4. Restaurants

Kane’s Donuts

120 Lincoln Ave, Saugus, MA, 01906
  • (781) 233-8499
  • Store is closed

Kane’s Donuts Menu

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  • G R.

    (This review is solely based on coffee) I'm not a huge doughnut lover but I always came here for their freshly brewed coffee that came in amazing flavors ( maple was my favorite). To my dismay I came here this morning for the coffee to find out that they now sell Peets coffee( A weak chain coffee company with flavor shots). Time to find a new place that has BREWED FLAVOR, not sugary fake tasting flavor shots. Highly dissapointing.

    (1)

  • Christine G.

    omg these donuts are so AMAZING. I went to the location in downtown Boston and i's also great, but the original location has so many OPTIONS AND they're open on sundays. But no seriously these donuts are some of the best donuts I've ever had. They're huge, moist, soft and fluffy. The honey dipped donuts have the best glazing on them - so thick, it adds a nice crispiness to the soft donut. The kronut is also dreamy. I got the banana filled kronut with a little chocolate drizzle. The banana custard wasn't too artificial tasting, the dough was flaky. Like I seriously wish I could go there now and have another donut. They're not cheap, but they're definitely not expensive. You pay for quality, and I would gladly pay good money for these donuts. They have so many options and they're all so delicious I wish this place was next door cause I want one of these donuts everyday - they are my one a day woman's vitamin.

    (5)

  • Alexa F.

    Awesome donuts! I've had the chocolate glazed (true name chocolate honey dip?) very good! Also tried the two varieties of gluten free donuts that they keep separate. Both were awesome! They resembled the honey dip/chocolate honey dip donuts. I'll be back in the future!

    (5)

  • Christina A.

    Huge coffee roll a hit at school function,even got a Groupon in the past. More of a home made product than the dunkins kind. Awesome selections. Thankfully we limit our trips or we may look like donuts,lol

    (5)

  • Jenny R.

    Oh my god! What did I just eat?? So yummy!!! I tried BOTH the maple bacon donut and the lemon filled. So delicious. I can't say much more than that. The texture, the taste and the most delicious I've had (totally competing with Union Square donuts). I loved them!!! A must try. Totally worth the drive there.

    (5)

  • Rick M.

    I can't believe I've never been here before!!! This morning as I was covering a news story about a roof collapse on Lincoln Avenue in Saugus from all this snow we've had dumped on us, I stumbled upon Kane's Donuts. When I got up and brushed my knees off, right there in front of my eyes was the largest assortment of plump - yes I used the word plump to describe them - hot and gooey donuts I've ever seen. Fresh made too. Remember when all donut shops made them this way? Well Kane's still does! I had a hankering for honey dipped, so I went for the Honey Lemon. First bite was like heaven - lemon oozing out from the corners of my mouth. From Arnold's lips to mine: "I'll be back." Next time it'll be Creme Brûlée!

    (5)

  • John P.

    This place should get 5 Stars.......NEVER Ate or SEEN any donut like it in my life. UN Fu$&!? Real. I never knew donuts like this existed.

    (5)

  • Ashley B.

    I loved Kane's before they renovated the place. While it looks great, the sense and feel of what it used to be like is somewhat gone. Kane's makes a great doughnut, but I just cannot justify spending more than $5 for a dozen of donuts. I know that they have to compete with the likes of Dunkin's, but Dunkin's is slowly becoming the McDonalds of the doughnut world... When one goes to a doughnut shop or diner, they expect quick service [after all, doughnuts and coffee are not a stretch to serve], good food and conversation, and good prices. They have the food, but the conversation is missing and the good prices are gone. One thing that bothered me was that the last time I was there, the coffee was not "bottomless." Nowadays, all eateries are doing this, so I hope that this one blunder has been rectified.

    (3)

  • Shir L.

    Since there's no krispy kremes here in Massachusetts, where else could I go for a delcious glazed donut (originals always best in my opinion) Drivng the 45+ minutes is worth it for a fluffy honey dip donut paired with coffee and milk, to satisfy the cravings

    (4)

  • Elizabeth B.

    Best donuts in the world! I have had: PB&J, chocolate, old fashioned, honey dipped, cookies and cream, marble, turtle, snickers, blueberry, raspberry filled, Boston Cream and I'm probably leaving a few out. I crave them every weekend. I love this place. In business since the 1950s - donuts do not get better than this. Oooo and their huge huge coffee roll is to die for!

    (5)

  • Elfego S.

    The donuts are one of a kind here, just a wonderful and fantastic selection. I mean I might just stop buying donuts at dunkin and only buy here now. They also have a good selection in coffee hot and iced. Worth the drive to come up and try them. You will not leave disappointed. Trust me the fat boy in me says yes.

    (5)

  • Amanda B.

    I haven't actually been to this establishment but I was lucky enough for someone to bring these beauties into work on National Donut Day last week...my life since has forever been changed. These are BEASTLY donuts, I mean massive but they are the perfect consistency. The toppings and flavors are creative and fun. I had a small bite of a few different kinds but the classic glazed is out of this world. I hear the line to get in this place on weekends gets INSANE so plan accordingly for your little slice of heaven.

    (5)

  • Dan S.

    Born and raised on these delicious treats.. Decades of awesome.. I personally like the old fashioned cake dense doughnut. But they have some other great stuff on the day to day. Giant coffee roll, cupcakes, etc.... Service is on, fast and to the point... I finally decided to write a review after all these years because it's the right thing to do. Check em out, bring an out of town relative, you will be remembered through the legend Kane's for ever...

    (5)

  • Flavia A.

    Kane's is situated in a suburb of Boston - in the town of Saugus. Unless you have family here, you're probably not going to come to Saugus for any other reason than Kane's. And a good reason it is! Kane's is a quaint popular little spot in a little white house that's been converted into a bakery. The people working there are super friendly and seemingly proud to work there. Most of the people I saw seem to be locals: people having business meetings, old friends meeting up, mother daughter donut runs etc. We had a half dozen. By accident we ended up with all cake donuts plus a creme brûlée. My fave was the chocolate glazed. Classic, simple, just so good. The blueberry crunch was admittedly poorly executed. Too sweet and not very crunchy. The egg nog donut was good, however it tasted more like bubble gum than egg nog. Whatever. The creme brûlée was really very good -- although no "Cointreau" from Blue Star Donuts in Portland, Oregon. Now THAT'S the best creme brûlée donut in the country. Anyway I'll definitely be back -- Fam lives around the corner and making a stop at Kane's is a no brainer! But I'll pass on the very weak coffee. PS I was kicking myself I didn't get in there early enough for a coffee roll or maple bar .. Both sold out. And it was only 10 am so get there early! ;)

    (4)

  • Katie N.

    Everyone is talking about the donuts but I have to say the bacon egg and cheese on a croissant is where it's at! So fresh, bacon is crispy, top notch really. I gave 4 stars because the display of donuts could be better it's hard to see what your choices are.

    (4)

  • Gina M.

    Do not waste your time at Dunkin Donuts. This place has the best donuts! I tried the bismark, maple bacon, and butternut donuts. They were all amazing. The donut was very fluffy and moist. It is worth the drive out of boston to visit Saugus for this treat. However i heard there is a location in the financial area in Boston. Staff and owner were also very nice to us. The owner took time to introduce himself, gave us a brief history of this family buisness. Nice place to take the family for a nice treat. Over 20 kinds of donuts, and muliple coffees and teas flavors.

    (5)

  • Carla S.

    I'm not sure about the hype of this donut shop, however, the service is really friendly. I find the donuts really dense and heavy. I'm used to Ohlins in Belmont, their donuts are fluffy and amazing.

    (3)

  • Mindy T.

    Still the BEST ever! After moving to NYC and trying a bunch of other donut shops here, nothing will ever compare to my love for Kane's. Came here on Sunday morning and the line was out the door. We were lucky it was a nice day out because we enjoyed the outdoor seating while the weather was still beautiful. Had to get my go-to, apple fritter. Phenomenal as usual. Also tried the Sam Adams Pumpkin Ale donut. WOW! Amazing! Service is fast and some of the employees will not want to deal with all the questions, but just get whatever looks good and keep the line moving! All the donuts are delicious!

    (5)

  • Tracy B.

    So I was sitting around like a fat kid on Yelp yesterday and looking at pics from Kanes, Mike's, Modern - just looking & craving a Cannoli & Some Donuts... and I came across my review of Kanes... Which brought to my attention a message I received from the owner from YEARS ago - I dont ever recall seeing this message before & I tried to respond, but the message must be soo old that I cannot... Which prompted me to come here to re-review, because I have NO Idea why I would have given Kanes a 3?! I love Kanes... Im here often - the only downside of this place is the parking, but the Donuts make up for that totally... The BF is a HUGE fan of the Snickers (make sure you get to a cool space right away if purchased in the summer) There are TOO many options to name here - but trust me they are all worth trying. The caramel Apple is one of my faves... So to the owner & your message, my apologies for never responding sooner, but I cannot understand why I would have given a 3... So no worries, Kanes is a fave & my Updated Review will reflect the true # that should have been given! Again, Parking aside - this place is a solid 5... Dont be scared of the line - It moves FAST!!!

    (5)

  • Karen N.

    As someone that grew up on the north shore, I know it's surprising that I had never been here....until now. The donuts were unbelievable. I brought my 4 year old daughter with me and I had the best French crueller of my life. We brought home a few other donuts and they were delicious. It also struck me that every employee there seemed happy and genuinely glad to be there. I just wish the prices weren't quite so steep!

    (4)

  • Vezna S.

    Came here a little close to their closing time so I shouldn't be surprised that they were running out of stock of their donuts. My Italian friend said she came here 3 years ago and wanted to come back again so we stopped by. The place was pretty dirty.. the floors were covered with large crumbs but it was at the end of the work day so I can't blame them for the mess. The staff were pretty nice. I got the chocolate coconut donut and it was pretty tasty. They even had rectangular pizza slices there in the donut shop which surprised me. There was also a lot of other pastries that I may try out during my next visit.

    (4)

  • Paula P.

    Only wish they had a lo-cal donut!! GREAT donuts. The best around anywhere! If you haven't had a Kane's donut, I recommend you plan on getting there. AMAZING.

    (5)

  • Joshua W.

    Has to be the best donuts on the planet. Only 1 mile from where I live and it's a struggle not to go in everyday!

    (5)

  • C L.

    Best donuts in the world! Wow, I mean really great. Glad I finally found this place.

    (5)

  • Eric And Arisa C.

    I have to say, this place is the best donut shop within a 30 mile radius of Boston, hands down. We just moved from San Diego and have been on the hunt for a truly worthwhile reason to justify weekend donut runs - after 3 months of searching and 9 donuts shops later, we've ended our hunt with Kane's. HIGHLY RECOMMEND: The Blueberry Maine Donut -crisp, crunchy outside with a soft, flavorful inside The Butternut: -amazing toasted coconut, light and fluffy inside with a sweet but not too sweet flavor, perfectly balanced Apple Fritter: -it's like a cinnamon roll and an apple pie had a baby. It's soft and full of pure deliciousness Let me preface my 5-stars with this, these are not the donuts we are used to, this rating is based on comparing these donuts to those in the state of Massachusetts. We are used to California donuts, which, when you find the right shop (usually a hole in the wall run by an Asian family that's been there for generations), these donuts blow your mind. They are so light, airy, fluffy, soft, and flaky - on top of being texturally perfect, they are also FULL of so much perfect, balanced flavor, so much so, you could eat 5 full-size donuts without feeling like you've just eaten anything but sweet air. They're dangerous, really. Kane's donuts have a denser texture, but not a bad density - they are so well done. All the other shops we went to, their donuts left our mouths with a cakey, dry unpleasant finish. With Kane's donuts, every bite was full of beautiful, honest flavor that finished with a feeling of total satisfaction.

    (5)

  • Jonny C.

    Look.......... Fuck your trendy, new to the bandwagon donut shit. Kane's been did 'dat. When Homer Simpson drooled for a donut, it was Kane's. When Stephen Hawking was intrigued by his (Homer's) donut shaped universe theory, it was Kane's. When Abel's Donuts opened shop across town, it was Kane's who killed it, with biblical proficiency. (white lies help hyperbole, deal with it) Kane's is the greatest purveyor of donutry the world has ever seen. I dare your Union Square hipsterage to put out 3 dozens types errrrrydayyy. Orchard cider. Turtle. Ocktoberfest. Orange Crembrule. Escargot..... Classic, hipster, inventive, glutardesque....they does it right at Kane's. So please, if you love donuts, commence the suburban pilgrimage and take your chubby ass to a residential street in Saugus. Prepare for a fender bender in the parking lot, which is noteworthy in that it was laid out by a drunken Ray Charles. Donutriffic- no funk fakin' involved.

    (5)

  • Renea H.

    Best donuts ever!!! I am so tired of seeing dunks everywhere!! Everyone who works here always has a smile on their face. Love the fact that this is a family owned business as well. We drive all the way from Bedford.

    (5)

  • Dedania M.

    They have the best donuts hands down! Once you come here, you'll never want to turn back to Dunkin Donuts ever again. They have a whole selection of yummy donuts to fulfill your taste buds and they also offer drinks as well! Their parking is a bit small but overall, it's a cute place with amazing donuts. I honestly try to make all of my friends go here because it is so worth the drive. PLEASE GO HERE.

    (5)

  • Grace C.

    A coworker always brings in Kane's when we have potlucks/breakfasts at work. I really like their toasted coconut and I tried their maple bacon doughnut. I haven't been to the store myself, but if i were in the neighborhood, I'd definitely go and pick them up myself.

    (4)

  • Jen S.

    Go here. Go here right now. I can promise you, unless an unforeseen tragedy happens en route, there is absolutely no way on God's green earth that you could regret the decision to get a doughnut from Kane's. Now, I consider myself a bit of a doughnut connoisseur - in fact, instead of cake at my wedding: doughnuts. Instead of drowning my sorrows in mac n cheese: doughnuts. In any situation at all whereby I feel the need to reverse a full week's workout: doughnuts. Every time. These are - hands-down the most delicious doughnuts in all the land, and I will travel here for doughnuts no matter how long it takes me or how many people are crowding the place. When I was on a mission to find the best doughnuts in Massachusetts for my wedding, I tried doughnuts from eight different places within a 25 mile radius of Boston. They were all very good, some better than others, but Kane's was the first place I tried, and I went back in between every other shop for comparison purposes... who am I kidding - I just wanted more. EAT THEM.

    (5)

  • Adriano N.

    If you have not tried one of their doughnuts then try one and I guarantee you that from that moment on the thought of one of their delicious doughnuts will cause you to salivate. I like to think of myself as a health conscious person but I won't hesitate to cheat on my diet with one of their doughnuts. Hands down the best doughnuts around; the best I have ever tasted anyway. I would like to give tips on which ones are the best but I have yet to try one that was not delicious although if you do not get there early you may miss out on some of the variety of flavors.

    (5)

  • Bubba M.

    Not a bing donut fan BUT they do have quite a selection I've never had one here but I have had their muffins and coffee hence why 4 stars instead of 5 the muffins are good and coffee is strong to my liking their massive coffee rolls look great tempted to try one someday for a breakfast get-together.

    (4)

  • Tulani V.

    Can you say wholly super huge cinnamon bun? At Kane's the donuts and pastries are definitely on steroids. There are super sized treats and every donut imaginable is made on premises. You have to get here early because the shop closes early.

    (5)

  • John M.

    About 35 years ago I moved to Saugus from Revere. It was my first Sunday in town so I decided to try out that donut place on Lincoln Ave. I showed up and found the place closes on Sunday. "What!!! how can any respectable donut shop close on Sunday". Well they did so I was stuck going to DD. The next week I went on Saturday morning. Well they were "Fabulous". When I got to be about 45 I was diagnosed with Diabetes II ( probably from all the Donuts) so I had to limit my Donut consumption to special occasions. Well I was never a big fan of Italian Birthday cakes so I asked my Adult son who lived in Salem to pick up a dozen Jelly's to bring to Nonie's home in Revere where we would be celebrating. I only wish that they could make donuts that would taste this good and stay fresher longer. John From Salisbury

    (5)

  • Amylee D.

    So, my husband brought this giant coffee roll cake home one morning forever ago. Before he opened the box he said that I couldn't ask where it was from because he wouldn't tell me (because he KNEW I would go to eat this all the time). It was pretty insane. I wanted to eat the whole damn thing myself, but it's huge, so we threw it out after I made a fat kid outta myself, so as not to be tempted again--it's that good. Yesterday I was driving and thought about it again. Today, I am sitting at the computer and I said to my husband, "hey, where was that giant coffee cake thing you got me one morning from?" All he said was that it was a coffee roll. I slyly googled "coffee roll Lynn Ma" and up popped the Saugus Kane's Donuts. I said, "was it Kane's Donuts?" He said, "I dunno," and tried to hide his smile. I laughed. Honestly, I am writing this review so that I do not forget where the place is, lol, for the future (or tomorrow...). I don't know anything else about this place, but I hope to, in the future (or tomorrow...). Enjoy!

    (5)

  • D A.

    Donuts are 5 stars...haven't tried anything else. Always fresh...always a good selection. Lines move quickly. Staff is friendly-ish and keep things moving. $15.95/dozen

    (5)

  • Queenie B.

    Absolutely amazingly awesome. The way donuts should be. If u want to treat yourself, don't go to some half-rate chain donut store definitely come here. It's worth the drive! Bring the coffee roll to your next morning event & everyone will be psyched.

    (5)

  • Nancy C.

    I am so glad I found this place through yelp as I was looking for good eats in good ol' Saugus, MA! Definitely slightly off the beaten path, but well worth the drive. Friendly staff, good coffee. I bought half a dozen home to my folks in Chicago and went through the trouble of protecting the donut box like a baby through my flight home because it was THAT good. I really liked the maple bacon doughnut! So savory and sweet. Yums.

    (5)

  • Alyssa C.

    My boyfriend and I moved to Melrose nearly two years ago, and when we first moved in, we went to Kane's almost every weekend. It is such a fun place - the old timey donut shop atmosphere is a unique experience, not to mention the donuts are the best I have ever had! My favorite is the plain old glazed donut, although I love the variety of flavors that they have, including red velvet, Maine Blueberry, and other seasonal donuts including Caramel Apple and Pumpkin.

    (5)

  • Paula R.

    I picked up 20 doz assorted donuts this week for our employees. WOW! What a win for our team--all day long everyone commented on how delicious they were--from the peanut butter and jelly to the bacon topped donut and a red velvet in between--all outstanding comments. Thanks Kane's for being part of our employee appreciation treat!

    (5)

  • Harry H.

    Approaching 60 years in business, its reputation precedes it. The price - $1.35 - puts Dough in NYC to shame, but the taste can waver below it with some flavors. Went with a half-dozen to help with the drive home to NY, savoring the awesome texture and lightness in these satisfying, redefined donuts: raspberry-filled - best I've had honey dipped spectacular - on another level banana cream nutella - phenomenal butternut - superb choc butternut - meh turtle (turtle is typically caramel chocolate and pecan or almonds, but here they use toffee and scoff at you even asking the composition...after all that, it was remarkably too heavy for a donut, an impressive feat, and a shame given the lightness of their others) If not for the incompetent senior center bus driver unable to park in the too-small lot, the over eager customers who clearly visit a few times too often, the unacceptably dangerous roads around Kane's, and the police escorts for normal-sized trucks clogging our entrance AND exit, I'd be back often. (It's been on my list since I created a Yelp account, and sadly skipped the $5 for $10 Livingsocial deal 10.11 and Groupon $10 for $20 1/12.) Will be eager to try the Boston outpost, hopefully no more than double the price, and just as fresh, but would never drive back here despite how good they were (props on the 3:30am opening though). Most of the donuts are an easy 5, but there are some misses, so gotta go 4.

    (4)

  • Jacqueline C.

    Great variety. I love the honey-dipped donut! Came here on a Sunday morning at6:30am and there were already some people here sitting chatting and eating. I was gonna get the coffee roll too but the real size is way bigger than the one in pictures. So I got the apple crunch, pumpkin, pistachio, honey dipped,honey jelly and the cider donut . For some reason one of the donuts taste like coconut ; they probably got a wrong one for me. Overall, they were good but nothing super special. I expected a WOW based on the reviews on yelp. I like the dough and variety in union donut more. But if I'm around the Saugus area I probably will return and try out other flavors.

    (4)

  • Diane G.

    Donuts please! Didn't find out about this place until I read an article in a food magazine. This is a great cheat on your diet kind of a place. Yes it's a donut place but don't look down on the breakfast sandwiches and the fact that they sell local milk just a great bonus. The staff at any hour are a delight and are patient when you can't decide between all the goodness. The wall of donuts is split between cake donuts and yeast raised. They have the simply classic glazed to the maple bacon. They are known for the basketball sized coffee roll plus they have a full case of muffins, cupcakes, cookies and goodies. I have come to realize this place is a staple in the area.

    (4)

  • Bela S.

    If these guys have been around longer than Dunkin, why isn't there a Kane's on every corner?!?? Seriously the best donuts I've ever had. Period. End of story. No questions. We got half a dozen donuts; maple bacon, honey drizzle, Boston cream, apple spice, chocolate chocolate, chocolate coconut. All we FRESHas can be. The risk you take at Dunkin is getting a stale donut. Nothing like that here. And these are almost twice the size! We also grabbed a red velvet muffin chock full of chocolate chips. My seven year old niece ate the whole thing on her own! Coffee is good too. But they don't stock skim milk. Only 1%. Too bad. But that's not enough for me to even knock a star. These are some seriously delicious donuts. Forget about Dunkin'. You want Kane's.

    (5)

  • S. J.

    Never had better donuts. Kane's is gourmet bakery quality with cheaper than chain prices. Sorry, but these make Dunkin' Donuts donuts seem like airplane food or worse. Plenty of far more creative flavors, too. Cookies & Cream looks a little better than it tastes, while the coffee cake seems like a dud but will give your tastebuds something to dream about. Seriously. I don't care if you don't like coffee cake. Others are sad, sad excuses for coffee cake. This one is king. The Boston Cream also exceeds expectations -- this pick is no tourist trap; it's edible gold. There's also a maple bacon whose scent beckons to you from across the room. Blueberry is badass. The apple caramel will remind you that America is actually a great place overall after all. No, I didn't pig out on all these at once. Co-workers have brought these into the office several times. Today's my first trip to the Saugus shop. Had the egg, sausage, and cheese croissant -- obviously better than D&D's, though not on par with the donuts and coffee cake. Basically, give yourself a break from the cupcakes (so last year, amIright?) and try one when you're not in the mood to be healthy.

    (5)

  • Travis A.

    So, I've heard about Kane's for years, but never stopped by until this morning. So glad I did! I originally intended to just get one or two donuts, but when I saw their awesome-looking selection, I ended up getting a half-dozen. So far, I've had their Chocolate Cronut and half of a Raised Coconut Donut. I've never had a Cronut before, so can't compare theirs to others, but it was great! I'll be back to try their other varieties!

    (5)

  • Michael S.

    Someone brought a box of these into work... and it was so good I had to write a Yelp review about it. So here goes... 'yummy dooooonuts'.

    (5)

  • Benjamin M.

    Great community-minded local ownership. You've seen all the glowing reviews of the doughnuts, now go on in and enjoy!

    (5)

  • Jeremy M.

    WOW. Just WOW. Delicious donuts of every size (coffee roll is huge) and shape. Expect a wait, but accept it as a small price to pay for sugary delights aplenty.

    (5)

  • Jasmin V.

    Busy place during the morning. Small private parking lot. Easy street parking. -Honey dip donut: Good but nothing special. -Snickers donut: Very sweet, a little too much sugar. -Turtle donut: Good but not what I imagined for a turtle donut. Not much nuts more caramel. Donut are good but did not blow me away. Maybe I expected more. Better than Dunkin Donuts but not that original most are standard flavors.

    (3)

  • Melissa F.

    Best donuts in Boston. Family owned and the donuts are always fresh. They recently switched to Peet's Coffee which is good. The breakfast sandwiches are surprisingly delicious too. Staff is friendly and they are really engaging on social media too, which I appreciate in a local business.

    (5)

  • Jason A.

    Why 3 stars? Simple. We start out at 5 stars for the photo of Cathy S. that she kindly uploaded to Yelp for us. She looks like she is in the middle of taking an enormous shit while chomping down on her blueberry donut. Seriously, that photo alone is worth a 6th star. Drop 1 star for the absolute shitshow organization inside. Like this is worse than Mike's Pastry Shop disorganized. 4 staff members, all yelling "Who's next???" while confused customers look at each other. How about this for constructive criticism: Kane's, please just have people take a number like at the deli. If it works for Stop & Shop, it'll probably work for you too. Drop 1 more star because you have to be 6'2 to see over the front display counter to pick out what donuts you want. Unless I missed the memo, and only Boston Celtic players ate at Kane's, why the fuck is your display counter so tall? My wife, who is 5' on a good day had to hop up and down in order to see what the bottom 2 rows of donuts were. Drop 2 stars for the fact that the girl who picked out our donuts touched one with her bare hands, and didn't think twice about it. Look. I get it. You're 17, and working this job so that you can go Dutch with little Timmy on your big date this Friday night at the movies. But I have no fucking desire to consume the bacteria that you have because I know what you and little Timmy were doing when you both got a little hands-y on that date. And finally... plus 1 star for (as everyone has said), the deliciousness of the donuts. We got 6. And my wife ate 4 by the time we got home. So if you live in Saugus, I can understand you stopping by Kane's Donuts. But if you don't, it's not worth more than a 15 minute drive.

    (3)

  • Di L.

    I love Kane's Donuts. All of them. They make the best old-fashioned sour cream-glazed donuts I have tasted this side of the Mason-Dixon Line, and I wants to nom them until I get diabetes from too much donut-nomming. KD is just my type of EXTREME. I used to get the ginormous coffee rolls for my students before their midterms, so I know for a fact that one of these can feed 50 people. Plus, they are open so early and close so late that they might as well just be open 24 hours a day and save money on locks. My only complaint is that KD is out in the butt end of nowhere and I can't go to there as often as I want to. Why? Why must you tease me so?! KAAAAAANE!!! *shakes fist*

    (4)

  • Douglas C.

    I love your Donuts alway have. But not a big fan of your coffee. You changed brands New England was a better Coffee. I don't understand if it's not broken why fix it? I'll still buy your donuts . But will make my own coffee.

    (5)

  • annie s.

    Creme brûlée and maple bacon donuts are great!!! I stopped by on a Monday for my first visit. I arrived around 1pm and they were out of most donuts. But I got the turtle and snickers donuts... Delish! My most recent visit I got the Creme brûlée and maple bacon donuts. Holy moly!!! These are some of the best donuts I've had. Do yourself a favor and go to Kane's in Saugus when you're in the Boston area.

    (5)

  • Jocelyn G.

    Went here with a groupon to use but got there too late to get the cinnamon rolls that I wanted. Got glazed donuts and a few others instead. The groupon didn't work, but that wasn't their fault...some kind of snafu at Groupon. The donuts were tasty, but I would definitely get their early. Handmade donuts seem to go stale a little faster than DnD...probably because they use real ingredients.

    (4)

  • Jeff M.

    Where to begin? There is a reason this has been voted one of the best donut shops in the entire country. Find me a better donut and I'll attempt to have you institutionalized. You crazy son, crazy as a soup sandwich! The only drawback here is that it can get crowded because the ordering counter is kinda small. Standard for a donut shop like a ubiquitous Dunks on every corner of most Mass towns but this place probably does triple the volume of those shops so it would be nice if they were a tad bigger, that's all I am sayin'. Anyway, the good outweighs the bad 100 to 1. If it is crowded on a weekend morning like it usually is when we are there, just take your box outside while basking in the sun, chowing on some Snickers-friggin-donuts! Don't like Snickers, how about Oreo? Or M&M's? It should almost be illegal to feed someone this much sugar before 9 AM but hey.....you're only going to go once or twice a month at most, right? Live a little. I've had naughty dreams about some of these donuts. Most involve heading to Revere Beach after grabbing a quick dozen, taking off my shirt and then instead of using suntan lotion, I break open the box of delicious hoops and begin rubbing them all over my body in an attempt to ward off harmful rays. I then wake up in cold sweats wondering where the hell I am and get upset when I realize I'm in my own bed and not in Kane's back kitchen making this all a reality. Skip the 57,000 calorie coffee "roll" and just pick up the widest variety of doughy nutz this side of Inglewood, CA and Randy's. Follow that up with a short ten mile walk back into Boston to burn off said calories. The end.

    (5)

  • Melissa H.

    The Red Velvet donut is to die for! Make sure to get one for now and one for later. You'll be so happy to have a plain glaze around 4:00 p.m. for a nice pick me up. My dad had a plain cake donut and enjoyed it also. The Hazelnut iced coffee was good and strong! We will be returning soon!

    (5)

  • Linda T.

    I love Kane's yummy products, but the people that work there could use some MAJOR customer service skills. I've been at times when its very busy and the line is out the door, and times when I'm the only one in line. The counter people are just plain RUDE. They act like they are doing you a favor by waiting on you. I went in on a Friday afternoon, the tables were full, but the counter didn't have one person waiting. It still took 3 people about 5 minutes to ask if they could help me. I just don't understand their sense of superiority towards their customers.

    (3)

  • M A.

    I'm not a donut person, but those ones over there are "Ohhhhh!!!" OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! Close your eyes to every single bite and get the ultimate goodness out of the experience! Don't be shy. Go ahead! The fact that they treat you like family the second you walk in bundles up the entire experience!

    (5)

  • Irwin F.

    Kane's is one part of the holy trinity of independent donut shops in Mass., the others being Donna's Donuts in Tewksbury and the (dearly departed) Mike's Donuts in Everett. Kane's serves the real deal, so there is no way to mistake their donuts with the factory-produced hockey pucks you get at Dunkin Donuts (Fred the Baker is rolling around in his grave). Your first reaction when you walk in is "I'll take one of everything." And there are no wrong choices here. Everything is awesome, from the chocolate honeydipped to the glazed to the pinnacle of donut perfection....the glazed jelly. They obviously put a lot of love into every donut they make. And unlike some other independent donut shops like Demets in Medford, Kane's actually still sells donuts after 8:00 am. You can go there at 12:00 pm on a weekend and they still actually have donuts on the shelves. Service is friendly and the place is clean. Thankfully it is a 30-minute drive or else I would be 50 pounds heavier.

    (5)

  • Jim S.

    After seeing Kane's Donuts featured on Chronicle one night, my wife and I decided to drive to Saugus (from Haverhill) and give these homemade donuts a try. They were just ok. Too cakey (sp?) and heavy for my liking. I would have loved to try another variety as my second donut, but I was full after one.

    (3)

  • Caroline J.

    The actual best donuts I've ever had. Shared a half dozen with some friends, and they were amazing. Worth the drive and the wait in line out the door.

    (5)

  • Marie M.

    I grew up in Saugus. One of my best memories was getting Kane's donuts on a Sunday morning. They truly are the BEST!

    (5)

  • Richard C.

