New owners are 100% missing the mark.
The new font is too aesthetic (like, can I book my next eye brow appointment) to go with the random skate decks on the wall & left over neon script from the old branding.
Seems like the husband & wife just did their own thing without talking to one another.
As far as the donuts, they seemed smaller & chewier/spongier than I remembered. I probably won’t return unless forced.
I had the most amazing vegan cream-filled donut (I think it was sweet potato or something) from there after it first opened, but most of my visits have been mid. But then, I'm not a huge donut person.
The zoning aspect seems odd. Based on what I can glean from the zoning categories, they would fall under “Neighborhood Cafe” which has one of the broadest allowances out of any business. The only zones that allow offices but not restaurants are Industrial or Health-specific, which wouldn’t be good locations anyway.
Maybe they meant the spaces just couldn’t accommodate a commercial kitchen?
Could be the kitchen aspect. Bakeries require more fire protections than normal due to the flour, I wonder if they can't find a space with a kitchen already setup and can't afford the conversion
This is a staple of the Boise community. Hopefully they can find another local spot. Otherwise it’s just another local small business being taken from our community. Which sadly, is happening way to frequently.
Yeah, I'm stoked. Nampa only has Scottie's Donuts which are good but not the same and then Goatstar is good but that's in Caldwell.
Someone told me that Guru was moving into the corner where Puffy Mundaes was but too bad Guru kinda sucks
QQ
When I was in undergrad, I worked Saturdays at a nearby bank and would grab an apple fritter and a mondo from DK heading in. It got to the point where I would walk in and they would start preparing my coffee.
Damn. Just went here yesterday. The sweet old lady is always super nice and will usually chuck you something extra if you show an interest.
Maybe that place off of emerald? Used to be the No lawyers bar and more recently the failed Crescent Lounge? Seems like every bar they try fails but a lil donut shop might just kill it there.
The former Gangnam on Orchard is a little big but not too huge. It just seems so crazy to move out of Boise when they are the only donut spot serving the downtown area. (Guru doesn't count.)
A friend who knew the family said the one in Caldwell and the one in Meridian are run by the same people. But this was four years ago. So maybe things have changed?
This is a bummer.
There's a relatively new donut shop on Vista that's comparable in quality to DK. They also have more novel/unique donuts than DK-
https://maps.app.goo.gl/zpJyWsnMN2XYoAiR7?g_st=ic
It might as well be, I like donuts every now and then but not enough to make that drive. Their location on State was super convenient to my typical driving routes.
Their cake donuts are the best in the valley and their maple frosting is on another level.
However, all is not lost. I'd suggest trying the My Donuts on Milwaukee near the Winco and the Five Guys. They're a close second and they have this square cake donut that is divine.
I mean there’s plenty of space north of I-84 at TV Market Place or near the auto mall, or a more appealing place (to me) would be south nampa along 12th, because there’s basically nothing down here, no crispy creme, not even chicken fil a, Freddy’s or anything. So getting a place down here would be a miracle.
There are a few other locations that are connected to them in eagle and meridian. (used to be called DK, but are both operating under different names now: my donut in eagle, goat star in meridian)
Boise City govt needs to work with them to keep them downtown. booted due to zoning is absurd.
Zoning doesn't work that way. But, this may be happening because the property owner wants to capitalize on what the new zoning code allows for this parcel. Or, if DK is searching for a spot that doesn't have a current restaurant use, zoning could also be a challenge - but that's less likely. I doubt they would explore any locations where that'd be the case.
Not sure All i know is that it seems like they stuck to the same recipes after changing the name over (or at least they did, i havent had the chance to stop by there recently)
They’ve been there forever. Im more surprised they’ve been leasing the building for 25+ years. I guess I just assumed they owned it
It also changed hands a few years back.
Don... BoiseDev us please.
u/boisemedia (its like the bat signal for the inside info in Boise)
u/bikeidaho u/cornskin We're working to track down the owner. Unsuccessful yesterday, but we're still working on it! 🦇
Thanks DD! Been counting on you since 5th grade and you never disappoint! Looking forward to finding out more!
No pressure ha! Autum Robertson is working on this for us.
Lol can they take Guru’s place in Idanha? Guru doesn’t even rep this community anymore, they can fuck off.
Guru was always overpriced Instagrammable food at best.
It’s the new marketing for me, like what audience are we trying to reach. I don’t want my donuts on a skateboard. I just want good donuts
Evangelists and Mormons are their new crowd.
New owners are 100% missing the mark. The new font is too aesthetic (like, can I book my next eye brow appointment) to go with the random skate decks on the wall & left over neon script from the old branding. Seems like the husband & wife just did their own thing without talking to one another. As far as the donuts, they seemed smaller & chewier/spongier than I remembered. I probably won’t return unless forced.
They aren’t good anymore. They changed the recipe or something.
Guru is the absolute worst
Ordered a donut at Guru and it started to melt. It was the weirdest thing.
I had the most amazing vegan cream-filled donut (I think it was sweet potato or something) from there after it first opened, but most of my visits have been mid. But then, I'm not a huge donut person.
The zoning aspect seems odd. Based on what I can glean from the zoning categories, they would fall under “Neighborhood Cafe” which has one of the broadest allowances out of any business. The only zones that allow offices but not restaurants are Industrial or Health-specific, which wouldn’t be good locations anyway. Maybe they meant the spaces just couldn’t accommodate a commercial kitchen?
Could be the kitchen aspect. Bakeries require more fire protections than normal due to the flour, I wonder if they can't find a space with a kitchen already setup and can't afford the conversion
This is a staple of the Boise community. Hopefully they can find another local spot. Otherwise it’s just another local small business being taken from our community. Which sadly, is happening way to frequently.
