Houchin's Ice Cream & Donuts

Houchin's Ice Cream & Donuts

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise Houchin's for delicious, high-quality donuts, often calling them the best in town or state. Many highlight friendly service and recent renovations. Some mention reasonable prices, though a few find them high. Common complaints include running out of donuts early, occasional slow service, and rare quality issues. A few negative reviews cite staff attire or limited availability, but most are overwhelmingly positive, with frequent 5-star ratings for taste and service.

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

903 S Main St

Sikeston, Missouri 63801

Hours

Monday 5AM-12PM
Tuesday 5AM-12PM
Wednesday 5AM-12PM
Thursday 5AM-12PM
Friday 5AM-12PM
Saturday 5AM-12PM
Sunday 5AM-12PM

Customer Reviews

I was raised in sikeston, but now live in florida. This is always my first stop in sikeston. No one can compare to donuts from Houchins

Best eclairs I have ever eaten. First time I've seen maple icing on one. The coffee was just right, excellent. The staff was super friendly. Everybody needs to get their donuts here.

OMG!! First time here but not the last. Best donut I have ever put in my face!!! I needed this in my life. So good!!!

OMG THE DOUGHNUTS ARE AMAZING HERE!!! Lovely ladies running the joint. Glazed doughnuts are awesome...but STRAWBERRY FRITTERS?!? Whaaaaat? Get your booties here and have you the best doughnuts in Sikeston.

Always amazing customer service and delicious doughnuts ??????????????

Best dam donuts I had in 20 years

10/10, best donuts I?ve had in a while! The staff was super sweet and cordial and helped us pick out the best donuts they had (since it was our first time), and even gave us a bonus two donuts for the road. Definitely made our day! And the chocolate chip donuts on the weekend are phenomenal! The inside of the store is so cute with tons of room and we loved the decorations. Would highly recommend!

It was recommended by friends who used to live in Sikeston to go to Houchin's while were in town. Are we ever glad we took their advice. Everything we bought was delicious! Go there!

The regular glazed donuts were chewy the coffee was old. They had a limited selection and told me yesterday was national donut day so today they didn't have much. Made me wonder why does yesterday being national donuts day make a difference in what's available today? Aren't they fresh made everyday?

The only thing I wish is that they were open longer

When the current owner took over the glazed doughnuts were to dense and the twist where oily and the chocolate glazed lacked a chocolate flavor.....I quit going for a few months. I decided to revisit and let me tell you they greatly improved on the quality of ALL their doughnuts. Absolutely delicious!!!

Stopped in after lunch for a malt and the donuts smelled incredible. Grabbed a couple malts and half dozen donuts and left. The malts were top notch. But the donuts...the donuts were awesome!! Wish they weren't 130 miles from my house or we'd be regulars for sure. Next time we are any where near them we will make an excuse to stop in.

Yessss! Wonderful donuts. The chocolate white cream filled long john donuts are my favs! But everything is good too. Friendly people and it looks clean inside as well. So much better than Dunkin donuts. Yuck!

Very friendly staff! They had unfilled donuts and offered to fill with our selection of filling. The long johns and old fashioned donuts were fresh and very tasty. Worth the stop for sure.

Every time my family would visit my grandparents here we would get houchins doughnuts for everyone. They were always delicious and amazing. Now I have moved here and for the first time I've come to eat inside with a friend after not seeing him for a long time. Definitely an awesome place.

Did not want to make breakfast, kids love Houghin's donuts, best don't place in town.

We loved the donuts here. Best vanilla cream filled ones we?ve had. Apple fritters were tasty too. Worth the drive to Sikeston!

1st time in, wasn't sure what I wanted. I saw the Bacon long john,I knew I had found my poison. First bite was as expected,great taste! Since Im from the other side of town,it was my first time in. It wont be my last.. Very clean,friendly staff. Great selection.

The best donuts around, I have been far and wide testing donuts and Houchins is always at the top. The chocolate glazed donuts are absolutely unmatched.

Probably one of the best places in Sikeston under its new ownership. The new owners expanded the menu, the operating hours, and renovated nearly the entire place. The staff is great as always and the doughnuts put Krispy Kreme and Dunkin Donuts to shame by a long shot. Prices are fair in my opinion. Doughnut holes are 12? each, Bavarian creme Long Johns are 99? each. There are a lot of selections as far as different kinds of doughnuts as well as some unique in-house creations. Prices vary per doughnut typ

They don?t sell ice cream no more??

They used to be the greatest donut shop ever and they're still good but not nearly as good as they were years ago

This place is the best. I grew up in Sikeston. Houchin's has been a family business from before I was born. Almost every morning my mom would bring some doughnuts from houchin's. They always have the best selection. Fresh or day old? With unbeatable prices anywhere in this country.

