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The Donut Whole
1720 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67214, United States
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Da
Review №1

The Donut Whole offers an array gluten free donuts (many of which we bought and are pictured below) every Sunday, which was our biggest draw — as we were accommodating team members with specific dietary needs. They met our needs perfectly, tasted wonderful, and the service was great to boot, as the barista on duty anticipated my needs by taking my coffee order while we were still in line. Given that I had somewhere to be, this was exactly the kind of thing to win me over on the 5-star rating. Great work, and I hope to see this place again!

a
Review №2

Interesting university type of setting... Colorful and all types of dunuts...a friend from Texas recommend it to us... And got some dunuts.

Jo
Review №3

I love going and getting their donuts. one of the best donuts around. I love they have vegan and gluten free donuts. This is the only place I have come across gluten and free and vegan donuts. I wish they had a few that were both. I am dairy and gluten intolerant and feel I cannot focus on one or the other at times. I always get disappointed with the coffee. They never give me enough milk or make my coffee super strong. My daughter loves the donuts but finds the hallway creepy. I always wish they had more seating and that the tables were cleaned more often.

Ch
Review №4

Really cool donut shop! A lot of different and tasty flavor options and the coffee was top notch!

An
Review №5

Donut Hole made an amazing batch of birthday donuts for us. We vaguely asked for half red, half white donuts for pokeballs at a Pokemon party. And we picked up adorable, full-on pokeballs complete with black line and center circle details. We were very impressed and they were delicious too! Thank you, Donut Hole!

Gi
Review №6

Been loving this place for over 6 years... Wish there were open 24 hours like they used to be :( or at least later then 3pm... Its not a fancy atmosphere but its fun and unique and the donuts first thing in the morning are so yummy...I prefer cake over fried anyway. The staff are usually always very nice also!! If youre worried about stale donuts in the afternoon come early or call your order ahead!!

Tr
Review №7

Nope. Every single one was a cake donut. Nothing against the staff but they didn’t even know what a bear claw was and the glazed donut was-wait for it-another cake donut with icing This is called an iced cake donut, not a glazed donut. All tasted the same. No jelly filled ones eitherDisappointed

Cu
Review №8

The legendary home of the maple doughnut and best coffee in Wichita,KS. YouTube- mrcuddlecuddle

Es
Review №9

I love this donut shop. They are always so kind and have the best tasting donuts. My mom cant gluten, so were very grateful for their gluten free options. Ive been going here since I was a very little girl, this place was a big part of my childhood ❤

Ye
Review №10

Huge variety and very friendly and welcoming feel good at home feeling and surrounding. Each donut in the picture was a different type and this aint even touching the tip of the iceberg on what they have there....the place was overall awesome I highly recommend it.

Jo
Review №11

Love this place. Excellent donuts and super nice people. Fun little kitchzy extablishment with a pretty interesting variety of donuts. I mean interesting in a good way.

Da
Review №12

Wonderful gluten free donuts on Tuesday and Sunday. This whole case is GF!!!

Ka
Review №13

Amazing as usual... they never disappoint

Ni
Review №14

The donut selection is amazing. The price is a bit on the high side.

Ju
Review №15

Always fresh baked cake donuts. Unique flavor profiles. Excellent service. And, the coffee is amazing!

Am
Review №16

Great coffee and delicious made from scratch donuts. Local ingredients.Friendly and helpful staff.Low-key and quaint.Definitely recommend this place.I will have to come back next time Im in Wichita.

Ki
Review №17

Good donuts. Staff seemed super irritated and stressed.

Lu
Review №18

Its overpriced for a donut shop. Spent 22$ on boba & a dozen. It was my first time there, and honestly was disappointed. The donuts werent wow in appearance nor taste. The one behind the counter had a bit of a spicy attitude, but overall was friendly. It was a disappointing experience. Youre paying for the location of the shop... Ill probably continue purchasing my donuts at Hurts.

Ka
Review №19

They had lots of yummy options for gluten free cake donuts today! I was super excited!

Je
Review №20

The Donut Whole is a Wichita staple. A quirky, fun place that makes Wichita so cool. Local artists are featured on the walls as well as vintage and retro art and decor. The donuts are unique and tasty. The espresso drinks are excellent and the drip coffee is fine as well. Usually a few people there, during peak hours you may struggle to find a seat as its a small place, but the coffee and donuts travel well. My kids love donuts, so this is a family favorite.

Tr
Review №21

A great local classic. Good donuts, drinks, and atmosphere. If youre in town, give it a try.

