Lovebirds Donuts

We live 45 minutes away, in Portland--- an hour and a half if we're taking the scenic route. Portland has some fantastic options for vegan donuts and other sweets, but I'm literally always going to prefer Lovebirds. I was not a "donut person" until I had these. And I wasn't even vegan then! A few years later, they're frequently the culinary high point of my month. I tell everyone I've ever met about this place. Plus the coffee and teas they come up with are thoughtful, creative, and delicious!

Very cute donut shop! It has such a nice atmosphere with tasty donuts. We got the cosmic brownie and strawberry shortcake donuts with the strawberry shortcake latte. Everything was delicious!

Thank you so much for offering dairy free and nut free donuts! One of my kids has a bunch of food allergies, and we are always so happy to take him somewhere we can tell him to pick out what he wants. It's a little moment of joy that means the world to people like us! And they are totally delicious, too! The rest of my crew was totally impressed at the overall fabulousness of the donuts! Mom liked how they were not TOO sweet! What a wonderful experience! ❤❤

Super cute spot for donuts and coffee. The donuts were awesome, and incredibly fresh! I had a Strawberry Shortcake latte, and it was amazing!

Excellent donuts and lattes but their customer service is terrible. We like to stop early in the morning on the way to the beach and arrive around the time they open or shortly thereafter, so it’s not yet that busy. Each of the last three times we have stood at the register being completely ignored while the cashier, or in a few instances two associates, went about making someone else’s order (not sure why with multiple people, someone can’t be dedicated to the register). Customer Service 101, and I can speak to it because I’ve worked customer-facing jobs myself: Acknowledge someone who is waiting. A quick “I’ll be with you in just a moment!” goes a long way. And when they finally decide to help you? Not even a smile and certainly no kind of apology or extension of gratitude regarding the wait. It’s pretty clear they don’t want to be there which is in direct opposition to the cheerful, fun vibe Lovebirds portrays online. We’ll still go because vegan donut shops are nonexistent around here but frankly, they need to hire staff who can fake it at minimum. Some of us are going out of our way to visit for a special treat and they kill the vibes almost immediately. Last year when we visited for the first time it was much more pleasant so not sure what has happened aside from staff turnover.

BLOWN AWAY BY THIS PLACE 💕🍩✨ just blownnnnn away!! Lovebirds has been on my bucket list for awhile after hearing they make some of the BEST vegan donuts! 🌈 Well… I finally visited & it was worth allll the hype! Super adorable storefront making some of the most creative, delicious & amazing vegan donuts I’ve ever come across! We shared a 6 pack & every flavor was amazing! All of their donuts are made fresh daily & it shows. Loved all their variety to pick from. The strawberry creme was simply the BEST vegan donut I’ve had in my entire life. The donut itself was amazing but the vegan cream was just perfect! Runner up was the birthday cake- super dense, moist cake texture with the perfect flavor. My friend got the s’mores & said it was one of the best donuts she’s had (and she’s not even vegan) They also have adorable merch to grab while in there. If you like donuts, a good vibe & amazing donut creations full of love & passion - come here! Vegan or not, these are amazing & worth getting. Such fun decor & vibe here with sweet delicious all vegan donuts.🍩✨🌈

I first went to Lovebirds on Mother's Day 2019, they were giving grapefruit donuts to moms! Since then, I've had an innumerable amount of donuts. They. Have. Brought. Joy. Lovebirds has become the main way my partner and I celebrate any occasion including a regular Saturday. I typically go for the classics, though the menu changing monthly is so fun. One of the things we like most about this business is how well they treat their staff, the low turnover rate throughout the years is noticed, and we feel good supporting a business that aligns with our values of kindness and yummy food

5 stars because i love cakey donuts!! lol These reminded my of the Holy Donuts in Portland although they are not exactly the same of course. (I’ll leave the comparison to you my dearest reader). We came in around 9:30am on a sunday and there were already early birds there (not just lovebirds ha!). I got their chocolate coconut and that would be my favorite! nice chocolate dough and a good balance of shredded coconut coating. The Apple cider was good too and surprising the original! Im never an “original” donut fan but the hubster wanted to try. It was soft but had some crisp to it and wasnt so bland so I appreciated that. Staff who took our order was nice and pleasant which made for a good day. Inside was spacious too and there was good parking space. There wasnt really a ton of flavor though but enough to enjoy a dozen or half and enough that I would actually miss having them again!

