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Stan's Donuts at Mariano's Roscoe Village
Master Critic Review
Stan's Donuts at Mariano's Roscoe Village
7.7
Inside Mariano's Roscoe Village, Stan's Donuts runs a counter stocked with the brand's cake and yeast donuts plus packaged mini-donut boxes. Shoppers use it as a convenient way to grab recognizable specialty donuts without making a separate cafe stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Stan's Donuts Chocolate Dipped Mini Donuts, Stan's Donuts Birthday Cake Mini Donuts, Stan's Donuts Chocolate Dipped Donut Box
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Grocery-embedded counter offering Stan's signature donuts alongside your weekly shop.
Who should go: Shoppers wanting recognizable specialty donuts while stocking up groceries.
When to visit: Mid-mornings; earlier for best selection before grocery rush.
What to order: Chocolate Dipped Mini Donuts, Birthday Cake Mini Donuts, donut box.
Insider tip: Look for sale pricing on multi-pack boxes during Mariano's promotions.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Free parking in the Mariano's surface lot
Dress code: Casual grocery-store attire
Noise level: Moderate grocery-store background noise
Weekend wait: No real wait – it's a grab-and-go counter
Weekday lunch: No wait typically
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes – most donuts are vegetarian-friendly
Vegan options: Very limited – vegan options are not always stocked at this location
Gluten-free options: No dedicated gluten-free donuts available
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not really – it's a grocery-store donut counter, better for a casual snack stop than a sit-down date.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There is no seating at the counter itself; you may find seating elsewhere in the store if available.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes – families frequently stop here, and the mini-donut boxes are especially popular with kids.
Best For
Better for: Convenience and recognizable specialty donuts while running errands
Skip if: You want fresh-from-the-fryer treats, latte service, or a full café experience