Cranky Al's

6901 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI

★★★★★4.7(1,371 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“This beloved Wauwatosa institution is a donut destination worth the drive, with reviewers raving about their fresh, quality pastries so consistently excellent that families make it a 30-minute pilgrimage and couples trust them for wedding catering. The efficient, family-friendly atmosphere strikes that sweet spot between a quick grab-and-go counter and a genuine community gathering place, though you'll want to arrive early before the selection sells out by mid-morning. Fair warning: stick to what they do best (the donuts are legendary), and skip the cold brew.”

What to expect

MeetingsSlow sitQuick grabTraditional drinksFamily friendlyPastries

Google Reviews

Nick Dutton
★★★★★a month ago

Fantastic donuts, but don't get the cold brew. Admittedly, I took a couple drinks from this, but they were not massive swigs, as I'm sure you can tell from how much ice was left over.

Katherine Holt
★★★★★3 months ago

We could not recommend Cranky Al’s Donuts enough! They provided the donuts for our wedding, and they were a huge hit with our guests — we received so many compliments throughout the night. Everything was fresh, beautifully displayed, and absolutely delicious. Joey was wonderful to work with throughout the process — responsive, kind, and professional from start to finish. We’re so grateful to Cranky Al’s (and Joey!) for being part of our special day.

Peak Potential
★★★★★4 months ago

A great place to get hot fresh donuts. The line was long and I almost gave up but it moved super fast. Very efficient. The donuts were fresh and sweet and delicious. Can't wait to go back!

Andrew Hertel
★★★★★6 months ago

I drive 30 minutes to get here when my kids want donuts! Best in the milwaukee area for sure and such a great atmosphere! Kid friendly and willing to help. Prices are right because of the quality is top tier! Don’t forget about the breakfast pizza!

John Krupka
★★★★★7 months ago

Not much to be cranky about! My family and I have purchased quality doughnuts here for 10+ years. Get to Al’s early to see a full selection. By 10 am it’s always busy and a bit crowded. Always quick service. Optional tables and seating available inside. A staple of tosa and north avenue.

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