We're up from CT on vacation and we always try to find new places that can do peanut free for my 9 year old anaphylactic son. He says the donuts are amazing and he's blown away. Moe working the front counter was awesome. Would definitely come back here and even detour this way if possible. Clean, easy access, great food, great place. Please visit and keep this allergen friendly place open!!!

I love donut shops. I love seeing the flavors they offer and then trying to chase the flavor of best donuts. Lovebirds was super cute! Felt a little out of place in it's location. Felt very commercial for a small little town in Maine not near the real tourist area. Modern, lite and vibrant colors inside. I liked that when you first walk in there are all the donuts displayed in see through boxes to help you place your order but I can share it would be easier if that was toward the register. Also, they did not have it mapped out correctly that morning as I ordered a donut and as surprised when I opened the box it wasn't the donut in it's place on display in the store. It was in fact the correct flavor. Easy to order. Prices were comparable to other shops like this. The donuts: Glazed- good size, a full coat of glaze but I found it a little too sweet and would prefer it a little softer Sweet Potato marshmallow- harder than I would like, frosting broke off in hard pieces and the flavor was just not my jam Homie- your basic strawberry donut. Good flavor, good amount of frosting. This was the familys favorite Maple Puff- BOOM! Maple explosion in your mouth but way too sweet for my liking. (this was the one that was miscategorized that day)

Nice spot, very clean and crowded on the weekend when we stopped in. Ordering is easy, and they have a nice variety, including some delicious gluten-free options. The donuts aren't "cake-like," more yeasty and fluffy. Everyone enjoyed their selections. Staff was not overly friendly, but definitely efficient.

Nope, get a real doughnut, these taste like paste and sugar. The best doughnuts are at WholyDoughnut

For me, Lovebirds donuts are not ordinary donuts. They are a dessert worth savoring. The restaurant is always clean and it is nicely set up. The display case is super great to have because it makes it easier to know what there is available. We come to Maine from Vermont, and we always stop in. They offer a great selection on a rotating menu, so there's always something for everyone. I am not typically a donut fan, but to me, these are one of my favorite treats. The staff is well equipped at moving through the long lines of customers and quite polite to customers. There is a nice drink menu as well and lots of gluten free choices on the menu every day. This is definitely worth the stop if you are in or around the area. This is so great to have a shop that's all vegan and has lots of options for anyone who may be sensitive to any of the ingredients most other donuts have.

I'm not a big donut gal, and I wasn't the one who picked these up for the house because I was yes, snoozing. BUT a review solely on taste and aesthetic - these donuts 1. Were beauteous 2. Everyone was obsessed with the scrumptiousness of them. The goat though... the maple donut with some sort of light cream in the middle was actually unbelievable and all four of them were gone in a milla second. Seems to be the donut SPOT in this area. Yum.

SO glad I discovered this place! Seriously the best gluten free donuts I've ever had. They taste so fresh and are flavorful. They also have coffees and lattes, seasonal ones at that. And they are not ridiculously overpriced like some places charge for GF!!!! So worth the hour drive.

Yummy and fluffy. Ordered a pumpkin latte brioche donut, original glazed, Boston cream, and a matcha latte. The donuts were large and soft on the inside. I enjoyed the basic glazed the most. The Boston cream was ok. I was happy the matcha was made to order so I could order it without sugar. Overall a solid yummy donut shop!

I had an appointment in the area this morning and got to finally try out Lovebirds. I love that they're vegan and GF, perfect for sharing with all the friends. Their stock was low due to the oncoming storm, but I was able to try the key lime donut. I was a little sad to devour it and find out it wasn't a filled donut, but the key lime frosting was still on point, and the brioche was wonderfully fluffy. They come out with special weekend flavors, including a creme brulee donut in early February. I unfortunately was out of town and missed out on that one but hopefully it will return soon so I can try it out!