L
Review №22

Best doughnuts in Wichita. Homemade buttermilk doughnuts with a selection of inventive toppings. Excellent MAPLE BACON ON BUTTERMILK! Be sure to try the chocolate chocolate with chocolate cereal crunch to satisfy the chocoholic in your group. Also really good coffee made to order.

Jo
Review №23

So many flavor options. Prices are reasonably. The day we were there they only had cake donuts, dont know if that is normal.

Ri
Review №24

I forgot how great this place was. Great donuts and really delicious coffee.

ry
Review №25

Excellent donuts. 24 hour drive through. Very nice employee

Ma
Review №26

Such an adorable little place. Good coffee. Great service.

Da
Review №27

So great. Small batch, gourmet cake doughnuts. We got 6 for $5 because it was so late in the day. Best latte Ive had in months.

St
Review №28

I had a sugar-free caramel latte and it was really good.

Ja
Review №29

They have a large selection of teas & coffees, donuts always taste fresh!

Pa
Review №30

The Donut Whole has the best ever donuts! We ship there at least every 2 weeks and consider their donuts a real treat!

To
Review №31

All six donuts we had were too dense. The topping on one was meant to be crunchy but was instead stale. They make an effort, but I’m sorry to say the donuts were not great.

Je
Review №32

OMGosh, so...so good. I dont know what it is but they put something in their donuts that just make them better than most. It is out of our way to get to but well be back.

Al
Review №33

I love the little donut shop it was our first time going into the donutshop and Im sure my son is going to be walking across the street from school because hes going to East High next year & is going to love coming in there doing his homework and getting donuts and drinking coffee.

Ja
Review №34

Best Gluten Free donuts in town!!! (Sundays & Tuesdays)

Jo
Review №35

Very disappointed. Its been a while since Ive gotten gluten-free donuts and things have changed. They used to have one case for gluten-free donutsNow they have donutsxwith gluten right next to the gluten free! They also dont make the chocolate dough donuts anymore and they were real salty. I went in 20 minutes after they first opened and there were not many options. I think theyd be sold out by 12PM. They were also very rude.

Mr
Review №36

I am in town for a Celebration of Life, woke up early, and thought Id grab doughnuts for everyone. This place was a little further away than a few, but the great reviews made me want to give it a try. And I am SO glad I did. They only serve cake doughnuts, but, they have so many varieties. Not only were the doughnuts delicious, but they were a hit with everyone. And the service was impeccable! Made for a great start to our day. I highly recommend checking them out, if you havent already. And if you have already been here, arent you due for another visit?!

De
Review №37

Lots of variety cake donuts. They have a special on thursdays..they pick your dozen for $10.

Ma
Review №38

Gone crazy downhill since I visited last. Granted its been a few years, but unfriendly service, less hours, and meh donuts.

Bi
Review №39

The Donut whole is probably the best at what they do, there maple becon donuts are crazy good..!! All of there donuts are. Really, really good... Great service really good prices, you owe to your self to try it...!!

Ch
Review №40

Gluten free donuts on Sunday

Mi
Review №41

Great donuts and coffee with a drive thru. Artsy.Great staff

Pe
Review №42

Gluten free on Tuesdays. Great job.

Ke
Review №43

Selection almost overwhelming because you want to try them all. Staff super friendly and quality of the donuts outstanding.

Kr
Review №44

Head here in the morning for the freshest donuts. Lots to choose from. They even have silk almond chocolate milk.

JD
Review №45

Fun variety of donuts and coffee. Board games and live music include some of the things going on there.

Sh
Review №46

Moist and tasty peanut butter donuts. Coffee was good.

Da
Review №47

I love the vibe and the donuts from the Donut Whole. One of my favorite snack places in Wichita

M
Review №48

Love this place! My pops enjoyed his bday donuts!

Jo
Review №49

Great donuts and great gluten-free donut options. Also great coffee.

Vi
Review №50

These people really give a damn about donuts.Different kinds of toppings adorn multiple styles of donuts made from different ingredients.Today was buttermilk donuts day.Over 20 different kinds of topped donuts, with interesting and inventive names. I really liked the mint chocolate that I got and my kids loved the snakes on a plane.They also had an entire gluten free section, which my tummy did appreciate. The guy behind the counter was very patient and friendly to the family before and after me, and even changed his gloves to not infect the gluten free section.Ill not go anywhere else in Wichita for donuts.Small addition. I asked if they were ok with me getting a donut and milk for the homeless man outside. The guy at the desk said not to worry, he usually gives the homeless locals donuts. He didnt even let me pay for this one.

Si
Review №51

Discovered this delicious Donut shop about 3 yrs ago, cant skip it when in town. I highly recommend and the milkshakes are a must try.