    You love donuts. Every kind, every shape, every flavor! Then you die and end up in donut heaven. You're in Kane's!!! After dealing with the corporate blandness of Dunkin's or Honeydew, what a pleasure this place is. You can hardly lift a box of a dozen donuts. They are all hand- made, use the freshest of ingredients, and you can taste the love. They are not cheap, but they are so satisfying. It's the difference between a burger at McDonald's and a burger at a steak house. These are the Cadillac of donuts. At 5:30 in the morning, there is a line. But the counter people move quickly, yet are very patient when people just can't decide. And there's more! Their assorted pastries and muffins are great. Huge and flavorful. And if you want huge, get the coffee roll. It can easily feed 10-12 people. Quick note: they make outstanding pies, order at least a week early for holidays so you won't be disappointed. And take it from many personal experiences: when you show up at someone's door with a box that says "Kane's" on it, you'll be the most popular person at the party!

    (5)

  • Damien S.

    I had one of those headaches that are called headaches even though you really just feel it in your eyeballs and at the bridge of your nose which are both on your head technically, but your head is your skull, right, so I'd actually call it a faceache if anything but anyway. The pain was astounding and had me dizzy to the point of falling over, so I laid my throbbin' noggin down on a big, cushiony pillow and passed out to dreams of chocolate rivers, jelly volcanos and mountain climbers scaling monumental cupcakes with snowy peaks of icing and fondant. And in this land o' candy and pastries, I crossed a peppermint bark street without looking both ways and was hit by a cocoa Cadillac cruising at on outrageous 7mph. There are gummy children in this neighborhood! But it was a warm day, so the car crumpled before I did, ejecting its Chocolate Buttercrunch radials upward and outward, and into my "Oh noooo!" open mouth which closed and opened over and over until the tire had disappeared. Now, with the sweet taste of expertly crafted donut in my craw, I turned my attention to the Yield sign, ignored by the Caddy's captain and glistening in the butterscotch sun. One bite, and it proved to be a most addictive honey dipped donut, which made sense as I was in the Donut district of Donutville. Right by the donut store. Y'know, Kane's Donuts? I went back for another piece of that Yield sign and noticed the sun glowing brighter and brighter and brighter until finally... I woke up. And when I did, I noticed my pillow was gone. Only it wasn't a pillow. I had actually fallen asleep on Kane's honey dipped donut, because it's that big, and had actually eaten Kane's honey dipped donut, because even asleep, it's that addictive.

    (5)

  • Rachel P.

    Kane's Donuts has the most creative flavors you can imagine... Baklava, Snickers, Cookies n Cream, the list goes on! Definitely worth the visit. Always a treat to stop by.

    (5)

  • George R.

    Great arrive, great donuts and a real family oriented business that is patriotic and kind!!!

    (5)

  • John O.

    I'm the first to admit that I'm not a huge fan of sweets...But these donuts rocked my world. The honey dip and the maple are my current favorites. Do yourself a favor and check this place out.

    (5)

  • Mike G.

    Ya know, I grew up in revere...been going to kanes since I was a kid...today I went in there with my girlfriend (it was her first time), after raving how good the donuts were etc etc.... we go in there...they were out of a lot of product..the place was crowded and there was no formal line we waited 10 minutes to order...then another lady just waltzes in the door, and the clerk just starts taking her order....takes the last donut my girlfriend wanted... we finally waited another 5 minutes being ignored and then got to order. The donuts we got were dry and not appetizing at all. Clerk was not friendly and rushed us. Not sure if I will come back or not... unacceptable....

    (2)

  • Sam T.

    They have the best doughnuts I've ever tasted, you must try them. Enough said.

    (5)

  • John D.

    Yo these donuts are mad good. That's why their name has the word donut in it. Where else can you wake up at 4am craving donuts? You want plain donuts, please go to a typical donut place. You want something to fulfill your wonderful, chocolately cravings? Kane's the place to go. I've been here twice, always buying myself a donut... maybe 2 sometimes. Boston Cream donut. First time I was there... sold out ): Make sure you get there early to get your hands on one of these limited time offer donuts. I was so sad... But 2nd time I was there, there was about like 4 left! I was tempted to order 2 LOL. Didn't want others to suffer the way I did the 1st time I was there. That's just how good these are doe. It's not too sweet, not too little filling, not too much chocolate, and not to much filling. I can say the best Boston cream donut ever man. I've tried the Turtle, Creme Brulee, and some Apple one. Boston cream still the best. $9 for 1/2 dozen of Kane's Donuts? I'm sold. Bought 6. No regrets.

    (5)

  • Dan M.

    I haven't here since my son was born (2 and change), but Kane's is seriously the most wonderful place on the planet. Giant, delicious donuts. It's a great place to sit down with friends and share a half dozen. Enjoy a no-frills coffee. The honey glazed is my favorite, but I also really enjoy their butternut and coconut. They have a Boston crème style don't, though they might call it a custard-filled. don't quote me on that. My wife "like" the chocolate glazed, but she says it isn't chocolate-y enough.

    (5)

  • Dave A.

    Best Donuts I ever had!!

    (5)

  • Jason F.

    i have been wanting to check this place out for a while and finally went on Sunday. Unlike my other donut place Twin DO-nuts, it looks like Kane's make their donuts throughout the day since we got there at noon and they were still stocked. i got the reese's doughnut, for 1.75 and it was amazing, and huge! love this place, i will be back! the staff was also really nice, very helpful!

    (5)

  • Dave F.

    The best! Last time I went there it was so late in the day the only flavors they had left weren't appealing to me. I wouldn't have gotten them had it been anywhere else. Guess what?! They were all great.

    (5)

  • Bill B.

    Kane's donuts is a true 5 star place. Donuts are by far the best I've ever had. The only way to describe the place is that it's OFF THE CHAIN!!!!

    (5)

  • Sam G.

    The place opens at 3:30am. That is real donut integrity. These rival Union Square Donuts. Man, I just love that they're open so late. I had some kind of apple thing right out of the oven. Sublime. These rival the "gourmet" donuts out there and are wicked cheap. Nice lady working there, too.

    (4)

  • Shaundree D.

    This place is the real deal! My husband and I saw Kane's featured on the Travel Channel and decided to take a weekend road trip to Boston that included a stop here. We were so glad we did because these donuts were among the best that we have ever had. All of their donuts and pastries are handcrafted works of art. This place is also one of the warmest, welcoming establishments that we have ever been to. The owner was super friendly and he and his staff take pride in their products and it shows in their quality, variety, and scrumptiousness. My favorite was the creme brulee and my husband is in love with the cookies and cream. If we lived near this place we'd be in serious trouble......

    (5)

  • Patrick H.

    Believe the hype. Heed the call. Trust what you have heard. Kane's Donuts is the real deal. There may be donuts just as good as Kane's somewhere, but there isn't a better one out there. So many choices. If you want to gussy up your donut with nuts and caramel and peanut butter and chocolate and whatever else comes to mind, you have that option and you will NOT be disappointed. As for me... I like to keep it simple. That Honey-dipped donut is "crack-addictingly" good. However, If I'm really feeling froggy... it's hard to beat the Creme Brulee donut. A cream filled donut topped with sugar which is then bruleed just like the famous dessert. It's every bit as naughty as that sounds. Guilt never tasted so good.

    (5)

  • John S.

    We drove nearly an hour to check this place out, and it was worth the drive! These may have been the best donuts I have ever had, and I've had a lot of donuts. My brother in law says they are the best he has ever had. And it isn't just that they are good; they have unique ones too. I had a pistachio glazed (the glaze was pistachio flavored with bits of the nuts in the topping) that was out of this world. Kane's gets my top recommendation!

    (5)

  • Victoria B.

    This place rules! Great neighborhood gem. I live right down the street and have been getting Kane's donuts all my life! Some of the best donuts I have ever tasted. The coffee rolls can feed a small army and they are delicious!!! I'm also a huge fan of the jelly donuts (don't knock it unless you've had a Kane's jelly donut because they are so fresh and sweet and delicious) I highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys things done right and a very good donut. Service is always wonderful and hey the coffee ain't bad either.

    (5)

  • Ambrose C.

    Are you looking for some of the best doughnuts in the somewhat decent state of Massachusetts? If you said yes, this place may have your answer. A girl that I know went to this place very early during a Sunday morning, and delivered a large box filled with doughnuts to me and a few other decent but good guys, a few nice girls and a few nice ladies. We opened the box, and there were a variety of doughnuts. One doughnut is really big, about 13.5 cm wide, and about 5 cm thick, using rough estimates. Since each doughnut was fairly big, we cut them up into pieces and ate them like cakes. Some of the flavors I remember having were the Honey Dipped, the Chocolate honey dipped, the Nut Crunch, and this chocolate doughnut that was covered with pieces of the Heath candy bar. The honey dipped doughnuts had this amazing soft chewiness on the inside, and the flavor had this nice sweetness. As for the Nut Crunch, it also had that same tasty chewiness on the inside, and I liked the slight nutty sweetness on the outside. The chocolate variety doughnuts were also great, almost better than eating a freshly baked chocolate cake. All of us really enjoyed the doughnuts, but also felt a little heavier and a little unhealthy after eating them. Half of a doughnut, with a glass of nice fresh cold milk should be enough for a sweet breakfast, and could fill up the stomach of a somewhat lanky young adult man who is not a teenager, but younger than the age of 29. If you want an even more detailed explanation on how good these doughnuts actually are based off my experiences, here's your answer: One doughnut from this place is probably 5 times tastier than a doughnut made in a Dunkin Donuts in the somewhat decent State of Massachusetts, 4 times tastier than a doughnut made in a Honey Dew Donuts in the somewhat adequate but low taxing State of New Hampshire, 3 times tastier than a doughnut made from a Krispy Kreme in the very plebeian and somewhat rough Southern State of Louisiana (I actually had a great time there), and quite possibly 2 times tastier than a doughnut made from a Tim Hortons* in the slightly better but cooler Province of Ontario (more specifically, within the "GTA", since Ontario is a big Province). *Tim Hortons are a large chain of doughnut and coffee shops that are extremely popular in a somewhat better country called Canada and are very popular for Canadians who actually need coffee so they can do things such as checking emails on their Blackberries. From how I described the doughnuts that this place makes, they are definitely better than the doughnuts made in all the major doughnut retailers I have visited so far. They also make this really big pastry, called a coffee roll, and I was able to have a few pieces after a friend's girlfriend made the trip to get some desserts during a dinner I had with some people that I know. It looks like a cinnamon bun, and it is more than 30 cm wide and almost 8 cm thick. It is a great alternative to the doughnuts and one roll, cut into small pieces should be enough to feed 6-8 people wanting a light breakfast with a good amount of cold milk. It was also very tasty, with that nice soft chewiness on the inside, and a nice sweetness on the inside. The texture is very similar to the doughnuts. According to the girl that I know, she told me that it opens at 3:00 AM, so I could understand why police officers who are working during the night would want to come here. It closes early in the afternoon, making this place more of a breakfast place. It's also located in Saugus, a town that is about 35 minutes North of Boston, so you need to drive a car to get here. Overall, this is probably one of the best places to get a doughnut in Massachusetts. It is also the type of place that you should only go once in a long while, and not often. Although they are really tasty, eating a lot of these doughnuts and pastries from here are also not very healthy for you, and I would strongly recommend that you have a really good exercise routine after eating. After eating a few pieces of the coffee cake from this place, I actually did a one hour intense exercise routine, and I felt significantly better.

    (4)

  • Ben P.

    One uniform price for large, specialty donuts?? It's too much. My wife and I split 4 donuts because we really, really these like donuts. I didn't expect to eat two and half in one sitting, but I could not stop. For over the top goodness, grab a Reese's donut with straight up peanut butter slathered on top. For a subtle treat, the honey glaze is a must. Worth the 30 min drive from Brookline 5 times over.

    (5)

  • Natalie T.

    With flavorful donuts and cinnamon buns the size of your head, there's a reason it's so popular. Even the plain donuts are delicious and they also have fun flavors like coconut, snickers, or peanut butter cup. The coffee isn't bad either.

    (5)

  • Tanya Y.

    The coffee roll is bigger than your face. Legit. And, at ~$1.50 for one (very large!) donut, or ~$12.50 for a dozen, it's money well spent. We were lucky to have a $10 Google offer [similar to GroupOn] that allowed us to buy up to $20.00 worth of goodies from Kanes. There are a variety of donuts to choose from, each topped or filled with different yummy things, but by far the ones to get are anything with butternut, raspberry preserves, or coconut. If you don't like donuts, pies, muffins, breads (like pumpkin and banana nut), cupcakes, and other pastries are available too. Coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and other beverages are also available at Kanes with ample seating to enjoy your purchases. A small parking lot is attached to Kanes, which is a good plus. AND! The workers are incredibly helpful and nice. We were the group of dingbats that came strolling into the store 30 minutes before closing, and were happy to see that a good variety of things were left for us to purchase. The guy behind the counter answered any question we threw at him and kept a smile on for us the entire time, which I greatly appreciated. I swear by the end of sampling a good 6 donuts amongst 5 people, I felt like I grew another chin. But it was so worth it! Thanks Kanes! :3

    (5)

  • Robert M.

    This is just a comment on the Maple Donut. Dudes, you can't take a glazed donut and spread Maple frosting on it and call it a Maple Donut. Just does not happen. Waaaayyyyy toooooo sweeeeeet. Ruined the experience. Also, Bacon Donut with Maple frosting. Gotta be more than just an old fashioned with maple frosting and a piece of bacon. You need bacon fat, and bits of crumbled bacon in the dough. then frost with maple frosting. That, is how you make a Bacon Donut. They sometimes disappoint at this place man. It bums me out.

    (2)

  • Youssof M.

    I do try to avoid unnecessary carbs and calories, but it's very difficult when the donuts are this good. Start off with their classic, the Honey Dipped is awesome. If you want them fresh come early, they open at 3:30am and it's worth a late night (early morning?) visit for the fun of it. They've recently introduced the cronut (a donut/croissant monstrosity originally created by Dominique Ansel in NYC) it's not exactly like the original, but it's the closest you'll find without traveling to New York (I word of warning, it's one of the sweeter creations they have). Other than the donuts I've only tried the Apple Pie, which was excellent in my opinion, took me a week to finish it. Finally, get yourself some coffee, it's excellent and goes obviously well with any sugar high!

    (5)

  • Liliana C.

    This was a nice local place--seriously hopping on the Sunday morning we went--but the donuts we had here were not really anything to write home about. Not sure why they're so famous, except for the nice local flair~~ of the place.

    (3)

  • Cathy S.

    Shhh... don't tell hubby that I will be going on a donut quest soon... bonappetit.com/magazine/… I have always been a closet donut lover. As an avid ramen lover, I choose ramen as my source of carbs. But have always had a love of a GREAT donut. After our stay with friends in RI, I asked hubby to stop here on our way to Portland Maine. Hubby thought I was nuts but he always accomadates me! My passion? Jelly filled, any kind of jelly. Let the ooze begin.... yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… Oh my word! First of all the bread/outer portion of the donut was to die for! Not like an ordinary donut such as KK or Winchell's, more like a dense cake. Blueberries are the thing in New England, so of course I had to have the blueberry filled. And boy, was it filled! The ratio of jelly to the rest of the donut was 3/4 jelly to 1/4 outer bread as it should be! Hubby enjoyed his. I can't remember which he had but, he just loved it! My out of focus yummy donuts! yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… Part of the menu yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… The coveted box yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… Didn't have coffee here for the simple reason it was approximately 11 am. Interior yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… Patio seating is available as well. Donuts - 5 Stars! Oh my word 5 Stars! Ambiance - 5 Stars - VERY clean and well organized Service - 5 Stars! - Love the MA accent and she was so patient with this tourist! Told us we came in too late for the good stuff! What the heck? What we ate was phenomenal. Wish my pic came out better... Dislclaimer - I do not claim to be a donut connoisseur, but heck, it is on Bon Appetit's list, must be good! And I do know what I like!

    (5)

  • MaryLynne G.

    Absolutely delicious! Every donut we tried (five- whoops!) was tasty and fresh. They also have three flavors of cronuts which are hard to find near Boston. The iced coffee was also amazing and the counter service was very friendly. Tables to eat at inside and outside as well.

    (5)

  • Sam P.

    My husband and I were in a mood for a GOOD donut (read NOT dunks) and found this place close by (we live in Melrose). Since we had not been here before we figured we would get 6 different flavors to try, to see what we liked. I have a love for everything chocolate and coconut so we went with a turtle and a coconut for me. He loves creme brulé and we picked the creme brulé and butter crunch for him. We did the honey glazed as an "original" contender and the maple bacon as a crazy flavor. In last place came the maple bacon, we were not in love. In 5th came the turtle. Don't get me wrong, it was still a good donut, but too much going on. Creme brulè came in 4th. The burned sugar on top was a little over the top. We enjoyed the donut itself and the creme custard filling, but there was just too much sugar on top. 3rd was the honey glazed. It was delish!! The coconut and butter crunch shared the top spot, we couldn't decide between them and to me they were as good as my grandmas homemade donuts and that is A LOT coming from me as nothing has ever come close :-) If I could have given 4.5 stars I would have... Go there when you get a chance and don't go too crazy in your selection, simple is better here!

    (4)

  • April P.

    I've been told this place is the best donuts in MA before, but never got around to visiting until last weekend. We went on a Friday evening, so obviously the selection was smaller than if we had gone in early. We got a half dozen donuts and a coffee to go. The coffee was okay. I got a jelly, raspberry coconut, and pumpkin. My boyfriend had 2 cinnamon and an apple cider. I liked the raspberry coconut the best. Pumpkin was dry (I did not think to microwave it before eating). When I did microwave the jelly, it softened up quite a bit, but then the jelly was hot, so still not sold. My boyfriend loved the apple cider (I prefer fresh ones from a farm stand), but wasn't into the cinnamon. If I were to compare this place to a chain like dunkin or honey dew, then yes it is definitely better. Definitely. But I used to live in Salem next to the best hole in the wall donut shop to exist- Ziggy's donuts. And unfortunately this place doesn't hold up if you compare them. I would go back just to try other flavors, and maybe try to get them when they are more fresh, but I probably won't drive out of my way to go there again. They do have late hours which is a plus.

    (3)

  • George L.

    Wow! The Creme Brulee donut alone lives up to this place's reputation. With 2 visits and plenty of donuts under my belt from Kane's I can say it's a must for donut enthusiasts. PASS

    (4)

  • Judi E.

    best. donut. shop. ever. period.......chocolate dipped- to die for.

    (5)

  • Yalgin O.

    open super early and serves the greatest donuts that Dunkin can only imagine!

    (5)

  • Dave F.

    There are a lot of huge things to carry away from Kane's Donuts. Everything here is a bit bigger than most donut shops (and the cinnamon rolls are a LOT bigger), but the biggest thing I carry away every time is buyer's remorse, and if you're anything like me, you'll feel the same way. Don't get me wrong! I never regret anything I eat from Kane's. It's all great. However, I am a tiny little man and can only cram so much food into my face in one day. There are limits! So I stand before the wall of donuts paralyzed with choices. Cookies and creme donut? Turtle donut? Reese's cup? Apple Cider? Blueberry? Red Velvet? Chunky Monkey? ohgodohgodohgod. It is impossible for me to pick the correct donut because no matter what I get, no matter how good, there will always be something else I wish I'd chosen. I'll love what I got and hate that I didn't get something else. It's a crisis. With my last crisis, the problem only got worse. Because this time, I got a breakfast sandwich. Just an egg and cheese on an everything bagel. Why did I do that? It was so good! But a breakfast sandwich takes up so much donut room! And now I'm going to want it every time I go! But donuts! UGH! Take a step back, Kane's, everything doesn't need to be so good.

    (5)

  • Kristian B.

    Kane's in Saugus is fantastic! You can tell the doughnuts are made fresh. This place is a hidden gem in a random part of Saugus. They open nice and early, the coffee was fresh, it's just one of those places that you can tell puts in the effort. Go try them out - the minute you lay you eyes on those fabulous pastries you'll be in love with the place, guaranteed!!!

    (5)

  • Ginny T.

    I will preface this review with a disclaimer that I cannot be truly objective about grading the quality of donuts because all of the best donut shops are run by Cambodians and Vietnamese in California, from whence I kinda-sorta come o New England (sometime at the turn of the last century). I hung out at a Cambodian donut shop, wrote a play about it, and my musings about them are now a part of off Broadway history. Great! You say? Well, I wish. Someone ripped it off and wrote it instead and is now famous while I languish over my gut that has expanded in the last three days since I first ate a Kane's cinnamon roll. Donuts are crack cocaine for me and they are a reason why I do not do real drugs. I've never smoked a joint, and never will. Why? BECAUSE I CAN'T SAY NO TO DONUTS!!!!! I have no will power where they are concerned. How much worse would it be for another drug in addition to the dondut-carbs. I'd be doomed. I was in Malden taking my friend to get her hair done. We took the 4-mile drive out of the way to visit Kane's. Of course, I tracked it down on the Yelp iphone app. The shop is friendly, clean, nice and bright. The men at the register were patient and understanding. They knew we were newbies. If I go to a new donut shop I only order a cinnamon roll. Why, you ask? Well, because I hale from the land where glaze donuts are not light yellow, but a deeper hued brown, with a very thin light flakiness that almost crunches when you bite into it. Well, I cannot eat glaze donuts unless they are like that (yeah, I know, I'm limiting myself, but, well, it's my crack and I'll do it my way). So, it's rare that I will order a glaze donut in a donut shop. If I do order it, I have to specify which donuts I like. "Can I have that one in the back corner... no, two over... that one... yes. Thanks." I know what to expect, so if I don't see anything that fits my narrow confines, then I will order something else, like a cinnamon roll. My eyes immediately went to the large donut hubcaps, so I ordered it. It fit in its own box and could be mistaken for a round 1-tiered only, carrot cake container. It was 2:00pm by the time we got there. Had my donut looked like the one in the picture next to Kane's home page, I would have likely given it 4 stars. Mine looked good, nonetheless. I took a couple of bites and was very pleased, indeed. It was not sweet. My teeth did not fall out upon chomping into the roll. So, that's a plus. What was somewhat of a minus, however, was that there wasn't enough cinnamon in the swirl. Ideally, I should be able to unfurl the swirl and find cinnamon at every twist and turn. I did, but there was not as much cinnamon as I expected. So, I felt like I was eating a poor man's croissant. It took me about 4 rounds to finish the cinnamon round, over a three day period. I enjoyed it each time. Microwaving it with a wet paper towel makes it seem fresh all over again. I want to give 3 and 1/2 stars because it is more than A-OK. But I am serious about donuts. My palate for donuts is like a gourmet's palate for grading the quality of escargot in competing restaurants (do we have snails anymore or are they gone with the worms, too?). I'm a fan, definitely, but right now, I am a fan of Kane's for existing, in the first place, and for letting me know there are places where I can eat donuts that are not in California. The gimmick is worth four stars alone, but, like I said, I'm serious about donuts. During one of my birthdays in high school, my friends bought me like 6 dozen glaze from Winchell's Donuts. I remember it as one of my happiest celebrations.

    (3)

  • R V.

    To celebrate a recent milestone anniversary, my wife and I considered just about every fine-dining establishment in Eastern Mass. We ended up at Kanes. No place captures the kid-in-a-candy-store, this-is-how-donuts-should-be, special-treat aesthetic like these dudes. Even if I plan my assault ahead of time, heist movie style, I end up spending a good 90 seconds stuttering and sputtering at the counter, overwhelmed by the potential for deep-fried joy. They crush every other Northeast establishment in variety and match anyone in quality. It's impossible to go wrong, but you ought to avoid the glazed and other plain options, simply because they're no reason to not get something completely ridiculous. Preferably with candies and/or frosting on top. Their cake options are stupendous, and they've got one of the only great chocolate butternuts out there, but the sheer balls-to-the-wall variety of the raised inevitably wins out. You should probably avoid the spinach croissant, but I have a feeling that goes without saying.

    (5)

  • Chris N.

    If God and Satan were to find a common ground, I'm pretty sure it would be Kane's Donuts. It is one of the best places places on earth. The donuts are incredible. They serve New England Coffee that is always fresh and the staff is always very friendly. One of the best things they have is the cake sized coffee roll. It's amazing! Really soft and fluffy and smothered in honey dip icing. If I end up with diabetes it's going to be from that thing.

    (5)

  • Michelle A.

    This place is pretty amazing. Honey dips are the best I've ever had. Coffee rolls are as big as my head. New item breakfast burrito's were a bit of a letdown hence not getting the full 5 stars. I also ordered a turtle donut which was good but too sweet for me. They do have a lot of those specialty donuts that are more like a candy bar. If that's what you like then you will love Kane's! I asked a couple of ladies who are regulars behind me in line to help me decide what to buy. They had some great incite on what to order and I thanked them for it. Next time I will have to try their coffee and a different donut with the hopes of giving them that 5th star. They open super early they must kick the rooster in the butt! lol...

    (4)

  • Monica L.

    This place is five stars. This morning I tried the triple chocolate chip muffin. It was great, not worth making a pilgrimage great as their coffee buns are, but great if you're in the mood to try something different.

    (5)

  • Rachel M.

    These donuts are something else. HUGE donuts, tons of flavors (red velvet, Reese's, Snickers, BACON?! just to name a FEW) coffee tastes like a real donut shop coffee. Reasonably priced. Long lines though, but they get you in & get you out. I wish donuts didn't have calories. My only gripe = parking. Cramped little lot, but you can easily park on the street & get what you want in hopefully under 10-15 minutes.

    (4)

  • Will S.

    Awesome donuts and btw they are huge! Huge as in I could usually take down 3 glazed in one sitting, but I could only eat one of these. Very rich. Would have given 5 stars if they were warm :).

    (4)

  • Kim K.

    I've definitely had better donuts. I think Kane's goes for quantity over quality - big, shiny glazed donuts that were actually pretty dry on the inside. I want my donut fresh within the hour and not sitting on the shelf for longer than that. Ah well.

    (3)

  • Natasha R.

    The options are a bit overwhelming, but the sizes are huge so I think you are getting your money's worth. I've been 2-3 times, I try to get a mix and match of different flavors which I feel guilty about because sometimes the employees seem a bit impatient.

    (4)

  • Brendan T.

    The donuts are for sure HUGE, particularly considering the low price, and the retro exterior, particularly that neon sign, is awesome, classic Americana. Also I find it quite endearing that the place is a local landmark/institution and huge source of pride. However the taste texture and consistency of is just way too similar to Dunkin Donuts, thus leaving me less than particularly impressed. This is probably yet another manifestation of New Endlander's ridiculously overblown love of this chain. It's seriously not uncommon to see 2 Dunkin Donuts across the street from one another around up around these parts. What a bizarre, silly region indeed.

    (3)

  • J D.

    I have been reading a lot about Kane's Donuts and how they are the best in the area, so I picked up a dozen with high expectations. I have to say, they were pretty good, but maybe my expectations were too high, because they just weren't as good as I had expected. On the plus side, they have a great assortment to choose from including options you don't usually see such as Peanut Butter and Jelly, Apricot Jelly, and Glazed Red Velvet. The donuts are very large too, much bigger than most places. The downside, some of them were on the dry/stale side. Good flavor, but just not as moist as they should have been. Then there is the price, pretty steep at $18.00 for a dozen. Kane's is much better than Dunkin Donuts, but then again, Dunkins isn't really a donut shop anymore. You are more apt to find Dunkins Burrito, Dunkins Steak, or Dunkins Sushi there these days than a good donut. But compared to Los Angeles' legendary Randy's donuts, Kanes comes up short for all time honors. Still, that didn't stop me from finishing off the whole box.

    (3)

  • Titi T.

    Oh my gosh. So we came on national donut day. Too bad cause they were out of every kind but the glazed. Wow. I ate one. Before he gave me my coffee. So I ordered another one. Sat down and killed it. Right amount of sweetness and dough. I will be back for more.

    (4)

  • Ford I.

    Absolutely amazing! My three favorite donuts: Snickers, Red Velvet and of course their Maple Bacon. Fantastic!

    (5)

  • Janelle D.

    I have lived down the street from Kane's my entire life. As a child/young teen my parents stopped buying from Kane's except for special occasions because of the price increase. It wasn't until years later, when I snuck out of my house at 4am to get to Kane's as an 18-year-old, that my parents were too cheap for their own good. These are REAL donuts. The only kind I'll eat. And one is like, three meals. Especially when it's covered with all sorts of delicious novelty ingredients. Also, these make great gifts. if you ever want to thank someone or become everyone's favorite person at work, go with a coffee roll. They are massive, and dangerous, and wonderful. Everything they bake is, really. Especially at 4am.

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    Don't look at me to ruin this 5 star rating! This place was IT! The staff will blow you away. I had a Groupon and they knew how to handle it and treated me without the disdain I sometimes get from using one. I can't wait to return to this place!

    (5)

  • Melanie C.

    Staff and atmosphere of this place could use a little bit of love, took my friends from NYC here to taste the ever famous Kane's donuts. Too bad there was no place to sit due to all the locals jam packed in to the 4 tables they have, and it was far too cold outside to go anywhere else. The donuts are great. Assortment of all kinds, and they live up to their reputation. If I wanted to go up a size in jeans, I would be here more often!

    (4)

  • Margaret C.

    There's nothing that beats a donut from Kane's! It's definitely the best place in our area for a coffee roll or donut. The raspberry coconut are so delicious!

    (5)

  • angela s.

    All hype and very, very over-priced. The donuts are DRY, and the bismark was FIVE dollars! Seriously, get over yourselves. And make better donuts. Ugh. I'll stick with Demets. If you want to over pay for a dry donut or an ok pastry, go here.

    (1)

  • Mallory S.

    We went to Kane's right before closing time the other night to drown our sorrows from the lack of a big tax return. The staff was accommodating and wheeled out the tower of donuts that had already been put away. We had a glazed and a chocolate glazed. They were large, delicious and not too sweet. They were huge too! You could share one, but of course that didn't happen. Nobody wants to split something this tasty. I'm not a doughnut connoisseur but these easily beat any large retailers. Staff was great, everything was clean and most of all, it was affordable and tasty!

    (5)

  • Carrie A.

    Very friendly staff. Delicious donuts. Try the breakfast sandwich on a croissant. You won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Jeremy K.

    4.5 stars really, but cant go to 5. This is the legend, the one youve seen on the travel channel and food network and your nocturnal emission, oh yes folks, donut nirvana. I was in the hood and as that rarely happens (thank god with all the goodies on rt 1 and this place) i HAD to get here and as jimi says, yes i am experienced! So somethings you should know before going, first, this place has gone over a major rehab, they must have as what i recalled from the shows were a dankie dark wood paneled townie place. now its all whitewash and flowers and happiness. i like the latter personally. however, now with the fancy comes the pricey, any donut, 1.50! now thats not like 4 bucks a hole or anything like that, but when you though a dunkie/dew was a buck..anyway, well worth it. (still has townies too!) I tried a few (and this at this point in the yelp, the wifes going on the phone, you ate how many!!) i had the old fashioned. great cake donut! spices, moistness, but not too wet in the middle. not wet at all actually, but not too dry (DD, im looking at you) where as you NEED coffee to choke it down. almost a crisp crust and moist inside....mmmmmm!!!! sorry, having a homer moment. I also brought home a zebra (!) and a caramel crunch. I figured mer likes caramel, this would be a hit. well one was, but not what i originally thought. the zebra was indeed a chocolate cake donut with vanilla frosting and i think sprinkles, tasted great, the 1 inch square before it was pilfered. even after it sat on the stove till the night time, it was still delicious. the caramel crunch was also good. more of a yeast donut (like a traditional glazed) and it had a ribbon of caramel and some toasted coconut on top. this was not well receive by the boss, so i had to do my diligence and make sure those starving people in china you hear about didnt see any donut wasted. I am sooo glad i dont live in the same area code as this place or I would have had to try the creme brulee donut, the jelly, maine blueberry, or the etc..... so, i just gained a pound writing this...

