Darrell's Donuts

Darrell's Donuts

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise Darrell's Donuts for their delicious, high-quality donuts, with many calling them the best in town. The friendly staff and fresh products are frequently highlighted. However, some recent reviews note declining quality, smaller portions, and higher prices. A common tip is to arrive early as they often sell out. While most ratings are 5-star, a few customers prefer competitors or express disappointment with recent changes. The overall sentiment remains positive, with loyal customers continuing to visit despite some concerns.

About This Listing

Who Can Visit?

Most donut shops welcome all ages—perfect for families and kids
Some locations offer sit-down areas, while others are grab-and-go
No prior ordering knowledge needed—staff can help you choose flavors
Casual dress is welcome—some shops may have outdoor seating
Allergy-friendly options may be available (ask in advance)
Group orders and celebrations welcome—pre-orders may be required

*Note: Seating, menu, and accessibility may vary by shop. Contact your local spot for details.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time guests can simply walk in and browse the display or menu. Staff are happy to offer recommendations and explain specialty flavors. Some shops even offer sample bites or combo deals for newcomers.

Common Considerations:

Allergens Some donuts may contain nuts, dairy, or gluten—always ask if unsure
Availability Popular flavors can sell out early, especially on weekends

*Note: Menus and specials may vary. Ask staff or check online for daily options.*

What to Bring

Cash or card—most donut shops accept both, but some are cashless
Phone or camera—perfect for snapping and sharing your sweet finds
Appetite! Fresh donuts are best enjoyed warm and on the spot

*Note: Payment methods and policies vary by location. Check signage or ask staff.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check store hours and peak times—early visits offer the best selection
Call ahead for large orders or special boxes
Bring friends or coworkers—sharing a dozen is half the fun
Dress casually—many shops are walk-up counters or offer outdoor seating
Leave pets at home unless it’s a pet-friendly location
Check for limited-time flavors, holidays specials, or preorder events
Set a treat budget if you’re shopping with kids
Bring a reusable bag or box if buying in bulk

*Note: Each shop may offer different experiences—check social media for updates.*

How to Get Started

Most shops accept walk-ins! For custom orders, pre-ordering is best. Ask about gift boxes or subscription options.

Other Helpful Info

Visits usually take 10–30 minutes, unless you're sitting down to enjoy
Weekends can be busier—plan ahead for quicker service
Seasonal or limited-edition donuts often rotate monthly
Some locations offer donut decorating kits or workshops
Gift cards, boxes, and party platters are often available

*Note: Features, pricing, and offerings vary by donut shop. Always check ahead.*

Contact Information

Address

2355 Shaw Rd

Zanesville, Ohio 43701

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 4:30AM-2PM
Wednesday 4:30AM-2PM
Thursday 4:30AM-2PM
Friday 4:30AM-2PM
Saturday 4:30AM-2PM
Sunday Closed

Customer Reviews

The location changed but the quality of the donuts did not!! If you love soft on the inside and lightly crispy on the outside This is the place for you!! The icing isn't too sweet but adds to the perfection of the donut. This is my very favorite donut shop.

I've been addicted to there donuts for the last 3 months. They are so light an airy have amazing flavor. My go to

My review is that they were sold out of donuts at11:25 am. Why post hours that you are open until 2pm when you have no donuts to sell before 11:30 am. I suggest calling before driving all the way there

Never disappoints! The icing is top notch. I love the peanut butter and jelly donut. The sugar cookies are so amazing. I love the new location. The ladies are always smiling and kind. This is a must try if you have never.

This place has delicious donuts made fresh daily. They also have treats like cookies. Get there early because they tend to sell out prior to closing.

I really wanted to give this place five stars. I love local restaurants and local establishments. Unfortunately I did not care too much for their donuts. I guess I'm used to the one on the North end which is not the same and in my opinion much better. I know this is a big fight over people that live in the Zanesville area and will continue to be until the day I die. If you're looking for a friendly person and decent donuts stop here. The lady that helped us behind the counter was absolutely amazing and defi

Best donuts in the world. Consistent in taste and quality. Everyone is always so friendly. The new owner is such a sweet kind person and is doing a wonderful job by not changing anything. If it's not broke don't fix it . I will continue to be a loyal customer for years to come

A very personable, friendly, and fresh donuts ??. I got a Bavarian Cream donuts and an apple fritter, highly recommend.

They have the best male and female bear claws in Zanesville! And the young ladies that wate on you in the mornings are so pleasant and always smiling.

