Cake donuts, long johns, fritters and the gooey butter cake, out of the case at 1904 S Vandeventer. Open every morning of the week and gone by two in the afternoon.
Open
Every day, 6am - 2pm
Paying
Cash only
4.4 from 1,054 reviews
Shaw, St. Louis
Classic Donuts Forever
Fifteen kinds in the case, and eleven of them cost a dollar twenty-five. Nothing on the board is over $3.25. Bring cash, come before two, and take a box away.
“Donut tap on the glass. It scares the donuts.”
Painted on the wall inside
A St. Louis tradition
Behind the counter there is a mural: a portrait in the clouds, ringed with drawn donuts, and that line lettered across the bottom of it.
The shop
Have a look
Before you set off
Open seven days, shut at two
Six in the morning until two in the afternoon, every day of the week including Sunday. It is a counter, not a cafe: you come in, pick a box and take it away.
There is a free lot, paid parking, and space on the street. The entrance and the parking are both wheelchair accessible.
Worth knowing
Cash only
There is an ATM at the door.
| Monday | 6am - 2pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6am - 2pm |
| Wednesday | 6am - 2pm |
| Thursday | 6am - 2pm |
| Friday | 6am - 2pm |
| Saturday | 6am - 2pm |
| Sunday | 6am - 2pm |
What people say
4.4, across 1,054 reviews
Left on Google, by people who came in.
These are the best donuts in St. Louis. The owner is incredibly nice and always gives out free samples of donuts. Amazing donuts and even better environment!
... The gooey butter cake is an absolute 10/10! Perfectly buttery, soft, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Every bite was rich, fresh, and full of that classic St. Louis flavor. Honestly one of the best desserts I've had.
... Great little spot for donuts. Glad they were open on a Tuesday when many places aren't. The donuts were so delicious. Bought a 6pk for 3 people and we split them up so we all got a variety. Not an eat-in type of place but quick to run in and pick up a box to go.
This little place in the Shaw neighborhood is worth a stop! The long john with vanilla icing is perfection, and of course the gooey butter cake is a must. The custard is a recent fave - tastes so fresh!
... Always have such a great experience here. The staff is super friendly with nice light energy. The variety is pretty steady featuring multiple variations of different style donuts so you're not limited to the basics. The signs are soo cute and we ooveee affordable standard pricing.
Shaw
World’s Fair Donuts
1904 S Vandeventer Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
Every day, 6am - 2pm. Cash only.
Ordering ahead
Need a box for a crowd?
For a big order, or to check what is left before you drive over, calling the shop is the surest way to get an answer the same morning.
(314) 261-4002Every day, 6am to 2pm.