Famous Doughnuts

OMG maybe as good as Paula’s!!! The doughnuts are varied on a weekly and just amazing. Plus other goodies are available at this family owned wonderful and sweet shop.

Different strokes for different folks. Different donuts for different grownups.
Famous Donuts are nice, fluffy and have great flavors. They’re very moist and have a great cake like texture. While they do have a limited amount of choices compared to other donut shops, they do have specialty donuts for different holidays and time of year. They often run out, so the best time to get a dozen is in the morning first thing when they open.
I’ve used FD for some of our fundraisers. I called ahead and told them what I’d need and when I would pick them up. They’d have them all boxed up and ready for me, which was absolutely wonderful. They always helped me carry them to my car, which is so nice, especially when I’d order them in the winter. Because we were raising money, they’d charge me 6.50 per dozen … Paula’s are 12.50 a dozen. That’s a major difference when you’re trying to raise money and do not want to have to charge everyone an arm and a leg in order to make a profit. Yes, Paula’s are much bigger than FD, which is why they charge more … but when you’re looking for a good quality, low price donut FD is the way to go.
Many people are either Team Paula or Team Famous Donuts. I like both of them. I tend to go to whoever is closer to me when I’m craving a good donut.
Is Famous Donuts out of this world? No. But they are definitely a great place that I recommend to anyone looking for a great deal and tasty snack.

I just went to Famous Doughnuts for the first time a couple of hours ago. I was actually expecting far less variety since Unilocalers stated that batches are made and sell out early, therefore I was pleasantly surprised to find at least 8 varieties at ~4:30pm. Below are my comments on the four that I had:
–plain: I am usually a big fan of plain/​apple cider doughnuts. In terms of texture this one was in the middle, not too heavy and not too light. It wasn’t very oily which was good but it wasn’t as flavorful as other plain doughnuts I have had and was actually a little lemon-​y tasting which I was not expecting and did not enjoy. Overall, disappointed.
–custard filled (long one): pretty good. I am a fan of cream fillings so I usually go for boston cream/​bavarian cream and this is their version of that. The filling was a little lighter than the aforementioned, which was fine and expected since the woman behind the counter said the filling was like pudding. The chocolate on top was not too thick either which I appreciated since I never care much for the chocolate glaze. Overall pretty good.
–caramel covered: the flavor of the caramel topping was good. It was more like a thicker layer of caramel-​flavored glaze than actual caramel since it had that sugar-​grain consistency of glaze. As a whole it was a little sweet since it seems it had a layer of regular glaze and then had the caramel-​flavored glaze layer on top of that. Overall, a little sweet.
–glazed square: I usually don’t like glazed but this was surprisingly good! The glaze was not too thick and the doughnut itself was so fluffy that it did not make for a dense overly-​sweet treat like I feel other glazed doughnuts are. Overall, this was my favorite doughnut.
Except for the plain doughnut, which the employee had stated was made from a different batter with a more cake-​y consistency, their doughnuts are very fluffy/​airy (think more Krispy Kreme’s texture vs Dunkin’ Donuts). They are good and a solid choice so I would recommend them.

Best donuts in the town!!! Sorry Paula’s lol, the glaze donuts is the truth, I bet you can’t eat JUST ONE!

I love these doughnuts!!! My boyfriend used to bring me a box in the morning before work once in a while… AMAZING…my coworkers loved the doughnuts and him! My job buys at least 10 boxes for us during the holiday season! Just perfect doughnuts!!!

I looooove these donuts!!! They are my favorite in Buffalo. I prefer them to Paula’s 100%. I’m a «pile on the filling» kind of girl, and although Paula’s has the most filling in their donuts I’ve ever had here, I still prefer Famous! They just taste better, and no amount of additions can suffice for that. I buy them for work all the time, and they are always delicious. And Katie, the storefront employee, is always wonderful.

Hidden away on Main Street, Famous Doughnuts is tasty, affordable, and a different style of doughnut than the big rival, Paula’s. They are more compact and smaller prizes, but just as a tasty and actually have a healthier attitude about them. When a Paula’s item seems too much, Famous Doughnuts can make the difference and save the day. It is better than generic chains, by far, and has a great selection of all the classic styles. Nothing here is too sweet, too messy, or a hot mess — so this might actually be better for work place parties. I also don’t tend to feel like I’m going to die after these doughnuts, though perhaps that’s not for the best…
Give them a shot — they are not the sweet, decadent doughnuts of Paula’s, but they are good, cakey, quality snacks that can also live in our world.