    (4)

  • Hiro T.

    I accidentally came across this place on a random drive through the area. Any true Yelper will see the donut shop and immediately have to check the place on Yelp because of the unique look. The place looks kind of like a diner just placed in a pretty random place. The interior of the store looks like a classic donut shop. The attendants are very helpful, and are willing to sit there and explain all the donut flavors to a newbie. I have to say that of all of the donuts I tried the maple frosted donut was absolutely heavenly and I would almost consider just driving out there again for that donut!

    (4)

  • HyunJoo K.

    now, this is where I get THE donut! I have faves, but this place tops it all! even better than the donut I get at the deerfield fair! Their honeydip and boston creme are to die for! ... only if they were closer in location!

    (5)

  • Chrystell S.

    Kane's has absolutely the BEST donuts ever!! If I lived in the area, I'd be huge because I have a weakness for their donuts. I still recall my first time there. It's a donut. How good could it be? So, we made a trek to go to Saugus in search of these donuts that everyone was raving about. At first glance, the donuts looked just like, well......donuts. Okay. So we ordered 3 and then left to go to the car. Our driver said, maybe you should taste it before I leave because I know you're going to make me turn around if you like it. I said, nah let's go. Then I took a bite and told him to turn around. OMG!!! It wasn't too sweet, it was so very soft, and it was the best donut I've ever eaten. It didn't look like much and in fact, it looked like it would be too sweet so I didn't think I would like it at all. But one bite changed all that. Trust me, your taste buds need to try these donuts. You'll be addicted.

    (5)

  • Jessica S.

    Mixed feelings, overall feeling of meh. We tried 6 donuts and a bismark. Boston creme and creme brulee were pretty much what you would expect, thick and very sweet. Jelly donut was good. Honey dipped and maple frosted were my favorites. Chocolate honey dipped was more cake style but not bad. The donuts are a bit thick for my taste. My favorite donut shop is slightly less thick and is lighter and fluffier. Same basic flavor though. Very cute setup with the tables and chairs and you can buy milk there. The bad- The bismark was outright dry at 11am. Like put a fork in it and it crumbles kind of dry. No excuse for this. When you sell pastries every now and then you need to try one so you know when they start getting too bad to sell. You need to markup your product enough to account for having to keep fresh stuff on the shelves. The bismark is what I was most excited to try because they are hard to find and I have been spoiled by the now closed Butlers in Westport. Those things were addictive and always fresh. This was terrible. The cream was good but so what. I took 1 bite and tossed it. Also, the trash was practically overflowing and the bathroom was disgusting. You can tell it hasn't been cleaned in a while just by the layer of dust on the dryer and the floor was really dirty. ew. Not ok in a place where you serve food and have customers, needs to be cleaned at least once a day if not more. No reason for this especially in the morning on a weekday. If you start to rely too much on your name for business in this day, the reviews will eventually catch up to you. When there are 3 people standing up front, someone needs to be assigned to the cleaning. The place isn't that big. Make the effort. Overall I don't feel the need to come back. Allies in RI is still my fav by far

    (3)

  • beth c.

    super yummy. great selection of pastries (although i couldn't read through all the choices while standing at the counter - the shelves went for days). worth dealing with the hinky parking.

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    Maple bacon doughnut!

    (5)

  • Erin C.

    The donuts here are OFF THE HOOK! There is really nothing more to say. It's worth the drive from Boston. The jelly donuts have actual delicious fruit jelly inside rather than some weird plasticy sugary goop. This place is even better than Verna's in Somerville, which I already thought was pretty good.

    (5)

  • Amy K.

    Yes...they have a donut the size of your head! Our favorite donuts hands down. We visit town and stop at least twice. I love the cake but I can eat only one...so I get the yeast and eat 3. Real story is that we rented a ZipCar at 5AM before our early flight to drive to Kane's Donuts to take some home.

    (5)

  • LeiLei R.

    Saw some photos of someone with a donut that was the size of their head and knew I had to try one. The coffee roll did not disappoint. I got an end-of-the-day roll so it wasn't fresh out, but toss a piece into the microwave for about 10 to 15 seconds and it's delicious. Warm, soft, and just the right amount of sweetness. I wouldn't recommend any of their other normal sized donuts though. I tried a bite each of the plain kruller, chocolate kruller, coconut chocolate, blueberry, creme brulee, and some others. All were super sweet and super dry and neither the microwave nor milk could save it. It sat there for a week and no one wanted to claim them so.. I'll stick with the gigantic donuts instead - YUM. 2 star for the normal donuts. 4 star for the coffee roll + 1 star for it being ginormous! Overall, I'll definitely go back for the coffee roll and maybe to try some of their other pastries.

    (4)

  • Mary Ann A.

    I never knew what a good donut tasted like until I had a Kane's donut -- absolutely the best. The shop is not gourmet, but it offers a good variety of donuts, muffins, coffee rolls, etc. The counter staff is patient and accommodating. Although always a steady stream of customers, by the time we choose what we would like to take home, it is time to take our order. Ample parking lot on the right and across the street. Outside patio with umbrellas. -- and it is clean, clean, clean. We return often.

    (5)

  • Beth N.

    Kane's really is all that it's hyped up to be! The lady behind the counter was super nice and helpful but, most importantly, she was patient while we made up our minds. I haven't seen that many choices of donuts in a very long time! We got a dozen and tested a bunch of them out and every single one was delicious. I can't say we tried that giant coffee bun but maybe next time. It actually seems like a great party snack since lots of people would be able to help eat it (it was really that huge in person). No complaints on the donuts and super happy about how early/late they are open. The very best donuts can still be found at Betty Ann's in East Boston but if you like to sleep in (like me) then Kane's is a much better solution than Dunkin's any day!

    (4)

  • Steven F.

    Why only 4 stars? You need to mortgage your house to buy these donuts. Well worth it though, it's not like I'm eating them on a daily basis. The Honey Dip and Chocolate Honey Dip are my favs. The building is clean as can be having been renovated not too long ago, clean bathrooms as well. There is plenty of seating both inside and outside, and a nice parking lot with ample space. I love it, my wife loves it, my kids love it, parents love it, and so should you.

    (4)

  • Jesse S.

    Hands down, the best donut you'll ever have. I love the honey dip, but they're all good! Added bonus- great coffee and tea. They actually have the my favorite iced tea around (Sweet Peach). Expect to wait in line on a Saturday or Sunday morning, but it's worth it and it moves pretty quickly. All the staff are very friendly and accommodating.

    (5)

  • Dessa R.

    I waltzed in here with some very high hopes. All the buzz around town was that Kane's were the best donuts the Boston area had to offer-- my curiosity was so piqued, that we hopped in a rental car one afternoon to venture to the suburbs for a serious donut run. And I hate the suburbs. It should be said that we came here in the afternoon, around 2pm. All the glazed donuts, chocolate glazed donuts, and enormous coffee rolls were long gone by this point, incidentally the very kind that were recommended to us by a trustworthy source. We settled for a dozen of the other types. They were pretty good-- crunchy on the outside, bready on the inside. Interesting. Heavy. And huuuuuge. The counter guy seemed a little impatient with us, evidenced by his needlessly exasperated sigh and posture shift. We could have ordered a little faster had the donuts been clearly labeled, but we had to ask what a few curious-looking confections were. Sorry guy, but if you want people to give snappy donut orders, you gotta step up the labeling skills. So all in all, the donuts we tried were definitely tasty, and certainly a step up from Dunks, but not necessarily worthy of the trek to the burbs for us non-drivers. Naturally, I'll have to go back and try the regular glazed, chocolate glazed, apple fritter, or coffee roll before I can give a more thorough review. Lesson learned-- next time, I'm rollin up at 7am.

    (3)

  • Julie L.

    Ah-ma-zing! My earliest memories are of plain, perfectly crumbly, Kane's donuts in a depression glass cookie jar in my Grandma's kitchen. This place gets props for consistency, quality, and top-notch customer service. I am so glad to count myself as one that knew about this gem of a shop "before they were famous"! Glad that others are able to share in the joy of Kane's as my family has for generations! Keep up the great work Kane's!!!

    (5)

  • K S.

    After a night out in the city, a drunk drive home past kanes donuts around 3am sobers me up. I roll down the windows of my car and inhale the sweet scent of kanes. The donuts are fluffy and so delicious. When I get a chance to stop by, when there are no cars blocking my view as i turn onto lincoln ave, or when the newly renovated parking lot is jammed packed with regulars. Did i mention the coffee rolls are bigger than my head?

    (5)

  • Shelly A.

    ohlawdjesusthedonuts. These donuts are the real deal, there are a ton of different flavors and not one that I've ever tried has been a disappointment. Their cinnamon roll is the size of your face, and when they're fresh forget it, you can not resist. nom nom nom

    (5)

  • Susan C.

    I went to Kanes for the first time about 2 weeks ago. I got a butternut, a jelly, and a whoopie pie doughnut. I also got a Bismark. Yes I'm a fatty, please don't judge. The butternut and the jelly were really good, as was the Bismark. I think my fav would have to be the Bismark, which isn't considered a doughnut, but a pastry. It was essentially a doughnut filled with black raspberry jam and topped with whipped cream. Very delish. My least fav would have to be the whoopie pie. It tasted like a doughnut filled with frosting. I thought it was kind of gross and would definitely never get it again.

    (4)

  • Bethany S.

    I've been eating Kanes donuts since I was a kid. Their fresh baked delicious donuts can't be compared to Dunkin Donuts. They are wonderful. The coffee and breakfast sandwiches are good, too. Like most great places, this one fills up fast before holidays and events. In those circumstances, the wait in line can be pretty painful. :-/

    (5)

  • Michelle S.

    What?!? You haven't been to Kane's yet??? Why the hell are you running a Yelp background check on this amazing wonderful place when you should be out your door and on your way there...like right now...seriously. I lived down the street from Kane's for a couple of years, a while back, and it probably was a contributor to the extra pounds I packed on at that point in my life. Do NOT let this discourage you or keep you away though. While moderation with Kane's donuts might be difficult, it can in fact be achieved. My usual gameplan is that I'll get a dozen and bring the box along on a group road trip with friends (skiing or six flags typically). Then I leave whatever is left with one of my friends - therefore earning superfriend points for having bestowed upon them some of the greatest pastries known to man, and at the same time protecting my stomach from my eyes, which just can't seem to say no to Kane's yumminess. Kane's has some good variety, but I'm still a sucker for an old-fashioned chocolate frosted (my favorite ever). The frosting is out of this world (no really, I think they stole it from donut-god-aliens). I also like their vanilla frosted with M&M's. The donuts are huge, so plan on having to make some really tough choices when you get to the front of the line. Oh yea, did I mention the line? On a weekend morning it goes out into the parking lot. Still worth it, and I live 30-40 minutes away to boot. One time I got there later in the day and they were totally out of chocolate frosted donuts. This was very upsetting. After pulling myself together, I "settled" on a different variety, drove the 40 minutes back home, and still wound up happy with my purchase. Did I mention they have cinnamon rolls that are like a foot across? I haven't tried one of those, I hear they're pretty awesome though. Oh and as if alllllll of this isn't enough to make you want to start making your way to Saugus right now, I'll also point out that there was a groupon for Kane's a week or so ago - $10 for $20 of donuts. It's not offered anymore, but some of the groupon/buywithme resale sites have it. Oh, and not that I really think it's important, but Kane's is a stand-alone house/building in a residential quiet area. Near enough to Rt. 1 but slightly out of the way. Still....wait for it......TOTALLY WORTH IT! go to kane's. that is all.

    (5)

  • Marissa R.

    This is really more like a 4.5 stars. The donuts here are enormous like probably the size of three dunkin donuts. I love the apple cider, pumpkin, and turtle donuts. There are so many kinds but you have to go to the store to see what's available that day. They don't post the specials online. I definitely recommend if you're in the area.

    (4)

  • Chrissy G.

    I went to church every Sunday growing up, but Kane's is where you should be going if you're looking for a true spiritual experience. If you're watching your weight I would suggest you get off of yelp right now and forget you ever read about this place. Words simply cannot describe, just go. Don't walk, run! (Seriously, you're going to have to burn it off somehow...)

    (5)

  • Lisa M.

    Very high quality donuts but not any higher than most standalone donut shops that make everything fresh in-house. I'd also note that a few of the cake donuts we got (coconut covered chocolate and marble) were decidedly NOT fresh, which is never okay. We've made the long haul out here from Arlington twice but in the future we'll probably just stick around here for Gail Ann's because the quality is equal if not better on fresher cake donuts. *** Updating this to four stars based on the excellent customer service in the comment below. We will indeed be back!

    (4)

  • Courtney N.

    My friend and I were taking the back roads to avoid crazy Rt 1 traffic when we spotted Kane's Donuts and had to pull over and check them out. First off, I love the fact they have their own parking lot. Super convenient! I was also pleased that they were open at 6:30 pm; many smaller, non-chain doughnut places close so early and I see them and get excited only to find them closed. Pleasant surprise! Inside, it's warm and peaceful and you can tell that they take pride in their restaurant with all the community news and news about awards. They have an amazing assortment of doughnuts (peanut butter and jelly!) and other baked goods. I ended up getting an iced maple coffee (pretty good) and an absolutely drool worthy delicious mocha cake that I sadly had to share with my friend. Next time, that baby is all mine! The two guys behind the counter were super friendly and the prices were awesome for the quality of the mocha cake. I'm going to make it a point to stop in again, and soon!

    (4)

  • Colleen K.

    Quick and friendly service, out-of-this-world giant donuts, clean shop. This place is a home-run! We just discovered it a month ago and we've already been twice... I think we'll be customers for life. My favorite was the "whoopie pie" donut and the pumpkin donut, but, really, they're all great...

    (5)

  • Craig D.

    (4) ~ Very Good...props to any independent Donut Maker. And their Coffee Rolls are as BIG as your head;-)

    (4)

  • Suzon F.

    Members of my family think Kane's is the best donut shop around. Boston Cream, Cinnamon, Lemon Filled, are all favorites but so is the Honer Dipped Cinnamon Rolls!! No matter your choice, you won't go wrong. Just remember go early to get the best selection!

    (5)

  • Justin K.

    The donuts are "ok"... The giant coffee rolls are "terrible"... The Blondie brownies are "inedible".. Definitely stay away from here, especially Saturday morning, as I hope that their shelves are still full when I eventually fall out of my bed and hang-overly stumble my way down Lincoln Ave en-route to Kanes..

    (5)

  • Yelpie G.

    OMG. That's what you'll say when you walk into this donut kingdom. OMG is also what you'll also say when you eat the donuts. Easy to get to? No. Yet, everybody knows exactly where it is. Anticipate a deeply religious experience. OMG.

    (5)

  • Mike M.

    Updated 3/16/2012 Thankfully, the owner went out of his way to explain and resolve the situation. It's alright for businesses to make mistakes, but the very best ones do everything to quickly correct them.

    (5)

  • Heath M.

    Quite possibly some of the best donuts in the country. Kane's isn't gourmet, you'll never find a bacon or wasabi donut, but you will find are the classics: honey dipped, Boston cream, butternut, jelly, and a few mashups like coconut raspberry jelly. All done perfectly. Don't even try to eat just one -- having to make the choice between their honey dipped and your favorite (mine is the butternut) really is enough to drive a person insane. Get at least 2 per person. Anything else would be cruel. They are like clouds of deliciousness, so soft, so fresh and so utterly irresistable. Just knowing Kane's exists makes dieting impossible. And maybe you don't have a weakness for donuts, but if you try this place, you soon will.

    (5)

  • Chaz F.

    If you have a 4.5 star rating, your food should at least taste like a 3 star. This place is worse than Dunkin Donuts. Too much fluffy, dry cake. Toppings are generally too sweet. Probably should have just gotten the coffee roll and called it a day. Instead, carb'd out for no reason because the six donuts we got were no good.

    (1)

  • Ashley D.

    NOT ONLY ARE THEIR DONUTS HUGE! But they are delicious!!! I reccommend anybody who can make it here, should! You will not be disappointed! I highly reccommend their cinnamon roll or get ready.... dun dun dun MAPLE BACON DONUT! Yes it has real bacon on it!! DELICIOUS!! But it's not only the delicious treats they have that keep me coming back, it's the family who owns it as well!

    (5)

  • Aubri L.

    Possibly the best wedding idea EVER. We had donuts instead of cake. Not just any donuts, KANE'S DONUTS. And they were amazing. Kane's offered us a special big donut, which we used as our "cutting" donut and got to feed eachother delicious pieces of chocolate frosted goodness. We decided to get a decent dozen varieties and let our guests pick their own donut from various cake stands and baskets. Everyone loved them!!

    (4)

  • Gayle M.

    I would have given them 5 stars for the donuts, but they really only deserve 2 1/2 stars. They lost two stars when TWO of the FOUR items I bought was STALE and DRY. They loose another 1/2 star for being OVERPRICED. No matter how you cut it people they are DONUTS! And if you are going to charge way more than the average donut then how about it being FRESH. It tells me they don't like to throw anything away including overpriced stale donuts! At $1.50 a donut, $8.50 for a half dozen, and $14.95 for a dozen, is it asking to much for everything to be fresh. Keep'em!

    (3)

  • David L.

    Kane's Donuts....came here by accident and then ate the glazed coffee roll. It was then that I realized there was a reason that food was created and it was so Kane's could sell this evil pastry. "Holy shit!" I must've said that 12 times while eating this thing and Im still saying a day later. Seems they're expanding their tiny operation into a small operation and some people have a problem with a business making money....personally I think that'll mean a smoother (eventually) flow to the business and that means getting my coffee roll quicker. And that's good.

    (5)

  • Andrew M.

    If you're looking for the best donuts in the area Kane's is the only choice. You do have to get there early or they may run out of more popular favors. On this trip they had some new ones to make their great donuts incredible like peanut butter cup, oreo and creme brûlée!! Always quick always friendly and always great donuts.

    (5)

  • John S.

    One word only is enough for me. Scrumptulescent

    (5)

  • Nina H.

    I heard about all these amazing reviews on YELP and figured I'd give it a shot. SOOOOOO glad I did! This place is DELICIOUS!!! The donuts are huge and the Boston Creme donut's is a MUST HAVE!!!

    (4)

  • Gino M.

    Within the last year and a half, my friends and I discovered an early morning breakfast gem that provides the best donuts that any of have ever had. Along with the tasty treats, we have created a relationship with some of the owners/workers that run this establishment. They are very friendly indeed. We have made this place our weekend ritual and arrive almost religiously at 3:30 AM Saturdays and Sundays. We have specifically became close with a woman named Maria and her daughter Stephanie.... Two amazing people that I am honored to receive these delicious treats from. We are not the only regulars by any means! In fact, while we sit and chat, a numerous amount of regulars come in, including neighbors, cops, and others who make this shop the place where they get their morning treat. The story behind the secret family recipe is an awesome one and you can almost feel the nostalgic tone in Maria's voice when she explains how she learned to create the AMAZING Kane's donut aside her father. She has recapped about how they have been in the donut trade their entire life and that explains a lot to me when I bite into one of those magnificent creations. It is amazing how Maria continues to create new kinds of donuts, carrying on the work of her father. This review cannot be specifically on the taste of the food because it would be short and sweet, along with lacking an essential part to owning a small business in this country. The atmosphere created when you enter the shop and the warm greetings felt from the people inside have made for a GREAT example of how people should be treated while being consumers and how a small family owned business should be run. To that, I must say thank you Kane's for making a model American business and an astounding donut.

    (5)

  • Ryan C.

    They have coffee rolls as large as your face. No, seriously. I'm not even exaggerating. Kane's FTW.

    (5)

  • Pam W.

    My husband and I use Yelp all the time to find good quality food and it is very rare for a place to have all 5 stars. It is even rarer that a place with all 5 stars has more than 5 reviews. So we had to check it out and, um, yeah...BEST. DONUTS. EVER. I have to say though, that I while I am happy to have found this place, I am VERY thankful (for the sake of my waistline) that it is a good 20 minutes away. Otherwise, I know my willpower would not be strong enough to keep me from eating these unbelievable delicious donuts on a daily basis.

    (5)

  • Christine T.

    After seeing Kanes on Phantom Gourmet we decided it was worth the drive to check it out. Although it's not in the best of areas, the shop itself is nice. It even has a little parking lot, in the morning its probably full but we went right before they closed on Saturday so there were plenty of spaces. I was a little hesitant going so late, because if you walk into Dunkin Donuts an hour before they close, all they have to chose from is a stale muffin or a couple munchkins. However that is not the case at Kanes.. they had sooo much to chose from which was awesome. The products are huge, the donut is at least double the size of a dunks donut, but the prices reflect that, so come prepared, you're not going to get a 60cent donut, a single donut was around $1.25. Well worth the price though, you really feel like you get quality here! The donuts were perfect. Overall we would certainly recommend it and we'll definitely be back.

    (5)

  • Marianne G.

    I went to Kanes this morning because some friends from California were in town (and by "in town" I mean "on the east coast") and they wanted desperately to try what they had heard were the best donuts in the country. All I can say is that a Kanes donut is not a donut to be trifled with. Seriously. Do not underestimate a Kanes donut.

    (5)

  • Daniel R.

    What do you want, a review? Best donuts ever. There, reviewed.

    (5)

  • Ken L.

    This place is what it is........a destination for the best of the best. I wish I was 12 and could eat a dozen donuts again, but I can only steal bites from my kids when we bring them there for a treat. This place belongs in the donut hall of fame, if it exists

    (5)

  • Todd S.

    Stopped in after a long hiatus. Great new additions to the menu, especially the breakfast sandwiches. Counter staff was very helpful in a very loud setting.

    (4)

  • Lynne S.

    I've been dying to try Kanes for some time now. I knew 42 yelpers could not be wrong and with every mouth watering review I read, my desire to taste a world famous Kanes donut grew stronger. It is a blessing and a curse that I waited so long to discover this donut mecca. A blessing because if I had discovered this place sooner, I might be the size of a house by now. A curse because now that I have tasted the perfection of a sweet, gooey goodness that is a Kanes donut, I'm not sure nothing will ever compare! Oh my, what can I say that has not already been said here before? And it is all true. The glazed donut was truly the best I'd ever tasted. It was huge, soft, airy and glazed with a sweet ooey gooey coating like I've never tasted before. The jelly was soft, plump and filled generously with a rich, deep, strawberry-cherry like filling that was hard to eat without it oozing out (in my opinion, the sign of a jelly donut perfection). I was also pleasantly surprised that for less than $5 I was able to try 2 amazing donuts and a hot chocolate. It was the best $5 I've ever spent in my life! Oh Kane, I applaud you for acheiving donut perfection! Well done. And since my experience left me thinking about the next time I could return literally all day, you've got yourself another follower! I now worship at the house of donuts that Kane built!

    (5)

  • Jane D.

    These are the best doughnuts on the planet!!! I had my first Kane's doughnut this past weekend and I'm addicted. These are some big donoughts! The honey dipped are sweet and melt in your mouth. The raspberry coconut is cake like, coated in coconut and confectioners sugar, with a more than generous amount of jam in the middle. The only thing I didn't enjoy was the giant coffee roll it was a little on the dry side and not very sweet. They open at 3 am, get there early for the best selection.

    (5)

  • Takami L.

    Kane's donuts are delicious and the service was very friendly! My girlfriend and I shared the honey dipped, peanut butter and jelly, and the creme brulee, all were fantastic! The iced coffee was also good

    (5)

  • Emily C.

    On a Friday morning, last fall while driving from Rockport to Osterville I was really paranoid about hitting traffic and getting to the Cape in a timely manner. My mother, who grew-up in Melrose, would not stop taling about Kane's donuts, Kane's Donuts Kane's Donuts. I thought it was all talk. We are really healthy eaters and only splurge for extra calories when it's really worth it. So, we sat at the cute counter and ordered cup or coffee, cute mug, and a jelly donut and a chocolate coconut. The coffee was fine and the donut knocked me off my bar stool!!! So awesome. Really very exceptional. I HAD to get a dozen to take with us.... Kane's Donuts = those calories are REALLY worth it

    (5)

  • Etta M.

    I saw Kane's Donuts on the Travel Channel a month or so back and knew that I needed to my way over there sooner rather than later. I have such a soft spot for (and from) high quality donuts. It ended up being a lot smaller inside than I had expected but since we were there in the late afternoon there was plenty of seating. I ordered my all time favorite donut, lemon filled. My boyfriend got the chocolate cake donut with toasted coconut and we got a raised donut with glaze to share. Both donuts were so good. The cake donut was very dense and moist and the lemon donut was light and chewy. We were both totally stuffed after our first donut. In fact, we considered that lunch and headed home with out making the second stop on our culinary gems of the North Shore adventure.. Kelly's. Each donut is $1.25, which is very reasonable considering what they charge at starbucks or dunks for an inferior product. These donuts are incredible. I will return as often as my waistline will allow.

    (5)

  • richard k.

    great donuts made the old fashioned way BUT when we tried to redeem a perfectly valid Groupon the very rude clerk told us it was invalid - the idiot clerk suggested it was already used? I can assure you it had NEVER before been used and was indeed perfectly valid. Another retailer that makes Groupon type customers feel like second class citizens.

    (1)

  • Jenn D.

    peanut butter and jelly donuts. that is all you need know

    (4)

  • Jack M.

    Due to a recent rennovation, what was once a quaint local donut shop has become yet another sterile commerical enterprise. ~ In other words, you people ruined it. ~ Donuts are still awesome. Got a coffee cake from here recently whose lower layer was nothing more than a pool of cooking grease. Sad. ~ New staff and a newly rennovated store has left the place completely devoid of charm. ~ Some of the menu items have changed. No more pizza - I loved that crap! ~ Kane's as you knew it is gone. Very sad.

    (3)

  • Amanda B.

    I unfortunately live down the street from this place. They're trying to fatten me up! The donuts here are huge and delicious. I especially love the frosted coffee roll that's big enough to feed a family. My coworkers in Cambridge often ask me to bring the meeting donuts since they are so delicious.

    (5)

  • Chuck A.

    My first trip back in two years. No changes - glazed perfection! Only 140 shopping days until National Donut Day (first Friday in June)!

    (5)

  • Kelly A.

    Kane's, Kane's, Kane's. I can't allow myself to visit you more than a few times a year. Otherwise I wouldn't be able to stop myself, and I'd weigh 300 lbs. But when I do visit you, oh when I do visit you, it's heavenly. Especially when you still have the 'raised' donuts left, as they are the tastiest variety of donut ever created. Plus I love how when I go there on a weekday at 9 am, it's filled with old people, just hanging out. It's the old people's equivalent of a bar, and they're always having a rollicking good time, even at 9 am. Just great

    (5)

  • Steve U.

    Kane's Donuts? Yawnnnnn. A soft coffee roll the size of an adult human head? So? Accurately crafted, fresh coffee, built to order? And? Donuts that disintegrate when met with saliva and burst with the flavors of your choosing? Bo-ring. Alright, then, wisenheimer. Why don't you name a donut shop that's better? ... Exactly. Oh, and Kane's Donuts once saved my life...twice...while freeing a kitten from a tree.

    (5)

  • Geoff M.

    Finally made it to Kane's after reading all of the glowing praise around here. What can I say? You're all right. Best donut I've ever had. Highly recommend the chocolate glazed and the plain (not glazed) chocolate frosted. Also tried the coffee roll with the cinnamon frosting. Good, but I think the non-frosting one would be even better. Big enough to feed several people. Friendly and homey inside, with construction going on in the building right now. If you're a donut fan, you don't know what you're missing.

    (5)

  • Lizzz E.

    We tried Kanes after seeing it featured on the Travel Channel's list of the best donuts in the USA and . . . seeing as my father-in-law lives 10 minutes away we decide to see what the hoopla was about. We found out --- its the hand dipped, honey dipped donuts! YUM! I will definately be back for another!

    (5)

  • Rose F.

    This place is awesome. The coffee roll is huge and delicious ($7) It feeds 4 people easily. The donuts are amazing and there are many varieties. Everything is fresh. They recently remodeled so now there is parking and bathrooms! Good coffee, great donuts, friendly people- have to come here! 5 stars!!

    (5)

  • Zach w.

    Kanes is by far the best donut shop I have ever been to, and I have been to a decent amount of places that sell donuts around the country. I've been going to Kanes since I was a kid and the quality has only gotten better. They are always experimenting with new donut flavors (I haven't had a bad one yet), but their classics like honey dip are unbeatable. If you haven't gone, then you just don't know.

    (5)

  • Erica S.

    Kane's Donuts is unbelievable! I tried the Creme brule and caramel crumb donut and they both melted in my mouth! Huge size, too! But, speaking of huge...you have to try their enormous coffee roll for only $7.50!! It was literally the size of my fathers head, and that's pretty big!

    (5)

  • Sarah J.

    these donuts are absolutely amazing, the filing is a generous amount and they literally melt in your mouth. They are big portions and so much better than disgusting Dunkin donuts. I am in heaven every time I eat one of these donuts. They also have amazing pies, cupcakes, basically EVERYTHING is delicious.

    (5)

  • Jessica T.

    Now I'm one who thinks anything with glaze can be good! Any fresh donut is good right?!? Yeah I have changed my mind of all other donuts since eating these amazingly, delicious pieces of heaven. Not all donuts are created equal and these rank supreme! I no longer will be able to enjoy a donut from any other establishment! Dunkin donuts will be my stop for coffee from now on. I will forever dream of these donuts! My boyfriend keeps telling me that I haven't even had them at their finest. He keeps telling me I need to try them at 5 when they first come out of the oven. He also said the early risers come and swap them up all before 6. I can't imagine them getting any better but one day when I either go to bed really late or wake up extremely early and taking his advice! This is my only 5 star! Take my word for it... COME TO KANES

    (5)

  • Jess D.

    If you are looking for a fluffy donut, this is not the place for you. I have heard many good things about this place so I decided to try it out today but I was sorely let down because the donuts were not what I expected. Therefore, I wanted to let people know, these are cake donuts! They are dense and moist and very much like cake and if that is the type of donut you like, then this is the place for you! They have a large selection and the donuts themselves are very tasty. They are bigger than your average sized donut. The downside? They are nothing special and I wouldn't drive all the way from Boston just to come here.

    (3)

  • Cat C.

    Yay! I'm a fan. Coffee rolls are about 8" round (give or take) and come in glazed or frosted. I think glazed is my favorite, but don't discount the frosted... Coffee roll topped with a ton of cinnamony sweet frosting and then dusted with fine sugar. Did not grab any donuts. :( Street parking only.

    (4)

  • Daisy C.

    Went to Kane's in the afternoon, and I want to believe that was the big mistake. The honey glazed donuts, even after being warmed, were just average...a small notch above Dunkin' Donuts. The apple fritter is a unique offering, though! The coffee roll was okay -- I personally feel it is famous more for its size than its taste. I intend to visit again EARLY in the morning (5am or so) to get some FRESH honey glazed...that will be the true test for me.

    (3)

  • Michelle G.

    chocolate cupcake with white frosting, coconut on top! Amazing! Far better, bigger, sweeter than georgetown cupcake. Just perfect!

    (5)

  • Cristina S.

