen of whatever and you will leave happy. My favorites are the glazed (best glazed donut I've ever had), the Nutella donut and the peanut butter donut. The best part about Stan's is they use dark chocolate in their donuts and you end up with sophisticated, nuanced donuts for grown up tastes. No milk chocolate everything nonsense here. They serve intelligentsia coffee as well so definitely get a cuppa with your donut.
(5)
Craig T.

Great selection of Donuts at a moderate price. I had the Banana Biscoff Pocket donut as recommended from a worker at Alliance Bakery. I only took a few bites and saved it, since I had to meet a friend for lunch soon. Other donuts look nice but way too full. Subway stop is only a minute away. Very convenient. The best donuts I ever ate? Stan's Donut Shop in Santa Clara which is not affiliated with Stan's Donuts in Chicago or LA. You can see them making the donuts fresh and their glazed donuts are the best. Cronut at Dominque Ansel in NYC is great too. Princess Cruises has a cronut on a lower deck where pastries, sandwiches and coffee are free. Their cronut is not filled with cream, but has nice flaky layers. This Chicago shop is nice but I prefer those others.
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Christina C.

So, I went from never having Stan's to having Stan's two days in a row... I don't exercise that much, so this is all probably downhill for me. I have a penchant for coconut. I can have it in all shapes and forms, and I'll love it, but holy crap, the coconut cream doughnut was everything I could have dreamed of. There are coconut flakes on the outside, which is already quite splendid. In the first bite, no, I didn't get to taste the cream, nor in the second bite, but finally, that third bite, I got to taste that whipped cream kind of coconut. It was like whipped cream in texture but at the same time, it was dense. Totally worth the three dollars. Also, definitely try the Nutella stuffed one. Chocolate and hazelnut are so perfect together. The dough part of it resembles the layers of croissants and had the same buttery goodness of croissants. Try everything. I eventually will as well.
(5)
Kiera R.

Honestly, I had wandered this way to get a glazed and infused donut, but peeped into this window first and made an executive decision. NO REGRETS.
(4)
Jay I.

After finding out about this place (well, the sign is hard to miss when you stand on that intersection), I have stopped by many times mostly trying donut with a cup of coffee, and this place definitely fits in as one of the best donut shop in Chicago. Pistachio, buttermilk and bacon maple are my favorites, but they constant bring an A game on donut.
(4)
Ivy Z.

Chicago has a LOT of specialty donut shops. Stan's is probably one of my favorites. Stan's donuts are the perfect cakey texture, the flavors are unique without being over the top obnoxious. The prices are normal, and not the $5 a pop like they are in Glazed and Infused across the street. They do run out of flavors if you go later in the day, but even the simple glazed cake donut was very perfect for me. My favorite one so far was definitely the peanut butter banana pocket. Such a great sweet to light up an afternoon. The location is adorable and the ambiance fun. I'd come back if I were in the area.
(4)
Pavnit K.

I love Stan's, I truly do. Maybe it was Grub Hub's fault and my order didn't go through, but after my order being almost an hour later than the promised time, I called Stan's to check on the status. They did not have my order from Grub Hub, even though I had been charged. They did let me know they would call Grub Hub and try and remedy the situation. I received a call back about an hour and a half later. The girl who called me was extremely apologetic as she could not reach Grub Hub's customer service. She was more than willing to work on making sure I would be refunded my payment and also offered me a free dozen for my trouble. Even though I'm sad I did not get my donuts, it's great to know there is still decent customer service out there!
(5)
Rosa J.

I personally think Stan's Donuts is a great place to be at the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood. I like the location (next to the CTA Damen Blue Line station), the ambiance (very chic and brightly-lit with lots of windows for people-watching), and the service (young ladies smiling like a sunshine and very welcoming). However, my least favorite part was the donuts. I'm not trying to be ultra-critical, but the donuts were high on the saccharide level. I know that having an elevated sugar content is what a donut is supposed to be. Containing too much sugar skews the natural sweetness coming from the fruit or nuts or all other natural ingredients. I had the blueberry fritter and old-fashion lemon pistachio. I know for $2.50/each donut, it's definitely on the pricer side. Nevertheless, the blueberry fritter was gigantic! If you're SO SO low on your blood-sugar level, go with this option. Otherwise, plan on being extraordinarily hyper at your work place for a next couple of days. I liked the lemon pistachio more than the blueberry fritter because the taste and size were within my own "consuming" ability. To be honest, I felt like a sugar zombie after finishing my two (2) donuts. I still prefer the donuts at the place called "Somethin' Sweet Donuts" in the Cragin neighborhood on Fullerton Ave. Rosa J. isn't too easily to be persuaded into the cute decors at Stan's; she's "all about the taste, the taste, and no lying." I still rendered four (4) stars for the premium location, commuting convenience, and the CTA bus trackers (50, 56, and 72) on one of their monitors.
(4)
Bao L.

2 words: DONUT HEAVEN. I had heard great things about Stan's Donuts and I decided I had to check out what all the hype was about - and boy does it live up to the hype. I went in with some friends around noon on a Sunday and there was a line out the door. 9 times out of 10, a line out the door is a good thing, but I decided to let my taste buds have the final say. My friends told me that 1 donut would be enough to keep me satisfied, but let's face it, I'm a fat kid at heart so I disregarded what they said. I got the following: -Peanut butter banana pocket: Peanut butter? Good. Banana? Good. Stuffed together inside a donut? NOM NOM NOM -Banana nutella pocket: This is quite possibly the best donut I've ever had. The donut had a perfect, soft texture with the king of spreads (nutella) and a banana stuffed inside. Anything with nutella is amazing, but pairing it w/ a banana and putting it inside a heavenly donut is pure genius. Props, Stan. -Lemon pistachio: I honestly got this just because it was one of the three review highlights on Yelp, but I'm glad I did. It sounded (it actually still does sound) like an odd combination, but it worked together perfectly. The donut was firm, yet still soft and delicate. The subtle lemon flavor paired w/ the pistachio perfectly. My friends were right. 1 donut was plenty, but I ended up finishing all 3 because they were delicious (and maybe also because I hate admitting defeat...just maybe). Stan, you da man.
(5)
Abraham K.

YES! My favorite donut shop in Wicker Park! Before you open the door, make sure you don't trip over the small step. More than often people look past it and stumble, so be careful! I admit, my first visit I stumbled and caught myself from falling LOL. This donut shop will probably be packed during the afternoon so make sure you're aware of that. I would say parking is a hassle, but you can find street parking on the side W. Pierce Ave. As for the donuts itself, my personal favorites are Banana nutella pocket and lemon pistachio flavored! It'll be a party in your mouth!
(5)
Rami K.

I love the Banana Biscoff. So far its my to go place if I'm in the city and in the mood for donuts by far the best in Chicago..
(5)
Kaya D.

Delicious and unique. Very pricy though. I payed nearly $4 for a donut! I would liken this place to Voodoo Donuts in Denver.
(4)
Carolina D.

I was on my way to Glazed and Infused and since they disappointed me last time I went there, I decided to cross the street to their competition. Boy am I glad, because their chocolate-nutella-banana is addicting as well as their simply glazed doughnut. Saw a guy drinking a cup of cappuccino, it looked excellently frothed so I would try it. Wish they were open til later, but oh well... Anyhow, their donuts are great, maybe I am a new Stan's convert. Can't wait til they open on Clark and Diversey (a little closer to me). Wohoo!
(5)
Jen K.

Take a bakery and a 1950's diner; fuse them together and what do you have? Stan's Donuts & Coffee. I love coming here. The white and green dÃ©cor is charming with a side of retro. I came in the other week, and after eating one, I had to order an entire dozen for the family. My gluttony was telling me to open that box, and try each and every of one of them. However, my thighs were telling me otherwise. The Pistachio Glazed Old Fashion is my favorite. The glaze provided sweetness, while the dough and pistachio garnish provided saltiness, giving the donut an overall balanced and complex taste. I love how the pistachio garnish added to the texture, so eating the donut was both tasty and exciting. There's gluten-free options as well, so the boyfriend doesn't have to feel left out. He particularly likes the Gluten-Free Pistachio Glazed Donut. I actually had a bite, and I even forgot it was gluten-free because the texture and consistency was close to the real thing. You know this place is a hit because it's never empty. There's usually a line but the wait's never long. Stan's also provides teas, coffee, and even chai tea lattes. Located right by the Damen stop off the Blue Line, Stan's Donuts is a Wicker Park gem, and a must-try if you're ever in the neighborhood.
(5)
Kevin M.

I'd heard a lot about Stan's but donuts aren't (weren't) really my thing, so it took me a year to get there. Holy Glazed Heaven, i've been depriving myself for too long. I stopped in for the coffee but just had to try a donut. Channeled my inner euro-canadian and picked up nutella & a maple long john. Amazing. you know those places that have really inventive menus and combos of flavors, but they can't do the simple things right? Yea, that's NOT Stan's. They rocked everything - the dough was just sweet and airy enough, but had some good substance to stand up to the coffee. The glaze was perfectly flavored and soft - not too sticky but not hard as a rock either. Best donuts I've ever had. A little on the pricey side (over $3 for the specialty flavors), but definitely worth it.
(4)
Cassie Q.

Hands down the best donut in Chicago. There is not one time I pass wicker park without getting a donut. People say donut vault is the best. I totally disagree. Some other even say dorite or glazed & infused better? What are they thinking? In terms of creativity and variety, Stan's has it all. Biscoff pocket, awesome; Boston cream, my new fav; pistachio, delicious; coconut, heavens. The donuts have great texture on the dough. They also use real vanilla beans instead of extract. I can see small bean pods in the cream.
(5)
Liam A.

I started stopping by this place when the Blue line was closed down and commuters were rerouted via shuttle buses. That ended up being a blessing in disguise as I've been frequenting Stan's ever since. I usually stop by whenever I have time before work since it's literally right below the Damen Blue line stop. The coffee is strong (great tasting decaf coffee as well if you're into that) and the donut selection is great. Try the Nutella-Banana pocket and thank me later. Stan's is a solid addition to this gourmet-donut trend taking over Chicago and worth checking out.
(4)
Shay E.

To quote the great Mugatu from Zoolander, "I feel like I'm taking crazy pills!" every time I eat donuts from Stan's. Is it possible that I've gotten a bad bunch every time? I've experienced so much better from other places. These just aren't that great. Let me tell you, I so wanted to be a fan of this place. They're open late (fuggin' awesome) and I loved that they had the balls to open up directly across the street from Glazed and Infused. I call them The Dueling Donut Shops. I like to picture the owners standing on their adjacent street corners glaring at one another and shaking their fists every morning (spoiler alert: I've yet to see this happen, sadly). Anyways... I've had their donuts on 5 different occasions and have been underwhelmed every time. I was excited that they were marketing themselves as a "mom & pop" style donut shop upon opening because this $3.50 designer donut trend in Chicago is getting ridiculous. But as someone that grew up on great mom & pop donuts I can assure you that these aren't even close. And still with the $3-$4 price tag? No thanks. They offer an awesome selection. They serve great gelato. The store is cute. The service is friendly. But if I'm being honest, Donut Vault and Do-Rite kick their ass in the donut department. They never look or taste fresh to me. I absolutely hated their chocolate glazed. The icing was like eating those cheap Hostess chocolate donuts you get in a plastic sleeve at the gas station. So waxy. The filled pocket donuts are dense and taste like they're day-old. The only thing I've liked from there is the cinnamon pretzel. It bums me out that they're mediocre. I'll probably try to give them another chance if I'm ever in the area but there's definitely much better in Chicago
(2)
David P.

One of the best donuts I've tasted. They're big so they're really worth the price. Always fresh. I'm hooked.
(5)
Christopher M.

With there being so many donut shops in Chicago your new donut shop better knock my socks off. Stan's failed to do so. It was perfectly fine (or A-OK as Yelp would say) but nothing spectacular, and of course it was very expensive. Another average donut shop that's expensive. Will this epidemic never end? 87/365
(3)
GaÃ«lle R.

FINGER-LICKING DELICIOUS! Best breakfast ever! I got the lemon & pistachio and the chocolate banana & peanut butter ones. I ate half of each for breakfast this morning and I'm about to devour the other halves as soon as I am done writing this comment. As a European I am not the best donuts judge but I can tell you that my mouth is watering just talking about them.
(5)
David R.

I don't keep my finger on the pulse of the dining scene anymore, but I sure can sniff out a new haute doughnut (aka honut) shop, as I am constantly on the prowl for apple fritters in this town. Overall, the wares are great, but I suffered one major disappointment: I came all the way down here from Ravenswood on a bone-chilling Saturday morning at 7am to find NO APPLE FRITTERS. Actually it turned into two disappointments, because noone in the front of the shop could tell me why they didn't have them that day or when to expect them. They don't bake on a set schedule and apple fritters had been offered every day prior to my visit. The kid was sympathetic enough, but he had no information and made no effort to get any. A good customer service experience would be to find out who made the decision and why and to get me the best available information to figure out when I might come back to buy the product that I want. But no, apparently my only option was to call ahead on any day that I want to come. So, since I am an apple fritter whore, that's what I did, and eventually got my hands on one. It is not the best in the city, but worth the second trip. It has nice apple content and good flavor, but the copious glaze makes it too sweet, and it was also too moist; I'm not sure whether this is a product of the recipe or it was slightly undercooked. In any case, I would eat this fritter again if someone handed it to me, but if I were seeking one out somewhere on the north side, I would still go with Glazed & Infused. Fortunately Stan's excels at several other varieties. (OBVIOUSLY on that first fruitless visit, I bought a few others with which to console myself.) It is hard to choose a favorite, but the top two were the boston cream, with bountiful and delicious custard filling, and the cinnamon twist, which has a nice doughiness and not too much sugar. Running a close third was the chocolate glazed, a simple classic that Stan executes gloriously. The buttermilk raisin bar is a good breakfast option because it is more cakey and substantial and less sweet, though sparse in raisins. A more qualified thumbs-up goes to the blueberry bismarck (bland filling, fruit quality dubious in February), the pistachio-lemon old-fashioned (bright green but lacks pistachio flavor), and the blueberry fritter (way too sweet). One other up note: samples. I've never seen any other honut shops do this. It's a huge advantage to be able to taste one or two gratis. I have no idea how much they charge for these things; I hum loudly when they read me the total and just hand over my credit card.
(4)
Tunaidi A.

Great addition to the Wicker Park area. Interesting decor with a decent amount of seating. Stan's Donuts provides another piece of competition from right across the street. The donut selection here is decent, with some traditionally flavored donuts and other more unique types. Especially loved the nutella banana donut.
(3)
Ariel L.

Just what Chicago needed, another donut shop directly across the street from an existing donut shop (Glazed and Infused). Woo hoo!!!! Donuts are pretty good. But most donuts are. But these are not blow your mind donuts, and there isn't much original about them. They are cheaper than the across the street competition, but I still don't get why they came all the way from Los Angeles to open an above average donut shop. More donuts! Let's get fat Chicago!!!! Yay! (This trend is getting really old)
(3)
Michael H.

4.5 Stars here/ Great story behind this place as the original location is from all the way in Brentwood, California! The inside is top notch with a cool display of Kitchen Aid Mixers in like 12 different colors. The donuts are delish/ some of the best I've tried out of all these new joints! The staff is very nice, my only complaint is that you can't put these huge icing ladened donuts in a paper bag!! Most of the frosting ends up lost..get dat did
(4)
XTreats X.

Great shop with good hours! Old fashioned doughnuts are really good. They seem to be the same doughnut just with a different glaze on each (which is still great but can be more innovative). Great shop great quality great hours. If you're in wicker park because you're the trendiest person alive, stop by and grab a doughnut.
(3)
Stephen S.

Did Chicago need another high end donut place? Probably not. Am I happy Stan's doesn't care about that and decides to bring So. Cal donut goodness to the Windy City? Yes! I love the various donut shops that have spotted the Chicago landscape recently and Stan's belongs in the top-tier. What really stood out to me about Stan's was the proper treatment of classics and some creativity without going too over the top. I sampled from the biscoff and banana pocket, glazed pretzel twist, buttermilk bar, and lemon pistachio old fashioned. The first two were yeast donuts and the latter two cake donuts providing different forms and toppings with each choice. My fav. was the biscoff and banana pocket, it was the soft, fluffy, chewiness one wants with a yeast donut with a nice amount of filling to it. The pretzel twist didn't work out quite as well as the twisting led to a bread-y, crust-y layer that took away from the yeast donut. I liked both cake donuts but thought that the lemon pistachio glaze on the old fashioned was a refreshing with a bit lighter of a flavor that worked really well. Stan's also has the classics you'd like to see (like sprinkles) that get left behind at some of the other high end establishments. Great place.
(4)
Lupe D.

OMG - these donuts will BLOW you away. Bought 1/2 dozen - I could not even begin to tell you which was my favorite because they were all that good. Orange Old Fashioned. Glazed, Blueberry Cheese, Raisin Buttermilk Bar, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pocket, Apple Fritter. Set me back about $14. Lord help me..there are not enough hours in the day for me to work off what I will be eating here!! one issue - the entryway - bad, bad, bad. You will either hit someone with the door, or you will be hit. Also, right now, it's a bit confusing as to where you order, where the line starts, ends. But I'm sure these kinks will be worked out.
(5)
Phantom D.

Stan's has fallen off the radar. Everytime I go back, the glazed donuts are overcooked and hard!!!!! I don't know why they changed. I am no longer a fan. I dont want hard bread covered in glazed. I want a donut!!!!!
(1)
Delia V.

Tried the cinnamon sugar cake & a chai latte this time. In the past I've had the glazed, maple bacon & cinnamon sugar pretzel. Hands down the glazed wins as it's a fluffy & sweet classic. My cinnamon sugar cake donut was crunchy & "cinnamony" but just a smudge too dry inside, not fluffy like a cake, which I thought might be the case. Hubby tried the buttermilk bar & it was a perfect marriage between a flaky biscuit and a delicious glazed donut, genius! Will def have that again. The maple bacon donut was very good as one cannot really go wrong with bacon! For me it was a little too much to eat the whole donut so I shared it with the hubby. He agrees it was a must try. The cinnamon sugar pretzel was nice & warm when I tried it & that made it a real nice treat. It's pretty big so we shared in between three so we could try the maple bacon and glazed. The service is great, pretty fast considering there is usually a line. The space is small but not right, retro modern & nice and cool in the summer.
(4)
Stacey W.

First these are a little pricey! Dozen donuts are 30$ that would normally knock my star rating down!! However, wouldn't you pay more for the best. These are amazing, fresh, and worth it. Definitely a great treat for guest. You have to get the biscotti ( they are known for this little piece of pastry heaven.) My best tip for you is Don't over buy. They are filling not just puffed with air and large so cutting up in small pieces to share is highly recommended so you can taste them all.
(5)
Julia D.

Hands down the greatest donuts that my mouth has ever had the pleasure of making contact with. Banana biscoff, peanut butter jelly (with banana option too), and Nutella are just a few of the fillings you can opt for to acheive ultimate oral satisfaction. I do not know you, Stan. But I want to kiss and punch you in the mouth all at the same time. Thank you for opening the only Illinois location within walking distance of my house. Hello stretchy pants...
(5)
Klau M.

I only give it a 2 star because i just went there and you guys dont have anymore donuts or nutella pockets.. lame!! you close at 10:30 and is 7:30 and you dont have anything... why are you open then??? you should either make more or close early!!! I just drove from skokie to damen blue line to get some nutella pockets and you guys dont have anything but 5 kinds of donuts that look really bad.... sucks!!!
(2)
Trung H.

I've had glazed and infused and thought they were very good until I had Stan's donuts. Glazed and infused focuses too much on fillings and toppings. Stan's focuses on the actual dough and when you first bite into a yeast raised donut from Stan's, you'll immediately taste the difference.
(5)
Anna P.

I grabbed an assorted dozen donuts on my way to work today, since it was time to check out the newest donut shop on the block. The staff was super friendly, but when I asked for recommendations since it was my first visit, I was met with a blank smile....sooo I picked my own! My favorites (I got to try a bit of a few different ones...a perk of getting the assorted dozen to share at work) were the glazed, orange chocolate cake, and lemon pistachio. But my top choice was the apple fritter. Best apple fritter I have ever had! Welcome to the game, Stan's.
(4)
Katt C.

Most people think "Glazed and Infused" when they think of some of the "best" donuts in the city. That may have been true.... Until Stan's rolled into town. Simply. The. Best. Donuts. Get one from both places (they're across from each other) and compare!
(5)
Holly S.

Very cute and tasty! I'm not a donut person but I enjoyed these. They are always busy.
(3)
Triphena W.

An 'A' for the biscoff pocket! Stan's was my first experience with this spiced cookie spread aka speculoos, and I'm a fan. I don't believe any other doughnut shop in the city is using speculoos/biscoff in a doughnut, but I could be wrong. The yeast dough was soft, and the biscoff filling was a nice change of pace from jelly doughnuts. I also purchased the twisted cinnamon sugar pretzel-shaped doughnut. This one I found to be unremarkable and slightly dry; however, I arrived around 5pm on a Saturday so it might've tasted better had I picked it up in the morning or early afternoon. It seemed most of their flavors were sold out for the day at this time so if you want a larger selection of doughnuts, I recommend stopping by earlier. From photos I've seen when the case is full, it seems Stan's offers more flavors each day than Doughnut Vault, Glazed and Infused, Firecakes, and Do-Rite Donuts. I would like to go back and try some of their old fashioneds and compare them with Doughnut Vault's. I've heard Stan's orange old fashioned is great. There's counter seating and a communal table to enjoy your doughnuts. Not my favorite doughnut shop in the city, but I need to try a few more flavors before making a final decision. Recommend.
(4)
Nisa J.

This place has some of the best donuts in Chicago! My favorite is the peanut butter.
(5)
Anastasia N.

I finally got to go here before they closed. I'm not sure what I was expecting from doughnuts but all the hype about this place I was expecting more. Maybe it was because we came around dinner time and the doughnuts were not as fresh. But I was expecting some fresh doughnuts if they were going to be priced at $3 each. But I am willing to give this place another try. Hopefully this time it'll be closer to when they first open. Still have hopes for this place.
(3)
Jane V.

Loved this place. I recommend the old fashioned...simple but perfect. Dense interior with delicately glazed outside. Pretty sure the coffee was intelligentsia and was great as well.
(5)
Niyati D.

Stan's serves classic donuts. Think of the donuts from Dunkin Donuts that you grew up eating.. glazed, chocolate glazed, double chocolate, french crullers. Now imagine those actually tasting fresh, not processed, and plain delicious. That is Stan's for you. Stan's also does specialty stuffed donuts - Nutella and bananas, peanut butter and bananas, etc. But personally the traditional ones much better here. The glazed, double chocolate, and blueberry fritter would have to be my favorites. I can't not talk about the service and the ambiance. Stan's employs some quality people! The girl working at the counter suggested we get half a dozen since it would work out cheaper for us. Now that's great customer service. The shop in Wicker has an open layout with one big communal table and a really cute retro vibe. Its a great spot to sit and enjoy your yummy treat, plus they have wifi! Verdict: The cakey, heavenly donuts at Glazed and Infused still have my heart... but if those are ever sold out (as they often are) I'll get my donut fix at Stan's.
(4)
Bryan N.

Awesome doughnuts and coffee ! A must stop by at Damen blue line when visiting Chicago! All the doughnuts are worth trying and a great spot to hang out. I would definitely be stopping by once a week.
(5)
Carolyn M P.

OH,OH OMG !! We came here on Sunday the 12th and bought 5 donuts and bought 2 Orange Glazed Old Fashioned- 1 glazed pretzel twist donut-1 Biscoff Banana Pocket w/ Chocolate icing & 1- Cinnamon Sugar Cake. They are so, so moist even after stilling in a bag till Wed 4-15-15. Then I returned by myself today 4-17-15 to pickup a hold at a store. I just couldn't get on the bus no.50 to go home without hitting my newest donut store. I only bought 2 this time I bought a Buttermilk Bar sorta like a Long John with nothing inside. 1 Toffee Cake w/pecans donut. The clerk said they make there toffee here everyday. That sold me to try this. And now I wished I bought 2. But I will know that next time. Also it wasn't packed like it was on Sunday.
(5)
Victoria G.

Right outside of CTS Damon stop. Very packed and not much place to sit inside. They serve Intelligentsia coffee and donuts are good. A big choice, though, so make sure you know what you want ahead :)
(4)
Hannah C.

I never thought there was such a thing as "too sweet" until I got here. The doughnuts are fine - we tried four and found that once you've had one, you've had 'em all. Decent bread dough, sugary topping, and probably something sugary in the middle too.
(2)
Vicky A.

My friend and I went to Piece brewery for dinner, but decided to try Stan's Donuts since we were in the area. I've heard good things about this place. The service was great and the inside of the shop was clean and nice. I ordered an iced chai latte and a Nutella banana pocket. Best I've ever had! I heard the pistachio donut was good and I will try that next time. My friend tried the biscoff. It was very good, just as good as the banana Nutella pocket. It's right near the blue line, very good location. I love that area. You need to try Stan's donuts!
(5)
Michael Anne A.

I'm not a big donut gal, but was excited to try this place with all of the trendy donut shops popping up in Chicago lately. Reading the other reviews that they use lard in their yeast donuts was a little off-putting (not a vegetarian, but still), so I went with a cake donut, the Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned. While the lemon & pistachio flavor was definitely there, the frosting on this thing was just way too sweet. It's not an overwhelmingly large donut, but I couldn't even finish it. If I go back, it'll definitely be to get a donut not drenched in frosting. The decor is cute with a wall of colorful KitchenAid mixers (hi, can I have one) and the staff was friendly. They also serve Intelligentsia coffee, which, ya know, can't go wrong there. Overall, I'd say try the other numerous donut places in the city before deciding Stan's is best.
(3)
Natalija S.

I have mixed feelings about this place. Stopped by here after work to treat myself and decided to go with the nutella pocket. My jaw dropped when she told me the price. $3.55. The f***?!!! Granted, the doughnut was very good (obviously better than crappy DD), but definitely not worth almost four dollars.
(3)
Caitlin G.

love stanssssss!!!!!!
(5)
Luke D.

This is really a 2.5 star review. Stan's makes some great donuts. Service has always been helpful and friendly. However, their failure to publicly disclose a key polarizing ingredient in over half of its donuts knocks Stan's down a few stars. I learned after maybe a dozen visits that their yeast raised donuts are made with lard. If given a choice, I wouldn't eat products made with this ingredient. Also, I took some vegetarian friends here who ate non-vegetarian donuts on my recommendation (which I never would have given had I known what was in the donuts). I would never suggest that Stan's change its recipes, but disclosing its use of lard in advance would give customers the ability to make an informed choice.
(3)
Mira S.

I'd been meaning to try it for a while, and have started making the Chicago donut rounds, but have honestly been a bit disappointed. The cake of the donut was good, fresh, soft, and appropriately heavy. The cream donut wasn't a nice thick cream, so I don't think they do that, as this was the closest sounding. It was just too sweet, and didn't add anything, in my opinion, and I actually couldn't finish the donut because I grimaced every time I got a mouthful of weirdly textured sugar overload. They serve Intelligentsia coffee, but it wasn't very flavorfully brewed, so I'd probably pass on that. For comparison, they far have more choices than Donut Vault, the donuts are a bit smaller, and I'd say the doughy part was about equally as good. Also more seating and a more convenient location (right under the el). A donut is a couple of bucks, standard for a "gourmet donut."
(3)
Hui Meen O.

The ambience was comfortable and casual. A great place for people watching. Too bad I didn't try the donuts or drinks as I was going for brunch else where. Will definitely drop by again if I'm in Chicago.
(4)
Agnes I.

YUMMY donuts. I went here earlier this week and got the glazed vanilla and an old-fashioned donut. I preferred the glazed donut better because it was soft and moist but the old-fashioned was good too. I wouldn't recommend eating 2 donuts in one setting like I did because they are sweet and dangerously tasty :) Decor is cute inside with lots of natural light coming in through the windows and lovely green stools to sit on. There are quite a lot of donuts here to choose from so it is nice that they have hand-written signs in front of the donut display box so that you can easily identify what donut you are looking at. These are not your typical 99c 'dunkin donuts' style donuts so prepare to spend some money (I think one typical donut there costs $2.50 but I can't remember). Although I should have probably tried more donuts before I wrote this review; overall, I had a good experience here. The staff is friendly.
(5)
Abbie F.

Apple fritters here are the BEST I've ever had! I really wanted the banana Nutella pocket but was stuffed after dinner and only had room for one. I think this is my favorite donut place in Chicago because the inside is super cute, it isn't overly expensive and they are open late!!
(4)
Noel R.

Good assortment of donuts that are made fresh daily in the shop. The staff has always been friendly and helpful. The donuts themselves are pretty solid and delicious but by no means amazing. Lemon Pistachio is one of my favorites and a go to if I'm being indecisive. As far as their take on the Maple Bacon Long John, go across the street to Glazed & Infused... Stan's take is just lacking. As far as coffee, they serve Intelligentsia Coffee and have a full bar.
(4)
Jane R.

The main reason for my bad review is because the donuts are COOKED IN PIG LARD and this isn't advertised anywhere in the entire shop. I only learned this after eating a donut and being told later by an employee. Thanks a lot. But even if I weren't a vegetarian, I still wouldn't eat a donut cooked in a dead pig because I'm also a Jew. But if I weren't Jewish either, I still wouldn't eat this crap. The thought of it is disgusting. One minute, you're a pig. The next minute, you're frying a donut. Sounds like dessert to me. Bleh. But seriously, Stan's, you gotta post that your donuts are non-veggie friendly unless you're looking for a lawsuit from the vegetarians, Jews, Muslims, and all other non-pig eaters who wouldn't even think to ask if your donuts were fried in a dead animal because, seriously, who does that?!
(1)
Linda H.

I really like Stan's doughnuts. I used to patronize another doughnut shop on Damen/North/Milwaukee, but I was always frustrated because they had limited hours and tended to sell out often. Stan's has WAY more variety in the flavors they offer, everything I try is delicious, plus they have gelato. And now they just opened a late-night window, which is AMAZING. The doughnuts are not the best I have had (that goes to Sentry Foods in Walworth, WI, random, I know, but trust me), and I still can't get over paying $3-4 for a doughnut. But when the craving hits, Stans is where we end up.
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Jessi H.

Stan's will always and forever be my favorite donut place. Please come to NYC? :)
(5)
AJ M.

This place is a doughnut lovers dream! Set in the busy great location of wicker park. You walk in to a decor that reminds you of old school kitchen. The variety of doughnuts is pretty nice! The maple bacon was deff worth the try. The peanut butter banana pocket sounds amazing but was a little too heavy for me. In the sometimes your old reg glazed or chocolate frosted is the way to go!
(5)
Erika H.

I tried the Nutella Banana Pocket and the Cherry Cheese Danish. Like many girls, I'm a huge Nutella fan so of course I loved it, but for the price I could have found something similar elsewhere. The Cherry Cheese Danish was amazing though! Perfect combination of glaze, cherry, and the cheese...mouthwatering! It's a super small place though. 1- we felts rushed to put in our order because the line was quickly getting long, 2- we wanted to sit in and enjoy our donuts, but there was no space available. Don't expect to find anything healthy here though- it's all incredibly tasty sugar!
(4)
Jeff H.

Donut mecca for me, dear reader. Baked onsite, Intelligentsia coffee brewed, and donut flavors unknown to me make this one of the best donut shops I've ever visited. I thought the peanut butter cup was the best donut I ever had- peanut butter filled donut with chocolate glaze frosting...until they made a version stuffed with bananas too. Fugeddaboutit. It's out of control delicious. You know those biscuit cookies you get on airplanes, Biscoff? They make biscoff donuts. They don't suck! Blueberry fritters, apple fritters, buttermilk donuts, pistachio flavored, and on and on. I could continue to rave, but stop reading this and git yourself over to Stan's. Thank me later. I'll be the guy with peanut butter and banana on his face.
(5)
Shaz K.

Cute spot to meet friends for coffee and amazing donuts. The barista makes perfect lattes. She gave us samples of chai latte to try cause she had extra from the previous customer. Friendly service and great atmosphere.
(4)
Shereene M.

I loooooove this place! I wish I could eat donuts all day and not get huge.. Everything is yum. Even the Stan's donut gelato!
(5)
Jamie M.

Amazing donuts! I've tried firecakes and glazed and infused and this was definitely one of the better expierences I had with chicago donuts. I got the Nutella and banana pocket and WOW! Definitely better than my glazed and infused donut (I tried then side by side). If you're a fan of donuts do yourself a favor and give this place a try. I recommend trying their speciality donuts (pockets)
(5)
Evie Z.

I came to work and sitting on my desk is a vegan donut from Stans my friend Holly brought in. All is well with the world :)
(5)
K S.

If I had to choose this place is better than glazed and infused. Don't be intimidated by the long line , the staff is pretty fast and the line is quick. They have a better variety of donuts. Plus they stay open unlike glaze in which it seems they bake one big batch and of you're lucky they might have a product during brunch hours. Stan's is my new favorite place to get a pricey but yet worth it sweet treat .
(5)
Adam K.

"Across from Glazed & Infused? The gall of that Staniel!" New fan here, love the inside, staff is nice and friendly. Came here after the wicker park farmers market, which is awesome, to get the load of green stuff balanced with some sugar and gluten. Yeah. Recommend all, I had a huge mixture, the nutella and bacon was a little strange, but not bad. I think the standout winner is the dough, which is obvi fresher than Jazzy Jeff's sweater collection. Love.
(4)
Niamh O.

There are no words. Best donuts EVER! Aside from deadly the toppings and flavours- the actual donut is just perfect! I went for the pistachio glazed donut. There wasn't a strong pistachio flavour from it at all but I was still brill. My pal had the biscoff pocket which she loved. If she was getting it again she said she'd get the biscoff banana pocket! They went so well with the intelligencia coffees which were lovely. The wicker park area seems like it can be a bit pricey at times but this place was really good value!
(5)
Steven M.

I wanted to like this place very badly, wayne's world and all, but i just don't. The coffee and the donuts just aren't good. I guess i've only tried the cake varieties and not any of the filled ones, but the selections haven't been to great during my visits.
(2)
Christine K.

YUM! My favorite donut shop in our neighborhood. You can't beat this treat on a weekend. Lines can be long but move quickly. Delish!
(5)
Brian F.

With donuts, simpler is better. This place has the best glazed donut that I've ever eaten.
(5)
Angie R.

Stan is the man, omg the best donuts I have had in my life so far. I got us the peanut butter, banana chocolate glazed, the chocolate cake and the apple fritter. Yumminess, freshness, not too sweet I have to say very well balanced in all of these aspects of a donut. My fav so far is the peanut butter banana chocolate glazed. A bit pricey but a treat is a treat all in moderation.
(5)
Kim B.

