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Bosa Donuts
Categories: Food Donuts Food Coffee & Tea Donuts, Coffee & Tea [Edit]
1016 N Arizona AveChandler, AZ 85225
(480) 899-7134
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 12 am - 12 am
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
65 reviews for Bosa Donuts
Review Highlights
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"...creaminess of a simple glazed is similar to a Krispy Kreme." In 10 reviews -
"I went with the apple fritter and the boston creme." In 6 reviews -
"Please check this place out." In 4 reviews
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65 reviews in English
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Review from Jackie A.
Queen Creek, AZ
5/12/2012
You can not eat one, I do not care who you are or how hungry. They are the most moist, soft, delicious things in the world. they are cheaper than anywhere else and so good. Just try to make it home with an intact dozen!
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Review from Laura L.
5/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
I had an oil change in the area and I'd promised DD we could get donuts so... Bosa it was.
We ordered a half dozen donuts which included a fritter (for me), two sprinkled donuts (for her), a chocolate raised (for mom) and two maple bars (for DH).
The donuts were not warm like they'd been when we ordered them from the Tempe location, but I think it is just the time of day we were there (10:45).
Still, they were uber fresh and yummy. DD was very pleased, and DH was so surprised to have his beloved maple bars when he got home that he nearly jumped out of his seat and kissed me just at hearing the words.
The icing on the donut (see what I did there)? They have a drive thru. Normally I would just park and go in, but I had my dog and my kid in the car with me... and it was a hot day. The drive thru made all the difference!Listed in: Breakfast Spots
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Review from KristinMark M.
Chandler, AZ
4/23/2012 2 Check-ins Here
Oh my! So delicious and scrumptious! Just the perfect way to make a apple fritter! I will return( start my diet tomorrow......) smoothies are to die for. Dunkin donuts/krispie kreme have nothing on BOSA donuts:-)
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Review from Marilynn L.
Los Angeles, CA
4/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
Cute and sweet Korean family running this place but really thought the donuts tasted like Safeway or regular grocery store donuts (got the chocolate long John and cruller). But I don't have an alternative go-to donut place so I guess this is my only option and it's not bad. Would rather support them than buy a donut at Safeway!
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Review from Angie C.
Phoenix, AZ
4/18/2012
I am not a donuts lover but Bosa Donuts Rocks ! If I ever eat 3 donuts a year this is the place I will go to get the best glazed piece of heaven.
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Review from Lanna L.
Tempe, AZ
3/13/2012
I found this place after one of those midnight cravings. I googled late night donuts and Bosa came up as being open 24 hours. I was so surprised a 24 hour donut shop exists. I was not going to complain. I made the 5 mile drive and was extremely pleased with what I received. I LOVE maple bars and that is exactly what I got, along with an old fashion devil foods cake chocolate cake donut. Yum, Yum, Yum =) I couldn't be happier. I've come here many times after that late night excursion and introduced a number of friends. None have been disappointed. This is a fluffy, delicious, and inexpensive donut that you'll never forget.
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Review from tyler c.
Chandler, AZ
2/25/2012
Bosa has been around as long as I remember and i just now started going there a lot. I love the Thai Ice Tea, turkey croissant sandwich, the donuts are amazing and the people working are always happy and are so nice to my 4 year old daughter. Thanks Bosa for being great!
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Review from Eric B.
Phoenix, AZ
1/14/2012
Ever since I moved to Phoenix about 4 years ago I had craved for a place with "real" donuts similar to the ones I'd find in the mom and pop shops in SoCal. I can gladly say I've found it! Not only are the donuts fantastic (they really do melt in your mouth) but BoSa is also open 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK! Staff was friendly and the prices are all super affordable. Needless to say I will be coming back for many future visits.
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Review from Danielle T.
Chandler, AZ
5/29/2011
Bosa has become sort of a tradition for my husband and I before we head out on a road trip. We don't eat them any other time, but we always seem to end up here before taking off. I don't know if its because its early and we need the sugar to stay awake on the road, or if its something about doing something out of the ordinary. Either way, this is the place we come to grab a not so healthy pre road trip breakfast. This location is open 24 hours so if you were craving a doughnut at 3am you could come in and get one.