    I thought about all the great things to say about Kane's Donuts and how every single one is delicious and reasonably priced and how their coffee is yummy but I can sum it up pretty easily: this place is effing awesome.

    (5)

  • Lil M.

    By far the best donut shop in the north shore. Will never ever eat a donut from a commercial chain again - blahg! Their iced coffee tastes pretty good too. And they also make pretty good pies. I specially love the blueberry pie! I pre-order one every Thanksgiving. I also love the changes they made to the exterior and interior. They are now more efficient in their service and I find the interior more attractive. Update Sep. 2013 - STILL the BEST. Hands down.

    (5)

  • Jack C.

    Hey, whoever gave Kane's 4 stars, I hope that that was a mistake. Maybe your hand slipped. Maybe you got glaze on the mouse. Maybe you tried to eat a Bismark all by yourself and succumbed to diabetic retinopathy. Whatever the cause, Kane's deserves all the 5-star reviews it has. These are hands-down the best donuts I have ever had, and I have had quite a few in my day. Sure, they might not be as out there with the flavors like Voodoo Donuts in Portland, but we're not in Portland, are we? Take a few friends, order a dozen assorted and try to try them all. Odds are you won't make it far into the dozen, but you'll want to keep going until it hurts.

    (5)

  • Shana P.

    Forget the Freedom Trail, the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill, or gazing at the gold dome the rat ran across... if you've got company coming in and you need to show them the sights, Kane's is the first place to stop. Kane's is a true donut shop - no frills, fresh donuts, and steaming hot coffee that's good, but not SO good that it overpowers the deliciousness of the old-fashioned cake donut you just dipped in it. (I think I just drooled a little.) Anyway, they have nearly every flavor, concoction, or combination of donut magnificence that you can imagine. But, being a simple girl, I love the basic honey-dipped donut. Double the size of a Krispy Kreme and increase the sugary-sweetness tenfold and you've got the gloriousness that is Kane's Honey Dipped. (Okay, I definitely just drooled.) If I haven't convinced you yet to at least try Kane's, then I will personally guarantee that in purchasing donuts from Kane's, you will have bought your most magical donut-eating experience ever. (If not, I'll take the leftovers off your hands.) Plus, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing that you experienced first-hand one of America's most important landmarks in becoming the most gluttonous nation ever.

    (5)

  • Michael C.

    I may have trouble writing this review. This is due to the simple fact that I may go into shock from the extraordinary donuts I have just injested. I have been to Kane's three times now, and I have yet to be disappointed. The jelly donuts are filled to the brim, not like those imitation dunkin ones. Glazed, or honey dipped as they are called are so soft and yummy! They melt right in your mouth, but aren't greasy like Krispy Kreme. The coffee rolls are divine as well. You can't go wrong with anything there. GO NOW!

    (5)

  • Nic H.

    Ok, so being a southern farmboy, I know all about breakfasts that consist entirely of some form of pastry being eaten in gargantuan quantities. (We'd buy a dozen krispy kremes EACH, then work it all off before lunch... and I still graduated high school 'skinny'.) Our experience at Kanes was nothing short of magical. We got a dozen assorted (honey glazed, a powdered, apple fritters, chocolate/coconut, blueberry...) and sat down to a heavenly experience. I can honestly say I'm jonesin' to go back RIGHT NOW. How hard would it really be to make it the last stop on the Orange Line?? The coffee is good, too. I have to try a 'coffee roll' (huge.) and a 'Bismark' (sadistic). EDIT: The Caramel Donut is the best donut I've ever had... diabetes, here I come!

    (5)

  • Kate G.

    I knew Kane's Donuts before I knew Dunkin Donuts. I grew up having Boston Kreme's every Sunday morning that my dad would bring home when he went out to get the Sunday Globe and his coffee. The shop itself is on the small side and has a pretty small parking lot in back so best bet is to park on the street. The donuts are always fresh, the coffee is always strong, and it's worth the trip. If I was ambitious enough I would go here every Sunday still but living an hour away makes that a bit difficult, so I go when I get the chance. I recommend the Boston Kreme and also be aware they have sorta odd business hours so the safest bet is to go on a Saturday or Sunday morning, and you'll also get a full feel for the place when you go at these times.

    (5)

  • Richard I.

    The most incredible donut shop I have found! They custom-made a dozen powder sugar-coated black raspberry-filled donuts for pickup at 10:30 am today. This variety of donut is next to impossible to find. We used to have them growing up in Pittsfield, MA years ago. No other bakery in Greater Nashua (NH) offered to do a custom order donut, but Kanes did it without any hesitation. The donuts are light, non-greasy, and simply delicious. I am in heaven! In addition, the regular selection of donuts and muffins is great, and the hazelnut creme coffee is rich and flavorful. Thank you, Kanes!

    (5)

  • Matt C.

    kane's is by far the best donut shop in the country, everything is delicious.

    (5)

  • Corydon S.

    When I took a bite of the apple fritter angels sang, I was so blissed out. I hate using the word "best" in reviews but it really was the best donut I have ever had. That apple fritter looked and tasted amazing, it was warm with a soft texture and a well balanced sweetness. The best part was it didn't have a greasy after taste, which ruins some donuts. I got some other donuts and they were good, but next time I am sticking with the apple fritter because it's the donut worth driving to Saugus for. In fact, I am tempted to drive to Kane's now.

    (5)

  • Jenna B.

    I don't like donuts. Really, I don't. I never eat them. However, this place is the one and only place from which I will ever eat a donut. Honey-dipped only please! They are huge, sweet, doughy and absolutely freakin' delicious! My husband is a fan of the coffee roll, which is enormous! My kids love the honey-dipped donuts like Mom.

    (5)

  • Adriane L.

    You would have to be out of your mind not to give this place 5 stars. it is my downfall, and I don't even have a sweet tooth, but these donuts... I can't pass on them. As good as it gets!

    (5)

  • Mark M.

    I was born and raised in Saugus, walking distance from this place. Of course, the first thing I have to mention are the cinnamon rolls. If the Gingerbread Man had a pimped-out confectionary Escalade, he'd use Kane's cinnamon rolls as 24s. I ate an entire one when I was 10 and woke up shaking and sweating two days later 4 towns away. My wife, not being from the area, was skeptical. We tried to tell her, but she refused to believe they could be any more decadent than Cinnabon at the mall. Blasphemy, I thought. I needed to school her. So Saturday, I crept out of bed and drove all the way back to Saugus and the old hood and picked up one of each type-- frosted and glazed. I brought them home and watched as she absolutely lost her mind. After snapping a few pictures, she ate roughly one quarter of the roll. What resulted was the most intense sugar rush she has ever experienced... followed by the wrath of Kane. She slouched on the chair, crashing hard for the rest of the day as her insulin tried to fight the good fight. Before she slipped away into the nods for the afternoon, she raised a quivering fist and let out a pained, "KAAAAAAAAAAANE!" And with that...she napped. I showed her.

    (5)

  • Liz A.

    This place is right down the street from my house! Newly renovated , but even better then before. Its great to go in there very homey. Coffee rolls are great to cut up and share with all your friends and the size makes that happen. The donuts are great a little pricey but well worth it. Have one and you will be hooked!

    (5)

  • Adam W.

    I hadn't been to Kane's in a while but had a hankering this morning and decided that it was time to teach my two year old, who incessantly asks for "two munckins" , that Dunkin' Donuts suck! I had a peanut butter and jelly donut. Holy moly! I've been thinking about it all day. It was light, puffy deliciousness filled with LOTS of jelly and skim coated with just the right amount of peanut butter. I NEED ANOTHER! My son had a wild blueberry donut and ate the entire enormous thing! Wifey had a cinnamon sugar donut which she said reminded her of Hemstrought's bakery where she grew up. That place was like Mecca to her family...I'm pretty sure they kneel and pray in it's direction daily...so that's quite a compliment. I'm not sure if I wish Kane's was closer or not. It's soooo good I'd probably be there every day.

    (5)

  • Amanda M.

    The BEST! I have never met such genuinely sweet people as the owner, Paul, and all the lovely ladies in the front. I really left there with a smile on my face.. They are such good people. NOW.....the honey dipped donut was the best I have ever tasted in all of my life. They really are the best!

    (5)

  • Paul F.

    They have re-done this place, not to many mom and pop donut places left and this place is amazing... that huge coffee roll thing is awesome and the glazed donut is to beg for. Dunkin, you suck!!! Kanes rules.

    (5)

  • Patrick M.

    Best donuts around! You can't beat them! They are well worth the moderate cost.

    (5)

  • Nicole P.

    In celebration of casual Friday my co-worker brought in a dozen donuts from this place today. So I haven't had the experience of going to the shop, yet, but the donuts are AMAZING! If you like dunkin or krsipy kreme you will swoon for kane's! I had half of a honey glazed and half of a coconut- both melted in my mouth. They weren't too sweet like krispy kreme either and they actually tasted fresh unlike dunkin. The donuts are big so half is plenty but my co-wroker Jay scarfed down 3-4! I can't wait to make a trip out to Saugus (wherever that is) to try a choclate glazed or boston cream! I have been on a sugar high all morning- wheee!!!!

    (5)

  • K. P.

    Update: As Paul noted, my review really should be a 4-star, and not just a one based on their pizza! So in all fairness, I have changed my rating! Thank you! :)

    (4)

  • M J.

    The best donuts ever.... there is not one bad one there unbelievable. There donuts the way they use to be not the cookie cutter ones from dunkin donuts. go, try, you will not be disappointed :)

    (5)

  • Samantha C.

    Best donuts EVER!!! I just moved five minutes walk from here and they are by far the best donuts I've had. I have not been so excited about getting donuts except for when I was a little kid. They are so yummy. I am totally baffled at how anyone could disagree. So far I have had the honey dipped which was so fluffy and delicious not to mention huge. My wife got the apple crunch which is more like a cake style filled donut (butter crunch on the outside and apple pie filling) I had a taste it was also amazing! We arrived at 7am for these two. The second two we tried we bought at 12pm which were the dirt and worms and the double chocolate. The worms and dirt is a chocolate cake donut that is honey dipped, chocolate frosted, Oreo crumbs & or course gummy worms ontop. This donut was very filling and delicious...definitely a good pick if you are a chocolate lover. Second was the double chocolate which is the toned down version of my dirt and worms...again delicious. So still at 12pm I did not see any change in quality of taste. ALSO there was still a huge selection of flavors at 12pm. I have also never seen such a selection of donuts 20+. They also have enormous cupcakes. Definitely DEFINITELY a must try!!!

    (5)

  • Jon S.

    Stumbled on this place thanks to Yelp. They make their own donuts and coffee rolls fresh, and open at 3:30 am while they do. Not that you're really gonna go that early! First bite you take, you will not believe it. We googled, it was so good. Turns out donut experts call Kane's a top 10 donut shop in the country. I believe it.

    (5)

  • Tony D.

    Donuts. Best. Ever. Compared to Kane's DD's donuts are doo-doo and Krispey Kreme is krappy. This is what a donut is supposed to taste like. Save a butternut for me.

    (4)

  • Lori A.

    The coffee rolls are to die for. Fresh, very soft and perfectly glazed. Get there early or they run out!

    (5)

  • Scott P.

    you cannot get a better donut anywhere. I live too close and smell the fragent donuts baking in the early morning. Try the UFO (giant coffee roll), or a real treat the lemon filled honey dip, WOW!!!! The coffee needs improvement not memorable!

    (5)

  • Jemima T.

    Eat the plain glazed. Kane's is a great place to go for donuts and coffee. Not great ambiance, but hey- it's a donut place! They make some other pastries too, and pies, but I can't venture beyond the plain glazed.

    (5)

  • Joe S.

    Get a Dozen Donuts from this place as a Special Treat. Then rent a fork lift to get the box out of the door. It's the Santarpios of Donuts! Note: These are "Cake Style" Donuts. Very different from Dunkin and MUCH better. More local reviews: routeonesaugusnews.com

    (5)

  • Andrea C.

    Kane's Donuts = AMAZING! Went and visited Kane's after seeing them on Phantom Gourmet, reading about it in Bon Appetit, and hearing about them from my in-laws who saw them on the Food Network or something similar. We figured if everyone was raving about them, Kane's should be good. My husband and I aren't huge donut fans but donuts definitely seem to be part of the New England culture so we decided to make a short trek to Saugus to try Kane's Donuts. Our consensus on Kane's Donuts - We Love It! Kane's is a no frills neighborhood donut joint and we truly enjoyed that. We ordered a giant coffee roll and a dozen donuts which included a black raspberry jelly filled, honey dipped, boston cream, maple sprinkled, and butter crunch. What's nice about Kane's is that they have the light fluffy donuts as well as the heavy cake donuts. The honey dipped is my personal favorite, it is not overly sweet but just sweet enough. My husband really enjoyed the Coffee Roll, it had cinnamon swirled inside with a bit of sugar glaze on top. I prefer more glaze personally but it was just right for my hubby. Kane's coffee is fresh and delicious. We love to order our donuts with a cup of coffee, then sit in the corner and people watch as we munch and sip. Kane's is truly a neighborhood family joint and it is fascinating to watch the locals come in order their donuts and greet everyone else there. You can find the retired locals, the young professional, the hung over party goer, the local family, down to the local little football league athletes, to little 2 year olds eating donuts bigger than their heads. In addition, everyone seems to know everyone. People are always friendly here which is truly wonderful. Kane's Donuts is a true gem!

    (5)

  • Deb L.

    don't get it., heavy, greasy donuts that have left me with a sick feeling after eating them. miss the light and fluffy krispy creme

    (1)

  • Anna Maria S.

    oH YEAh...NOTHING like a Kanes coffee roll! donuts...as they are supposed to be...YUMMMMM

    (5)

  • Renee F.

    Cellulite, meet Kane's Doughnut House. Kane's Doughnut House, meet cellulite. There are many days when I'm on the elliptical machine (okay, not many, but some) and I curse Kane's Doughnuts. Damn you chocolate cake, damn you boston cream, damn you cinnamon sugar and to hell with you honey dipped. You are the worst. The worst at being the best donut ever made my mankind. The doughnuts are huge, so one = 3 Dunkin. And when you have a Kane's doughnut, you'll never ever be able to go back to a doughnut that's given to you through a drive thru window. The hone dipped are crisp enough to have some resistance as you bite down but easily gives way to flaky, airy, moist deliciousness. And they are open a lot. Late nights, early mornings, just when the doughnut jones is coming on. Eat one now. Serioulsy, it's worth an extra half hour on the elliptical. Really.

    (5)

  • Dave B.

    Thirty seven reviews for a donut shop. Five stars. What should this tell anyone that has not had a Kanes donut. They haven't had the best. I don't think even way back in the day Dunkin donuts size & quality even came close to the size & quality of Kanes. All their donuts are great. Yes you can feed five with a coffee roll. And their coffee if good too. But my choice and what is always a must have is the chocolate honey dip. Parking is tough. Easy to get to about 10 minutes off Rt. 1.

    (5)

  • Joseph G.

    Biggest and tastiest Donuts in New England. And have you seen the baker. Man, you can see that guy looooves his donuts! And that's a good thing. NEVER, I repeat, NEVER trust a skinny baker. Anyhoo, the best jelly donuts. Soft, plump, and stuffed with jelly love. The chocolate cake donuts are glazed with super sweet sugar icing. And the glazed are light and fluffy until you realized you've inhaled three before sipping your coffee. Kane's the house of love that Donuts built.

    (5)

  • Mike R.

    Unreal. Seriously. Went to get the giant coffee roll and grabbed a dozen donuts too. Jelly is out of this world. It looks like a little hole in the wall, and , well it is. It was kind of crowded when I went Mon. morning but the line moved really quickly and the service was great. All in all the only place I will go from now on. Granted I have 25 minutes round trip to spare.

    (5)

  • Storm L.

    True doughnut shop, small, busy and so very good! I remember going here as a child many years ago and it hasn't changed. But now I can see over the counter! Old fashioned are lightly crispy and perfect for dunking, Chocolate and honey dip glazed write the standard. Apple filled quite good. They also have muffins, next on my list to try and a humongous wicked good coffee roll the size of a cake. Prices decent, but with the price of wheat climbing I'm not surprised to pay nearly $10 for a dozen. Still worth it and a delicious cheap treat.

    (5)

  • Christalina W.

    I was so disappointed w/ my Kane's experience. What a let down. I went early afternoon on a Saturday, and there were plenty of donut choices still left, so I opted for the chocolate glazed, and the chocolate butternut. The chocolate butternut was huge, and the outside topping was delicious, but the inside of the donut was dense and dry. The chocolate glaze on the outside of the other donut was standard, nothing special, and again, the inside was really dense and dry. I didn't think this place was worth the drive, or the calories. Maybe next time I'd go for the chocolate glazed, that had so much glaze on it, that maybe the inside would have been moist, and not tasted like a brick. Honey Dew donuts still has the best donuts, and highly beat out Kane's.

    (2)

  • Christopher H.

    Go here. Best donuts in the northeast, and probably the world. Great feel. Friendly staff. A place that gets it.

    (5)

  • Adriana M.

    This place is great! The doughnuts were impossibly delicious, the service is outstanding, the place is so cute and very clean! I loved it! Infact I'm going back later today to buy my friend 12 honey glazed doughnuts instead of a cake for her birthday because these doughnuts are so unbelievably outstanding! Best doughnuts in the world!!

    (5)

  • Dilly W.

    This place has some very good donuts, I wont repeat what everyone else has already said, however this is one of the very few places in the U.S. that gets the jelly donut right, just the right consistency and amount of jelly with enough dough so the taste isn't overwhelming. Anything with chocolate frosting is good too. Have yet to try the ginormous cinnamon roll but when I do I'll bump this up to five stars.

    (4)

  • Justin E.

    Great donut shop! This was my first stop after I got off the plane at Boston Logan, and it met my expectations living up to its reputation as one of the top donut spots in the country. I probably didn't get the freshest batch since it was about 5pm, but still great nonetheless. I tried the chocolate honey dip, regular honey dip, and jelly. All were terrific, but the jelly was the tastiest.

    (5)

  • Raymond W.

    All I can say is wow. Thankfully this place is located far away from me otherwise my weight would double over these delectable and enormous donuts and confections. I first stopped by on the way to Portland and sampled a few donuts with friends. The standard yeast glazed donut was soft and chewy with a nice even glaze that didn't leave you feeling to bogged down. The cake donuts were another story as the mix of the car ride and the heaviness of the donuts made me feel a little sick. However, the next time I came, I waited until I got home to eat one and was totally fine. The butter nut crunch and coconut donuts might be a little overkill, but were still awesome. The jelly filled donuts were flavorful and sweet without being overwhelming. Go with the raspberry. The boston creme is a must have with a smooth creamy filling. They also have a surprisingly good cupcake although it was huge and lasted me two servings. It may actually be the best cupcake in the boston area for me. The donuts are a bit pricier at $1.25-$1.50? half dozen at $7.50. They also have monstrous coffee rolls at $7.

    (5)

  • Vicky L.

    I've been wanting to try Kanes for ages but it's a little out of my way. One late night when I just couldn't sleep and was browsing yelp reviews, I noticed that Kanes was open at 3 am. When I walked into Kanes it was like a dream. There were huge donuts with pink and yellow thick frosting, whipped cream, sprinkles and jelly beans, donuts with gummy bears, peanut butter and chocolate donuts with reeces peanut butter cups. I felt giddy, like a kid in a candy store. The woman who rang me up was super sweet, probably because she has the best job ever. The donuts were good, probably not for someone who doesn't like super sweet over the top stuff overloaded with frosting, whipped cream, and candy, but I do like that.

    (5)

  • Stacey M.

    Went here last fall to try out the fabled coffee roll, which was indeed quite large and very tasty. BUT, I also brought home a chocolate honey-dip donut and nary a weekend has gone by since then that I haven't fantasized about it's cakey goodness. A bit crisp in spots on the outside, but soft and moist in the middle. Seriously the best donut ever. After reading the other reviews of the different donut flavors, it seems more and more apparent that a trip to Kane's may have to happen this weekend...

    (5)

  • Jim S.

    We had back-to-back-back Yelp's today, starting with a dozen from Kane's. They're all very good - just as others have mentioned. The coffee roll is immense. Good find. Thanks Yelp!

    (5)

  • Ed H.

    Outstanding donuts!! Once you've tried Kane's you'll always consider Dunkin as second rate. I've been coming back to Kane's for years and the quality has been consistently high. Glazed unfilled donuts are my favorite and the variety in this style includes blueberry, raised, cake, and many more. The coffee rolls are a must buy for anyone visiting for the first time.

    (5)

  • Lyndsay B.

    I have only been to this establishment once, but I really enjoyed my visit. Not only was the person behind the counter friendly, the rest of the people in the establishment were friendly, too! You know it's a good place when it attracts nice people (kind of like Yelp...). The doughnuts are fabulous. I had the blueberry-filled doughnut, and it was everything a doughnut should be. Heavy, filled to the brim and delightfully powdery. I also had a coconut raspberry doughnut, and that was also fabulous. The cider doughnut (just a bite!) was okay. The real cream bismark with blueberry filling was really great (also only a bite!). It is very well balanced between the cream, filling and doughnut. My husband and I will go back many times, even if it is a half-hour away. The prices are also very good. About $1 for a doughnut. I think that is reasonable, considering what DD is charging these days. Oh, and on weeknights, they're open til 11 pm. How great is that?!

    (5)

  • Lance M.

    So the deal is that we just moved to Lynn from J.P. I know,it's a long story.Anywho,our friend,who works in Boston,had mentioned that one of the girls in her office brings in this behemoth coffee roll every once in a while.I was intrigued. How big could it be? Well,I soon found out when my 2 teenage boys were over this past weekend. We went to Kane's to try some out. They are enormous. Each one had to travel in it's own pastry box. I had to hire guys with trucks off Craigslist to cart them home for us.OK..not that big,but impressively huge. Enough to have the wife and kids laugh out loud when I brought them out to the car. I didn't get to try the actual donuts,but next weekend,I'm definitely there.

    (5)

  • Bill U.

    What a find! This family run place is the sort of thing that makes small towns great. They are of course known for having the largest coffee roll around (think pizza size pastry), but I have honestly never had one... I can't get past the doughnuts! Everything is homemade very very early in the morning each day. On Sundays the line falls out the door as old and young stop by after church or as they start their day. Kane's has been around for half a century, making doughnuts, muffins, "real cream" Bizmarks, and on holidays, fantastic pies. If you want something specific, do call a day in advance because they can run out when demand is high. Tip: Call ahead for a vanilla cream doughnut; they do make 'em but rarely keep them in stock.

    (4)

  • Sara O.

    I'm from Wakefield, MA and am 28 years old and for the first time in my life, my mom says "Oh, there's this really good donut shop in Saugus... Kane's Donuts." We happened to be in the neighborhood and from the moment we got there, I was a fan. I like the old school sign and the fact this place has been around forever. We got a half dozen: honeydipped, chocolate honeydipped, old fashioned honeydipped, a toasted coconut and a coconut. Upon tasting them I concluded: THESE ARE THE BEST DONUTS I HAVE EVER HAD!!! I can't believe I didn't know about this place until today! The donuts are huge and sweet and soft and cakey and delicious. I am a super fan and I will be back. WOW. BEST DONUTS EVER.

    (5)

  • Judith S.

    I've on rare occasion had donuts as good as these, in other small town bakeries, but never any better. They are really amazing. I live nearby, but would make the occasional trip if I didn't. I love the wild blueberry, but they're seasonal. The chocolate is deep, the glazes are heavy enough to give that zen moment of satisfaction, but not overbearing. If you only indulge from time to time, this would be the place to do it. The people are super nice as well. Added bonus is the sweetness of the shop itself; super old school with wrought iron tables and big windows. Nice place to sit for a few minutes and sip your decent cuppa with your astonishingly yummy donut and watch the town life of Saugus come and go.

    (5)

  • Cosmo X.

    I have to say they are the best... Huge fresh and delicious... always!!!

    (5)

  • Jay P.

    By far the best donuts in the Northeast. I grew up with Kanes, and they're as good now as they were when I was a kid. I love the coffee rolls. They're big enough for four people. I wish they made a smaller one that you could eat on the go. A Kanes donut is worth spending an extra 20 minutes it the gym to burn off!

    (5)

  • Diana L.

    They have THE WORLD'S LARGEST COFFEE ROLL here. It's about 10-inches in diameter and super fluffy. Seriously, it's like the size of a small cat. You can get it frosted or glazed. I had me a little too much beer before going in there, so I basically just freaked out when I saw the thing. In addition to the ginormous coffee roll, they have a tasty raspberry bismarck with luscious whipped cream and also some pretty yummy donuts. Next time I'm in Salem, I'm going to stay up until 4am and get some Kane's fresh out of the oven. My travel buddy wants to get the giant coffee roll and wear it as a scarf.

    (5)

  • Michael J.

    The BEST donuts I have ever had. Homemade right there with all the ingredients your not suppose to eat..lol Who cares, once in a while I make a trip over because I have a Kanes attack and I have to have one of there unbelievable honeydips or plain (crispy outside and HUGE) donuts. This is the way a donut shop should be. Also, try Ziggy's in Salem, MA, another old fashioned donut shop with great donuts!

    (5)

  • John E.

    I've been eating Kanes Donuts for 20 years. As an extensive traveler I've have tried donuts all over, and I have to say these are the best, bar none. The service is top rate. As busy and popular as it is, you are always greeted by the friendly staff. My favorite, is the honey dip filled with jelly, you'll think you died and went to heaven! I'm just sayin...

    (5)

  • Robert F.

    i have wanted to get here for over a year and finally today i was going to be in the area - it is a few minutes off 128 - defenitely need to know where to go but it is worth the drive. they have parking for about 8 cars plus some on street parking. as you walk in you see a few stools for seating and 4 or 5 tables and then there is a wall of donuts. I tried the honey dip, a butternut, a chocolate coconut and a chocolate crueller. the honey dip was good - light in texture and not too sweet of a glaze. the chocolate coconut is as good as any i have had. the butternut was good and the chocolate crueller was good - but a little drier than ones i have had which made it kind of dense... All the donuts that i ordered were big enough that you feel you get your money's worth - i ordered a half dozen and one x-tra - it cost about $8, not bad. the interior is very clean and there were several senior enjoying a cup of coffee and splitting a donut. overall, the donuts are well made and there is a huge variety - I prefer my cake donuts to be a little more moist or lighter across the board but I would be very happy to have this as a neighborhood spot - prefer it head and shoulders to a dunkin donuts. I think that next time I go i would look for the yeasted donuts and maybe the cinnamon roll -- the chocolate coconut was worth a second visit, too. I am a selective fan - which is why i am so happy that they are a small business with such a great variety and I am happy to support them and spread the good news. I don't drink coffee so i can't tell you what it is like, the couple in front ordered a cup and they give you a nice mug and even will put the cream/milk on the side in a little plastic cup - or they could just be regulars. I imagine that there are a lot of regulars, especially senior citizens or retirees.

    (4)

  • Neha Y.

    I don't often eat donuts - and I'm thankful Kane's isn't near me otherwise I'd be indulging every day! I had a glazed - and it was absolutely delectable. A tad lighter than the rest ( or maybe thats just what I tell myself) but the perfect sweetness. Beats Dunkin Donuts any day....!

    (5)

  • Jeremy B.

    Best donuts ever!! The powdered lemon jelly is the best. My dad used to go there often when I was a kid, hell, he still does as the GE is nearby in Lynn. So much better than Dunks or Honey Screw, gotta love that old school flavour.

    (5)

  • Bill J.

    Wow. Just wow. This place is so much better than I imagined. I was channel surfing the other day and came across the Travel Channel. I saw this place on it and said "hey that's not too far from me!" So I decided to stop by last weekend because I love donuts and couldn't resist to come and give these guys a try. Well, let me just say that once you go here, you never go back. The donuts are all big and there's a ton of variety. I was only going to buy a dozen or so, but I couldn't stop and ended up by three dozen lol. I ended up buying a coffee too. All I have to say is that is was better than a Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks coffee. My kids and wife loved the donuts and my daughter just loved the powdered ones. I particularly liked the glazed. I ate about 6 of them I think lol. It's too bad this place isn't a little bit closer.The service was pretty good and the people seemed really nice and funny. I honestly loved this place and plan on coming back very soon. Come check this place out people.

    (5)

  • Tammy C.

    I love the new renovations at Kanes!!!! It was sure nice to be able to bring my wheelchair bound Mom there.She really enjoyed herself.The new restrooms are lovely. One of the owners told us they were not yet done with the place.I can't begin to describe how yummy the donuts are!! We tried a raspberry coconut it was great! My mom had a marble cruller she loved it.The staff was really nice and made us feel very welcome. By the way we took home 4 pieces of pizza Bubba h. they do still make it and you are right it was great.We love Kanes will continue to enjoy it!

    (5)

  • Tom K.

    I am really lucky I live not to far from Kanes.I go there just about every weekend.I love the coffee and the donuts they are really awesome.The coffee is just perfect not too strong and not too weak.I am hooked.As for the donuts I have lived in different parts of the states and nothing compares.The honey dip melt in your mouth.I am really pleased with the recent changes the place has been there 50 years it needed a facelift.Trust me try Kanes you won't be disapointed!!

    (5)

  • Randy D.

    On Saturday, June 21st, 2008. My fiancee and I decided to go to Kane's Doughnuts for our first visit as we were in the area (Logan airport) as we came from western mass. Anyways, We arrived at Kane's around 9:30 in the morning and I ordered 2 twists and a milk while my fiancee ordered a bismark and a coffee and we were not impressed at all with these doughnuts. I thought the doughnuts were way too heavy when doughnuts arent suppose to be. I agree that Kane's is better than Dunkin Doughnuts, But I have been to doughnut shops that were way better than Kane's. I am really not sure how or why MSN has named this shop to be one of the top 10 doughnut shops in america as I have been to a bunch of doughnut shops out on the west coast that is better than Kane's. There was even a doughnut shop in Everett, MA some time ago called "Mike's Doughnuts" that was alot better than Kane's. Of course, Living in this state, You dont have that many choices for good doughnut shops. Overall, I would say that my visit to Kane's was a big dissapointment considering all the great reviews it has recieved on various websites and my fiancee and I have no future plans on returning to this doughnut shop.

    (2)

  • Elaine C.

    When I absolutely, positively have to have a doughnut, I go to Kane's. Yes, we drive out of our way to get these special cake like confections. My husband gets one of the humongous coffee rolls which he eats over the course of the day. There is enough there to share between 2-4 people, but..... He also buys 1/2 dozen for me, I mean, for the rest of us. I love all the flavors. The coconut, chocolate coconut, and lemon filled are really my favorites. Mikes Donuts in Everett has the same type of donut. They are quite good also. I have really tried to be good and stayed away from these places, but sometimes only a donut will do.

    (5)

  • Danielle F.

    Everyone likes different types of donuts, but me I like most of them! Kane's is a family run business, and I can tell you they are great, but you have to get there early especially on a Saturday or Sunday Morning. They are not like Krispy Kreme's, which are good, but light, these are your heavier, meatier donuts if you will. A dozen weighs a good few pounds, but they are pure heaven. If you like donuts, you have to try them!

    (4)

  • Clu N.

    i saw kane's featured in best of boston and had to go. it's a small little donut shop with really delicious donuts. we got a dozen glazed for a party we were headed to, and a couple more for the drive there. amazing. at the party, people popped them into the microwave for just a bit for piping hot deliciousness.