The doughnuts are delicious! I can't fathom the idea of ever purchasing a doughnut from Dunkin doughnuts ever again after having Stans. They have such a variety that I can never choose! I swear it takes me about 5 minutes to pick which doughnut I want. They also serve coffee which is okay. The staff is nice enough but not what I would call warm and fuzzy friendly. Overall their doughnuts are awesome and worth the visit.
(4)
Marie B.

Did not disappoint. Read article about Stan's and with all the donut places that I already love, Glazed & Firecakes, how could I add another on my list? They made it super easy...classic donut taste with new flavors. I love a classic old fashion donut, but when u add pistachio and coconut to it-Boom! I haven't tried the donuts with filling, but will come back to do so!!! Easy El access...difficult car parking
(4)
Betty S.

I don't even like donuts, but my husband and I happened past this place after getting off at the Damen Blue Line Stop on our way to another place. The selection here was good, and it looked like they had plenty to go around, even at 4:00 p.m. on a Saturday afternoon. (Some donut/pastry shops sell out by late morning.) My husband got a blueberry filled donut and a nutella donut and claimed that the nutella donut was the best donut he has ever eaten, and this is coming from a guy from Europe. I was also pleasantly surprised that they had gluten-free donuts available and a little seating area. On their menu, they even had teas and coffees. I ordered the beignets and have to say they were delicious. The price is $2.50/per donut which is a bit steep for everyday, I think, but I would definitely stop in again if I'm over this way.
(5)
Marina H.

Stan's is the BEST donut shop in Chicago. Their variety is soooo great and their pockets are out of this world. Read my blog post about my obsession with Stan's and what I recommend getting! fromchicagowithlove.weebâ€¦
(5)
BD P.

Review by Becky: OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AMAZEBALLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This place is super cute and all the employees are very very friendly! I picked up a glazed pretzel, maple long john and a nutella & banana filled donut to share with my coworker this morning. The donuts were huge and delicious! Best donuts ever!!!!!! I was running around my office yelling and shoving donuts in my mouth freaking out about these mind blowing donuts! I can't wait to come back and try more amazing donuts!
(5)
Dawn F.

Love the donuts my favorite is the blueberry old fashion . I picked up a dozen last week a mix of glazed , twist , blueberry and some filled with bananas, they were all mouthwatering delicious.
(5)
Max G.

Never going back. I purchased a $2.50 specialty donut - which I was fine with...it was an overpriced donut, but I knew what I was getting into. Anyways, when I hit checkout, I was charged $3.50 + tax. I guess the cashier assumed screw it, let's make it an extra $1. If you want your donuts to be $3.50, then list them at $3.50. Don't defraud people into buying overpriced donuts, and then tack on an extra 40% charge. Also, donuts aren't that great. These aren't any better than Dunkin Donuts or any other place. They're just less round, and more sloppily made. My assumption is that the sloppiness makes them seem more artisan, which in turn commands a higher perceived value. However, taste wise, this donut's just a regular donut.
(1)
Felicity L.

$7.10 for a single donut + small iced coffee! Both were, meh-I've had far superior! Do-Rite and Glazed & Infused both blow Stan's out of the water! And both are much more fairly priced.
(1)
Junior D.

Walking through Wicker Park we noticed a long line if Hipsters waiting at Stan's, we decided to try them out and order a Lemon Pistachio cake doughnut. I wasn't paying attention to prices when cashier asked for $3.09, I was slightly taken back, I handed him my credit card, he then asked me if it was a cake doughnut and I said yes.....He then tacked on another 50 cents. 3.59 for a doughnut that wasn't any better than Dunkin, overly sweet and slightly dry. 2 stars for creativity and nice atmosphere. I really like supporting small business but I think I will stick to Dunkin
(2)
Kaela C.

"I'll have the Peanut Butter & Banana Pocket please." One bite. Was all it took. Doves flew out from nowhere into the sky. Classical music played in the background as my life turned into a slow motion movie. Was this the answer to life? Did I just die? Is this what heaven feels like? Omg. This is it. This is the light. Then my boyfriend gave me a spoon of his butter Belgian Sugar Cookie Gelato. No. This can't be. I was not a believer but now I believe. Jesus died so I could enjoy this deliciousness. If there was an ultimate doughnut shop in the form of the Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory this would be it. IF YOU DO NOT GO HERE I CAN NOT TRUST YOU AS A HUMAN BEING
(5)
Amanda Z.

Lately, I've been using donuts as a motivation to get me to take a nice walk. Delicious, fancy, carb-laden, sweet donuts. Why not, right? I walk a mile, I get a donut. But then I have to walk a mile home. SO I EAT TWO DONUTS. #lawyered #logic Stan's is pretty damn good. I find that I want to love the super-sweet donuts, but end up falling in love with the more traditional ones. Here was no exception. I ordered a double chocolate cake and a blueberry old fashioned. While I enjoyed the double chocolate (because, duh, Chocolate), I ADORED the blueberry old fashioned. My husband had the glazed and the peanut butter pocket. Same story there. LOVED the glazed. Enjoyed the peanut butter pocket,but it was too sweet for me. Price is high for plain donuts, but pretty on par with all the other fancy donut shops popping up. Obviously, I pay it and don't have issue with it, as I keep coming back for more. Intelligentsia coffee? Check. Super-duper friendly employees? Check. Darling interior? Check. Seriously, I loved my donuts and entire donut experience here. I will definitely be back when I need to get a little physical activity.
(4)
steve L.

Perfect balance of fluffiness on the inside and crispness on the outside except for the maple bacon long john which was heavy like a cake doughnut. Otherwise, all the other doughnuts we had were delicious.
(4)
Yvonne O.

Spending time at NWMH is made better by stopping over to grab a few of these delicious treats! Now, whenever I have an appointment, the husband assumes that a bag of these will accompany me home. We were also in the area for a party on Saturday and dropped-in just before they closed at 9 to grab the last of their glazed donuts! I prefer the cake-based ones, and the old-fashioned here do not disappoint. I'm not big on the filled ones, but there are so many choices, that everyone can find something they will like.
(5)
Jacob G.

The donuts and gelato at Stan's Donuts & Coffee are so good.
(5)
JB M.

Purchased a dozen for $30. Came late afternoon. Nutella ones were out, which unfortunately is what we wanted to try. Didn't seem like a ton of cake-donut options. Overall seemed a little overpriced. Clean and well kept store. I would be willing to give it another try.
(3)
Amanda P.

This place was ok, walked in on a whim while waiting for a table at Bongo Room. Donuts are very expensive and on my opinion not worth the high price, they are pretty good but not THAT good for the cost.
(3)
Allison P.

The people who gave Stan's less than 5 stars is absolutely freaking CRAZY! This place is amazing. Hands down the best donuts in the world!! Any comparison to Glazed & Infused is just wrong. I'm not a coffee drinker so I can't speak to how good their coffee is. Yes, their service can be off at times but as long as the workers give me delicious donuts and are somewhat friendly I'm happy. After all, I'll have donuts...
(5)
tages t.

Want to spend 3.50$ on the best doughnut you've ever had? Try the Peanut Butter Pocket. It is on the pricey side, but geewhizz it's good.
(5)
Angelica H.

Donuts ! This place is great.
(5)
Coleen K.

BEST DOUGHNUTS EVER! Do yourself a favor and order the Biscoff stuffed doughnut. You won't be disappointed.
(5)
Maddie R.

Fantastic Donuts! Great atmosphere! Super friendly employees! We a half dozen consisting of the Banana Peanut Butter, Lemon-Pistachio Old Fashioned, Pumpkin Old-Fashioned, Apple Fritter, Biscoff Pocket, and Boston Creme. They were all absolutely great!! Not greasy, dense, or dry at all! The filled ones has especially generous portions of filling inside that was a delight. The seasonal pumpkin doughnut was seriously one the best donuts I've ever had. We will certainly be back!!
(5)
S.A.M. R.

This place is amazing! I'm not a huge donut person and stans has changed me . Tried the regular glazed , the maple bacon one and a blueberry jelly donut . The plain glazed was my favorite!! Do not pass it up . The blueberry jam is made in house . Great coffee too . Don't plan on driving though, extremely hard to park around that intersection
(5)
Wei G.

Daughter wanted ice cream and brought me inside. Cool place for the kids and the donuts look amazing. I didn't have anything but the ambiance is very friendly and fun. My daughter loved her ice cream (gelato) and I have a feeling we'll come back for the donuts.
(5)
Erica I.

Good thing this place is far away from my, because the Biscoff banana pockets would be my new breakfast every weekend. I really liked how different the donuts sounded compared to the other donut shops in Chicago. The word "pretzel" with donut makes it sound so much more tasty, doesn't it?! And they also had a lemon pistachio donut, and pistachio is one of those flavors that isn't very common, but is really good since you don't eat it very often. Of course, the price is just like all the other donut shops where it's $2-3 for one donut, but I guess they've gotta keep the competition up. I think they should actually sell the donuts for like 50 cents a piece, and maybe they'd be the most popular one in town.
(5)
Joyce C.

...And it was only a matter of time that this review was going to be pushed to a 5 star... My lovely husband stopped by Stan's and brought home a box. Last time we did not get any of the glazed, and I was taunted by a coworker who said we missed out on the best thing there. And he was right, they were pretty awesome! The plain glazed and the pretzel glazed with the sugar/cinnamon inside are delicious!! It's soft but has a bite-y texture, and though a little heavy still on the glazed, I've never had a donut with this bready kind of texture. It's different and heavenly. I guess the only way I can describe it is, you know when you get a fresh piece of bread, and you go for the insides where it's got that fresh, soft texture? That's it, encapsulated in a donut!! We also tried the boston creme and the banana nutella, and though both good, I tend to veer closer to the simpler flavors. Well done Stan's, we are fans and we will be back!!
(5)
Rin P.

This review is about coffee. So I usually only stop in here to get some coffee (and a cinnamon sugar pretzel, omg). Starbucks is wearing thin on me, and I enjoy the taste of the coffee and espresso at Stan's. Just so you know, they have regular and decaf options for coffee beans and espresso beans. However, I've purchased hot mochas from this place on several occasions when the milk had not been steamed properly!! I'm usually in a rush or trying to catch a bus (that rhymed) and don't have the time (or even the heart) to tell those employees they can't make a proper espresso drink. I suggest that the owner buy some thermometers for the employees and educate them all on the proper temperature of milk for lattes and the like. It's really disappointing to grab my drink and go, only to find out it won't be as satisfying because it's not piping hot. Yes, I've been given a lukewarm drink from these guys before. So, yeah. I still like this place. And I guess I'd still get coffee from here. I anticipate reaping the benefits of their coffee-making skills later on!
(3)
H. K.

Biscoff Banana Pockets out of this world!
(5)
Monique E.

Gluten-free donuts!!!!
(5)
Edz L.

Their pocket nutella and banana was the bomb and hot choco was great too. Not enough seats but i guess they want people to take them out instead. Too pricey thats why its just a 3 star review for me.
(3)
David A.

Open on New Years, winning business. Loved this place so much, I went back a few days later for another half dozen. Have been to a few specialized donut places like Glazed and Infused and End Grain. Each of which have their advantages, but I will say I will be back at Stan's for more. So many options, full store front, full service Coffee, good seating options as well as takeout. If you are looking for some great donuts, I highly recommend Stan's.
(5)
Mr. R.

I went this past Thursday. Not too crowded, no line...fast service...that's good. But....I ordered all old fashioned donuts with different toppings, like blueberry, chocolate orange, pistachio, vanilla and orange glazed. The flavors just didn't 'POP' as I anticipated from their stellar appearance. Just not enough for me to go 'Ooooh....pistAHCHio!' or really salivate with each bite for a chocolate orange medley of nom-nom. The coffee was perfect. I just wasn't wowed by the base of the donut or the flavors as I expected them to be as over the top as the donuts looked. And speaking of looks, I still have a hard time with restaurant staff sporting nose rings and nail polish, that to the best of my knowledge is a big no-no with the Health Department. Oh well. I still have Huck Finn's, which is by far the best for donuts and to die for cinnamon scones.
(2)
Sara J.

I live in the area, addicted to sweets, have tried all the shops same old story for a sugar feign like me. I love the concept and the energy in the shop. I have tried: -old fashioned buttermilk -pistachio lemon old fashioned Mind you on two separate occasions. The buttermilk was excellent, can rival any other great doughnut in the city, glazed and doughnut vault. Problem was the pistachio was old, I am talking probably 2 days. The lemon flavor was disappointingly artificial, and did I mention it was stale as day old bread. That is my biggest pet peeve, you are a bakery all goods should be fresh! Anyways, the staff was great and the place is darling. I am hesitant to revisit but maybe this time I'll try something new. Work with me Stan!
(3)
Zorin D.

I didn't try anything other than the Lemon Pistachio Donut when I went but it was great. I can't wait to go back and try some more. It was quick and I was in and out in no time. The prices also weren't bad at all.
(4)
Sarah H.

Blueberry old fashioned donut rocked my world...cake like and perfect amount of icing, soft and delish!
(5)
Jeannine K.

Holy crap this place is magical. Stayed in the area for the weekend and had the chance to try several kinds and they were all amazing. They also have intelligenista coffee which is one of my favs,
(5)
Hope S.

This shop is tiny but well decorated. We stopped before boarding the Blue Line to follow the marathoners last weekend. The donut selection is out of this world. Two of us narrowed our selections to three types (it was hard!) and shared all of them. Coconut cake, buttermilk bar, and cinnamon/sugar twist. Each was better than the last. The Intelligentsia coffee just made the whole experience better. Yum, yum! Would definitely return!
(5)
Sarah A.

I like Stan's. I've had their donuts in the past, but didn't realize until after paroozing through yelp that some of their donuts are made of lard. As I was taking a bite of the nutella-banana stuffed pocket, I read the review, set down my donut and called to ask. The girl who answered assured me that they do not use lard and that all donuts are made of soybean oil. Feeling reassured, I continued to chow down on my donut. I wanted to confirm that there is no lard used because I have been a vegetarian my entire life. This morning while biking to work my husband had an itching for Stan's, so we stopped. Being my neurotic self, I double checked with the woman at the front if they use lard. She stated that all of their donuts except for the old fashioned contain lard. Gross. I don't mind that a place uses lard, but they should disclose this and not be dishonest when a customer asks.
(2)
Blaise H.

Good donuts and good coffee. But just good. Chicago has a lot of donut joints now, and few if any of them really stand out. They all seem to be doing the same thing, which is fine if you are better then Dunkin Donuts, but I am not going to pay a $3 to $4 for a donut that doesn't blow me away. If there is a box of these in my office, I'll probably grab one, but I won't be the one going to buy the box. I'd rather save the calories and $$$ for something else. Harsh, but the truth.
(3)
Arlene G.

i only tried 1 donut & it was soooooooo good that i definitely have to come back & try others! i saw this shop when i was leaving ANOTHER donut shop across the street & i decided to be greedy & see what they have. I forgot the name of the donut i got but it had chocolate & bananas inside of it. YUM YUM YUM!!!
(4)
Eneida A.

Went there today with a couple of friends from school. We're all nutrition students, of course lol. Anyway we coaxed ourselves into getting two different donuts and splitting them four ways. We got a coconut cream one - delicious We also got a cookie butter (Biscoff) one with bananas... Let me walk you through this. I can't even describe the taste. It's perfect. I didn't want it to end and neither did any of my friends. I bit into it... Died. Went to heaven. Met God. Took a nap. Came back to earth. Married Harry Styles or Joseph Gordon Levitt.. Who ever you fancy more, and then I fell into a pile of petals. So so good. Needless to say, definitely recommended.
(5)
Stephen J.

Some of the best donuts I've had in Chicago. Biscoff filled and Nutella filled donuts definitely have me coming back. A bit on the pricy side for a baked good, but you get what you pay for. 70 cents for Dunkin, or a few bucks for this amazingness.
(4)
Philly G.

Half a dozen will cost you about $15. Nutella pocket frosting was a bit too sweet. Pistachio and lemon pistachio donuts were great. Banana pocket is a must.
(4)
Chris C.

I recently purchased a Biscoff donut during evening travels through WP and it was good the next morning. I loved the wall display with all the Kitchen Aid mixers.
(4)
Ryan H.

Holy cow. Efficient service, and the best darn donut I've ever had. An overwhelming amount of creative flavor combinations and classics, and the donuts are huge to boot. I can't not come back here the next time I'm in town.
(5)
Colleen C.

Donuts: Plenty of flavors, both simple and unique. I've tried: chocolate glazed, old fashioned, chocolate cake, blueberry fritter, maple long john, lemon pistachio.... and that's not even being adventurous! Customer Service: Excellent! Samples and kind employees go very far. Just tonight, I walked in and asked to have a message written on a donut. The woman selected the donut with the best surface area for the task and in less than 5 minutes, I had a personalized donut that read "Happy 27th B-Day" at no extra charge. Best yet, my (potentially annoying) request was met with a smile! Thanks, Stan's! Convenient hours, variety, nice people... I can see why Stan's is always busy!
(5)
Brian C.

Good graces for Stan's in that they actually serve donuts that aren't at nosebleed prices (like so many of the "gourmet" donut places in the City do.) $1.75, $2.50, $3.50. The donuts themselves are a godsend. Cake donuts have a good crust, the dough isn't overly sweet by any measure, the glazes/frosting are at a good balance with the dough. The yeast donuts, *holy moley* next to Old Fashioned Donuts, these are spectacular. They weren't even warm and the dough was delicious. A little heightened sweetness, a full, moist texture with a glaze that didn't make the crust mushy. Oh, man. I went on a Saturday morning, so the serving line was a bit chaotic (though very orderly. I was fortunate to miss a long line that built after me.) A truly good donut with reasonably reasonable flavors. Marks high on my list.
(4)
Michael S.

To Glazed and Infused....thanks for the memories....I do hope you still survive. To Stan's Donuts....your glazed donut is so simple, and yet, so perfectly fantastic! Thank you. I look forward to a long and sweet relationship.
(5)
Tina O.

Donuts were absolutely delicious and the staff there was very nice and friendly. They were a bit pricey though
(4)
Sherrie T.

I was really excited to try this shop since I am an avid donut fan. The donuts were okay till I bit into one of the Boston Creme and the pastry cream was curdled. So I brought it to the attention of the counter person (a brunette lady with glasses) and instead of offering me a new donut or at least was apologetic about the situation. She was rude and replied that all of their Boston Creme was like that. She did'nt even bother to be nice about the situation. I was just trying to point out that their pastry cream is lumpy since I have been a pastry chef for such a long time and know what a good pastry cream should look like. The way they handled this was so dissapointing and could'nt believe that they hire these kind of people to sell their donuts. I am second guessing myself if I would even go back here,
(1)
Ashley O.

I hate donuts, but I love Stan's donuts.
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Shelly A.

Of course, donuts are great - it's just a fact of life. And the donuts we had at Stan's last week were definitely great. But in a city where there's a novelty donut shop every few blocks, I don't really see what Stan's is bringing to the table in terms of something unique or exciting. We have so many great donut options in Chicago (and in WP itself) and I don't really feel the need to go running back to Stan's anytime soon. The people were friendly and I like the overall look of the space. The coffee was dangerously hot - pretty much undrinkable for like 15 minutes. If I'm walking by, I could find myself craving another one but I wouldn't go out of my way. I know this is a big thing in LA and I like the idea of different cities having their own well-known names and places, so I'd rather let LA have this one!
(3)
Lisa M.

The donuts are AMAZING! I love the location, decor, staff, and the DONUTS! My favorite is the basic glaze AND the biscoff with the "graham cracker stuff" in the center. I love Glazed and Infused, but honestly? Stan's is my NEW favorite
(5)
Kristen M.

Stan's is great and and everything tastes good but I've been here a few times and the people that work there are nice, sometimes they don't seem too happy to be there, I've gotten my drink order wrong a few times and i think i can just live without going here. there are other coffee places around. ill try it again some time.
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Marissa D.

The donuts are a good size! One is very filling, practically a meal! The customer service was good and although the line was long it moved fast. It's very easy going overboard and quickly spending more than intended. I got two specialty donuts and spent over $8 with no coffee. But these donuts were delish!
(4)
Elaine M.

Old fashioned doughnuts are my favorite. I really liked Stan's vanilla OF and their citrus OF. We also shared the blueberry cheesecake doughnut (yum), the maple bacon doughnut (good, but weirdly smoky with lots of nuts), and biscoff banana cream (unique flavor combination, my kids' favorite). Half a dozen doughnuts for $14 plus tax is pretty expensive to me, but as a once in a while treat, it's manageable.
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Edward S.

Wins best donut in Chicago for me. As far as staples go, the Nutella/Banana is decadent and the pistachio-lemon old-fashioned is a nice twist on a classic. One donut worth noting on rotation was the chicago-mix, which has a creme-bulee like caramel coating with a neon-orange (but not overwhelmingly cheesy) cream filling.
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Shana B.

First, let me say I don't really like donuts. They're good and all, but it wouldn't be my first choice. However, I'm pregnant and I HAD to have one and we just happened to be walking by Stan's. Got the vanilla old fashioned and a hot chocolate and left there one happy lady. Cute decor, nice vibe, clean bathrooms and delicious donuts.
(3)
Yanira R.

The best donuts I've tried in a long time, fresh and just as sweet as you want them. The Pistachio doughnut is one of my favorite, a must try if Stan's is your first time.
(5)
Andreas X.

My entire feedback is based on (1) pistachio lemon old fashioned donut, which I was told, unsolicited, was the best old fashioned. The pros: not greasy, light enough, good texture. The cons: (1) donut cost $3.87 (tax inc.). To me, too much. Second, if you're going to charge that much for a donut, it had better taste like what it's named: lemon, pistachio, and donut. It's true, it was green, and it's true, there were whiffs of lemon. Beyond that, no actual flavor to back up that big name and cost. The overwhelming sensation was overwhelmingly: refined sugar. Clean place, great location, and decent interior design means that I might return for coffee. But probably not for donuts.
(3)
Jenny Y.

Ahhhhh I'm all about Stan's biscoff doughnuts it's a cookie butter filled doughnut that just melts in your mouth. It's not too sweet which is just the way I like my desserts. You got to try their biscoff doughnut if you're a fan of cookie butter! (Cinnamon/gingerbread taste with a peanut butter texture).
(4)
Rebecca R.

I brought Stan's Donuts to my family Easter this past weekend. Some were awesome and some were just ok. It was difficult to rate them as the review was split between my family and I. I suppose my advice is to read the reviews and pick the donuts that jump out to you. They are open way longer than Glazed and Infused across the street which is always helpful. I'd give them a shot. There are so many to choose from! Great little place to sit and enjoy your coffee while you try your choices too which is a great plus.
(3)
Ryan M.

If the #1 location for a donut store is next door to a police station then next to an EL train has to be #2....how can you resist grabbing a warm, soft, sweet donut for your 10 minute train ride downtown. I feel bad for Glazed&infused across the street. They laid the blue print and then Stans came along and made a better donut but hey that's capitalism. 1 star grade as they are a little pricey.
(4)
Katie V.

The Pretzel Donuts aren't pretzel dough they are just twisted like a pretzel. The old fashions taste like cake donuts. The Peanut Butter Pocket was good.
(2)
Jennifer R.

While I am a huge fan of Glazed and Infused (I have dreamed about their coffee glaze), I believe Stan's Donuts is poised to win the Wicker Park fancy donut war. Both create a wonderfully creative, visually appealing, and delicious donut but Stan's is winning me over with their selection and hours. G&I has a limited selection and closes in the early afternoon (except for their late-night weekend re-opening). They will close early if they run out of donuts. This happens a lot. So, where can I get a donut to ruin my dinner at 5pm? Stan's. Who has a vastly larger selection of donuts? Stan's. G&I may have more locations but when I pass through WP, I'm finding myself gravitating toward those cute little pink boxes.
(4)
Alex R.

Good Donuts. Good Variety.
(5)
Jon B.

Mmmmm, donuts.
(4)
Matt M.

Great little place right across the street from another great donut place, Glazed and infused. I had a maple long john and macchiato which were both great. The donuts are of good quality not what you'll find at a Dunkin donuts. The macchiato was also well prepared and served at a perfect temperature. Would definitely recommend! The staff are all friendly and always greet you with a smile
(5)
Abby Z.

I'm giving this new neighborhood donut spot 4 stars based on the donuts but 1 measly star for the layout. It was 10 degrees today and we walked in for the first time to pick up some doughy goodness. When we opened the door it was crowded but there was literally nowhere to move to. The people in line had nowhere to go based on how the line snakes around, and the people paying and leaving are asking you to move constantly so they can get out. This not only made the entry freezing cold, but also uncomfortable since you are constantly getting bumped into by either the door or people. I truly hope they take the feedback to heart and close off the door in front of the donut counter and primarily only have patrons use the door by the creamer/sugar area opposite the front door where there is a perfectly placed unobtrusive entry and exit just waiting to be used by all. As for the donuts, they are so much better than their competition across the street. These are fresh and fluffy and the flavors and abundant. We tried a maple glazed, a glazed, and an orange vanilla old fashioned. Normally I hate old fashioned donuts but these had an incredible crunch on the exterior and a cakey texture inside with a glaze that was not overly sweet. Yum.
(4)
Christina S.

I swear this place is going to be the sugary death of me. Unfortunately, I live in the area and have way too easy access to this place. My waistline currently is not very happy with me...=( I have to say that Stan's definitely has the best donunts I've tried in the city, though admittedly, I have not tried all the big players in the Chicago donut game. I prefer the yeasty (raised) donuts over the cake-like (old fashioned) ones. They are always really fresh, chewy and delicious. They have ridiculous(ly amazing) stuffed donuts that will blow your mind and your waistline, but they are definitely worth experiencing. I also really enjoy their chocolate drizzled pretzel donut. Always fresh. Oh god, I have to stay away from Stan's....at least until I can fit into my pants again...
(5)
Frido F.

These doughnuts are classic and delicious. They have some fancy flavors, but they have plenty of traditional flavors too in case you just want something safe and tasty. The hours are great, and the staff is friendly. If you have to choose between Glazed across the street and Stan's, choose Stan's. They have plenty of seating and a much wider selection of doughnuts and coffee.
(4)
Bryant H.

The donuts were delicious as well as the coffee. A great place to study or catch up on some work.
(5)
Maurice P.

So I've seen this spot before just passing and going. Normally, I've satiated my taste for an upscale doughnut by going to "Glazed and Infused" across the street. So I've been aware of Stans, but never really was in the mood to deviate. This morning, however, I had to run an early errand in the Wicker Park area. When I was finished, I thought to myself, "Let me go to Stans and check out the goods and surprise my wife with something sweet and tasty when she wakes up". When I walked in, I wanted to acclimate myself with the menu and choices first, so I stood in the corner to see what they had and allowed other patrons to pass me. When I was finally confident in my order, I proceeded to the counter. When asked what I wanted, I pointed out the specialty old fashions that I was interested in. After the 2nd doughnut I asked for, the lady asked "how many of these do you want?" By "these" I assumed that she meant the specialty old fashions. I replied "just 4". After I got my four, I completed my order with 2 regular glazed. She immediately got frustrated with me and asked "wait, do you want a bag or a box?" And I said, "Whatever works for you." Not knowing that she was upset. Then she said, "Well, you said you wanted 4 total. If I knew you wanted 6, I would've grabbed a box." I didn't know what her initial game plan was when it came to storing my items, nor am i familiar with the volume of "Bag vs Box" when it comes to holding their donuts for customers. Maybe I should've called their corporate office first so I could've had the logistics. I proceeded to apologize since obviously, I was making this difficult, I then told her that if a box would be more appropriate, that's fine, my apologies. But what got me was she still proceeded to make me feel even more guilty by going on and on about me asking for 4 when I should've said 6 (Very verbal and quite loud). The thing is, I owned my part of being at fault, I owned up to it, and I apologized. There wasn't any reason to continue to highlight what I (unintentionally) did. By this time, patrons are looking at me funny and so are her colleagues. So much in fact that the young lady, who was quite bubbly with the patrons ahead of me, proceeded to ring me up as if I just got done slapping her mama. I mean really? DANG! I walked out of there as rejected as Donald Sterling would be at the Apollo Theatre and went straight to the car. Needless to say, this was enough for me to make the informed decision to NOT return back to Stans and to happily go back to the loving and trusting people of Glazed and Infused (ACROSS THE STREET). Stans, Im sure your intentions are good of being a friendly neighborhood coffee and donuts spot, but I highly recommend that you do not make your PAYING customers regret ever having to step in there...because I sure do.
(1)
Deborah C.

Lemon pistachio donut... I only had a bite, but it was delicious! Crunchy and light. Super mild flavors though. Will return to sample others.
(4)
Patrick D.

Good beignet the special today. The coffee was not that good. My young boys loved the chocolate covered chocolate cake donut which I found better than the raised dough glazed.
(4)
Elv A.

Love their donuts! I especially enjoyed their chocolate and glazed donuts. They also have great service. We were there on a busy Saturday morning and although there was a line, it moved pretty quickly. I am even more excited about enjoying these donuts closer to home, since the Labriola Bakery in Oakbrook sells their donuts every other Saturday.
(5)
Sean H.

My God, now thats a proper dunut. Great service as well but to be fair, I didn't go here for the nice factor. Adrenalin ran smartly after 15 minutes. Amazing!
(5)
Char Y.

we came and the line was crazy on a saturday. we ordered pistachio cake nutela pocket cappuccino the donuts were delicious but the coffee was seriously lacking in quantity and quality. apparently the barista making the coffee didn't know how to.
(4)
Wanda M.

The coconut is incredibly moist and perfect coconut flavor. The peanutbutter pocket is better than any peanutbutter sandwich known to humankind. Surprised at the $6 charge for two donuts, but they are possibly the best donuts I have ever had.
(4)
Alex A.

Stans has a great selection of delicious donuts! Got an old fashioned with vanilla gelato in the middle and had a jolly ol' time eating it. Also tried a pumpkin donut and the pistachio old fashioned. Will be back soon with a stomach awaiting some gelato!
(4)
Natasha C.

Thanks Stan for making me believe in the powerful goodness that is a cake donut. I ventured here after looking for a place to grab a good wholesome donut close to work. I'm so over DD. I parked in that loading zone, left on the flashers and prayed the parking demons were also more worried about donuts than tickets. Per other yelpers, I got the pistachio and a buttermilk bar. I saved the buttermilk bar as my reward for running that evening (don't judge me), and I found my husband nibbling on it. The next day, I find Myself pulling up to Stan'd AGAIN for a citrus and pistachio. Soooo good. Yes, I'll be running a lot more because of you Stan and you donuts from heaven. My husband even took some to work for their Friday donut mornings and they devoured them. Stan you have also captured the heart and tummy of my husband who pretty much thinks EVERYTHING is "meh". He's fallen for your coconut donuts. So, thank you Stan for encouraging me to run more. You are certainly good for my health. Stan, you da man! PS: I looked over at "glazed and infused" across the street....Stan, you da man.
(5)
Keagan C.

Just went to Stan's donuts today and was pleased with what I got. I had a simple glazed chocolate and my brother had a chocolate peanut butter puff pocket. Overall these donuts were fresh and we got there around 11:00am. The coffee was not the greatest and I was kind of bummed about that because I enjoy a good cup of joe with my donut. The atmosphere was pleasant and the staff was very kind. It has a nice peppy environment. Overall I would check Stan's out again but just for the donuts. I would possibly walk somewhere else to get a coffee.
(3)
Mark S.

SO GOOD. Between Stan's and Glazed and Infused across the street, I'd have to go with Stan's! They have a larger selection of donuts, and given that both sell expensive, gourmet donuts, I think that Stan's are just flat-out higher quality. It's right down the street from where I'm working this summer, so I will probably be here much more, but so far my favorite donut is the Cinnamon Sugar donut. The flavor was amazing, and I the texture of the doughnut was just awesome - not too heavy, but not too light at the same time. As expected though, the donuts here are quite pricey. I paid around $5.50 for a small coffee (Intelligentsia) and a single donut. While definitely worth it, I probably won't be doing this every day. Probably good for my overall heart health as well.
(4)
Mariam K.

I'm loving this new donut trend... I've always been a huge fan of donuts. This has to be my favorite in Chicago so far. I had the nutella and banana pocket and the biscoff cream, which I heard were the 2 most popular ones... and I would have to agree with everyone. They were light and fluffy and even though I had them a couple hours after they were bought, they were still fresh. I had 4 in one day.. and I don't regret it!
(5)
Larry L.

A popular donut & coffee cafe in Wicker Park. Conveniently right off the Damen train stop, however difficult to find parking if your driving. Recommend Peanut Butter Pocket and the Nutella Pocket.
(4)
Emily L.

LOVE LOVE Stan's donuts! I consider myself a donut aficionado and this place takes the cake! The donuts are always fresh, and I haven't yet tried one I don't like. My favorite? the Banana Biscoff. Their coffee is fresh and strong, too, making this the perfect breakfast/dessert destination. With a late night take-out window and friendly staff...not sure why you'd waste timing going across the street.
(5)
Dinesh J.

Love it!!! Love it!! Try their cake donuts ... So good, makes me so happy I live in the neighborhood ... Also love the coffee and any specials ... Rather have it than anything else in life ... Enjoy you will not regret it
(5)
Nessa M.

These donuts are so soft and not too sweet BUT the cream in the boston cream was chunky and weird. Everyone is so nice and their selection is HUGE!
(4)
Louise P.

The only place we go for donuts now. Glazed is perfect--not too light, not too heavy. Washing it down a cup of Intelligentsia seals the deal.
(5)
atrack b.

I had the pistachio glazed, toffee cake, and Biscoff pocket. All were tasty, but I've had better donuts. I'm not a fan of the price either.
(3)
Michael E.

Can't go wrong with Stan's. One of the premier donut shops in Chicago. It's not too expensive either $2-4 per donut and they're very good size. Friendly, quick, and helpful service. I got the cinnamon pretzel shaped donut and the original glazed and I was just itchin' for more. GO TO STANS!!
(5)
Grace C.

HUGE fan of Stan's since all the way in Westwood-Los Angeles, CA! My favorite then and what still remains as my favorite is the peanut butter chocolate pocket donut - SO GOOD. I was however very disappointed by the service here as it was not even very crowded when we went and the employee looked annoyed, angry, and was unpleasant. Hire some happier employees, Stan!
(3)
Bella D.

The decor is so cute, service is friendly. Some of the donuts are just too sweet! I think they're double glazed. Come for the gelato! Get donuts across the street.
(3)
Sue C.

Stan's donut bright up my day from a stressful working day. Got home and saw this cute pink box fulfilled with half dozen donuts that my brother bought it. From the first bite, that I totally could notice the difference. It is So delicious and chewy comparing to franchise donut. So far this is the best donut that I had tried. I started Google and yelping this place online. Makes me really want to go visit this store at wicker park in person and try more difference kind of donuts.
(4)
Krystal C.

I didn't try any other donut besides the normal glazed one-- but it was enough for me to come back for more! Great location (get a donut after the bars & before hopping on the CTA). haha definitely recommend :)
(5)
T T.