Usually we grab either a half or full dozen of the fresh doughnuts. I like the glazed kind the best, but the cake ones are good as well, just not my personal preference. My favorite flavors are the traditional glazed, twist glazed, lemon filled glazed, and the apple filled crumb covered ones. My husband is a fan of all of the chocolate kinds and usually gets the long johns and custard filled doughnuts. There are a bunch of other flavors if those don't happen to tickle your fancy.
As far as doughnuts go I would say these are pretty good. I like them better than Dunkin Doughnuts and places like Safeway and whatnot. They are pretty cheap, and you can also get a dozen doughnut holes for a buck. I would recommend you stop in and at least try one for yourself.
The only thing I would have to say about this place is the drive through is kind of annoying. It doesn't take very long to get in the store and get out with your goods, but people will still line up around the store for the drive through, which I think takes longer and blocks people from getting out of the parking lot. You are going to be eating a sugar covered dough ball. Just get out of your car and go in the store. -
Review from Marion S.
Chandler, AZ
2/7/2012 1 Check-in Here
Get doughnuts from the QT up the street, they are fresher, cheaper, and faster.
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Review from Chad Y.
Scottsdale, AZ
3/17/2012
Best donuts I've had in the Phoenix area. I wish there were some locations up in the NE section of town.
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Review from Logie Z.
Tempe, AZ
4/13/2011
Bleh!
I've heard good things about this place from my sister's friends (notice, I didn't say "my" friends) and I've always been curious. Errand days are kinda ho-hum anyway, so I was excited to finally check this place out. The reason I order a doughnut that is stripped off glaze and topping is that I'd like to taste the actual product.
Two doughnuts for my little guy and me for $1.60. As the girl handed me the paper bag I was extra careful handling it for nothing. Cold doughnuts? Am I just so used to piping hot beignets? Right off the first bite, I could feel the cheap hydrogenated oils coating the roof of my mouth. Then the second bite, the feeling is now in my throat. Eeek! I asked my son what he thought. "It's okay," he stared at the doughnut and looked up at me. I grab his doughnut and along with mine threw both in the paper bag it came with and chucked it. Honestly, it would have been better to fry these sinful things in lard. There is something about chemically laden food that I despise most!
Would I give it a second chance? Not until they change their frying oil!
Sorry, Bosa. One star is for the nice service and the other star is for being a local chain. -
Review from Shannon B.
Las Vegas, NV
5/26/2011
I am a donut lover, for sure and as such, I've eaten at a LOT of donut houses in many states over the years. BoSa's donuts are as good as the best donuts I've ever had; those old school, old fashioned-tasting donuts that are not only made fresh in-house, but are made WELL (not all in-house mom-and-pop donut shops are created equal).
I've stopped here at all hours of all days and ordered just about every donut available at one time or another and they are always fresh, always yummy... I wish I could pack up BoSa and take them with me everywhere I move because great donut houses are extremely hard to find since the Krispy Kreme and Dunkin Donut franchise explosion.
Bottom Line: BoSa = delish donuts available 24/7. -
Review from Ashley G.
Phoenix, AZ
1/15/2012
If I were only grading the donuts --- I think 10 stars would be in order. However, everything else on the menu that I've had is horrible. I order a hot cocoa once, DISGUSTING. Also, the lady that works there and takes the order is so rude!! BUT, the donuts are fabulous, so go here for donuts, just be prepared for horrible service, and don't order anything else off the menu.
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Review from Richard T.
Phoenix, AZ
1/6/2012
Ok. I can't help but skip to the sub par reviews here to see what these people could possibly complain about. Haha- I love this: "I've heard good things about this place from my sister's friends (notice, I didn't say "my" friends)." Because Glob forbid sharing friends with your siblings right?!? OMG, what a snob! This person's review had me ready to head over to Scottsdale Fashion Square with a rifle. Haha, not really, but I have been listening to Malcolm X speeches all morning, so those have me a little amped. Maybe squirt guns filled with hydrogenated oil. Go to Bosa's. Get a donut. Love it. Then do some jumping jacks. I have been here many times, and have not had a bad experience. The girl who assembled my Office Ass Kissing Platter this morning was extremely polite. The donuts were tits.. as always-
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Review from Meg Z.
Holland, MI
12/6/2010
Oh. My. Goodness. I never eat donuts, because I feel like they're a dessert that you should eat at breakfast and I don't ever feel like desserts at breakfast. That makes sense, right?!