This bird LOVES Lovebirds! We came here in the spring of 2022 because we were participating in Portland Food Fights and had donut coupons. We waited in line...outside... for 30 minutes and it was worth the wait!! I was so stressed that they might sell out because of everything I have seen in their IG Posts. Good news, is that while that had run out of "specialty" donuts, they still had plenty of other options....delicious options. The vegan chocolate donut was stupid good...I mean... It was a total sugar rush, but wow so rich and delicious. Try all of the flavors they have to offer. The location was easy to find and there was plenty of parking. There is a small cafe style area to sit and enjoy donuts and beverages if that's your thing too. I choose to go home and eat my dozens of donuts without eyes judging me outside of my family. LOL The staff - fast, efficient, I don't remember much more than the interaction because under the pressure, I still remember staring at the menu board as they stared at me waiting for me to order. LOL I highly recommend this location, especially if you are within an hour of their store.

Wait, you're telling me that every single donut is vegan? If you miss having a Boston crème donut, you have to come here.

Lovebirds remains the best donut option in Southern Maine, better for me than well known options like Holy Donut and Congdon's. Tons of variety and high quality ingredients. Everyone from age 2 to 77 in my group loved their donuts. My constructive feedback: the morning of I was planning on placing an order. At 815am online ordering worked. At 845 it said no more orders were being accepted and you couldn't call on the phone either. I get at some point they have to just sell what they have but they should have a defined cutoff time for orders so people know. Also, the peach donut was very good but almost too sweet with the vanilla frosting and that sweetness somewhat reduced the enjoyment of the delicious peach jelly.

For a vegan donut, I think their Boston cream is as delicious as it gets. The cream looked different- more gray than usual- but I anticipate it's because it's vegan. Taste was delicious, consistency too! 3/5.

I went to the location in Portsmouth NH and it was a pleasant experience! It was very quiet for a Saturday morning. I had a coffee with coconut and almond milk - it was delicious. I'm looking forward to trying a vegan donut next time as well! Also loving the compostable cups. When walking in, I didn't know this establishment was vegan as there is only a small paper sign near the entrance. A bigger sign or decal may do this vegan business some justice.

Was skeptical about vegan donuts. But after trying them, you can't tell any difference. They are always so fresh and the staff is always pleasant when I have been. Definitely recommend!!

Nothing but good things to say about love birds! Their donuts are fresh and bursting with flavor. The amenities of the Restauraunt were clean, well laid out, and organized! The service members were polite and attentive. We got there at 7 am when doors opened, and were able to enjoy our meal with no lines.

So many interesting donut options! I don't always love them all, but it's fun to try new things. Nothing like a good cup of coffee and donut to start the day! Service is typically excellent service, we often hangout and eat while our coffee cools if there is a table available.

Best gluten free vegan donuts I've had! Love their specialty drinks and that it's ALL VEGAN! I'm always a brioche donut over cake donut fan but the gluten free cake donuts here were so good I actually really recommend the gf cake donuts! They were moist, flavorful, nicely fried with that slight crunch on the edges and didn't taste like baking powder which many gf baked goods tend to have. I was actually visiting Maine for a marathon but this spot was seriously my highlight during the whole trip!

I bought an assortment of bricks here for my dear friends who I was spending a couple of days with. The store is cute, clean and without character. The donuts are heavy, hard and without any special attraction other than appearance. As soon as you touch them and pick up you realize there's a problem here. Too bad. Not worth stopping.

The Donuts are amazing! AMAZING!!!The restaurant is adorable . They have cute coffee cups to also buy. Your coffee was delicious and did I say amazing donuts . You won't be disappointed. The ladies were very pleasant at the cash register. Nice atmosphere. I live in Michigan wish I was closer. My daughter lives close though so I will definitely be back when visiting. You will Enjoy if you come

This is such a great donut spot! I don't ever understand why people think vegan donuts won't be good. These are as good or better than many non-vegan donuts out there. I got the peach jam, cookie butter cookie dough, cinnamon sugar, and lemon berry. The lemon berry was definitely the favorite- a delicious, fruity cake donut with a little bit of crisp on the outside. I also got a strawberry shortcake latte. It was a little on the sweet side for my preference, especially when pairing with sweet donuts. But overall a delicious place to visit. I'd happily come back!