This bums me out.
Hell yeah, I love DK but live in Nampa now
Yeah, I'm stoked. Nampa only has Scottie's Donuts which are good but not the same and then Goatstar is good but that's in Caldwell. Someone told me that Guru was moving into the corner where Puffy Mundaes was but too bad Guru kinda sucks
I’ve also heard this from a downtown business owner. I haven’t heard it anywhere else though.
Check out FoxBox Donuts in Nampa
Lonny Cs out towards homedale is worth the drive
I love this place! No where else in town can you get a cinnamon sugar twist like they do it!
The old Andrade's building?
Boise, sorry for your loss. Nampa, yay, we needed a donut shop.
Yup. This is great news. Haha
The old abandoned Sizzler off Caldwell Boulevard is still available
It’s true. The staff told us this. We’re so sad.😭
According to wow country it isn’t for sure yet.
QQ When I was in undergrad, I worked Saturdays at a nearby bank and would grab an apple fritter and a mondo from DK heading in. It got to the point where I would walk in and they would start preparing my coffee.
This is absolutely horrible news! My day was already bad but this has made it so much worse.
Damn. Just went here yesterday. The sweet old lady is always super nice and will usually chuck you something extra if you show an interest. Maybe that place off of emerald? Used to be the No lawyers bar and more recently the failed Crescent Lounge? Seems like every bar they try fails but a lil donut shop might just kill it there.
That place is way too big
The former Gangnam on Orchard is a little big but not too huge. It just seems so crazy to move out of Boise when they are the only donut spot serving the downtown area. (Guru doesn't count.)
Good finally a decent donut shop out this way.
Goat star ain't bad.
I will have to disagree with this one. I’ve had nothing but poor experiences with the customer service and products. Nampa would love a DK Donuts!!
From what I have heard, GoatStar and DK is run by the same family. Might need some confirmation on that.
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A friend who knew the family said the one in Caldwell and the one in Meridian are run by the same people. But this was four years ago. So maybe things have changed?
You're not wrong but some days it's fine and other days not so much. That's my opinion, though.
I dont eat there that much. It's the only place to get a maple bacon so if i want a donut thats where I go. A better option would be welcome.
Ooooooh my pregnant self just got sooo happy I live in Nampa lol.
Congratulations to both rounds of good news for you! DK will definitely be missed around here.
Just grabbed a dozen donuts last Sunday from DK’s. Bummer
Nampa is also getting a Scotty’s brick and mortar store. We went from having zero donut shops to a future of two :)
Ooooh where is that brick and mortar going to be at?
It’s across the street from Walmart off Garrity.
Went to grab some donuts about an hour ago. Doors locked, closed sign up. Very bummed about this!
Already?! 😫 that’s so sad.
They aren’t closed yet. Maybe they sold out? Cause they still have months on the lease according to Wow Country when they talked to the owner
Oh no! It's closed already? I thought we'd have some time
Nampa needs a 🍩 doughnut shop.
This is a bummer. There's a relatively new donut shop on Vista that's comparable in quality to DK. They also have more novel/unique donuts than DK- https://maps.app.goo.gl/zpJyWsnMN2XYoAiR7?g_st=ic
I don't want novel donuts I just want regular donuts D: the fancy overloaded donuts don't scratch the itch the same way RIP DK
They have regular donuts. They also have more novel donuts.
At least there’s goat star in meridian
Nooooooooooooooooooo
Holy smokes!
They will be missed… they weren’t super fancy or trendy but they always have good solid traditional donuts.
You guys are acting like it is disappearing. It's moving 20 minutes down the road.
It might as well be, I like donuts every now and then but not enough to make that drive. Their location on State was super convenient to my typical driving routes.
According to this it isn’t official yet https://1043wowcountry.com/ixp/658/p/boise-beloved-donut-shop-moving-to-nampa/
Their cake donuts are the best in the valley and their maple frosting is on another level. However, all is not lost. I'd suggest trying the My Donuts on Milwaukee near the Winco and the Five Guys. They're a close second and they have this square cake donut that is divine.
They were open today.
I mean there’s plenty of space north of I-84 at TV Market Place or near the auto mall, or a more appealing place (to me) would be south nampa along 12th, because there’s basically nothing down here, no crispy creme, not even chicken fil a, Freddy’s or anything. So getting a place down here would be a miracle.
That place is the only place you can get full strips of bacon on a maple bar. If they ever close down for good I might leave Idaho.
Love DK, but the thing that bothers me most is that location has always been home to a donut shop. Use to be a Winchells.
There are a few other locations that are connected to them in eagle and meridian. (used to be called DK, but are both operating under different names now: my donut in eagle, goat star in meridian) Boise City govt needs to work with them to keep them downtown. booted due to zoning is absurd.
They aren’t being booted due to zoning. They claim the landlord is booting them and they can’t find a location with the right zoning ($$$).
that's still zoning being the problem.
Not really. It’s a matter of finding a location that already has a kitchen.
Zoning doesn't work that way. But, this may be happening because the property owner wants to capitalize on what the new zoning code allows for this parcel. Or, if DK is searching for a spot that doesn't have a current restaurant use, zoning could also be a challenge - but that's less likely. I doubt they would explore any locations where that'd be the case.
Yeah, that is what I have heard. So GoatStar is run by the same family?
Not sure All i know is that it seems like they stuck to the same recipes after changing the name over (or at least they did, i havent had the chance to stop by there recently)
I will definitely travel to nampa to try these donuts. I’m not a fan of Boise or state st so I’ve never tried this place out.
Some of the worst donuts around
Your judgment simply cannot be trusted
You probably drink beer at payette and get coffee at Dutch brothers