Best donut stop in Ohio! When it comes to donuts they have perfected the formula, not too hard not too soft. In my opinion they have a perfect balance. If you like maple bacon donuts, try theirs. I haven't had a better one than theirs and they have excellent staff. Get up early, because they go quick! If you're ever in the South Zanesville area, this is a must have experience!

This for 32 years would have been 5 stars no questions asked. Idk whats happened in the last couple months but the donuts are not nearly as soft and delicate as they used to be. The size on many of the donuts have gotten much smaller. This was an absolute once a week stop for me and the family but I think its going to be much fewer and farther between now, the last 2 times just haven't done it for any of us. A bakers dozen and some donut holes would last all of an hour maybe, now there's leftovers if not th

Saturday June 25 at 9:30 in the morning, we went in the store as we had for many years. We saw empty shelves which did bother us a lot but was odd. The sales lady said that's all we got!!!!. We went outside and told a lady about the store. She said that's okay. She drove 30 miles to get her preordered donuts. She came out with no donuts and said they sold them out from under her. I felt sorry for her. In the last 6 months they have been losing it. It was a good business

First time here. The Bavarian Creme was delectable !!! I'm afraid I'd eat this every day, if I lived nearby, and I'm not even a donut fan! Will definitely be back when we return to Zville!

I've been going here since high school, these donuts are the perfect thing you get before a tough day or to celebrate a great day. Amazing service, wonderful sweets. Get your butt to this shop first thing in the morning.

We stopped and got doughnuts and sugar cookies this morning, absolutely delicious as always.* Update* Sadly Darrell's is NOT what it use to be. Smaller doughnuts, higher prices, staff members are not as friendly as before. What was once a favorite family tradition of an early morning doughnut run, isn't worth getting out of bed for now.

Friendly, clean, highly recommended and their donuts are delicious

When a place sits in a non-descript little strip mall but is ALWAYS busy, that tells you something. It's not a big place but Darrell's always delivers the best donuts around, with excellent coffee and a helpful, cheerful staff. Whenever we're in town we make it a point to get there early enough to have a few choices (since they open at 4:30 am it's best to get there before 9 am) ... they're one of the best kept secrets of South Zanesville.

Best donuts ever! They are made fresh daily and they always sell out. If you're in the area, you don't want to miss stopping here. Bacon topped donuts are excellent!

Starting to become a tradition for my daughter's birthday to go to Darrell's for lunch/brunch. Such good donuts, very sweet lady always helps us... Wish I had caught her name.

A great place for delicious donuts and baked goods. Delicious coffee brand. Provide additional traditional breakfast refreshments. Competitive pricing, but also better quality than Wal-Mart, per se. Convenient location with high visibility.

Best donut that you can spend your money in the south Zanesville area. We like their regular glazed. Eat it with a dark roast coffee, is my small piece of heaven. Combine this trip with golf at Eaglesticks, it makes my week better.

Best Doughnuts I have ever ate in my life! The bacon maple is my favorite! Hurry and get there before they sell out for the day, because they go fast!!!

Still pretty good especially being is on the south side of town. However, it just does not taste as good as it used to with the new owners.

Probably my favorite donut place. But if ya want the good stuff, get there early. Friendly staff too.

This has always been my local go to. Not sure what has changed in the last couple years but nothing seems to taste right anymore. My whole family used to LOVE everything from here but we now agree it's just not as good.

Great ?? and service. But they have gotten really to sweet for me.

Yeah basically the best donuts, tied with Donalds on the northend same family. I woould put these donuts against any donuts in the USA. However, I have been a visitor since I was like 10. My favorites maple cream filled and glaze.

I have always loved Darrell's Donuts. I will be back up from Murray City, Saturday to get some more donuts. Our whole family loves them. I come from around Athens to get them if that tells you something.

They are Great .I Love the Bacon on mine its just delicious.my new favorite .it was salty and sweet at the same time.I highly recommend this place.I will come back to visit. My new favorite doughnut shop.Great Job.

These donuts are an unexpected treasure of SE Ohio. Outstanding maple cream, jelly, and boston cream donuts! Exceptional service. Will be back someday when driving through again!

Best donuts and wonderful staff we go there every other Saturday me n my boy have made it a thing

Staff was friendly and doughnuts were fresh and delicious. Had a nice variety to choose from. Store was clean and well organized. Definitely will be back

I ate one of the best donuts I've ever had in kmy life, I have already returned multiple times, my favorite type of donut here was by far the oreo creme filled donut, but they have a vast array of choices for anyone to appreciate.

