Reviews for Donut Friar in Gatlinburg, TN
I tend to avoid phrases like "best I ever had" or "must-see" because so much of food and taste is subjective, but I'm quite... certain these donuts really were the best I ever had. If you go early in the morning, The Donut Friar almost seems to advertiseitself with the long line of patient people snaking its way down the cobblestone walkway. And that's the line to just get IN. Myhusband is not one to wait for food, but I begged him to stick to the plan for the sake of these well-hyped doughnuts. Hegrumbled a bit, but once we actually good inside, the warm smells of freshly fried baked goods quieted both of us as we justturned our noses up happily. A nice lady in front of us heard me gabbing excitedly about which ones I'd like to eat andrecommended I get the cinnamon and twisted sugar donut. She also gave me a wink-wink-nudge-nudge tip that the Donut Friar alsosells loaves of cinnamon bread. These are in short supply and not even mentioned on the menu, but they only make twentyish aday. I knew I'd met my eating match when she walked up to the counter and asked for her order of twenty loaves. As for our ownorder, we decided to listen to our local expert and order both of her recommendations. I couldn't even wait a few steps before Ipulled one out of the bag and sank my teeth into one of them. They're...incredible. Both of them had a delicate and almostcrunchy exterior, with the most fluffy and slightly sweet bready interior. The donuts are so cheap that after we gobbled bothof our doughnuts, we looked longingly at the line and wondered whether it'd be worth it to wait for another. A few things tonote: they're cash only, so remember to come prepared (unless you want to pay the fee at the ATM), and there's nowhere to sitinside. Thankfully, there are a few benches around this little complex so you can enjoy your sweet breakfast in peace. ...Thatis, if you can even wait long enough to grab a seat. Because I sure didn't. Read more
Honestly, of all the places you can go, this is one spot i would highly recommend. Fresh homemade donuts and they are... delicious. They aren?t like the typical donuts you may get in your city, they are so delicious and they have a wide range ofselection too. Pricing isn?t a little high if you get like a dozen (around $20) but you are paying premium for the area. oneside note: it only takes cash but they do have an ATM on site for you to withdraw money. Read more
YUMMY! We stay at the hotel behind the Village so we ate here two different days and it was so yummy! Be aware they are cash... only (there is an ATM in the store). Read more
Delicious home made donuts in downtown Gatlinburg! This little shop is located off the Main Street but well worth finding as the... donuts were fresh and delicious, service was great, and the coffee smelled wonderful. NOTE: Cash only?.they don?t take cards. Five stars. Read more
Donuts were absolutely tremendously GREAT! What a neat location and history this place has. Can?t wait to visit again when... visiting Gatlinburg. Read more
LOVE this place! Even drive all the way into Gatlinburg from Dandridge for their donuts. We love the chocolate eclairs and the... powdered Bavarian cream donuts. Every time we are there they are very friendly and personable. I've never had a bad experiencehere and they literally have the best donuts anywhere!!! Read more
Donuts were amazing! The perfect combo of fluffy and crunchy. I got the Bavarian cream donut and it had just the right amount of... cream in the middle. The man at the register was very friendly and made us feel welcome. The only reason I didn?t give thisplace 5 stars was because of the coffee. I got a caramel latte and the espresso was burnt and very watered down. Someone pleasetell me where to get good coffee in Gatlinburg ! ??????????? Read more
We stop here multiple times when we're in town. So many choices you're sure to find one (or more) you like. Located in The... Village, it's not hard to find. My favorite donuts of all time. Read more