Doe Bakehouse in York

The donuts here are great. It’s such a shame about the service. Very rude girl on the counter. Complained at us for not queuing correctly, when the queuing system is so strange. She then proceeded to give us a donut without any topping on and then was abrupt and rude when we asked for another. Will not be visiting again, which is a shame. Please send your staff on customer service training, it’s not hard to give good customer service, even when you’ve had a busy day! She clearly didn’t want to be there.

Good vegan selection. £4 for a Bespoke doughnut from an independent is reasonable. Staff were friendly enough; some confusion on why a vegan doughnut was marked as containing milk though which initially wasn’t reassuring. Premises could do with a deep clean; floor needed swept, painted surfaces chipped, untreated wood sitting area and skirting was just dirty.

Hen Do Goals 🤍 My friend wanted a laid back hen do after recently having a baby and that’s when I thought it Doe. With a combined love of doughnuts and art. I decided to book a Doughnut Sip & Paint party for her and it didn’t disappoint. The staff were amazing, Lacey in the lead up helping to plan was so quick and helpful. Being a Wedding and Event Planner myself I know it can be tricky to get things into order, but she was super polite and helpful. The actual event was gorgeous, the girls working were so kind and had dressed the table for our arrival. They’d even picked a Hen Do playlist to play during our time there. Obviously, the doughnuts were delicious and the bride particularly loved her three tier doughnut hen cake. Thank you Doe. It was an absolute pleasure and we loved every second of it. 🍩💕

Taylor Swift pottery experience. £8.50 for the privilege of being there (plus a stale donut). Then the pottery was extortionate for the low quality. I paid just over £15 (on top of the initial £8.50 charge) for a small heart shaped plate. The quality was immediately clear to me - cheap quality mugs and other items. £15 is a lot for a small plate and then we were given small plastic paintbrushes that you could buy from any cheap shop and fairly decent paints. Nothing to distinguish a 'Taylor Swift' night other than quiet background music. No foam shapes or stencils. Overall a really disappointing experience. Then the plates took over three weeks to get back. They had lost one of them and mislabelled another. We ended up getting both back. Then when they came home, the glaze was cracked so the plates are unusable. Would not recommend at all. Not even for the donuts.

We came to visit today as a family of five, the donuts we had. We are absolutely gorgeous! Staff were so friendly and just so lovely, they cater for allergies and had a great variety of alternative milks, which suited one of us are perfect night. Our boys absolutely love the Oreo and Lotus doughnuts! Extremely clean and tidy and my cappuccino was wonderful! Will definitely be returning

Great coffee and atmosphere. Staff were pleasant and chatty but not overly. The cappuccino was as good as any coffee shop. I will definitely visit again

Decided to pop in on a hot afternoon on the way back to our hotel. Service was great, milkshake was great and coffee/caramel doughnut was really tasty. Nicely air conditioned seating area. Glad we dropped in.

Look, I'm not saying I'm addicted to Doe's doughnuts, but my bank statements might say otherwise. Love, love, love Doe so much. The doughnuts are always so soft and fluffy and jam-packed with toppings (or, well, jam). The Layerthorpe branch is always so chilled and friendly (the one in town can get a bit manic on a weekend!), and it's such a treat to bring the dog and hang out for a bit. The menu is constantly changing, but with some firm favourites always available. Loads of vegan options too!

I live in York and frequently visit Doe! The donuts are always lush and they change each month so always something new to try.

Popped into the Layerthorpe store a couple of Thursdays ago on my way to work around 8am- it was a strike day, and I fancied grabbing some doughnuts to boost morale on the picket line! I got two of the four for £14 boxes- I picked a bit of everything, but my fave was the raspberry ripple. Got chatting to someone called Jordan behind the counter- they told me that they baked the doughnuts fresh every day. I'd only planned on getting one box, but ended up leaving with double! There was just too much choice, and everything looked so delicious and luxurious. The baker really knew what they were talking about- it was so lovely to start the day with such a friendly face and chat with someone who is truly passionate about what they do! Awesome doughnuts and customer service, will deffo be back again :)

Absolutely amazing doughnuts. Biscoff ones are my favourite! 😍 Definitely worth getting a variety box.

We love a trip to York but even more since Doe opened. The doughnuts are so fresh and whichever we order (and we’ve ordered a lot) they never fail to amaze. The coffee is always a hit too. Staff are always friendly and I just love the feel of the shop, such a happy vibrant place. Keep up the good work Doe!

Just Wow!!! This place is amazing. I regularly pick up a naughty treat as I’m passing although choosing which donut I fancy is s always my problem as they all look scrumptious! My colleagues love my indecision when I return to work with a box full! 🤦🏼‍♀️ Crème egg and Freddo have been recent favourites .. Mini egg nest is next on my list. Great quality, lovely, friendly staff.. See you soon x

I love donuts and I was immediately drawn to this shop window. They have a large selection of different donuts. There was a pistachio one so I had to buy one. My wife ended up getting a fredo one. The shop is average size. The gentleman that served us friendly. They also sell hot food and a lot of vegan options. However, we were only here for the attractive looking donuts. Unfortunately, that’s all they were. The texture was ok but they lacked any distinct flavour. Sweet yes, but I couldn’t get the normally lovely taste that pistachios bring. The fredo one was also tasteless. We agreed that if we closed our eyes we would be able to identify the difference between both donuts. What a disappointment.