Really cute place. The donuts are dee-licious! Many unique variations. Intelligentsia coffee served here as well.
(5)
Chrissy M.

Forget your calorie count! I can't even remember which donut I had but it was delish :) Swinging by later to buy some for the family.
(5)
Vanessa N Frankie A.

I tried the old fashion pistachio donut with lemon it was not good the lemon overpowered the pistachio the texture of the donut was dry and too crumbly I most likely won't be going there at all $3.55 for a donut is ridiculous!!!!! I lived here in wicker park my whole life and really hate what this niehborhood has become it is overcrowded, expensive and filled with a bunch of out of state, small town snobs
(1)
Marka C.

Amazing! The staff was really incredible. They made sure that everyone in line was attended to, and the cashier was very sweet. They have an amazing selection of donuts--so much that I was trying to decide for several minutes. The prices seem a little high, but the donuts are huge and very filling. The shop is very cute and they do have free wifi. I will definitely be coming back here!
(5)
Daniel H.

Very disappointing. I was looking forward to a great donut on a rainy day: they gave me the wrong donut and it appeared stale and crumbly: not a good crumbly. Threw it away and went to The Blue Line.
(1)
Amanda C.

I'm not a major doughnut person. But this was good. Especially after a martini from the blue line. They were out of bacon doughnuts so I opted for something more normal. Chocolate. Yep. That's all I got. Nice people working there.
(4)
Natalka K.

a delicious array of donuts that will make you get off your diet. airy, new place opened up not too long ago right across the street from another donut shop by the el stop. here you can have your breakfast and coffee while people watching as they go to the blue line. i couldn't decide from all the donuts that were right in front of me, so i settled for an apple fritter.
(4)
Carmen C.

As a person who it's trying to cut sweets off, I can't do it after finally trying this place! It is amazing. I tried the nutella filled donut and old fashioned, both were great!
(5)
Wing C.

Out of all the doughnut places I've heard, Stan's is by far my favorite. The blueberry fritter is good, but nothing compares to the original glazed. It's so light and fluffy, you can see the doughnut rise back up after you take a bite. It's perfectly sweetened too. I've also tried the doughnut flavored gelato and speculoos gelato, but those were too heavy for a summer day. This is a great place to get a quick bite to eat or to sit in the communal tables to chat.
(4)
Colleen M.

The perfect donuts. Stan knows what's up. Their Nutella pocket is out of this world. No donut can compare.
(5)
Zach E.

I'm now a returning customer consistently to Stan's. Hands down the best glazed doughnut my taste buds have ever been presented. Flakey, but just right puffy dough. Fresh tasting, never stale. I'm a 2 glazed & a large mocha guy. Delicious. & addicted.
(5)
Rachael C.

Ok. The hype around this place is definitely justified. I an not even a "donut person", but these are friggin awesome! Just go. Try anything. So good.
(5)
Stephen C.

Just an average donut shop that is strangely right across from Glazed and infused. The one donut that I do enjoy (although very sweet and rich) is the biscoff donut because it really does taste like a biscoff biscuit. That however is the only donut worth going for IMO.
(3)
L. Danovia ..

Forget all the rest. When you want a great donut, EVERYTIME, go to Stans. The Nutella pocket is my favorite. LOVE Stans!
(5)
Dan R.

I think I just consumed 2000 calories.
(4)
Gigi D.

I usually say donut vault has the best. The old fashion is my standard . I had a bite of the nutella pocket and was blown away. Its a yeast donut filled with nutella. I don't usually like yeast donuts, but this was just outstanding.
(4)
Rose A.

I never thought I'd say this but the two flavors I had, old fashion & pistachio lemon donuts, were way too sweet. I've had better in south side Chicago.
(1)
Rebekka T.

$4 for a donut? Uh, no.
(1)
Terry Q.

What to say about the peanut butter pocket? What isn't there to say about the peanut butter pocket... A bolus of peanut butter assails the senses. The other donuts are but a mirage. The atmosphere is youthful in spirit, but the decor is mature. Friendly staff goes out of their way to ensure you feel welcome. A few cups of joe among friends blossoms amid Stan's donuts. Generally, chicken is very dry. Four stars.
(3)
Autumn H.

Yummy LA CA style doughnuts. You can't go wrong. Friendly service. Flavors range from the normal glazed to the what the peanut butter stuffed is that. Fun little shop worth anyone's doughnut craving.
(5)
Rich L.

Go in and get a scoop of gelato in a cut open donut then pressed in a panini press. Warm on the outside. Cold on the inside. So good!
(5)
KJ E.

These might very well be the best donuts I have ever had in my entire life. Thankfully I don't live off of the train line otherwise I'd be here every day and I'd be well on my way to 400 pounds. For my first stop I tried three different kinds. THe beignet didn't make it home. I tried to save the chocolate with sprinkles for the next day, that was also a fail. It's only been one day and I'm already plotting my trip back.
(5)
Kimberly M.

I'm never going to be skinny for sure now. Thanks.
(5)
Michael S.

Great assortment and super friendly staff. My main complaint is the price: $3.50 for one donut. My local Jewel Osco has donuts for 59 cents. Yes, the quality is different, but it certainly was not 5x better as the price would suggest.
(3)
Jacqueline G.

I first tried the donuts a few months ago & brought a few to my family and they are the talk of our home! We love the dense texture and bold flavors. Try the old fashioned blueberry! YUM!!!!!!
(5)
Eugene W.

Donuts are a close second to my all time favorite from Voodoo in Portland. One star because of high price, but the variety pack I picked up from Labriola this past weekend was a yummy collection. Had a couple left after 72 hours and although a little less moist, still very good. Classic glazed was my favorite.
(4)
Maddie S.

Stan's is a great place to stop by after getting home from the train or meeting a friend in the neighborhood. Their old fashioned and glazed donuts are my personal favorites. Though they are a pit pricey, they are a good portion to split. I don't come here often though just because there are so many delicious places to try in wicker park.
(4)
Kee V.

Most of Stan's donuts are good. I ordered a half dozen to split between friends and some coffee. We tried the blueberry cheese, plain glazed, apple fritter, chocolate glaze old fashioned, Biscoff donut and a Boston creme. We made a mistake getting a plain glazed because it was fairly average. The Boston Creme was disappointing because the creme wasn't sweet at all. The apple fritter and old fashioned were good and are probably very good when absolutely fresh. If you have experienced the apple fritter from Old Fashioned donuts it's hard to eat one after that and not expect disappointment. My personal favorites were the blueberry cheese and Biscoff. The blueberry cheese is a danish but in donut form. There's just the right amount of cream cheese to blueberry. The Biscoff tastes just like the cookie but was a tad too lite with the filling. The service was very good. I liked that one of the employees took drink orders as people waited in line. It was operating very efficiently. I think they did a nice job with the design and getting the most seating out of the small shop. Personally, donuts aren't worth driving great distances for but if you're near by and craving something sweet, Stan's is a solid option
(4)
Jessica J.

Donut was very good, but the prices are inexcusable. $3.75 for a single old-fashioned. Just stupid.
(2)
Arlene A.

Delightful! Traditional and a bottle of milk! It's like being a kid again. Happy I don't walk past it daily. Mmmmmmm
(5)
Breanne G.

Okay, I'm not a big donut connoisseur, but I do like to indulge on a few every so often. Boy I'm I glad that I decided to walk here in the snow storm. I hope I was able to burn off some calories from those deadly good creations. The hubby and I decided on the apple fritter, the orange old fashioned with chocolate frosting, and another donut that resembled an apple fritter but had a wonderful gingersnap butter filling (can't remember the name). We had some assistance from the guy behind the counter (thank-you!!). The apple fritter and the gingersnap donut were beyond delicious, but I think I may be in diabetic shock right now (light and fluffy to sugar perfection). If you have self-control and can only eat a few bites and save the rest for later, then these are the donuts for you (or maybe share it). A little goes a long way... both were way too delicious. As for the orange old fashioned with chocolate frosting, you can eat the whole thing and not feel too bad (heck, maybe even have two). The flavors together were done to perfection! I loved the chocolate frosting with the orange cake and it wasn't overbearing. I definitely recommend you try this place on your cheat day. What a nice treat!! I will be back... My only complaint would be the prices. What if you wanted to buy a dozen or two to share?
(5)
Stan P.

I grew up with the original Stan's Donuts in Westwood, CA. So while I like the store I'm surprised there aren't vintage photos of UCLA adorning the walls. And I come to the place already a fan. We tried the glazed, the cinnamon stick, and the blueberry roll. All terrific. Wish they hadn't run out of the varieties I remember from 25 years ago: cream cheese blueberry, jelly, and reese's. Eager to find out if the new store rivals the original. I will come back to find out.
(4)
Donald L.

I ran across Stan's Donuts by accident while my future son-in-law and I were out searching for wedding tuxedos. One of the nutella filled donuts, and we were hooked. We subsequently ordered 150 of these as surprise gifts for our wedding guests at the end of the evening, each packaged in an attractive pink box. They were also able to arrange delivery to the event. I need little in the way of an excuse to stop by. Stan's offers the best donuts I've had anywhere.
(5)
Grantland D.

The doughnuts deserve a 5, but the service is sad. They had 8 people behind the counter today (a Saturday). Think they could have moved the line? Nope. Most of them were just standing around trying (not too hard) to figure out who was in line next. The cashier didn't know how much a cinnamon roll was! So she had to check on the register, and then the register froze, slowing up the line even more. How can you possibly ring people up all day and not know how much one of your 15 doughnuts costs? Service got a 1. I love doughnuts, and am a traditionalist. Glazed and Confused across the street (sorry guys) is simply too "fancy." Come for the doughnuts, but hope that they have figured out the service problems. Maybe hire someone from a Dunkin Donuts, rather than University of Chicago grads.
(3)
Joey R.

Stan's Donuts are the best in town. I past quite a few donut shops just to get to Stan's. The Glazed Pretzel Twist is amazing. Of course you can't go wrong with the regular glazed donut. The staff is very nice and friendly as well.
(5)
B G.

I usually don't write negative reviews and often give a place a second chance but the customer service at this place is so bad that I have to let others know. Mind you, I tried (in good faith) to contact the owner, Rich, about my complaints (see below) before yelping via phone and email several times and I got ZERO response. This was almost a week ago so clearly poor customer service is present across the staff and management at this joint. Here's my experience: I go to the Wickerpark store with my 2.5 yr old son, 15 month old daughter and my sister/nanny almost weekly after my son's Lil Kickers soccer class. My son loves the donuts, which are good but EXTREMELY overpriced. When we ordered, I asked the girl behind the counter for my son's donut (chocolate frosted) to be in a separate bag because I didn't want the chocolate to get on the other donut for my daughter and my son loves having his own bag. We go to pay and the girl put the donuts in the same bag even though I asked her minutes before not to do that. We were the only ones in line so the employee was not busy just didn't listen since she was clearly distracted my the other employee/friends behind the counter that she was talking to. I again asked for another bag and separated the donuts myself. This is the THIRD time that this has happened to me :( Ok, no big deal. We moved on and ate our donuts. When I was started to clean up, my sister attempted to put my overtired daughter into her stroller. She threw a temper tantrum and started screaming. Granted, my daughter DOES have a very loud, shrieking scream but the employees behind the counter were so rude and obnoxious I truly couldn't believe it. Once my daughter screamed, two employees (one with freckles and very short brown hair; one with dark longer hair and dark glasses) started jumping up and down while covering their ears. I could hear them saying "oh my god, my ears, my ears..." Then they were starring at us (covering their ears) saying that my daughter needs to be quiet. Um... She's 15 months old and we were trying our hardest to remove her from the store as quickly as possible (we were the only ones in the store at the time). All this time, my sister is trying to buckle her into the stroller and I was sincerely apologizing for my daughter's tantrum. Nobody acknowledged my apology. The employee with the dark glasses just kept covering her ears and starring at us. Once my sister had taken my daughter outside of the store minutes later, this employee was STILL covering her ears as I was finishing the clean up of my son. I told this employee that she can uncover her ears now because "it is over. You can't hear my daughter anymore because she is outside!" As I left with my son, she still covered her ears. I won't be purchasing these donuts again. There are tons of other places in Bucktown that I can get overpriced breakfast desserts (Goddess and The Grocer; Glazed). I just hope the employees do not decide to treat other customers in a similar manner. I am sure my daughter is not the first (nor the last) to throw a temper tantrum in a donut shop. Hopefully, the owner can resolve this and work on his customer service skills because I believe this is the key to any good business!!!
(1)
Emy F.

My wife came home with these donuts (after I've spent an hour working out and felt so proud of myself) but that's besides the point. I LOVE THESE!!! They're not fancy or frilly, but nowadays we need to remember that the basics are awesome! We tried the blueberry cheese (AWESOME!!!), buttermilk (damn good), and the chocolate glazed (good, but not great). I like that they were cheaper and more reasonably priced than some competitors. I know what I'll ask for on my cheat day!
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Jimmy H.

Donuts really aren't that special, coffee is ok. I've been to this place a ton because of its location off the Damen Blue Line. It's like $3 for a large coffee, where you can go to multiple other coffee places also just off that stop to get better coffee for less. Glazed and Confused's donuts across the street are a little more expensive but are a little better If you're getting a white or chocolate frosted donut to go, good luck. The frosting sticks directly to the inside of the donut bags they put them in, and ruins the donut. I imagine this is similar with other places I suppose. Overall pretty decent place, great location, and good people working there
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Kimberly M.

I'm never going to be skinny for sure now. Thanks.
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Michael S.

Great assortment and super friendly staff. My main complaint is the price: $3.50 for one donut. My local Jewel Osco has donuts for 59 cents. Yes, the quality is different, but it certainly was not 5x better as the price would suggest.
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Jon B.

Mmmmm, donuts.
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Callan W.

In the world of donuts, there are two different species: Cake and yeast. Cake donuts are fine I suppose, but I don't like when bakeries build their entire sugary empires on just this kind of donut. I am a yeast donut girl through and through and Stan's is my kind of donut shop. Stan's has your classics - your old fashioned and your glazed. I tried the apple fritter and was happy with the sugary snap it should have. For the fat kid living inside all of us, they have creative options too. I have sampled (and loved) the bacon pecan, the lemon pistachio, the Chicago mix, the captain crunch, the nutella, and the chocolate banana pocket one too. I didn't eat all those donuts whole of course - I wouldn't have fit on the plane. The staff was super friendly and I hear their coffee is good too. Perhaps next time I am in town, I will go for the whole experience.
(4)
Freddie L.

Put something good in your mouth. Stan's Donuts & Coffee shop is all about delicious doughy spheres of flavors. Try there decadent sugar glazed donut... Deliciously vegan, you'd never know it.
(4)
John T.

BLUF: Interesting donuts without being weird. Cool donut shop feel in a cool neighborhood. Check it out. I wish i had gotten the coffee because i was impressed by everything else. good service. great donuts. great atmosphere in a very donut shop like kinda feel. i got a gingerbread donut and it was awesome. i was supposed to share but i didnt cuz i am a jerk and i paid. should have gotten 2. others got other kinds and i stole a piece of each. all were good. i'd go back in a heart beat then check out the nearby bars.
(4)
Tiffany S.

I came in around 15 mins before closing and quickly chose the Nutella Banana Donut. It was everything you expect - rich, creamy, and sweet. However the issue was the donut itself tasted stale. I'm going to attribute that to coming in so late though. Another issue was the fact it was so messy, every bite oozed out more nutella goodness. Prepare some napkins and don't wear mittens. I would like to try the donuts again when its oven fresh! Come before closing!
(3)
Bria D.

I'll keep this one simple.....best damn donut I've ever had....so far! Try the glazed chocolate with sprinkles
(5)
Jane W.

I know this is a serious thing to claim, but I think Stan's has the best donuts I've ever had... I've tried donuts across the US and internationally as well (and no, I'm not counting anything like Dunkin' Donuts), and these just hit the spot for me. I tried the old fashioned buttermilk as well as the blueberry version, and the donuts were so soft, yet perfectly chewy. They also had a generous amount of glaze, which was perfect for my sweet tooth. I bought the two to save, but I already finished one and a half before I got home - which is saying a lot, because I had just come back from brunch at Bongo Room and was about to explode. I couldn't stop reaching back into the bag to take "just one more bite". Ugh. I'm drooling just thinking about it.
(5)
Michael N.

Real good stuff. Not much else to say. Not the cheapest place in the world however the donuts and coffee are awesome. Had the peanut butter pocket last time I was there (after hours from the walk-up window). It was good, but seemed just a touch dry if you'll allow me to nitpick for just a moment. But a combination of sugar, chocolate, peanut butter and bread will pretty much seal the deal in just about anything. They could probably sell a rubber tire inside one of the donuts and it would still taste awesome. But not to discount the coffee which could easily take a place down a notch. Nothing worse than getting a donut or breakfast meal which is amazing but then taking a sip of bitter coffee...no issues with that at Stans as the coffee was great too! After hours on the weekend, be prepared to wait for a while outside since it's just one person working the window. It took about 10 minutes to get our group of 11 in and out of there and that's with just one person paying. So the service can be a bit slow then. But hey if you want a donut to be served to you in the middle of the street I guess you gotta wait.
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Gregory G.

OK!!! When you want great tasting donuts this is the spot. Not only do they have your normal glaze kind, they have some great varieties; which I have tried many of them. Well, to sum it all up when you need to take a road trip or a good walk head over to Stan's and get your eat on.
(5)
M M.

Not sure what all the hype is about. I tried the beignet, choco cake, and Boston creme: $7.something change Pretty dry, not sure what happened. The Boston creme's innards definitely was mixed just right, but boy did that dough make it rough. Next time, I'll microwave it or something. I don't think i would come back to this place, except to try the lemon pasta hip that everyone here keeps raving about. Also, lady who placed my doughnuts in the paper bag did it improperly; so when I walked outside in the glaring heat, the icing melted clean off from the doughnut to the bag, ergo, no more choco icing on my choco-cake doughnut. Rookie mistake/common sense?
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Anthony U.

With the donut shops in Chicago I can say Stan's is just average and too expensive for the average consumer. When I entered there weren't any other customers and when I said I hadn't been there before she says "Tell me when you're ready" and walks away without offering any details on the products or the process. I hope this isn't representative of the entire staff. I live on the SW side of Chicago and we have Weber's bakery where .60 cents buys one of the best chocolate glazed cake donuts on earth. At Stan's I got six donuts, just a half dozen, and the bill was $16 with tax. I was a bit startled by the price but assumed I was getting a premium product in an area where retail rents are pretty high so paid the bill and took my precious donuts home. We got one each Orange Chocolate, Blueberry Cheese, Boston Cream, Maple Caramel Bacon Bar, Glazed Pretzel, and a Cinnamon Roll. The Orange Chocolate tasted like old orange marmalade with not much chocolate on top to match the orange. The Maple Caramel Bacon was too sweet, lacked ample bacon, and had nuts that weren't listed anywhere when I bought them. The Boston Cream had a thick starchy sour cream and could have used more chocolate. The rest were average but didn't match my gourmet expectations. I may check one or two other varieties next month but I don't have very high expectations.
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Mihir P.

Another worthy competitor in the Chicago doughnut market. The line was kind of long but it moved quickly do to the cashier taking orders and the other staff scurrying around to fill orders. I got the banana nutella doughnut and it was delicious but no banana could be seen or flavor detected. There are about 10 seats to enjoy your treats so if you're if you're a larger group, it's best to take them to go.
(3)
Michael U.

Items Selected: Biscoff Pocket Nutella Pocket Blueberry Old Fashioned Apple Fritter Pretzel Twist Maple Caramel Pecan Bacon Bar Imported from Los Angeles and all dressed up for a Chicago debut on Damen my early morning stop at Stan's Doughnuts after a thirteen mile run was assured on entry to be a decadent one but having already experienced the tiny Angeleno original with mixed results nothing could have prepared me for just how good the Windy City storefront would be, each of my half-dozen selections proving nothing short of delicious while friendly service smoothly assisted a trickle of traffic that never seemed to stop rolling through the door. Artfully designed with large windows facing the street and a small seating area to the right of a counter and kitchen where doughnuts are fried fresh to restock supplies nearly fourteen hours each day it was with one eye towards indulgence but the other on an upcoming brunch that I perused the days options and eventually settling on an even half dozen my pastries were soon boxed to the tune of $14 after tax and tip, all but the two filled options still warm with the fritter still too hot to handle without a napkin. Beginning first with a yeasty raised twist beneath a shiny lacquer tinged with cinnamon and then progressing to the reference standard ring of blueberries amidst savory cake infused with buttermilk it was with high hopes that I moved along to the aforementioned fritter and with crispy edges plus loads of apples it seemed as though things couldn't possibly get better - an assumption that would soon be proved wrong by the cookie-butter filled pocket and a sweet-meets-savory buttermilk bar that somehow managed to remain balanced despite a quartet of toppings including briny bacon that came across up front only to dissipate in smoky notes of pecan and surprisingly natural tasting flavors of maple syrup on the finish.
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Julie Y.

These are the best donuts on earth. I am a complete addict. I can't go to Wicker without picking up a couple of these bad boys. I always end up shamefully eating one before they make it to the final destination. What makes them so good? Their donuts are so yeasty and so satisfyingly chewy. And the amount of peanut butter/nutella that they load up into their donuts is unparalleled. So basically you are just eating half a jar of nutella with one donut which I am TOTALLY cool with. I've been to all the donut places around Chicago and recently compared them to the infamous Voodoo Doughnuts from Portland. No comparison - Stan's is the clear cut winner. Pls sponsor me?
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Justine L.

Stan's donuts are delicious but only a special treat because they are super expensive. Last time I bought a dozen donuts, I had spent nearly $40. That. is. insane. Anyway- a lot of great flavors here. I really like their cakey donuts, such as the pistachio donut, and their pretzel donuts bc they are just huge! As a person who doesn't like a lot of creams, I found their jelly and cream filled donuts to be too much for me.
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Yabi C.

Delicious Donuts! Yum. But from Earth's point of view: Positives: most of the waste Stan's produces is paper. Other than that... not many positives here. Negatives: Stan's has a lot of to-go customers which makes for a lot of waste. But even for their sit-in customers, they still package their product in non-reusable waste. Their drinks are served in a plastic to-go cup with a lid or a paper cup with a plastic lid (if hot). Their ice cream is served in wax-lined paper cups with plastic spoons. There is no sign of reusable anything in this shop. Please consider all reusable dishes needed to serve your dine-in guest, and a plant-based alternative for your to-go cups. At the very least, Stan's should offer a recycling bin in store for all of their recyclable bottled drinks they sell. This is a high traffic shop! Please consider the volume and type of waste your store is creating!
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Natalie B.

A gem hidden under the Damen blue line! Stan's has a wonderful open, light and modern atmosphere that'll make you want to spend the afternoon devouring the best donuts in Chicago. All the donuts are delicious but the glazed are always fresh and delicious!
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Lorelei C.

So, I will admit my curiosity was piqued by another new donut shop that opened here in Chicago, and yes, it was piqued enough for me to crawl out of my cozy bed at 6am this morning so I could check out this new place. Okay, also, I heard that they had some kind of banana crÃ¨me filled donut and I love bananas so much even though my Dr. has pretty much nixed them from my life because of my potassium levels.. So, I was pretty excited and got into Rebel Lorelei mode because I was going to get this donut come hell or high water.. So, I enter this lovely donut shop/place with high hopes of finding my special donut and I am told they don't have it.. Well.isn't that just a kick in the head... But because I am not hard to please I eyed the donut case over a few dozen times and found 4 donuts that caught my eye.. This Gigantic Glazed Pretzel, can't go wrong there, love pretzels, love glazed donuts= win/win! This great looking Orange/Vanilla old fashioned, A Chocolate Old fashioned and a custard filled Bismarck. Now, regarding pricing, there is a menuboard where the donuts are priced in different categories, old fashioned. specialty etc... My guess is that Giant Pretzel cost me like $3.00-$4.00 and yes, normally most of us can't afford to do this as a daily ritual.. So, it can be pricey... But, gotta say, these donuts taste pretty darn delicious, soft and fresh, and honestly, you can taste the quality.. unlike D.D.... Now, I found it amusing that Stan's Donuts is located directly across the street from Glazed and Infused, but hey, why not a little friendly competition? Or maybe not so friendly.. Either way, I loved everything about Stan's, they have great looking/tasting donuts, a very nice staff of people, and a really cute interior space even if it is pink.. Normally I hate pink but somehow I liked it at Stan's.. So, if you want some nice donuts and some coffee I would definitely make a stop at Stan's.. Located right at the blue line at Damen and North, you can't miss it! And you shouldn't..:)
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Sarah V.

My hope is that Stan's will force Glazed and Infused to either step up their game or out of business. I've been to Stan's twice so far and see at least one person daily carrying a dozen or two to work. The donuts are fresh and delicious. The first time I was there I had a glazed sprinkle donut, and the second time I had a cinnamon twist and a cup of coffee. The glazed donut was definitely the better pick. After reading one of the reviews I asked about the lard, turns out that most, but not all of their donuts are made with it. The more "cake" like donuts do not contain lard, but its always a good thing to double check if that is a concern. I love the way it's decorated inside and how much detail was put into even the floor tiling. The staff so far has been pretty nice, I went on a Saturday evening and there were way too many people behind the counter, but that is better than too few. The best part about it all though are the prices. About half of what you pay across the street, but way better quality and customer service.
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Jamie B.

The line was out the door this past Sunday morning for the delectable donuts of Stan's. We tried the Boston Cream Pie, Buttermilk Bar, and Glazed. The winner was the Buttermilk Bar with the Boston Cream coming in at 2nd. The glazed was good but way too greasy for me. What an awesome place- 3 donuts with an iced coffee came in at $10.65. Worth every penny!
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Amanda C.

My photo of the donut case kind of says it all. Just OMG flavors. We tried a Nutella packet and a chocolate peanut packet. We ate them in nearby Wicker Park while people watching, which provided a great alternative to the few seats at Stan's, so go on a sunny day! The donuts were superb, maybe a little pricy, but you're paying for quality. Great for dessert or to surprise your coworkers. I think I would have exploded if I'd had the chance to pick out a dozen.
(4)
Serena C.

Mhmmm tasty doughnuts! This place really reminded me of a place that I used to go to when I was in high school. I absolutely loved that they have a bunch of different varieties of doughnuts for everyone. There's fun flavors like maple bacon pecan but they have your traditional things like apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, even your old fashioned, glazed and sugared doughnuts. Everyone working behind the counter was sweet and great at giving recommendations when asked. I ended up buying 4 different doughnuts to try because they all looked so delicious!!! This is not anything at all like over-processed and mass produced Dunkin Donuts - so if you're expecting that garbage then do not stop by. But if you have a hankering for tasty, fresh and flavorful doughnuts - then this is definitely your place!!
(5)
Jennifer G.

I came in for a sugar rush after a 10 mile run. Stans delivered the heavenly sugar ladened yeasty donut I was craving. We tried the regular glazed, cap'n crunch bismark, peanut butter filled and biscoff filled. The peanut butter filled was covered in a dark high quality tasting chocolate. The yeast glazed donut was the best I had ever had. Cant wait to return and try more.
(5)
Courtney M.

My favorite donut & coffee place. Reasonably priced, plenty of seating, and friendly staff. It's always clean and delicious :) they also deliver on grubhub!
(5)
Jasmine J.

It's okay, I've had almost every doughnut and they all have to much going on for me. Only one I like is the Cinnamon pretzel which is basically just doughnut dough in a shape of a pretzel and cinnamon on top. Nothing of an actual pretzel, which is good. I can kinda ear the apple fritter but never finish it. Anyways, the drinks are what I really like. it's hard to find good hot chocolate & they have it. Also, people here are always nice. So even if I'm not a fan of their doughnuts, it's so welcoming. I still try a new one whenever I'm waiting for the train because I like coming in.
(3)
Christelle S.

Saw that this place had opened in Wicker and was excited to try it out! I came for some dessert after having dinner nearby. My boyfriend and I sampled a few of their gelato flavors before settling on the chocolate. It turned out to be delicious! The reason I am giving two stars is because my boyfriend asked if we could get sprinkles on our gelato. The man explained that we could not, which was fine. What was not fine was the fact that I could hear him talking about us and making fun of our sprinkle inquiry while we were walking out. It made me feel uncomfortable knowing that the staff was laughing at our request while we were still well within earshot. It might be awhile before I get over that and head back, which is too bad because their donuts looked intriguing. I'll be sticking with Glazed and Infused window across the street.
(2)
Melly C.

THOSE DONUTS THO. Tasty donuts and unlike donuts I have had before... and I've had many a donut. The pistachio lemon was om nom nom delicious. So I ordered two donuts and a coffee. Meant to save a donut for home, lulz. That never happened. Wish there was more seating in the space and those spinny stools are not comfy. I suggest get in, get a donut, get out and enjoy life with that amazing donut. Don't feel guilty. We've all been there~
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Sarah D.

Deliciously gluttonous. We got the Boston Creme, the Nutella Banana, and the Nutella Peanut Butter. Amazingly, we were able to keep from snarfing them down in one sitting, and I'm happy to report they were just as good the second day as they were the first.
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Teresa C.

This doughnut shop popped up right across from Glazed & Infused near the Damen Blue line stop not too long ago. If you're an early commuter, you will smell them baking these delicious doughnuts early in the morning, and there's just never enough time to stop by Stan's before work... I've tried their nutella pocket and cinnamon pretzel twist. The nutella pocket is soo soo good, and it's also the only reason I'm writing this review right now. This place might be the death of me.
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Amanda M.

Finally stopped in as already in the area. Settled on the pistachio old fashioned. It was very good but didn't get as much pistachio flavor as I had hoped. I did love the inviting space and diner-feel of sitting down and eating your doughnuts. I think with all the gourmet doughnut places around, it is all give and take, depending on the doughnut.
(4)
Tavi J.

3.5 Stars I feel terrible giving Stans only 3 stars (3.5 to be exact), but as always my honesty trumps public opinion. :) I wanted to try Stans because of all the chatter I kept hearing about it and how they were popping up across from Glazed and Infused. The excitement was building and I thought the perfect time to experience it was for a friends Bday. I stop in to buy him an assortment of doughnuts (Nutella with banana pocket, Chocolate sprinkle, Chocolate glazed pretzel, and one more I can't remember...lol). They were good (especially the chocolate glazed pretzel one), but to me Glazed and Infused was better. As I've mention in countless reviews I need my doughnuts to be cake like in texture and the doughnuts I tasted didn't bring that. The doughnuts are definitely unique and beautiful...not to mention HUGE! I will definitely go back to try more, but just wish they were a little more dense.
(3)
Amy H.

I think this place is a bit too hyped up. I went here with some friends and I ordered the pistachio lemon and strawberry jelly donut. The pistachio donut was the size of a regular donut and it was $2.50. It was an interesting taste but nothing I would say is outstanding. Also, there are limited seats there. Luckily, we found four seats. However we were near the door that everyone was bumping into us to get in and out of the place. The place was pretty busy though, so that tells you that other people enjoy this place.
(2)
Kimsy S.

I've tasted the face of God. A maple caramel bacon donut GOD. This is an adorable little donut shop right off off the Damen stop. It was pretty crowded when I went on a Sunday afternoon (duh), so I did a quick scan of the pastries and decided to go for the aforementioned bacon donut manna from Heaven, and the Biscoff pocket (get this one if you love Biscoff or Trader Joe's cookie butter). Both donuts were AMAZING. If you love bacon, get the bacon donut, I swear. the donut is soft and not too sweet, and the maple and bacon have the perfect sweet/salty combo. It wins. Being that Stan's is in a high-traffic area of Wicker Park, don't expect these babies to come cheap. I paid about $7.50 for these babies. But they're treats. And they're worth it. Give them a chance. You won't be sorry. And if you are, send your donuts to me. I'll accept the apology. :-)
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Kenneth A.

I don't know why anyone would support Stan's. We had a local donut business (Glazed and Infused, who are amazing and nice, by the way) and then Stan's decided to move in across the street. Stan's, while partnered with folks from Chicago, is from Los Angeles. What was the first thing that they did? They put up a bunch of signs celebrating their 80 year anniversary, or something like that. So of course people from out of town got the impression that Stan's is some kind of local mainstay and Glazed is the encroaching menace. What a dirtbag maneuver! I went to Stan's once to give it a shot. I was not incredibly impressed. They had a wide variety, sure. But they were nothing special. Also, I try not to give my money to places where 3 levels of management breathe down the necks of the service staff. Just not a nice environment. I'll keep giving my money to the local, friendly folks at Glazed.
(2)
Pravin M.

They've got really good donuts. But they are pricey. I got the cinnamon sugar cake. It was good, but not great.
(3)
Lin H.

These donuts were pricey, but good! I went with getting an assortment of six donuts for $14. The exact names are hard to remember but I believe I got: Nutella Banana, Maple Pecan Bacon, Lemon Pistachio, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Blueberry Lemon Bismark, and Coconut Cream. The donuts in general were light and fluffy (minus the Lemon Pistachio which was a cake donut). Fillings were tasty, but maybe a little bit overfilled since some of the donut bottoms broke from the weight. Delicious experience overall!
(4)
N S.

A little peace of Los Angeles hx here in wicker park! Purchased a dozen or more for work and all gone within a few minutes. You never see that with other donut brands. There was nothing left in the box. So what does that say about these awesome donuts. Thanks and I didn't have to fly back to Cali to get my fix.
(5)
Brian C.

I love donuts. I really love donuts. I really love Stan's donuts. I don't know that I have ever had donuts like these. The Nutella pocket makes me want to cry tears of joy. I am not even a fan of maple but the maple long john was unbelievable! These donuts are the closest thing to heaven on Earth.
(5)
Paul M.

The location and decor of this place are both top notch. It's cozy and the people are friendly so it's an inviting place to sit for a few minutes while you enjoy your order. The donuts and coffee however leave something to be desired. The coffee is pretty good but most often lattes come out bitter. The donuts are better than Dunkin but definitely nothing to write home about. If you're really craving a delicious donut there are several places I'd go before Stan's, especially considering the price.
(3)
Jesse F.

Delicious donuts that you can smell cooking from around the block. Say what? They have a donut that's filled with Nutella and bananas? Sold.
(4)
Penelope d.

Disappointed because it is usually good (that's why this was my fourth visit). I am not sure if it was because of the later time, around 7pm on a Friday, but the doughnuts were drier. Also, I was not pleased that I bought four doughnuts and the blueberry old fashioned they gave me was 2/3 of a doughnut. Still willing to give them another chance as I hope it was a fluke, but next time I will point to the doughnut I want so I am not short changed.
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Stephanie C.

I'm definitely a Stan's fan. This location is right off the blue line in Wicker Park, and is a bit smaller than the location I had visited downtown. This time, my friend got the Nutella banana pocket and I got the apple fritter. Both were delicious and fresh, although I liked the apple fritter better. The store is clean, well-lit, and has a very cutesy, classic vibe. There is limited seating available where you can enjoy your coffee (Intelligentsia!) and donuts.
(5)
Maronda H.

