The Donut Express

The Donut Express

Reviews Summary

The consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with most reviews praising the friendly staff, excellent service, and delicious donuts, kolaches, and breakfast items. Many highlight the speed, kindness, and professionalism of the employees, particularly noting one standout team member. The donuts are frequently described as fresh and the best in town, with specific mentions of blueberry cake donuts and spicy kolaches. A few minor criticisms include small portion sizes or occasional order mistakes, but these are rare compared to the glowing praise. Customers often go out of their way to visit despite other options nearby.

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

628 NE Stallings Dr

Nacogdoches, Texas 75961

Hours

Monday 4AM-12:30PM
Tuesday 4AM-12:30PM
Wednesday 4AM-12:30PM
Thursday 4AM-12:30PM
Friday 4AM-12:30PM
Saturday 4AM-12:30PM
Sunday 4AM-12:30PM

Customer Reviews

The space is clean and has several tables. Staff is friendly and there's plenty of parking. We ordered some old-fashioned donuts, cake donuts, glazed donuts, cinnamon rolls, apple fritters, and kolaches. The donuts are very, very sweet, and the kolaches are nice and soft. Their yeast donuts with chocolate icing and sprinkles are like a glazed donut but better... with extra icing on the top. Overall, it's a good place for donuts.

Outstanding donuts, one of the best I've had in Texas. Light, flaky, wonderful flavor. Had cinnamon rolls, glazed twists, and cake donuts. Each was amazing. Staff was super nice. Got me a place for donuts in Nacadoches ??.

Great tasting donuts ???? and at the best price around.. Shipley donuts got so expensive couldn't afford them anymore.. thank God for The Donut express

Great service, great food. Quick stop for breakfast.

Since it's my first time here I assumed it would be like the others..The customer service was so nice and polite great energy, but the breakfast burrito was the most smallest disappointment I've ever tasted in my life for $2.25 it wasn't worth it...Everything else was wonderful going back soon...

Great food wonderful service very satisfied with them

Not a huge selection of donuts, and if you let them choose them, you'll get the cheapest ones they make. English is not the first language there. It's clean and they were friendly, but not being able to work the register and the slim selection make it a no-return.

Always get me in and out in a hurry, which is great considering I am usually late. ??being a loyal Shipley ?? fan have not liked any other chocolate filling donuts but they now offer the donut holes with the same chocolate as Shipley put inside theirs. The lady at the drive thru was so upbeat and had southern charm wrapped into a Spanish goddess. They gained my business today and going forward, having 7 grandchildren that will be a lot of breakfast before school in the future. Wish I knew the ladies na

Great prices. Great service and the best people. Best donut shop in Nacogdoches by far!

Impressive quickness & diligence to order, super friendly yet positively flash fast with being certain customers receive orders in a very timely manner. Hot fresh & incredible for the price

Orderd donuts and kolachies for a work event and they were fantastic! Even considering that someone accidentally locked my keys in my car that morning and was and hour late! Will be using them for sure in the future but will have to order more pigs in a blanket!

The most perfect donut shop in Nacogdoches!!! SAM is so so nice, the most nicest person you will ever meet at 8am!!! Sam keeps all the customers coming back, she's THE BEST!!! Beautiful smile & always a great attitude!!! People like her are hard to find & lucky to have!!! The other donut shop on Stallings is very close to my house, but I will always drive extra to come here because the service is so great!!! Thank you Sam!!! Keep up the great work!!! Ps. Sam either needs a really big raise or needs to own h

My mom and I did a taste test side by side of multiple donut shops here in Nacogdoches. This donut shop is HANDS DOWN the BEST in Nac. Their glazed donuts are light, fluffy, and perfectly glazed. There is the slightest bit of crisp on the outside which elevates it far and above other donuts in town. Their cake donuts have that delicious crunch on the outside and the flavor is always on point. The donuts were also well presented in the box and were not squished. Well done! This will be the only donut shop I

Got breakfast and donut holes. The employee was very helpful and friendly. The food and coffee was excellent.

