RI Guys Donuts

RI Guys Donuts

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the donuts for being delicious, fresh, and superior to competitors like Dunkin' and Allie's, with many highlighting the friendly, welcoming staff and excellent customer service. The donuts are described as light, airy, and flavorful, with creative options. However, a few negative reviews mention poor service, inconsistent quality, or lack of filling in certain donuts. Some criticize the sweetness or texture, while others feel deceived by comparisons to other brands. Overall, the majority highly recommend the shop for its standout donuts and positive experiences, though a small fraction express disappointment.

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

621 Kingstown Rd

Wakefield, Rhode Island 02879

Hours

Monday 5AM-2PM
Tuesday 5AM-2PM
Wednesday 5AM-2PM
Thursday 5AM-2PM
Friday 5AM-2PM
Saturday 5AM-2PM
Sunday 5AM-2PM

Customer Reviews

Tried this long awaited Wakefield donut location yesterday. I ordered a simple glazed donut and a cinnamon roll. As a point of reference, of all the glazed donuts I?ve ever had, the best is from a regional super market chain (which will remain nameless) and is 99 cents. As another reference point, before retirement, I travel extensively on a weekly basis and tasted a lot of donuts. I do happen to be a minimalist when it comes to food, as an example, I don?t care for PVD donuts (too over the top) This glazed

Wow what a pleasure to have such good and tasty donuts. I'm 59 and I grew up on dunkin donuts and Bess Eaton back in the 70's , when they were made in house,.they were excellent but not now. Now, to the review, excellent made donuts that put a smile on your face!! The chocolate cruller was a 10, glazed jelly was excellent as well as the toasted coconut chocolate.

Very tasty -- one of the best Boston cream donuts I've had -- but also super sweet and very heavy. If that's your preference, then these will be heavenly, and they are certainly tasty even if that's not your preference. A good bagel, too!

Went for RI food fights Donut love fest, we chose the chocolate glazed and apple filled cinnamon donut. The service was quick even though there was a huge line and the cashiers were super nice.

This place has the best bagels locally in my opinion. Everything is good except yall need to calm down with the sugar. 1 sugar is like a heaping tablespoon in my small tea and this happens with every shift. 1/2" pile on the bottom of the small cup. I also ordered no sugar a few times on my way out of town and they put in sugar. My wife and friends all say the same thing about waaaay too much sugar.

I have ordered the same bagel sandwich for weeks and they keep charging me different prices! The last several times it has been $5.40 today..$6.48, wth who is pocketing the difference??? Exact same sandwich! I feel scammed and will no longer be getting it there. The girl at the window was also kinda rude today too. I have never found that here and I love their donuts but feeling pissed off about the price change.

My family requests that we get donut cakes from RI Guys Donuts every year. We all love them!!! We have done the original shaped O but also have had a heart, ?? shaped, and have done letters. The bakers here are so talented and honestly they have to have a pinch of magic up their sleeves..... the donuts last for much longer than average ones. I highly recommend visiting not just for the magical donuts but for the friendly smiles too. I can't wait to visit the new shop!

Wow! URI students are so lucky they have this place on campus. Knew I would love this place because I heard they?re similar to Allie?s which are the real deal. The old fashioned donuts are where it?s at. All regular donuts are only $2. My favorite was the glazed blueberry stick. It was unbelievable! Fried perfectly, great glaze, nice blueberry flavor and the inside had an on-point old fashioned dough. Only $2 and a good size. The other donuts I got was their chocolate old fashioned with chocolate frostin

First experience here and it was a good one! I ordered a donut cake for my daughter?s 5th birthday?ordering over the phone was so easy and it was ready to go at the correct pick-up time. This thing was delicious. The outside was a bit crunchy and the inside was perfectly cooked. It was huge and fun, and the price was great. 10/10 recommend.

We booked RI Guy?s Donuts as our dessert option for our wedding on 10/7/2023. The donuts were AMAZING. We got the classic donut with vanilla frosting and white sprinkles. Our guest could not get enough. The pricing was amazing (even for delivery). Samantha was easy to work with and great at communication. Thank you SO much for helping with our special day!!!!

Had my first Donut from the shop this evening. I had the Maple. Believe me, I have had my share of Donuts. I only compare it with one other bakery in Rutland Vermont, Juniper Rising. Anyway, the Maple Donut was large, light, not yeasty like others I have had. The Maple was the best Donut I have ever had.

