Firecakes Donuts - Oak Park, Illinois

Victoria H.

Food: I ordered two donuts. The gluten free Double Chocolate Coconut and the Coconut Cream. The double chocolate coconut was dense but moist. It wasn't as heavy on the chocolate flavor as the name suggests but still enjoyable. The coconut flakes are more of a garnish than flavor enhancer. I would order this again. The coconut cream however, I would pass on. I was anticipating for it to be filled with cream but the only cream you are getting is the dollop on top. Without it, the dense breading inside isn't much to celebrate. Be sure to spread and savor the dollop that is on top. I additionally ordered a hot chocolate that I feel neutral. Not bad or watered down in any way. I was hoping for a thicker consistency, but I'd order it again as well.

Service: There was one girl working the shop in the morning. She was young, kind, and patient. Despite making all the drinks herself, she made them rather quickly.

Atmosphere: Small cafe but it has a warm, cozy feeling. It has a slight rustic barn vibe to it. Small table off to the side for seating. There wasn't any patio seating when I visited in April. Depending on how crowded this place can get, the lounge area can fill quickly. More of a quick stop in, grab your goods, and head out due to lack of space.

Athena G. M.

The double chocolate coconut vegan donut was my favorite of the ones we purchased.
The donuts were really good.

The service was great.

There is a small parking lot nearby.

Aimee M. (.

Visited because the friend we are staying with while visiting knows someone who works here. I had a limited time pumpkin pie donut and it was REALLY good. Really enjoyed it. Had more of a cake texture than a donut one.

The one down of the place is the size. One big table and a bit of bar seating. A bit of a cramped space, so keep that in mind.

Malise

Small location, really only good for walking in and grabbing a to go order. Good staff. I don't like the matcha they use and I can't stand their coffee. Patiently waiting for them to bring back the rhubarb fritter.

Deb C.

I just moved to the area and decided to grab a bite on my errand run. I was sadly disappointed find out that they don't have the chicken sandwiches anymore, but I couldn't resist trying a bite of a couple of their old fashioned donuts (pistachio and stout chocolate). They were delicious, no surprise there. Had the couple of bites on their outdoor patio and enjoyed the sun for a bit.

While ordering a homeless veteran came in to ask for some ice water and they were happy to oblige, but I was most impressed that although I offered to buy for the guy, the (I assume lead/manager) went ahead and covered the costs.

I will be back, not because of the donuts (which were tasty to be clear) but because the character of the employees guess a long way.

Annie K.

So sad I used to love firecakes but quality has seriously gone downhill. I got a cherry cream filled doughnut. I ate 2/3 of it before I got any filling. I was starting to think they forgot it. The filling also tasted strangely alcoholic Not sure if it was off. And it was $5 🥲. Never again.

Aubrey J.

Fantastic donuts and a killer chicken sandwich! They have a vegan and a gluten free option every day as well as some delish seasonal offerings. The classics are awesome and I can't wait to get my hands on one of the giant sprinkle filled birthday donuts!

Shayna R.

Have been a devoted fan since they opened downtown. Ordered from u er eats this morning and I definitely got old donuts. When you’re paying $4 a donut, they need to be fresh, otherwise I might as well go to D&D.

Edited to add a response to restaurants response: those that know firecakes fresh donuts, know they are still wet. The frosting isn’t hard or set, it’s actually still messy to eat. The dough is soft and not hard. The donuts I received at 8am were definitely not freshly made. I say this especially because when you order early, you get the freshest donuts… the frosting was set and the dough was dry and hardened. It was not made that day.