    (4)

  • Christine G.

    omg these donuts are so AMAZING. I went to the location in downtown Boston and i's also great, but the original location has so many OPTIONS AND they're open on sundays. But no seriously these donuts are some of the best donuts I've ever had. They're huge, moist, soft and fluffy. The honey dipped donuts have the best glazing on them - so thick, it adds a nice crispiness to the soft donut. The kronut is also dreamy. I got the banana filled kronut with a little chocolate drizzle. The banana custard wasn't too artificial tasting, the dough was flaky. Like I seriously wish I could go there now and have another donut. They're not cheap, but they're definitely not expensive. You pay for quality, and I would gladly pay good money for these donuts. They have so many options and they're all so delicious I wish this place was next door cause I want one of these donuts everyday - they are my one a day woman's vitamin.

    (5)

  • Alexa F.

    Awesome donuts! I've had the chocolate glazed (true name chocolate honey dip?) very good! Also tried the two varieties of gluten free donuts that they keep separate. Both were awesome! They resembled the honey dip/chocolate honey dip donuts. I'll be back in the future!

    (5)

  • Christina A.

    Huge coffee roll a hit at school function,even got a Groupon in the past. More of a home made product than the dunkins kind. Awesome selections. Thankfully we limit our trips or we may look like donuts,lol

    (5)

  • Jenny R.

    Oh my god! What did I just eat?? So yummy!!! I tried BOTH the maple bacon donut and the lemon filled. So delicious. I can't say much more than that. The texture, the taste and the most delicious I've had (totally competing with Union Square donuts). I loved them!!! A must try. Totally worth the drive there.

    (5)

  • Rick M.

    I can't believe I've never been here before!!! This morning as I was covering a news story about a roof collapse on Lincoln Avenue in Saugus from all this snow we've had dumped on us, I stumbled upon Kane's Donuts. When I got up and brushed my knees off, right there in front of my eyes was the largest assortment of plump - yes I used the word plump to describe them - hot and gooey donuts I've ever seen. Fresh made too. Remember when all donut shops made them this way? Well Kane's still does! I had a hankering for honey dipped, so I went for the Honey Lemon. First bite was like heaven - lemon oozing out from the corners of my mouth. From Arnold's lips to mine: "I'll be back." Next time it'll be Creme Brûlée!

    (5)

  • John P.

    This place should get 5 Stars.......NEVER Ate or SEEN any donut like it in my life. UN Fu$&!? Real. I never knew donuts like this existed.

    (5)

  • Ashley B.

    I loved Kane's before they renovated the place. While it looks great, the sense and feel of what it used to be like is somewhat gone. Kane's makes a great doughnut, but I just cannot justify spending more than $5 for a dozen of donuts. I know that they have to compete with the likes of Dunkin's, but Dunkin's is slowly becoming the McDonalds of the doughnut world... When one goes to a doughnut shop or diner, they expect quick service [after all, doughnuts and coffee are not a stretch to serve], good food and conversation, and good prices. They have the food, but the conversation is missing and the good prices are gone. One thing that bothered me was that the last time I was there, the coffee was not "bottomless." Nowadays, all eateries are doing this, so I hope that this one blunder has been rectified.

    (3)

  • Shir L.

    Since there's no krispy kremes here in Massachusetts, where else could I go for a delcious glazed donut (originals always best in my opinion) Drivng the 45+ minutes is worth it for a fluffy honey dip donut paired with coffee and milk, to satisfy the cravings

    (4)

  • Elizabeth B.

    Best donuts in the world! I have had: PB&J, chocolate, old fashioned, honey dipped, cookies and cream, marble, turtle, snickers, blueberry, raspberry filled, Boston Cream and I'm probably leaving a few out. I crave them every weekend. I love this place. In business since the 1950s - donuts do not get better than this. Oooo and their huge huge coffee roll is to die for!

    (5)

  • Elfego S.

    The donuts are one of a kind here, just a wonderful and fantastic selection. I mean I might just stop buying donuts at dunkin and only buy here now. They also have a good selection in coffee hot and iced. Worth the drive to come up and try them. You will not leave disappointed. Trust me the fat boy in me says yes.

    (5)

  • Amanda B.

    I haven't actually been to this establishment but I was lucky enough for someone to bring these beauties into work on National Donut Day last week...my life since has forever been changed. These are BEASTLY donuts, I mean massive but they are the perfect consistency. The toppings and flavors are creative and fun. I had a small bite of a few different kinds but the classic glazed is out of this world. I hear the line to get in this place on weekends gets INSANE so plan accordingly for your little slice of heaven.

    (5)

  • Paula P.

    Only wish they had a lo-cal donut!! GREAT donuts. The best around anywhere! If you haven't had a Kane's donut, I recommend you plan on getting there. AMAZING.

    (5)

  • Joshua W.

    Has to be the best donuts on the planet. Only 1 mile from where I live and it's a struggle not to go in everyday!

    (5)

  • C L.

    Best donuts in the world! Wow, I mean really great. Glad I finally found this place.

    (5)

  • Flavia A.

    Kane's is situated in a suburb of Boston - in the town of Saugus. Unless you have family here, you're probably not going to come to Saugus for any other reason than Kane's. And a good reason it is! Kane's is a quaint popular little spot in a little white house that's been converted into a bakery. The people working there are super friendly and seemingly proud to work there. Most of the people I saw seem to be locals: people having business meetings, old friends meeting up, mother daughter donut runs etc. We had a half dozen. By accident we ended up with all cake donuts plus a creme brûlée. My fave was the chocolate glazed. Classic, simple, just so good. The blueberry crunch was admittedly poorly executed. Too sweet and not very crunchy. The egg nog donut was good, however it tasted more like bubble gum than egg nog. Whatever. The creme brûlée was really very good -- although no "Cointreau" from Blue Star Donuts in Portland, Oregon. Now THAT'S the best creme brûlée donut in the country. Anyway I'll definitely be back -- Fam lives around the corner and making a stop at Kane's is a no brainer! But I'll pass on the very weak coffee. PS I was kicking myself I didn't get in there early enough for a coffee roll or maple bar .. Both sold out. And it was only 10 am so get there early! ;)

    (4)

  • Katie N.

    Everyone is talking about the donuts but I have to say the bacon egg and cheese on a croissant is where it's at! So fresh, bacon is crispy, top notch really. I gave 4 stars because the display of donuts could be better it's hard to see what your choices are.

    (4)

  • Gina M.

    Do not waste your time at Dunkin Donuts. This place has the best donuts! I tried the bismark, maple bacon, and butternut donuts. They were all amazing. The donut was very fluffy and moist. It is worth the drive out of boston to visit Saugus for this treat. However i heard there is a location in the financial area in Boston. Staff and owner were also very nice to us. The owner took time to introduce himself, gave us a brief history of this family buisness. Nice place to take the family for a nice treat. Over 20 kinds of donuts, and muliple coffees and teas flavors.

    (5)

  • Carla S.

    I'm not sure about the hype of this donut shop, however, the service is really friendly. I find the donuts really dense and heavy. I'm used to Ohlins in Belmont, their donuts are fluffy and amazing.

    (3)

  • Mindy T.

    Still the BEST ever! After moving to NYC and trying a bunch of other donut shops here, nothing will ever compare to my love for Kane's. Came here on Sunday morning and the line was out the door. We were lucky it was a nice day out because we enjoyed the outdoor seating while the weather was still beautiful. Had to get my go-to, apple fritter. Phenomenal as usual. Also tried the Sam Adams Pumpkin Ale donut. WOW! Amazing! Service is fast and some of the employees will not want to deal with all the questions, but just get whatever looks good and keep the line moving! All the donuts are delicious!

    (5)

  • Tracy B.

    So I was sitting around like a fat kid on Yelp yesterday and looking at pics from Kanes, Mike's, Modern - just looking & craving a Cannoli & Some Donuts... and I came across my review of Kanes... Which brought to my attention a message I received from the owner from YEARS ago - I dont ever recall seeing this message before & I tried to respond, but the message must be soo old that I cannot... Which prompted me to come here to re-review, because I have NO Idea why I would have given Kanes a 3?! I love Kanes... Im here often - the only downside of this place is the parking, but the Donuts make up for that totally... The BF is a HUGE fan of the Snickers (make sure you get to a cool space right away if purchased in the summer) There are TOO many options to name here - but trust me they are all worth trying. The caramel Apple is one of my faves... So to the owner & your message, my apologies for never responding sooner, but I cannot understand why I would have given a 3... So no worries, Kanes is a fave & my Updated Review will reflect the true # that should have been given! Again, Parking aside - this place is a solid 5... Dont be scared of the line - It moves FAST!!!

    (5)

  • Karen N.

    As someone that grew up on the north shore, I know it's surprising that I had never been here....until now. The donuts were unbelievable. I brought my 4 year old daughter with me and I had the best French crueller of my life. We brought home a few other donuts and they were delicious. It also struck me that every employee there seemed happy and genuinely glad to be there. I just wish the prices weren't quite so steep!

    (4)

  • Vezna S.

    Came here a little close to their closing time so I shouldn't be surprised that they were running out of stock of their donuts. My Italian friend said she came here 3 years ago and wanted to come back again so we stopped by. The place was pretty dirty.. the floors were covered with large crumbs but it was at the end of the work day so I can't blame them for the mess. The staff were pretty nice. I got the chocolate coconut donut and it was pretty tasty. They even had rectangular pizza slices there in the donut shop which surprised me. There was also a lot of other pastries that I may try out during my next visit.

    (4)

  • Dan S.

    Born and raised on these delicious treats.. Decades of awesome.. I personally like the old fashioned cake dense doughnut. But they have some other great stuff on the day to day. Giant coffee roll, cupcakes, etc.... Service is on, fast and to the point... I finally decided to write a review after all these years because it's the right thing to do. Check em out, bring an out of town relative, you will be remembered through the legend Kane's for ever...

    (5)

  • Douglas C.

    I love your Donuts alway have. But not a big fan of your coffee. You changed brands New England was a better Coffee. I don't understand if it's not broken why fix it? I'll still buy your donuts . But will make my own coffee.

    (5)

  • Eric And Arisa C.

    I have to say, this place is the best donut shop within a 30 mile radius of Boston, hands down. We just moved from San Diego and have been on the hunt for a truly worthwhile reason to justify weekend donut runs - after 3 months of searching and 9 donuts shops later, we've ended our hunt with Kane's. HIGHLY RECOMMEND: The Blueberry Maine Donut -crisp, crunchy outside with a soft, flavorful inside The Butternut: -amazing toasted coconut, light and fluffy inside with a sweet but not too sweet flavor, perfectly balanced Apple Fritter: -it's like a cinnamon roll and an apple pie had a baby. It's soft and full of pure deliciousness Let me preface my 5-stars with this, these are not the donuts we are used to, this rating is based on comparing these donuts to those in the state of Massachusetts. We are used to California donuts, which, when you find the right shop (usually a hole in the wall run by an Asian family that's been there for generations), these donuts blow your mind. They are so light, airy, fluffy, soft, and flaky - on top of being texturally perfect, they are also FULL of so much perfect, balanced flavor, so much so, you could eat 5 full-size donuts without feeling like you've just eaten anything but sweet air. They're dangerous, really. Kane's donuts have a denser texture, but not a bad density - they are so well done. All the other shops we went to, their donuts left our mouths with a cakey, dry unpleasant finish. With Kane's donuts, every bite was full of beautiful, honest flavor that finished with a feeling of total satisfaction.

    (5)

  • Jonny C.

    Look.......... Fuck your trendy, new to the bandwagon donut shit. Kane's been did 'dat. When Homer Simpson drooled for a donut, it was Kane's. When Stephen Hawking was intrigued by his (Homer's) donut shaped universe theory, it was Kane's. When Abel's Donuts opened shop across town, it was Kane's who killed it, with biblical proficiency. (white lies help hyperbole, deal with it) Kane's is the greatest purveyor of donutry the world has ever seen. I dare your Union Square hipsterage to put out 3 dozens types errrrrydayyy. Orchard cider. Turtle. Ocktoberfest. Orange Crembrule. Escargot..... Classic, hipster, inventive, glutardesque....they does it right at Kane's. So please, if you love donuts, commence the suburban pilgrimage and take your chubby ass to a residential street in Saugus. Prepare for a fender bender in the parking lot, which is noteworthy in that it was laid out by a drunken Ray Charles. Donutriffic- no funk fakin' involved.

    (5)

  • Renea H.

    Best donuts ever!!! I am so tired of seeing dunks everywhere!! Everyone who works here always has a smile on their face. Love the fact that this is a family owned business as well. We drive all the way from Bedford.

    (5)

  • Dedania M.

    They have the best donuts hands down! Once you come here, you'll never want to turn back to Dunkin Donuts ever again. They have a whole selection of yummy donuts to fulfill your taste buds and they also offer drinks as well! Their parking is a bit small but overall, it's a cute place with amazing donuts. I honestly try to make all of my friends go here because it is so worth the drive. PLEASE GO HERE.

    (5)

  • Grace C.

    A coworker always brings in Kane's when we have potlucks/breakfasts at work. I really like their toasted coconut and I tried their maple bacon doughnut. I haven't been to the store myself, but if i were in the neighborhood, I'd definitely go and pick them up myself.

    (4)

  • Jen S.

    Go here. Go here right now. I can promise you, unless an unforeseen tragedy happens en route, there is absolutely no way on God's green earth that you could regret the decision to get a doughnut from Kane's. Now, I consider myself a bit of a doughnut connoisseur - in fact, instead of cake at my wedding: doughnuts. Instead of drowning my sorrows in mac n cheese: doughnuts. In any situation at all whereby I feel the need to reverse a full week's workout: doughnuts. Every time. These are - hands-down the most delicious doughnuts in all the land, and I will travel here for doughnuts no matter how long it takes me or how many people are crowding the place. When I was on a mission to find the best doughnuts in Massachusetts for my wedding, I tried doughnuts from eight different places within a 25 mile radius of Boston. They were all very good, some better than others, but Kane's was the first place I tried, and I went back in between every other shop for comparison purposes... who am I kidding - I just wanted more. EAT THEM.

    (5)

  • Adriano N.

    If you have not tried one of their doughnuts then try one and I guarantee you that from that moment on the thought of one of their delicious doughnuts will cause you to salivate. I like to think of myself as a health conscious person but I won't hesitate to cheat on my diet with one of their doughnuts. Hands down the best doughnuts around; the best I have ever tasted anyway. I would like to give tips on which ones are the best but I have yet to try one that was not delicious although if you do not get there early you may miss out on some of the variety of flavors.

    (5)

  • Bubba M.

    Not a bing donut fan BUT they do have quite a selection I've never had one here but I have had their muffins and coffee hence why 4 stars instead of 5 the muffins are good and coffee is strong to my liking their massive coffee rolls look great tempted to try one someday for a breakfast get-together.

    (4)

  • Tulani V.

    Can you say wholly super huge cinnamon bun? At Kane's the donuts and pastries are definitely on steroids. There are super sized treats and every donut imaginable is made on premises. You have to get here early because the shop closes early.

    (5)

  • John M.

    About 35 years ago I moved to Saugus from Revere. It was my first Sunday in town so I decided to try out that donut place on Lincoln Ave. I showed up and found the place closes on Sunday. "What!!! how can any respectable donut shop close on Sunday". Well they did so I was stuck going to DD. The next week I went on Saturday morning. Well they were "Fabulous". When I got to be about 45 I was diagnosed with Diabetes II ( probably from all the Donuts) so I had to limit my Donut consumption to special occasions. Well I was never a big fan of Italian Birthday cakes so I asked my Adult son who lived in Salem to pick up a dozen Jelly's to bring to Nonie's home in Revere where we would be celebrating. I only wish that they could make donuts that would taste this good and stay fresher longer. John From Salisbury

    (5)

  • Amylee D.

    So, my husband brought this giant coffee roll cake home one morning forever ago. Before he opened the box he said that I couldn't ask where it was from because he wouldn't tell me (because he KNEW I would go to eat this all the time). It was pretty insane. I wanted to eat the whole damn thing myself, but it's huge, so we threw it out after I made a fat kid outta myself, so as not to be tempted again--it's that good. Yesterday I was driving and thought about it again. Today, I am sitting at the computer and I said to my husband, "hey, where was that giant coffee cake thing you got me one morning from?" All he said was that it was a coffee roll. I slyly googled "coffee roll Lynn Ma" and up popped the Saugus Kane's Donuts. I said, "was it Kane's Donuts?" He said, "I dunno," and tried to hide his smile. I laughed. Honestly, I am writing this review so that I do not forget where the place is, lol, for the future (or tomorrow...). I don't know anything else about this place, but I hope to, in the future (or tomorrow...). Enjoy!

    (5)

  • D A.

    Donuts are 5 stars...haven't tried anything else. Always fresh...always a good selection. Lines move quickly. Staff is friendly-ish and keep things moving. $15.95/dozen

    (5)

  • Queenie B.

    Absolutely amazingly awesome. The way donuts should be. If u want to treat yourself, don't go to some half-rate chain donut store definitely come here. It's worth the drive! Bring the coffee roll to your next morning event & everyone will be psyched.

    (5)

  • Nancy C.

    I am so glad I found this place through yelp as I was looking for good eats in good ol' Saugus, MA! Definitely slightly off the beaten path, but well worth the drive. Friendly staff, good coffee. I bought half a dozen home to my folks in Chicago and went through the trouble of protecting the donut box like a baby through my flight home because it was THAT good. I really liked the maple bacon doughnut! So savory and sweet. Yums.

    (5)

  • Alyssa C.

    My boyfriend and I moved to Melrose nearly two years ago, and when we first moved in, we went to Kane's almost every weekend. It is such a fun place - the old timey donut shop atmosphere is a unique experience, not to mention the donuts are the best I have ever had! My favorite is the plain old glazed donut, although I love the variety of flavors that they have, including red velvet, Maine Blueberry, and other seasonal donuts including Caramel Apple and Pumpkin.

    (5)

  • Paula R.

    I picked up 20 doz assorted donuts this week for our employees. WOW! What a win for our team--all day long everyone commented on how delicious they were--from the peanut butter and jelly to the bacon topped donut and a red velvet in between--all outstanding comments. Thanks Kane's for being part of our employee appreciation treat!

    (5)

  • Harry H.

    Approaching 60 years in business, its reputation precedes it. The price - $1.35 - puts Dough in NYC to shame, but the taste can waver below it with some flavors. Went with a half-dozen to help with the drive home to NY, savoring the awesome texture and lightness in these satisfying, redefined donuts: raspberry-filled - best I've had honey dipped spectacular - on another level banana cream nutella - phenomenal butternut - superb choc butternut - meh turtle (turtle is typically caramel chocolate and pecan or almonds, but here they use toffee and scoff at you even asking the composition...after all that, it was remarkably too heavy for a donut, an impressive feat, and a shame given the lightness of their others) If not for the incompetent senior center bus driver unable to park in the too-small lot, the over eager customers who clearly visit a few times too often, the unacceptably dangerous roads around Kane's, and the police escorts for normal-sized trucks clogging our entrance AND exit, I'd be back often. (It's been on my list since I created a Yelp account, and sadly skipped the $5 for $10 Livingsocial deal 10.11 and Groupon $10 for $20 1/12.) Will be eager to try the Boston outpost, hopefully no more than double the price, and just as fresh, but would never drive back here despite how good they were (props on the 3:30am opening though). Most of the donuts are an easy 5, but there are some misses, so gotta go 4.

    (4)

  • Jacqueline C.

    Great variety. I love the honey-dipped donut! Came here on a Sunday morning at6:30am and there were already some people here sitting chatting and eating. I was gonna get the coffee roll too but the real size is way bigger than the one in pictures. So I got the apple crunch, pumpkin, pistachio, honey dipped,honey jelly and the cider donut . For some reason one of the donuts taste like coconut ; they probably got a wrong one for me. Overall, they were good but nothing super special. I expected a WOW based on the reviews on yelp. I like the dough and variety in union donut more. But if I'm around the Saugus area I probably will return and try out other flavors.

    (4)

  • Diane G.

    Donuts please! Didn't find out about this place until I read an article in a food magazine. This is a great cheat on your diet kind of a place. Yes it's a donut place but don't look down on the breakfast sandwiches and the fact that they sell local milk just a great bonus. The staff at any hour are a delight and are patient when you can't decide between all the goodness. The wall of donuts is split between cake donuts and yeast raised. They have the simply classic glazed to the maple bacon. They are known for the basketball sized coffee roll plus they have a full case of muffins, cupcakes, cookies and goodies. I have come to realize this place is a staple in the area.

    (4)

  • Bela S.

    If these guys have been around longer than Dunkin, why isn't there a Kane's on every corner?!?? Seriously the best donuts I've ever had. Period. End of story. No questions. We got half a dozen donuts; maple bacon, honey drizzle, Boston cream, apple spice, chocolate chocolate, chocolate coconut. All we FRESHas can be. The risk you take at Dunkin is getting a stale donut. Nothing like that here. And these are almost twice the size! We also grabbed a red velvet muffin chock full of chocolate chips. My seven year old niece ate the whole thing on her own! Coffee is good too. But they don't stock skim milk. Only 1%. Too bad. But that's not enough for me to even knock a star. These are some seriously delicious donuts. Forget about Dunkin'. You want Kane's.

    (5)

  • S. J.

    Never had better donuts. Kane's is gourmet bakery quality with cheaper than chain prices. Sorry, but these make Dunkin' Donuts donuts seem like airplane food or worse. Plenty of far more creative flavors, too. Cookies & Cream looks a little better than it tastes, while the coffee cake seems like a dud but will give your tastebuds something to dream about. Seriously. I don't care if you don't like coffee cake. Others are sad, sad excuses for coffee cake. This one is king. The Boston Cream also exceeds expectations -- this pick is no tourist trap; it's edible gold. There's also a maple bacon whose scent beckons to you from across the room. Blueberry is badass. The apple caramel will remind you that America is actually a great place overall after all. No, I didn't pig out on all these at once. Co-workers have brought these into the office several times. Today's my first trip to the Saugus shop. Had the egg, sausage, and cheese croissant -- obviously better than D&D's, though not on par with the donuts and coffee cake. Basically, give yourself a break from the cupcakes (so last year, amIright?) and try one when you're not in the mood to be healthy.

    (5)

  • Travis A.

    So, I've heard about Kane's for years, but never stopped by until this morning. So glad I did! I originally intended to just get one or two donuts, but when I saw their awesome-looking selection, I ended up getting a half-dozen. So far, I've had their Chocolate Cronut and half of a Raised Coconut Donut. I've never had a Cronut before, so can't compare theirs to others, but it was great! I'll be back to try their other varieties!

    (5)

  • Michael S.

    Someone brought a box of these into work... and it was so good I had to write a Yelp review about it. So here goes... 'yummy dooooonuts'.

    (5)

  • Benjamin M.

    Great community-minded local ownership. You've seen all the glowing reviews of the doughnuts, now go on in and enjoy!

    (5)

  • Jeremy M.

    WOW. Just WOW. Delicious donuts of every size (coffee roll is huge) and shape. Expect a wait, but accept it as a small price to pay for sugary delights aplenty.

    (5)

  • Jasmin V.

    Busy place during the morning. Small private parking lot. Easy street parking. -Honey dip donut: Good but nothing special. -Snickers donut: Very sweet, a little too much sugar. -Turtle donut: Good but not what I imagined for a turtle donut. Not much nuts more caramel. Donut are good but did not blow me away. Maybe I expected more. Better than Dunkin Donuts but not that original most are standard flavors.

    (3)

  • Melissa F.

    Best donuts in Boston. Family owned and the donuts are always fresh. They recently switched to Peet's Coffee which is good. The breakfast sandwiches are surprisingly delicious too. Staff is friendly and they are really engaging on social media too, which I appreciate in a local business.

    (5)

  • Jason A.

    Why 3 stars? Simple. We start out at 5 stars for the photo of Cathy S. that she kindly uploaded to Yelp for us. She looks like she is in the middle of taking an enormous shit while chomping down on her blueberry donut. Seriously, that photo alone is worth a 6th star. Drop 1 star for the absolute shitshow organization inside. Like this is worse than Mike's Pastry Shop disorganized. 4 staff members, all yelling "Who's next???" while confused customers look at each other. How about this for constructive criticism: Kane's, please just have people take a number like at the deli. If it works for Stop & Shop, it'll probably work for you too. Drop 1 more star because you have to be 6'2 to see over the front display counter to pick out what donuts you want. Unless I missed the memo, and only Boston Celtic players ate at Kane's, why the fuck is your display counter so tall? My wife, who is 5' on a good day had to hop up and down in order to see what the bottom 2 rows of donuts were. Drop 2 stars for the fact that the girl who picked out our donuts touched one with her bare hands, and didn't think twice about it. Look. I get it. You're 17, and working this job so that you can go Dutch with little Timmy on your big date this Friday night at the movies. But I have no fucking desire to consume the bacteria that you have because I know what you and little Timmy were doing when you both got a little hands-y on that date. And finally... plus 1 star for (as everyone has said), the deliciousness of the donuts. We got 6. And my wife ate 4 by the time we got home. So if you live in Saugus, I can understand you stopping by Kane's Donuts. But if you don't, it's not worth more than a 15 minute drive.

    (3)

  • Di L.

    I love Kane's Donuts. All of them. They make the best old-fashioned sour cream-glazed donuts I have tasted this side of the Mason-Dixon Line, and I wants to nom them until I get diabetes from too much donut-nomming. KD is just my type of EXTREME. I used to get the ginormous coffee rolls for my students before their midterms, so I know for a fact that one of these can feed 50 people. Plus, they are open so early and close so late that they might as well just be open 24 hours a day and save money on locks. My only complaint is that KD is out in the butt end of nowhere and I can't go to there as often as I want to. Why? Why must you tease me so?! KAAAAAANE!!! *shakes fist*

    (4)

  • annie s.

    Creme brûlée and maple bacon donuts are great!!! I stopped by on a Monday for my first visit. I arrived around 1pm and they were out of most donuts. But I got the turtle and snickers donuts... Delish! My most recent visit I got the Creme brûlée and maple bacon donuts. Holy moly!!! These are some of the best donuts I've had. Do yourself a favor and go to Kane's in Saugus when you're in the Boston area.

    (5)

  • Jocelyn G.

    Went here with a groupon to use but got there too late to get the cinnamon rolls that I wanted. Got glazed donuts and a few others instead. The groupon didn't work, but that wasn't their fault...some kind of snafu at Groupon. The donuts were tasty, but I would definitely get their early. Handmade donuts seem to go stale a little faster than DnD...probably because they use real ingredients.

    (4)

  • Jeff M.

    Where to begin? There is a reason this has been voted one of the best donut shops in the entire country. Find me a better donut and I'll attempt to have you institutionalized. You crazy son, crazy as a soup sandwich! The only drawback here is that it can get crowded because the ordering counter is kinda small. Standard for a donut shop like a ubiquitous Dunks on every corner of most Mass towns but this place probably does triple the volume of those shops so it would be nice if they were a tad bigger, that's all I am sayin'. Anyway, the good outweighs the bad 100 to 1. If it is crowded on a weekend morning like it usually is when we are there, just take your box outside while basking in the sun, chowing on some Snickers-friggin-donuts! Don't like Snickers, how about Oreo? Or M&M's? It should almost be illegal to feed someone this much sugar before 9 AM but hey.....you're only going to go once or twice a month at most, right? Live a little. I've had naughty dreams about some of these donuts. Most involve heading to Revere Beach after grabbing a quick dozen, taking off my shirt and then instead of using suntan lotion, I break open the box of delicious hoops and begin rubbing them all over my body in an attempt to ward off harmful rays. I then wake up in cold sweats wondering where the hell I am and get upset when I realize I'm in my own bed and not in Kane's back kitchen making this all a reality. Skip the 57,000 calorie coffee "roll" and just pick up the widest variety of doughy nutz this side of Inglewood, CA and Randy's. Follow that up with a short ten mile walk back into Boston to burn off said calories. The end.

    (5)

  • Melissa H.

    The Red Velvet donut is to die for! Make sure to get one for now and one for later. You'll be so happy to have a plain glaze around 4:00 p.m. for a nice pick me up. My dad had a plain cake donut and enjoyed it also. The Hazelnut iced coffee was good and strong! We will be returning soon!

    (5)

  • Linda T.

    I love Kane's yummy products, but the people that work there could use some MAJOR customer service skills. I've been at times when its very busy and the line is out the door, and times when I'm the only one in line. The counter people are just plain RUDE. They act like they are doing you a favor by waiting on you. I went in on a Friday afternoon, the tables were full, but the counter didn't have one person waiting. It still took 3 people about 5 minutes to ask if they could help me. I just don't understand their sense of superiority towards their customers.

    (3)

  • M A.

    I'm not a donut person, but those ones over there are "Ohhhhh!!!" OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! Close your eyes to every single bite and get the ultimate goodness out of the experience! Don't be shy. Go ahead! The fact that they treat you like family the second you walk in bundles up the entire experience!

    (5)

  • Irwin F.

    Kane's is one part of the holy trinity of independent donut shops in Mass., the others being Donna's Donuts in Tewksbury and the (dearly departed) Mike's Donuts in Everett. Kane's serves the real deal, so there is no way to mistake their donuts with the factory-produced hockey pucks you get at Dunkin Donuts (Fred the Baker is rolling around in his grave). Your first reaction when you walk in is "I'll take one of everything." And there are no wrong choices here. Everything is awesome, from the chocolate honeydipped to the glazed to the pinnacle of donut perfection....the glazed jelly. They obviously put a lot of love into every donut they make. And unlike some other independent donut shops like Demets in Medford, Kane's actually still sells donuts after 8:00 am. You can go there at 12:00 pm on a weekend and they still actually have donuts on the shelves. Service is friendly and the place is clean. Thankfully it is a 30-minute drive or else I would be 50 pounds heavier.

    (5)

  • Jim S.

    After seeing Kane's Donuts featured on Chronicle one night, my wife and I decided to drive to Saugus (from Haverhill) and give these homemade donuts a try. They were just ok. Too cakey (sp?) and heavy for my liking. I would have loved to try another variety as my second donut, but I was full after one.

    (3)

  • Caroline J.

    The actual best donuts I've ever had. Shared a half dozen with some friends, and they were amazing. Worth the drive and the wait in line out the door.

    (5)

  • Marie M.

    I grew up in Saugus. One of my best memories was getting Kane's donuts on a Sunday morning. They truly are the BEST!

    (5)

  • Richard C.

    You love donuts. Every kind, every shape, every flavor! Then you die and end up in donut heaven. You're in Kane's!!! After dealing with the corporate blandness of Dunkin's or Honeydew, what a pleasure this place is. You can hardly lift a box of a dozen donuts. They are all hand- made, use the freshest of ingredients, and you can taste the love. They are not cheap, but they are so satisfying. It's the difference between a burger at McDonald's and a burger at a steak house. These are the Cadillac of donuts. At 5:30 in the morning, there is a line. But the counter people move quickly, yet are very patient when people just can't decide. And there's more! Their assorted pastries and muffins are great. Huge and flavorful. And if you want huge, get the coffee roll. It can easily feed 10-12 people. Quick note: they make outstanding pies, order at least a week early for holidays so you won't be disappointed. And take it from many personal experiences: when you show up at someone's door with a box that says "Kane's" on it, you'll be the most popular person at the party!

    (5)

  • Damien S.