Even though I'd been to the Kittery outlets a thousand times, I actually came across this place by accident one day when I was looking for a gas station. My first thought was that maybe they were closed because there was absolutely no line, much unlike the national donut chain down the street (you know the one I'm talking about). My second thought was that with a name like Lovebirds, the donuts just have to be good. I head inside and notice how well the place is set up. There's a display that showcases the current offerings which made it easy to decide. I went with the rum ball (yep, that's an actual donut) a chocolate glazed, and a macchiato. In hindsight, I probably should have just gotten one donut but everything looked so amazing that it was tough choose. The donuts are dense and incredibly filling. The rum ball was delicious and not overly sweet. There's an actual truffle ball (hence the name) and it was so decadent and rich. These donuts are truly like a meal. *chefs kiss* The menu is updated monthly with some fun and creative flavors. There's also a good selection of coffee, espresso, and tea. The staff was very nice and the prices were very reasonable. If you're gonna do some shopping at the outlets, Lovebirds is the perfect fuel.

I have been hearing about their donuts in the vegan community since very long time. Finally, I got a chance to try the donuts when I was visiting Portsmouth, NH and realized that it's less than 10 minutes away by car although this place is in Maine. It seems like they have another location opening in Portsmouth too soon. It was around 10 in the morning and the place was super crowded with a line outside the door. They seem to have 10-12 donut options altogether, including a few gluten free ones. I read that all the gluten free donuts are cake-y donuts while the majority are yeast based donuts. I am not a big fan of the yeast based donuts, and most of the donuts were filled with such heavy amount of cream, we wish they had some less cream options. We got a dozen donuts and it costed us around $45 which I find very expensive compared to other donut places I have been to. Note: They are very active on social media (instagram) and post regularly about their menu and other updates there.

I really wanted to like this place but all 3 gluten free donuts I bought went in the trash (and that was A LOT of wasted money!) I honestly would like to taste the donuts of people who said they were good. Someone is crazy... and it's not me.

I don't like donuts. Usually. Sweets aren't usually my thing. Usually. The idea of something being Vegan correlates with less flavor in my brain. Usually. And the idea of oat milk in my coffee grosses me out. Usually. Until Lovebirds came along and totally rocked my sh*t. These donuts are mind blowing. I wish I could think of a way to phrase it that did it more justice. Heavenly? Divine? Like someone captured that feeling of the magic of Christmas Morning and made it into a donut? Something more really, I just don't know how to phrase it. They are the best damn donuts I have ever put in my mouth. Then, you add in the fact that they are all vegan, and I can't help but think they are doing some legit black magic back there because their chocolate donuts are the most flavorful chocolate I have ever tasted. Their Boston creme donuts are so creamy and flavorful my mind cannot begin to comprehend it. Their maple donuts (of any variety) are more dangerous that crack, I cannot stop eating them. And their changing fritters are always top notch as well. I don't know how they do it, I just know that I do not want them to stop! Another fun thing is the fact that their menu changes monthly, keeping things fresh and exciting. And this is all without even mentioning their beverages! Their unique lattes, teas, chais, and cold beverages are all delicious (the ones that I've tried) and you can't help but love the names as well. Thinking of 'The Dude' Latte that tasted just like a White Russian. Whoever comes up with this stuff here deserves a hefty pay raise for sure. My only complaint is that they haven't expanded north to Portland yet. For now we settle for one or two trips down there per month to get our 'fix'. Hoping they come closer soon!!

Extremely disappointed as a baker and food lover probably four of the worst donuts we have tried . Very very dry

My family loves Lovebird Donuts. We drive from Westbrook to Kittery every 2 to 3 weeks to stock up. We get a dozen and freeze half of them for later on. We were introduced to them by Curbside Comforts, who has a limited selection of their donuts on the first Saturday of every month. They are always delicious, I love how their menu changes monthly and they are never heavy or greasy. I have a teen with severe food allergies, and vegan is the only option when it comes to sweets so we are so happy we found them. I had the lavender donut several months ago that I am still thinking about! I hope they bring it back! Thank you Lovebirds for making my child's wish of eating donuts a reality!

Lovebirds is easily in my top 5 list of best donuts I've ever had! I'm so glad that we stopped before the end of our Kittery trip. Their March menu had some great flavors, and my personal favorite was the brownie batter one. The ganache they use is rich, but not overwhelming, and the donut itself is soft but had that little crisp to the outer shell that you want. I also didn't realize until later that all of their options are vegan! Nothing about the taste tipped me off, which was impressive. I will 100% be stopping again when I'm in the Kittery area, or I might even pull off the highway any time I'm in Maine now!