One the best donuts I had ever had!! Also the workers are always nice and patient, they also have so many choices!

AMAZING DONUTS!!! Probably the BEST donuts I've ever had. You have to try this place out. I promise you will not be disappointed.

Hubster says they are THE BEST donuts he has ever had ...even better than Krispy Kreme. He raved about their apple fritters, but all of the donuts are superb.

Crystal always does a fantastic job!!!

100% have definitely pulled an all-nighter to purposefully get fresh donuts the next day from Darrell's. Thanks for always being fantastic, you joyous donut angels.

They have the BEST doughnuts! I've eaten them for many years and plan on for many more ??

Tastes much different now that it's under new owners. Donut holes were greasy, not much filling in the eclairs( long johns).

These are by far, the best donuts in town. Family ran shop. Friendly people, but, you better be there early, they can sell out, that's how good there donuts are.

We love your donuts there the best in zansville. My family can't what to here pappy say DONUTS FROM DARRELL'S IS HERE CAME AND GET THEM

Love the New Location and As always the donuts are Amazing!??

It's not rocket surgery folks. You walk in with a buck you walk out with a tasty donut. It's not good for your hips, but it's great for your lips.

Doughnuts are by far the best in town! I stop in once every week for a morning pick me up. Friendly staff as well.

Best doughnuts around and the workers are awesome!

These are the best donuts I have ever had! Throw those crispy creme and Tim Horton's ones in the trash..lol

Husband was there and got stick donuts and they looked terrible will continue to go to Donald's

Look if you love doughnuts then this is the place to go! Best ones around,always worth the drive

The best donuts in the world! We have them overnight shipped to Florida from Ohio. We always stop when we're visiting Ohio.

Best donuts and friendly service in any mom and pops shop..everytime I visit it is a 5am wake up call..

They had a nice variety of fresh donuts. The staff was very accommodating and friendly.

I love their donuts, and am always amazed everyone there is so bright and chipper that early in the morning!

The best donuts in town. They sell out early so get there before 10am to get your choice of donuts.

Best Donuts I've ever had and their employees are so outgoing and friendly!

I love there donuts. Get there early to get the best donuts

A staple in the south end of Zanesville for generations! You will never be disappointed here. Love the long Johns and the raspberry filled donuts!!!

Now I have to make a trip there with my wife! Great donuts and fast help.

Love there donuts if you can get them wish they would make more for day they always sell out early of ones I like .

Awesome delicious food, and. I'am not really a donut guy ! Light and airy. Just delicious

People know what you want and are so friendly. Definitely a must on weekend.

They have the best, most delicious donuts ever

These are the best doughnuts I have ever had. The staff is also very friendly.

Get there early, inventory is limited. Wait till brunch and you will have a very limited selection.

Employees are very friendly and quick to get you in and out the door can be very busy Donuts are delicious

Employees were respectful and answered questions very nice clean place and the donuts were amazing?

Love this place. The custard filled are the best in town. Go early they sell out often.

Great staff, great doughnuts! Get there early because they run out.

Best donuts around and well worth the price great staff

Said they were open on website Mon. Made special trip wasn't open. Very disappointed ??

It's always been my favorite place to get donuts, friendly people and clean

I have never tasted a better donut! Darrell?s is, and has been, a family favorite for many years!

Excellent place to go for donuts and always freshly made and Customer Service is always friendly

best doughnuts in the world. awesome service. my favorite place to be..

Great friendly clerk. Donuts were really good. Price average

BEST Donuts you can get. The donut waitresses are all great.

The best donuts around!!!!!! Grew up Eating Darrell's donuts We now make it a point to stop when were in town

Darrells donuts are so good. Ive had 2 other donut shops in town and nothing beats darrells

Best donuts in town. Go early, because they always sell out.

Get there early they sell out fast, best doughnuts around

Food is great if they ever have what you want, not willing to make the customer happy

Great place to get FRESH donuts!!!

Great little bakery run by nice people, eat in or take out you won't regret it.

Literally the BEST donuts I've EVER had! I wish they would ship!!!

Delicious donuts, everyone will enjoy. Try out the bacon, creme filled donuts for something new!

Donuts are good but sorry Darrell. Donald's is better filling taste different

Killer doughnuts in fact there so good I have to stay away..lol

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