Me and partner drive from Scunthorpe ( sometimes order online ) but we love to get a coffee in York and grab some donuts! Amazing fresh donuts and great coffee!

The doughnuts are amazing and always so cutely decorated and the staff are really welcoming and friendly :)

The perfect reason for a day out in York! Me & my wife love a weekend trip to try some of instagrams most popular coffee & treat places and Doe has to be right at the top. Great coffee & exceptionally fresh and tasty donuts....

The BEST donuts I’ve ever had. Do not travel anywhere else as they won’t compare. The staff are very helpful and i love the colours inside the shop. The beauty of the shop is that it changes the menu so you never get bored of...

Met up with a friend here. She was visiting York and this place was recommended to me. Normally, in my old life, I would’ve gone to Betty’s. I’m not so mobile now and needed somewhere with lots of room. This is better than Betty’s! Lovely...

Great home made donuts and specially picked Italian coffee!! Great service & friendly staff Donuts are made daily. This place got 2 cafes and a bakery - a must visit, when one is in York. Only a few minutes work from York Minister. Wheelchair friendly,...

Absolutely loved my trip to Doebakehouse! Plenty of delicious flavoured doughnuts and the coffee was great! Nice atmosphere and a great place to hang out/catch up with friends. Highly recommend for your doughy needs!

That young gentleman Nathanial makes a banging caramel Latte. Still thinking about it. 10/10 would drink again.

The vegan doughnut range at Doe is the best out there - always a good selection too. The gingerbread man one at Christmas was incredible - soooo good. When I need a bit of a treat, Doe is no.1 destination. The staff are always lovely...

We often visit Doe when we've had a bad day and need a little pick me up. Also I love the idea of painting whilst eating a donut! The staff are always very friendly and open to a bit of banter if they don't have...

Best doughnuts I’ve ever had!! Slightly pricy but was worth it, went back twice during our visit. The staff were lovely, would highly recommended :)

Delicious produce, doughnuts always taste fresh and its such a bright and relaxing place. My biggest struggle is resisting the urge to go in everyday as I walk past to get to work. Really great vegan selection, everything properly and clearly labelled and staff always...

Donuts were tasty, and the shop is nice and homely. Drinks took a while to come as it's just 1 individual serving.

I booked the doughnut decorating event for my 2 boys and they absolutely loved it. An array of toppings to chose from and as always, delicious doughnuts! We will be back thank you

Thank you for a brilliant morning with my two boys at the layerthorpe store this morning. They absolutely loved decorating their donuts and enjoyed eating them even more, they were delicious!!! Loads of topping provided and help when we needed it. Can’t wait to come...

After a mooch around the Christmas market in York my husband and I needed to get away from the bustle and we popped into Doe Bakehouse. It's such a bright space with really nice coffee, quick and friendly service and a vast array of doughnuts...

This place was recommended to me by a few people and it did not disappoint at all, super fresh, so much flavour, the staff were really friendly and the size of the donuts is amazing! Will definitely be going back next time I'm in York

Absolutely stunning from start to finish. We were in York for a couple of days, and happened to stumble across this gem. We were drawn in from the beautiful window display of huge, glossy donuts and went for the pumpkin spiced donut. Honestly, the softest...

Came across this shop in York that had amazing donuts! We are vegan so it was even more special when they had loads of vegan options. They also offer alternatives to milk so we sat down inside and had amazing donuts with cappuccino. A place...

Such a lovely little spot. Overwhelmed by the window display and didn’t know what to pick! Flavours were great, the pumpkin spice was amazing. Would definitely go back 💜🍩

I have followed Doe Bakehouse on Instagram FOREVER but I’m not local and have never been to York so have just lusted other their posts for years… UNTIL THIS WEEKEND! I came to York and Doe Bakehouse was number one to visit on my list....

Could not priase this place enough I can’t get over it! To start, the treats there were just mouth watering, so yummy honestly. The donuts were so big and the box designs for them were so unique! The staff there couldn’t have been nicer and...

I have visited both the Church Street, York and Layerthorpe, York locations over the last two years and have been impressed every time! The donuts are always fresh and delicious with a rotating menu each month or so, you can see why they’re so popular!...

Delicious, big, super special donuts. Reluctantly shared with friends. Packaging and shop are all super cute, please open one in Manchester!

What I love an but Doe is the consistency. We travelled to the Clitheroe shop (an hour there and hour back) just for the fabulous, huge, mouth watering donuts. Which ever branch you go to the staff and donuts are great. Sorry no pictures as...

Finally got to try coffee and Donuts at Doe Church Street York ! the queue wasn’t so long got served within 5 minutes sat down to Lovely fresh coffee and donuts in a relaxed modern shop ,very busy but made to feel welcome . Would...