La
Review №52

The cake donuts are amazing and I love their flavor options! The Boba tea I got (hazelnut flavor) was delicious but the Boba pearls were a bit tough but I plan to try it again in the future!

Da
Review №53

The donuts are always good and the coffee is always hot. Plenty of drink selections to satisfy just about anybodys coffee or boba tea cravings. Great choices of donuts.

Ta
Review №54

Good donuts. Coffee not so good.

Ly
Review №55

Went on a Saturday early and their selection of donuts were not great. Only had a few choices out and they were almost gone. Did notice after we paid for our donuts they open oneof their cases and they had a better selection of donuts they hadnt put out. It been nice to have all the ones they have out for the customers to see.

Je
Review №56

Great variety of donuts and a nice friendly staff!

Tr
Review №57

Extremely disappointed with this place, I walk there at least twice a week to get coffee and donuts. This morning I had walked to get a donut and coffee, I had the exact amount of money for it, while walking my mask must have fallen out of my pocket. I opened the door and asked if they had complimentary disposable masks, the lady had said no, they are $1. I stated loud enough that I had not brought my entire wallet and if I buy a mask I won’t have enough to get what I planned on getting, and she responded they are a $1 in an extremely rude voice. With experiencing this it told me that they will not go out of their way by giving a .10 disposable mask in order to keep a regular weekly customer. No effort to say “we can serve you through the drive thru window” or “what would you like we can bring it out to you”. It’s small things like that, that customers remember and keeps them coming back. They have a sign that says support local, well how about support your customers who keep you open especially while the economy is crashing

Le
Review №58

These cake-style doughnuts feel very decadent to eat! Its not like eating air, the way you feel with some doughnuts. These doughnuts feel homemade, not mass produced. I recommend the triple berry flavor. And if you dont want to go inside, they have a drive through around back.

Sk
Review №59

Decent donuts and coffee at all hours. Also has metal shows there sometimes?

Li
Review №60

Wonderful donuts and great staff. Great small business. Covid safe.

vo
Review №61

Got a donut Ate it whole in one bite no kidding. One bite

Ch
Review №62

Yummy donuts and boba tea.

Ga
Review №63

Best donut Ive had in years. Get anything from glazed to thick mint to the loui, which is topped with a gumball. Try the Americano, you wont be disappointed.

Da
Review №64

Not the greatest but a cool one time place

je
Review №65

Love these donuts

Do
Review №66

Definitely expensive the donuts wernt all they were cracked up to be and the bacon ones littery only had one bite worth of bacon for the whole donut the butterfinger on vanilla was pretty good though. The server however was rude as hell, when we ask for descriptions or what something was she either ignored us told us she couldnt help or just said im busy. Along with the fact she didnt make our beverages correctly. I understand being busy but the respones and tone of her voice was unprofessional and unpleasant for the experience. The only reason im leaving 2 starts is because of the butterfinger donut.

Ja
Review №67

The best cake doughnuts ever! The biggest problem you will have is deciding which ones to get. The staff is awesome, the young lady with the Iron Maiden shirt inspired me to YouTube Run to the Hills, rocked it all the way home!🤘🤘

So
Review №68

Good donuts, love that they have vegan options

Zu
Review №69

We get donuts from here because theyre good but their customer service is not good. They dont look at you when they talk. They dont respond when asked a question. They dont greet you and they dont smile..its as if youre bothering them. Ill be looking for another donut spot.

De
Review №70

Quirky little shop. Interesting assortment of confections. The Cherry Citrus was quite interesting.

Ri
Review №71

Prices are high...but really good donuts!

Jo
Review №72

Best coffee Ive had yet and the selection of donuts is killer

Ma
Review №73

The taste of the mango smoothie I got was tasty. And the people where friendly.

Do
Review №74

Nice little donut shop with lots of tasty treats flavors you have never heard of. Hard to miss with a big roster on the roof

Ja
Review №75

I really like coming here. I just wish there were some gluten free or vegan options other than one day a week. Fun place, live entertainment often, good donuts.

ki
Review №76

This place literally has the best donuts in & around Wichita!! So many different types of donuts to choose from & They are always fresh!!

Za
Review №77

I love the place so much. With the life music make me feel better. It was the last day in wichita and im glad i visited them. Thank for the donut, i post a picture my leftover donut at the lake. The view is not from the restaurant but the donut is!! Lol

Sh
Review №78

The new owners fired me without warning, with no previous write ups. Theyre doing the same to other hard-working employees as well. Theyve been involved in the store for less than a week and are running the place to the ground.This was the best job I ever had, I loved making the donuts, and I feel sorry for the future of this establishment if this is how the new owners are starting off.

de
Review №79

Who doesnt love delicious cake donuts? The staff is always friendly. And they have a lot of good in-house made creations to choose from. The fact theyre open 24 hours is always nice if youre looking for some late-night sweets.