Stop in on my way to work. Nice lil coffee shop with many flavors of donuts to choose. I ordered a blueberry glazed donut and a regular house blend coffee. Not bad for a morning start. The prices are a little expensive but hey you only live once. It's always good to step out of the box and try new things. No matter wht the price. Neither less to say. I enjoyed the taste of my blueberry glazed donuts. Very yummy and tasty See you soon. Can't wait to taste the bacon donut.
(3)
Liz H.

From reading the other reviews I obviously need to stop going there on Saturday evenings and instead go in the morning. The selection was dismal the two times I went. I ordered the banana biscoff twice but the pastry only had banana in it once. And the one that actually had banana had maybe three slices of banana. My boyfriend commented that theses pockets aren't mass produced. Yes, but there should be quality control.
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Glenda C.

Ok yum!!!! I didn't think I was a donut fan ...and then I met Stan's Donuts. Hello! I could eat the peanut butter banana filled and chocolate covered donut every day! Thank God I don't live too close to the place. Second favorite was the chocolate covered donut with custard filling and captain crunch cereal on top! Too many flavors to discuss, but for realz.....I'd be a huge woman if this place were close by.
(5)
Morgan G.

Yayayaya vegan donuts! I've been craving old school donuts since I've changed my eating habits and Stan's felt like I was cheating in the best of ways. I had the Capn' Crunch donut because I felt like it was a special occasion but I pretty much assured that filled donuts aren't really my thing. Next time I go back I'll get something more traditional, but that's just me
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Erica L.

Hubby and I grabbed a quick donut dessert Friday night after having dinner down the street. It was around 830pm, and the second we walked in one of the employees said, "Hurry guys, you're just in time before we sold out!". Looking at the glass display, they were only sold out of one flavor while the other trays were still full. There wasn't even a line to order. And it was still 30 minutes before closing. The store itself is nicely decorated. I really love the wall of colorful KitchenAid stand mixers on the back. The store has limited room for sitting and caters to the on-the-go commuters for the Damen 50 bus and Damen Blue Line CTA stop. We ended up taking a chocolate old fashioned and toffee old fashioned to go. The packaging was cute, a box that fit both donuts standing vertically next to each other. The donuts themselves weren't anything special, and a little on the dry side. Of the two, the toffee won out. Glazed and Infused across the street is better. I'm still not sure what the guy was making all that unnecessary hype about.
(3)
Nick P.

Unreal!!! The donuts here are so fresh and tasty that nothing compares. The quality is top notch. Their fritters are the best around. While I don't love the location I've made the trip several times to enjoy the coffee and donuts. I'd go with any sprinkled donut, the fritter (daily flavor), and a cup if coffee. You won't be disappointed. Price is comparable to most unique donut shops.
(5)
Rebecca S.

Good donuts, friendly service, but expensive as all Hell. $14 for half a dozen? Dang. My aunt raved about this place so we decided to buy a few. I tried the Pistachio Glazed and her Traditional Glazed--the Traditional is better! The donuts themselves are really well made, although they remind me of an upscale Dunkin'. Maybe my palette isn't sophisticated enough, but I would only come here if I really wanted to treat myself. The location itself is perfect and the atmosphere is very cute. If I wasn't sure that I would eat a whole dozen by myself, I would definitely study there.
(3)
Shane E.

Glazed and Infused...we have to end things. It's not you, it's Stan's. Stan's donut display is one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. It's a sweet tooth's paradise, and it makes me happy just thinking about it. Here are a few highlights: 1. Wide variety of donut selection - including old fashioned, glazed, fritters, biscoffs, pockets, and these incredible pretzel shaped contraptions. 2. Gelato. 3. High quality coffee. Negatives: 1. Diabetes.
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Erin M.

Best. Donuts. Ever. Need I say more? I cannot wait until they open the one in Lincoln Park!!
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Brian M.

Stan's had me at pretzel donut. I am a pretzel fanatic and they had a pretzel twist donut! It was love at first sight, I literally could not tell what other flavors they had (I lie they did have this amazing looking Nutella donut). Strong bold flavored coffee (Intelligentsia) with one of the best donuts that I have had. Loved the decor and its a spacious spot for being right under the L. Next time you are getting of the blue line in Wicker or just in the area, come here and try the pretzel donut!
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Shannon K.

Welcome to Chicago Stanley! I see you brought some tasty doughnuts from L.A. Yum. It's not like Chicago was hurting for craft doughnuts, but I don't mind when one that is this good gets added to the sugar bliss mix. I've been a couple times now to sample the doughnuts and they are solid. The blueberry infused something is quite delicious. It's not really infused with blueberries, but rather there are fresh blueberries gently resting on top of a yeast doughnut that is in fact infused with some sort of cheesecakey type goodness. It's really good. The coconut cake one is simple, yet exceptional too. They put real, fresh coconut on it, not that dry flaky stuff. I'm not crazy about their lemon or orange old fashioneds - I was expecting the glaze to hold the lemon or orange flavor, but instead it's the actual doughnut that is lemon or orange flavored, then it is glazed with various things like pistachio, vanilla or chocolate. They are a miss for me. They finally started writing the names of the doughnuts on the front of the case. Thank you, that is most helpful. They don't seem to always offer everything that's on their menu board and that adds to the confusion. The place is cute. It's convenient to the blue line and several bus stops.
(4)
Sheila K.

I've passed by Stan's Donuts on the 50 quite a few times. In fact, that's how I discovered Stan's. Along with donuts and coffee, they also have gelato. The decor here is super cute and is best describe as shabby chic. They have a wall of KitchenAids. WOW! I like the green and pink color combo they have throughout the shop. The donuts here are pricer than your average donut shop, but in line along with the high end donut places. They also have longer hours so you can get your donuts in the evening compared to Doughnut Vault or Do-Rite. I tried one of their speciality donuts which will run you $2.50. The Pistachio Glazed was just okay. The dough tasted gummy and had a lot of air bubbles. It lacked texture, chew and bite. The glaze was also a bite sweet. My husband got the Blueberry Fritter. It was pretty good. You can taste the blueberry and it was not over glazed or greasy/oily. In the future, I would like to try the Glazed Pretzel Twist because I like pretzels and the donut pretzel combo intrigues me. I am expecting it to taste like a donut in the shape of a pretzel.
(3)
Crystal L.

Okay. I'm not a fan of donuts, but my friend kept telling me this place was MUCH better than Glazed and Infused - which is ironically across the street from Stan's, so I had to give it a try. It was....good. Again, I'm not a fan of donuts. We got the Boston Cream, Nutella stuffed, and Bacon Nutella (I think that's what it was). I could have done without the bacon one. There were huge chunks of bacon in the donut......past donuts with bacon that I've eaten had small specks of bacon, which I personally like better because I'm not a huge fan of salt and sugar mixing. But if you love bacon, and if you love sugar, this is the one to pick. However, I fell in love with the Nutella stuffed donut and the Boston Cream. They're not too sweet, very subtle, and supppperrrrr SOFT!!!! Even after 5-6 hours of sitting out in our hotel room. I haven't tried Glazed and Infused yet but I probably will. Chances are however that that may be my first and last time because Stan's quality and subtle details create perfect combinations of classic and modern donut art. It's a cute place and located in a nice area of Wicker. Not much seating but I mean, I'd recommend walking around Wicker Park while eating your donut to ease the fat and sugar guilt a little while you're at it.
(4)
Diana K.

This place is so fun to go to with friends and family! They have great gourmet donuts! I had the pistachio donut. It was a little to sweet for me but I was able to get a take home bag and eat it in moderation. Great place to take visitors as well. I wish they had cronuts!
(4)
Aditi G.

I had one doughnut here and I hit my sweets quota for the next 6 months! This place is absolutely amazing! My friend and I went for a late lunch across the street at Big Star and saw the sign for Stan's. We decided to head over for something sweet after an already huge meal since we couldn't resist. I got the nutella banana filled doughnut and an old fashioned chocolate doughnut and both were insanely delicious. My friend got a classic old fashioned and a pistachio and she was obsessed. I will be back soon!
(5)
Susan M.

The choc glazed was the best doughnut I have ever eaten. It was super wet and glazy, the dough was light and fluffy but still had body and was super filling. The choc glaze tasted like good quality chocolate. I had a doughnut and a med coffee and it was perfect. Friendly servers, good space, seating avail. About 5 bucks. Side note: I gave the cashier a 50 dollar bill. I got my change, threw it in my bag's side pocket and walked off to my appt down the street. About 45 minutes later when I was paying for my service, I noticed I only had 25 dollars and some change. I thought long and hard, calculated all sorts of ways in my head, and decided to go back to see if Stan's register was over. They were super courteous and the mgr stepped in and offered to count the drawer right there and then, and get it taken care of. It was busy morning rush still, I offered to leave my number and have them call me as I would be in the area for a little while. They took my number, called me about 15 minutes later to let me know their drawer was indeed 20.00 over and I went to pick up my money. Nice people. Thanks Stan's! I'll be back for sure!
(5)
Melissah L.

Stan's. Is. Life. It's SO hard to get off the Damen stop and not stop in Stan's every time. This place smells like donut heaven and has the most amazing donuts I've ever had. My two favorites are the banana biscoff and the lemon pistachio cruller, but honestly I don't really think you can go wrong here. I don't even typically like yeast donuts, but these are made with a special recipe and are extra chewy and amazing.
(5)
MARIA O.

Peanut butter stuffed donuts with chocolate icing and crispy balls on top? Come again? Yes! I didn't even have a clue about what I was getting myself into when we decided to come here. I originally came here to try the pistachio donut but that didn't even leave an impression on me like the peanut butter one did. The nutella and banana donut was also good and so was the long john topped with bacon. Droool.... They have a very creative menu. The donuts are all a little rich so make sure you have some milk to wash them down with. They're also a bit pricey, I think we paid like $26 or $28 for a dozen. But for an occasional treat, I don't think it's too bad. Definitely worth the trip. Glazed and Infused is across the street but they are no competition to this place.
(4)
Marilynn P.

Ordered a half-dozen donuts and loved almost all of them! My least favorite was the dreamsicle. My favorites were the cookie butter ones (with and without banana) and the cinnamon pretzel one. YUM!
(4)
Alexandria T.

Stan's is some serious competition for Glazed and Infused across the street. My boyfriend and I popped in for a donut a few weeks ago. As soon as the I saw the peanut butter banana pocket, I knew I'd love it! I'm not really a huge fan of donuts, but I really loved this one! The peanut butter and banana melted together, and the flavor was out of this world! What a great little shop!
(5)
Mark H.

Leave your diet at the door and your wallet otherwise you can walk out a penniless, extra round smiley face from this donut shop. This Los Angeles Creation has expanded next to one of the busier blue line stops in Chicago. Their fanciful designed boxes is very noticeable and chic. After almost a year of their opening, I decided to check it out for myself. Cool designs. Nice throw back interior colors reminded me of a cool era when independents competed well with large corps. I bought a box of glazed and mixed assortments for $ 30 bucks?! For donuts?! Donuts!!! Support your locals I guess. Even more your taste buds. I see the buzz. Glad to see this new addition in WP but for me I won't break the bank but will make a small dent for this place.
(4)
Ammir G.

The donuts here were awesome! All of their donuts are unique and mash different ingredients that you wouldn't expect to go together. I had the captain crunch donut and one of their turnovers. They were both awesome, the coffee here is pretty standard. Service is pretty good and it is always fairly busy, make sure you stop by if you are not from the area!
(4)
Bailey Q.

This place is really good. Donuts always taste fresh. Service is fast. Been here a couple times and have yet to be disappointed. My favorite donut is the captain crunch. The coffee is ok. Depends who is making it though. One time it was really good. The next tine it was really bitter. There is a donut place across the street. But dont bother going there. The donuts are dry and stale. I bought a donut at Stan's and saved it for the next day. To my surprise it was still moist and not dry at all.
(4)
Jenny Y.

I've eyed Stan's every time I pass by the North/Damen/Milwaukee intersection so I was so glad to try it this past weekend. We went after an early dinner before 6 pm, and fresh donuts were still coming out! There was a good crowd, but we managed to grab seats for a quick bite. The lemon pistachio old fashioned was one-of-a-kind, a very refreshing flavor. Although firm to the touch, the donut is soft and crumbly on the inside. The regular glazed donut was really nice as well. At first, it reminded me of Krispy Kreme's original glazed, but I realize that Stan's version has a slightly more substantial feel to it. The difference is subtle, so personally I would go for more interesting flavors. At the premium prices, Stan's is an occasional treat rather than a regular destination, but these are superior donuts.
(4)
Anthony N.

Captain Crunch. Crushed into a white creamy vanilla sauce. Shoved into a glazed donut. Topped with Captain Crunch. Sound familiar? Why yes, very similar to the crazy donut craze that's sweeping the country. For kids, this may be the best thing to happen since Nesquik or Hot Pockets. For those who actually care about donuts, "meh" might be more or less the general reaction. Especially when they're simply mixing different types of sugar. Some of the combinations sound good on the paper, but execution seems a bit lacking. While shop design and aesthetics may win it several nods, the donuts just aren't there.
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Amanda D.

Because bacon and maple bars are an actual thing here. Stan's is why the baby Jesus created cheat day. I've also inhaled the chocolate square with peanut butter. I'm not kidding when I say inhaled. Hoovered, actually.
(5)
Brooke A.

Donuts are the new cupcakes, which were the new donuts (RIP Krispy Kreme 1937-2005). Everyone has a $3.00 donuts that is OMG THE BEST EVAR! What the other joints in town don't have is ambiance and good coffee. Stan's brings both in a strong way. The line moves quick and worth a 15 minute wait. No pretension or surreyness from the staff, which is an unexpected treat. I imagine every donut on the menu is good. Beware: you can probably only eat one, maybe one and a half before you get diabetes and start bouncing off the walls.
(5)
Aaron A.

Donuts are very good. I would say they are neck-and-neck with Glazed and Infused. I deducted one star because I ordered nutella pocket and there was none in the dozen I ordered and the guy doing my order has an attitude. Just a little advice. Be there early or your selection will be smaller.
(4)
Cornelis T.

So you get off the plane, get on the blue line and check in at your air bnb place in humboldt for the weekend ready to rock out in chicago for riot-fest? What's the first thing you do after that? We took the bus to wicker park for a bite and although it was allready 4 in the afternoon, it's never too late for donuts. One of the fondest food memories of our first chicago trip was our maple bacon donut from do-rite in the loop but man, stan's doesn't need to go fancy to get an even better reaction! These donuts rocked our socks off and was a perfect boost for our jetlag! It's even as bad that i'm craving stan's since the moment we left chicago, these are really that great!
(5)
Nicole H.

They have some really good doughnuts and they serve Intelligentsia coffee. Win ! My faves are Lemon curd, citrus glazed-omg, blueberry cheese danish and the regular glazed old fashioned. Good stuff
(4)
Mare C.

5/5 -- glazed donut's 3/5 -- coffee Skip Glazed & Infused (across the street), even though I like the name the donuts are pricey and so-so. So a big no-no for so-so! On the other hand, STAN'S doesn't have a catchy name, but offers freshly made donuts. Ask for the ones right out of the oven, if you like fresh, warm and crunchy. Mine was a glazed buttermilk old fashion. Coffee though was a little too bitter for my taste, it wasn't smooth like a higher quality one would be. Although Stan's is essentially a donut place, not a coffee shop, I'm rating it four stars.
(5)
Jannis W.

Cute, creative, decadent, off-the-wall donuts! Quite frankly, it's a little too rich for my taste buds and a smidge pricey. I want to say we paid more than $10 for 2 small plain coffees and 2 donuts.
(3)
Nicole S.

I've had the Stan's donuts out in Westwood. These were just as good if not better. Delicious.
(5)
Cynthia H.

I lived in Wicker Park when Stan's first opened, which was in March 2014. Needless to say, I frequented Stan's more than I care to admit and even put on a couple of pounds. I actually didn't mind because at the time Stan's donuts were spot on to the taste and quality of a quintessential California donut, which is where I'm from and Stan's too. I've lived on the East Coast, in the South, and now in the Midwest and I can honestly say California is donut capital. Outside of California, most people have only come into contact with Dunkin Donuts, but take a trip to Randy's Donuts near LAX or pretty much any mom and pop donut shop in SoCal or NorCal (Oakland/SF) and you'll see what a real donut tastes like. I've digressed. In March 2014, I was thrilled that a piece of home came to Chicago. I would've given Stan's Donuts five stars at that time, but much to my chagrin, the quality of the donuts have gone downhill, approximately six months after they opened. Before you could pull a cinnamon roll apart or unravel it which is how it is supposed to be. Now, they bake it more like a uni-roll. As a result, one completely misses the taste of cinnamon. It reminds me of a highly browned glazed donut with no distinctiveness at all. They also have a tendency to overcook or undercook the donuts leaving them dry and/or sometimes leaving a residue of grease in one's mouth after a bite. Overall, they've just gotten sloppy with donut making. The icing is way to sugary with no flavor. I still drop by from time to time just to see if maybe they've changed, but I continue to leave disappointed and frequent less.
(1)
Yanja B.

I am a donut feen- I will try all the donuts of the world...starting with Stan's. One late night after dinner my BF and I went on the hunt for donuts. Stan's donut sign lit up the whole street with the bright pink and like 50s inspired bulb lighting. We got in at about 10, so right when it was closing it was full of people! It was a bit uncomfortable waiting at the end of the line because everytime the door opened you were sure to have a head on collision with the entrance door-poor layout design. Anyways onto the good stuff...donuts! My bf got a mint gelato and a peanut butter pocket donut. Mint chocolate was alright no more or no less than a regular gelato. The peanut butter pocket was kinda gross to be honest. It tasted like a peanut butter sandwich trying too hard and failing miserably. I got the boston creme donut....omg so amazing! I loved it my bf had some of mine too and he agrees it was amazing. The creme in the middle was milky and had such a nice vanilla hint to the creme..agh I need more in my belly. Oh yeah, since it was right about closing time, if you followed or liked any of their social media outlets you got half off your order!! Will I be back? Eh, maybe only if its convenient. But i rather try glazed and infused across the street.
(3)
Eric F.

There a few times when you find a donut spot worthy of your praise. I always base judgement on how well they execute your basic glazed donut. You had to know they knocked my socks off! The glaze was amazing, not too sweet and melt in your mouth soft. I also had the Caramel Bacon Donut which was pretty good but the glaze was best. They also have a wide selection of beverages. We had the cream soda. I will be back like Arnold!
(5)
Seher D.

Glazed and Infused? Or Stan's Donuts & Coffee? Do I cross the street (literally) to the dark side? Or stay with the deliciously familiar? I did it. I crossed the street and entered the inviting and sweet-scented Stan's Donuts & Coffee. After hearing much hooplah regarding the new donut shop in Wicker Park that traveled from warm LA to warm our stomachs in Chicago, I decided it was about time to try it. These donuts are amazing. Stan's Donuts are light, fluffy, and oh, so filling. They have so much variety from traditional glazed donuts to their signature "pocket" donuts, that are filled with goodies such as nutella and banana, biscoff cream, blueberry, or whatever else fits your fancy. The nutella and banana pocket and the biscoff cream pocket are my favorites. My friend had ordered a cinnamon twist and it was so big and tasty. They also brew Intelligentsia coffee, which I can't deny. There are plenty of seats in-house the and the shop itself is adorable. So come on in, cross over to the dark side, and enter donut heaven.
(4)
Selina C.

So many pretty and colorful donuts. Oh em geeee. A small, cute yet modernly decorated donut shop right by the blue line in Wicker Parker. I walked into the shop and my mind was immediately in sensory overload by the variety of donuts. That front case of donuts is a beautiful work of art. The front case is labeled with all different donut flavors but there's a screen hanging behind the counter with all the flavors as well. Service is quick which I greatly appreciate but then again they must get good practice with all the foot traffic coming through their shop. There's only a few seats by the front window and one table that fits about 8 to 10 so may the odds be ever in your favor if you thought you would walk in and take a seat to enjoy youe donut and coffee/tea. My friends and I got the following flavors- old fashioned, lemon pistachio, nutella banana pocket, coconut creme, chocolate peanut butter and blueberry fritter. All of the donuts were pretty darn sweet but hey my sweet tooth won't complain. My favorites were the lemon pistachio and blueberry fritter. The lemon pistachio flavor was different from the more traditional flavored donuts that I've had and I loved all the blueberry bits in the fritter.
(4)
Justin B.

It's been a year, I'm just ready to say it--Stan's makes the best donuts in Chicago. I buy donuts 2-3 times a week and my mind is made up. I would take them over G&I, Doughnut Vault, Firecakes, Old Fashioned Donuts, Dat Donut, Roeser's, West Town Bakery, and all the rest. I don't like that showing up really early (say, before 8 am) means that all of the donuts might not be available yet, but otherwise this is the spot!
(5)
Anthony B.

I came off the blue line in Wicker Park (one of my favorite Chicago hoods) and immediately saw this place and peaked in the window. The donuts looked amazing. After lunch I decided to take the plunge and try one. I should have tried all of them! I initially noticed the chocolate, chocolate chip peanut butter pocket but felt it would be too heavy. I opted for the old fashioned iced chocolate orange. It was so good. Not dry with the right amount of icing. I am only visiting from San Diego, but I definitely want to try more flavors. The old fashioned lemon pistachio also looked very interested, in addition to the twist pretzel donuts. Each donut ranges in price from $2.50- $3.50. I WILL BE BACK for sure.
(4)
Jessica M.

Stan's the MAN! But seriously, it is amazing!! I love this place. Good quality doughnuts in various flavors and sizes. I love love love the chocolate glazed peanut butter banana stuffed doughnuts! I also created a super cute "cake" tower of the nuts for a birthday party! Everyone loves them- Yum!
(5)
Jordan P.

If you like donuts, stop reading now and go here immediately! O-M-G, this place is dounut heaven! Every donut I've had here has made me happier than I can even express. Glazed, cake, peanut butter - whatever your heart desires, Stan's does it to perfection. My personal favorite is a donut that's a hybrid between a blueberry danish and a donut. I could seriously eat those everyday. My second favorite are the plain glazed. They're done to perfection, so they don't even need a flavor. In more great news, the line moves quickly. I've been here at all hours of the day and have rarely had to wait more than a minute or two in line. The staff is also nice and doesn't rush you even when there's a long line. Bottom line - go here ASAP.
(5)
Peter D.

They may not be the best doughnuts in the city but they have great coffee, gelato, nice and diverse staff and pretty damn good doughnuts. I really like their toffee old fashioned doughnut and the pretzel! I'm sure I will be back many times.
(4)
Jennifer Q.

Brought these to work last Monday as a gift of sorts for my coworkers. They were a huge hit! Really good, quality donuts!!! Go early to avoid the lines -staff was cool and easy parking early on Damen right in front!!
(5)
Jen A.

I had been meaning to try Stan's for a very long time and when I finally did I was NOT disappointed! I pretty much had a life changing experience when I tried the Peanut Butter Banana Pocket. I mean it was perfection, all my favorite things inside another one of my favorite things. The Dulce De Leche Pocket was also amazing and even if it was a bit too sweet I couldn't stop eating it. I will be coming back forever.
(5)
Bethany K.

Came here to regroup after 1) trying to get a free bowl of noodles from Furious Spoon, then 2) realizing that not even magic noodles could compel me to stand in line when it is 5 degrees out. This place is austere, cheerful, and friendly replete with a phalanx of Kitchenaid mixers guarding the counter. The doughnuts are good, with plenty of unusual flavors. They are a little spendy but I think they're also a generous size. And I know I'm about to say something absurd but I find them a tad too sweet. Every time I think, "I should have just split one with my husband," And yet somehow I haven't learned. Maybe I'm just getting old.
(3)
Lisa T.

DONUTS!! We. Love. Donuts. My boyfriend loves donuts and I grew to love them too...and it's such a bad thing to love...it's deep fried and covered in sugar!! That said, the donuts were everything we hoped for! Fluffy, delicious, and delicious! I had a strawberry something that had some type of whipped cream on it (strawberry shortcake sandwich?), and ate every bite minus the two bites that I kindly spared so that my donut-loving boyfriend could enjoy the yumminess!
(5)
Alex J.

Stan's was exactly what my girlfriend and I were looking for after grabbing din-din around Wicker, but needed a sweet conclusion to the night. Pistachio old fashioned donut? Don't mind if I do. Iced coffee? I'll pour it over my head and shower in the stuff, it's that great. The decor and brand is well-though and well-planned; I'd spend hours here if I had hours to spend, but I'll settle for shoveling a donut in my face, mercilessly, for now.
(5)
Aimee M.

Thank goodness there's the park close by, so I can burn off the calories running after my son after we breakfasted on some of Stan's finest Donuts. I enjoyed the visit to Stan's and enjoyed the goodies I brought home to share. Service was super friendly and the digs are open and airy. It was steady busy that Sunday morning so crumbs on tables didn't get cleaned off in a timely manner so if you are a stickler for that kind of stuff, better take your goods to go. I got an assortment--Glazed, pistachio-lemon, blueberry old fashioned, orange cranberry old fashioned, the glazed pretzel and the Speculoos banana. They are all just so gorgeous to look at--they just look so perfect. My favorite is the glazed. Not because I'm boring, but sometimes the simpler the better. And if they can't master a glazed donut, they're not worth a visit. Soft, doughy, no funny after-taste like some chains. Not overly sweet and so perfect with my morning cup of joe. Second in line would have to be the Speculoos Banana. And I didn't try it until later in the evening and it was still really good and stayed fresh. Although I wished the filling was spread more throughout the donut instead of smack in the middle. But the combo of Speculos (cookie butter!) and banana with the soft pastry-like dough was just perfection. I didn't like the pistachio-lemon as much as I'd hoped. It was just sugary first then came the lemon/pistacio flavor. I didn't get to try the other two as they got stolen right from my dining room table with nary a piece left for me to try. I kind of liked sitting in the window seat watching the folks walking in and out of Glazed and Infused across the street. Chicago's big enough for all the donut love.
(4)
Jen K.

Whoa. Old Fashioned heaven!!! After a not so filling dinner, I stopped by to have a big dessert. I really appreciate that this place is open so late for a donut shop. Every other place closes before dinner so you can't go for dessert. When I walked in I was slapped in the face by a great smell and display case. There was options for ice cream, as well, which was tempting. But I was there on a mission, so I'll have to try the ice cream out another time. I ended up choosing an old fashioned because that's the donut that will tell you all you need to know about this place. I got the glazed. The first bite was bliss, the second was even better. I am so glad I don't live near here or I would gain an extra 20lbs in a week. Can't wait to go back and try some others.
(5)
Davin L.

Am I the only one who's not completely in love with this place? I had an apple fritter and a glazed donut, and they were both great, but I mean it's not like I saw Jesus and Buddha high-fiving each other afterwards. Maybe I need to come back and try some other selections, but as it stands, Firecakes is my number one choice for gourmet donuts in the city, with Stan's and G&I duking it out for second. Maybe it's the fact that Firecakes has the ice cream donut sandwich?
(3)
Norm J.

I stumbled upon this place after leaving brunch and I'm so glad I did. While it's definitely tight quarters in there with the door right where the line forms; the donuts are worth dealing with the lack of space. I had the Nutella banana pocket and WOW MAMA WOW it was deeeeelicious! Also, the staff was super friendly and took the time to explain each donut to me. I'll be going back for sure!
(4)
Chelsea B.

These donuts will not disappoint! Chicago is a city of amazing gourmet donuts and nothing fills me up more and satisfies my intense sweet tooth like the Nutella Pocket or a simple chocolate glazed. Sure it's expensive... but it's totally worth it on the occasion and i'd rather spend my $$ on Stans than Glazed and Infused across the street.
(5)
Ashley B.

I'm boring, I really like plain glazed donuts. Stan happens to have DELICIOUS plain glazed donuts. Already four stars there. But not only that... They have banana nutella donuts! And they have a ton of other flavors and so far every one that I've tried has been delicious. I haven't tried the coffee there but honestly, who cares about coffee when the donuts are this excellent. Plus, there's a Starbucks, Caribou, and La Colombe within yards of this place. All in all, I am both loving and hating that this place is so dangerously close to my house. But if it's not close to you, luckily it's right off the blue line. So, yeah, go there now. Sorry Glazed, you might have lost your top spot.
(5)
Jessica B.

It's so wrong but feels sooooo right. The first time I bit into the biscoff banana pocket I literally stepped back, made googly eyes and said "whoa"- they are that good. When you drive 7 miles out of your way to buy donuts and then you get mad that people want to try them because that means less for you, there is something incredibly sad about that and you have yourself a Stan's donuts addiction. awesome donut concoctions, gluten free and vegan options, semi pricey depending on what you're getting, but totally worth it. go and indulge your senses.
(5)
Jane S.

If you love donuts, this is your place. Great unique selection of donutty goodness. Went back twice in one trip. Very busy, but very efficient staff keeps things moving.
(5)
Patrick W.

I want to live in Stan's. I want to cuddle with the mixers on the wall. I want to install a shower in the men's and women's bathroom(then I can have overnight guests). I always get a glazed, which is basically like a pillow of dough with a perfect glaze. The dough has a good amount of salt, too. That makes it really balanced. Buttermilk bar is nice. The edges are crisp and the inside is soft and tender. Glaze is just right. I had a friend from San Fransisco come into town. She told me Glazed and Infused was her favorite. So, I took her to Stan's then we went across the street to G&I. No competition. I want my room to be decorated with their boxes. If I lived there, it would be.
(5)
Gracie B.

If you are looking to satisfy a sweet tooth, then look no further! Stan's Donuts are tasty and unique in their combinations. My favorite so far has been the Nutella Pocket donut, which is truly an enjoyable experience. The donuts may be pricey for some, but I believe the donuts are worth the price. If you are driving to this location it is difficult to find parking so plan to drive around for 10 minutes or so. Overall, the donuts are tasty, the staff is friendly and present to enjoy their job, and the place is always packed which is a good sign. I highly recommend you visit this place at least once for the experience.
(4)
Kara E.

Stopped here a few weeks ago with my friends to try it out. Super cute shop, very clean and the display looked amazing. I like my donuts basic so I got the chocolate glazed yeast donut (my friends all got the banana nutella pockets). Eating my donut was heaven. It was so perfectly soft/chewy and the chocolate glaze was amazing. My friends loved theirs. We'll be back.
(5)
Marie G.

Buttermilk was 6 star worthy!!! The glazed pretzel was gross. I was sad I at that one. Cute spot to duck into.
(4)
Joyce C.

Really clean and big inside, there were hooks on the tables (so convenient), and outlets so you can quickly recharge your phone! We got the lemon pistachio donut and it was incredible. Clearly it was fried a lot because the donut was so firm and not fluffy at all but it was amazing. Great location because there are so many other restaurants and stores nearby!
(5)
Carmen A.

First time here. The donut were good. We tried the bacon maple, chocolate peanut butter banana donut, blueberry fritter, and a coconut donut, It was pretty pricey too. Just had to try it.
(3)
R.A. H.

I am a fan of cake doughnuts and Stan's always has a nice variety. Great texture and flavor. I always stop by when I pass by for one or two to share with my family.
(5)
Lati T.

It's so bad for me...but sooooo good! I love their glazed round donut...perfect texture...like a donut should be! And the store is so cute!
(5)
Anne W.

The donuts here are solid. While they are not my favorite gourmet donut shop in the city they are definitely very tasty. I got their Cap'n Crunch Bismark one morning along with a mocha. The donut was delightfully fluffy and yeasty just the way that I like it. I do think that they over did on the glaze a bit but it was still very tasty. The mocha was just all right. They do use Intelligentsia coffee though, which I love. I've also gotten their pistachio lemon old fashioned, Biscoff pocket, and glazed pretzel twist. Like I said before, everything here is is solid. It just doesn't wow me. Also, I do think that their specialty donuts (aka everything that I've listed here) are overpriced. They are more expensive than Doughnut Vault and much much smaller. That said, they do have the most convenient hours!
(4)
KM V.

I would recommend pistacchio donut! Although they are a little bit pricey, but if you're only going there just to try it, then might as well get pistacchio. I've tried other flavors too, but that's the only one that made me love this place!
(4)
Patrick D.

Place is cool. Right next to Damen Blue Line so it's convenient, and the donuts and service are great! I got a blueberry and apple fritter and a Boston creme. They all looked so good, but are perhaps a bit expensive for what they are, I mean one donut for $2.50? I know they're made in house, but I don't know that I'd come back based purely on price. Can't really rate anything else besides the donut I had.
(3)
Steve I.

Best donut I've had in my life was the Nutella banana donut here. At first I thought this was a generic donut franchise but I think it's family owned.
(5)
Heather L.

I always preferred a glazed Krispy Kreme to an old-fashioned cake donut. But Stan's old-fashioned is such a moist, composed masterpiece that I can't help but write another review on a donut. In my humblest donut-connoisseur experience, this place is slightly better than Glazed & Infused and Firecakes.
(4)
Amanda K.

After a wonderful brunch at Trencherman (just around the corner), my friend mentioned a new donut shop nearby...so of course I requested a pit stop to give Stan's a try! There was a line of maybe 20 people, but it moved along very fast. Once I was to the front of the line I sampled a lemon-pistachio donut that was on the counter. It was tasty, but I ended up sticking with my classic favorite and ordered a vanilla old fashioned. Something about that sour-cream moist donut gets me every time and Stan's rendition was delicious! The donut set me back $2.50 and was worth every penny. In addition to my donut, I taste-tested the biscoff banana creation my friend ordered. It was also delicious, but much more rich than my old fashioned so I was happy with my decision. Seeing that Stan's is directly across from a Glazed & Confused location, the donut competition is fierce here...but I see Stan's putting them out of business within a year!
(5)
Dave W.

There are a few great things about Stan's donuts. First are the donuts, like the nutella banana and peanut butter banana pockets, are diabetes inducing. Second, it's right down the road from Jeni's ice cream. So after a donut, you can get a cone of black cat espresso ice cream. Third, they're across the street from Glazed & Infused, so you don't have to feel embarrassed when you buy a half dozen of Stan's in the morning, then go to Glazed in the afternoon...
(5)
Emily L.

Awesome nutella and banana donut!!! Pretty sure it cancelled out my 4 mile run but it was worth it!
(5)
Michael S.

This place has a huge selection of donuts displayed in the glass counter right as you walk into the shop. The staff is friendly and offers up suggestions as to which donut to pick. I ended up choosing the cookie butter filled donut. Then came was fantastic and the cookie butter filling had wonderful consistency and flavor. The donut also had a glaze and cookie butter drizzle on top. I also tried the chocolate peanut butter donut. Again the cake portion was perfect and the filling spot on. The chocolate coating wasn't too sweet and had an intense chocolate flavor. The prices are similar to other such donut shops in the city. Even if you have been to some of those other places you should still stop in to give it a try. It is different enough and has plenty of rotating flavors to make it a worthwhile experience.
(5)
Jenna S.

