Winchell's Aurora

Chose this place off of the Google list of nearby donut shops and even though it was about 10-12 miles out of my way, it was worth the visit. The store is in a standalone shop within a shopping center, but faces the main street and is clearly visible at a distance. The exterior was tidy, but the store front was only somewhat welcoming. The store front could use a little help or freshen up as it's a little dated. Nothing major and even if it was left alone, it's the product and service that shines. Once inside, I was greeted by positive and upbeat attitudes from the 2 workers which is always a good thing to happen to you in the morning. The inside was a little nostalgic, but typical for a donut shop and they have a little seating area as a convenience for the customers. They had a good selection of donuts with classics and some specialty ones. The donut and cinnamon roll I purchased were very fresh and had great flavor. The dough is slightly chewy which is my personal preference in yeast raised donuts so I really appreciated the texture. The glazing covered the donut instead of smothering or drowning it and it stayed on the donut well while eating it. The cinnamon roll had an ample amount of cinnamon (without overpowering it) and had good steady flavor throughout. The coffee was hot and fresh and was a mild to medium roast that had an enjoyable flavor that didn't change much as time elapsed. It also stayed hot for a very long time so the cup and jacket this place uses is aces. There were also other items on the menu so there are options here as well. All in all it appears to be a well run establishment and if you're passing by or even if you have to go a little out of the way, this place probably will not disappoint you in the least.