Sweet delights: Raleigh's top 4 donut shops
Raleigh has some incredible donut shops to satisfy your sugar cravings. From classic glazed donuts to creative specialty flavors, here are the top 4 best places to get donuts in Raleigh.
This list was put together with the help of Google and 2022 WRAL Voters' Choice Awards.
1. Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme’s roots began in 1937 in North Carolina. This beloved donut chain is a classic favorite, serving up lots of value. Their donuts are made fresh daily, with each one going through a conveyor belt glaze waterfall, ensuring an evenly coated, melt-in-your-mouth glaze. Their glowing red “Hot Now” sign indicates a fresh batch, drawing customers inside. The nostalgia and consistency of Krispy Kreme has kept Raleigh residents returning for over 80 years.
Winner of the 2022 WRAL Voter Choice Award
Hours: Sunday through Thursday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. and Friday through Saturday 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Address: 549 N. Person St., Raleigh
2. Tepuy Donuts
Known for their delicious handmade sourdough donuts, Tepuy is home to a variety of pastry classics and crowd-favorites. Order ahead on their website for easy grab-and-go. Guests love the generous and plentiful donut fillings to choose from. No matter how you like your donuts, Tepuy has you covered.
Finalist in the 2022 WRAL Voter Choice Awards
Hours: Open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Closed Monday and Wednesday
Address: 1818 Oberlin Road, Raleigh (Inside Idle Hour Coffee)
3. Duck Donuts
If you're a fan of made-to-order donuts, Duck Donuts is the place to go. Here you’re able to choose your donut coating from a range of options like cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, or classic glaze, and then top it off with your preferred drizzle and toppings. Order your custom variety online for easy grab-and-go pick-up. Visit their website to browse all the unique offerings, the maple bacon is a must-try.
Hours: Open 7 days a week from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Address: 8323 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh
4. Baker's Dozen Donuts
Sometimes, you just can't beat the classic donut shop experience, and that's precisely what Baker's Dozen Donuts offers. Known for their no-frills approach and consistently tasty donuts, this family-owned joint has been serving the Raleigh community for years. Online reviews suggest that Baker’s Dozen may just have the best apple fritters in Raleigh.
Hours: Open 7 days a week 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Address: 6320 Capital Blvd., Suite #123, Raleigh
