Despite the closings of numerous bakeries in Slavic Village (including the notable Gertrude's), Becker's remains and it's still a great place to get a donut.
My grandpa occasionally used to treat me and my sisters growing up to these.
75 cents for a single donut.
My cream filled maple glaze donut was fine, filled with quite a bit of that great sugary cream, all for 75 cents. Service was fine.
Don't expect any frills. There's a dozen or 2 types of donuts and black coffee, not 'gourmet', that's about it.
Yes, it's in a sketchy neighborhood and there's numerous signs warning of video surveillance. Becker's was buzzing with many service workers stopping in at 8am on a weekday.
Note, there's no place to sit down here.
If you're looking for a no frills donut place where little has changed in 20 years, Becker's is a good choice.