The captain crunch doughnut is delicious and the location is great right off the damen blue line stop has something for everyone
(5)
Dave G.

Stan's Donuts are some of the best donuts I've had in the city. If you like donuts you should go. Some context: 1. There's typically a line out the door in the mornings. The donuts are worth the wait. 2. Stan's does great versions of classic donuts, and that's about half the case. Their Apple Fritters are better than many I've ever had. 3. They have rotating seasonal donuts and signature donuts. The Dream Bar is one of my favorites. 4. They have filled yellow cream and white cream donuts every day of the week. Any shop that doesn't have both cream types is lying about being a donut shop. Go to Stan's.
(5)
Brooke R.

I visited Stan's for the first time today. The place is quite small but the location is close to the hospital so it's a nice breakfast stop on the way to work. They have a variety of donuts and the serve coffee and tea as well. I had a maple caramel bacon donut and a creamsicle donut. Both were delicious. Service was prompt and friendly.
(5)
Anne M.

Another donut shop joins the Chicago ranks. [ When will this donut phase end? Will it just continue to balloon until donuts fill the streets? ] Don't get me wrong, I love a good donut. (I loved a good four donuts from Stan's over the weekend...) Stan has a nice shop with a great location by the Damen blue line with decent seating room - but in terms of the donuts themselves, I didn't find anything particularly different or superior from most of the other high-caliber, ever-increasing donut eateries sprinkled around the city. We tried 2 blueberry rolls, 1 apple fritter, 1 citrus old fashioned - all yummy, but all super glazey-sweet. I enjoy indulging in fancy treats like these every so often, but as we were at the check out, I couldn't help feeling a tad foolish for dropping $13+ on a small sack of 'nuts. Just the weekend prior at a little mom & pop restaurant out of town, I paid $1 per large donut, and I can't say they tasted a whole lot different than these.
(4)
Liam A.

I started stopping by this place when the Blue line was closed down and commuters were rerouted via shuttle buses. That ended up being a blessing in disguise as I've been frequenting Stan's ever since. I usually stop by whenever I have time before work since it's literally right below the Damen Blue line stop. The coffee is strong (great tasting decaf coffee as well if you're into that) and the donut selection is great. Try the Nutella-Banana pocket and thank me later. Stan's is a solid addition to this gourmet-donut trend taking over Chicago and worth checking out.
(4)
Shay E.

To quote the great Mugatu from Zoolander, "I feel like I'm taking crazy pills!" every time I eat donuts from Stan's. Is it possible that I've gotten a bad bunch every time? I've experienced so much better from other places. These just aren't that great. Let me tell you, I so wanted to be a fan of this place. They're open late (fuggin' awesome) and I loved that they had the balls to open up directly across the street from Glazed and Infused. I call them The Dueling Donut Shops. I like to picture the owners standing on their adjacent street corners glaring at one another and shaking their fists every morning (spoiler alert: I've yet to see this happen, sadly). Anyways... I've had their donuts on 5 different occasions and have been underwhelmed every time. I was excited that they were marketing themselves as a "mom & pop" style donut shop upon opening because this $3.50 designer donut trend in Chicago is getting ridiculous. But as someone that grew up on great mom & pop donuts I can assure you that these aren't even close. And still with the $3-$4 price tag? No thanks. They offer an awesome selection. They serve great gelato. The store is cute. The service is friendly. But if I'm being honest, Donut Vault and Do-Rite kick their ass in the donut department. They never look or taste fresh to me. I absolutely hated their chocolate glazed. The icing was like eating those cheap Hostess chocolate donuts you get in a plastic sleeve at the gas station. So waxy. The filled pocket donuts are dense and taste like they're day-old. The only thing I've liked from there is the cinnamon pretzel. It bums me out that they're mediocre. I'll probably try to give them another chance if I'm ever in the area but there's definitely much better in Chicago
(2)
David P.

One of the best donuts I've tasted. They're big so they're really worth the price. Always fresh. I'm hooked.
(5)
Christopher M.

With there being so many donut shops in Chicago your new donut shop better knock my socks off. Stan's failed to do so. It was perfectly fine (or A-OK as Yelp would say) but nothing spectacular, and of course it was very expensive. Another average donut shop that's expensive. Will this epidemic never end? 87/365
(3)
GaÃ«lle R.

FINGER-LICKING DELICIOUS! Best breakfast ever! I got the lemon & pistachio and the chocolate banana & peanut butter ones. I ate half of each for breakfast this morning and I'm about to devour the other halves as soon as I am done writing this comment. As a European I am not the best donuts judge but I can tell you that my mouth is watering just talking about them.
(5)
David R.

I don't keep my finger on the pulse of the dining scene anymore, but I sure can sniff out a new haute doughnut (aka honut) shop, as I am constantly on the prowl for apple fritters in this town. Overall, the wares are great, but I suffered one major disappointment: I came all the way down here from Ravenswood on a bone-chilling Saturday morning at 7am to find NO APPLE FRITTERS. Actually it turned into two disappointments, because noone in the front of the shop could tell me why they didn't have them that day or when to expect them. They don't bake on a set schedule and apple fritters had been offered every day prior to my visit. The kid was sympathetic enough, but he had no information and made no effort to get any. A good customer service experience would be to find out who made the decision and why and to get me the best available information to figure out when I might come back to buy the product that I want. But no, apparently my only option was to call ahead on any day that I want to come. So, since I am an apple fritter whore, that's what I did, and eventually got my hands on one. It is not the best in the city, but worth the second trip. It has nice apple content and good flavor, but the copious glaze makes it too sweet, and it was also too moist; I'm not sure whether this is a product of the recipe or it was slightly undercooked. In any case, I would eat this fritter again if someone handed it to me, but if I were seeking one out somewhere on the north side, I would still go with Glazed & Infused. Fortunately Stan's excels at several other varieties. (OBVIOUSLY on that first fruitless visit, I bought a few others with which to console myself.) It is hard to choose a favorite, but the top two were the boston cream, with bountiful and delicious custard filling, and the cinnamon twist, which has a nice doughiness and not too much sugar. Running a close third was the chocolate glazed, a simple classic that Stan executes gloriously. The buttermilk raisin bar is a good breakfast option because it is more cakey and substantial and less sweet, though sparse in raisins. A more qualified thumbs-up goes to the blueberry bismarck (bland filling, fruit quality dubious in February), the pistachio-lemon old-fashioned (bright green but lacks pistachio flavor), and the blueberry fritter (way too sweet). One other up note: samples. I've never seen any other honut shops do this. It's a huge advantage to be able to taste one or two gratis. I have no idea how much they charge for these things; I hum loudly when they read me the total and just hand over my credit card.
(4)
Tunaidi A.

Great addition to the Wicker Park area. Interesting decor with a decent amount of seating. Stan's Donuts provides another piece of competition from right across the street. The donut selection here is decent, with some traditionally flavored donuts and other more unique types. Especially loved the nutella banana donut.
(3)
Ariel L.

Just what Chicago needed, another donut shop directly across the street from an existing donut shop (Glazed and Infused). Woo hoo!!!! Donuts are pretty good. But most donuts are. But these are not blow your mind donuts, and there isn't much original about them. They are cheaper than the across the street competition, but I still don't get why they came all the way from Los Angeles to open an above average donut shop. More donuts! Let's get fat Chicago!!!! Yay! (This trend is getting really old)
(3)
Michael H.

4.5 Stars here/ Great story behind this place as the original location is from all the way in Brentwood, California! The inside is top notch with a cool display of Kitchen Aid Mixers in like 12 different colors. The donuts are delish/ some of the best I've tried out of all these new joints! The staff is very nice, my only complaint is that you can't put these huge icing ladened donuts in a paper bag!! Most of the frosting ends up lost..get dat did
(4)
Vanessa C.

As someone who doesn't like donuts, the # of stars should speak volumes. Regardless, holy crap their donuts are amazing. The old fashioned, the bischoff (cookie batter donut, good lord), the apple fritter, I could go on but then you may think I know my donuts. I don't, I just know these are absolutely delicious and amazing! Give them a try, even if you typically prefer a cookie or ice cream. You won't be disappointed!
(5)
Jeremy N.

in a world full of half assed donut shops and stale coffee, beacons of hope like Glazed & Infused and the Doughnut Vault have fought valiantly to provide Chicagoans with the pastries they deserve. But then there's Stan's, and with all due respect to the other two shops, Stan's is the best around. Why? Stan's is not just about the quality of the donut, but the fact that they do so many kinds of donuts well. There is definitely a donut for everyone- whether you like Biscoff pockets, blueberry lemon, or my favorite- a chocolate glazed twist tie in the shape of a pretzel, there's something up your alley.All of the donuts are fresh and hell-even the vegan donuts are incredibly tasty. The shop is almost always packed, so be prepared to wait- it's definitely worth the trip, and if you've got a few dollars to spend on breakfast or a midday snack, I highly recommend you spend some time at Stan's, but be careful...you might get addicted.
(5)
Justin N.

The geniuses of Labriola Cafe created this brand and product very well. This is by far my favorite donuts in Chicago. I judge a donut by their moist and flavor level. Stan's does not disappoint. Between their pretzel glazed, biscoff and nutella pockets: Stan's is quite the establishment. Very whimsical of childhood memories and providing great coffee from Intelligentsia, gelato, and milkshakes; I can come to Stan's twice a week!
(5)
Tricia D.

5 signs you know that Stan's Donuts is in your top 3 fave donuts: 5) You visit twice in a week without batting an eyelash... and don't even live nearby. 4) All of the flavors you've tried have made a lasting impression on your heart... chocolate covered old fashioned, pistachio glazed, and oh my, that apple fritter! 3) Shelling out almost $3 per donut is worth every penny for that feeling of euphoria you feel every time you take a bite of these fresh morsels of heaven! 2) Intelligentsia coffee bar! And the #1 reason you know Stan's is one of your faves... You're willing to wait 20 minutes in line with your parking meter expired on National Donut Day!
(5)
Ada H.

Get a pocket! Or 2...or all of them! The first time I had Stan's was when my coworker brought me one at work. She used to live near the Blue Line stop that it's located next to. Ever since then, I have been obsessed with the peanut butter banana pocket. Recently I've tried warming it up and added a little jelly inside. AMAZING! I've also tried other items there, and they are all delicious. You cannot go wrong with anything here. Also, they are on the Popular Pays app (for those of you with many social media followers). I am so excited that they are opening another location in Lakeview soon. Pretty dangerous for my wallet and calorie count, but my appetite will be happy!!!
(5)
Desiree H.

Came across this place by complete accident. They have a cute sign and I saw a lot of people walking in and that's quite honestly why I stopped by! To my pleasant surprise they had gourmet donuts and coffee! At 7:30... On a Friday night! Count me in. I ordered the maple caramel bacon donut because... Why not? And it was great! They offer free water and wifi. The store is clean. And they have an awesome selection of treats. The staff was really attentive and friendly! What a pleasant little treat and surprise! You should absolutely stop in!!
(4)
Tanya K.

I went to the Damen location today, August 2 at approximately 5:45pm. I ordered 2 glazed, 2 chocolate glazed, and 1 chocolate old fashioned. The donuts were plopped in a bag and I was sent on my way. I thought the presentation was terrible considerinng all of the chocolate was left inside the bag as I pulled the donuts out. I came to Yelp, to leave a positive Yelp review, as the donuts were delicious, only to find that they do serve multiple donuts in a box, not a bag! I would have said something at the store had I known there was a different option. Needless to say, I am sorely disappointed. It is not acceptable to package five gooey donuts in a paper bag with one piece of parchment-like paper. I understand one or two donuts being packaged in a bag, but not five! So, five stars for taste, one for presentation. Update: the same day I left this review, I sent the same message to their corporate offices, only to be ignored.
(1)
Sharon C.

I got a free Stan's donut from Popular Pays (an app definitely worth checking out if you're on Instagram, despite the absurdly pretentious name). I had the cinnamon roll and so. good. I could have eaten a dozen of these, easy. Flaky and sweet without being cloying.
(5)
Flavia A.

Inhale deeply and slowly, for that is the aroma of dough frying. Ahh... Immediately when you walk into Stan's you can't help but feel comforted. There's nothing like the smell of doughnuts, amirite? At 7:30 pm on a Saturday night, they had 4 full tray stacks of donuts behind the counter waiting to be ordered. We asked about the best choices, and our server recommended the old fashioned with lemon pistachio frosting. She said it was also one of the most popular. I'm a sucker for a really good, substantial old fashioned donut. After I walked away only $2 poorer, I bit into my donut. My first observations were that the icing was too sugary (this, coming from a notorious sweet tooth). It was crunchy with crystallized sugar. The whole pistachios on top were great, though. A wonderful bonus of nutty flavor. The cake part of the donut was okay. It was definitely substantial, but it tasted a bit on the dry side and a tinge of old oil. Either it was fried in oil that had too many run-throughs or it was a cheap oil. I ate about half the donut and threw the rest away. My overall impression is that for the price, it's a decent choice. Friendly staff, not too long of a wait, fun neighborhood.
(3)
Christina C.

Stopped by for a quick breakfast and was very impressed. The interior of the place Is very clean, modern, and cute. There also seemed to be a decent variety of donuts displayed. I ended up getting the pistachio lemon donut and i am so glad that I did. It had the right amount of outer crunch/inner fluff, the frosting wasn't too little or too much, and it the perfect hint of lemon to contrast the pistachio flavor. Definitely coming back to try all the other options of donuts that they have! ** also very easy location! Right off the pink line stop!
(4)
Bao L.

2 words: DONUT HEAVEN. I had heard great things about Stan's Donuts and I decided I had to check out what all the hype was about - and boy does it live up to the hype. I went in with some friends around noon on a Sunday and there was a line out the door. 9 times out of 10, a line out the door is a good thing, but I decided to let my taste buds have the final say. My friends told me that 1 donut would be enough to keep me satisfied, but let's face it, I'm a fat kid at heart so I disregarded what they said. I got the following: -Peanut butter banana pocket: Peanut butter? Good. Banana? Good. Stuffed together inside a donut? NOM NOM NOM -Banana nutella pocket: This is quite possibly the best donut I've ever had. The donut had a perfect, soft texture with the king of spreads (nutella) and a banana stuffed inside. Anything with nutella is amazing, but pairing it w/ a banana and putting it inside a heavenly donut is pure genius. Props, Stan. -Lemon pistachio: I honestly got this just because it was one of the three review highlights on Yelp, but I'm glad I did. It sounded (it actually still does sound) like an odd combination, but it worked together perfectly. The donut was firm, yet still soft and delicate. The subtle lemon flavor paired w/ the pistachio perfectly. My friends were right. 1 donut was plenty, but I ended up finishing all 3 because they were delicious (and maybe also because I hate admitting defeat...just maybe). Stan, you da man.
(5)
Abraham K.

YES! My favorite donut shop in Wicker Park! Before you open the door, make sure you don't trip over the small step. More than often people look past it and stumble, so be careful! I admit, my first visit I stumbled and caught myself from falling LOL. This donut shop will probably be packed during the afternoon so make sure you're aware of that. I would say parking is a hassle, but you can find street parking on the side W. Pierce Ave. As for the donuts itself, my personal favorites are Banana nutella pocket and lemon pistachio flavored! It'll be a party in your mouth!
(5)
Rami K.

I love the Banana Biscoff. So far its my to go place if I'm in the city and in the mood for donuts by far the best in Chicago..
(5)
Kaya D.

Delicious and unique. Very pricy though. I payed nearly $4 for a donut! I would liken this place to Voodoo Donuts in Denver.
(4)
Carolina D.

I was on my way to Glazed and Infused and since they disappointed me last time I went there, I decided to cross the street to their competition. Boy am I glad, because their chocolate-nutella-banana is addicting as well as their simply glazed doughnut. Saw a guy drinking a cup of cappuccino, it looked excellently frothed so I would try it. Wish they were open til later, but oh well... Anyhow, their donuts are great, maybe I am a new Stan's convert. Can't wait til they open on Clark and Diversey (a little closer to me). Wohoo!
(5)
Jen K.

Take a bakery and a 1950's diner; fuse them together and what do you have? Stan's Donuts & Coffee. I love coming here. The white and green dÃ©cor is charming with a side of retro. I came in the other week, and after eating one, I had to order an entire dozen for the family. My gluttony was telling me to open that box, and try each and every of one of them. However, my thighs were telling me otherwise. The Pistachio Glazed Old Fashion is my favorite. The glaze provided sweetness, while the dough and pistachio garnish provided saltiness, giving the donut an overall balanced and complex taste. I love how the pistachio garnish added to the texture, so eating the donut was both tasty and exciting. There's gluten-free options as well, so the boyfriend doesn't have to feel left out. He particularly likes the Gluten-Free Pistachio Glazed Donut. I actually had a bite, and I even forgot it was gluten-free because the texture and consistency was close to the real thing. You know this place is a hit because it's never empty. There's usually a line but the wait's never long. Stan's also provides teas, coffee, and even chai tea lattes. Located right by the Damen stop off the Blue Line, Stan's Donuts is a Wicker Park gem, and a must-try if you're ever in the neighborhood.
(5)
Kevin M.

I'd heard a lot about Stan's but donuts aren't (weren't) really my thing, so it took me a year to get there. Holy Glazed Heaven, i've been depriving myself for too long. I stopped in for the coffee but just had to try a donut. Channeled my inner euro-canadian and picked up nutella & a maple long john. Amazing. you know those places that have really inventive menus and combos of flavors, but they can't do the simple things right? Yea, that's NOT Stan's. They rocked everything - the dough was just sweet and airy enough, but had some good substance to stand up to the coffee. The glaze was perfectly flavored and soft - not too sticky but not hard as a rock either. Best donuts I've ever had. A little on the pricey side (over $3 for the specialty flavors), but definitely worth it.
(4)
Cassie Q.

Hands down the best donut in Chicago. There is not one time I pass wicker park without getting a donut. People say donut vault is the best. I totally disagree. Some other even say dorite or glazed & infused better? What are they thinking? In terms of creativity and variety, Stan's has it all. Biscoff pocket, awesome; Boston cream, my new fav; pistachio, delicious; coconut, heavens. The donuts have great texture on the dough. They also use real vanilla beans instead of extract. I can see small bean pods in the cream.
(5)
Valerie B.

When I first saw this place there was a line out the door. When i returned an hour later, the line was only slightly abated. But I insisted my friends and I join the madness and boy were we rewarded. Even with the long line, it didn't take long for us to get through. And the staff was quite friendly. Since there were three of us, we got a half dozen and yum each one was delicious. I was sad they were already out of beignets, which they advertise as a Friday special, but it's ok. Their old fashioned glaze was amazing! Sometimes the glaze can be overpowering, but not in this case. I also ordered a cake donut with chocolate icing. So good! What else did we order. My friend got a pistachio gluten free that looked great and she said tasted even better. So nice that they have options for everyone. We also got an orange old fashioned. That's not my cup of tea. But my friend enjoyed it. Orange is not for me! We got a stuffed donut with banana in it. It was good but really needed more banana overall to balance the other cinnamon flavor. Everything was great. I wish I lived closer so I could get them all the time. Actually probably good that I can't otherwise I'd be a million pounds.
(5)
Annie C.

Oh yes, I'm definitely about this Stan's Donuts life. That lemon pistachio is to die for. Keep in mind their donuts are on the cakey side. They're so so good! Also make sure you order quick because people get cranky if they can't get their donuts fast. This woman started to raise her voice at us while we were in line because we couldn't decide. She needed her donuts asap and when she did she was so happy and friendly. #stansdonutschangesmoods
(5)
Sarah R.

This place was on my bucket list (yes, I have a legitimate bucket list, and yes, food places are on it.). My brother and I decided to go one day because I had a free doughnut with the app Popular Pays. It was near closing time, so all they had left were something like the original one, pistachio, and apple fritter. The line was long, and we were worried we wouldn't get the doughnut that we wanted. Since it was near closing time, people were buying half and full dozens of all the good stuff! Once at the front, we obviously had to go with the apple fritter, and boy, am I glad we did! Although it was near closing time, it was still gooey. There are real apple chunks in the fritter, and it's super cinnamony. This is the only one I've tried, although I've walked by many times. I'm eager to try many more - I have heard rave reviews on their "pocket doughnut squares."
(5)
Bich V.

Every morning the temptress shows herself in form of amazing smelling fried dough as my friends and I walk to the line. Can you not? We finally gave in one afternoon on the way home because we were just not having a good day. Stepped in and saw tons and tons of yummy looking donuts. A nutella and chocolate glazed ones were bought and devoured. On that day, it was pretty good and it made us feel better because how could you not with fried items and chocolate goodness? However, the donuts weren't amazing or anything... comparing them to shipley's or krispy kreme, it falls short. And they were pretty expensive too. It would be a fun experience to try because the inside decor is really cute and the donuts were pretty big, but meh. #rubberchocolate
(3)
Diane G.

Still a winner! The Biscoff Banana Pocket and the Orange Glazed donut were also devoured by me in one sitting...
(5)
Chantal M.

This is my favorite donut place in Chicago (so far). I make sure to pick up a donut or two each day I'm in wicker park / bucktown area because I know I won't have the opportunity to find donuts like these back home. From the decor to the great tasting donuts, Stan's is a great place to sit around with friends or just grab and go. I guarantee you won't be disappointed with the size, taste and price of these donuts. Quite frankly if there was a way to win a year's worth of Stan's Donuts, I'd die happy.
(4)
Angela P.

Big Star + Stan's + Violet Hour = this intersection is the trifecta. Tacos, donuts, and cocktails. If only I could give up my life and live under the Blue Line. The line at Stan's was almost out the door on a Saturday in the late afternoon. It's a busy area, so I wasn't surprised, but it was dinner time-ish, so I was surprised... It moved fast though, since there were a few people working behind the counter, all working quickly and maintaining a friendly, upbeat exterior. I ordered the Pistachio Glazed, Lemon Curd, and an Old Fashioned. It's probably the best $8 I ever spent. All three were some of the best dontus I've had. I constantly say that Old Fashioned Donuts on the south side are the best and can't be beaten. Well, I don't know about that...Stan's are mouthwatering sugar bombs and everyone needs to try these! The inside of the store is cute. There are some seats, and I like the wall shelving with the many colorful Kitchenaid mixers. But wow, those babies are expensive, and there are 9 in the wall. I quickly did the math. 9 mixers x ~$300 each = $1800 in Kitchenaid mixers JUST for decoration! Where is this Stan? I want donuts, but I want some money too. I jokingly told my friend Aimee M that I probably wouldn't make it home with these. Ok, so I wasn't joking. Before I even got to I-90 to begin my trek home, I devoured the Old Fashioned. Just as I was getting back home to Plainfield, I had to wait for a freight train. I ate most of the Pistachio Glazed (my favorite of the three). I had enough restraint to wait until the next morning to finish the Lemon Curd, but honestly that's probably because it had been a long day, and I was tired.
(5)
Jackie M.

I've been there twice and the line moves pretty quick. If you want to compare or look for more exciting option, Glazed and infused is directly across the street. FYI - must order 6 donuts to get the cute looking Pink box. Order 2 donuts and you get a small tissue box (must request). The jam inside bismarck is home-made. My favorite: the Nutella banana with chocolate glaze. I cant explain how orgasmic it taste. It's just the perfect combo for nutella lovers! Other options are okay: Pistachio glazed - Very attractive green donut atop with pistachio, but it's too sweet and not much pistachio flavoring. Nutella chocolate - nutella filling Glazed - soft and lightly glazed Beignets - I saw the sign display and it was SOLD OUT!! I think it was probabaly a daily special? Other cool choices that you might like but I havent tried yet: captain crunch, maple bacon long john, peanut butter (not a fan, but general public may like), and gluten free option available
(4)
Arleen P.

Fresh delicious coffee! Buttermilk donut was to die for, omg so good! Friendly speedy service and if you're on public transportation they have the cta schedule on their screen next to the menu, How great is that! Definitely worth stopping by and checking it out.
(4)
Niti B.

These pocket donuts are genius!! I had the chocolate peanut butter and it was a sweet treat that left my lips smacked shut and me craving milk!!! Decently priced like its competitors this place is definitely worth a stop. Hard to park near but a perfect plus to hopping of the blue line or a stroll in the neighborhood after a good taco at Big Star for dessert or a breakfast bite before shopping on a Sunday! Will have to come back to try more of the seasonal and traditional choices since they have waaaay too many to sample when you're all alone!
(5)
Bart S.

My first visit to Stan's today, I was not blown away, It was good enough, but it didn't knock my socks off as I expected. The line was long, I left my wife in line, and went to use the washroom while waiting, 5 stars for the bathroom, clean and bright! The line was swift enough, however long enough to get in the way of the in and out door of Stan's. People in line didn't move up in a timely manner to keep pace with the fairly fast service. Kind of annoying. For the donuts, meh...overpriced as expected, larger than Dunkin', better than Dunkin, is Dunkin' the standard? Not sure, but I bet everybody has been to a Dunkin' Donuts Shop. I prefer Stan's to Dunkin' Donuts, however I would not rush back...5 donuts with tax 12.47
(3)
iddells E.

THE BEST doughnuts in all of Chicago with the best selection, but not the best service. I was short-changed twice, once by $30, and the workers seem to enjoy having conversations amongst themselves before serving customers. But whatever, I'd go back no matter what because their doughnuts are just so amazing; I just have to count my change to see if it's correct. Nutella, nutella banana, peanut butter banana, chocolate old-fashioned, and maple bacon are a few of the regulars I would get. I cannot wait until the Lincoln Park location opens up!!
(4)
Kaley K.

Ohhh stans. Amazing coffee. Wonderful selection of tasty donuts. Friendly staff. I recommend the peanut butter pocket to any peanut butter lovers-- you will not be disappointed. Only negative to this place is that it can be busy so you may have to take your donut to go instead of sitting inside. These are specially crafted donuts so they tend to be a bit more pricey if you get the more complicated ones but you can't go wrong with a chocolate cake donut either.
(5)
Misheel T.

I went here for the first time the other day and I LOVED it right away. I had the Blueberry Fritter and the Peanut Butter Pocket. They were both very delicious! The blueberry fritter was big and doughy with perfect amount of glaze. As for the peanut butter pocket, the chocolate glaze on top was rich and fudgy and the peanut butter filling was a perfect fit for the donut. The store itself is very cute and located right next to Damen Blue line. Definitely recommend to go here!
(5)
Jen D.

I declare that for my taste in donuts - Stan's is king. Donut preferences can be highly unique - so I don't expect we can all agree on the best donut place...Each of these places tends to have some sort of specialty - and Stan's is my mecca. My preferences are for sweet, fluffy, airy donuts with glaze. For special occasions I also really love a filling. Oh boy, does Stan's deliver. The best donuts by my standards are the pockets - in particular the pockets with banana. #1 for me is the Biscoff Banana Pocket. Who knew that Biscoff makes a creamy paste out of their delicious ginger cookies? Stan's stuffs their pocket with banana and Biscoff paste(?), then glazes the pocket and frosts it with Chocolate. mmmmm. #2 is Nutella Banana Pocket. These are not for the faint of heart - the donuts are incredibly sweet, but ohhh so sticky and yummy. I've also ventured into donuts with a more cake-like texture and have enjoyed them, but not nearly as much. Their buttermilk bar and maple bacon pecan bar are also quite good. I had Stan's two weekends in a row recently, so I won't be back for some time unfortunately... But when I deserve it, I will be back :)
(5)
Jane C.

Stan's has damn good donuts. Every non-Stan's donut I have had since is a waste of time and calories. Their chocolate glaze and those freaking pockets are so tasty they make me angry. If there was a yeast donut with only chocolate glaze (and no regular glaze), I would be here every day raging like the Cookie Monster.
(5)
Avanti H.

Omg love these donuts one of the BEST !! Been here a few times and they never fail. I personally love the apple fritters AMAZING.
(5)
Mari P.

I went their and I asked for a dozen donuts assorted the last gave me 6 of the same one. Was not to happy and it was 30 a dozen. Never again i was so angry.
(1)
Jaci Y.

Stan's donut would be a total treat for me because it's sweet and a bit pricey. But it's worth it because the donuts are so soft light and fluffy. The glaze donuts are so good! I love it and I would like to try their gelato some day. I have to be willing to shovel out at least $5 and up for some so I'll have to save my pennies for that gelato someday.
(4)
Jennifer V.

Cute little donut shop with a modern feel serving standard and specialty donuts. Ordered Nutella , lemon pistachio , raspberry bismark, glazed old fashion, and Boston creme. My friend and I split lemon pistachio and Nutella and the rest for our family. We were able to grab a seat and enjoy our treats. The donuts were rich , fresh and delicious. A definite must try shop!
(5)
Omar Q.

The plain glazed donuts at Stan's are the best I've ever had. The cap'n crunch donut was criminally tasty. We got a dozen donuts and they're very filling, but it was still worthwhile because there is so much variety that it's hard to choose.
(5)
Melissa A.

YUM YUM YUM. That about sums up Stan's Donuts! It is located directly across from Glazed and Infused (another donut shop) in Wicker Park. I wonder if they chose this location with the intent to have a donut battle and see which received more business! This is a small, cozy donut shop with one big communal table and a couple counter tops against the windows. When I came on a Sunday afternoon, this place was insanely packed and now I know why! Their donuts are to die for (yes, to...die...for). I love their unique twist on donuts since it's not just a donut...they have POCKETS! I ordered a nutella peanut butter pocket donut which is exactly what it sounds like. A soft, chewy donut filled with nutella and bananas and glazed with chocolate. Heaven, right?? I wish I had bought more than one donut for myself but I was trying to be good...keyword trying. I bought a peanut butter pocket donut for my sister and she said she devoured it in minutes. I can only assume it was just as delicious as mine. I guess that just gives me another reason to return to Stan's so that I can try another one!
(5)
Michelle R.

I'll admit, I haven't tried the doughnut vault or firecakes or do-rite yet, but I sure do love Stan's! I love popping in there while I waiting for my bus (they have a CTA tracker inside) and grabbing a donut (or 2 or 3). I have never been disappointed with the kind I got, however my all time favorite will always just be the plain old fashioned. Greasy, soft, sweet. That is a real donut. The coffee is good too. I can't complain about the price. If you want cheap donuts go to a gas station.
(5)
Anne T.

WOWOWOW. These donuts are freakin' fantastic! I tried this place out over a year ago, and have since been obsessed with this place. The place is owned by the same guy who started La Briola breads. I must say, the guy really has great mastery of anything doughy and delicious. The place is as cute as it gets. I love the classic patisserie style of the place and the staff outfits are absolutely adorable. This is such a quintessential donut shop. Tucked right under the Damen Blue Line stop, it is the perfect place to grab a snack before heading off to all the vintage stores in the area or before you board the train. If you are debating what donut to get, I highly recommend the Biscoff pocket. The donut is filled with a warm cookie butter that pairs insanely well with soft and buttery exterior. I tried the original glazed donut on Donut Day because they were having a promotion and I was not impressed. Generally, I would suggest splurging to get one of the specialty flavors. Definitely worth the extra cost.
(5)
Al D.

Loved this place! I had a gluten-free pistachio cream donut, was so good and tasted just as good as a regular donut (doesn't always happen with gluten free desserts). My girlfriend had a banana cream pocket which was out of this world, sweet and savory. Really liked the store decor too and the staff was friendly. Go here!
(5)
Cristie F.

There's something about the smell of sweet, sugary donuts that makes my heart skip a beat. And that's usually a sign that I'm in for a major sigh high. Stan's Donuts is nothing short of the bees knees. Never have I experienced such unique flavors married together, in a donut the size of my head. No matter what your donut fancy may be, Stan's has something for you. (Even you vegans out there!) the menu is vast so be prepared to become seriously overwhelmed when making your selection. Or, order one of each - with a side of insulin and a gym membership. No judgement here. When it comes to donuts, I don't discriminate. I love them all; old fashioned, cake, dough, yeast, stuffed, glazed, fritter.... But of them all (and of the ones I've tried) these are my absolute faves. - Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned - Maple Caramel Bacon Pecan Bar - Apple Fritter - Peanut Butter Banana Pocket Now, let's talk about the coffee for a minute. I don't know where they source their beans from but the house blend is on point. It's almost better than any other coffee I've consumed. Well, except one. And no, not Starbucks. Despite a line being out the door, the service is fast. Just be ready to know what you want so you don't become that person who struggles to make a decision when there's a line 20 deep behind you. Keep 'Em coming Stan. There's no doubt you have some of the best donuts in town.
(4)
Victoria B.

I'm admittedly not really a donut person. Whenever my work colleagues bring them into the office for breakfast, I usually stay far away. Nevertheless, Stan's really tempted me from all of the pictures and check-ins by fabulous Yelper, Amanda S. On my most recent trip to Chicago, I arrived to Wicker Park with the intention of going to Mindy's Hot Chocolate after lunch, but alas they were closed. Still holding on to my sweet craving, I saw Stan's next to the L train and decided that it was just what I needed to satisfy my craving. I got the Nutella Banana Pocket donut. It was so delicious and even prettier to look at. I almost didn't even want to eat it. It was probably the best donut I've ever had, given that I don't really like donuts. It was soft, moist and filled with delicious nutella/banana cream and iced with even more nutella on top. I can see why this place is so popular, even with that other donut shop directly across the street.
(4)
Leslie D.

So satisfied! I stumbled across this shop a couple of weeks ago on accident. My partner and I were originally picking up some donuts from the competition across the street and it was closed. We looked across and saw Stan's!! So we crossed the street and waited in line . We finally got a variety of donuts. My favorite had to be the chocolate cake donut ! We tried them on the way home and we were so satisfied with chocolate cake ! I only gave this place 4 stars and not 5 because the young lady who helped us out was a bit rude since the beginning of our transaction.
(4)
Mad I.

Super cute place, interesting move to come in across from Glazed.... Had the cult favorite nutella and a couple others...pretty good but I don't feel like I need to go back. I may stick to Firecakes...
(3)
Andrew G.

Not much more to say about this place than go. here. for. donuts. It's right off of the Damen stop on the Blue Line and ohmygosh dem donuts (OMGDD - trademark it with me people!). I've had the lemon pistachio old-fashioned donut and the Captain Crunch filled specialty donut and they are just pure heaven. Have you ever had Captain Crunch-flavored vanilla bean pastry cream before? Didn't think so. Neither did I until I went here and even to today I can't stop laughing and smiling thinking about it. There's usually a line out the door and the prices are maybe a buck or two more than your classic chains you can find anywhere in America but good Lord are they worth it. Just go here. Have a donut. Let it change your life and be fat and happy every time you're near Wicker Park. It's as simple as that folks! You only live once, right?
(4)
Lani N.

Great service and super cute interior. Love the variety. Vegetarians, the yeast donuts contain lard, so check out the cake donuts and the vegan donut.
(4)
Emily B.