Ma
Review №80

You know what it is. One of my favorite places to hang out. Not a fan of the cake doughnut, but these guys make them taste pretty good. They have live music sometimes. Plenty of places to sit. Good parking. GO GET SOME!

Ju
Review №81

We have had gluten free donuts at quite a few places in Wichita and Kansas City and donut whole wins that battle easily! They have the gluten free donuts every Tuesday. Go early to not miss out on a variety of options.

Ma
Review №82

My favorite place to stop for coffee and donuts before work!!

Ni
Review №83

These donuts were great. Friendly staff. Only disappointment is that they make cake donuts only, no yeast donuts. All the donuts in our box were all good though.

Ma
Review №84

They have delicious Gluten Free donuts on Tuesdays. Go early for variety. I went after 5 and they only had one flavor left. The flavor I tried is called Old School. Its dusted in cinnamon sugar. These are way better than the Gluten free frozen kind Ive been buying from the grocery store. I ended up eating two while driving home. The donuts were moist and a perfect chewy texture. There are beautiful air pockets creating a light, not too dense cake donut. You wouldnt know they were gluten free. What I like most is a slight hint of coffee bean when you first taste the donut. Im not sure if that flavor was intentional or if the donuts took on that flavor because of coffee being brewed -either way its tasty. Im definitely going back early the next Tuesday.

Jo
Review №85

Definitely the go to donut shop! If you havent been here, you gotta go! There is a flavor for every pallet here. Nothing plain Jane here unless you want it that way. I prefer the citrus glazes and absolutely love the lavender and tarot glazes! They have musicians regularly, and show art too. Good selection of coffee type beverages. Clean restrooms. Eclectic decor and atmosphere.

Ty
Review №86

Quirky, fun, creative, and most importantly delicious. The Donut Whole is a one of a kind experience unique to Wichita. Their famous cake donuts are my favorite in Wichita - not to mention the most unique. And their coffee is the best in town (eat your heart out, Starbucks). New management has made some important changes to the Donut Whole experience, most importantly to the freshness of the donuts.

Ch
Review №87

Awesome I love to write and read here.

St
Review №88

Always great! Best donuts in Wichita (maybe even the universe, who knows).

Jo
Review №89

Love this place. Stop by every time Im in Wichita.

Ba
Review №90

Remarkably delicious 😋

BJ
Review №91

A local favorite experience

Le
Review №92

Delicious and creative donuts! They also have a wide variety of gluten free donuts! They are also very good at making sure that cross contamination is a non issue. Friendly staff as well! I had a small mocha which was very rich with a pleasant aroma and a chocolate donut. Needless to say I was bouncing off the walls but it was so worth it!

De
Review №93

Love the atmosphere, the delicious donuts, and the friendly staff! The unique flavors are so cool! Will be going again!

ch
Review №94

Gluten free donuts Tuesday and Sunday are great!

Wi
Review №95

Been here many times while living in Wichita and never once have I not enjoyed it, if you are in downtown skip the star bucks, skip the Duncan donuts or the Krispy Cream, & make your way over to the donut hole for the BEST cake donuts in the whole of wichita hands down

DO
Review №96

I like independent and unique places. You cant get much more unique and independent than this! Great donuts, lots of choices, live entertainment, an offbeat vibe and heck if theyre not pretty darn quick in case youre not just wanting to hang out and actually need to get gone. Kudos!

da
Review №97

Excellent service

Da
Review №98

The food was good the milkshakes were really good. The price was a little high but the quality was excellent. Lots of room had a very homely feel to it.

Ry
Review №99

Was worried things would not be as good after the ownership change, but they have managed to keep what made the DH so good and add to it. Ive been impressed with how fast they are at the order counter now and I love seeing the donuts in the display case where its easy to pick what you want. Coffee is great too! Highly recommend. This is a staple of Wichita and the new ownership is honoring it.

Tr
Review №100

Really neat place. The service was great! The donuts were fantastic!

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  • Address:1720 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67214, United States
  • Phone:+1 316-262-3700
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Donut shop
  • Live music venue
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–3PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–3PM
  • Thursday:7AM–3PM
  • Friday:7AM–3PM
  • Saturday:8AM–3PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Highlights
  • Great coffee:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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