Uri Guy?s Donuts in Rhode Island has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its artisanal approach to the classic treat. Here?s a comprehensive review: Ambiance URI Guy?s Donuts offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The shop is bright and clean, with a charming, rustic decor that includes wooden accents and playful donut-themed artwork. The seating area is comfortable, making it a pleasant spot to enjoy a fresh donut and a cup of coffee. The ambiance is casual and family-friendly,

I love a good donut ?? and this place has them! Light and airy! Get their early guys, they do run out at times cuz they?re that good! Be bad 1 morning, and indulge! ?? YOLO

RI guys donuts has been my go to donut place when they opened. Just when I didn?t think they could get better, they did. I ordered a cake for New Year?s Eve, and even set a reminder for me pick it up and forgot. They called to let me know and I was over an hour away. The owner was incredible, she offered to deliver it to my house which was thankfully close by and delivered my cake and an extra one and wished us a happy new year. I venmo?d her plus a tip and I couldn?t be more grateful, they hands down are a

The staff was super friendly. The donut selection was incredible and fairly priced for being large, fresh, handmade donuts. I will definitely be back when in the area

I don't even know how to describe these donuts. There are too many adjectives, lol. They're just amazing!

This team never fails to put a smile on my face. Outstanding customer service, and always fresh donuts. I?ve ordered for personal reasons, and for work events. Highly recommended spot for donuts, and other treats!

Great service. Good food. The glazed raised donut was soft and pillowy. Perfect texture and flavor.

RI Guys Donuts in the absolute BEST in the state. The owner Ryan and his staff are friendly, curious, accommodating, and genuinely care that you have a wonderful experience at the shop. The donuts are second to none. There are a couple well known and iconic donut shops in RI, and I can promise you, RI GUYS beats them ALL second to none. My kids love their donut cakes for every occasion. Ryan just made my son a beautiful baseball donut cake for his birthday and even brought it to me at work because my schedu

Got some doughnuts for the URI Football staff a few weeks back and they were a big hit, not one single doughnut left once they let loose on them!

Heard about this new donut spot in rhode island. Really good and tasty, this needs to be a go to on your donut trek thru Rhode island, Connecticut or Massachusetts. So many good attractions in the area to check out if you are down this way. But make sure you stop here.

Ordered a cake for Xmas Eve pick up and it wasn't ready, had to wait over a half hour! Thought I would try them this year but service was poor, back to Allie's Donuts next year!

Incredible donuts, great service, staff is SO friendly and gives great recommendations! Nice dine-in area too. Will visit again!

The staff here is so sweet! I brought my four-year-old on his birthday to pick up a donut cake and when they heard that it was his birthday they brought out a donut with purple sprinkles all over it since he had said it was his favorite color! Not only was it delicious, it was a wonderful example of how kindness and generosity affects how we feel-a great lesson for a child. Thank you.

Great business where they actually make the donuts on site, and they are fresh and delicious! Never had a bad donut there!

Stopped by for RI Food Fights. The donuts were delicious! Thank you!

Super friendly staff. I definitely recommend the Rhody Slammah, I ordered it with sausage, egg and cheese. It?s my go to .

First time here. The donuts are light and airy. The frosting is not heavy like Dunkin (yuck). Great flavor. Great selection. Staff is very friendly and polite.

So good! They even accommodated a last minute change we requested which was so appreciated. Everyone loved the cake and donuts. Thank you!

I went in with my Fianc? to grab a couple doughnuts before our road trip and was sadly disappointed. Who ever was behind the counter didn?t really look at me when I was ordering just mostly looked at my fianc? and when it was time to pay they stuck there hand out like my fianc? was the one paying which is very sexist I think. Other than that the doughnuts where a 3/5 tasted like any other doughnut I?ve had. The sprinkles on one were very hard like stale so we threw it out. Next time maybe it?ll be better.

Pick up 12p, you get there early and it?s not ready okay. You go back for pick up and they tell you another 15 minutes ! Really, maybe you shouldn?t t have taken so many Christmas orders if you couldn?t keep up. You?re not the only place people have to be today! GET IT TOGETHER!

Good tasting donuts. However, The filled donuts, are NOT filled, period. Very Limited selection. My old fashioned with maple, had very little maple topping. Was excited years ago when this spot opened but it has done nothing but disappoint. Making the customer happy, not on the menu!

Good spot, $20 for a dozen and lots of variety.

Delicious donut cakes! Made a 4 year old very happy for his birthday. Thank you Ryan & Samantha! ??

The best place to start your morning the staff are welcoming ! And the donuts are amazing !

Been seeing the donut cakes at Dave?s and finally broke down and got one. It?s a sweet carb with frosting on it, but aside from the absolute garbage ingredients it tastes like a soft bread, not a donut. Allie?s donut cake blows this away?and their ingredients might not be great either, but at least Allie?s is rich and indulgent and actually tastes like a donut. Sorry guys, I hate to bash local business but it?s an honest review.