Visited the Layerthorpe shop with the Grandkids, and they absolutely loved it. Well worth the cost for a luxury treat, and the doughnuts tasted fantastic. I managed 2 when the Wife wasn't looking, kids had a Freddo and a Simpsons one. Our server (Evie) was...

I have visited Doe several times and it is my favourite place to go for a treat! It sells amazing donuts which are absolutely huge, i can never manage to eat a full one in one go! I love the fact the change the flavours...

I was in York with my partner, who by the way has the sweetest of sweet teeth, and was cajoled into visiting this shop. I have no sweet teeth. The shop is definitely eye catching and exciting to visit the staff were absolutely brilliant, over...

I have visited Doe Bakehouse regularly since September for both personal visits with my family and with work. Each time the service and donuts have been incredible - with a wide range of drinks on offer and a rotation of donut flavours! I took my...

I visited the York Centre shop and had a wonderful coffee and donut of the month. The owner served me and made me feel welcome. The shop was clean and tidy and the range of donuts were amazing. I will visit again when next in...

I’ve tried this place a few times, to make sure I’m not being harsh and basing my review on one visit. I can now say confidently the service is always awful, the staff are uninterested and rude. The doughnuts are overpriced and too large with...

I was really looking forward to our visit. Cute place, loved the packaging & the donuts looked delicious. 4 for £13 so I was expecting them to taste good. Unfortunately they were the worst donuts we’ve ever had. Stale, stodgy & completely tasteless. Won’t be...

We visited the one in Clitheroe Lancs but can’t find it on here so this is the same one but in York! Loved the interior of the shop and the choice of doughnuts was insane Had the Biscoff one and lemon meringue and both were...

Donuts look great but the 4 (for £14) we ordered were a little stale/dry and very greasy. Topping tasted OK. Service could have been better and current free donut pr omo not offered (thankfully based on quality of the bought 4). No second chances.

Innovative designs (eg earl grey teacups) and a friendly service. Sit in or take out to find a prettier spot to eat the sweetest of treats. Enjoy!

Doesn’t look much from the front, but staff were lovely, tea was proper tea in a large mug. Doughnuts seemed very light in texture, however the toppings…..I think I had my sugar fix for the weekend

Such a cute shop with unique options for donuts that taste delicious! I was greeted with a big smile from Zara and would definitely come back to York for another donut😋 (love the boxes they give you too)

I’ve been to both York shops many times and initially loved it but the quality seems to be going down hill. The last 3 times we’ve had the donuts they haven’t been great. Yesterday me and my partner just had coffee and the kids had...

Customer service was pretty poor - ordered a freddo Bueno donut, wasn't until we'd paid for it and she was putting it in the bag did she say "oh it's freddo Nutella that ok?" £3.60 for one donut, tasted ok, nothing exceptional.

No wonder you can’t see the Clitheroe bake house ?? Just been today , tatty shop , stale donut ,cheap and nasty butter cream ( marg cream ) If they were cheap then fair enough but £3.80 for 1 !!!! I think price went up...

Was excited to try this place after seeing their very bright and colourful Instagram posts however after visiting in person I was left very disappointed. The shop looks like it’s been set up for about £20 which is odd considering they must have more than...

Have been to the Layerthorpe bakery a few times now. It's always very clean and there's usually a great selection of donuts (I would be partial to more chocolate options however!). The donuts taste great but I personally would like more filling/toppings on a few...

Doe is definitely a Instagram worthy kind of shop, the donuts look amazing but for me personally they were bland. We had the toblerone, Bueno, biscoff and vanilla sprinkles. I preferred my daughter sprinkle vanilla donut to all the others- which I usually would love!...

We've been waiting to shop at Doe Doughnuts since my daughter went to Uni in York and recommended them. Usually we are too late to get there- they sell out fast! Today we were lucky! A big box of doughnuts travelling back to Essex! Yum!

I'd been waiting to visit Doe Bakehouse for ages and it didn't disappoint! The shop itself is quirky with great colours and artwork, the staff were friendly and welcoming too. We took our doughnuts to go but there is a few seats inside if you...

We visited Doe Bakehouse during our visit to York. The shop is located in the city centre and is really easy to find, showcasing all its donut options in the window. The donuts ranged from £1.50 to £3.00 and there was a variety of flavours/options...

Blonde lady behind the till didn't look up from her phone when we approached the counter. The flavours were not clearly listed (bought a peanut butter flavoured one thinking it was caramel, only thing listed was "contains nuts" on a piece of paper). The bathroom...

Oooohhhh my goodness me. I went on a day trip to York to treat myself, and treat myself I did when I went into the Doe Bakeshop branch that’s in the city. The tiniest bit pricey but SO worth it. So indulgent. I wish I...

I visited the Layerthorpe branch for coffee and doughnuts with my husband on a mid-week morning. Neither of us had visited before. The Layerthorpe branch does not have it's own page so I have reviewed on here. The Layerthorpe branch has it's own parking. There...

Walking into the store I didn't know what to expect. The prices of the Donuts were somewhat off putting however isn't that what treats are about... These donuts are probably one of the best I've tried (this includes REAL American ones!) A beautifully made ring...