Best Donuts in Connecticut (2026 Guide)
Connecticut packs a serious donut punch for its size. From apple cider donuts at fall orchards to acclaimed bakeries in New Haven and Hartford, the Nutmeg State delivers quality over quantity with a strong New England donut tradition.
Top 15 Donut Shops in Connecticut
Why it's notable: The top-rated donut shop in Connecticut, known for Over 100 varieties daily, Cider donuts, Vegan donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 1994, featuring 100+ varieties daily and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: One of Connecticut's highest-rated shops, known for Over 100 varieties daily, Cider donuts, Vegan donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 1994, featuring 100+ varieties daily and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: One of Connecticut's highest-rated shops, known for Bacon maple, PB&J, S'mores, with 3 awards, serving since 2012, featuring Multiple locations and Creative flavors.
Why it's notable: A standout Westport favorite, known for Bacon maple, PB&J, S'mores, with 3 awards, serving since 2012, featuring Multiple locations and Creative flavors.
Why it's notable: A standout Shelton favorite, known for Bacon maple, PB&J, S'mores, with 3 awards, serving since 2012, featuring Multiple locations and Creative flavors.
Why it's notable: A standout West Hartford favorite, known for Bacon maple, PB&J, S'mores, with 3 awards, serving since 2012, featuring Multiple locations and Creative flavors.
Why it's notable: A standout Stratford favorite, known for Bacon maple, PB&J, S'mores, with 3 awards, serving since 2012, featuring Multiple locations and Creative flavors.
Why it's notable: A standout Wilton favorite, known for Artisan brioche donuts, Brown butter glazed, Seasonal rotating flavors, with 2 awards, serving since 2023, featuring Artisan brioche and Premium ingredients.
Why it's notable: A standout West Hartford favorite, known for Mochi donuts, Bubble tea, Taro, with 3 awards, serving since 2022, featuring Mochi donuts and Bubble tea.
Why it's notable: A standout Hamden favorite, known for Fried mini donuts, Choose-your-own toppings, Custom assorted boxes, with 2 awards, serving since 2022, featuring Mini donuts and Choose-your-own toppings.
Why it's notable: A standout Mystic favorite, known for Artisan yeast donuts, Brioche donuts, Seasonal flavors, with 2 awards, serving since 2021, featuring Weekend-only and Artisan.
Why it's notable: A standout Wethersfield favorite, known for Fresh made donuts daily, Specialty espresso drinks, Muffins and pastries, with 2 awards, serving since 2021, featuring Fresh daily and Specialty coffee.
Why it's notable: A standout Torrington favorite, known for Fresh made donuts daily, Specialty espresso drinks, Muffins and pastries, with 2 awards, serving since 2021, featuring Fresh daily and Specialty coffee.
Why it's notable: A standout Stamford favorite, known for Classic glazed, Chocolate frosted, Boston cream, with 1 award, serving since 1995, featuring Early hours and Fast service.
Why it's notable: A standout Pawling favorite, known for Artisan donuts, Specialty coffee, Classic glazed, with 1 award, serving since 2020, featuring Specialty coffee and Artisan donuts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best donut shop in Connecticut?
Neil's Donuts in Wallingford is the top-rated donut shop in Connecticut with a 4.5 rating.
How many donut shops are in Connecticut?
We have 29 donut shops listed across 22 cities in Connecticut on NearbyDonuts.com.
Which cities in Connecticut have the best donuts?
The top cities for donuts in Connecticut include Stamford (3 shops), Westport (2 shops), West Hartford (2 shops), Stratford (2 shops), Hamden (2 shops).