GLUTEN-FREE DONUTS! My wife rejoiced! I had the RI Slammah (bacon and egg on a kinda big glazed donut... It was great!). I have always said that college towns have the best food.

Some of the best donuts I've ever had! Extremely friendly staff, helpful and fast. And very cute quaint location. I highly recommend and can't wait to go back

This is the best donut shop in Rhode Island and beyond! This so what good donuts Usta taste like. Fluffy light and airy with just a little bit of crispiness for that fresh fried taste and feeling. Crazy combos and all the standards. This takes me back to when Dunkin? had fresh fried donuts with real frosting. Now they are less than that. I can?t even remember the last time I had a donut from them. But this guy.. this guy is making the real deal. There are a lot of new and trendy donut shops that are either

A nice alternative to Allies which has become overpriced. A really nice offering of doughnuts. Their cake doughnuts are very good and aren't overly dense. Mmmmm doughnuts.

I've been there over a dozen times. Coffee's good but the donuts are absolutely incredibly good. The only reason I don't go back more often is that I would be 400lbs.

Really delicious donuts! They are also well-priced, as are the coffees and breakfast sandwiches (and probably everything on the menu, tbh). Definitely make sure to visit & enjoy!

These look and taste like a lesser quality version of Allie's Donuts, which is perplexing because Allie's aren't that great. From what we had everything was overpriced, stale, not that particularly innovative (which for most mediocre donut shops means sprinkling bits of malt-o-meal on a corn syrup glaze). Don't bother.

It starts with me ordering an iced coffee with mocha. The kid behind the counter seems like this was a laughable request and had the face of a jester, he then questioned my choice and asked where do I see that as if it wasn?t broadly posted on the massive menu hanging over his head. He looks around for a moment to check if anyone else is seeing this as if my order is out of pocket and needs to make sure someone else is hearing this right. He had to check with a coworker to see if they actually did have this

The Rhody Slammah is the best breakfast sandwich I have ever had in my life. The iced chai here tastes like a liquified donut. And everything is so reasonably priced, this is going to be my breakfast spot for a long time to come ??

I come here every morning ! The staff is amazing. The food and coffee is perfect every time! The owners are always so pleasant and kind.

It's not better than allies but the rainbow sprinkle donut is damn close. The chocolate with white frosting is a disappointment. Cruller is too.

Go here instead of Allie?s! MUCH better donuts! And they?re not rude like at Allie?s!

Purchased one of their donut cakes from Dave?s Marketplace. Our family devoured it for dessert and the leftovers were gone by 10 am the next day!

Great donuts! A lot better than their NK competitors!! Much nicer staff, too!

The best donut cake in RI. Fluffy, fresh and a big hit. Highly recommend! I am thrilled we found this place! Cannot wait to go back

Not RI guys donuts, it is Bess Eaton and not as good, felt deceived

This location is closed but they are reopening in Wakefield. Where Bess Eaton "used to be" Grrreatt Donuts :)

Great Donuts and everything else is fantastic yummy. I drive from Warwick to get my fix.

Surly lazy service, expensive stale donuts.

Absolutely love this place! Jennifer is really cool, the donuts are fabulous, and you can hang out here on two levels!

Great selection and very good. Portion sizes are very plentiful would live to see a 4 donut option as well for purchase maybe $7 for 4.

Best donuts I've had in RI.

Amazing donuts! Some of the best I have ever had. And they are large!

The best donut I've had in years, so addictive.

Yummy donut cake for my Grandson 1st Communion. Impressed!

Great counter service and the most delicious donuts!!! I highly recommend a visit!

Best donuts in RI! Must try them you will not be sorry!

Never going to go Dunkin? again if I can help it! This place is cheaper and the donuts are better.

Outstanding! I just had the best chocolate frosted donut ever. Well done!

Best donuts around!!! Drive right past Allie's and make your way to RI Guys!

Best Doughnuts in Rhode Island!!!! Allie's who?

Awesome donuts. Great price too friendly staff.

Best donuts and coffee in the URI area go here.

Delicious, as always!

The ?? we're awesome myself and my coworkers enjoyed them highly recommended ??

When I'm at the emporium and this is open I think "why go to Dunkin for a donut"

Best darn donuts in Rhode Island!

Delicious donuts and excellent customer service.

Just as good as Allie?s without the lines

Owners girlfriend is extremely rude.

Friendly service and great doughnuts

The donut cake was amazing!!!!

My donut wasn't fresh

Hands down THE BEST DONUTS!!!!

The donuts are very good

Delicious and amazing!

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