    I had one of those headaches that are called headaches even though you really just feel it in your eyeballs and at the bridge of your nose which are both on your head technically, but your head is your skull, right, so I'd actually call it a faceache if anything but anyway. The pain was astounding and had me dizzy to the point of falling over, so I laid my throbbin' noggin down on a big, cushiony pillow and passed out to dreams of chocolate rivers, jelly volcanos and mountain climbers scaling monumental cupcakes with snowy peaks of icing and fondant. And in this land o' candy and pastries, I crossed a peppermint bark street without looking both ways and was hit by a cocoa Cadillac cruising at on outrageous 7mph. There are gummy children in this neighborhood! But it was a warm day, so the car crumpled before I did, ejecting its Chocolate Buttercrunch radials upward and outward, and into my "Oh noooo!" open mouth which closed and opened over and over until the tire had disappeared. Now, with the sweet taste of expertly crafted donut in my craw, I turned my attention to the Yield sign, ignored by the Caddy's captain and glistening in the butterscotch sun. One bite, and it proved to be a most addictive honey dipped donut, which made sense as I was in the Donut district of Donutville. Right by the donut store. Y'know, Kane's Donuts? I went back for another piece of that Yield sign and noticed the sun glowing brighter and brighter and brighter until finally... I woke up. And when I did, I noticed my pillow was gone. Only it wasn't a pillow. I had actually fallen asleep on Kane's honey dipped donut, because it's that big, and had actually eaten Kane's honey dipped donut, because even asleep, it's that addictive.

    (5)

  • Rachel P.

    Kane's Donuts has the most creative flavors you can imagine... Baklava, Snickers, Cookies n Cream, the list goes on! Definitely worth the visit. Always a treat to stop by.

    (5)

  • George R.

    Great arrive, great donuts and a real family oriented business that is patriotic and kind!!!

    (5)

  • John O.

    I'm the first to admit that I'm not a huge fan of sweets...But these donuts rocked my world. The honey dip and the maple are my current favorites. Do yourself a favor and check this place out.

    (5)

  • Mike G.

    Ya know, I grew up in revere...been going to kanes since I was a kid...today I went in there with my girlfriend (it was her first time), after raving how good the donuts were etc etc.... we go in there...they were out of a lot of product..the place was crowded and there was no formal line we waited 10 minutes to order...then another lady just waltzes in the door, and the clerk just starts taking her order....takes the last donut my girlfriend wanted... we finally waited another 5 minutes being ignored and then got to order. The donuts we got were dry and not appetizing at all. Clerk was not friendly and rushed us. Not sure if I will come back or not... unacceptable....

    (2)

  • Sam T.

    They have the best doughnuts I've ever tasted, you must try them. Enough said.

    (5)

  • G R.

    (This review is solely based on coffee) I'm not a huge doughnut lover but I always came here for their freshly brewed coffee that came in amazing flavors ( maple was my favorite). To my dismay I came here this morning for the coffee to find out that they now sell Peets coffee( A weak chain coffee company with flavor shots). Time to find a new place that has BREWED FLAVOR, not sugary fake tasting flavor shots. Highly dissapointing.

    (1)

  • John D.

    Yo these donuts are mad good. That's why their name has the word donut in it. Where else can you wake up at 4am craving donuts? You want plain donuts, please go to a typical donut place. You want something to fulfill your wonderful, chocolately cravings? Kane's the place to go. I've been here twice, always buying myself a donut... maybe 2 sometimes. Boston Cream donut. First time I was there... sold out ): Make sure you get there early to get your hands on one of these limited time offer donuts. I was so sad... But 2nd time I was there, there was about like 4 left! I was tempted to order 2 LOL. Didn't want others to suffer the way I did the 1st time I was there. That's just how good these are doe. It's not too sweet, not too little filling, not too much chocolate, and not to much filling. I can say the best Boston cream donut ever man. I've tried the Turtle, Creme Brulee, and some Apple one. Boston cream still the best. $9 for 1/2 dozen of Kane's Donuts? I'm sold. Bought 6. No regrets.

    (5)

  • Dan M.

    I haven't here since my son was born (2 and change), but Kane's is seriously the most wonderful place on the planet. Giant, delicious donuts. It's a great place to sit down with friends and share a half dozen. Enjoy a no-frills coffee. The honey glazed is my favorite, but I also really enjoy their butternut and coconut. They have a Boston crème style don't, though they might call it a custard-filled. don't quote me on that. My wife "like" the chocolate glazed, but she says it isn't chocolate-y enough.

    (5)

  • Dave A.

    Best Donuts I ever had!!

    (5)

  • Jason F.

    i have been wanting to check this place out for a while and finally went on Sunday. Unlike my other donut place Twin DO-nuts, it looks like Kane's make their donuts throughout the day since we got there at noon and they were still stocked. i got the reese's doughnut, for 1.75 and it was amazing, and huge! love this place, i will be back! the staff was also really nice, very helpful!

    (5)

  • Dave F.

    The best! Last time I went there it was so late in the day the only flavors they had left weren't appealing to me. I wouldn't have gotten them had it been anywhere else. Guess what?! They were all great.

    (5)

  • Bill B.

    Kane's donuts is a true 5 star place. Donuts are by far the best I've ever had. The only way to describe the place is that it's OFF THE CHAIN!!!!

    (5)

  • Sam G.

    The place opens at 3:30am. That is real donut integrity. These rival Union Square Donuts. Man, I just love that they're open so late. I had some kind of apple thing right out of the oven. Sublime. These rival the "gourmet" donuts out there and are wicked cheap. Nice lady working there, too.

    (4)

  • Shaundree D.

    This place is the real deal! My husband and I saw Kane's featured on the Travel Channel and decided to take a weekend road trip to Boston that included a stop here. We were so glad we did because these donuts were among the best that we have ever had. All of their donuts and pastries are handcrafted works of art. This place is also one of the warmest, welcoming establishments that we have ever been to. The owner was super friendly and he and his staff take pride in their products and it shows in their quality, variety, and scrumptiousness. My favorite was the creme brulee and my husband is in love with the cookies and cream. If we lived near this place we'd be in serious trouble......

    (5)

  • Patrick H.

    Believe the hype. Heed the call. Trust what you have heard. Kane's Donuts is the real deal. There may be donuts just as good as Kane's somewhere, but there isn't a better one out there. So many choices. If you want to gussy up your donut with nuts and caramel and peanut butter and chocolate and whatever else comes to mind, you have that option and you will NOT be disappointed. As for me... I like to keep it simple. That Honey-dipped donut is "crack-addictingly" good. However, If I'm really feeling froggy... it's hard to beat the Creme Brulee donut. A cream filled donut topped with sugar which is then bruleed just like the famous dessert. It's every bit as naughty as that sounds. Guilt never tasted so good.

    (5)

  • John S.

    We drove nearly an hour to check this place out, and it was worth the drive! These may have been the best donuts I have ever had, and I've had a lot of donuts. My brother in law says they are the best he has ever had. And it isn't just that they are good; they have unique ones too. I had a pistachio glazed (the glaze was pistachio flavored with bits of the nuts in the topping) that was out of this world. Kane's gets my top recommendation!

    (5)

  • Victoria B.

    This place rules! Great neighborhood gem. I live right down the street and have been getting Kane's donuts all my life! Some of the best donuts I have ever tasted. The coffee rolls can feed a small army and they are delicious!!! I'm also a huge fan of the jelly donuts (don't knock it unless you've had a Kane's jelly donut because they are so fresh and sweet and delicious) I highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys things done right and a very good donut. Service is always wonderful and hey the coffee ain't bad either.

    (5)

  • Ambrose C.

    Are you looking for some of the best doughnuts in the somewhat decent state of Massachusetts? If you said yes, this place may have your answer. A girl that I know went to this place very early during a Sunday morning, and delivered a large box filled with doughnuts to me and a few other decent but good guys, a few nice girls and a few nice ladies. We opened the box, and there were a variety of doughnuts. One doughnut is really big, about 13.5 cm wide, and about 5 cm thick, using rough estimates. Since each doughnut was fairly big, we cut them up into pieces and ate them like cakes. Some of the flavors I remember having were the Honey Dipped, the Chocolate honey dipped, the Nut Crunch, and this chocolate doughnut that was covered with pieces of the Heath candy bar. The honey dipped doughnuts had this amazing soft chewiness on the inside, and the flavor had this nice sweetness. As for the Nut Crunch, it also had that same tasty chewiness on the inside, and I liked the slight nutty sweetness on the outside. The chocolate variety doughnuts were also great, almost better than eating a freshly baked chocolate cake. All of us really enjoyed the doughnuts, but also felt a little heavier and a little unhealthy after eating them. Half of a doughnut, with a glass of nice fresh cold milk should be enough for a sweet breakfast, and could fill up the stomach of a somewhat lanky young adult man who is not a teenager, but younger than the age of 29. If you want an even more detailed explanation on how good these doughnuts actually are based off my experiences, here's your answer: One doughnut from this place is probably 5 times tastier than a doughnut made in a Dunkin Donuts in the somewhat decent State of Massachusetts, 4 times tastier than a doughnut made in a Honey Dew Donuts in the somewhat adequate but low taxing State of New Hampshire, 3 times tastier than a doughnut made from a Krispy Kreme in the very plebeian and somewhat rough Southern State of Louisiana (I actually had a great time there), and quite possibly 2 times tastier than a doughnut made from a Tim Hortons* in the slightly better but cooler Province of Ontario (more specifically, within the "GTA", since Ontario is a big Province). *Tim Hortons are a large chain of doughnut and coffee shops that are extremely popular in a somewhat better country called Canada and are very popular for Canadians who actually need coffee so they can do things such as checking emails on their Blackberries. From how I described the doughnuts that this place makes, they are definitely better than the doughnuts made in all the major doughnut retailers I have visited so far. They also make this really big pastry, called a coffee roll, and I was able to have a few pieces after a friend's girlfriend made the trip to get some desserts during a dinner I had with some people that I know. It looks like a cinnamon bun, and it is more than 30 cm wide and almost 8 cm thick. It is a great alternative to the doughnuts and one roll, cut into small pieces should be enough to feed 6-8 people wanting a light breakfast with a good amount of cold milk. It was also very tasty, with that nice soft chewiness on the inside, and a nice sweetness on the inside. The texture is very similar to the doughnuts. According to the girl that I know, she told me that it opens at 3:00 AM, so I could understand why police officers who are working during the night would want to come here. It closes early in the afternoon, making this place more of a breakfast place. It's also located in Saugus, a town that is about 35 minutes North of Boston, so you need to drive a car to get here. Overall, this is probably one of the best places to get a doughnut in Massachusetts. It is also the type of place that you should only go once in a long while, and not often. Although they are really tasty, eating a lot of these doughnuts and pastries from here are also not very healthy for you, and I would strongly recommend that you have a really good exercise routine after eating. After eating a few pieces of the coffee cake from this place, I actually did a one hour intense exercise routine, and I felt significantly better.

    (4)

  • Liliana C.

    This was a nice local place--seriously hopping on the Sunday morning we went--but the donuts we had here were not really anything to write home about. Not sure why they're so famous, except for the nice local flair~~ of the place.

    (3)

  • Tanya Y.

    The coffee roll is bigger than your face. Legit. And, at ~$1.50 for one (very large!) donut, or ~$12.50 for a dozen, it's money well spent. We were lucky to have a $10 Google offer [similar to GroupOn] that allowed us to buy up to $20.00 worth of goodies from Kanes. There are a variety of donuts to choose from, each topped or filled with different yummy things, but by far the ones to get are anything with butternut, raspberry preserves, or coconut. If you don't like donuts, pies, muffins, breads (like pumpkin and banana nut), cupcakes, and other pastries are available too. Coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and other beverages are also available at Kanes with ample seating to enjoy your purchases. A small parking lot is attached to Kanes, which is a good plus. AND! The workers are incredibly helpful and nice. We were the group of dingbats that came strolling into the store 30 minutes before closing, and were happy to see that a good variety of things were left for us to purchase. The guy behind the counter answered any question we threw at him and kept a smile on for us the entire time, which I greatly appreciated. I swear by the end of sampling a good 6 donuts amongst 5 people, I felt like I grew another chin. But it was so worth it! Thanks Kanes! :3

    (5)

  • Robert M.

    This is just a comment on the Maple Donut. Dudes, you can't take a glazed donut and spread Maple frosting on it and call it a Maple Donut. Just does not happen. Waaaayyyyy toooooo sweeeeeet. Ruined the experience. Also, Bacon Donut with Maple frosting. Gotta be more than just an old fashioned with maple frosting and a piece of bacon. You need bacon fat, and bits of crumbled bacon in the dough. then frost with maple frosting. That, is how you make a Bacon Donut. They sometimes disappoint at this place man. It bums me out.

    (2)

  • Youssof M.

    I do try to avoid unnecessary carbs and calories, but it's very difficult when the donuts are this good. Start off with their classic, the Honey Dipped is awesome. If you want them fresh come early, they open at 3:30am and it's worth a late night (early morning?) visit for the fun of it. They've recently introduced the cronut (a donut/croissant monstrosity originally created by Dominique Ansel in NYC) it's not exactly like the original, but it's the closest you'll find without traveling to New York (I word of warning, it's one of the sweeter creations they have). Other than the donuts I've only tried the Apple Pie, which was excellent in my opinion, took me a week to finish it. Finally, get yourself some coffee, it's excellent and goes obviously well with any sugar high!

    (5)

  • Ben P.

    One uniform price for large, specialty donuts?? It's too much. My wife and I split 4 donuts because we really, really these like donuts. I didn't expect to eat two and half in one sitting, but I could not stop. For over the top goodness, grab a Reese's donut with straight up peanut butter slathered on top. For a subtle treat, the honey glaze is a must. Worth the 30 min drive from Brookline 5 times over.

    (5)

  • Natalie T.

    With flavorful donuts and cinnamon buns the size of your head, there's a reason it's so popular. Even the plain donuts are delicious and they also have fun flavors like coconut, snickers, or peanut butter cup. The coffee isn't bad either.

    (5)

  • Cathy S.

    Shhh... don't tell hubby that I will be going on a donut quest soon... bonappetit.com/magazine/… I have always been a closet donut lover. As an avid ramen lover, I choose ramen as my source of carbs. But have always had a love of a GREAT donut. After our stay with friends in RI, I asked hubby to stop here on our way to Portland Maine. Hubby thought I was nuts but he always accomadates me! My passion? Jelly filled, any kind of jelly. Let the ooze begin.... yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… Oh my word! First of all the bread/outer portion of the donut was to die for! Not like an ordinary donut such as KK or Winchell's, more like a dense cake. Blueberries are the thing in New England, so of course I had to have the blueberry filled. And boy, was it filled! The ratio of jelly to the rest of the donut was 3/4 jelly to 1/4 outer bread as it should be! Hubby enjoyed his. I can't remember which he had but, he just loved it! My out of focus yummy donuts! yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… Part of the menu yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… The coveted box yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… Didn't have coffee here for the simple reason it was approximately 11 am. Interior yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… yelp.com/biz_photos/zTOs… Patio seating is available as well. Donuts - 5 Stars! Oh my word 5 Stars! Ambiance - 5 Stars - VERY clean and well organized Service - 5 Stars! - Love the MA accent and she was so patient with this tourist! Told us we came in too late for the good stuff! What the heck? What we ate was phenomenal. Wish my pic came out better... Dislclaimer - I do not claim to be a donut connoisseur, but heck, it is on Bon Appetit's list, must be good! And I do know what I like!

    (5)

  • MaryLynne G.

    Absolutely delicious! Every donut we tried (five- whoops!) was tasty and fresh. They also have three flavors of cronuts which are hard to find near Boston. The iced coffee was also amazing and the counter service was very friendly. Tables to eat at inside and outside as well.

    (5)

  • Sam P.

    My husband and I were in a mood for a GOOD donut (read NOT dunks) and found this place close by (we live in Melrose). Since we had not been here before we figured we would get 6 different flavors to try, to see what we liked. I have a love for everything chocolate and coconut so we went with a turtle and a coconut for me. He loves creme brulé and we picked the creme brulé and butter crunch for him. We did the honey glazed as an "original" contender and the maple bacon as a crazy flavor. In last place came the maple bacon, we were not in love. In 5th came the turtle. Don't get me wrong, it was still a good donut, but too much going on. Creme brulè came in 4th. The burned sugar on top was a little over the top. We enjoyed the donut itself and the creme custard filling, but there was just too much sugar on top. 3rd was the honey glazed. It was delish!! The coconut and butter crunch shared the top spot, we couldn't decide between them and to me they were as good as my grandmas homemade donuts and that is A LOT coming from me as nothing has ever come close :-) If I could have given 4.5 stars I would have... Go there when you get a chance and don't go too crazy in your selection, simple is better here!

    (4)

  • April P.

    I've been told this place is the best donuts in MA before, but never got around to visiting until last weekend. We went on a Friday evening, so obviously the selection was smaller than if we had gone in early. We got a half dozen donuts and a coffee to go. The coffee was okay. I got a jelly, raspberry coconut, and pumpkin. My boyfriend had 2 cinnamon and an apple cider. I liked the raspberry coconut the best. Pumpkin was dry (I did not think to microwave it before eating). When I did microwave the jelly, it softened up quite a bit, but then the jelly was hot, so still not sold. My boyfriend loved the apple cider (I prefer fresh ones from a farm stand), but wasn't into the cinnamon. If I were to compare this place to a chain like dunkin or honey dew, then yes it is definitely better. Definitely. But I used to live in Salem next to the best hole in the wall donut shop to exist- Ziggy's donuts. And unfortunately this place doesn't hold up if you compare them. I would go back just to try other flavors, and maybe try to get them when they are more fresh, but I probably won't drive out of my way to go there again. They do have late hours which is a plus.

    (3)

  • George L.

    Wow! The Creme Brulee donut alone lives up to this place's reputation. With 2 visits and plenty of donuts under my belt from Kane's I can say it's a must for donut enthusiasts. PASS

    (4)

  • Judi E.

    best. donut. shop. ever. period.......chocolate dipped- to die for.

    (5)

  • Yalgin O.

    open super early and serves the greatest donuts that Dunkin can only imagine!

    (5)

  • Dave F.

    There are a lot of huge things to carry away from Kane's Donuts. Everything here is a bit bigger than most donut shops (and the cinnamon rolls are a LOT bigger), but the biggest thing I carry away every time is buyer's remorse, and if you're anything like me, you'll feel the same way. Don't get me wrong! I never regret anything I eat from Kane's. It's all great. However, I am a tiny little man and can only cram so much food into my face in one day. There are limits! So I stand before the wall of donuts paralyzed with choices. Cookies and creme donut? Turtle donut? Reese's cup? Apple Cider? Blueberry? Red Velvet? Chunky Monkey? ohgodohgodohgod. It is impossible for me to pick the correct donut because no matter what I get, no matter how good, there will always be something else I wish I'd chosen. I'll love what I got and hate that I didn't get something else. It's a crisis. With my last crisis, the problem only got worse. Because this time, I got a breakfast sandwich. Just an egg and cheese on an everything bagel. Why did I do that? It was so good! But a breakfast sandwich takes up so much donut room! And now I'm going to want it every time I go! But donuts! UGH! Take a step back, Kane's, everything doesn't need to be so good.

    (5)

  • Kristian B.

    Kane's in Saugus is fantastic! You can tell the doughnuts are made fresh. This place is a hidden gem in a random part of Saugus. They open nice and early, the coffee was fresh, it's just one of those places that you can tell puts in the effort. Go try them out - the minute you lay you eyes on those fabulous pastries you'll be in love with the place, guaranteed!!!

    (5)

  • Ginny T.

    I will preface this review with a disclaimer that I cannot be truly objective about grading the quality of donuts because all of the best donut shops are run by Cambodians and Vietnamese in California, from whence I kinda-sorta come o New England (sometime at the turn of the last century). I hung out at a Cambodian donut shop, wrote a play about it, and my musings about them are now a part of off Broadway history. Great! You say? Well, I wish. Someone ripped it off and wrote it instead and is now famous while I languish over my gut that has expanded in the last three days since I first ate a Kane's cinnamon roll. Donuts are crack cocaine for me and they are a reason why I do not do real drugs. I've never smoked a joint, and never will. Why? BECAUSE I CAN'T SAY NO TO DONUTS!!!!! I have no will power where they are concerned. How much worse would it be for another drug in addition to the dondut-carbs. I'd be doomed. I was in Malden taking my friend to get her hair done. We took the 4-mile drive out of the way to visit Kane's. Of course, I tracked it down on the Yelp iphone app. The shop is friendly, clean, nice and bright. The men at the register were patient and understanding. They knew we were newbies. If I go to a new donut shop I only order a cinnamon roll. Why, you ask? Well, because I hale from the land where glaze donuts are not light yellow, but a deeper hued brown, with a very thin light flakiness that almost crunches when you bite into it. Well, I cannot eat glaze donuts unless they are like that (yeah, I know, I'm limiting myself, but, well, it's my crack and I'll do it my way). So, it's rare that I will order a glaze donut in a donut shop. If I do order it, I have to specify which donuts I like. "Can I have that one in the back corner... no, two over... that one... yes. Thanks." I know what to expect, so if I don't see anything that fits my narrow confines, then I will order something else, like a cinnamon roll. My eyes immediately went to the large donut hubcaps, so I ordered it. It fit in its own box and could be mistaken for a round 1-tiered only, carrot cake container. It was 2:00pm by the time we got there. Had my donut looked like the one in the picture next to Kane's home page, I would have likely given it 4 stars. Mine looked good, nonetheless. I took a couple of bites and was very pleased, indeed. It was not sweet. My teeth did not fall out upon chomping into the roll. So, that's a plus. What was somewhat of a minus, however, was that there wasn't enough cinnamon in the swirl. Ideally, I should be able to unfurl the swirl and find cinnamon at every twist and turn. I did, but there was not as much cinnamon as I expected. So, I felt like I was eating a poor man's croissant. It took me about 4 rounds to finish the cinnamon round, over a three day period. I enjoyed it each time. Microwaving it with a wet paper towel makes it seem fresh all over again. I want to give 3 and 1/2 stars because it is more than A-OK. But I am serious about donuts. My palate for donuts is like a gourmet's palate for grading the quality of escargot in competing restaurants (do we have snails anymore or are they gone with the worms, too?). I'm a fan, definitely, but right now, I am a fan of Kane's for existing, in the first place, and for letting me know there are places where I can eat donuts that are not in California. The gimmick is worth four stars alone, but, like I said, I'm serious about donuts. During one of my birthdays in high school, my friends bought me like 6 dozen glaze from Winchell's Donuts. I remember it as one of my happiest celebrations.

    (3)

  • R V.

    To celebrate a recent milestone anniversary, my wife and I considered just about every fine-dining establishment in Eastern Mass. We ended up at Kanes. No place captures the kid-in-a-candy-store, this-is-how-donuts-should-be, special-treat aesthetic like these dudes. Even if I plan my assault ahead of time, heist movie style, I end up spending a good 90 seconds stuttering and sputtering at the counter, overwhelmed by the potential for deep-fried joy. They crush every other Northeast establishment in variety and match anyone in quality. It's impossible to go wrong, but you ought to avoid the glazed and other plain options, simply because they're no reason to not get something completely ridiculous. Preferably with candies and/or frosting on top. Their cake options are stupendous, and they've got one of the only great chocolate butternuts out there, but the sheer balls-to-the-wall variety of the raised inevitably wins out. You should probably avoid the spinach croissant, but I have a feeling that goes without saying.

    (5)

  • Chris N.

    If God and Satan were to find a common ground, I'm pretty sure it would be Kane's Donuts. It is one of the best places places on earth. The donuts are incredible. They serve New England Coffee that is always fresh and the staff is always very friendly. One of the best things they have is the cake sized coffee roll. It's amazing! Really soft and fluffy and smothered in honey dip icing. If I end up with diabetes it's going to be from that thing.

    (5)

  • Michelle A.

    This place is pretty amazing. Honey dips are the best I've ever had. Coffee rolls are as big as my head. New item breakfast burrito's were a bit of a letdown hence not getting the full 5 stars. I also ordered a turtle donut which was good but too sweet for me. They do have a lot of those specialty donuts that are more like a candy bar. If that's what you like then you will love Kane's! I asked a couple of ladies who are regulars behind me in line to help me decide what to buy. They had some great incite on what to order and I thanked them for it. Next time I will have to try their coffee and a different donut with the hopes of giving them that 5th star. They open super early they must kick the rooster in the butt! lol...

    (4)

  • Monica L.

    This place is five stars. This morning I tried the triple chocolate chip muffin. It was great, not worth making a pilgrimage great as their coffee buns are, but great if you're in the mood to try something different.

    (5)

  • Rachel M.

    These donuts are something else. HUGE donuts, tons of flavors (red velvet, Reese's, Snickers, BACON?! just to name a FEW) coffee tastes like a real donut shop coffee. Reasonably priced. Long lines though, but they get you in & get you out. I wish donuts didn't have calories. My only gripe = parking. Cramped little lot, but you can easily park on the street & get what you want in hopefully under 10-15 minutes.

    (4)

  • Will S.

    Awesome donuts and btw they are huge! Huge as in I could usually take down 3 glazed in one sitting, but I could only eat one of these. Very rich. Would have given 5 stars if they were warm :).

    (4)

  • Kim K.

    I've definitely had better donuts. I think Kane's goes for quantity over quality - big, shiny glazed donuts that were actually pretty dry on the inside. I want my donut fresh within the hour and not sitting on the shelf for longer than that. Ah well.

    (3)

  • Natasha R.

    The options are a bit overwhelming, but the sizes are huge so I think you are getting your money's worth. I've been 2-3 times, I try to get a mix and match of different flavors which I feel guilty about because sometimes the employees seem a bit impatient.

    (4)

  • Brendan T.

    The donuts are for sure HUGE, particularly considering the low price, and the retro exterior, particularly that neon sign, is awesome, classic Americana. Also I find it quite endearing that the place is a local landmark/institution and huge source of pride. However the taste texture and consistency of is just way too similar to Dunkin Donuts, thus leaving me less than particularly impressed. This is probably yet another manifestation of New Endlander's ridiculously overblown love of this chain. It's seriously not uncommon to see 2 Dunkin Donuts across the street from one another around up around these parts. What a bizarre, silly region indeed.

    (3)

  • J D.

    I have been reading a lot about Kane's Donuts and how they are the best in the area, so I picked up a dozen with high expectations. I have to say, they were pretty good, but maybe my expectations were too high, because they just weren't as good as I had expected. On the plus side, they have a great assortment to choose from including options you don't usually see such as Peanut Butter and Jelly, Apricot Jelly, and Glazed Red Velvet. The donuts are very large too, much bigger than most places. The downside, some of them were on the dry/stale side. Good flavor, but just not as moist as they should have been. Then there is the price, pretty steep at $18.00 for a dozen. Kane's is much better than Dunkin Donuts, but then again, Dunkins isn't really a donut shop anymore. You are more apt to find Dunkins Burrito, Dunkins Steak, or Dunkins Sushi there these days than a good donut. But compared to Los Angeles' legendary Randy's donuts, Kanes comes up short for all time honors. Still, that didn't stop me from finishing off the whole box.

    (3)

  • Titi T.

    Oh my gosh. So we came on national donut day. Too bad cause they were out of every kind but the glazed. Wow. I ate one. Before he gave me my coffee. So I ordered another one. Sat down and killed it. Right amount of sweetness and dough. I will be back for more.

    (4)

  • Ford I.

    Absolutely amazing! My three favorite donuts: Snickers, Red Velvet and of course their Maple Bacon. Fantastic!

    (5)

  • Janelle D.

    I have lived down the street from Kane's my entire life. As a child/young teen my parents stopped buying from Kane's except for special occasions because of the price increase. It wasn't until years later, when I snuck out of my house at 4am to get to Kane's as an 18-year-old, that my parents were too cheap for their own good. These are REAL donuts. The only kind I'll eat. And one is like, three meals. Especially when it's covered with all sorts of delicious novelty ingredients. Also, these make great gifts. if you ever want to thank someone or become everyone's favorite person at work, go with a coffee roll. They are massive, and dangerous, and wonderful. Everything they bake is, really. Especially at 4am.

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    Don't look at me to ruin this 5 star rating! This place was IT! The staff will blow you away. I had a Groupon and they knew how to handle it and treated me without the disdain I sometimes get from using one. I can't wait to return to this place!

    (5)

  • Melanie C.

    Staff and atmosphere of this place could use a little bit of love, took my friends from NYC here to taste the ever famous Kane's donuts. Too bad there was no place to sit due to all the locals jam packed in to the 4 tables they have, and it was far too cold outside to go anywhere else. The donuts are great. Assortment of all kinds, and they live up to their reputation. If I wanted to go up a size in jeans, I would be here more often!

    (4)

  • Margaret C.

    There's nothing that beats a donut from Kane's! It's definitely the best place in our area for a coffee roll or donut. The raspberry coconut are so delicious!

    (5)

  • angela s.

    All hype and very, very over-priced. The donuts are DRY, and the bismark was FIVE dollars! Seriously, get over yourselves. And make better donuts. Ugh. I'll stick with Demets. If you want to over pay for a dry donut or an ok pastry, go here.

    (1)

  • Mallory S.

    We went to Kane's right before closing time the other night to drown our sorrows from the lack of a big tax return. The staff was accommodating and wheeled out the tower of donuts that had already been put away. We had a glazed and a chocolate glazed. They were large, delicious and not too sweet. They were huge too! You could share one, but of course that didn't happen. Nobody wants to split something this tasty. I'm not a doughnut connoisseur but these easily beat any large retailers. Staff was great, everything was clean and most of all, it was affordable and tasty!

    (5)

  • Carrie A.

    Very friendly staff. Delicious donuts. Try the breakfast sandwich on a croissant. You won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Jeremy K.

    4.5 stars really, but cant go to 5. This is the legend, the one youve seen on the travel channel and food network and your nocturnal emission, oh yes folks, donut nirvana. I was in the hood and as that rarely happens (thank god with all the goodies on rt 1 and this place) i HAD to get here and as jimi says, yes i am experienced! So somethings you should know before going, first, this place has gone over a major rehab, they must have as what i recalled from the shows were a dankie dark wood paneled townie place. now its all whitewash and flowers and happiness. i like the latter personally. however, now with the fancy comes the pricey, any donut, 1.50! now thats not like 4 bucks a hole or anything like that, but when you though a dunkie/dew was a buck..anyway, well worth it. (still has townies too!) I tried a few (and this at this point in the yelp, the wifes going on the phone, you ate how many!!) i had the old fashioned. great cake donut! spices, moistness, but not too wet in the middle. not wet at all actually, but not too dry (DD, im looking at you) where as you NEED coffee to choke it down. almost a crisp crust and moist inside....mmmmmm!!!! sorry, having a homer moment. I also brought home a zebra (!) and a caramel crunch. I figured mer likes caramel, this would be a hit. well one was, but not what i originally thought. the zebra was indeed a chocolate cake donut with vanilla frosting and i think sprinkles, tasted great, the 1 inch square before it was pilfered. even after it sat on the stove till the night time, it was still delicious. the caramel crunch was also good. more of a yeast donut (like a traditional glazed) and it had a ribbon of caramel and some toasted coconut on top. this was not well receive by the boss, so i had to do my diligence and make sure those starving people in china you hear about didnt see any donut wasted. I am sooo glad i dont live in the same area code as this place or I would have had to try the creme brulee donut, the jelly, maine blueberry, or the etc..... so, i just gained a pound writing this...