Mixed feelings about this place. Great donuts but they refuse to join the twentieth century and take debit and credit cards. I will go take twenty out of an atm for dinner somewhere but I refuse to for two dollars in donuts. They are hurting their business by doing this.

The donuts are always fresh and the prices are good. The staff has always been friendly. You can't think of Sikeston without houchins donuts?

The service was fast at drive thru

All you need to know is this: Houchin's has the best damn donuts in the state. Don't bring me no Casey's donuts! Don't even offer me a Dunkin donut or we can't be friends. HOUCHIN'S DONUTS ARE SO GOOD THEY MAKE ME CONSDER GETTING A JOB IN LAW ENFORCEMENT

I love this place,early morning sweets. Another Maple Bacon Long John,and a cheese danish. The ladies are top notch cooks,the place is very clean. I will be going back again..

I thought since they were under new ownership that they would be back to the Houchins Sikeston had grown to love. Wrong. Cold donuts and warm milk both times. Wont give them the 3rd strike.

This place is the move, every Friday morning for my coworkers. We enjoy their delicious glazed doughnuts!

The donuts are so good. The owner is such a sweet lady. She was very friendly.

runs out of donuts around 10 o?clock every day how are you a donut place and doesn?t have donuts the whole time your open it?s ridiculous

It's been last year sense I ate there.I wasnt in too there Donut's it was nasty,and hard.I think they need too get someone in there that takes care of that place right.I haven't been back this time and won't be back until they get someone in there that cares for food better then that.I can't believe I paid for it that day..

Great place for the food. Best for miles around.

Delicious local bakery. The only place to go for donuts. Don't even think about anywhere else. Reasonable prices and friendly servers.

I had a Maple long John, it was very good, rich and filling.

its ok they do offer alot more then the old houchins sure miss that place but over all the update is ok dining area was clean they were busy but staff was very patient kind and friendly

Good people and food.

I waited for exactly 16 minutes, and I was ignored. More people came in and I was completely ignored. I'm wondering if my ethnicity played a part. I didn't deel welcomed, so I will never return.

Good but they want the rich man last dine. Extremely over rated nothing will ever compare to the ole school Houchins Donuts

Nice people and good donuts. Just get there early before selection is hone. They move quick.

They have the best Apple Fritters.

If you love fresh delicious foods this is a must stop here not only for a donut but a variety of great food and beverages

not the same new people bought it and now it?s horrible i?m sorry but the old recipie was to die for. i would pay double if old recipie was available

Best donuts at this place.

Love the new renovations! They finally accept debit cards too ?? This place is staple of Sikeston culture.

Great donuts good ice cream wonderful people, don't accept cards is a minus though.

I went here on father's day and they gave me a extra donut,and they excellent!!

They must be good because they run out of doughnuts before morning is over.

Best donuts you can find in Sikeston. If you don't agree you either don't like donuts or you're a communist.

Cannot get over this place!! :) We have been coming here for years for donuts for breakfast with family. It is tradition when we are in town!

Over priced and donuts not the same Cinnamon rolls arent tastie very dry

Good donuts. Good service. Was there for a birthday party for my mom

Excellent customer service and a very tasty treat good check them out very good ?? and exaedera

Better than any donuts ever!!! Better then Crispy creme' when warm!!- THATS RIGHT I SAID IT!!!!

i grew up with this place, my grandma working there. i miss the old look of it and nice ladies behind the counter.

Just went there and was told they were open but wouldn't have donuts for almost 2 hours!

Doughnuts are awesome! They have the best reputation in town.

According to a previous manager, their donuts are vegan friendly. Yay!

Great donuts under new ownership stop by have some warm donuts

Best donuts in the region. Friendly. Locally owned.

The donuts are great and the service is great.

Sweetest gal ever and a quaint clean atmosphere to take the kids for an old fashioned hand dipped cone!

Very good donuts and very good service

They need more help here. I used to be in and out in 1-2 minutes and now it takes 10

Best doughnuts I've ever had

Drive thru was convenient. Donuts are average

Been going here since I was a kid. Alwayed loved it always will!

This establishment is extremely unprofessional, the employees are rude, and the donuts aren?t even that good.

The ?? are amazingly good. Never tried the ice cream.

Best Doughnuts around our area.

Prices a bit high but the quality of the food is excellent!!

The Apple fritters are my favorite. The staff is friendly and the place is very clean.

No ice cream, donuts good, not much selection.

Probably the best doughnuts in town honestly

Always great service and wonderful donuts

Not what it used to be. Employees walk around in pajama bottoms.

Amazing donuts!!! The best ever!!

Can?t believe out of glazed donuts. ??

They are the best in South East Missouri!!

Best doughnuts on the planet. Anyone who disagrees is incorrect.

Great service!! Donuts are delicious!!!

Not a donut person but these are delish!

Would like it if doughnuts were warm

My husband and I love the doughnuts.

Delicious... Oops wait very delicious.

They Got some delicious Donuts

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