Best Donut Shops in Nashville (2026)

The top-rated donut shops across the Nashville metro area, ranked by rating and local reputation. Featuring 25 shops from 6 neighborhoods and cities.

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Total Shops
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Top Rated
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Top 15 Donut Shops in Nashville

#1
Donut CountryTop Rated
Murfreesboro4.5$

Why we picked it: The top-rated donut shop in the area, known for Buttermilk cinnamon doughnut, Glazed donuts, Kolaches, with 2 awards, serving since 2003, featuring 24-hour location available and Drive-thru.

Buttermilk cinnamon doughnutGlazed donutsKolachesApple fritters
#2
Franklin4.5$

Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for Classic mini donuts, Made fresh on-site in vintage Airstream trailers, Cinnamon sugar donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 2018, featuring Vintage Airstream trailer and Made fresh to order.

Classic mini donutsMade fresh on-site in vintage Airstream trailersCinnamon sugar donutsMaple glazed donuts
#3
12 South, Nashville4.5$$

Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for 100-Layer Donut (croissant-donut hybrid), Chocolate Sea Salt 100-Layer, Maple Glaze 100-Layer, with 4 awards, serving since 2015, featuring 100-layer croissant donuts and vegan options.

100-Layer Donut (croissant-donut hybrid)Chocolate Sea Salt 100-LayerMaple Glaze 100-LayerPaleo and vegan donut options
#4
The Factory at Franklin, Franklin4.5$$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for 100-Layer Donut (croissant-donut hybrid), Chocolate Sea Salt 100-Layer, Maple Glaze 100-Layer, with 4 awards, serving since 2015, featuring 100-layer croissant donuts and vegan options.

100-Layer Donut (croissant-donut hybrid)Chocolate Sea Salt 100-LayerMaple Glaze 100-LayerPaleo and vegan donut options
#5
East Nashville, Nashville4.5$$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Whiskey-glazed mini donuts, Boozy donut milkshakes, Dreamsicle milkshake with tequila, with 3 awards, serving since 2018, featuring boozy donuts and whiskey-glazed.

Whiskey-glazed mini donutsBoozy donut milkshakesDreamsicle milkshake with tequilaMimosa flights paired with donuts
#6
Sylvan Park, Nashville4.5$$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for OG Vanilla Glazed Brioche, Pistachio Donut, Cereal Milk Donut, with 3 awards, serving since 2017, featuring two-day brioche process and artisan donuts.

OG Vanilla Glazed BriochePistachio DonutCereal Milk DonutBread Pudding Donuts (limited run)
#7
SoBro/Downtown, Nashville4.5$$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Famous Layered Doughnuts, Churro Layered Doughnut, Turtle Cheesecake, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring layered doughnuts and midcentury modern aesthetic.

Famous Layered DoughnutsChurro Layered DoughnutTurtle CheesecakeMilkshakes
#8
East Nashville, Nashville4.5$$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Salted Brown Butter Brioche, Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake with Maple Glaze, Paleo and Keto donut options, with 2 awards, serving since 2020, featuring brioche donuts and vegan options.

Salted Brown Butter BriocheVegan Pumpkin Spice Cake with Maple GlazePaleo and Keto donut optionsDonut sandwiches (turkey club, grilled cheese)
#9
East Nashville, Nashville4.5$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Old Fashioned Sour Cream, Blueberry Cake, Maple Glazed, with 2 awards, serving since 2019, featuring old-fashioned style and small-batch.

Old Fashioned Sour CreamBlueberry CakeMaple GlazedCinnamon Sugar
#10
Green Hills, Nashville4.5$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Classic Glazed Donuts, Chocolate Iced, Apple Fritters, with 3 awards, serving since 1987, featuring classic traditional donuts and early morning hours.

Classic Glazed DonutsChocolate IcedApple FrittersBear Claws
#11
Madison, Nashville4.5$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Bear Claws, Apple Fritters, Classic Glazed Donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 2010, featuring drive-thru and opens at 4am.

Bear ClawsApple FrittersClassic Glazed DonutsCoconut-iced donuts
#12
Hendersonville4.5$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Glazed donuts, Cake donuts, Kolaches, serving since 2020, featuring Drive-thru and Takeout.

Glazed donutsCake donutsKolachesBreakfast sandwiches
#13
Nashville4.5$$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Old-fashioned cake donuts, Scones, Breakfast sandwiches, with 1 award, serving since 2001, featuring Neighborhood bakery and Everything baked fresh daily.

Old-fashioned cake donutsSconesBreakfast sandwichesFresh-baked pastries
#14
Brentwood4.3$$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Made-to-order warm donuts, Custom toppings and drizzles, Donut breakfast sandwiches, with 1 award, serving since 2022, featuring Made-to-order and Customizable donuts.

Made-to-order warm donutsCustom toppings and drizzlesDonut breakfast sandwichesDonut sundaes
#15
Gallatin4.3$

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Fresh glazed donuts, Breakfast sandwiches, Kolaches, serving since 2010, featuring Family-owned and Early morning hours.

Fresh glazed donutsBreakfast sandwichesKolachesCinnamon rolls

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best donut shop in Nashville?

Donut Country is the top-rated donut shop in the Nashville metro area with a 4.5 rating.

How many donut shops are in the Nashville area?

We have 25 donut shops listed across the Nashville metro area on NearbyDonuts.com.

Do donut shops in Nashville offer delivery?

Yes, 21 donut shops in the Nashville area offer delivery options.