I came here on a Wednesday morning around 10. Not crowded at all. And I'm so thankful because I couldn't wait! And as soon as I went inside, my dreams became a reality. Seriously, I want to take the entire showcase home and become a fat, happy slob :) I got the pistachio glazed and my 3 year old son naturally picked out the chocolate glazed with sprinkles. Both were so good, I tried to eat slowly and maturely, but, didn't happen. Sugar was creeping through my veins and it's the best feeling in the world. I also ordered the premium dark roast coffee. So delicious as well and I had a buzz for the rest of the day. Sugar and caffeine, my favorite food groups. Fortunately, I do not live that close to this place or I'd have a major problem. But I'll definitely be back!
(5)
Jennifer C.

I have a lot of experience with stan's AND glazed+infused donuts-- mainly because my partner lives opposite to Damen station and we spent our first couple months dating gorging on these novelty donuts. So as a cake-donut fan... After trying almost every one of them I reckon the lemon pistachio old fashion and the glazed chocolate is the best. Don't bother with any other cake donuts as they're usually too dry and if you want a moist cake one, head over to glazed and infused and get yourself one of their elaborately decorated red velvets. There's a wide variety of 20+ donuts to choose from but I was often disappointed.. I.e. The carrot cake donut was too sweet and fibrous, lacked body and cream cheese icing. The double chocolate donuts always seemed to have plasticky, tacky icing that seemed like it would peel off when you but down into the donut. A lot of fritters looked down right revolting, like fried vomit. If you have over 500 followers on popular pays you get a free donut every month if you post your donut pic with related hashtags to Instagram as well. I really can't comment on the yeast donuts as they never taste good or texturally feel right to me, but people seem into the Boston Cream or Nutella pockets. I for one have eaten enough donuts for 2014 and look forward to gorging on other fatty carbs.
(3)
Jenn T.

The line is bad but TOTALLY WORTH IT. Pretty much all you need to know is: Pistachio/lemon donut = AMAZING. Cookie butter pocket= AMAZING. It also blew my mind that this Stan's is a spinoff of the Stan's in Westwood in CA. I wish that location had fun/creative donuts like the Chi town location :(
(5)
Rosie V.

It was my first time here, I went on a Saturday morning around 10am and it was busy. The line was almost out the door and there was hardly any room to move. When I finally got to the counter I started to give the associate my order, I felt rushed and At this point I began to experience a bit of anxiety. Between the noise, amount of people and having to quickly decide between so many wonderfully decorated donuts I thought I was going to finally meet my maker. I had the Blueberry fritter and a caramel iced latte. It was mediocre and I wanted it to be outstanding! It was just okay.
(3)
Lola P.

As I have moved around the states I have always tried the local donut spots in search of the best buttermilk donut. And I have found it! Seriously the buttermilk bar is amazing. We also tried the apple fritter and a banana donut. I found the apple fritter to be good. The banana filled one was to sweet for my liking. The place was packed to the door and the line moved quickly. Definetly recommend Stan's.
(5)
Nava N.

I'm not a big donut person at all, but this donut was on another level. I got the Banana Biscoff which had probably half a banana baked into the middle. The banana's were clearly fresh and had a perfect texture. I really enjoyed it and was very impressed. I had to take off a star because the donuts are kinda pricey. Yeah it's a good donut, but it's still just a donut. It probably shouldn't cost the over $3 pricetag. However, if I was ever in the mood for a donut again, I would definitely come back here for it.
(4)
Roxane P.

But, as far as their to-die-for selection goes, you got to try their Lemon Pistachio Old Fashion. They take the already delicious and not to sweet Old Fashion donut and give it a twist. I can eat this donut everyday and never stop, it's that good! Definitely the one MUST try donut at Stan's. I also enjoy their Apple Fritter. First of all you have not seen an Apple Fritter till you have seen this one; it's possibly the biggest donut you have ever seen in your life. Can someone say donut for two? However, I'm sure after taking a bit of this incredible treat you might not want to share it! It has the right amount of fruit and sweetness perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of Joe. If you aren't a fan of apple, they have a blueberry one too! So whither you are a local or out of Towner, this place is worth checking out! Plus!!!! They have two locations now, their main shop in Wicker Park and another location in Streeterville! So wherever you are in the city you can get this amazing donut experience.
(5)
Lawrence Y.

Their donuts are good, but I found a hair in my strawberry filled donut. How did I find it? It was in my mouth as I was chewing it. Absolutely disgusting. They'd have 1 star if their donuts didn't taste so good.
(2)
Raquel S.

Wow!!! Small, busy, but so worth it! Fresh made doughnuts! I almost felt rushed, but people want their sweet tooth satisfied. I just tasted the lemon curd and classic glazed and yummy! Next will be Nutella banana life is all good.
(5)
Erin C.

Donuts fantastic. Been here times before and posted of such. That said -- Employee with the purple hair, needs a serious attitude adjustment. Saturday morning coffee and donuts don't pair well with constantly yelling at customers to move down and yes, I overheard you refer to me as a b**** when checking out. Apologies for not knowing the name of a donut because there wasn't a sign to accompany it and god forbid, I pointed at it to get the a fired off response from her, "I can't see where you're pointing." Should I see this lovely lady working the counter in the future you can be most certain my business will be heading across the street to glazed and infused.
(2)
David C.

Doughnuts are a little bit pricey, but they were bigger than your average doughnuts for sure (think Dunkin or Krispy Kreme as the average doughnut size). We had to wait in a line for doughnuts. We only got two and it cost $6. I think that's a little on the steep end for doughnuts. That being said, there were a bunch of doughnuts we didn't get the chance to try the one time we've been here and I would certainly come back for. I got a regular glazed doughnut, which was fine, but indefinitely preferred my girlfriend's pistachio doughnut (with a pistachio glaze and crushed pistachios). What I like about Stan's compared to other doughnut places in the city is that it has a seating area and wifi. However, as you'll see with the crazy crowds and lines, it's not generally feasible to access the tables. You come in, get your doughnuts, and go. Overall, Stan's is a solid doughnut place in Chicago, better than many other places. Still, prices are a little too high for what you get and I prefer Glazed & Infused, which is literally right across the street. Since I'm at the Damen stop a lot, I'll definitely give Stan's more opportunities to impress me.
(3)
Araceli R.

Yummy First time I try I told the prices are high but no coffee and donut $5.20 w/tax Not bad at all I try the toffee cake and house blend coffee pretty good I will back soon
(4)
Sarah S.

Donuts, donuts everywhere. Stan's is an adorable shop right in the hub dub of Wicker Park. They have a good selection of teas and coffees along with many doughnut options. I had myself a chocolate frosted cake doughnut and a double chocolate old fashioned doughnut. Both were decent, definitely better than DD, but I don't think I can slot Stan's into one of the top five doughnut shops in the city. I just didn't feel that the flavors were quite there. A swing and a miss for me but still a viable option when I'm in the area. I do love the bathrooms here simply for the fact that they have an occupied lock that shows when someone is in the stall. Why don't all places have this!? It would make life so much easier.
(3)
Hashim Q.

Stan's Donuts is my top donut spot in the Chicago area. Every variety of donut is super fresh, melt in your mouth goodness. You really can't go wrong at Stan's, just walk in and ask for a dozen of whatever and you will leave happy. My favorites are the glazed (best glazed donut I've ever had), the Nutella donut and the peanut butter donut. The best part about Stan's is they use dark chocolate in their donuts and you end up with sophisticated, nuanced donuts for grown up tastes. No milk chocolate everything nonsense here. They serve intelligentsia coffee as well so definitely get a cuppa with your donut.
(5)
Craig T.

Great selection of Donuts at a moderate price. I had the Banana Biscoff Pocket donut as recommended from a worker at Alliance Bakery. I only took a few bites and saved it, since I had to meet a friend for lunch soon. Other donuts look nice but way too full. Subway stop is only a minute away. Very convenient. The best donuts I ever ate? Stan's Donut Shop in Santa Clara which is not affiliated with Stan's Donuts in Chicago or LA. You can see them making the donuts fresh and their glazed donuts are the best. Cronut at Dominque Ansel in NYC is great too. Princess Cruises has a cronut on a lower deck where pastries, sandwiches and coffee are free. Their cronut is not filled with cream, but has nice flaky layers. This Chicago shop is nice but I prefer those others.
(4)
Christina C.

So, I went from never having Stan's to having Stan's two days in a row... I don't exercise that much, so this is all probably downhill for me. I have a penchant for coconut. I can have it in all shapes and forms, and I'll love it, but holy crap, the coconut cream doughnut was everything I could have dreamed of. There are coconut flakes on the outside, which is already quite splendid. In the first bite, no, I didn't get to taste the cream, nor in the second bite, but finally, that third bite, I got to taste that whipped cream kind of coconut. It was like whipped cream in texture but at the same time, it was dense. Totally worth the three dollars. Also, definitely try the Nutella stuffed one. Chocolate and hazelnut are so perfect together. The dough part of it resembles the layers of croissants and had the same buttery goodness of croissants. Try everything. I eventually will as well.
(5)
Kiera R.

Honestly, I had wandered this way to get a glazed and infused donut, but peeped into this window first and made an executive decision. NO REGRETS.
(4)
Jay I.

After finding out about this place (well, the sign is hard to miss when you stand on that intersection), I have stopped by many times mostly trying donut with a cup of coffee, and this place definitely fits in as one of the best donut shop in Chicago. Pistachio, buttermilk and bacon maple are my favorites, but they constant bring an A game on donut.
(4)
Ivy Z.

Chicago has a LOT of specialty donut shops. Stan's is probably one of my favorites. Stan's donuts are the perfect cakey texture, the flavors are unique without being over the top obnoxious. The prices are normal, and not the $5 a pop like they are in Glazed and Infused across the street. They do run out of flavors if you go later in the day, but even the simple glazed cake donut was very perfect for me. My favorite one so far was definitely the peanut butter banana pocket. Such a great sweet to light up an afternoon. The location is adorable and the ambiance fun. I'd come back if I were in the area.
(4)
Pavnit K.

I love Stan's, I truly do. Maybe it was Grub Hub's fault and my order didn't go through, but after my order being almost an hour later than the promised time, I called Stan's to check on the status. They did not have my order from Grub Hub, even though I had been charged. They did let me know they would call Grub Hub and try and remedy the situation. I received a call back about an hour and a half later. The girl who called me was extremely apologetic as she could not reach Grub Hub's customer service. She was more than willing to work on making sure I would be refunded my payment and also offered me a free dozen for my trouble. Even though I'm sad I did not get my donuts, it's great to know there is still decent customer service out there!
(5)
Rosa J.

I personally think Stan's Donuts is a great place to be at the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood. I like the location (next to the CTA Damen Blue Line station), the ambiance (very chic and brightly-lit with lots of windows for people-watching), and the service (young ladies smiling like a sunshine and very welcoming). However, my least favorite part was the donuts. I'm not trying to be ultra-critical, but the donuts were high on the saccharide level. I know that having an elevated sugar content is what a donut is supposed to be. Containing too much sugar skews the natural sweetness coming from the fruit or nuts or all other natural ingredients. I had the blueberry fritter and old-fashion lemon pistachio. I know for $2.50/each donut, it's definitely on the pricer side. Nevertheless, the blueberry fritter was gigantic! If you're SO SO low on your blood-sugar level, go with this option. Otherwise, plan on being extraordinarily hyper at your work place for a next couple of days. I liked the lemon pistachio more than the blueberry fritter because the taste and size were within my own "consuming" ability. To be honest, I felt like a sugar zombie after finishing my two (2) donuts. I still prefer the donuts at the place called "Somethin' Sweet Donuts" in the Cragin neighborhood on Fullerton Ave. Rosa J. isn't too easily to be persuaded into the cute decors at Stan's; she's "all about the taste, the taste, and no lying." I still rendered four (4) stars for the premium location, commuting convenience, and the CTA bus trackers (50, 56, and 72) on one of their monitors.
(4)
Marina A.

Very cute, trendy donut shop and cafe. Great selection of coffee and tea and so many unique donuts!
(5)
Ashley I.

It was busy, but had very prompt service. I got gluten free chocolate and pistachio donuts. All of the regular donuts looked so good!
(5)
Glo K.

The wonderful smells of Stan's fried confectionery goodness spread all over the Six Corners! When you're on your way to the Damen blue line, what do you know, you're following the smell and standing in donut heaven for a quick minute (cue the angel music). It's really hard to avoid Stan's when it's freakin' right next to the Damen stop. Even when you're not hungry, you leave with a baby pink and white-striped box filled with a delicious array of doughnuts of your usual favorites and maybe one wild-card for kicks. My two favorites are the Blueberry Old-Fashioned and Lemon-Pistachio Old Fashioned. The old fashion does not leave a greasy residue on your hands and has a good texture. The friendly staff recommends the Biscoff Cream Pocket donut ($2.50), which is the neighborhood favorite. The biscoff cream is a cookie butter that has a graham-crackery taste. The donuts are generously filled and there's a perfect ratio of glazed, icing, and donut ratio. (Warning: Prepare for a minor sugar rush... but it's so worth it.) Also don't forget to grab an intelligentsia coffee on the other hand, and now you're ready to hop on the next blue line!
(4)
Jennifer B.

I've heard all the hype about this spot and I finally have in..today is the second time in 3 days...so that says a lot! The first time I came here, I had the Nutella creme donut and I waited to get back to my apartment to put it with ice cream, whip cream and bananas. Omg, so rich! I threw away the bottom part of the donut..I wouldn't have if I didn't feel guilty about all the holiday eating!!! Today, I went with the coconut creme! Omg it was delicious! The creme filling was not overwhelming, but light and delicious! Took one bite and put it away, I gotta learn how to eat in moderation...haha I'm getting better! But it is amazing...don't get me wrong. Also had the eggnog latte, so good on this cold day!
(5)
Michelle P.

Less enthused this time around. Now that the novelty of the unique flavors has worn off, time to focus on the donuts themselves. We got a biscoff banana filled, nutella, boston creme, and lemon pistachio. The lemon pistachio was rich moist donut - seems like their standard old fashioned donuts are what they're best at. But the filled donuts were a disappointment. Don't take me wrong, the fillings were great - but the donuts themselves were heavy and not very sweet. Kind of like a heavy,dry brioche dough. And for $3.25 a donut, they should be more than just okay. "A" for originality, "C" for execution.
(3)
Aubrey L.

This is my favorite donut place in all the land (at least Chicagoland)! I've tried many of the donuts that they offer from the Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned, Nutella Pocket, Blueberry Bismark, Boston Cream, Cocount Cream, and a Vanilla Gelato Old Fashioned sandwich! All pair well with a nice iced coffee! It's really hard to stay away from this place. It's a good thing I don't live close-by. And, I'm borderline diabetic so it's a good thing there is some distance between us. Ugh! Life can be difficult sometimes. Well, excuse me...while I daydream about donuts!
(5)
Vanessa M.

Amazing! Hopped off the L and this place immediately caught my husbands eye. We had to go in! First thought- this place is SO cute! From the pretty little hexagon tiles to the colorful kitchen aid mixers on display... it's so adorable. (mine, my husband couldn't care less about ambience when trying new places) They had an excellent variety of doughnuts; it was hard to make a decision. My husband went with a yeast doughnut, with vanilla icing and rainbow sprinkles. He said it was perfect. I went with the Nutella banana pocket... oh my goodness. It was literally the best doughnut I have ever had. We recently moved to the Chicago area from Florida, and back home we had the best doughnut place ever. I asked my husband how he would compare Stan's to our fav in FL- we both agreed they were one and the same. The only thing..... our doughnuts back home were $0.75 each. Its pretty painful to shell out $2-3 for a doughnut. We surely won't be buying doughnuts often because of prices, but when we do, it'll be Stan's.
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Jenny V.

I LOVE DOOOONUTS we finally went to stan's and its soon yummy. I got a nutella banana pocket and a lemon pistachio yuuummmmm! the donuts are huge and delicious I was a bit disappointed with the lemon pistachio, but just because i was expecting more pistachio then lemon. Maybe next time i'll stick to the basics, the chocolate old fashioned looks so good.
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Rachel C.

Came in Saturday morning to a long line standing outside Stans. Efficient service allowed me to get my donuts quickly: Biscoff banana pocket: favorite of the bunch, delicious, moist, banana-y taste, sweet but not cloying Lemon pistachio old fashioned: kind of like a sweeter version of lemon poppy seed bread, but a little dry compared to the pocket. Still good though. Double chocolate old fashioned: chocolate-y goodness but also a little dry. If I go back, I'd probably get every kind of banana pocket (peanut butter, Biscoff, and Nutella) but maybe not the non-pockets (the donuts here are a little pricey!) Pretty good coffee too!
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David B.

The picture says it all - a box of some of my favorites. The lemon pistachio and the toffee crumb are constant winners. Stan's does excellent old-fashioneds, rivaled only by Do-Rite. Their cinnamon twist, when fresh and hot, is amazing. They do doughnut wells and I am glad to see they're expanding throughout Chicago.
(5)
Melanie T.

Highly recommend the Nutella Pocket donut! I seriously could have eaten a dozen of them! The night we went they were having a sale, any 6 for $10. Perfect for us since there were 5 of us. Also have to add that they were playing the best songs! Totally through me and my family off since it seemed like a cute little hipster/Pinterest-y spot. They were playing Walk It Out, Started From The Bottom, Party Like A Rockstar, Tuesday...LOL. Youuu know! But my kids and I loved it! Everything!
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Tina L.

This place is so FUN! I love the signage outside, and I love the ambiance and feel on the inside. If you're not in the mood for donuts, you certainly will be once you're inside. I recommend the Banana Biscoff -- wow. Phenomenal!!~ Not too much banana, not too much bread, not too sweet. Just a great balance of flavors in this tasty little pocket.
(4)
XTreats X.

Great shop with good hours! Old fashioned doughnuts are really good. They seem to be the same doughnut just with a different glaze on each (which is still great but can be more innovative). Great shop great quality great hours. If you're in wicker park because you're the trendiest person alive, stop by and grab a doughnut.
(3)
Holly S.

Very cute and tasty! I'm not a donut person but I enjoyed these. They are always busy.
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Triphena W.

An 'A' for the biscoff pocket! Stan's was my first experience with this spiced cookie spread aka speculoos, and I'm a fan. I don't believe any other doughnut shop in the city is using speculoos/biscoff in a doughnut, but I could be wrong. The yeast dough was soft, and the biscoff filling was a nice change of pace from jelly doughnuts. I also purchased the twisted cinnamon sugar pretzel-shaped doughnut. This one I found to be unremarkable and slightly dry; however, I arrived around 5pm on a Saturday so it might've tasted better had I picked it up in the morning or early afternoon. It seemed most of their flavors were sold out for the day at this time so if you want a larger selection of doughnuts, I recommend stopping by earlier. From photos I've seen when the case is full, it seems Stan's offers more flavors each day than Doughnut Vault, Glazed and Infused, Firecakes, and Do-Rite Donuts. I would like to go back and try some of their old fashioneds and compare them with Doughnut Vault's. I've heard Stan's orange old fashioned is great. There's counter seating and a communal table to enjoy your doughnuts. Not my favorite doughnut shop in the city, but I need to try a few more flavors before making a final decision. Recommend.
(4)
Nisa J.

This place has some of the best donuts in Chicago! My favorite is the peanut butter.
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Anastasia N.

I finally got to go here before they closed. I'm not sure what I was expecting from doughnuts but all the hype about this place I was expecting more. Maybe it was because we came around dinner time and the doughnuts were not as fresh. But I was expecting some fresh doughnuts if they were going to be priced at $3 each. But I am willing to give this place another try. Hopefully this time it'll be closer to when they first open. Still have hopes for this place.
(3)
Jane V.

Loved this place. I recommend the old fashioned...simple but perfect. Dense interior with delicately glazed outside. Pretty sure the coffee was intelligentsia and was great as well.
(5)
Niyati D.

Stan's serves classic donuts. Think of the donuts from Dunkin Donuts that you grew up eating.. glazed, chocolate glazed, double chocolate, french crullers. Now imagine those actually tasting fresh, not processed, and plain delicious. That is Stan's for you. Stan's also does specialty stuffed donuts - Nutella and bananas, peanut butter and bananas, etc. But personally the traditional ones much better here. The glazed, double chocolate, and blueberry fritter would have to be my favorites. I can't not talk about the service and the ambiance. Stan's employs some quality people! The girl working at the counter suggested we get half a dozen since it would work out cheaper for us. Now that's great customer service. The shop in Wicker has an open layout with one big communal table and a really cute retro vibe. Its a great spot to sit and enjoy your yummy treat, plus they have wifi! Verdict: The cakey, heavenly donuts at Glazed and Infused still have my heart... but if those are ever sold out (as they often are) I'll get my donut fix at Stan's.
(4)
Bryan N.

Awesome doughnuts and coffee ! A must stop by at Damen blue line when visiting Chicago! All the doughnuts are worth trying and a great spot to hang out. I would definitely be stopping by once a week.
(5)
Carolyn M P.

OH,OH OMG !! We came here on Sunday the 12th and bought 5 donuts and bought 2 Orange Glazed Old Fashioned- 1 glazed pretzel twist donut-1 Biscoff Banana Pocket w/ Chocolate icing & 1- Cinnamon Sugar Cake. They are so, so moist even after stilling in a bag till Wed 4-15-15. Then I returned by myself today 4-17-15 to pickup a hold at a store. I just couldn't get on the bus no.50 to go home without hitting my newest donut store. I only bought 2 this time I bought a Buttermilk Bar sorta like a Long John with nothing inside. 1 Toffee Cake w/pecans donut. The clerk said they make there toffee here everyday. That sold me to try this. And now I wished I bought 2. But I will know that next time. Also it wasn't packed like it was on Sunday.
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Victoria G.

Right outside of CTS Damon stop. Very packed and not much place to sit inside. They serve Intelligentsia coffee and donuts are good. A big choice, though, so make sure you know what you want ahead :)
(4)
Hannah C.

I never thought there was such a thing as "too sweet" until I got here. The doughnuts are fine - we tried four and found that once you've had one, you've had 'em all. Decent bread dough, sugary topping, and probably something sugary in the middle too.
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Vicky A.

My friend and I went to Piece brewery for dinner, but decided to try Stan's Donuts since we were in the area. I've heard good things about this place. The service was great and the inside of the shop was clean and nice. I ordered an iced chai latte and a Nutella banana pocket. Best I've ever had! I heard the pistachio donut was good and I will try that next time. My friend tried the biscoff. It was very good, just as good as the banana Nutella pocket. It's right near the blue line, very good location. I love that area. You need to try Stan's donuts!
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Michael Anne A.

I'm not a big donut gal, but was excited to try this place with all of the trendy donut shops popping up in Chicago lately. Reading the other reviews that they use lard in their yeast donuts was a little off-putting (not a vegetarian, but still), so I went with a cake donut, the Lemon Pistachio Old Fashioned. While the lemon & pistachio flavor was definitely there, the frosting on this thing was just way too sweet. It's not an overwhelmingly large donut, but I couldn't even finish it. If I go back, it'll definitely be to get a donut not drenched in frosting. The decor is cute with a wall of colorful KitchenAid mixers (hi, can I have one) and the staff was friendly. They also serve Intelligentsia coffee, which, ya know, can't go wrong there. Overall, I'd say try the other numerous donut places in the city before deciding Stan's is best.
(3)
Natalija S.

I have mixed feelings about this place. Stopped by here after work to treat myself and decided to go with the nutella pocket. My jaw dropped when she told me the price. $3.55. The f***?!!! Granted, the doughnut was very good (obviously better than crappy DD), but definitely not worth almost four dollars.
(3)
Caitlin G.

love stanssssss!!!!!!
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Luke D.

This is really a 2.5 star review. Stan's makes some great donuts. Service has always been helpful and friendly. However, their failure to publicly disclose a key polarizing ingredient in over half of its donuts knocks Stan's down a few stars. I learned after maybe a dozen visits that their yeast raised donuts are made with lard. If given a choice, I wouldn't eat products made with this ingredient. Also, I took some vegetarian friends here who ate non-vegetarian donuts on my recommendation (which I never would have given had I known what was in the donuts). I would never suggest that Stan's change its recipes, but disclosing its use of lard in advance would give customers the ability to make an informed choice.
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Mira S.

I'd been meaning to try it for a while, and have started making the Chicago donut rounds, but have honestly been a bit disappointed. The cake of the donut was good, fresh, soft, and appropriately heavy. The cream donut wasn't a nice thick cream, so I don't think they do that, as this was the closest sounding. It was just too sweet, and didn't add anything, in my opinion, and I actually couldn't finish the donut because I grimaced every time I got a mouthful of weirdly textured sugar overload. They serve Intelligentsia coffee, but it wasn't very flavorfully brewed, so I'd probably pass on that. For comparison, they far have more choices than Donut Vault, the donuts are a bit smaller, and I'd say the doughy part was about equally as good. Also more seating and a more convenient location (right under the el). A donut is a couple of bucks, standard for a "gourmet donut."
(3)
Hui Meen O.

The ambience was comfortable and casual. A great place for people watching. Too bad I didn't try the donuts or drinks as I was going for brunch else where. Will definitely drop by again if I'm in Chicago.
(4)
Agnes I.

YUMMY donuts. I went here earlier this week and got the glazed vanilla and an old-fashioned donut. I preferred the glazed donut better because it was soft and moist but the old-fashioned was good too. I wouldn't recommend eating 2 donuts in one setting like I did because they are sweet and dangerously tasty :) Decor is cute inside with lots of natural light coming in through the windows and lovely green stools to sit on. There are quite a lot of donuts here to choose from so it is nice that they have hand-written signs in front of the donut display box so that you can easily identify what donut you are looking at. These are not your typical 99c 'dunkin donuts' style donuts so prepare to spend some money (I think one typical donut there costs $2.50 but I can't remember). Although I should have probably tried more donuts before I wrote this review; overall, I had a good experience here. The staff is friendly.
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Abbie F.

Apple fritters here are the BEST I've ever had! I really wanted the banana Nutella pocket but was stuffed after dinner and only had room for one. I think this is my favorite donut place in Chicago because the inside is super cute, it isn't overly expensive and they are open late!!
(4)
Noel R.

Good assortment of donuts that are made fresh daily in the shop. The staff has always been friendly and helpful. The donuts themselves are pretty solid and delicious but by no means amazing. Lemon Pistachio is one of my favorites and a go to if I'm being indecisive. As far as their take on the Maple Bacon Long John, go across the street to Glazed & Infused... Stan's take is just lacking. As far as coffee, they serve Intelligentsia Coffee and have a full bar.
(4)
Jane R.

The main reason for my bad review is because the donuts are COOKED IN PIG LARD and this isn't advertised anywhere in the entire shop. I only learned this after eating a donut and being told later by an employee. Thanks a lot. But even if I weren't a vegetarian, I still wouldn't eat a donut cooked in a dead pig because I'm also a Jew. But if I weren't Jewish either, I still wouldn't eat this crap. The thought of it is disgusting. One minute, you're a pig. The next minute, you're frying a donut. Sounds like dessert to me. Bleh. But seriously, Stan's, you gotta post that your donuts are non-veggie friendly unless you're looking for a lawsuit from the vegetarians, Jews, Muslims, and all other non-pig eaters who wouldn't even think to ask if your donuts were fried in a dead animal because, seriously, who does that?!
(1)
Linda H.

I really like Stan's doughnuts. I used to patronize another doughnut shop on Damen/North/Milwaukee, but I was always frustrated because they had limited hours and tended to sell out often. Stan's has WAY more variety in the flavors they offer, everything I try is delicious, plus they have gelato. And now they just opened a late-night window, which is AMAZING. The doughnuts are not the best I have had (that goes to Sentry Foods in Walworth, WI, random, I know, but trust me), and I still can't get over paying $3-4 for a doughnut. But when the craving hits, Stans is where we end up.
(4)
Jessi H.

Stan's will always and forever be my favorite donut place. Please come to NYC? :)
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AJ M.

This place is a doughnut lovers dream! Set in the busy great location of wicker park. You walk in to a decor that reminds you of old school kitchen. The variety of doughnuts is pretty nice! The maple bacon was deff worth the try. The peanut butter banana pocket sounds amazing but was a little too heavy for me. In the sometimes your old reg glazed or chocolate frosted is the way to go!
(5)
Erika H.

I tried the Nutella Banana Pocket and the Cherry Cheese Danish. Like many girls, I'm a huge Nutella fan so of course I loved it, but for the price I could have found something similar elsewhere. The Cherry Cheese Danish was amazing though! Perfect combination of glaze, cherry, and the cheese...mouthwatering! It's a super small place though. 1- we felts rushed to put in our order because the line was quickly getting long, 2- we wanted to sit in and enjoy our donuts, but there was no space available. Don't expect to find anything healthy here though- it's all incredibly tasty sugar!
(4)
Jeff H.

Donut mecca for me, dear reader. Baked onsite, Intelligentsia coffee brewed, and donut flavors unknown to me make this one of the best donut shops I've ever visited. I thought the peanut butter cup was the best donut I ever had- peanut butter filled donut with chocolate glaze frosting...until they made a version stuffed with bananas too. Fugeddaboutit. It's out of control delicious. You know those biscuit cookies you get on airplanes, Biscoff? They make biscoff donuts. They don't suck! Blueberry fritters, apple fritters, buttermilk donuts, pistachio flavored, and on and on. I could continue to rave, but stop reading this and git yourself over to Stan's. Thank me later. I'll be the guy with peanut butter and banana on his face.
(5)
Shaz K.

Cute spot to meet friends for coffee and amazing donuts. The barista makes perfect lattes. She gave us samples of chai latte to try cause she had extra from the previous customer. Friendly service and great atmosphere.
(4)
Shereene M.

I loooooove this place! I wish I could eat donuts all day and not get huge.. Everything is yum. Even the Stan's donut gelato!
(5)
Jamie M.

Amazing donuts! I've tried firecakes and glazed and infused and this was definitely one of the better expierences I had with chicago donuts. I got the Nutella and banana pocket and WOW! Definitely better than my glazed and infused donut (I tried then side by side). If you're a fan of donuts do yourself a favor and give this place a try. I recommend trying their speciality donuts (pockets)
(5)
Evie Z.

I came to work and sitting on my desk is a vegan donut from Stans my friend Holly brought in. All is well with the world :)
(5)
K S.

If I had to choose this place is better than glazed and infused. Don't be intimidated by the long line , the staff is pretty fast and the line is quick. They have a better variety of donuts. Plus they stay open unlike glaze in which it seems they bake one big batch and of you're lucky they might have a product during brunch hours. Stan's is my new favorite place to get a pricey but yet worth it sweet treat .
(5)
Adam K.

"Across from Glazed & Infused? The gall of that Staniel!" New fan here, love the inside, staff is nice and friendly. Came here after the wicker park farmers market, which is awesome, to get the load of green stuff balanced with some sugar and gluten. Yeah. Recommend all, I had a huge mixture, the nutella and bacon was a little strange, but not bad. I think the standout winner is the dough, which is obvi fresher than Jazzy Jeff's sweater collection. Love.
(4)
Niamh O.

There are no words. Best donuts EVER! Aside from deadly the toppings and flavours- the actual donut is just perfect! I went for the pistachio glazed donut. There wasn't a strong pistachio flavour from it at all but I was still brill. My pal had the biscoff pocket which she loved. If she was getting it again she said she'd get the biscoff banana pocket! They went so well with the intelligencia coffees which were lovely. The wicker park area seems like it can be a bit pricey at times but this place was really good value!
(5)
Steven M.

I wanted to like this place very badly, wayne's world and all, but i just don't. The coffee and the donuts just aren't good. I guess i've only tried the cake varieties and not any of the filled ones, but the selections haven't been to great during my visits.
(2)
Christine K.

YUM! My favorite donut shop in our neighborhood. You can't beat this treat on a weekend. Lines can be long but move quickly. Delish!
(5)
Brian F.

With donuts, simpler is better. This place has the best glazed donut that I've ever eaten.
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Angie R.

Stan is the man, omg the best donuts I have had in my life so far. I got us the peanut butter, banana chocolate glazed, the chocolate cake and the apple fritter. Yumminess, freshness, not too sweet I have to say very well balanced in all of these aspects of a donut. My fav so far is the peanut butter banana chocolate glazed. A bit pricey but a treat is a treat all in moderation.
(5)
Kim B.

The doughnuts are delicious! I can't fathom the idea of ever purchasing a doughnut from Dunkin doughnuts ever again after having Stans. They have such a variety that I can never choose! I swear it takes me about 5 minutes to pick which doughnut I want. They also serve coffee which is okay. The staff is nice enough but not what I would call warm and fuzzy friendly. Overall their doughnuts are awesome and worth the visit.
(4)
Marie B.

Did not disappoint. Read article about Stan's and with all the donut places that I already love, Glazed & Firecakes, how could I add another on my list? They made it super easy...classic donut taste with new flavors. I love a classic old fashion donut, but when u add pistachio and coconut to it-Boom! I haven't tried the donuts with filling, but will come back to do so!!! Easy El access...difficult car parking
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Betty S.

I don't even like donuts, but my husband and I happened past this place after getting off at the Damen Blue Line Stop on our way to another place. The selection here was good, and it looked like they had plenty to go around, even at 4:00 p.m. on a Saturday afternoon. (Some donut/pastry shops sell out by late morning.) My husband got a blueberry filled donut and a nutella donut and claimed that the nutella donut was the best donut he has ever eaten, and this is coming from a guy from Europe. I was also pleasantly surprised that they had gluten-free donuts available and a little seating area. On their menu, they even had teas and coffees. I ordered the beignets and have to say they were delicious. The price is $2.50/per donut which is a bit steep for everyday, I think, but I would definitely stop in again if I'm over this way.
(5)
Marina H.

Stan's is the BEST donut shop in Chicago. Their variety is soooo great and their pockets are out of this world. Read my blog post about my obsession with Stan's and what I recommend getting! fromchicagowithlove.weebâ€¦
(5)
BD P.

Review by Becky: OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AMAZEBALLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This place is super cute and all the employees are very very friendly! I picked up a glazed pretzel, maple long john and a nutella & banana filled donut to share with my coworker this morning. The donuts were huge and delicious! Best donuts ever!!!!!! I was running around my office yelling and shoving donuts in my mouth freaking out about these mind blowing donuts! I can't wait to come back and try more amazing donuts!
(5)
Dawn F.

Love the donuts my favorite is the blueberry old fashion . I picked up a dozen last week a mix of glazed , twist , blueberry and some filled with bananas, they were all mouthwatering delicious.
(5)
Max G.

Never going back. I purchased a $2.50 specialty donut - which I was fine with...it was an overpriced donut, but I knew what I was getting into. Anyways, when I hit checkout, I was charged $3.50 + tax. I guess the cashier assumed screw it, let's make it an extra $1. If you want your donuts to be $3.50, then list them at $3.50. Don't defraud people into buying overpriced donuts, and then tack on an extra 40% charge. Also, donuts aren't that great. These aren't any better than Dunkin Donuts or any other place. They're just less round, and more sloppily made. My assumption is that the sloppiness makes them seem more artisan, which in turn commands a higher perceived value. However, taste wise, this donut's just a regular donut.
(1)
Felicity L.

