The Holy Donut
$ • Donuts, Coffee Shops
Hours:
177 Commercial St, Portland
(207) 331-5655
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The owners abuse their employees *by denying their legally protected rights to organize*
Literally the absolute worst donuts my boyfriend and I ever had. Got the vanilla one at the Commercial St. location back in September. Was super excited because all the influencers were raving over how awesome these donuts allegedly were and being from Lancaster County PA, we both love potato bread and love donuts (clearly I’m a big girl and didn’t get this body on bunny food 😝). But one bite and we chucked the $5 over rated dense and dry barely vanilla “donut”. The...read full review
Anti-union scum, overpriced donuts that are more of a novelty than something that’s worth $5 a pop
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 3PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 3PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 3PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 3PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 4PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 5PM |
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The Holy Donut in Portland is a popular spot for unique and delicious donuts, offering a variety of flavors including gluten-free options. It is well-known for its potato-based donuts, which have a dense, cake-like texture that many customers enjoy. The shop can have long lines, but the service remains quick, and the bathroom is clean and free, making it a good stop for tourists. Visitors often try flavors like Blueberry glaze and seasonal options like Pumpkin, which have received praise for their taste. The Key Lime donut is appreciated for its tartness and sweetness, though some find it has an artificial taste. The Whoopie donut is simple and satisfying, while the Maple Bacon donut features fresh, crispy bacon.
Some customers find the potato donuts to be more cake-like and note they can go stale quickly, but when fresh, they are a fun and tasty treat. Many people love how dense and filling they are, with some preferring the light, fluffy, and moist texture. The shop can benefit from adding music and more seating, but it remains a favorite in Maine. Overall, The Holy Donut is a must-visit for donut lovers, especially for those eager to try potato-based donuts that are both unique and flavorful. Visitors should be prepared for a wait, but the experience is often worth it, as many find these donuts to be among the best they’ve ever had.