Well, my husband had just gotten a PR at the Fiesta Bowl Half Marathon and I'm pregnant, so that clearly justifies desserts at breakfast! Hence, our first trip to Bosa.
I could smell that donut-y smell from outside the building - yummmmm! A spell came over us and we bought a dozen donuts for the two of us. They were delicious - my favorite was the Bavarian cream filled chocolate one.
These are definitely a special treat for me - but I'll be back! -
Review from mark w.
Chandler, AZ
8/27/2011
I've ignored this little gem for over a year, and never bothered to try it until me and a friend had a sugar craving at 4am and saw reviews on Yelp.
We both got Bostom Cremes and a dozen donut holes. Best Doughnut we have had in Chandler. And the Donut Holes are great.
They also have Boba Tea and Boba Slushes. Boba at 4am is amazing. -
Review from Amanda S.
9/27/2010
Three stars for being 24 hours and having donuts that don't hit your gut like a ton of bricks. This place is friendly, has "fluffy" delicious sugary donuts, great prices, and changes up what they have on a daily basis.
I have been aware of their presence since high school (we won't mention when that was) and since mine was in the neighborhood, I was able to frequent this place.
Overall, if you are in the area, definitely worth a shot to see if your tastebuds require more. -
Review from Jamie C.
1/26/2012 1 Check-in Here
In proper Jamie fashion I'm making Bosa my 60th review. Fortunately for me I live less than 10 minutes from this place. If I were ruler of the world there would be 24 hour donut joints like this within walking distance in every community. Their donuts are always fresh however, the full selection is not always available as they sell out quick. My favorites are the dozen donut holes for a $1, chocolate glaze, and sugar. The denseness of these donuts are spot on (gooey, chewy and airy all at the same time). Sweet but not overly so. I've even had their breakfast croissant which consisted of ham, cheese, jalapeno. It was good but the main attraction here is the donut so don't go here expecting gourmet anything else. The coffee is okay nothing to rave about but decently pairs with donut. Beware of the service charge on your debit card if you don't spend at least $5. Service can be spotty depending on who's working (the elderly woman is much more cordial than the teenagers that sometimes staff the restaurant). Bosa is a great way to satisfy your fried dough cravings. PS- Yes these donuts are better than Dunkin and Krispy Kreme.
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Review from Jim W.
1/24/2009
I tried Bosa Donuts for the first time today. Fortuitously we arrived just as some donuts were nearing the completion of their magical doughy journey through the wondrous worlds of Oiliverse and Sugartopoliis. They were hot, fresh and delicious.
For the donut connoisseur in you I will make some comparisons. The Bosa glazed, when fresh, certainly rivals Krispy Kreme's glazed donut. It has less of a sugary coating than Krispy Kreme's, it is larger in circumference and slightly doughier. In fact, the doughiness of the Bosa is somewhat reminiscent of something you might find at a state fair, though not as heavy.
The Bosa compares favorably with the Dunkin' Donuts glazed varietal. Indeed, it is far fresher and wholesome tasting than any glazed I've had from the big D.
The store itself does not exude cleanliness nor inspire confidence in the behind the scenes preparation areas. Sometimes you have to take it on faith and the word of the local Health Department.
Service was on a par with any other similar business. -
Review from Brett B.
5/11/2008 9 Check-ins Here
I walked 6.41 miles today for a Bosa donut, because they're that good. This morning, I purchased a diverse array of the sweet deep-fried treats to go. When I arrived home, I portioned each donut into several bite sized segments, so everyone could get a sampling.
The apple fritter was crispy on the outside with a fluffy interior. Probably the best I've had. The bear-claw was off the chain, with an apple filling. The cinnamon rolls were large, and were pretty good, but the tractor wheel ones were unbelievable.
After completing my tasting course, I estimated the consumed calories to be approx 800, so I set off of a journey to burn it off. A 6.41 mile jog/walk took care of my little indiscretion, plus a a smidge more. I don't get sweet treats often, and Bosa was well worth it. -
Review from Krista B.
9/17/2010 2 Check-ins Here
24 hours. Get donuts at 3 am. Automatic 5 stars.
however, their donuts are better than Dunkin'. Not much donut competition in Phoenix, though! -
Review from Jose T.
Chandler, AZ
8/29/2010
They have a very good selection.
When you're not in the mood for mass produced donuts from those chains, this is the place to go.