$7.10 for a single donut + small iced coffee! Both were, meh-I've had far superior! Do-Rite and Glazed & Infused both blow Stan's out of the water! And both are much more fairly priced.
(1)
Junior D.

Walking through Wicker Park we noticed a long line if Hipsters waiting at Stan's, we decided to try them out and order a Lemon Pistachio cake doughnut. I wasn't paying attention to prices when cashier asked for $3.09, I was slightly taken back, I handed him my credit card, he then asked me if it was a cake doughnut and I said yes.....He then tacked on another 50 cents. 3.59 for a doughnut that wasn't any better than Dunkin, overly sweet and slightly dry. 2 stars for creativity and nice atmosphere. I really like supporting small business but I think I will stick to Dunkin
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Kaela C.

"I'll have the Peanut Butter & Banana Pocket please." One bite. Was all it took. Doves flew out from nowhere into the sky. Classical music played in the background as my life turned into a slow motion movie. Was this the answer to life? Did I just die? Is this what heaven feels like? Omg. This is it. This is the light. Then my boyfriend gave me a spoon of his butter Belgian Sugar Cookie Gelato. No. This can't be. I was not a believer but now I believe. Jesus died so I could enjoy this deliciousness. If there was an ultimate doughnut shop in the form of the Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory this would be it. IF YOU DO NOT GO HERE I CAN NOT TRUST YOU AS A HUMAN BEING
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Amanda Z.

Lately, I've been using donuts as a motivation to get me to take a nice walk. Delicious, fancy, carb-laden, sweet donuts. Why not, right? I walk a mile, I get a donut. But then I have to walk a mile home. SO I EAT TWO DONUTS. #lawyered #logic Stan's is pretty damn good. I find that I want to love the super-sweet donuts, but end up falling in love with the more traditional ones. Here was no exception. I ordered a double chocolate cake and a blueberry old fashioned. While I enjoyed the double chocolate (because, duh, Chocolate), I ADORED the blueberry old fashioned. My husband had the glazed and the peanut butter pocket. Same story there. LOVED the glazed. Enjoyed the peanut butter pocket,but it was too sweet for me. Price is high for plain donuts, but pretty on par with all the other fancy donut shops popping up. Obviously, I pay it and don't have issue with it, as I keep coming back for more. Intelligentsia coffee? Check. Super-duper friendly employees? Check. Darling interior? Check. Seriously, I loved my donuts and entire donut experience here. I will definitely be back when I need to get a little physical activity.
(4)
steve L.

Perfect balance of fluffiness on the inside and crispness on the outside except for the maple bacon long john which was heavy like a cake doughnut. Otherwise, all the other doughnuts we had were delicious.
(4)
Yvonne O.

Spending time at NWMH is made better by stopping over to grab a few of these delicious treats! Now, whenever I have an appointment, the husband assumes that a bag of these will accompany me home. We were also in the area for a party on Saturday and dropped-in just before they closed at 9 to grab the last of their glazed donuts! I prefer the cake-based ones, and the old-fashioned here do not disappoint. I'm not big on the filled ones, but there are so many choices, that everyone can find something they will like.
(5)
Stephen S.

Did Chicago need another high end donut place? Probably not. Am I happy Stan's doesn't care about that and decides to bring So. Cal donut goodness to the Windy City? Yes! I love the various donut shops that have spotted the Chicago landscape recently and Stan's belongs in the top-tier. What really stood out to me about Stan's was the proper treatment of classics and some creativity without going too over the top. I sampled from the biscoff and banana pocket, glazed pretzel twist, buttermilk bar, and lemon pistachio old fashioned. The first two were yeast donuts and the latter two cake donuts providing different forms and toppings with each choice. My fav. was the biscoff and banana pocket, it was the soft, fluffy, chewiness one wants with a yeast donut with a nice amount of filling to it. The pretzel twist didn't work out quite as well as the twisting led to a bread-y, crust-y layer that took away from the yeast donut. I liked both cake donuts but thought that the lemon pistachio glaze on the old fashioned was a refreshing with a bit lighter of a flavor that worked really well. Stan's also has the classics you'd like to see (like sprinkles) that get left behind at some of the other high end establishments. Great place.
(4)
Lupe D.

OMG - these donuts will BLOW you away. Bought 1/2 dozen - I could not even begin to tell you which was my favorite because they were all that good. Orange Old Fashioned. Glazed, Blueberry Cheese, Raisin Buttermilk Bar, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pocket, Apple Fritter. Set me back about $14. Lord help me..there are not enough hours in the day for me to work off what I will be eating here!! one issue - the entryway - bad, bad, bad. You will either hit someone with the door, or you will be hit. Also, right now, it's a bit confusing as to where you order, where the line starts, ends. But I'm sure these kinks will be worked out.
(5)
Phantom D.

Stan's has fallen off the radar. Everytime I go back, the glazed donuts are overcooked and hard!!!!! I don't know why they changed. I am no longer a fan. I dont want hard bread covered in glazed. I want a donut!!!!!
(1)
Delia V.

Tried the cinnamon sugar cake & a chai latte this time. In the past I've had the glazed, maple bacon & cinnamon sugar pretzel. Hands down the glazed wins as it's a fluffy & sweet classic. My cinnamon sugar cake donut was crunchy & "cinnamony" but just a smudge too dry inside, not fluffy like a cake, which I thought might be the case. Hubby tried the buttermilk bar & it was a perfect marriage between a flaky biscuit and a delicious glazed donut, genius! Will def have that again. The maple bacon donut was very good as one cannot really go wrong with bacon! For me it was a little too much to eat the whole donut so I shared it with the hubby. He agrees it was a must try. The cinnamon sugar pretzel was nice & warm when I tried it & that made it a real nice treat. It's pretty big so we shared in between three so we could try the maple bacon and glazed. The service is great, pretty fast considering there is usually a line. The space is small but not right, retro modern & nice and cool in the summer.
(4)
Stacey W.

First these are a little pricey! Dozen donuts are 30$ that would normally knock my star rating down!! However, wouldn't you pay more for the best. These are amazing, fresh, and worth it. Definitely a great treat for guest. You have to get the biscotti ( they are known for this little piece of pastry heaven.) My best tip for you is Don't over buy. They are filling not just puffed with air and large so cutting up in small pieces to share is highly recommended so you can taste them all.
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Julia D.

Hands down the greatest donuts that my mouth has ever had the pleasure of making contact with. Banana biscoff, peanut butter jelly (with banana option too), and Nutella are just a few of the fillings you can opt for to acheive ultimate oral satisfaction. I do not know you, Stan. But I want to kiss and punch you in the mouth all at the same time. Thank you for opening the only Illinois location within walking distance of my house. Hello stretchy pants...
(5)
Klau M.

I only give it a 2 star because i just went there and you guys dont have anymore donuts or nutella pockets.. lame!! you close at 10:30 and is 7:30 and you dont have anything... why are you open then??? you should either make more or close early!!! I just drove from skokie to damen blue line to get some nutella pockets and you guys dont have anything but 5 kinds of donuts that look really bad.... sucks!!!
(2)
Trung H.

I've had glazed and infused and thought they were very good until I had Stan's donuts. Glazed and infused focuses too much on fillings and toppings. Stan's focuses on the actual dough and when you first bite into a yeast raised donut from Stan's, you'll immediately taste the difference.
(5)
Anna P.

I grabbed an assorted dozen donuts on my way to work today, since it was time to check out the newest donut shop on the block. The staff was super friendly, but when I asked for recommendations since it was my first visit, I was met with a blank smile....sooo I picked my own! My favorites (I got to try a bit of a few different ones...a perk of getting the assorted dozen to share at work) were the glazed, orange chocolate cake, and lemon pistachio. But my top choice was the apple fritter. Best apple fritter I have ever had! Welcome to the game, Stan's.
(4)
Katt C.

Most people think "Glazed and Infused" when they think of some of the "best" donuts in the city. That may have been true.... Until Stan's rolled into town. Simply. The. Best. Donuts. Get one from both places (they're across from each other) and compare!
(5)
Joyce C.

...And it was only a matter of time that this review was going to be pushed to a 5 star... My lovely husband stopped by Stan's and brought home a box. Last time we did not get any of the glazed, and I was taunted by a coworker who said we missed out on the best thing there. And he was right, they were pretty awesome! The plain glazed and the pretzel glazed with the sugar/cinnamon inside are delicious!! It's soft but has a bite-y texture, and though a little heavy still on the glazed, I've never had a donut with this bready kind of texture. It's different and heavenly. I guess the only way I can describe it is, you know when you get a fresh piece of bread, and you go for the insides where it's got that fresh, soft texture? That's it, encapsulated in a donut!! We also tried the boston creme and the banana nutella, and though both good, I tend to veer closer to the simpler flavors. Well done Stan's, we are fans and we will be back!!
(5)
Rin P.

This review is about coffee. So I usually only stop in here to get some coffee (and a cinnamon sugar pretzel, omg). Starbucks is wearing thin on me, and I enjoy the taste of the coffee and espresso at Stan's. Just so you know, they have regular and decaf options for coffee beans and espresso beans. However, I've purchased hot mochas from this place on several occasions when the milk had not been steamed properly!! I'm usually in a rush or trying to catch a bus (that rhymed) and don't have the time (or even the heart) to tell those employees they can't make a proper espresso drink. I suggest that the owner buy some thermometers for the employees and educate them all on the proper temperature of milk for lattes and the like. It's really disappointing to grab my drink and go, only to find out it won't be as satisfying because it's not piping hot. Yes, I've been given a lukewarm drink from these guys before. So, yeah. I still like this place. And I guess I'd still get coffee from here. I anticipate reaping the benefits of their coffee-making skills later on!
(3)
H. K.

Biscoff Banana Pockets out of this world!
(5)
Monique E.

Gluten-free donuts!!!!
(5)
Edz L.

Their pocket nutella and banana was the bomb and hot choco was great too. Not enough seats but i guess they want people to take them out instead. Too pricey thats why its just a 3 star review for me.
(3)
David A.

Open on New Years, winning business. Loved this place so much, I went back a few days later for another half dozen. Have been to a few specialized donut places like Glazed and Infused and End Grain. Each of which have their advantages, but I will say I will be back at Stan's for more. So many options, full store front, full service Coffee, good seating options as well as takeout. If you are looking for some great donuts, I highly recommend Stan's.
(5)
Jacob G.

The donuts and gelato at Stan's Donuts & Coffee are so good.
(5)
Alex R.

Good Donuts. Good Variety.
(5)
Mr. R.

I went this past Thursday. Not too crowded, no line...fast service...that's good. But....I ordered all old fashioned donuts with different toppings, like blueberry, chocolate orange, pistachio, vanilla and orange glazed. The flavors just didn't 'POP' as I anticipated from their stellar appearance. Just not enough for me to go 'Ooooh....pistAHCHio!' or really salivate with each bite for a chocolate orange medley of nom-nom. The coffee was perfect. I just wasn't wowed by the base of the donut or the flavors as I expected them to be as over the top as the donuts looked. And speaking of looks, I still have a hard time with restaurant staff sporting nose rings and nail polish, that to the best of my knowledge is a big no-no with the Health Department. Oh well. I still have Huck Finn's, which is by far the best for donuts and to die for cinnamon scones.
(2)
Sara J.

I live in the area, addicted to sweets, have tried all the shops same old story for a sugar feign like me. I love the concept and the energy in the shop. I have tried: -old fashioned buttermilk -pistachio lemon old fashioned Mind you on two separate occasions. The buttermilk was excellent, can rival any other great doughnut in the city, glazed and doughnut vault. Problem was the pistachio was old, I am talking probably 2 days. The lemon flavor was disappointingly artificial, and did I mention it was stale as day old bread. That is my biggest pet peeve, you are a bakery all goods should be fresh! Anyways, the staff was great and the place is darling. I am hesitant to revisit but maybe this time I'll try something new. Work with me Stan!
(3)
Zorin D.

I didn't try anything other than the Lemon Pistachio Donut when I went but it was great. I can't wait to go back and try some more. It was quick and I was in and out in no time. The prices also weren't bad at all.
(4)
Sarah H.

Blueberry old fashioned donut rocked my world...cake like and perfect amount of icing, soft and delish!
(5)
Jeannine K.

Holy crap this place is magical. Stayed in the area for the weekend and had the chance to try several kinds and they were all amazing. They also have intelligenista coffee which is one of my favs,
(5)
Hope S.

This shop is tiny but well decorated. We stopped before boarding the Blue Line to follow the marathoners last weekend. The donut selection is out of this world. Two of us narrowed our selections to three types (it was hard!) and shared all of them. Coconut cake, buttermilk bar, and cinnamon/sugar twist. Each was better than the last. The Intelligentsia coffee just made the whole experience better. Yum, yum! Would definitely return!
(5)
Sarah A.

I like Stan's. I've had their donuts in the past, but didn't realize until after paroozing through yelp that some of their donuts are made of lard. As I was taking a bite of the nutella-banana stuffed pocket, I read the review, set down my donut and called to ask. The girl who answered assured me that they do not use lard and that all donuts are made of soybean oil. Feeling reassured, I continued to chow down on my donut. I wanted to confirm that there is no lard used because I have been a vegetarian my entire life. This morning while biking to work my husband had an itching for Stan's, so we stopped. Being my neurotic self, I double checked with the woman at the front if they use lard. She stated that all of their donuts except for the old fashioned contain lard. Gross. I don't mind that a place uses lard, but they should disclose this and not be dishonest when a customer asks.
(2)
Blaise H.

Good donuts and good coffee. But just good. Chicago has a lot of donut joints now, and few if any of them really stand out. They all seem to be doing the same thing, which is fine if you are better then Dunkin Donuts, but I am not going to pay a $3 to $4 for a donut that doesn't blow me away. If there is a box of these in my office, I'll probably grab one, but I won't be the one going to buy the box. I'd rather save the calories and $$$ for something else. Harsh, but the truth.
(3)
Arlene G.

i only tried 1 donut & it was soooooooo good that i definitely have to come back & try others! i saw this shop when i was leaving ANOTHER donut shop across the street & i decided to be greedy & see what they have. I forgot the name of the donut i got but it had chocolate & bananas inside of it. YUM YUM YUM!!!
(4)
Eneida A.

Went there today with a couple of friends from school. We're all nutrition students, of course lol. Anyway we coaxed ourselves into getting two different donuts and splitting them four ways. We got a coconut cream one - delicious We also got a cookie butter (Biscoff) one with bananas... Let me walk you through this. I can't even describe the taste. It's perfect. I didn't want it to end and neither did any of my friends. I bit into it... Died. Went to heaven. Met God. Took a nap. Came back to earth. Married Harry Styles or Joseph Gordon Levitt.. Who ever you fancy more, and then I fell into a pile of petals. So so good. Needless to say, definitely recommended.
(5)
Stephen J.

Some of the best donuts I've had in Chicago. Biscoff filled and Nutella filled donuts definitely have me coming back. A bit on the pricy side for a baked good, but you get what you pay for. 70 cents for Dunkin, or a few bucks for this amazingness.
(4)
Philly G.

Half a dozen will cost you about $15. Nutella pocket frosting was a bit too sweet. Pistachio and lemon pistachio donuts were great. Banana pocket is a must.
(4)
Chris C.

I recently purchased a Biscoff donut during evening travels through WP and it was good the next morning. I loved the wall display with all the Kitchen Aid mixers.
(4)
Ryan H.

Holy cow. Efficient service, and the best darn donut I've ever had. An overwhelming amount of creative flavor combinations and classics, and the donuts are huge to boot. I can't not come back here the next time I'm in town.
(5)
Colleen C.

Donuts: Plenty of flavors, both simple and unique. I've tried: chocolate glazed, old fashioned, chocolate cake, blueberry fritter, maple long john, lemon pistachio.... and that's not even being adventurous! Customer Service: Excellent! Samples and kind employees go very far. Just tonight, I walked in and asked to have a message written on a donut. The woman selected the donut with the best surface area for the task and in less than 5 minutes, I had a personalized donut that read "Happy 27th B-Day" at no extra charge. Best yet, my (potentially annoying) request was met with a smile! Thanks, Stan's! Convenient hours, variety, nice people... I can see why Stan's is always busy!
(5)
Brian C.

Good graces for Stan's in that they actually serve donuts that aren't at nosebleed prices (like so many of the "gourmet" donut places in the City do.) $1.75, $2.50, $3.50. The donuts themselves are a godsend. Cake donuts have a good crust, the dough isn't overly sweet by any measure, the glazes/frosting are at a good balance with the dough. The yeast donuts, *holy moley* next to Old Fashioned Donuts, these are spectacular. They weren't even warm and the dough was delicious. A little heightened sweetness, a full, moist texture with a glaze that didn't make the crust mushy. Oh, man. I went on a Saturday morning, so the serving line was a bit chaotic (though very orderly. I was fortunate to miss a long line that built after me.) A truly good donut with reasonably reasonable flavors. Marks high on my list.
(4)
Michael S.

To Glazed and Infused....thanks for the memories....I do hope you still survive. To Stan's Donuts....your glazed donut is so simple, and yet, so perfectly fantastic! Thank you. I look forward to a long and sweet relationship.
(5)
Tina O.

Donuts were absolutely delicious and the staff there was very nice and friendly. They were a bit pricey though
(4)
Sherrie T.

I was really excited to try this shop since I am an avid donut fan. The donuts were okay till I bit into one of the Boston Creme and the pastry cream was curdled. So I brought it to the attention of the counter person (a brunette lady with glasses) and instead of offering me a new donut or at least was apologetic about the situation. She was rude and replied that all of their Boston Creme was like that. She did'nt even bother to be nice about the situation. I was just trying to point out that their pastry cream is lumpy since I have been a pastry chef for such a long time and know what a good pastry cream should look like. The way they handled this was so dissapointing and could'nt believe that they hire these kind of people to sell their donuts. I am second guessing myself if I would even go back here,
(1)
Ashley O.

I hate donuts, but I love Stan's donuts.
(5)
Shelly A.

Of course, donuts are great - it's just a fact of life. And the donuts we had at Stan's last week were definitely great. But in a city where there's a novelty donut shop every few blocks, I don't really see what Stan's is bringing to the table in terms of something unique or exciting. We have so many great donut options in Chicago (and in WP itself) and I don't really feel the need to go running back to Stan's anytime soon. The people were friendly and I like the overall look of the space. The coffee was dangerously hot - pretty much undrinkable for like 15 minutes. If I'm walking by, I could find myself craving another one but I wouldn't go out of my way. I know this is a big thing in LA and I like the idea of different cities having their own well-known names and places, so I'd rather let LA have this one!
(3)
Lisa M.

The donuts are AMAZING! I love the location, decor, staff, and the DONUTS! My favorite is the basic glaze AND the biscoff with the "graham cracker stuff" in the center. I love Glazed and Infused, but honestly? Stan's is my NEW favorite
(5)
Kristen M.

Stan's is great and and everything tastes good but I've been here a few times and the people that work there are nice, sometimes they don't seem too happy to be there, I've gotten my drink order wrong a few times and i think i can just live without going here. there are other coffee places around. ill try it again some time.
(4)
Marissa D.

The donuts are a good size! One is very filling, practically a meal! The customer service was good and although the line was long it moved fast. It's very easy going overboard and quickly spending more than intended. I got two specialty donuts and spent over $8 with no coffee. But these donuts were delish!
(4)
Elaine M.

Old fashioned doughnuts are my favorite. I really liked Stan's vanilla OF and their citrus OF. We also shared the blueberry cheesecake doughnut (yum), the maple bacon doughnut (good, but weirdly smoky with lots of nuts), and biscoff banana cream (unique flavor combination, my kids' favorite). Half a dozen doughnuts for $14 plus tax is pretty expensive to me, but as a once in a while treat, it's manageable.
(5)
Edward S.

Wins best donut in Chicago for me. As far as staples go, the Nutella/Banana is decadent and the pistachio-lemon old-fashioned is a nice twist on a classic. One donut worth noting on rotation was the chicago-mix, which has a creme-bulee like caramel coating with a neon-orange (but not overwhelmingly cheesy) cream filling.
(5)
Shana B.

First, let me say I don't really like donuts. They're good and all, but it wouldn't be my first choice. However, I'm pregnant and I HAD to have one and we just happened to be walking by Stan's. Got the vanilla old fashioned and a hot chocolate and left there one happy lady. Cute decor, nice vibe, clean bathrooms and delicious donuts.
(3)
Yanira R.

The best donuts I've tried in a long time, fresh and just as sweet as you want them. The Pistachio doughnut is one of my favorite, a must try if Stan's is your first time.
(5)
Andreas X.

My entire feedback is based on (1) pistachio lemon old fashioned donut, which I was told, unsolicited, was the best old fashioned. The pros: not greasy, light enough, good texture. The cons: (1) donut cost $3.87 (tax inc.). To me, too much. Second, if you're going to charge that much for a donut, it had better taste like what it's named: lemon, pistachio, and donut. It's true, it was green, and it's true, there were whiffs of lemon. Beyond that, no actual flavor to back up that big name and cost. The overwhelming sensation was overwhelmingly: refined sugar. Clean place, great location, and decent interior design means that I might return for coffee. But probably not for donuts.
(3)
Jenny Y.

Ahhhhh I'm all about Stan's biscoff doughnuts it's a cookie butter filled doughnut that just melts in your mouth. It's not too sweet which is just the way I like my desserts. You got to try their biscoff doughnut if you're a fan of cookie butter! (Cinnamon/gingerbread taste with a peanut butter texture).
(4)
Rebecca R.

I brought Stan's Donuts to my family Easter this past weekend. Some were awesome and some were just ok. It was difficult to rate them as the review was split between my family and I. I suppose my advice is to read the reviews and pick the donuts that jump out to you. They are open way longer than Glazed and Infused across the street which is always helpful. I'd give them a shot. There are so many to choose from! Great little place to sit and enjoy your coffee while you try your choices too which is a great plus.
(3)
Ryan M.

If the #1 location for a donut store is next door to a police station then next to an EL train has to be #2....how can you resist grabbing a warm, soft, sweet donut for your 10 minute train ride downtown. I feel bad for Glazed&infused across the street. They laid the blue print and then Stans came along and made a better donut but hey that's capitalism. 1 star grade as they are a little pricey.
(4)
Katie V.

The Pretzel Donuts aren't pretzel dough they are just twisted like a pretzel. The old fashions taste like cake donuts. The Peanut Butter Pocket was good.
(2)
Jennifer R.

While I am a huge fan of Glazed and Infused (I have dreamed about their coffee glaze), I believe Stan's Donuts is poised to win the Wicker Park fancy donut war. Both create a wonderfully creative, visually appealing, and delicious donut but Stan's is winning me over with their selection and hours. G&I has a limited selection and closes in the early afternoon (except for their late-night weekend re-opening). They will close early if they run out of donuts. This happens a lot. So, where can I get a donut to ruin my dinner at 5pm? Stan's. Who has a vastly larger selection of donuts? Stan's. G&I may have more locations but when I pass through WP, I'm finding myself gravitating toward those cute little pink boxes.
(4)
Matt M.

Great little place right across the street from another great donut place, Glazed and infused. I had a maple long john and macchiato which were both great. The donuts are of good quality not what you'll find at a Dunkin donuts. The macchiato was also well prepared and served at a perfect temperature. Would definitely recommend! The staff are all friendly and always greet you with a smile
(5)
Abby Z.

I'm giving this new neighborhood donut spot 4 stars based on the donuts but 1 measly star for the layout. It was 10 degrees today and we walked in for the first time to pick up some doughy goodness. When we opened the door it was crowded but there was literally nowhere to move to. The people in line had nowhere to go based on how the line snakes around, and the people paying and leaving are asking you to move constantly so they can get out. This not only made the entry freezing cold, but also uncomfortable since you are constantly getting bumped into by either the door or people. I truly hope they take the feedback to heart and close off the door in front of the donut counter and primarily only have patrons use the door by the creamer/sugar area opposite the front door where there is a perfectly placed unobtrusive entry and exit just waiting to be used by all. As for the donuts, they are so much better than their competition across the street. These are fresh and fluffy and the flavors and abundant. We tried a maple glazed, a glazed, and an orange vanilla old fashioned. Normally I hate old fashioned donuts but these had an incredible crunch on the exterior and a cakey texture inside with a glaze that was not overly sweet. Yum.
(4)
Christina S.

I swear this place is going to be the sugary death of me. Unfortunately, I live in the area and have way too easy access to this place. My waistline currently is not very happy with me...=( I have to say that Stan's definitely has the best donunts I've tried in the city, though admittedly, I have not tried all the big players in the Chicago donut game. I prefer the yeasty (raised) donuts over the cake-like (old fashioned) ones. They are always really fresh, chewy and delicious. They have ridiculous(ly amazing) stuffed donuts that will blow your mind and your waistline, but they are definitely worth experiencing. I also really enjoy their chocolate drizzled pretzel donut. Always fresh. Oh god, I have to stay away from Stan's....at least until I can fit into my pants again...
(5)
Frido F.

These doughnuts are classic and delicious. They have some fancy flavors, but they have plenty of traditional flavors too in case you just want something safe and tasty. The hours are great, and the staff is friendly. If you have to choose between Glazed across the street and Stan's, choose Stan's. They have plenty of seating and a much wider selection of doughnuts and coffee.
(4)
Bryant H.

The donuts were delicious as well as the coffee. A great place to study or catch up on some work.
(5)
Maurice P.

So I've seen this spot before just passing and going. Normally, I've satiated my taste for an upscale doughnut by going to "Glazed and Infused" across the street. So I've been aware of Stans, but never really was in the mood to deviate. This morning, however, I had to run an early errand in the Wicker Park area. When I was finished, I thought to myself, "Let me go to Stans and check out the goods and surprise my wife with something sweet and tasty when she wakes up". When I walked in, I wanted to acclimate myself with the menu and choices first, so I stood in the corner to see what they had and allowed other patrons to pass me. When I was finally confident in my order, I proceeded to the counter. When asked what I wanted, I pointed out the specialty old fashions that I was interested in. After the 2nd doughnut I asked for, the lady asked "how many of these do you want?" By "these" I assumed that she meant the specialty old fashions. I replied "just 4". After I got my four, I completed my order with 2 regular glazed. She immediately got frustrated with me and asked "wait, do you want a bag or a box?" And I said, "Whatever works for you." Not knowing that she was upset. Then she said, "Well, you said you wanted 4 total. If I knew you wanted 6, I would've grabbed a box." I didn't know what her initial game plan was when it came to storing my items, nor am i familiar with the volume of "Bag vs Box" when it comes to holding their donuts for customers. Maybe I should've called their corporate office first so I could've had the logistics. I proceeded to apologize since obviously, I was making this difficult, I then told her that if a box would be more appropriate, that's fine, my apologies. But what got me was she still proceeded to make me feel even more guilty by going on and on about me asking for 4 when I should've said 6 (Very verbal and quite loud). The thing is, I owned my part of being at fault, I owned up to it, and I apologized. There wasn't any reason to continue to highlight what I (unintentionally) did. By this time, patrons are looking at me funny and so are her colleagues. So much in fact that the young lady, who was quite bubbly with the patrons ahead of me, proceeded to ring me up as if I just got done slapping her mama. I mean really? DANG! I walked out of there as rejected as Donald Sterling would be at the Apollo Theatre and went straight to the car. Needless to say, this was enough for me to make the informed decision to NOT return back to Stans and to happily go back to the loving and trusting people of Glazed and Infused (ACROSS THE STREET). Stans, Im sure your intentions are good of being a friendly neighborhood coffee and donuts spot, but I highly recommend that you do not make your PAYING customers regret ever having to step in there...because I sure do.
(1)
Deborah C.

Lemon pistachio donut... I only had a bite, but it was delicious! Crunchy and light. Super mild flavors though. Will return to sample others.
(4)
Patrick D.

Good beignet the special today. The coffee was not that good. My young boys loved the chocolate covered chocolate cake donut which I found better than the raised dough glazed.
(4)
Elv A.

Love their donuts! I especially enjoyed their chocolate and glazed donuts. They also have great service. We were there on a busy Saturday morning and although there was a line, it moved pretty quickly. I am even more excited about enjoying these donuts closer to home, since the Labriola Bakery in Oakbrook sells their donuts every other Saturday.
(5)
Sean H.

My God, now thats a proper dunut. Great service as well but to be fair, I didn't go here for the nice factor. Adrenalin ran smartly after 15 minutes. Amazing!
(5)
Char Y.

we came and the line was crazy on a saturday. we ordered pistachio cake nutela pocket cappuccino the donuts were delicious but the coffee was seriously lacking in quantity and quality. apparently the barista making the coffee didn't know how to.
(4)
Wanda M.

The coconut is incredibly moist and perfect coconut flavor. The peanutbutter pocket is better than any peanutbutter sandwich known to humankind. Surprised at the $6 charge for two donuts, but they are possibly the best donuts I have ever had.
(4)
Alex A.

Stans has a great selection of delicious donuts! Got an old fashioned with vanilla gelato in the middle and had a jolly ol' time eating it. Also tried a pumpkin donut and the pistachio old fashioned. Will be back soon with a stomach awaiting some gelato!
(4)
Natasha C.

Thanks Stan for making me believe in the powerful goodness that is a cake donut. I ventured here after looking for a place to grab a good wholesome donut close to work. I'm so over DD. I parked in that loading zone, left on the flashers and prayed the parking demons were also more worried about donuts than tickets. Per other yelpers, I got the pistachio and a buttermilk bar. I saved the buttermilk bar as my reward for running that evening (don't judge me), and I found my husband nibbling on it. The next day, I find Myself pulling up to Stan'd AGAIN for a citrus and pistachio. Soooo good. Yes, I'll be running a lot more because of you Stan and you donuts from heaven. My husband even took some to work for their Friday donut mornings and they devoured them. Stan you have also captured the heart and tummy of my husband who pretty much thinks EVERYTHING is "meh". He's fallen for your coconut donuts. So, thank you Stan for encouraging me to run more. You are certainly good for my health. Stan, you da man! PS: I looked over at "glazed and infused" across the street....Stan, you da man.
(5)
Keagan C.

Just went to Stan's donuts today and was pleased with what I got. I had a simple glazed chocolate and my brother had a chocolate peanut butter puff pocket. Overall these donuts were fresh and we got there around 11:00am. The coffee was not the greatest and I was kind of bummed about that because I enjoy a good cup of joe with my donut. The atmosphere was pleasant and the staff was very kind. It has a nice peppy environment. Overall I would check Stan's out again but just for the donuts. I would possibly walk somewhere else to get a coffee.
(3)
Mark S.

SO GOOD. Between Stan's and Glazed and Infused across the street, I'd have to go with Stan's! They have a larger selection of donuts, and given that both sell expensive, gourmet donuts, I think that Stan's are just flat-out higher quality. It's right down the street from where I'm working this summer, so I will probably be here much more, but so far my favorite donut is the Cinnamon Sugar donut. The flavor was amazing, and I the texture of the doughnut was just awesome - not too heavy, but not too light at the same time. As expected though, the donuts here are quite pricey. I paid around $5.50 for a small coffee (Intelligentsia) and a single donut. While definitely worth it, I probably won't be doing this every day. Probably good for my overall heart health as well.
(4)
Mariam K.

I'm loving this new donut trend... I've always been a huge fan of donuts. This has to be my favorite in Chicago so far. I had the nutella and banana pocket and the biscoff cream, which I heard were the 2 most popular ones... and I would have to agree with everyone. They were light and fluffy and even though I had them a couple hours after they were bought, they were still fresh. I had 4 in one day.. and I don't regret it!
(5)
Larry L.

A popular donut & coffee cafe in Wicker Park. Conveniently right off the Damen train stop, however difficult to find parking if your driving. Recommend Peanut Butter Pocket and the Nutella Pocket.
(4)
Emily L.

LOVE LOVE Stan's donuts! I consider myself a donut aficionado and this place takes the cake! The donuts are always fresh, and I haven't yet tried one I don't like. My favorite? the Banana Biscoff. Their coffee is fresh and strong, too, making this the perfect breakfast/dessert destination. With a late night take-out window and friendly staff...not sure why you'd waste timing going across the street.
(5)
Dinesh J.

Love it!!! Love it!! Try their cake donuts ... So good, makes me so happy I live in the neighborhood ... Also love the coffee and any specials ... Rather have it than anything else in life ... Enjoy you will not regret it
(5)
Nessa M.

These donuts are so soft and not too sweet BUT the cream in the boston cream was chunky and weird. Everyone is so nice and their selection is HUGE!
(4)
Louise P.

The only place we go for donuts now. Glazed is perfect--not too light, not too heavy. Washing it down a cup of Intelligentsia seals the deal.
(5)
atrack b.

I had the pistachio glazed, toffee cake, and Biscoff pocket. All were tasty, but I've had better donuts. I'm not a fan of the price either.
(3)
Michael E.

Can't go wrong with Stan's. One of the premier donut shops in Chicago. It's not too expensive either $2-4 per donut and they're very good size. Friendly, quick, and helpful service. I got the cinnamon pretzel shaped donut and the original glazed and I was just itchin' for more. GO TO STANS!!
(5)
Grace C.

HUGE fan of Stan's since all the way in Westwood-Los Angeles, CA! My favorite then and what still remains as my favorite is the peanut butter chocolate pocket donut - SO GOOD. I was however very disappointed by the service here as it was not even very crowded when we went and the employee looked annoyed, angry, and was unpleasant. Hire some happier employees, Stan!
(3)
Bella D.

The decor is so cute, service is friendly. Some of the donuts are just too sweet! I think they're double glazed. Come for the gelato! Get donuts across the street.
(3)
Sue C.

Stan's donut bright up my day from a stressful working day. Got home and saw this cute pink box fulfilled with half dozen donuts that my brother bought it. From the first bite, that I totally could notice the difference. It is So delicious and chewy comparing to franchise donut. So far this is the best donut that I had tried. I started Google and yelping this place online. Makes me really want to go visit this store at wicker park in person and try more difference kind of donuts.
(4)
Krystal C.

I didn't try any other donut besides the normal glazed one-- but it was enough for me to come back for more! Great location (get a donut after the bars & before hopping on the CTA). haha definitely recommend :)
(5)
T T.

Really cute place. The donuts are dee-licious! Many unique variations. Intelligentsia coffee served here as well.
(5)
Chrissy M.

Forget your calorie count! I can't even remember which donut I had but it was delish :) Swinging by later to buy some for the family.
(5)
Vanessa N Frankie A.

I tried the old fashion pistachio donut with lemon it was not good the lemon overpowered the pistachio the texture of the donut was dry and too crumbly I most likely won't be going there at all $3.55 for a donut is ridiculous!!!!! I lived here in wicker park my whole life and really hate what this niehborhood has become it is overcrowded, expensive and filled with a bunch of out of state, small town snobs
(1)
Marka C.

