🍩 Is your sweet tooth ready?!?
It’s National Donut Day! Here’s a look at our local favorites.
As if the end of the workweek couldn’t be any better, today marks National Donut Day—a perfect excuse to indulge in the sweet, fried, and frosted delights that Lexington’s local donut shops have to offer.
Whether you’re a fan of classic glazed, innovative flavors, or vegan options, Lexington has something for every donut enthusiast.
Here are some of our favorite stops in no particular order:
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JEFF’S DONUTS – Open 24/7, Jeff’s Donuts is perfect for any time cravings. They offer a variety of handcrafted donuts- some awesome flavors include banana pudding, Fruity Pebbles, peanut butter jelly bismarck, and the classic apple fritter. Their bright interior and friendly service make it a welcoming stop.
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SPALDING’S BAKERY – A Lexington staple since 1929, Spalding’s is renowned for its hand-cut yeast donuts. Their original glazed is a must-try, light and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. They’ll be making extra donuts for National Donut Day, so expect a line—but it’s worth the wait.
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PARLOR DOUGHNUTS – Offering a unique twist, Parlor Doughnuts specializes in croissant-style donuts—flaky, buttery, and indulgent. Flavors like raspberry pistachio and s’mores are popular choices. They also cater to Keto, vegan, and gluten free diets. Did we mention they have a full coffee menu?
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NORTH LIME COFFEE & DONUTS – Known for its creative and ever-changing donut flavors, North Lime offers both cake and glazed varieties. Their square glazed donuts are a local favorite, providing extra crispy corners. For those with dietary restrictions, they offer vegan and gluten-free options.
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DONUT DAYS BAKERY – Celebrating over 50 years, Donut Days is a family-owned shop known for its classic donuts and community atmosphere. They often host fun contests and giveaways, adding an extra layer of excitement to your donut run.
🎉 National Donut Day Deals
While local shops offer their own specials, national chains like Dunkin’ are also celebrating. Dunkin’ is offering a free donut with the purchase of any beverage, along with a new Pink Spritz drink—a sparkling blend of guava, orange, and passion fruit. Participating locations will also have limited-edition merchandise available.
Get out there and enjoy the sweet end to this week!