Dunkin' Donuts 104 W Central Entrance, Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 522-4530
I finally noticed there were a few empty parking spaces at
the new Dunkin' Donuts in Duluth this morning so I thought I’d change my usual
breakfast routine and pull in. I’ve heard so many good things and knew from my
experiences with those in the cities (or maybe elsewhere in my road trips) that
they had great sandwiches along with the usual sweet delicacies.
As I walked to the door a crew member was sweeping outside,
welcomed me and held the door open; now that’s an invitation. I stood at the
end of the aisle where one places their order and asked a redheaded angel if
she had ordered yet and she confessed that no, and this was her first time here
and she was deciding so I could go ahead of her. I stated that this too was my
first time and we stood there together both with glazed eyes looking into a
vast array of glazed donuts and more. I know she was an angel because I found
out that even though it was her day off that she was here to buy some goodies
and take them to her less fortunate workmates who had to work.
I eventually placed my order; a turkey wrap, hash browns and
coffee. When asked what size of coffee I wanted I asked if there were refills
and was told that no, well really there was but for 99 cents. I opted for a
large and a long John with chocolate frosting.
While waiting for my order I noticed that the work crew were
very upbeat, and seemed to be enjoying themselves. I stated to the redhead
while we waited, “They must have wifi because I see people with laptops”. She
stated, “Yes, but not much seating”. She then wondered out loud, “I wonder when
they open in the morning”. I noticed a man wearing a blue shirt that was unlike
the others and deduced that this must be the owner or manager. I caught his attention
and asked when they open each morning. “We open at six; six to ten everyday”
was his friendly reply. I jested back, “Oh you only work four hours then, six
to ten a.m.?” He replied that actually most of their business is probably
between six and ten in the morning, for sure. My order was then ready; I took
the bag and found a seat.
Looking around, I saw plenty of open tables and seats as
most people seem to get their orders “to go”. I would use one word to describe
how busy the business was, “steady”. As soon as someone would place an order
and walk to the pickup area, one, two or three people would walk in the door to
take his or her place.
My first bite of my meal was one of the hash browns and
immediately I was very impressed; these actually have flavor! Unlike most fast
food places that serve hash browns which taste like “potato” these actually had
seasoning. These were something to write about! The turkey with bacon between
flatbread was substantial and tasty but not overly spectacular. I took the lid
off my coffee to let it cool and pleasantly found that it was filled to the
very brim. That was nice!
I continued to sit and enjoy my breakfast in a very nice and
clean environment while watching other patrons come and go and some sitting
with families enjoying themselves.
After eating my hash browns and sandwich, I tore the bag
that held my long John at the bottom. I wished that they had put it in some
kind of tray (like a hotdog tray) so one would not have to reach way down into
a bag to retrieve it. I tore the bag all the way down to avoid losing the
chocolate being smeared on its inside.
The long John was “good” and fresh but I wouldn’t expect
anything less. I can’t say that this was anything “spectacular” either. With
all the other bakeries that put out a great product in our local area
(including the big chain grocery stores) I was thinking that this long John
would have some sort of heavenly “glow” to it or angels would sing when I bit
into it, but no; it was much like those I have bought at a grocery store; you
know, the super one.
Finally, I’m sitting there finishing my coffee and trying to
determine how the coffee tasted to me. The coffee was hot and more in quantity
than expected but in the flavor department, there was nothing that “stood out”.
It was “OK”.
You are probably thinking after reading this that my rating
for Dunkin Donuts is not high or that I really didn’t enjoy my experience. On
the contrary, it was very enjoyable. I would rate it maybe 8 out of 10; it’s
just that I was expecting that out of a rating of 1 to 10 that I would rate it
a 12 or more! I will continue to visit and try different things and compare
pricing with other fast food places next time. This is only my thoughts from my
first visit. I recommend that if you’ve not visited here yet, that you do so.
It really is a fun place. Then let me know what you think in the comments
below.
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