The donuts always tastes fresh. Over the years, we have never encountered a stale donut from BoSa yet.
The chick that works there seems pretty disinterested that you are there, but either way, as long as she puts the donuts I want in the box and rings me up correctly, I don't mind so much. -
Review from Christy T.
Tempe, AZ
10/7/2008
Donuts, you evil mutants of dough, sugar and fried goodness.How I love you.
I was struck by the urge, late in the afternoon and where does one go for a fresh donut at 3pm...? Bosa and Bosa delivers some seriously fresh donuts at 3pm.
I went with the apple fritter and the boston creme...I had every intention to take the boston creme home to the trophy husband. And....I'm here to tell you the path to hell is paved with good intentions but not boston creme donuts bcz I ate them. Bosa does a very tasty donut. Enjoy. -
Review from Sheetal R.
Chandler, AZ
8/16/2011
This is the only place I come to when I have a donut craving. Much better quality , taste and price than Krispy Kremes and Dunkin Donuts. They are always open, fully stocked and I have yet to have a bad experience of a stale donut. The ladies behind the counter are always nice, patient, and willing to answer questions. It also doesn't hurt that they have a fridge with a wide selection of breakfast/dairy beverages. I love these donuts because they taste great and the texture is even better. Its a great balance between the fluffy interior and subtle crunchy exterior.
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Review from Sean S.
12/14/2009
Scale of 1-10 (multiple visits):
8 Food
8 Service
7 Atmosphere
10 Value
Standard fare donuts (read "yumm!"), which actually in Phoenix seems to not be so standard. Truthfully, this is the only classical donut shop I know of here. (Supermarkets and Krispy Kreme don't count, though Krispy Kremes are also good.) Beyond that, what makes this place rock is the 24/7 love - that i have never seen in a donut shop. What makes this place not rock (only a little) is the credit card fee. That is in complete violation of ToCs, but I can see economically why they do it.
Did anyone else notice that Yelp doesn't have a way to denote a business as open 24 hours? Bosa broke Yelp. -
Review from Mike P.
Gilbert, AZ
2/5/2012
Donuts are delicious, my wife has yet to find any better in the East Valley. However, service is lackluster and the Boba Tea is foul. So, skip the boba, but enjoy the donuts. If you really want to kiss up at work, pick up a dozen on your way in. Seriously; my department has a donut club who take their confections seriously, and their rule is that donuts must be of "Bosa or similar quality". We haven't had a bad donut yet, we especially enjoy the twists, Bavarian Creme filled, and maple bars.
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Review from Lauren R.
Phoenix, AZ
4/18/2008
Back when the Doughnut Peddler had their ice cream/smoothie/sandwich/doughnut parlor on Val Vista and Southern, these were my favorite doughnuts. Sadly, I moved, and then moved back near the area and they were gone. Now they have since replaced Krispy Kreme (yea) but never been the same quality.
Bo Sa has taken over as number 1. Hot, Fresh, Delicious. A wide variety to choose from and very affordable. Conveniently open 24-7 too. Since I found them randomly 6 months ago I no longer miss my old stand-by (even better than what I remembered a decade ago). -
Review from Anne P.
Chandler, AZ
8/15/2008
I saw the Dunkin thread and felt I had to do a review for my favorite donut place.
I was introduced to Bosa by my church. They have a Cafe between services and when they made the switch to Bosa, I noticed a big difference in quality and taste from the previous supplier. The texture and creaminess of a simple glazed is similar to a Krispy Kreme. The fritters are excellent and I like their bagels.
If I am going to pick up donuts to bring into work, I make a stop at Bosa. To me, Dunkin is not as good as Bosa.
Bosa is unique to Chandler and we are lucky to have them. -
Review from Lester C.
Tempe, AZ
5/9/2010 4 Check-ins Here
What can I say ? This is awesome. I am a donut fan and would give Dunkin 4 stars, just like this place. Great variety, great coffee, fresh donuts. The extra 1 star comes for the fluffiness of their dough. Its very fluffy and its done just right.
Dunkin is good but its donuts will taste a little hard and "old" when they have been sitting for a while. For some reason, the Bosa donuts dun get too hard, even after U buy and drive for like 1/2 hour home. I know its not located in the best part of town, but they are open 24 hrs and there is a drive thru. They accept credit cards and discover :) -
Review from FRANA C.