Love trying unique and tasty donuts? Then this place is a must go! As soon as you walk in your hit in the face with the tasty aroma of sweet and savory goodness. They also offer a selection of coffee too and my spouse chose the nitro brew and really enjoyed it. The donut selection is vast and will satisfy any taste bud. They also have cool artwork on the walls from landmarks around the area that's for sale too if you're so inclined. They offer online ordering and will deliver to your car as well (each spot has a number and what to do upon arrival). If you're looking for the run of the mill donut, this probably isn't the place for you, but if your in the mood to try something off the beaten path then stop in for a bite.

Pre-game routine before every road-trip is to find the best donuts. Driving from Boston to Bar Harbor this gem was on my route. There was a line around the building before it opened at 7a. Soooo worth it. Great selection of classics and unique specials. I got the strawberry shortcake donut only because I promised myself I wouldn't eat the whole thing...dang, another broken promise. I'll be back!

I am continually impressed with both the basic but amazing donut varieties, as well as the super special ones. But I always include at least one Boston cream with my order. It's always the best one they've got. I'm vegan, so of course I'm excited to visit a place where everything on the menu fits my dietary restrictions, but I can't imagine anyone being dissatisfied with this place, vegan or not. But on that topic, they offer a hot chocolate with vegan whipped cream and little vegan marshmallows. What a splendid treat. I miss when they used to make weekly deliveries to Copper Branch in Portland. That made it so I could get these donuts more regularly. Nowadays, I make a point of stopping by anytime I'm passing through Kittery early enough in the day.

Chocolate ganache donuts are amazing. Also fresh and seasonal jelly flavors on rotation. Strawberry rhubard currently, definitely worth waking up early for _ amazing organic vegan delicious baked goods

You should just go to Dunkin' Donuts they were stale and didn't taste fresh or homemade

BEST. DONUTS. And they're vegan! I'm not a vegan, so I was worried this aspect would impact taste and texture but I was oh so wrong. All the donuts I've tried have been perfect. My favorites aren't traditional donuts: the Friday to Sunday-only Fritter and the everyday Monkey Muffin! With an ever changing menu, held up with standard oldies but goodies, this donut spot is fun, inventive and tasty. Follow them on Instagram for their latest menu and pics of all their tasty delights. Be forewarned, they are popular! So, if you "need" a certain flavor or gluten free options, consider ordering online (at least 24hrs in advance) or show up early (which isn't even that early since they open at 7am).

We made the 30 minute drive to check out Lovebirds on Saturday morning, upon entering we were immediately greeted by friendly staff at the counter. Before getting to the register to order, there's a wall of Lovebirds merch (tshirts, etc), cute stuff. We placed our order (Brownie batter, Boston cream, strawberry shortcake and maple), and then we hung out around the corner by the local photography wall, the decor is great, ample seating if you want to hang out while eating your donuts and drinking your coffee. Our order was ready very quickly. After we got to the car, we couldn't wait, we dove in and while it was delicious, I do not recommend trying to eat the brownie batter donut in the car, gravity got the best of the filling and the crumbles on top, I was a mess by the end, but it was worth it! The Boston cream was just ok at best, the filling was a little less sweet than I had hoped for. The other two were a hit with my wife, we'll definitely be back to try this months new flavors!

I mean, check out the lines! This place is delicious and vegan so it checks many boxes. They have gluten free donuts too, so that is awesome. Worth the trip

Excellent donut shop, most importantly it has gluten free options and is a nut free facility. Donuts choices are plentiful and many "desert" varieties. Very clean shop with plenty of dining space. Get here early as it is first come until all donuts are sold!

First time visiting Love Birds, was really excited to try a local place offering GF donuts. Unfortunately, they lost the opportunity at a positive first impression- I even told the visibly grumpy woman behind the counter it was our first time and she continued with her annoyed and dismissive demeanor. She made it very clear that our questions were annoying. The GF donut selection is limited and the options were really boring in comparison to all the unique and delicious looking options for the regular donuts. The worst part was that they were dry and lacking in flavor.

Loveeeeee these donuts! I was so excited to try Lovebirds when I took a trip to Maine as I had heard such amazing things! They completely exceeded my expectations. Every donut we got was delicious and creative. My 5 year old niece absolutely loved the strawberry shortcake donut! Along with Strawberry Shortcake, we tried the Chocolate ganache with sprinkles, Blueberry jam filled, Boston Cream, S'mores and Blueberry glazed. Make sure to get here early as they sell out quickly!