We've been stopping here for several years. The donuts and other items are always fresh tasting. The ladies are always pleasant and courteous.

Great little donut shop. Friendly staff! Donuts were delicious!

The ladies are very sweet and fast. Great service! Try the blueberry cake doughnuts!

Very Friendly, Always a Friendly Smile ?? Good donuts and sandwiches . Fair prices. Thank You for being Cheerful and valuing customer service ??

Super friendly and large smiles. Have gone here 3 times now and always feel appreciated. Excellent jalapeno kolaches.

Love this donut shop! They staff is ways friendly and quick. My son and I love the kolaches - so yummy! Thanks for the great service!!

Their apple fritters are not apple fritters.... They're donuts disguised as apple fritters. Everything else is good tho and you always receive service with a smile.

The Apple cider donuts were amazing!! They had fantastic service as well??

The food was delicious. The staff are unbelievable sweet and very friendly. 100% satisfaction here.

Great selection and friendly staff. Community coffee on tap. Hill Country and Earl Campbell sausage kolaches

Friendly staff. Good food most of the time . I like the bacon crossainnt with extra bacon..and old fashion. Must buy at least $3 or bring cash

The greatest donuts in the world, hot coffee, and the ladies who work behind the counter are absolutely beautiful. Hence, the real reason I go.

Staff is amazing and very friendly, they make you feel very welcomed

If ya want some good morning food And a beautiful smiling face this is the place to go!! Second time eating at the Donut Express and it was a joy!!

Standard selection of doughnuts here, but it's fast and very friendly service. You can park in the empty lot next door and avoid the small driveway

Great food! Coffee, soda or cappuccino to get you started in the morning. Opens earlier than a lot of other donut places.

Love this place, donuts are always fresh, staff is always friendly and professional. I will only come here to get my donuts

Fast services. Always generous. Happy. Great attitudes. Best donut shop in Nacogdoches County

This is my favorite doughnut place they have the best pig in the blankets as well as doughnuts and they have the best peach ?? soda and very friendly staff

Super friendly folks food is excellent

Friendly service all the time. Wonderful customer service. Love it??

Best donuts in Nacogdoches! Awesome service from great people!!

Very friendly, fast and they have good donuts and renfro sausage.

The kindest people I've ever been served by... Their Kolaches are addicting!

Love their cinnamon rolls and they are very friendly.

Ask for the doughnut holes with chocolate,...no sprinkles,( Don't worry, it's sweet enough)

Food is always fresh!! Wonderful and very kind staff.

Sweet people working here. Food always good.

Best Donuts in East Texas and people are awesome that work there

Did not like these attitude toward any black or Hispanic custome that came. I won't be going back to this outlet

It's a great place I drive from center, tx 35 minutes away for there Dounuts.

Can never get an order right.

So I'm in high school and it's great for breakfast in a rush and its near it as well

They have good donuts and a great staff

Owners and staff are very friendly! The donuts are delicious!

Everything tasted good and the donuts were fresh and hot.

Just love them all so sweet

The best donuts in town with the sweetest and prettiest owners.

Pretty good food. Donuts and sandwiches. Right off highway.

Very good donuts and very friendly

Good service and pretty faces what's not to like.

I always see a line when I pass by.... Way worth the stop

Fast and the donuts are so light and fluffy. Stop every morning

This is our first stop on the way out of town, best way to fuel up...

Great Donuts. Definitely worth a stop

One a my favorite places for donuts and croissant sandwiches

I get a plain cake donut and a chocolate milk. Yes, chocolate milk is my vice. It could be worse. ??

Husband said that the kalochis had no flavor

Good service and friendly.

Really good people an good breakfast

A good fresh donut for a fair price.

Spicy kolache is awesome!

Always fresh and served with a smile. .

The best people around town

Good donuts very friendly staff

The klotchkes here are the best!

Best donuts in town.

Was very fresh and warm

great taste & service.

Pretty good, convenient.

Fast and friendly service

Best place to get donuts

Everything was great

Good breakfast sandwich

Customer service a 1

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