    (4)

  • Hiro T.

    I accidentally came across this place on a random drive through the area. Any true Yelper will see the donut shop and immediately have to check the place on Yelp because of the unique look. The place looks kind of like a diner just placed in a pretty random place. The interior of the store looks like a classic donut shop. The attendants are very helpful, and are willing to sit there and explain all the donut flavors to a newbie. I have to say that of all of the donuts I tried the maple frosted donut was absolutely heavenly and I would almost consider just driving out there again for that donut!

    (4)

  • HyunJoo K.

    now, this is where I get THE donut! I have faves, but this place tops it all! even better than the donut I get at the deerfield fair! Their honeydip and boston creme are to die for! ... only if they were closer in location!

    (5)

  • Chrystell S.

    Kane's has absolutely the BEST donuts ever!! If I lived in the area, I'd be huge because I have a weakness for their donuts. I still recall my first time there. It's a donut. How good could it be? So, we made a trek to go to Saugus in search of these donuts that everyone was raving about. At first glance, the donuts looked just like, well......donuts. Okay. So we ordered 3 and then left to go to the car. Our driver said, maybe you should taste it before I leave because I know you're going to make me turn around if you like it. I said, nah let's go. Then I took a bite and told him to turn around. OMG!!! It wasn't too sweet, it was so very soft, and it was the best donut I've ever eaten. It didn't look like much and in fact, it looked like it would be too sweet so I didn't think I would like it at all. But one bite changed all that. Trust me, your taste buds need to try these donuts. You'll be addicted.

    (5)

  • Jessica S.

    Mixed feelings, overall feeling of meh. We tried 6 donuts and a bismark. Boston creme and creme brulee were pretty much what you would expect, thick and very sweet. Jelly donut was good. Honey dipped and maple frosted were my favorites. Chocolate honey dipped was more cake style but not bad. The donuts are a bit thick for my taste. My favorite donut shop is slightly less thick and is lighter and fluffier. Same basic flavor though. Very cute setup with the tables and chairs and you can buy milk there. The bad- The bismark was outright dry at 11am. Like put a fork in it and it crumbles kind of dry. No excuse for this. When you sell pastries every now and then you need to try one so you know when they start getting too bad to sell. You need to markup your product enough to account for having to keep fresh stuff on the shelves. The bismark is what I was most excited to try because they are hard to find and I have been spoiled by the now closed Butlers in Westport. Those things were addictive and always fresh. This was terrible. The cream was good but so what. I took 1 bite and tossed it. Also, the trash was practically overflowing and the bathroom was disgusting. You can tell it hasn't been cleaned in a while just by the layer of dust on the dryer and the floor was really dirty. ew. Not ok in a place where you serve food and have customers, needs to be cleaned at least once a day if not more. No reason for this especially in the morning on a weekday. If you start to rely too much on your name for business in this day, the reviews will eventually catch up to you. When there are 3 people standing up front, someone needs to be assigned to the cleaning. The place isn't that big. Make the effort. Overall I don't feel the need to come back. Allies in RI is still my fav by far

    (3)

  • beth c.

    super yummy. great selection of pastries (although i couldn't read through all the choices while standing at the counter - the shelves went for days). worth dealing with the hinky parking.

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    Maple bacon doughnut!

    (5)

  • Erin C.

    The donuts here are OFF THE HOOK! There is really nothing more to say. It's worth the drive from Boston. The jelly donuts have actual delicious fruit jelly inside rather than some weird plasticy sugary goop. This place is even better than Verna's in Somerville, which I already thought was pretty good.

    (5)

  • Amy K.

    Yes...they have a donut the size of your head! Our favorite donuts hands down. We visit town and stop at least twice. I love the cake but I can eat only one...so I get the yeast and eat 3. Real story is that we rented a ZipCar at 5AM before our early flight to drive to Kane's Donuts to take some home.

    (5)

  • LeiLei R.

    Saw some photos of someone with a donut that was the size of their head and knew I had to try one. The coffee roll did not disappoint. I got an end-of-the-day roll so it wasn't fresh out, but toss a piece into the microwave for about 10 to 15 seconds and it's delicious. Warm, soft, and just the right amount of sweetness. I wouldn't recommend any of their other normal sized donuts though. I tried a bite each of the plain kruller, chocolate kruller, coconut chocolate, blueberry, creme brulee, and some others. All were super sweet and super dry and neither the microwave nor milk could save it. It sat there for a week and no one wanted to claim them so.. I'll stick with the gigantic donuts instead - YUM. 2 star for the normal donuts. 4 star for the coffee roll + 1 star for it being ginormous! Overall, I'll definitely go back for the coffee roll and maybe to try some of their other pastries.

    (4)

  • Mary Ann A.

    I never knew what a good donut tasted like until I had a Kane's donut -- absolutely the best. The shop is not gourmet, but it offers a good variety of donuts, muffins, coffee rolls, etc. The counter staff is patient and accommodating. Although always a steady stream of customers, by the time we choose what we would like to take home, it is time to take our order. Ample parking lot on the right and across the street. Outside patio with umbrellas. -- and it is clean, clean, clean. We return often.

    (5)

  • Beth N.

    Kane's really is all that it's hyped up to be! The lady behind the counter was super nice and helpful but, most importantly, she was patient while we made up our minds. I haven't seen that many choices of donuts in a very long time! We got a dozen and tested a bunch of them out and every single one was delicious. I can't say we tried that giant coffee bun but maybe next time. It actually seems like a great party snack since lots of people would be able to help eat it (it was really that huge in person). No complaints on the donuts and super happy about how early/late they are open. The very best donuts can still be found at Betty Ann's in East Boston but if you like to sleep in (like me) then Kane's is a much better solution than Dunkin's any day!

    (4)

  • Steven F.

    Why only 4 stars? You need to mortgage your house to buy these donuts. Well worth it though, it's not like I'm eating them on a daily basis. The Honey Dip and Chocolate Honey Dip are my favs. The building is clean as can be having been renovated not too long ago, clean bathrooms as well. There is plenty of seating both inside and outside, and a nice parking lot with ample space. I love it, my wife loves it, my kids love it, parents love it, and so should you.

    (4)

  • Jesse S.

    Hands down, the best donut you'll ever have. I love the honey dip, but they're all good! Added bonus- great coffee and tea. They actually have the my favorite iced tea around (Sweet Peach). Expect to wait in line on a Saturday or Sunday morning, but it's worth it and it moves pretty quickly. All the staff are very friendly and accommodating.

    (5)

  • Dessa R.

    I waltzed in here with some very high hopes. All the buzz around town was that Kane's were the best donuts the Boston area had to offer-- my curiosity was so piqued, that we hopped in a rental car one afternoon to venture to the suburbs for a serious donut run. And I hate the suburbs. It should be said that we came here in the afternoon, around 2pm. All the glazed donuts, chocolate glazed donuts, and enormous coffee rolls were long gone by this point, incidentally the very kind that were recommended to us by a trustworthy source. We settled for a dozen of the other types. They were pretty good-- crunchy on the outside, bready on the inside. Interesting. Heavy. And huuuuuge. The counter guy seemed a little impatient with us, evidenced by his needlessly exasperated sigh and posture shift. We could have ordered a little faster had the donuts been clearly labeled, but we had to ask what a few curious-looking confections were. Sorry guy, but if you want people to give snappy donut orders, you gotta step up the labeling skills. So all in all, the donuts we tried were definitely tasty, and certainly a step up from Dunks, but not necessarily worthy of the trek to the burbs for us non-drivers. Naturally, I'll have to go back and try the regular glazed, chocolate glazed, apple fritter, or coffee roll before I can give a more thorough review. Lesson learned-- next time, I'm rollin up at 7am.

    (3)

  • Julie L.

    Ah-ma-zing! My earliest memories are of plain, perfectly crumbly, Kane's donuts in a depression glass cookie jar in my Grandma's kitchen. This place gets props for consistency, quality, and top-notch customer service. I am so glad to count myself as one that knew about this gem of a shop "before they were famous"! Glad that others are able to share in the joy of Kane's as my family has for generations! Keep up the great work Kane's!!!

    (5)

  • K S.

    After a night out in the city, a drunk drive home past kanes donuts around 3am sobers me up. I roll down the windows of my car and inhale the sweet scent of kanes. The donuts are fluffy and so delicious. When I get a chance to stop by, when there are no cars blocking my view as i turn onto lincoln ave, or when the newly renovated parking lot is jammed packed with regulars. Did i mention the coffee rolls are bigger than my head?

    (5)

  • Shelly A.

    ohlawdjesusthedonuts. These donuts are the real deal, there are a ton of different flavors and not one that I've ever tried has been a disappointment. Their cinnamon roll is the size of your face, and when they're fresh forget it, you can not resist. nom nom nom

    (5)

  • Susan C.

    I went to Kanes for the first time about 2 weeks ago. I got a butternut, a jelly, and a whoopie pie doughnut. I also got a Bismark. Yes I'm a fatty, please don't judge. The butternut and the jelly were really good, as was the Bismark. I think my fav would have to be the Bismark, which isn't considered a doughnut, but a pastry. It was essentially a doughnut filled with black raspberry jam and topped with whipped cream. Very delish. My least fav would have to be the whoopie pie. It tasted like a doughnut filled with frosting. I thought it was kind of gross and would definitely never get it again.

    (4)

  • Bethany S.

    I've been eating Kanes donuts since I was a kid. Their fresh baked delicious donuts can't be compared to Dunkin Donuts. They are wonderful. The coffee and breakfast sandwiches are good, too. Like most great places, this one fills up fast before holidays and events. In those circumstances, the wait in line can be pretty painful. :-/

    (5)

  • Michelle S.

    What?!? You haven't been to Kane's yet??? Why the hell are you running a Yelp background check on this amazing wonderful place when you should be out your door and on your way there...like right now...seriously. I lived down the street from Kane's for a couple of years, a while back, and it probably was a contributor to the extra pounds I packed on at that point in my life. Do NOT let this discourage you or keep you away though. While moderation with Kane's donuts might be difficult, it can in fact be achieved. My usual gameplan is that I'll get a dozen and bring the box along on a group road trip with friends (skiing or six flags typically). Then I leave whatever is left with one of my friends - therefore earning superfriend points for having bestowed upon them some of the greatest pastries known to man, and at the same time protecting my stomach from my eyes, which just can't seem to say no to Kane's yumminess. Kane's has some good variety, but I'm still a sucker for an old-fashioned chocolate frosted (my favorite ever). The frosting is out of this world (no really, I think they stole it from donut-god-aliens). I also like their vanilla frosted with M&M's. The donuts are huge, so plan on having to make some really tough choices when you get to the front of the line. Oh yea, did I mention the line? On a weekend morning it goes out into the parking lot. Still worth it, and I live 30-40 minutes away to boot. One time I got there later in the day and they were totally out of chocolate frosted donuts. This was very upsetting. After pulling myself together, I "settled" on a different variety, drove the 40 minutes back home, and still wound up happy with my purchase. Did I mention they have cinnamon rolls that are like a foot across? I haven't tried one of those, I hear they're pretty awesome though. Oh and as if alllllll of this isn't enough to make you want to start making your way to Saugus right now, I'll also point out that there was a groupon for Kane's a week or so ago - $10 for $20 of donuts. It's not offered anymore, but some of the groupon/buywithme resale sites have it. Oh, and not that I really think it's important, but Kane's is a stand-alone house/building in a residential quiet area. Near enough to Rt. 1 but slightly out of the way. Still....wait for it......TOTALLY WORTH IT! go to kane's. that is all.

    (5)

  • Marissa R.

    This is really more like a 4.5 stars. The donuts here are enormous like probably the size of three dunkin donuts. I love the apple cider, pumpkin, and turtle donuts. There are so many kinds but you have to go to the store to see what's available that day. They don't post the specials online. I definitely recommend if you're in the area.

    (4)

  • Chrissy G.

    I went to church every Sunday growing up, but Kane's is where you should be going if you're looking for a true spiritual experience. If you're watching your weight I would suggest you get off of yelp right now and forget you ever read about this place. Words simply cannot describe, just go. Don't walk, run! (Seriously, you're going to have to burn it off somehow...)

    (5)

  • Lisa M.

    Very high quality donuts but not any higher than most standalone donut shops that make everything fresh in-house. I'd also note that a few of the cake donuts we got (coconut covered chocolate and marble) were decidedly NOT fresh, which is never okay. We've made the long haul out here from Arlington twice but in the future we'll probably just stick around here for Gail Ann's because the quality is equal if not better on fresher cake donuts. *** Updating this to four stars based on the excellent customer service in the comment below. We will indeed be back!

    (4)

  • Courtney N.

    My friend and I were taking the back roads to avoid crazy Rt 1 traffic when we spotted Kane's Donuts and had to pull over and check them out. First off, I love the fact they have their own parking lot. Super convenient! I was also pleased that they were open at 6:30 pm; many smaller, non-chain doughnut places close so early and I see them and get excited only to find them closed. Pleasant surprise! Inside, it's warm and peaceful and you can tell that they take pride in their restaurant with all the community news and news about awards. They have an amazing assortment of doughnuts (peanut butter and jelly!) and other baked goods. I ended up getting an iced maple coffee (pretty good) and an absolutely drool worthy delicious mocha cake that I sadly had to share with my friend. Next time, that baby is all mine! The two guys behind the counter were super friendly and the prices were awesome for the quality of the mocha cake. I'm going to make it a point to stop in again, and soon!

    (4)

  • Colleen K.

    Quick and friendly service, out-of-this-world giant donuts, clean shop. This place is a home-run! We just discovered it a month ago and we've already been twice... I think we'll be customers for life. My favorite was the "whoopie pie" donut and the pumpkin donut, but, really, they're all great...

    (5)

  • Craig D.

    (4) ~ Very Good...props to any independent Donut Maker. And their Coffee Rolls are as BIG as your head;-)

    (4)

  • Suzon F.

    Members of my family think Kane's is the best donut shop around. Boston Cream, Cinnamon, Lemon Filled, are all favorites but so is the Honer Dipped Cinnamon Rolls!! No matter your choice, you won't go wrong. Just remember go early to get the best selection!

    (5)

  • Justin K.

    The donuts are "ok"... The giant coffee rolls are "terrible"... The Blondie brownies are "inedible".. Definitely stay away from here, especially Saturday morning, as I hope that their shelves are still full when I eventually fall out of my bed and hang-overly stumble my way down Lincoln Ave en-route to Kanes..

    (5)

  • Yelpie G.

    OMG. That's what you'll say when you walk into this donut kingdom. OMG is also what you'll also say when you eat the donuts. Easy to get to? No. Yet, everybody knows exactly where it is. Anticipate a deeply religious experience. OMG.

    (5)

  • Mike M.

    Updated 3/16/2012 Thankfully, the owner went out of his way to explain and resolve the situation. It's alright for businesses to make mistakes, but the very best ones do everything to quickly correct them.

    (5)

  • Heath M.

    Quite possibly some of the best donuts in the country. Kane's isn't gourmet, you'll never find a bacon or wasabi donut, but you will find are the classics: honey dipped, Boston cream, butternut, jelly, and a few mashups like coconut raspberry jelly. All done perfectly. Don't even try to eat just one -- having to make the choice between their honey dipped and your favorite (mine is the butternut) really is enough to drive a person insane. Get at least 2 per person. Anything else would be cruel. They are like clouds of deliciousness, so soft, so fresh and so utterly irresistable. Just knowing Kane's exists makes dieting impossible. And maybe you don't have a weakness for donuts, but if you try this place, you soon will.

    (5)

  • Chaz F.

    If you have a 4.5 star rating, your food should at least taste like a 3 star. This place is worse than Dunkin Donuts. Too much fluffy, dry cake. Toppings are generally too sweet. Probably should have just gotten the coffee roll and called it a day. Instead, carb'd out for no reason because the six donuts we got were no good.

    (1)

  • Ashley D.

    NOT ONLY ARE THEIR DONUTS HUGE! But they are delicious!!! I reccommend anybody who can make it here, should! You will not be disappointed! I highly reccommend their cinnamon roll or get ready.... dun dun dun MAPLE BACON DONUT! Yes it has real bacon on it!! DELICIOUS!! But it's not only the delicious treats they have that keep me coming back, it's the family who owns it as well!

    (5)

  • Aubri L.

    Possibly the best wedding idea EVER. We had donuts instead of cake. Not just any donuts, KANE'S DONUTS. And they were amazing. Kane's offered us a special big donut, which we used as our "cutting" donut and got to feed eachother delicious pieces of chocolate frosted goodness. We decided to get a decent dozen varieties and let our guests pick their own donut from various cake stands and baskets. Everyone loved them!!

    (4)

  • Gayle M.

    I would have given them 5 stars for the donuts, but they really only deserve 2 1/2 stars. They lost two stars when TWO of the FOUR items I bought was STALE and DRY. They loose another 1/2 star for being OVERPRICED. No matter how you cut it people they are DONUTS! And if you are going to charge way more than the average donut then how about it being FRESH. It tells me they don't like to throw anything away including overpriced stale donuts! At $1.50 a donut, $8.50 for a half dozen, and $14.95 for a dozen, is it asking to much for everything to be fresh. Keep'em!

    (3)

  • David L.

    Kane's Donuts....came here by accident and then ate the glazed coffee roll. It was then that I realized there was a reason that food was created and it was so Kane's could sell this evil pastry. "Holy shit!" I must've said that 12 times while eating this thing and Im still saying a day later. Seems they're expanding their tiny operation into a small operation and some people have a problem with a business making money....personally I think that'll mean a smoother (eventually) flow to the business and that means getting my coffee roll quicker. And that's good.

    (5)

  • Andrew M.

    If you're looking for the best donuts in the area Kane's is the only choice. You do have to get there early or they may run out of more popular favors. On this trip they had some new ones to make their great donuts incredible like peanut butter cup, oreo and creme brûlée!! Always quick always friendly and always great donuts.

    (5)

  • John S.

    One word only is enough for me. Scrumptulescent

    (5)

  • Nina H.

    I heard about all these amazing reviews on YELP and figured I'd give it a shot. SOOOOOO glad I did! This place is DELICIOUS!!! The donuts are huge and the Boston Creme donut's is a MUST HAVE!!!

    (4)

  • Gino M.

    Within the last year and a half, my friends and I discovered an early morning breakfast gem that provides the best donuts that any of have ever had. Along with the tasty treats, we have created a relationship with some of the owners/workers that run this establishment. They are very friendly indeed. We have made this place our weekend ritual and arrive almost religiously at 3:30 AM Saturdays and Sundays. We have specifically became close with a woman named Maria and her daughter Stephanie.... Two amazing people that I am honored to receive these delicious treats from. We are not the only regulars by any means! In fact, while we sit and chat, a numerous amount of regulars come in, including neighbors, cops, and others who make this shop the place where they get their morning treat. The story behind the secret family recipe is an awesome one and you can almost feel the nostalgic tone in Maria's voice when she explains how she learned to create the AMAZING Kane's donut aside her father. She has recapped about how they have been in the donut trade their entire life and that explains a lot to me when I bite into one of those magnificent creations. It is amazing how Maria continues to create new kinds of donuts, carrying on the work of her father. This review cannot be specifically on the taste of the food because it would be short and sweet, along with lacking an essential part to owning a small business in this country. The atmosphere created when you enter the shop and the warm greetings felt from the people inside have made for a GREAT example of how people should be treated while being consumers and how a small family owned business should be run. To that, I must say thank you Kane's for making a model American business and an astounding donut.

    (5)

  • Ryan C.

    They have coffee rolls as large as your face. No, seriously. I'm not even exaggerating. Kane's FTW.

    (5)

  • Pam W.

    My husband and I use Yelp all the time to find good quality food and it is very rare for a place to have all 5 stars. It is even rarer that a place with all 5 stars has more than 5 reviews. So we had to check it out and, um, yeah...BEST. DONUTS. EVER. I have to say though, that I while I am happy to have found this place, I am VERY thankful (for the sake of my waistline) that it is a good 20 minutes away. Otherwise, I know my willpower would not be strong enough to keep me from eating these unbelievable delicious donuts on a daily basis.

    (5)

  • Christine T.

    After seeing Kanes on Phantom Gourmet we decided it was worth the drive to check it out. Although it's not in the best of areas, the shop itself is nice. It even has a little parking lot, in the morning its probably full but we went right before they closed on Saturday so there were plenty of spaces. I was a little hesitant going so late, because if you walk into Dunkin Donuts an hour before they close, all they have to chose from is a stale muffin or a couple munchkins. However that is not the case at Kanes.. they had sooo much to chose from which was awesome. The products are huge, the donut is at least double the size of a dunks donut, but the prices reflect that, so come prepared, you're not going to get a 60cent donut, a single donut was around $1.25. Well worth the price though, you really feel like you get quality here! The donuts were perfect. Overall we would certainly recommend it and we'll definitely be back.

    (5)

  • Marianne G.

    I went to Kanes this morning because some friends from California were in town (and by "in town" I mean "on the east coast") and they wanted desperately to try what they had heard were the best donuts in the country. All I can say is that a Kanes donut is not a donut to be trifled with. Seriously. Do not underestimate a Kanes donut.

    (5)

  • Daniel R.

    What do you want, a review? Best donuts ever. There, reviewed.

    (5)

  • Ken L.

    This place is what it is........a destination for the best of the best. I wish I was 12 and could eat a dozen donuts again, but I can only steal bites from my kids when we bring them there for a treat. This place belongs in the donut hall of fame, if it exists

    (5)

  • Todd S.

    Stopped in after a long hiatus. Great new additions to the menu, especially the breakfast sandwiches. Counter staff was very helpful in a very loud setting.

    (4)

  • Lynne S.

    I've been dying to try Kanes for some time now. I knew 42 yelpers could not be wrong and with every mouth watering review I read, my desire to taste a world famous Kanes donut grew stronger. It is a blessing and a curse that I waited so long to discover this donut mecca. A blessing because if I had discovered this place sooner, I might be the size of a house by now. A curse because now that I have tasted the perfection of a sweet, gooey goodness that is a Kanes donut, I'm not sure nothing will ever compare! Oh my, what can I say that has not already been said here before? And it is all true. The glazed donut was truly the best I'd ever tasted. It was huge, soft, airy and glazed with a sweet ooey gooey coating like I've never tasted before. The jelly was soft, plump and filled generously with a rich, deep, strawberry-cherry like filling that was hard to eat without it oozing out (in my opinion, the sign of a jelly donut perfection). I was also pleasantly surprised that for less than $5 I was able to try 2 amazing donuts and a hot chocolate. It was the best $5 I've ever spent in my life! Oh Kane, I applaud you for acheiving donut perfection! Well done. And since my experience left me thinking about the next time I could return literally all day, you've got yourself another follower! I now worship at the house of donuts that Kane built!

    (5)

  • Jane D.

    These are the best doughnuts on the planet!!! I had my first Kane's doughnut this past weekend and I'm addicted. These are some big donoughts! The honey dipped are sweet and melt in your mouth. The raspberry coconut is cake like, coated in coconut and confectioners sugar, with a more than generous amount of jam in the middle. The only thing I didn't enjoy was the giant coffee roll it was a little on the dry side and not very sweet. They open at 3 am, get there early for the best selection.

    (5)

  • Takami L.

    Kane's donuts are delicious and the service was very friendly! My girlfriend and I shared the honey dipped, peanut butter and jelly, and the creme brulee, all were fantastic! The iced coffee was also good

    (5)

  • Emily C.

    On a Friday morning, last fall while driving from Rockport to Osterville I was really paranoid about hitting traffic and getting to the Cape in a timely manner. My mother, who grew-up in Melrose, would not stop taling about Kane's donuts, Kane's Donuts Kane's Donuts. I thought it was all talk. We are really healthy eaters and only splurge for extra calories when it's really worth it. So, we sat at the cute counter and ordered cup or coffee, cute mug, and a jelly donut and a chocolate coconut. The coffee was fine and the donut knocked me off my bar stool!!! So awesome. Really very exceptional. I HAD to get a dozen to take with us.... Kane's Donuts = those calories are REALLY worth it

    (5)

  • Etta M.

    I saw Kane's Donuts on the Travel Channel a month or so back and knew that I needed to my way over there sooner rather than later. I have such a soft spot for (and from) high quality donuts. It ended up being a lot smaller inside than I had expected but since we were there in the late afternoon there was plenty of seating. I ordered my all time favorite donut, lemon filled. My boyfriend got the chocolate cake donut with toasted coconut and we got a raised donut with glaze to share. Both donuts were so good. The cake donut was very dense and moist and the lemon donut was light and chewy. We were both totally stuffed after our first donut. In fact, we considered that lunch and headed home with out making the second stop on our culinary gems of the North Shore adventure.. Kelly's. Each donut is $1.25, which is very reasonable considering what they charge at starbucks or dunks for an inferior product. These donuts are incredible. I will return as often as my waistline will allow.

    (5)

  • richard k.

    great donuts made the old fashioned way BUT when we tried to redeem a perfectly valid Groupon the very rude clerk told us it was invalid - the idiot clerk suggested it was already used? I can assure you it had NEVER before been used and was indeed perfectly valid. Another retailer that makes Groupon type customers feel like second class citizens.

    (1)

  • Jenn D.

    peanut butter and jelly donuts. that is all you need know

    (4)

  • Jack M.

    Due to a recent rennovation, what was once a quaint local donut shop has become yet another sterile commerical enterprise. ~ In other words, you people ruined it. ~ Donuts are still awesome. Got a coffee cake from here recently whose lower layer was nothing more than a pool of cooking grease. Sad. ~ New staff and a newly rennovated store has left the place completely devoid of charm. ~ Some of the menu items have changed. No more pizza - I loved that crap! ~ Kane's as you knew it is gone. Very sad.

    (3)

  • Amanda B.

    I unfortunately live down the street from this place. They're trying to fatten me up! The donuts here are huge and delicious. I especially love the frosted coffee roll that's big enough to feed a family. My coworkers in Cambridge often ask me to bring the meeting donuts since they are so delicious.

    (5)

  • Chuck A.

    My first trip back in two years. No changes - glazed perfection! Only 140 shopping days until National Donut Day (first Friday in June)!

    (5)

  • Kelly A.

    Kane's, Kane's, Kane's. I can't allow myself to visit you more than a few times a year. Otherwise I wouldn't be able to stop myself, and I'd weigh 300 lbs. But when I do visit you, oh when I do visit you, it's heavenly. Especially when you still have the 'raised' donuts left, as they are the tastiest variety of donut ever created. Plus I love how when I go there on a weekday at 9 am, it's filled with old people, just hanging out. It's the old people's equivalent of a bar, and they're always having a rollicking good time, even at 9 am. Just great

    (5)

  • Steve U.

    Kane's Donuts? Yawnnnnn. A soft coffee roll the size of an adult human head? So? Accurately crafted, fresh coffee, built to order? And? Donuts that disintegrate when met with saliva and burst with the flavors of your choosing? Bo-ring. Alright, then, wisenheimer. Why don't you name a donut shop that's better? ... Exactly. Oh, and Kane's Donuts once saved my life...twice...while freeing a kitten from a tree.

    (5)

  • Geoff M.

    Finally made it to Kane's after reading all of the glowing praise around here. What can I say? You're all right. Best donut I've ever had. Highly recommend the chocolate glazed and the plain (not glazed) chocolate frosted. Also tried the coffee roll with the cinnamon frosting. Good, but I think the non-frosting one would be even better. Big enough to feed several people. Friendly and homey inside, with construction going on in the building right now. If you're a donut fan, you don't know what you're missing.

    (5)

  • Lizzz E.

    We tried Kanes after seeing it featured on the Travel Channel's list of the best donuts in the USA and . . . seeing as my father-in-law lives 10 minutes away we decide to see what the hoopla was about. We found out --- its the hand dipped, honey dipped donuts! YUM! I will definately be back for another!

    (5)

  • Rose F.

    This place is awesome. The coffee roll is huge and delicious ($7) It feeds 4 people easily. The donuts are amazing and there are many varieties. Everything is fresh. They recently remodeled so now there is parking and bathrooms! Good coffee, great donuts, friendly people- have to come here! 5 stars!!

    (5)

  • Zach w.

    Kanes is by far the best donut shop I have ever been to, and I have been to a decent amount of places that sell donuts around the country. I've been going to Kanes since I was a kid and the quality has only gotten better. They are always experimenting with new donut flavors (I haven't had a bad one yet), but their classics like honey dip are unbeatable. If you haven't gone, then you just don't know.

    (5)

  • Erica S.

    Kane's Donuts is unbelievable! I tried the Creme brule and caramel crumb donut and they both melted in my mouth! Huge size, too! But, speaking of huge...you have to try their enormous coffee roll for only $7.50!! It was literally the size of my fathers head, and that's pretty big!

    (5)

  • Sarah J.

    these donuts are absolutely amazing, the filing is a generous amount and they literally melt in your mouth. They are big portions and so much better than disgusting Dunkin donuts. I am in heaven every time I eat one of these donuts. They also have amazing pies, cupcakes, basically EVERYTHING is delicious.

    (5)

  • Jessica T.

    Now I'm one who thinks anything with glaze can be good! Any fresh donut is good right?!? Yeah I have changed my mind of all other donuts since eating these amazingly, delicious pieces of heaven. Not all donuts are created equal and these rank supreme! I no longer will be able to enjoy a donut from any other establishment! Dunkin donuts will be my stop for coffee from now on. I will forever dream of these donuts! My boyfriend keeps telling me that I haven't even had them at their finest. He keeps telling me I need to try them at 5 when they first come out of the oven. He also said the early risers come and swap them up all before 6. I can't imagine them getting any better but one day when I either go to bed really late or wake up extremely early and taking his advice! This is my only 5 star! Take my word for it... COME TO KANES

    (5)

  • Jess D.

    If you are looking for a fluffy donut, this is not the place for you. I have heard many good things about this place so I decided to try it out today but I was sorely let down because the donuts were not what I expected. Therefore, I wanted to let people know, these are cake donuts! They are dense and moist and very much like cake and if that is the type of donut you like, then this is the place for you! They have a large selection and the donuts themselves are very tasty. They are bigger than your average sized donut. The downside? They are nothing special and I wouldn't drive all the way from Boston just to come here.

    (3)

  • Cat C.

    Yay! I'm a fan. Coffee rolls are about 8" round (give or take) and come in glazed or frosted. I think glazed is my favorite, but don't discount the frosted... Coffee roll topped with a ton of cinnamony sweet frosting and then dusted with fine sugar. Did not grab any donuts. :( Street parking only.

    (4)

  • Daisy C.

    Went to Kane's in the afternoon, and I want to believe that was the big mistake. The honey glazed donuts, even after being warmed, were just average...a small notch above Dunkin' Donuts. The apple fritter is a unique offering, though! The coffee roll was okay -- I personally feel it is famous more for its size than its taste. I intend to visit again EARLY in the morning (5am or so) to get some FRESH honey glazed...that will be the true test for me.

    (3)

  • Michelle G.

    chocolate cupcake with white frosting, coconut on top! Amazing! Far better, bigger, sweeter than georgetown cupcake. Just perfect!

    (5)

  • Cristina S.

    I thought about all the great things to say about Kane's Donuts and how every single one is delicious and reasonably priced and how their coffee is yummy but I can sum it up pretty easily: this place is effing awesome.

