Glory Hole Doughnuts

Prob the best donuts, not a fake review did not receive any free items. Watch out for my 5/5 stars one though 😂

We finally got to try Glory Hole Doughnuts, and overall, it was a pretty good experience. The dough itself was incredibly smooth and soft—clearly made with care and quality ingredients. We especially enjoyed the berry and fruity flavors; they were vibrant, not overly sweet, and had a nice balance that really stood out.

However, at $3.95 per donut, we felt the pricing was on the higher side. While the quality is definitely there, it’s hard to fully justify the price, especially when compared to other artisan donut spots in the city. For that reason, I’d give this place 4 stars. The donuts are tasty and worth trying at least once, but it may not be an everyday treat unless you're okay with the premium pricing.

Would still recommend it for anyone curious or looking to treat themselves—especially if you enjoy unique or fruit-forward flavors!

Had the opportunity to try a Glory Hole Doughnut. They have been around since 2012 in the East York community. They take pride in their pronounceable ingredients and that everything is hand made. I considered these doughnuts as gourmet doughnuts. The size is huge, and the quality and the price matched it.
I had the fudge dip mini. The other one I almost considered was the cinnamon sugar mini. When I’m trying something new, I usually go for the most basic flavour to be able to compare and give a honest review. In overall, the fudge dip mini wasn’t overly sweet. The doughnut is fluffy with a slight chew to it at the end.
My coworker, she loves it and finds it dangerously close to her home. Another one, she said it was good too. Me, I’m happy that someone brought it into the office to brighten everyone’s day. The doughnuts were all so pretty.

This is not a nuts free bakery.

What did you like about these doughnuts? Close to home. They are made freshed. They are a bit smaller than normal doughnuts I've had for $3.95. The doughnuts were fluffy and soft, and there were a lot of different flavors to choose from. The service was amazing, which made the experience a lot better.

They were good and I wanted them to be great. But unfortunately they were not anything special. Donuts were quite small for the price. Used to pass by their parkdale location all the time but it has since closed.

The donuts were good, but I do think they were a little pricey for the size.

I’ve been wanting to try this place for a while and finally got the chance today. The staff was super friendly and recommended their bestsellers: Vanilla Sprinkle, Ferrero Rocher, and Toast & Butter. I went with the Ferrero Rocher, and it did not disappoint!

The donut was freshly baked, soft, and fluffy, with a deliciously rich yeast flavor. I loved the Nutella topping, chopped hazelnuts, and feuilletine, the crunch was the best part!

Can’t wait to come back and try more flavors!

Top-tier doughnuts!

You can definitely taste the passion and love put into them! I have now been to both the bakery and their new location at the Eaton Centre. The bakery on Gerrard offers a few different items than the location in the mall. They have these mini cake balls - those are absolutely scumptious! The lemon ricotta is definitely a favourite of mine!

It also offers other baked goods that the mall doesn't but you have to check them out on IG to know what they are.

As soon as they posted their peach cobbler foccacia today, I made a beeline to the bakery and bought a piece! It was super frrrresh! It was still warm when the kind individual at the cash packaged it. He and the taller lady did such a great job promoting it as well. Always nice to see employees so enthusiastic about their products! (Even though I didn't need much convincing to buy it lol)
It was soooo good!

Will definitely be back!

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Toast and Butter Donut, Ferrero Rocher Donut - I've always underrated donuts, but not after these entered my mouth. So light and airy with an attractive spring back once bitten into, with a delicate fry for a crisp bottom that's not overly oily. The Ferrero Rocher was the star today, dipped in an indulgent Nutella hazelnut icing and sprinkled with crushed hazelnuts to add another layer of texture and nuttiness. Additionally, if you like the rich sweetness of butter tarts, you can have them in a donut form as well.

EDIT: Butter Pecan - the donut itself is still top notch. Fluffy, spongy and airy. However, this flavour is too cloyingly sweet for me, but sweet tooths may love this.

You absolutely must try this incredible donut spot, one of the best I had in Toronto! It's one of the best I've ever tasted—trust me, you won’t regret it!

The original large donuts were nice and fluffy with a great topping to donut ratio. The last two times I’ve visited and tried the new small donuts and unfortunately the donut is too dense and a little stale which over powers the topping flavours.