We got there around 11AM and most of the donut flavor options were already sold out - there were about maybe 5 out of 15-20 flavors left so I'd definitely recommend coming right when they open. We got the Pomegranate one and the Glazed Brioche. Both were delicious! They were not overly sweet and had the right amount of icing/frosting as some donut shops put too much on top of their donuts. When you bite into each one there is a slight chew texture to it which makes it taste good! Wish I got some more to bring home!

We went to the one near Friendly Toast in Portsmouth. Really good donuts, high quality, and they even threw in a couple freebies!

Drove an hour just to find out they were sold out of every single flavor except one. Well, the only flavor left is the least liked, obviously. Right? Eh, we ordered our coffee and contemplated skipping it. Worth a shot, I ordered the donut. And BOOM, it was so good that we walked back in and ordered another one. So whether you can choose from the full selection, or it's the last donut on the shelf, all these donuts are good.

These donuts were so good! And they are very ascetically pleasing. The store sells out of certain donuts sometimes so get there earlier but this is typical for a popular place. Definitely stop in if you're in the area!

Holy Moly these donuts! Lovebirds could also be called "gifts from heaven" or "little slices of dreamcakes", although "Lovebirds" has a much better ring to it. We came here on a Saturday morning before hiking Mount Agamenticus. Luckily we got there just before the line wound it's way around the outside of the building. I ordered some 30$ worth of donuts to bring home and also eat with the kids. This is definitely a donut destination. I know Maine has been known for its "beer trail" but I think we are also on the list for some of the country's top donuts... "Donut trail" next, dare I say?

The best vegan donuts on the east coast and it's not even close. There's no excuse for why other places in New England can't make a vegan Boston cream as good as this. Lovebird just wants it more.

Happened upon this place on National Donut Day just before closing. Most everything was sold out. What we did have was tasty and fresh. Will be back-earlier in the day!

Finally got back to Lovebirds and the Boston Cream donuts are better than I remember. Picked up a dozen for a party and they were a hit. Everyone loved them. Kids especially LOVED the glazed brioche. Ganche frosted were also a huge success. I wish they had longer hours (and more locations). Can't wait to visit again next time I pass through Kittery.

Not sure about the donuts, but I cannot believe that they don't offer dairy for any of the coffee! The people who own this are probably the folks who walk into every other restaurant asking for all kinds of accommodations to the food. You should advertise dairy free so people know before ordering their coffee.

Best vegan donuts. Friendly staff. Overall never had donuts as good as here! So nice being able to have a shop where I can order anything and not have to worry about an allergic reaction.

I read many mixed reviews on this place after I tried it, I must say I was a bit shocked at the breadth of the reviews. I paid $16 (after tax and tip, for 4 donuts) - OK, that's fine, I knew that prices before I ordered. Keep in mind a crappy donut at, let's just say "D", is now about $1.50 and they are 1/2 to 1/3 the weight of Lovebirds. They are also nowhere near the quality. Moving on from cost, their donuts were very good, while they were fresh. I think this holds true for any bakery product. I think what folks are getting hung up on is paying $4 and eating it 12-24 hours later and it's dry. Agreed, they are dry 24 hours later, just like any other donut. Fresh, they were delightful. I had a Rum Ball donut, which is simply a glazed chocolate cake donut, with a ring of frosting and a rum truffle on top, The rum ball was ok, nothing fabulous and light on rum flavor. The cake donut was wonderful. Moist and chocolaty. The other 3 donuts were of the brioche variety, one being the king of all donuts, the Boston Cream. This was a heavy (by weight) and very good Boston Cream. Thick ganache topping and tons of filling. The filling could have been better, but was not bad. Then a white chocolate/pomegranate glazed donut, which was larger and light and delicious. The remaining donut was plain glazed and sat around until much later that night. It dried out a little and wasn't nearly as good as the others. THAT'S ON ME! I enjoyed Loverbirds. I frequented Stonehouse in Barrington before they went out of business and they were very good. I'd say Lovebirds is a little better and a bit pricier, but that's fine. Also, for all you Gluten nuts, they seem to have a good variety of gluten free donuts, which I will not be trying.