These are some dam good doughnuts. The woman behind the counter (Katie) is always so nice, too. Parking can be heinous, so I tend to piggyback a Famous pit stop with an Aldi run, and walk across the street.
I will admit, I am not an adventurous doughtatista. Rather, I am a plain cake girl. A Famous plain cake is, however, famously good.

These donuts were supposed to be featured in the movie «Almost Famous», until the directors found out they were, in fact, already «Famous», and they were cruelly cut from the script. That’s Kate Hudson’s loss, and my gain. Then again maybe it’s for the best, as I’m sure she wouldn’t be able to fit into that athletic wear she’s designing and advertising, if she’d been intaking a steady diet of «Los Donutitos Famosos» as the Cubans would say, all these years.
What to get: Original Glazed.
What else: Anything.
If they were Stamos Donuts, they’d be available in Kokomo. But they’re not. However if they were it would explain why Brian Wilson was lying in bed… just like Brian Wilson did.
Why did nobody tell me about these donuts? And if they are so famous, why had I not heard about them until recently? I ventured in here expecting crap since some of the reviews say they are crap, and all the «buzz» is about Paula’s Donuts (which are absolutely awful in my opinion) and Donut Kraze (which are absolutely delicious, but not my favourite style of donut… they’re the harder cake-​style donuts).
If they were Heinous Donuts, nobody would eat them. But they’re amazing — no matter what some of the other reviews say. Try one for yourself. Who cares what the store looks like (it’s perfectly nice inside by the way). Nom nom nom.
I stopped in here to try the Famousness and became instantly addicted. They are so greasy and so soft and so fresh and so fluffy and so exactly-​what-​I-​want-​from-​donuts, donuts. They remind me of the best Krispy Kreme right off the conveyor, or even moreso, they remind me of Resch’s Donuts in Columbus which are some of my favourites in the whole country.
If they were Lamest Donuts, they’d be Paula’s. Thankfully, they’re not. (Paula’s Sucks).
I have yet to try other donuts here (I’m trying to keep my weight down, and I LOVE the Glazed, so I don’t know when I will — probably tomorrow, now that I said that), but the Original Glazed alone are worth a 5-​star review. They’re 90 cents a piece, and cheaper by the dozen (like men, actually), and they are remarkably, undeniably, orgasmically delicious.
If they were Fraymouse Donuts, they’d be owned by the band The Fray and would have mice running around inside. Thank goodness they’re not.
I feel bad because I am a big fan and supporter and cheerleader for Donut Kraze, but DK definitely is now relegated to my 2^nd-​fave-​donut-​in-​town. Ladies and gentlemen, we have a new leader… it’s Famous Doughnuts. These donuts have become downright notorious overnight, in fact, I’m considering lobbying to have them renamed «Infamous Donuts.»
Speaking of which, now that I have sampled the deliciousness, on any given day, you will find *me* «infamous donuts». So it’s appropriate.
If they were Praymust Donuts, they’d be owned by religious types, who must pray once a day and face Mecca or Jerusalem or wherever the Donut Holy City is. And if they were Nameless Donuts, they wouldn’t be famous at all because nobody would know what to call them.
And I like to put my thingy infamous donuts. Sort of like the guy in American Pie did with the… um… American Pie. Jason Biggs, wasn’t it? Ironic name, if you think about it. No wonder Puff Daddy calls him «Jason Biggsy Smalls.» Speaking of Puff Daddy, I heard he wasn’t too «Puffy» himself, and in fact, nobody ever called him «Daddy.» Which is ironic, since his late mentor loved it when they called him Big Poppa.
Speaking of Poppa, pop one of these donuts in your mouth. They’re like a crazed hormonal teenage girl. Once you pop, you can’t stop.

Superior to Paula’s, sorry they just are better. Not as many varieties or hip concoctions but what they do they do really well. The square glaze is my favorite. Ignore complaints about running out, they make them fresh in batches and once they are gone they are gone for awhile so choose something else or come back, that’s just Famous. I appreciate the freshness and have myself come too late to grab a fave from time to time. These are awesome, not too sweet, fresh, fresh, fresh donuts. Glazed, cinnamon and custard are to me the must haves. Admittedly not a fan of their fry cake. Paula’s is great, love them but much like the Anchor Bar they get all the hype but the best in Buffalo just keeps being the best without the fanfare.