    (5)

  • Lil M.

    By far the best donut shop in the north shore. Will never ever eat a donut from a commercial chain again - blahg! Their iced coffee tastes pretty good too. And they also make pretty good pies. I specially love the blueberry pie! I pre-order one every Thanksgiving. I also love the changes they made to the exterior and interior. They are now more efficient in their service and I find the interior more attractive. Update Sep. 2013 - STILL the BEST. Hands down.

    (5)

  • Jack C.

    Hey, whoever gave Kane's 4 stars, I hope that that was a mistake. Maybe your hand slipped. Maybe you got glaze on the mouse. Maybe you tried to eat a Bismark all by yourself and succumbed to diabetic retinopathy. Whatever the cause, Kane's deserves all the 5-star reviews it has. These are hands-down the best donuts I have ever had, and I have had quite a few in my day. Sure, they might not be as out there with the flavors like Voodoo Donuts in Portland, but we're not in Portland, are we? Take a few friends, order a dozen assorted and try to try them all. Odds are you won't make it far into the dozen, but you'll want to keep going until it hurts.

    (5)

  • Shana P.

    Forget the Freedom Trail, the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill, or gazing at the gold dome the rat ran across... if you've got company coming in and you need to show them the sights, Kane's is the first place to stop. Kane's is a true donut shop - no frills, fresh donuts, and steaming hot coffee that's good, but not SO good that it overpowers the deliciousness of the old-fashioned cake donut you just dipped in it. (I think I just drooled a little.) Anyway, they have nearly every flavor, concoction, or combination of donut magnificence that you can imagine. But, being a simple girl, I love the basic honey-dipped donut. Double the size of a Krispy Kreme and increase the sugary-sweetness tenfold and you've got the gloriousness that is Kane's Honey Dipped. (Okay, I definitely just drooled.) If I haven't convinced you yet to at least try Kane's, then I will personally guarantee that in purchasing donuts from Kane's, you will have bought your most magical donut-eating experience ever. (If not, I'll take the leftovers off your hands.) Plus, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing that you experienced first-hand one of America's most important landmarks in becoming the most gluttonous nation ever.

    (5)

  • Michael C.

    I may have trouble writing this review. This is due to the simple fact that I may go into shock from the extraordinary donuts I have just injested. I have been to Kane's three times now, and I have yet to be disappointed. The jelly donuts are filled to the brim, not like those imitation dunkin ones. Glazed, or honey dipped as they are called are so soft and yummy! They melt right in your mouth, but aren't greasy like Krispy Kreme. The coffee rolls are divine as well. You can't go wrong with anything there. GO NOW!

    (5)

  • Nic H.

    Ok, so being a southern farmboy, I know all about breakfasts that consist entirely of some form of pastry being eaten in gargantuan quantities. (We'd buy a dozen krispy kremes EACH, then work it all off before lunch... and I still graduated high school 'skinny'.) Our experience at Kanes was nothing short of magical. We got a dozen assorted (honey glazed, a powdered, apple fritters, chocolate/coconut, blueberry...) and sat down to a heavenly experience. I can honestly say I'm jonesin' to go back RIGHT NOW. How hard would it really be to make it the last stop on the Orange Line?? The coffee is good, too. I have to try a 'coffee roll' (huge.) and a 'Bismark' (sadistic). EDIT: The Caramel Donut is the best donut I've ever had... diabetes, here I come!

    (5)

  • Kate G.

    I knew Kane's Donuts before I knew Dunkin Donuts. I grew up having Boston Kreme's every Sunday morning that my dad would bring home when he went out to get the Sunday Globe and his coffee. The shop itself is on the small side and has a pretty small parking lot in back so best bet is to park on the street. The donuts are always fresh, the coffee is always strong, and it's worth the trip. If I was ambitious enough I would go here every Sunday still but living an hour away makes that a bit difficult, so I go when I get the chance. I recommend the Boston Kreme and also be aware they have sorta odd business hours so the safest bet is to go on a Saturday or Sunday morning, and you'll also get a full feel for the place when you go at these times.

    (5)

  • Richard I.

    The most incredible donut shop I have found! They custom-made a dozen powder sugar-coated black raspberry-filled donuts for pickup at 10:30 am today. This variety of donut is next to impossible to find. We used to have them growing up in Pittsfield, MA years ago. No other bakery in Greater Nashua (NH) offered to do a custom order donut, but Kanes did it without any hesitation. The donuts are light, non-greasy, and simply delicious. I am in heaven! In addition, the regular selection of donuts and muffins is great, and the hazelnut creme coffee is rich and flavorful. Thank you, Kanes!

    (5)

  • Matt C.

    kane's is by far the best donut shop in the country, everything is delicious.

    (5)

  • Corydon S.

    When I took a bite of the apple fritter angels sang, I was so blissed out. I hate using the word "best" in reviews but it really was the best donut I have ever had. That apple fritter looked and tasted amazing, it was warm with a soft texture and a well balanced sweetness. The best part was it didn't have a greasy after taste, which ruins some donuts. I got some other donuts and they were good, but next time I am sticking with the apple fritter because it's the donut worth driving to Saugus for. In fact, I am tempted to drive to Kane's now.

    (5)

  • Jenna B.

    I don't like donuts. Really, I don't. I never eat them. However, this place is the one and only place from which I will ever eat a donut. Honey-dipped only please! They are huge, sweet, doughy and absolutely freakin' delicious! My husband is a fan of the coffee roll, which is enormous! My kids love the honey-dipped donuts like Mom.

    (5)

  • Adriane L.

    You would have to be out of your mind not to give this place 5 stars. it is my downfall, and I don't even have a sweet tooth, but these donuts... I can't pass on them. As good as it gets!

    (5)

  • Mark M.

    I was born and raised in Saugus, walking distance from this place. Of course, the first thing I have to mention are the cinnamon rolls. If the Gingerbread Man had a pimped-out confectionary Escalade, he'd use Kane's cinnamon rolls as 24s. I ate an entire one when I was 10 and woke up shaking and sweating two days later 4 towns away. My wife, not being from the area, was skeptical. We tried to tell her, but she refused to believe they could be any more decadent than Cinnabon at the mall. Blasphemy, I thought. I needed to school her. So Saturday, I crept out of bed and drove all the way back to Saugus and the old hood and picked up one of each type-- frosted and glazed. I brought them home and watched as she absolutely lost her mind. After snapping a few pictures, she ate roughly one quarter of the roll. What resulted was the most intense sugar rush she has ever experienced... followed by the wrath of Kane. She slouched on the chair, crashing hard for the rest of the day as her insulin tried to fight the good fight. Before she slipped away into the nods for the afternoon, she raised a quivering fist and let out a pained, "KAAAAAAAAAAANE!" And with that...she napped. I showed her.

    (5)

  • Liz A.

    This place is right down the street from my house! Newly renovated , but even better then before. Its great to go in there very homey. Coffee rolls are great to cut up and share with all your friends and the size makes that happen. The donuts are great a little pricey but well worth it. Have one and you will be hooked!

    (5)

  • Adam W.

    I hadn't been to Kane's in a while but had a hankering this morning and decided that it was time to teach my two year old, who incessantly asks for "two munckins" , that Dunkin' Donuts suck! I had a peanut butter and jelly donut. Holy moly! I've been thinking about it all day. It was light, puffy deliciousness filled with LOTS of jelly and skim coated with just the right amount of peanut butter. I NEED ANOTHER! My son had a wild blueberry donut and ate the entire enormous thing! Wifey had a cinnamon sugar donut which she said reminded her of Hemstrought's bakery where she grew up. That place was like Mecca to her family...I'm pretty sure they kneel and pray in it's direction daily...so that's quite a compliment. I'm not sure if I wish Kane's was closer or not. It's soooo good I'd probably be there every day.

    (5)

  • Amanda M.

    The BEST! I have never met such genuinely sweet people as the owner, Paul, and all the lovely ladies in the front. I really left there with a smile on my face.. They are such good people. NOW.....the honey dipped donut was the best I have ever tasted in all of my life. They really are the best!

    (5)

  • Paul F.

    They have re-done this place, not to many mom and pop donut places left and this place is amazing... that huge coffee roll thing is awesome and the glazed donut is to beg for. Dunkin, you suck!!! Kanes rules.

    (5)

  • Patrick M.

    Best donuts around! You can't beat them! They are well worth the moderate cost.

    (5)

  • Nicole P.

    In celebration of casual Friday my co-worker brought in a dozen donuts from this place today. So I haven't had the experience of going to the shop, yet, but the donuts are AMAZING! If you like dunkin or krsipy kreme you will swoon for kane's! I had half of a honey glazed and half of a coconut- both melted in my mouth. They weren't too sweet like krispy kreme either and they actually tasted fresh unlike dunkin. The donuts are big so half is plenty but my co-wroker Jay scarfed down 3-4! I can't wait to make a trip out to Saugus (wherever that is) to try a choclate glazed or boston cream! I have been on a sugar high all morning- wheee!!!!

    (5)

  • K. P.

    Update: As Paul noted, my review really should be a 4-star, and not just a one based on their pizza! So in all fairness, I have changed my rating! Thank you! :)

    (4)

  • M J.

    The best donuts ever.... there is not one bad one there unbelievable. There donuts the way they use to be not the cookie cutter ones from dunkin donuts. go, try, you will not be disappointed :)

    (5)

  • Samantha C.

    Best donuts EVER!!! I just moved five minutes walk from here and they are by far the best donuts I've had. I have not been so excited about getting donuts except for when I was a little kid. They are so yummy. I am totally baffled at how anyone could disagree. So far I have had the honey dipped which was so fluffy and delicious not to mention huge. My wife got the apple crunch which is more like a cake style filled donut (butter crunch on the outside and apple pie filling) I had a taste it was also amazing! We arrived at 7am for these two. The second two we tried we bought at 12pm which were the dirt and worms and the double chocolate. The worms and dirt is a chocolate cake donut that is honey dipped, chocolate frosted, Oreo crumbs & or course gummy worms ontop. This donut was very filling and delicious...definitely a good pick if you are a chocolate lover. Second was the double chocolate which is the toned down version of my dirt and worms...again delicious. So still at 12pm I did not see any change in quality of taste. ALSO there was still a huge selection of flavors at 12pm. I have also never seen such a selection of donuts 20+. They also have enormous cupcakes. Definitely DEFINITELY a must try!!!

    (5)

  • Jon S.

    Stumbled on this place thanks to Yelp. They make their own donuts and coffee rolls fresh, and open at 3:30 am while they do. Not that you're really gonna go that early! First bite you take, you will not believe it. We googled, it was so good. Turns out donut experts call Kane's a top 10 donut shop in the country. I believe it.

    (5)

  • Tony D.

    Donuts. Best. Ever. Compared to Kane's DD's donuts are doo-doo and Krispey Kreme is krappy. This is what a donut is supposed to taste like. Save a butternut for me.

    (4)

  • Lori A.

    The coffee rolls are to die for. Fresh, very soft and perfectly glazed. Get there early or they run out!

    (5)

  • Scott P.

    you cannot get a better donut anywhere. I live too close and smell the fragent donuts baking in the early morning. Try the UFO (giant coffee roll), or a real treat the lemon filled honey dip, WOW!!!! The coffee needs improvement not memorable!

    (5)

  • Jemima T.

    Eat the plain glazed. Kane's is a great place to go for donuts and coffee. Not great ambiance, but hey- it's a donut place! They make some other pastries too, and pies, but I can't venture beyond the plain glazed.

    (5)

  • Joe S.

    Get a Dozen Donuts from this place as a Special Treat. Then rent a fork lift to get the box out of the door. It's the Santarpios of Donuts! Note: These are "Cake Style" Donuts. Very different from Dunkin and MUCH better. More local reviews: routeonesaugusnews.com

    (5)

  • Andrea C.

    Kane's Donuts = AMAZING! Went and visited Kane's after seeing them on Phantom Gourmet, reading about it in Bon Appetit, and hearing about them from my in-laws who saw them on the Food Network or something similar. We figured if everyone was raving about them, Kane's should be good. My husband and I aren't huge donut fans but donuts definitely seem to be part of the New England culture so we decided to make a short trek to Saugus to try Kane's Donuts. Our consensus on Kane's Donuts - We Love It! Kane's is a no frills neighborhood donut joint and we truly enjoyed that. We ordered a giant coffee roll and a dozen donuts which included a black raspberry jelly filled, honey dipped, boston cream, maple sprinkled, and butter crunch. What's nice about Kane's is that they have the light fluffy donuts as well as the heavy cake donuts. The honey dipped is my personal favorite, it is not overly sweet but just sweet enough. My husband really enjoyed the Coffee Roll, it had cinnamon swirled inside with a bit of sugar glaze on top. I prefer more glaze personally but it was just right for my hubby. Kane's coffee is fresh and delicious. We love to order our donuts with a cup of coffee, then sit in the corner and people watch as we munch and sip. Kane's is truly a neighborhood family joint and it is fascinating to watch the locals come in order their donuts and greet everyone else there. You can find the retired locals, the young professional, the hung over party goer, the local family, down to the local little football league athletes, to little 2 year olds eating donuts bigger than their heads. In addition, everyone seems to know everyone. People are always friendly here which is truly wonderful. Kane's Donuts is a true gem!

    (5)

  • Deb L.

    don't get it., heavy, greasy donuts that have left me with a sick feeling after eating them. miss the light and fluffy krispy creme

    (1)

  • Anna Maria S.

    oH YEAh...NOTHING like a Kanes coffee roll! donuts...as they are supposed to be...YUMMMMM

    (5)

  • Renee F.

    Cellulite, meet Kane's Doughnut House. Kane's Doughnut House, meet cellulite. There are many days when I'm on the elliptical machine (okay, not many, but some) and I curse Kane's Doughnuts. Damn you chocolate cake, damn you boston cream, damn you cinnamon sugar and to hell with you honey dipped. You are the worst. The worst at being the best donut ever made my mankind. The doughnuts are huge, so one = 3 Dunkin. And when you have a Kane's doughnut, you'll never ever be able to go back to a doughnut that's given to you through a drive thru window. The hone dipped are crisp enough to have some resistance as you bite down but easily gives way to flaky, airy, moist deliciousness. And they are open a lot. Late nights, early mornings, just when the doughnut jones is coming on. Eat one now. Serioulsy, it's worth an extra half hour on the elliptical. Really.

    (5)

  • Dave B.

    Thirty seven reviews for a donut shop. Five stars. What should this tell anyone that has not had a Kanes donut. They haven't had the best. I don't think even way back in the day Dunkin donuts size & quality even came close to the size & quality of Kanes. All their donuts are great. Yes you can feed five with a coffee roll. And their coffee if good too. But my choice and what is always a must have is the chocolate honey dip. Parking is tough. Easy to get to about 10 minutes off Rt. 1.

    (5)

  • Joseph G.

    Biggest and tastiest Donuts in New England. And have you seen the baker. Man, you can see that guy looooves his donuts! And that's a good thing. NEVER, I repeat, NEVER trust a skinny baker. Anyhoo, the best jelly donuts. Soft, plump, and stuffed with jelly love. The chocolate cake donuts are glazed with super sweet sugar icing. And the glazed are light and fluffy until you realized you've inhaled three before sipping your coffee. Kane's the house of love that Donuts built.

    (5)

  • Mike R.

    Unreal. Seriously. Went to get the giant coffee roll and grabbed a dozen donuts too. Jelly is out of this world. It looks like a little hole in the wall, and , well it is. It was kind of crowded when I went Mon. morning but the line moved really quickly and the service was great. All in all the only place I will go from now on. Granted I have 25 minutes round trip to spare.

    (5)

  • Storm L.

    True doughnut shop, small, busy and so very good! I remember going here as a child many years ago and it hasn't changed. But now I can see over the counter! Old fashioned are lightly crispy and perfect for dunking, Chocolate and honey dip glazed write the standard. Apple filled quite good. They also have muffins, next on my list to try and a humongous wicked good coffee roll the size of a cake. Prices decent, but with the price of wheat climbing I'm not surprised to pay nearly $10 for a dozen. Still worth it and a delicious cheap treat.

    (5)

  • Christalina W.

    I was so disappointed w/ my Kane's experience. What a let down. I went early afternoon on a Saturday, and there were plenty of donut choices still left, so I opted for the chocolate glazed, and the chocolate butternut. The chocolate butternut was huge, and the outside topping was delicious, but the inside of the donut was dense and dry. The chocolate glaze on the outside of the other donut was standard, nothing special, and again, the inside was really dense and dry. I didn't think this place was worth the drive, or the calories. Maybe next time I'd go for the chocolate glazed, that had so much glaze on it, that maybe the inside would have been moist, and not tasted like a brick. Honey Dew donuts still has the best donuts, and highly beat out Kane's.

    (2)

  • Christopher H.

    Go here. Best donuts in the northeast, and probably the world. Great feel. Friendly staff. A place that gets it.

    (5)

  • Adriana M.

    This place is great! The doughnuts were impossibly delicious, the service is outstanding, the place is so cute and very clean! I loved it! Infact I'm going back later today to buy my friend 12 honey glazed doughnuts instead of a cake for her birthday because these doughnuts are so unbelievably outstanding! Best doughnuts in the world!!

    (5)

  • Dilly W.

    This place has some very good donuts, I wont repeat what everyone else has already said, however this is one of the very few places in the U.S. that gets the jelly donut right, just the right consistency and amount of jelly with enough dough so the taste isn't overwhelming. Anything with chocolate frosting is good too. Have yet to try the ginormous cinnamon roll but when I do I'll bump this up to five stars.

    (4)

  • Justin E.

    Great donut shop! This was my first stop after I got off the plane at Boston Logan, and it met my expectations living up to its reputation as one of the top donut spots in the country. I probably didn't get the freshest batch since it was about 5pm, but still great nonetheless. I tried the chocolate honey dip, regular honey dip, and jelly. All were terrific, but the jelly was the tastiest.

    (5)

  • Raymond W.

    All I can say is wow. Thankfully this place is located far away from me otherwise my weight would double over these delectable and enormous donuts and confections. I first stopped by on the way to Portland and sampled a few donuts with friends. The standard yeast glazed donut was soft and chewy with a nice even glaze that didn't leave you feeling to bogged down. The cake donuts were another story as the mix of the car ride and the heaviness of the donuts made me feel a little sick. However, the next time I came, I waited until I got home to eat one and was totally fine. The butter nut crunch and coconut donuts might be a little overkill, but were still awesome. The jelly filled donuts were flavorful and sweet without being overwhelming. Go with the raspberry. The boston creme is a must have with a smooth creamy filling. They also have a surprisingly good cupcake although it was huge and lasted me two servings. It may actually be the best cupcake in the boston area for me. The donuts are a bit pricier at $1.25-$1.50? half dozen at $7.50. They also have monstrous coffee rolls at $7.

    (5)

  • Vicky L.

    I've been wanting to try Kanes for ages but it's a little out of my way. One late night when I just couldn't sleep and was browsing yelp reviews, I noticed that Kanes was open at 3 am. When I walked into Kanes it was like a dream. There were huge donuts with pink and yellow thick frosting, whipped cream, sprinkles and jelly beans, donuts with gummy bears, peanut butter and chocolate donuts with reeces peanut butter cups. I felt giddy, like a kid in a candy store. The woman who rang me up was super sweet, probably because she has the best job ever. The donuts were good, probably not for someone who doesn't like super sweet over the top stuff overloaded with frosting, whipped cream, and candy, but I do like that.

    (5)

  • Stacey M.

    Went here last fall to try out the fabled coffee roll, which was indeed quite large and very tasty. BUT, I also brought home a chocolate honey-dip donut and nary a weekend has gone by since then that I haven't fantasized about it's cakey goodness. A bit crisp in spots on the outside, but soft and moist in the middle. Seriously the best donut ever. After reading the other reviews of the different donut flavors, it seems more and more apparent that a trip to Kane's may have to happen this weekend...

    (5)

  • Jim S.

    We had back-to-back-back Yelp's today, starting with a dozen from Kane's. They're all very good - just as others have mentioned. The coffee roll is immense. Good find. Thanks Yelp!

    (5)

  • Ed H.

    Outstanding donuts!! Once you've tried Kane's you'll always consider Dunkin as second rate. I've been coming back to Kane's for years and the quality has been consistently high. Glazed unfilled donuts are my favorite and the variety in this style includes blueberry, raised, cake, and many more. The coffee rolls are a must buy for anyone visiting for the first time.

    (5)

  • Lyndsay B.

    I have only been to this establishment once, but I really enjoyed my visit. Not only was the person behind the counter friendly, the rest of the people in the establishment were friendly, too! You know it's a good place when it attracts nice people (kind of like Yelp...). The doughnuts are fabulous. I had the blueberry-filled doughnut, and it was everything a doughnut should be. Heavy, filled to the brim and delightfully powdery. I also had a coconut raspberry doughnut, and that was also fabulous. The cider doughnut (just a bite!) was okay. The real cream bismark with blueberry filling was really great (also only a bite!). It is very well balanced between the cream, filling and doughnut. My husband and I will go back many times, even if it is a half-hour away. The prices are also very good. About $1 for a doughnut. I think that is reasonable, considering what DD is charging these days. Oh, and on weeknights, they're open til 11 pm. How great is that?!

    (5)

  • Lance M.

    So the deal is that we just moved to Lynn from J.P. I know,it's a long story.Anywho,our friend,who works in Boston,had mentioned that one of the girls in her office brings in this behemoth coffee roll every once in a while.I was intrigued. How big could it be? Well,I soon found out when my 2 teenage boys were over this past weekend. We went to Kane's to try some out. They are enormous. Each one had to travel in it's own pastry box. I had to hire guys with trucks off Craigslist to cart them home for us.OK..not that big,but impressively huge. Enough to have the wife and kids laugh out loud when I brought them out to the car. I didn't get to try the actual donuts,but next weekend,I'm definitely there.

    (5)

  • Bill U.

    What a find! This family run place is the sort of thing that makes small towns great. They are of course known for having the largest coffee roll around (think pizza size pastry), but I have honestly never had one... I can't get past the doughnuts! Everything is homemade very very early in the morning each day. On Sundays the line falls out the door as old and young stop by after church or as they start their day. Kane's has been around for half a century, making doughnuts, muffins, "real cream" Bizmarks, and on holidays, fantastic pies. If you want something specific, do call a day in advance because they can run out when demand is high. Tip: Call ahead for a vanilla cream doughnut; they do make 'em but rarely keep them in stock.

    (4)

  • Sara O.

    I'm from Wakefield, MA and am 28 years old and for the first time in my life, my mom says "Oh, there's this really good donut shop in Saugus... Kane's Donuts." We happened to be in the neighborhood and from the moment we got there, I was a fan. I like the old school sign and the fact this place has been around forever. We got a half dozen: honeydipped, chocolate honeydipped, old fashioned honeydipped, a toasted coconut and a coconut. Upon tasting them I concluded: THESE ARE THE BEST DONUTS I HAVE EVER HAD!!! I can't believe I didn't know about this place until today! The donuts are huge and sweet and soft and cakey and delicious. I am a super fan and I will be back. WOW. BEST DONUTS EVER.

    (5)

  • Judith S.

    I've on rare occasion had donuts as good as these, in other small town bakeries, but never any better. They are really amazing. I live nearby, but would make the occasional trip if I didn't. I love the wild blueberry, but they're seasonal. The chocolate is deep, the glazes are heavy enough to give that zen moment of satisfaction, but not overbearing. If you only indulge from time to time, this would be the place to do it. The people are super nice as well. Added bonus is the sweetness of the shop itself; super old school with wrought iron tables and big windows. Nice place to sit for a few minutes and sip your decent cuppa with your astonishingly yummy donut and watch the town life of Saugus come and go.

    (5)

  • Cosmo X.

    I have to say they are the best... Huge fresh and delicious... always!!!

    (5)

  • Jay P.

    By far the best donuts in the Northeast. I grew up with Kanes, and they're as good now as they were when I was a kid. I love the coffee rolls. They're big enough for four people. I wish they made a smaller one that you could eat on the go. A Kanes donut is worth spending an extra 20 minutes it the gym to burn off!

    (5)

  • Diana L.

    They have THE WORLD'S LARGEST COFFEE ROLL here. It's about 10-inches in diameter and super fluffy. Seriously, it's like the size of a small cat. You can get it frosted or glazed. I had me a little too much beer before going in there, so I basically just freaked out when I saw the thing. In addition to the ginormous coffee roll, they have a tasty raspberry bismarck with luscious whipped cream and also some pretty yummy donuts. Next time I'm in Salem, I'm going to stay up until 4am and get some Kane's fresh out of the oven. My travel buddy wants to get the giant coffee roll and wear it as a scarf.

    (5)

  • Michael J.

    The BEST donuts I have ever had. Homemade right there with all the ingredients your not suppose to eat..lol Who cares, once in a while I make a trip over because I have a Kanes attack and I have to have one of there unbelievable honeydips or plain (crispy outside and HUGE) donuts. This is the way a donut shop should be. Also, try Ziggy's in Salem, MA, another old fashioned donut shop with great donuts!

    (5)

  • John E.

    I've been eating Kanes Donuts for 20 years. As an extensive traveler I've have tried donuts all over, and I have to say these are the best, bar none. The service is top rate. As busy and popular as it is, you are always greeted by the friendly staff. My favorite, is the honey dip filled with jelly, you'll think you died and went to heaven! I'm just sayin...

    (5)

  • Robert F.

    i have wanted to get here for over a year and finally today i was going to be in the area - it is a few minutes off 128 - defenitely need to know where to go but it is worth the drive. they have parking for about 8 cars plus some on street parking. as you walk in you see a few stools for seating and 4 or 5 tables and then there is a wall of donuts. I tried the honey dip, a butternut, a chocolate coconut and a chocolate crueller. the honey dip was good - light in texture and not too sweet of a glaze. the chocolate coconut is as good as any i have had. the butternut was good and the chocolate crueller was good - but a little drier than ones i have had which made it kind of dense... All the donuts that i ordered were big enough that you feel you get your money's worth - i ordered a half dozen and one x-tra - it cost about $8, not bad. the interior is very clean and there were several senior enjoying a cup of coffee and splitting a donut. overall, the donuts are well made and there is a huge variety - I prefer my cake donuts to be a little more moist or lighter across the board but I would be very happy to have this as a neighborhood spot - prefer it head and shoulders to a dunkin donuts. I think that next time I go i would look for the yeasted donuts and maybe the cinnamon roll -- the chocolate coconut was worth a second visit, too. I am a selective fan - which is why i am so happy that they are a small business with such a great variety and I am happy to support them and spread the good news. I don't drink coffee so i can't tell you what it is like, the couple in front ordered a cup and they give you a nice mug and even will put the cream/milk on the side in a little plastic cup - or they could just be regulars. I imagine that there are a lot of regulars, especially senior citizens or retirees.

    (4)

  • Neha Y.

    I don't often eat donuts - and I'm thankful Kane's isn't near me otherwise I'd be indulging every day! I had a glazed - and it was absolutely delectable. A tad lighter than the rest ( or maybe thats just what I tell myself) but the perfect sweetness. Beats Dunkin Donuts any day....!

    (5)

  • Jeremy B.

    Best donuts ever!! The powdered lemon jelly is the best. My dad used to go there often when I was a kid, hell, he still does as the GE is nearby in Lynn. So much better than Dunks or Honey Screw, gotta love that old school flavour.

    (5)

  • Bill J.

    Wow. Just wow. This place is so much better than I imagined. I was channel surfing the other day and came across the Travel Channel. I saw this place on it and said "hey that's not too far from me!" So I decided to stop by last weekend because I love donuts and couldn't resist to come and give these guys a try. Well, let me just say that once you go here, you never go back. The donuts are all big and there's a ton of variety. I was only going to buy a dozen or so, but I couldn't stop and ended up by three dozen lol. I ended up buying a coffee too. All I have to say is that is was better than a Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks coffee. My kids and wife loved the donuts and my daughter just loved the powdered ones. I particularly liked the glazed. I ate about 6 of them I think lol. It's too bad this place isn't a little bit closer.The service was pretty good and the people seemed really nice and funny. I honestly loved this place and plan on coming back very soon. Come check this place out people.

    (5)

  • Tammy C.

    I love the new renovations at Kanes!!!! It was sure nice to be able to bring my wheelchair bound Mom there.She really enjoyed herself.The new restrooms are lovely. One of the owners told us they were not yet done with the place.I can't begin to describe how yummy the donuts are!! We tried a raspberry coconut it was great! My mom had a marble cruller she loved it.The staff was really nice and made us feel very welcome. By the way we took home 4 pieces of pizza Bubba h. they do still make it and you are right it was great.We love Kanes will continue to enjoy it!

    (5)

  • Tom K.

    I am really lucky I live not to far from Kanes.I go there just about every weekend.I love the coffee and the donuts they are really awesome.The coffee is just perfect not too strong and not too weak.I am hooked.As for the donuts I have lived in different parts of the states and nothing compares.The honey dip melt in your mouth.I am really pleased with the recent changes the place has been there 50 years it needed a facelift.Trust me try Kanes you won't be disapointed!!

    (5)

  • Randy D.

    On Saturday, June 21st, 2008. My fiancee and I decided to go to Kane's Doughnuts for our first visit as we were in the area (Logan airport) as we came from western mass. Anyways, We arrived at Kane's around 9:30 in the morning and I ordered 2 twists and a milk while my fiancee ordered a bismark and a coffee and we were not impressed at all with these doughnuts. I thought the doughnuts were way too heavy when doughnuts arent suppose to be. I agree that Kane's is better than Dunkin Doughnuts, But I have been to doughnut shops that were way better than Kane's. I am really not sure how or why MSN has named this shop to be one of the top 10 doughnut shops in america as I have been to a bunch of doughnut shops out on the west coast that is better than Kane's. There was even a doughnut shop in Everett, MA some time ago called "Mike's Doughnuts" that was alot better than Kane's. Of course, Living in this state, You dont have that many choices for good doughnut shops. Overall, I would say that my visit to Kane's was a big dissapointment considering all the great reviews it has recieved on various websites and my fiancee and I have no future plans on returning to this doughnut shop.

    (2)

  • Elaine C.

    When I absolutely, positively have to have a doughnut, I go to Kane's. Yes, we drive out of our way to get these special cake like confections. My husband gets one of the humongous coffee rolls which he eats over the course of the day. There is enough there to share between 2-4 people, but..... He also buys 1/2 dozen for me, I mean, for the rest of us. I love all the flavors. The coconut, chocolate coconut, and lemon filled are really my favorites. Mikes Donuts in Everett has the same type of donut. They are quite good also. I have really tried to be good and stayed away from these places, but sometimes only a donut will do.

    (5)

  • Danielle F.

    Everyone likes different types of donuts, but me I like most of them! Kane's is a family run business, and I can tell you they are great, but you have to get there early especially on a Saturday or Sunday Morning. They are not like Krispy Kreme's, which are good, but light, these are your heavier, meatier donuts if you will. A dozen weighs a good few pounds, but they are pure heaven. If you like donuts, you have to try them!

    (4)

  • Clu N.

    i saw kane's featured in best of boston and had to go. it's a small little donut shop with really delicious donuts. we got a dozen glazed for a party we were headed to, and a couple more for the drive there. amazing. at the party, people popped them into the microwave for just a bit for piping hot deliciousness.

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :3:30 am - 5:00pm

Specialities

  • Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Parking : Street, Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes

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