Axios readers pick the best donuts in Chicago
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We've argued about our favorite sweet (and savory for Monica) treats a couple of times.
- Each time, Axios readers come through with dozens more!
State of play: Read on for recommendations in Chicago and beyond.
"Morkes Chocolates in Palatine has the best cake donuts!!! A guy in my office brings them in every Friday." — Mike C.
"Smack Dab on North Clark in Rogers Park." — Thom C.
"My pick is Firecakes on Hubbard for their vanilla frosted raised doughnut with sugar pearls on top. Outstanding! In my neighborhood, I head to Somethin' Sweet on Montrose, a family-run place with good variety." — John R.
"For old-fashioned, Do-Rite Donuts. For cakey donuts, Dat Donut in Lakeview." — Lee B.
"I live in the Galewood area and I have a soft spot for the danish (chocolate chip is my preference) at Reuter's on Grand near Harlem. And in the fall, apple cider donuts at Forest Park Bakery. Get there early for either place as they sell out quick." — Leslie B.
"Spunky Dunkers is my absolute FAVORITE donut place in Chicagoland. I hope they get featured!" — Hannah G.
"Do-Rite's French Cruller makes every morning better — airy and delicate with an eggy, not-too-sweet inside. It should be taught in French pastry schools." —Tom L.
"I gotta give some love to Firecakes regular and pistachio old-fashioned donuts. Even better when you get it off their mobile donut truck!" — Ari B.
"Kuppie's Bakery in Villa Park is very good. Something about a deep-fried, chocolate-covered croissant that rules!" — Stephen S.
"Best donuts are at Wheeling Donuts." — Mark C.
"Country Donuts, baby!!!" — Christine W.
"In the south suburbs it's Orland Park Bakery. In Chicago it has to be Weber's Bakery for a good old-fashioned chocolate hand-dipped donut!!" — Andrea D.
"Doughnut Co. in Woodridge! Great tasty selection. Plus I get senior discount AND a discount for cash!" — PJ B.
"I love the hot, fluffy, not too sweet beignets at Junebug Cafe, on Milwaukee Ave near Six Corners. They make each order fresh, so expect a short wait after ordering!" — Judy J.