Best glazed donuts in Buffalo, but the last three times we’ve been in they «chose not to make any chocolate donuts today.» C’mon, man!

Personally, I like these better than Paula’s. I went in later on a Saturday. Yes, they only make so many, so once sold out, it’s gone. Got the square shape. Cinnamon flavor! Delish! Not too heavy. Just enough to feel like you at a donut without feeling like you’re going to die after. Big parking lot next to the building. Stop in, get a coffee and donut, play the lotto. What more could you ask for?! Recommend!

When donuts are your only business, you should never been 90% out with no chance of restocking for two hours. We took our business elsewhere and were delighted. Get it together.

update: an extra star because these are no-​nonsense, good donuts.
i stop here on my way in to work and grab a bakers’ dozen at what i think is a very reasonable price. they are not the best donuts in buffalo, but the guys in the office don’t let them last very long either. i tend to like them because they are lighter than paula’s and don’t leave you feeling as much regret for eating a donut. the woman in the shop is very friendly.

I come here once every couple of months.
Usually the selection is good, though they were out of most varieties one time I went.
Typically, they have all the standard stuff: glazed, chocolate-​topped, cream-​filled etc. My husband doesn’t like the peanut donuts because he says the peanut chunks aren’t large enough.
The store itself isn’t much to look at, but the service is fast and the donuts are good. I particularly like the custard-​filled ones that have the chocolate icing on top.
It’s definitely not Paula’s, but if you live in the city and want a fresh local donut, this is a good spot — especially now that Paula’s moved out of Buffalo.

I was on the hunt to find the best donut place in Buffalo. Everyone keeps on mentioning Paula’s but Famous kept on coming up too. I finally found Famous donuts by accident when i was on my way to lunch with fellow Unilocal elite, Chris Culp. I told Chris when we drove by, holy crap thats Famous Donuts, I have them booked mark in my Unilocal app. I told him, lets go there after lunch to pickup some donuts. After eating at the phở vietnamese place on Bailey, we drove down to Famous Donuts.
The parking lot is on the side of the building and the place doesn’t look to clean when you walk in. Alas, i said, It might taste good. The girl behind the counter was very nice and took the time to answer all my questions even though there was a family waiting to order.
I picked out a bunch with some fillings, but a lot of the donuts were non memorable. I don’t even remember one that stood out from the 4 – 5 flavors I bought. They get some stars for being very cheap for getting a dozen and the girl behind the counter answered my question and was very nice to me.
I will probably be back to give them another chance, but Paula’s donuts are still my number one favorite donut shop in the area.

I like these donuts. The location is easy, although parking there can be hard sometimes. They are fresh all day long, I have literally had them still warm from the oven. The price is right for these donuts, the taste is good and the people who work there are very nice.
They also sell lottery tickets, handy if you like that gamble.

One of my favorite stops on the way into work a couple times a week. FRIENDLY service from the man behind the counter!
Usually go for a bavarian crème (?long john?), but have tried others and have been very satisfied.
It’s also a favorite stop-​over for Bennett High School kids weekdays, so plan at least a few minutes in line while they «decide» what they want.
$ 1.60 for breakfast (2 donuts). Not bad!
Cash only, too… unless you have a $ 5.00 minimum purchase.

I don’t know how anyone can think these are great donuts! «Famous»… for WHAT? For having the storefront look like a hole-​in-​the-​wall (and not even a clean one at that)… for having the girl behind the counter not all that friendly… for only having 5 varieties of donuts… and having each one of the five more tasteless, greasy, and (dare I say) STALE than the others!
STAY AWAY! Drive the extra mile and a half and go to «Paula’s» on Kenmore Avenue. Heck, even go to «Timmy-Ho’s» or «Dunkin». While I’m never a fan of the McDonut shops… even those beat these «famous» ones by a mile!

I love this place…
I was craving their donuts before going work and I decided to stop by after some time off because it became an addiction. I always get the Cinnamon roll ones, it is just as good as it gets. Its glazeddd with cinnamon on the inside, the cinnamon is not strong at all. The donut is real soft, moist and nice ahhh is your mouth watery for it…
The service is real good, cashiers are really welcoming and approach customers with a smile. Hands down one of the best places to get donuts, especially for me, its fresh all the time. It’s affordable and there many other choices to pick from, but I always go for the cinnamon roll one. I can buy a dozen and have it all by myself.