I will continue to check if the large ones are brought back, especially the pecan one, but until then will pass on the small ones.

Strange vibe.
Ordered from here before for friends and parties and they loved them.

However, the person on cash seems to have hostility towards anyone that isn’t buying a 12 pack of donuts or they don’t seem to know personally.

Not friendly. However, tasty.

Edit:

Hi!
Thanks for the quick response. It’s appreciated.

Interesting that you say they are great to the community because I do in fact live in the community.

I understand people have off days(mood wise) however, there was a tone shift and a welcoming feeling when a customer they recognized came in.

Rather than the strange mumbling I received while I was in. It’s fine in the end.
However, you as an owner should be aware of your staff and how they treat your customers.
Rather than immediately replying to me “no our staff are great. You must be confused because they’re just oddballs”.
When I witnessed them being friendly to others. So I was either profiled or you can admit they are in the wrong and gently remind them to correct the unfriendly service.

Someone brought red velvet from this place and it was the most delicious red velvet I've ever! Then he told me it was a day old (who cares? Still delicious and wasnt stale after second fay when i ate the other half) $4.25 is a bit steep but the quality and taste is worth every nickel.

Love the fresh doughnuts they make. It brings back memories to when I was a kid when my father had his own shop. It's hard to find places that make fresh doughnuts from scratch. Thank you for bringing me back to my childhood it was nostalgic. Keep up the great work. Also think that the ginger bread doughnut was amazing.

Came in here with high expectations but unfortunately did not live up to the hype, inside was cute simple donut shop nothing to fancy I will add that it was clean. Service was meh.. the cashier was nether happy nor sad he was just there...was hopping for a warm greeting but no..now to the donuts I ordered a half dozen just because I wanted to taste a few before I gave my honest opinion on this shop. I paid $21.00 CAN ( for half dozen) honesty there were lacking something...I don't know what it was exactly but they felt cold and empty like there was no love inside. Usually when you eat something could be anything you can automatically taste how much effort or love the food was made with but not these donuts. I literally took a bit out of all 6 but not one donut make me go OHH my gosh. I hate writing reviews like this because I hate putting down local stores but I must be honest. I'm sorry will not be going again.

I’ve tried almost every single donut place in Toronto, literally, and Gloryhole donuts is hands-down the best. If you love donuts and you're in Toronto, you have to come here. I travel two hours just to get these donuts, and it’s always worth the trip!

Come here on Sundays for the cinnamon rolls. Those need to be on the menu every day. Donuts are average imo, but the cinnamon rolls seriously are some of the best I’ve had

Fantastic, gourmet high-quality donuts, delicious coffee, very friendly staff
Highly recommended .. A local favourite

My favorite doughnuts in Toronto!
Glory Hole makes the best dough for doughnuts I’ve tried! So, so good, the perfect taste, the perfect moisture, the perfect texture!
And the flavors! OMG! I am a sweet tooth, but I love the right amount of sweetness: GH combines the tastiest flavors with exc ally what is needed as sugar!
If I had to choose some favorites, it’s very difficult (everything is so good!) but I would say the London Fog and the Ferrero Rocher 🥰 But I think I’ve tried all of them over the past two years, and they are always satisfying!
Cannot wait for my next time there!

Mmmm decadent donuts gifted to us via uber eats. Lovely love these donuts. Sometimes they are a little sweet for me and I eat half but they are tasty!

First time I had the CinnaBun which was amazing. Second time I went on a FRIDAY got 6, one of which was the delicious CinnaBun. The rest were stale and even with the extravagant toppings, have too much dough per topping ratio.

The donuts here are absolutely amazing, they’re insanely soft and delicious. The donuts are made fresh everyday and are really big in portion. The staff here are super friendly and helpful. If you’re ever in the neighbourhood and need doughnuts, this is place to be.

Best donut spot in Toronto! They serve great coffee too. The staff are always super wonderful. The space is inclusive and we love having them in the east end community. 🍉

loved this giant donut & HB letters for a team event. they tasted & smelled delicious as well! was a big hit. also liked how easy it was to order and schedule delivery, saved me in a last minute bind.

I’ll be honest: they’re not my favourite ‘nuts in the city, but they’re solid and better than most.
Ferrero Rocher is a personal favourite.
Be extra early on Sundays if you want to try their cinnamon buns: they sell out almost instantly.