Amazing! The staff was really incredible. They made sure that everyone in line was attended to, and the cashier was very sweet. They have an amazing selection of donuts--so much that I was trying to decide for several minutes. The prices seem a little high, but the donuts are huge and very filling. The shop is very cute and they do have free wifi. I will definitely be coming back here!
(5)
Daniel H.

Very disappointing. I was looking forward to a great donut on a rainy day: they gave me the wrong donut and it appeared stale and crumbly: not a good crumbly. Threw it away and went to The Blue Line.
(1)
Amanda C.

I'm not a major doughnut person. But this was good. Especially after a martini from the blue line. They were out of bacon doughnuts so I opted for something more normal. Chocolate. Yep. That's all I got. Nice people working there.
(4)
Natalka K.

a delicious array of donuts that will make you get off your diet. airy, new place opened up not too long ago right across the street from another donut shop by the el stop. here you can have your breakfast and coffee while people watching as they go to the blue line. i couldn't decide from all the donuts that were right in front of me, so i settled for an apple fritter.
(4)
Carmen C.

As a person who it's trying to cut sweets off, I can't do it after finally trying this place! It is amazing. I tried the nutella filled donut and old fashioned, both were great!
(5)
Wing C.

Out of all the doughnut places I've heard, Stan's is by far my favorite. The blueberry fritter is good, but nothing compares to the original glazed. It's so light and fluffy, you can see the doughnut rise back up after you take a bite. It's perfectly sweetened too. I've also tried the doughnut flavored gelato and speculoos gelato, but those were too heavy for a summer day. This is a great place to get a quick bite to eat or to sit in the communal tables to chat.
(4)
Dan R.

I think I just consumed 2000 calories.
(4)
Gigi D.

I usually say donut vault has the best. The old fashion is my standard . I had a bite of the nutella pocket and was blown away. Its a yeast donut filled with nutella. I don't usually like yeast donuts, but this was just outstanding.
(4)
Rose A.

I never thought I'd say this but the two flavors I had, old fashion & pistachio lemon donuts, were way too sweet. I've had better in south side Chicago.
(1)
Terry Q.

What to say about the peanut butter pocket? What isn't there to say about the peanut butter pocket... A bolus of peanut butter assails the senses. The other donuts are but a mirage. The atmosphere is youthful in spirit, but the decor is mature. Friendly staff goes out of their way to ensure you feel welcome. A few cups of joe among friends blossoms amid Stan's donuts. Generally, chicken is very dry. Four stars.
(3)
Autumn H.

Yummy LA CA style doughnuts. You can't go wrong. Friendly service. Flavors range from the normal glazed to the what the peanut butter stuffed is that. Fun little shop worth anyone's doughnut craving.
(5)
Rich L.

Go in and get a scoop of gelato in a cut open donut then pressed in a panini press. Warm on the outside. Cold on the inside. So good!
(5)
KJ E.

These might very well be the best donuts I have ever had in my entire life. Thankfully I don't live off of the train line otherwise I'd be here every day and I'd be well on my way to 400 pounds. For my first stop I tried three different kinds. THe beignet didn't make it home. I tried to save the chocolate with sprinkles for the next day, that was also a fail. It's only been one day and I'm already plotting my trip back.
(5)
Jacqueline G.

I first tried the donuts a few months ago & brought a few to my family and they are the talk of our home! We love the dense texture and bold flavors. Try the old fashioned blueberry! YUM!!!!!!
(5)
Eugene W.

Donuts are a close second to my all time favorite from Voodoo in Portland. One star because of high price, but the variety pack I picked up from Labriola this past weekend was a yummy collection. Had a couple left after 72 hours and although a little less moist, still very good. Classic glazed was my favorite.
(4)
Maddie S.

Stan's is a great place to stop by after getting home from the train or meeting a friend in the neighborhood. Their old fashioned and glazed donuts are my personal favorites. Though they are a pit pricey, they are a good portion to split. I don't come here often though just because there are so many delicious places to try in wicker park.
(4)
Kee V.

Most of Stan's donuts are good. I ordered a half dozen to split between friends and some coffee. We tried the blueberry cheese, plain glazed, apple fritter, chocolate glaze old fashioned, Biscoff donut and a Boston creme. We made a mistake getting a plain glazed because it was fairly average. The Boston Creme was disappointing because the creme wasn't sweet at all. The apple fritter and old fashioned were good and are probably very good when absolutely fresh. If you have experienced the apple fritter from Old Fashioned donuts it's hard to eat one after that and not expect disappointment. My personal favorites were the blueberry cheese and Biscoff. The blueberry cheese is a danish but in donut form. There's just the right amount of cream cheese to blueberry. The Biscoff tastes just like the cookie but was a tad too lite with the filling. The service was very good. I liked that one of the employees took drink orders as people waited in line. It was operating very efficiently. I think they did a nice job with the design and getting the most seating out of the small shop. Personally, donuts aren't worth driving great distances for but if you're near by and craving something sweet, Stan's is a solid option
(4)
Jessica J.

Donut was very good, but the prices are inexcusable. $3.75 for a single old-fashioned. Just stupid.
(2)
Arlene A.

Delightful! Traditional and a bottle of milk! It's like being a kid again. Happy I don't walk past it daily. Mmmmmmm
(5)
xenia b.

I was walking by and decided to check this place out. After asking the worker what she would recommend, I got the chocolate chip glazed/peanut butter stuffed donut & it was out of this world. The coconut cream filled donut was great as well. Glazed & infused has some serious competition on their hands.
(4)
Nathaniel C.

It was pretty good, with better prices and nicer staff than the guys across the street, plus you can actually eat inside when space is available.
(4)
B.D. K.

Really good. I like them second to Doughnut Vault out of everyone else in the city.
(5)
Breanne G.

Okay, I'm not a big donut connoisseur, but I do like to indulge on a few every so often. Boy I'm I glad that I decided to walk here in the snow storm. I hope I was able to burn off some calories from those deadly good creations. The hubby and I decided on the apple fritter, the orange old fashioned with chocolate frosting, and another donut that resembled an apple fritter but had a wonderful gingersnap butter filling (can't remember the name). We had some assistance from the guy behind the counter (thank-you!!). The apple fritter and the gingersnap donut were beyond delicious, but I think I may be in diabetic shock right now (light and fluffy to sugar perfection). If you have self-control and can only eat a few bites and save the rest for later, then these are the donuts for you (or maybe share it). A little goes a long way... both were way too delicious. As for the orange old fashioned with chocolate frosting, you can eat the whole thing and not feel too bad (heck, maybe even have two). The flavors together were done to perfection! I loved the chocolate frosting with the orange cake and it wasn't overbearing. I definitely recommend you try this place on your cheat day. What a nice treat!! I will be back... My only complaint would be the prices. What if you wanted to buy a dozen or two to share?
(5)
Stan P.

I grew up with the original Stan's Donuts in Westwood, CA. So while I like the store I'm surprised there aren't vintage photos of UCLA adorning the walls. And I come to the place already a fan. We tried the glazed, the cinnamon stick, and the blueberry roll. All terrific. Wish they hadn't run out of the varieties I remember from 25 years ago: cream cheese blueberry, jelly, and reese's. Eager to find out if the new store rivals the original. I will come back to find out.
(4)
Rebekka T.

$4 for a donut? Uh, no.
(1)
Nick L.

Thank god! I was terrified I'd have to keep crossing the street to the other side of Damen to get a gourmet donut for the rest of my life! Now I'll never have to leave the West side of Damen again! But seriously. I'm not sure how necessary yet another gourmet donut shop is. We may have reached "Peak Donut", as it were, but I'll happily report that they do a solid peanutbutter chocolate twist. I like a heavier classic cake donut more than the airy "Krispy Kreme"-esque kind, and Stan's delivers a really good cakey donut. If I had to choose, I'd probably take Stan's over Glazed and Infused, and only partly because it involves 10 less steps. Alas, maybe one day Stan's and Glazed and Infused will march out into the street and fight it out for my affections.... ...like when Andy fought Dwight for Angela's love on the Office.
(4)
Weston M.

HOLY COW! This IS exactly what Chicago needs. All these people complaining need to just stay the eff home if they don't like it. I don't wanna run into their downer selves while I'm stopping by anyway. I got your back Stan. And thanks for parking your spot right down the street because I will be frequenting quite often. The donuts at this place are amazingly, bodily change inspiringly good!! And as for the layout,, eh, whaddya gonna do? Ya work with what ya got, and if I have to crowd in a cold entryway to gain access to this doughy goodness, then that's exactly what I'm gonna do. Glad to have ya Stanley, and welcome to Chicago!
(5)
Kristina M.

Wow... Am I glad that I found out about this place. I live close by, and I must say, I am addicted. This is probably the only place that makes me want to eat doughnuts morning, afternoon, and night. I am a huge fan. Good job you guys. I love your product and love how it is set up inside.
(5)
Mallory H.

Stan's - I want to be mad at you. Every morning I take the blue line to work and have to walk past you and it smells like a funnel cake, a delicious funnel cake. Anger aside at your attempts to ruin my diet, this place is just lovely. The employees were very patient while we selected our choices as we were bringing a few to a brunch with friends. Each and every one was amazing. Top choices from our group were the blueberry Bismark and cinnamon twist. Note - these things are HUGE (not complaining.) It's adorable inside, I wish I had time to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and a treat but that just hasn't happened yet. They are a bit pricey but from someone who rarely has pastries, it's worth it to treat yourself to something truly delectable!
(5)
Mary Ann C.

Yummmmmmm. Great location. Nice, inviting storefront. The donuts were great (certainly better than Glazed and Infused across the street). Not as good as Donut Vault....the best in town. I loved the old fashioned, peanut butter and chocolate pocket, and nutella pocket. The pretzel shaped donut was decent. I will be back....to try more of these delicious nuggets!!
(4)
Amanda G.

Hey Boston Cream, you're perfect with your perfectly mellow custard and not too sweet chocolate. Yum!
(5)
Daisy B.

Heavenly donuts. I got three and ate two of them right away because I couldn't resist.
(5)
Tawny S.

So sadly I've been on a donut kick lately and I have to say Stan's took the cake. I had the peanut butter pocket donut (topped with chocolate frosting and chocolate chips) because the guy in front of me took the last peanut butter BANANA pocket donut. RUDE. It was still delicious and I probably inhaled it in about 2 bites. I am disappointed that I didn't get to try their heart shaped donuts for valentines day. They looked fantastic!
(4)
Donald L.

I ran across Stan's Donuts by accident while my future son-in-law and I were out searching for wedding tuxedos. One of the nutella filled donuts, and we were hooked. We subsequently ordered 150 of these as surprise gifts for our wedding guests at the end of the evening, each packaged in an attractive pink box. They were also able to arrange delivery to the event. I need little in the way of an excuse to stop by. Stan's offers the best donuts I've had anywhere.
(5)
B G.

I usually don't write negative reviews and often give a place a second chance but the customer service at this place is so bad that I have to let others know. Mind you, I tried (in good faith) to contact the owner, Rich, about my complaints (see below) before yelping via phone and email several times and I got ZERO response. This was almost a week ago so clearly poor customer service is present across the staff and management at this joint. Here's my experience: I go to the Wickerpark store with my 2.5 yr old son, 15 month old daughter and my sister/nanny almost weekly after my son's Lil Kickers soccer class. My son loves the donuts, which are good but EXTREMELY overpriced. When we ordered, I asked the girl behind the counter for my son's donut (chocolate frosted) to be in a separate bag because I didn't want the chocolate to get on the other donut for my daughter and my son loves having his own bag. We go to pay and the girl put the donuts in the same bag even though I asked her minutes before not to do that. We were the only ones in line so the employee was not busy just didn't listen since she was clearly distracted my the other employee/friends behind the counter that she was talking to. I again asked for another bag and separated the donuts myself. This is the THIRD time that this has happened to me :( Ok, no big deal. We moved on and ate our donuts. When I was started to clean up, my sister attempted to put my overtired daughter into her stroller. She threw a temper tantrum and started screaming. Granted, my daughter DOES have a very loud, shrieking scream but the employees behind the counter were so rude and obnoxious I truly couldn't believe it. Once my daughter screamed, two employees (one with freckles and very short brown hair; one with dark longer hair and dark glasses) started jumping up and down while covering their ears. I could hear them saying "oh my god, my ears, my ears..." Then they were starring at us (covering their ears) saying that my daughter needs to be quiet. Um... She's 15 months old and we were trying our hardest to remove her from the store as quickly as possible (we were the only ones in the store at the time). All this time, my sister is trying to buckle her into the stroller and I was sincerely apologizing for my daughter's tantrum. Nobody acknowledged my apology. The employee with the dark glasses just kept covering her ears and starring at us. Once my sister had taken my daughter outside of the store minutes later, this employee was STILL covering her ears as I was finishing the clean up of my son. I told this employee that she can uncover her ears now because "it is over. You can't hear my daughter anymore because she is outside!" As I left with my son, she still covered her ears. I won't be purchasing these donuts again. There are tons of other places in Bucktown that I can get overpriced breakfast desserts (Goddess and The Grocer; Glazed). I just hope the employees do not decide to treat other customers in a similar manner. I am sure my daughter is not the first (nor the last) to throw a temper tantrum in a donut shop. Hopefully, the owner can resolve this and work on his customer service skills because I believe this is the key to any good business!!!
(1)
Emy F.

My wife came home with these donuts (after I've spent an hour working out and felt so proud of myself) but that's besides the point. I LOVE THESE!!! They're not fancy or frilly, but nowadays we need to remember that the basics are awesome! We tried the blueberry cheese (AWESOME!!!), buttermilk (damn good), and the chocolate glazed (good, but not great). I like that they were cheaper and more reasonably priced than some competitors. I know what I'll ask for on my cheat day!
(5)
Grantland D.

The doughnuts deserve a 5, but the service is sad. They had 8 people behind the counter today (a Saturday). Think they could have moved the line? Nope. Most of them were just standing around trying (not too hard) to figure out who was in line next. The cashier didn't know how much a cinnamon roll was! So she had to check on the register, and then the register froze, slowing up the line even more. How can you possibly ring people up all day and not know how much one of your 15 doughnuts costs? Service got a 1. I love doughnuts, and am a traditionalist. Glazed and Confused across the street (sorry guys) is simply too "fancy." Come for the doughnuts, but hope that they have figured out the service problems. Maybe hire someone from a Dunkin Donuts, rather than University of Chicago grads.
(3)
Joey R.

Stan's Donuts are the best in town. I past quite a few donut shops just to get to Stan's. The Glazed Pretzel Twist is amazing. Of course you can't go wrong with the regular glazed donut. The staff is very nice and friendly as well.
(5)
Jimmy H.

Donuts really aren't that special, coffee is ok. I've been to this place a ton because of its location off the Damen Blue Line. It's like $3 for a large coffee, where you can go to multiple other coffee places also just off that stop to get better coffee for less. Glazed and Confused's donuts across the street are a little more expensive but are a little better If you're getting a white or chocolate frosted donut to go, good luck. The frosting sticks directly to the inside of the donut bags they put them in, and ruins the donut. I imagine this is similar with other places I suppose. Overall pretty decent place, great location, and good people working there
(3)
T B.

Let me start by saying, I don't eat sweets, so this review is not in my words. I know it's hard to believe that I don't ! That being said I got three donuts for my husband who loves sweets. I got a glazed. A chocolate glazed and the apple fritter. He said the glazed was good, but the chocolate glazed he thought was going to be a chocolate donut, but it's just a glazed donut with a ton of chocolate icing on top! He said it was like they took a glazed donut and dumped even more sugar on it! He loves sweets and he said they are way too sweet. The apple fritter was so dense and super sweet as well. He said it was really bad and he didn't even finish it. We could of used it for a door stop though cause it weighed about 5 pounds! So, he said he would not go back and doesn't see why people are saying they are so great. My beef with it is we don't need another donut shop, we need somewhere to get breakfast sandwiches. There isn't much around WP to get one. Why doesn't someone open a place for that? Or Stan's could have something on their menu that wasn't covered in sugar! Then they would be satisfying the sweet and the savory, that would be smart. At least they could have bagels. They have them in their LA locations so why not in WP?
(2)
Kristina W.

Stan's might have the best donuts in Chicago. If you like peanut butter, the peanut butter pocket is a must-eat - the filling is not fake, sugary peanut butter flavor, but rather tastes like pure rich and natural peanut butter. If you like Do-Rite's donuts, you will love Stan's.
(5)
Michael B.

Glazed yeast had good flavor. Very light and airy. Not as memorable as Firecake's. Glazed cake needed more vanilla. Dough is not as sweet as others I've tasted. Maple long john was hurt by this. Icing didn't have the depth of flavor of Glazed and Infused version. In the "Great Hipster Doughnut War", they're in third place. Do-Rite is next. Not going to do the Doughnut Vault. Not into the whole "generate buzz by limiting access" routine.
(3)
Ashley H.

Delicious, reasonably priced, and a very wide range of doughnut types to choose from. I've enjoyed every doughnut I've tried there, especially the biscoff, coconut, and just the basic chocolate glazed. I recently tried the coffee and was disappointed--it took almost 15 minutes to get my americano and when it was ready, it was only lukewarm. Next time I'll leave the coffee to the numerous coffee shops in the immediate vicinity, but Stan's will be my go-to doughnut place!
(4)
Renee F.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Donut. Just get it! Workout later! It's a little pricey, but it's worth it! The donuts are FABULOUS!!!! The line moves very quickly, so don't be afraid when you see a long line!
(5)
Bernard P.

Pretty good, but not as good as the original Stan's out in California by UCLA. I'd definitely come back when I'm in the mood for something fattening and delicious to help ruin my liver and amp up my diabetes. Stick with anything chocolate or peanut butter and you won't go wrong!
(3)
Ceal P.

4 stars -- minus 1 star for poor staying power.. you need to eat your donut right there and then. if you keep it longer than a few hours, they will not taste as they do when you eat straight away. Otherwise, really love Stan's. A great location, great variety, classic flavors and some fun ones too but nothing over the top. i love yeast donuts and although they are not as tasty as doughnut vault, they are nearly as good :) great coffee, cute store front. glad you made it to the midwest!
(4)
Sarah M.

Yum!!!!!!! Love this place!! Old fashioned doughnuts?? Yes please!!!! I tried 6 different types of doughnuts and would go back in a second!!!!! They melt in your mouth and are downright delicious!!!
(5)
Russ C.

Friends of mine had been raving about this place and now I see why! Stan's blows Glazed and Infused out of the water in every category. Nice to see a new face and some friendly competition. Super friendly staff and a great product. The only downfall - business is booming so get ready for the line!
(5)
Andrew B.

Great spot off the blue line - went in not knowing what to order and somewhat in shambles from the night before. The staff was great and walked me through the favorites - I ended up pulling the trigger on the Biscoff and could not be more pleased. Next time I'll come in before work for a dozen!
(5)
Theresa F.

Five stars for service, atmosphere and seating area! 4 stars for donuts. We came in on a Tuesday night and donuts were OK. I have high hopes for this joint though (despite being directly across the street from the infamous Glazed & Infused).
(5)
Sonia L.

Me likey! I got the chocolate glazed donut which was EXCELLENT! The service for the most part is friendly. Two bucks for a donut, but it was so good. The place is cute and modern. I recommend.
(4)
Jennifer V.

Pros: Good donuts, chocolate old fashioned was delicious and co-workers were raving about other varieties too. They have a great location next to the Damen blue stop and it only took me a minute to pick-up donuts so it was easy to stop before the train. You can smell their donuts 2 blocks away, which is an amazing sales strategy to say the least. Cons: $30 for a dozen donuts! I semi-expected as much from such a cute place, but it's pretty expensive if you're just bringing donuts to work.
(4)
g z.

Awesomesauce!!! It's about time we got a genuine donut shop without all of the fancy-pants variants, long lines and sold out options. Stan's is the best. I've probably had 8 different donuts there so far, and they have all been amazing. The coffee is great as well. Count me in as a regular. It really doesn't get any better than this.....
(5)
Alexis M.

I have been there a few times and order the cookie butter donut and the cookie gelato... AMAZING. Definitely going back for more.
(5)
Colleen M.

The perfect donuts. Stan knows what's up. Their Nutella pocket is out of this world. No donut can compare.
(5)
Zach E.

I'm now a returning customer consistently to Stan's. Hands down the best glazed doughnut my taste buds have ever been presented. Flakey, but just right puffy dough. Fresh tasting, never stale. I'm a 2 glazed & a large mocha guy. Delicious. & addicted.
(5)
Rachael C.

Ok. The hype around this place is definitely justified. I an not even a "donut person", but these are friggin awesome! Just go. Try anything. So good.
(5)
Stephen C.

Just an average donut shop that is strangely right across from Glazed and infused. The one donut that I do enjoy (although very sweet and rich) is the biscoff donut because it really does taste like a biscoff biscuit. That however is the only donut worth going for IMO.
(3)
L. Danovia ..

Forget all the rest. When you want a great donut, EVERYTIME, go to Stans. The Nutella pocket is my favorite. LOVE Stans!
(5)
Jack F.

This is definitely the best donut place in the area. Glazed and Infused across the street is usually closed or sold out, so Stan's does the trick. Good donuts; really cool interior space. Would definitely go here instead of Glazed and Infused after trying it.
(4)
M H.

I have a soft spot for anything that brings me back to my alma mater UCLA, so I was really happy to see that Stan's from Westwood opened another location in Chicago. This location is a lot nicer than the one in Westwood. The staff was very friendly and indulged me as I reminisced about college for a bit. They have some of the same ones I remember from college but I got a new one, the captain crunch donut. It's filled with a yeasty captain crunch filling that took some time to get used to but it was really good. Definitely have to come back again.
(4)
Vienan h.

Stale donuts!!! We feel robbed. Should have gone to Glazed and Confused Donuts across the street. On 5/10, we bought 4 Old Fashioned: 2 pistachios, 1 vanilla orange, 1 chocolate - 3 were dry and stale. They tasted like leftovers from 2+ days ago. For the price they charged, I expected at least fresh. Will continue to warn everyone we know to stay away.
(1)
Christina K.

Sugar cookie gelato was so good!! I would go back just for this. Its the type of "sugar cookie" found in Julius Meinl. Its the biscuit cookies. yummy yummy crunch crunch. had the chocolate gelato too but sugar cookie is better. also got the Cafe au lait sweetened w/ vanilla was the barista's suggestion for me and boy did i love. simple but good coffee makes all the difference. but next time, no vanilla for me i think it'll be good on its own without any flavoring. Four stars cuz its pricey. $4.95 for gelato was a bit much for me. Coffee on the other hand was a reasonable $2 something.
(4)
Jann T.

Lived in LA 30 years ago and loved Stan's then so I was thrilled to see them in Chicago.Much nicer space for the donuts I remember so well from college. In the landscape of "artisanal " donuts, Stan's are simply the best. Way better than Glazed and Infused and Firecakes. You know a donut is good if it's still good the second day. In all fairness, I only like the simple ones,I.e., glazed, apple fritters or anything without a filling, but if you keep it simple, they're the best!
(5)
Visual Z.

Wow. I went the other day hoping to buy a couple doughnuts but as I walked in they told me they were closed. Before I could express how ridculous me actually walking into the building and yet they were "closed" felt to me, a lady who I only assume was a supervisor or manager told the guy at the counter to give me whatever doughnut I wanted on the house. Wow. That alone was awesome and what was even more awesome was the Pistachio/Lime glazed doughnut that I picked out. It was delicious. Awesome doughnuts. Awesome first experience. I went back just yesterday on Valentine's day for some doughnuts for my family. Service was great , even though they were very busy. Picked out some doughnuts that were delicious including a blueberry fritter ! A peanut butter, banana with chocalate glazed "pocket" and a couple heart shaped cherry filled chocolate doughnuts for my daughters. The one thing that I didn't like was the price. $15 and some change for 6 doughnuts? Yikes! Great taste. Great service. Way too pricey.
(3)
Conchata H.

Train derailments and service interruptions on the Blue Line brought me here. I walk past this donut shop all the time but never went in. Today I was like I'm trying this place out. It has the look of a diner maybe set in the 50's with like 5-6 people bustling about in the tightest space. I was asked what I would like but, being a first timer, I didn't know. Instead of suggestions, she moved on to the next person. No suggestions???????? How about what's your fave????? I ordered a vanilla old fashioned and a bottled water. Total: $4.69. The donut was truly one of the best I've tasted but the stickler is this place is pricey so if I'm in the mood for a good donut. I will visit again. I think I need to try the place across the street first though.
(3)
Denise C.

I absolutely love this place! I have to stop here every time I'm in the neighborhood because it's just to good to pass up. My favorite is the biscoff banana donut. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to one.
(5)
Chad B.

Donuts are ok, service seemed to be lacking, prices are way to expensive for what you get and the coffee was really weak. There are so many other places in this neighborhood to just be ok.
(2)
Sam A.

Insane to pay $ 3.55 for a long john... its a bit overprice, or the new girl ring me up wrong since she was not too familiar with the touch screen cash register.
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Wo w.

Stan's imitates other gourmet donut shops and tries to distinguish itself only by over charging. 3 bucks for a large lukewarm coffee. Another 3 or 4 bucks for a donut that is on par some mornings with other nearby donut shops, and sub-par most mornings. This place will probably be around for a while given the profit margins. At least its interior seems appropriate for a saccharine donut shop.
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Niko F.

Nothing special. The yeast donuts are not especially fluffy or anything great. Try firecakes or even Glazed & Infused for a better donut.
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Itzel P.

First time I came I didn't get a donut or coffee but the iced tea with ginger was amazing. Second time was a bit of a let down since I only got two out of the 4 things I ordered. I LOVE their beignets. 10/10 would recommend. The boston creme was delicious as well. I was supposed to recieve a twisty glazed and an iced coffee but the cashier was distracted by a nice guy who gave them pizza. Whatever I still loved my old fashioned glazed donut.
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Cindy A.

Yum, yum, yum. I love these donuts. The variety of flavors is larger than other similar gourmet donut shops. The list on their website doesn't come close to what is in the case on any given day. The maple bacon is the best bacon donut I've ever had. It's maple bacon pieces on top of a buttermilk bar. If there is a line at peak times, it moves very quickly.
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Klo J.

other donut places are laughable compared to this. they think clever names like 'glazed and infused' can make us forget that their donuts are doughy and bland. stan's is the real deal! they have an excellent selection and the goods are super soft n' flavorful! they don't need bacon or other odd ingredients to be original. stan's just is.
(5)
Maribel C.

Yummmmmm! Blows all other donut places out of the water.
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Jo L.

Stan's Donuts is incredible! I never liked cream filled donuts, and I was surprised that the blueberry danish had cream in it. I'm glad that I tried it, because it was amazing! I also tried the glazed, the apple fritter and chocolate glazed and none of them disappointed. Some people have complained about the prices, but Stan's is a place to indulge in once and a while, not to over indulge. Since, I go there once every couple of weeks to get a donut, I don't have a problem paying a little more for my donut. I would also choose Stan's over Glazed and Infused, because they don't run out of donuts as much, their take out boxes and store are adorable, the Intelligentsia coffee is good quality and the service is good.
(5)
Sasha T.

Maybe it's because I haven't frequented all the doughnut locations that Chicago has to offer, maybe its because my sweet tooth is attracted to anything with a morsel of sugar, but I found Stan's Donuts pretty darn delicious. When I first came to Stan's, I was tickled pink (pun so intended) by their adorable decor and their great customer service (not so much by their very expensive donuts...). I got the glazed and the chocolate cake and I must say, that the glaze was one of the best doughnut I have ever eaten. It was warm and gooey and featured a hint of cinnamon that was an unexpected bonus. I wasn't so keen on the chocolate frosting of the cake one, which to me was kinda bitter. but that glazed doughnut will definitely have me coming back.
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Molly G.

After walking past Stan's every morning on my way to the blue line, I finally persuaded my hubby to take me and try the Donuts. The shop is great, (the queuing system, not so much...but the space doesnt make it easy), and the donuts are incredible! I'm pretty straightforward so we shared a regular glazed and a cinnamon pretzel, both were amazing. Hubby also had a maple bacon, which he said was good, but 3rd spot to the other two. We will definitely come back!
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Deirdre J.

love love the donuts...and super nice staff. very rich donuts so one is all you can eat which should make up for the uber pricey per donut cost. If you don't mind paying 25 bucks a dozen, you won't be disappointed. try the lemon pistachio!
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J H.

the donuts I had were great--just the right amount of sweet. the coffee is also really good. the open windows make for GREAT people-watching, and you can also get work done on their wifi. I would definitely run in and buy donuts here if I was visiting someone off the blue line...only thing I can think of is to maybe add a few more tables or seats indoors, although maybe they do that on weekends.
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AJ N.

Not a bad shop. Clean and well-lit. However, signs for the product would be super useful (there was a lot of pointing and puzzled looks on my end), as well as clearly labeled prices. Again, the donuts were good, but they're incredibly over-priced. I paid $8.50 for lunch (at a different place) and $9 on three donuts. And I get that inflation and artisan work is a thing right now, but seriously? $9 for three donuts? I guess if you have the disposable income, cool, but dude. I really don't.
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Jill M.

stan's is delicious, fresh, convenient and has great customer service. plus you don't have to worry about them running out before you wake up in the morning. YUM!
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Alex E.

5 Stars for the Donuts, incredibly good. Had an old fashioned and was not dissapointed! Only 3 Stars for the entryway/flow of the shop. When I walked in this morning the cash register is right next to the door where everyone comes in. This makes it confusing if there is a line or if you want to take a second to look at the menu. If they can change up this flow/design then it will be a lot easier to order. Being next to the Blue Line will mean large rushes so they need to figure out a way to accommodate a line larger than 5 people. Would definitely come back, I am more leaving this review in hopes that they can work out these kinks!
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Banu S.

Amazing donuts! The best part is that they make plenty of everything, and keep making donuts throughout the day. I find the whole "we will sell until we run out so that there's a line at 6am" thing kind of pretentious. The best donut I've had here is the cheese pocket, it was so good I think about it every time I walk past. Four stars instead of five because he beverage selection is kind of limited, not many options.
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Joshua B.

Seriously the best donuts I've ever had. I'm not normally a fan of sweets, but wanted a cup of coffee on my morning commute. I stopped in and couldn't take my eyes of the words Nutella and peanut butter on their listed offerings. I couldn't help it... And got both. These were way beyond anything I've had at glazed and infused. They were fluffy, fresh, not over the top sugary (bearing in mind they ARE donuts). Was the price a bit high? Yes. Was it worth it? Absolutely. I'm almost, ALMOST, upset this is so close to the blue line and my work because I already know this will be something I'll need to factor into my weekly budget.
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Lyndsey G.

Stan's puts focus where it should be, on the actual doughnut. The texture and flavor was on point!
(5)
Michelle B.

Wow - these donuts are so delicious! I like that they have old fashioned choices mixed with some modern twists. The modern twists are done just right and not over the top - it was more about taste than shock value, if you know what I mean. For example, the lemon pistachio donut was just the right combination and it melted in my mouth. I guess that goes along with the decor concept- also old fashioned with some modern twists. Yes, the donuts are pricey but worth every penny!
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Virl S.

Great place. A bit pricey and I expected that. Shouldn't eat these delicacies to much anyways. Their pretzel donuts are fantastic. I got the chocolate glazed one. Like a mixture of doughnut and pretzel with perfect, soft texture. I got one of my friends for her birthday the peanut butter banana pocket. She said it was fantastic and reminded her of the original Stan's in LA.
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Faisal M.

Perfect pistachio glazed donut. Super friendly staff and uber clean store. Trendy takes a second place to quality here and you can taste it. Yes this is the same chain as Stans in LA. The hazelnut pistachio gelato is as good as it gets outside of Rome.
(5)
LeRoy S.

Excellent donuts and great intellegentsia coffee!
(5)
JB M.

Purchased a dozen for $30. Came late afternoon. Nutella ones were out, which unfortunately is what we wanted to try. Didn't seem like a ton of cake-donut options. Overall seemed a little overpriced. Clean and well kept store. I would be willing to give it another try.
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Amanda P.

This place was ok, walked in on a whim while waiting for a table at Bongo Room. Donuts are very expensive and on my opinion not worth the high price, they are pretty good but not THAT good for the cost.
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Allison P.

The people who gave Stan's less than 5 stars is absolutely freaking CRAZY! This place is amazing. Hands down the best donuts in the world!! Any comparison to Glazed & Infused is just wrong. I'm not a coffee drinker so I can't speak to how good their coffee is. Yes, their service can be off at times but as long as the workers give me delicious donuts and are somewhat friendly I'm happy. After all, I'll have donuts...
(5)
tages t.

Want to spend 3.50$ on the best doughnut you've ever had? Try the Peanut Butter Pocket. It is on the pricey side, but geewhizz it's good.
(5)
Angelica H.

Donuts ! This place is great.
(5)
Coleen K.

BEST DOUGHNUTS EVER! Do yourself a favor and order the Biscoff stuffed doughnut. You won't be disappointed.
(5)
Maddie R.

Fantastic Donuts! Great atmosphere! Super friendly employees! We a half dozen consisting of the Banana Peanut Butter, Lemon-Pistachio Old Fashioned, Pumpkin Old-Fashioned, Apple Fritter, Biscoff Pocket, and Boston Creme. They were all absolutely great!! Not greasy, dense, or dry at all! The filled ones has especially generous portions of filling inside that was a delight. The seasonal pumpkin doughnut was seriously one the best donuts I've ever had. We will certainly be back!!
(5)
S.A.M. R.

This place is amazing! I'm not a huge donut person and stans has changed me . Tried the regular glazed , the maple bacon one and a blueberry jelly donut . The plain glazed was my favorite!! Do not pass it up . The blueberry jam is made in house . Great coffee too . Don't plan on driving though, extremely hard to park around that intersection
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Wei G.

Daughter wanted ice cream and brought me inside. Cool place for the kids and the donuts look amazing. I didn't have anything but the ambiance is very friendly and fun. My daughter loved her ice cream (gelato) and I have a feeling we'll come back for the donuts.
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Erica I.

Good thing this place is far away from my, because the Biscoff banana pockets would be my new breakfast every weekend. I really liked how different the donuts sounded compared to the other donut shops in Chicago. The word "pretzel" with donut makes it sound so much more tasty, doesn't it?! And they also had a lemon pistachio donut, and pistachio is one of those flavors that isn't very common, but is really good since you don't eat it very often. Of course, the price is just like all the other donut shops where it's $2-3 for one donut, but I guess they've gotta keep the competition up. I think they should actually sell the donuts for like 50 cents a piece, and maybe they'd be the most popular one in town.
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Address : 1560 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL, 60622
Phone (773) 360-7386
Website https://www.stansdonutschicago.com/
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Opening Hours

Mon :6:30 am - 9:00pm

Specialities

Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Good for Working : No

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