There is nothing like biting into a fresh, hot fluffy donut. This sugary sweet treat has made its mark in both the Nashville and Franklin areas with local donut shops offering up gourmet twists on classic favorites.
Whether you prefer a traditional cake donut or a gourmet glazed with tons of sprinkles, you’ll likely find your favorite waiting for you at one these local donut shops. Check out some of our favorites below!
Best Nashville and Franklin Area Donut Shops
Donut Distillery
311 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
This is a one-stop-shop for all things mini-donuts, coffee cocktails, beer, mimosas, spiked shakes, live music and so much more! Their donuts are made-to-order for a fresh bite every time.
Duck Donuts
101 Creekside Crossing Suite 1000, Brentwood, TN 37027
Warm, delicious, and made to order in front of your eyes; You can choose from the menu or customize your own donut with a variety of toppings, coatings, and drizzles. They also offer donut breakfast sandwiches and decadent donut sundaes!
East Park Donuts & Coffee
700 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206
They specialize in from-scratch donuts made with top quality ingredients, along with carefully crafted coffee and espresso beverages. It is a favorite among locals, especially for limited edition specials and holiday donuts!
Ellie’s Old Fashioned Doughnuts
120 Aldersgate Way, Franklin, TN, United States, 37064 (Franklin Farmers Market)
This food truck is a staple among the Franklin, TN community and has been serving up scratch donuts since 2010. The menu is simple and the donuts are classic and served hot. Be sure to try their cinnamon sugar donuts – the fan favorite.
Five Daughters Bakery
1110 Caruthers Ave, Nashville, TN 37204 (12 South)
1900 Eastland Ave Suite #101, Nashville, TN 37206 (East Nashville)
3820 Charlotte Ave #128, Nashville, TN 37209 (L&L Market)
230 Franklin Road #11J, Franklin, TN 37064 (The Factory at Franklin)
5036 Broadway Pl. Suite C-213, Nashville, TN 37203 (5th & Broadway)
602 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203 (The Gulch)
Five Daughters is known for photo worthy croissant-style layered donuts as well as their paleo menu, completely free of grains, gluten, dairy, and sugars, for those with dietary restrictions or specific diets.
Fox’s Donut Den
3900 Hillsboro Pike #2, Nashville, TN 37215
This is a Nashville institution turning out classic donuts & pastries since 1973, plus bagels & coffee. Locals will tell you to try the apple fritter!
Itty Bitty Donuts
7311-B, Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN 37135
Itty Bitty Donuts is a cozy, community-focused café located in Nolensville, Tennessee founded by best friends Misty Brown and Kristy Bigham. Known for their hot, made-to-order mini donuts and locally roasted coffee from Narrow Gate Coffee Co., Itty Bitty Donuts has become a beloved gathering spot for locals of all ages. Whether you’re stopping by for a morning treat or an afternoon pick-me-up, you’ll find a welcoming space that offers more than just delicious donuts and coffee—it offers a sense of community.
McGaugh’s Donuts
1111 Gallatin Pike S, Madison, TN 37115
Longtime donut shop with a variety of donuts, apple fritters, bear claws & kolaches. This shop has been around since 1991, so it is definitely a favorite for locals! Try a cream-filled long john, this definitely takes me back to childhood!
Parlor Doughnuts
506 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203 (SoBro)
1720 West End Ave., #100, Nashville, TN 37203 (West End)
A craft doughnut and coffee shop, originally out of Indiana, offering an array of unique bakery items, including our original layered doughnuts; vegan, gluten-friendly, and keto-friendly products; artisanal breakfasts; and specialty coffee!
Peace Love and Little Donuts
213 Franklin Rd Suite 120, Brentwood, TN 37027
This groovy donut shop has little donuts with a variety of toppings for you to choose from. In their words, in creating their Groovy, Far Out and Funkadellic flavors they knew that they couldn’t lose the incredible taste of their old fashion cake donut. They custom-create your donuts fresh right in front of you!
The Salty Donut
2311 12th Ave S #105, Nashville, TN 37204
Simply put: “At ‘The Salty’, we believe in the transformative power of a really freakin’ good donut, baked goods and a perfectly crafted coffee.” And that’s the truth. The folks at The Salty do not take donut-making lightly. They strive to create and perfect every donut and baked good they create to bring unbelievable flavor and joy to the mouth of every customer. Personally speaking, I love them because they offer up allergy friendly options like gluten-free and vegan while somehow maintaining amazing texture and flavor! Their speciality coffee and drinks are equally delish.
Shipley Do-Nuts
2540 Old Lebanon Rd, Nashville, TN 37214
971 Church Street, Suite C1.17, Nashville, TN 37203
797 W. Main Street, Hendersonville, TN 37075
Shipley’s is definitely the place to go get a classic glazed donut, so fluffy! The plain glazed is still their most popular style, but with over 60 varieties to choose from, there’s always a new flavor to discover.
Tiny Little Donuts
1203 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064
328 Fifth Ave, Franklin, TN 37064
Enjoy these classic tiny little donuts made hot and fresh on site, in a vintage Airstream. These sell out fast on site, but you can also order ahead for events and parties!
Ye’s Donut Palace
3466 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076
This place is a little gem in Hermitage that offers fresh, soft donuts! The red velvet and crescent roll-doughnut concoction (a doughssant) are a must-try!
Let us know your favorite locations and your favorite style donut!
Looking for more sweets or bakeries? Check out our guide to Nashville bakeries!
