Best Donut Shops in Atlanta (2026)

Why we picked it: The top-rated donut shop in the area, known for 100-Layer Doughnut (144 layers of buttery croissant dough, 3-day process), Chocolate Sea Salt 100-Layer with premium Belgian chocolate, King Kong Donut with vanilla buttercream, maple glaze, and candied bacon, with 4 awards, serving since 2018, featuring 3-day 100-layer dough process and Organic non-GMO ingredients.

Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for 100-Layer Doughnut (144 layers of buttery croissant dough, 3-day process), Chocolate Sea Salt 100-Layer with premium Belgian chocolate, King Kong Donut with vanilla buttercream, maple glaze, and candied bacon, with 4 awards, serving since 2018, featuring 3-day 100-layer dough process and Organic non-GMO ingredients.

Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for Extensive vegan menu (15+ options daily, all-natural ingredients), Triple Chocolate Cake Doughnut with Callebaut chocolate, Raspberry Sprinkle Yeast Doughnut with fresh seasonal fruit, with 3 awards, serving since 2012, featuring All ingredients made from scratch and 15+ vegan options daily.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Extensive vegan menu (15+ options daily, all-natural ingredients), Triple Chocolate Cake Doughnut with Callebaut chocolate, Raspberry Sprinkle Yeast Doughnut with fresh seasonal fruit, with 3 awards, serving since 2012, featuring All ingredients made from scratch and 15+ vegan options daily.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for 24-hour brioche dough process (ultra-rich and buttery), Samoa Cookie Donut with caramel, chocolate, and toasted coconut, Tres Leches Donut inspired by the Latin American dessert, with 3 awards, serving since 2023, featuring 24-hour brioche dough process and Miami heritage (since 2015).

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for 100% gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free baked goods (dedicated facility), Maple Miso Doughnut (innovative flavor combinations), Chocolate Peppermint Doughnut with pureed vegetables for moisture, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring 100% allergen-free dedicated facility and Gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for 100% gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free baked goods (dedicated facility), Maple Miso Doughnut (innovative flavor combinations), Chocolate Peppermint Doughnut with pureed vegetables for moisture, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring 100% allergen-free dedicated facility and Gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Mochi Donuts made with rice flour (unique chewy texture), Pull-apart bubble shape (8 connected balls), Korean-style corn dogs with mozzarella cheese, with 2 awards, serving since 2021, featuring Rice flour mochi donuts and Unique chewy texture.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for 100% vegan and gluten-free donuts (no compromise on taste), Sweetened with coconut crystals and agave (no refined sugar), Cinnamon rolls alongside donut selection, with 2 awards, serving since 2020, featuring 100% vegan and gluten-free and No refined sugar (coconut crystals/agave).

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Brioche-based doughnuts (rich, buttery European-style dough), Super Crunch Fried Chicken Sandwich on brioche bun, Kolaches with savory fillings, with 3 awards, serving since 2018, featuring Brioche-based everything and Full sandwich and burger menu.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Made-to-order warm cake donuts (customizable toppings and glazes), Blueberry Pancake donut with maple drizzle and powdered sugar, Interactive donut-making experience, with 3 awards, serving since 2006, featuring Made-to-order and served warm and Customizable toppings and glazes.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Made-to-order warm cake donuts (customizable toppings and glazes), Blueberry Pancake donut with maple drizzle and powdered sugar, Interactive donut-making experience, with 3 awards, serving since 2006, featuring Made-to-order and served warm and Customizable toppings and glazes.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for A-Town Cream (chocolate-glazed, A-shaped, custard-filled signature), Red Velvet Doughnut with cream cheese icing, S'mores Doughnut with graham cracker crumbs, with 4 awards, serving since 2008, featuring 24-hour flagship location and Ice cream and milkshakes.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Original Glazed donuts (when Hot Doughnuts Now sign is on), Chocolate Iced Glazed and filled donuts, Seasonal limited edition flavors, with 3 awards, serving since 1965, featuring Iconic 'Hot Doughnuts Now' sign and Recently redesigned location.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Sunflower Donut (signature flower-shaped with bright yellow glaze), Classic raised and cake donuts (traditional recipes since 1988), Fun 3D shaped donuts (flowers, stars), with 2 awards, serving since 1988, featuring Seven metro Atlanta locations and Family-owned since 1988.