Tempe, AZ
11/13/2009
Okay so a friend of mine knows the owner so I had been meaning to check this place out but never made it to there shop. To my heavenly surprise, a fellow associate brought in 3 dozen doughnuts from Bosa in today!
Let me tell you, every doughnut I had was fantastic! I ate one in the morning, the second around noon, then my third around 3 and they all tasted delicious! I love this place and will go there at least once a month! -
Review from Colin M.
Chandler, AZ
6/2/2008
Cheap, delicious donuts available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week? Going to BoSa is like having died and gone to donut heaven.
I can't comment on the ice cream they also apparently sell, but you really can't go wrong with any of their donuts. They're generously sized, super-tasty, and the only aftertaste is of baked and/or fried goods made with love.
If you're in Chandler, BoSa's pretty much conveniently located in the middle of the city. If you're outside of Chandler, it's well worth the drive (or if you're crazy like Brett B., the walk).
Grocery store donuts will suffice when I can barely drag myself out of bed, but when I want the good stuff, I go to BoSa. -
Review from Holly R.
1/25/2010
If there is one thing lacking in the Valley it's good independent donut shops. Luckily I don't live too far from Bosa Donuts in Chandler. But these donuts are worth the drive, wherever you might be coming from.
Bosa is open 24-7 which makes it perfect for late night donut cravings or lazy Sunday mornings. They have a decent variety. A mix of raised, cake, and filled. My favorites are the glazed twist (so good!) and their old fashioned donuts. The cream filled are also tasty and the boyfriend loves the jelly filled.
This place is cheap too. Got 6 donuts the other day for $4. Can't beat it. The atmosphere is nothing to write home about and at times can feel a little creepy so we always just get our donuts to go.
In my opinion this isn't just the best donut shop in Chandler, it's the best in the Valley. -
Review from Jamie A.
Chandler, AZ
6/30/2011
BEST and CHEAPEST donuts in the Valley. $6.99 for a dozen. I love the glazed. I love supporting this locally owned, family owned place.
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Review from Rebecca T.
Goodyear, AZ
4/9/2010
BoSa is in Scottsdale! They just opened today...we sampled a dozen at work this morning and they are delicious. The glazed is so very tasty and the texture is much more substantial than the Krispy Kreme glazed, but still very light. I also tried the apple fritter (like another review commented, crispy outside, light and fluffy and apply inside) and the Boston creme...this is my measure for all donut places. It was very, very good.
The new location is at 7444 E McDowell Rd. -
Review from Don S.
2/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
Wow, a real donut shop!?! Awesome! There is a severe lack of "real" donut shops in the Valley. Usually you're only options for a donut are a national chain donut shop (where they don't even make them on-site anymore) or a grocery store (where the donuts are usually dry and uninspired). Ahh, but now I know about Bosa: an amazing and local, on-the-corner type donut shop that has a big selection of freshly-made, delicious donuts. How fresh? They're still warm; they melt in your mouth. How delicious? You can't eat just one. Really. No, for real. I dare you.
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Review from Chris S.
I love this place, when I need my midnight fix for something sweet I know I can run to Bosa for some doughnuts. Open 24 hours, you can eat inside and they have milk in a carton! That takes me back to my cafeteria days in school. They also offer tea, chocolate milk in a carton, soda, coffee ect. All kinds of doughnuts are offered but their smoothies are something to be desired. It was more like a milkshake in consistency and taste. Everything is made fresh at all hours of the day and they have a drive-thru in case you wanted to add insult to injury by not even getting out of your car to get your fat laden doughnuts.
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Review from Diana L.
Gilbert, AZ
2/13/2011
Delicious, inexpensive, fluffy donuts!
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Review from Scott P.
Tempe, AZ
4/29/2010
Best donuts in the valley.
I like a variety of donuts (my favorites, though are raised sugar and raised glaze), and all the donuts here are great. Never too heavy, always tasting fresh. -
Review from Melissa I.
Chandler, AZ
6/4/2011
I've been to this Bosa Donuts location many times, and they get pretty busy in the mornings.
However, the best time to go is in the middle of the night! Whenever we have midnight cravings for something sweet, we head to Bosa Donuts! They always have a variety of donuts on stock and the taste and quality never falls short!
Try the crumb donut, its the best!
