11 Old Fashioned Donut Shops In Mississippi That Will Make You Feel Right At Home
Hot, fluffy, and delicious – there’s nothing like a good donut. Luckily, there are plenty of amazing mom and pop shops in the Magnolia State where you can get your fill of America’s favorite pastry. So the next time you get a craving for a delicious old-fashioned donut, consider paying a visit to one of these amazing neighborhood donut shops.
At this small town donut shop, "fresh" is the name of the game. Not only are the donuts made daily but Sugarland uses only the freshest of ingredients, including real fruit. From filled donuts to those piled high with toppings and everything in between, a visit to this Eupora gem is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Since opening in 1995, Monroe’s has become a local favorite, and is now making a name for itself nationwide, as it was included in Grub Street’s ranking of the country’s most notable donut shops. The popular eatery now has five locations scattered throughout the Jackson metropolitan area, which means that grabbing a hot glazed donut or a delicious cinnamon roll is that much easier.
Established in the 1950s, this local shop is the place to go in Grenada when craving some delicious donuts. Among the tasty variety, you’ll find The Donut Shop’s specialty – filled donuts. The mouthwatering creations are stuffed with delectable fillings, like strawberries and cream and cookies and cream.
At this family-owned donut shop, the donuts are made from scratch each morning using only fresh, quality ingredients, making it easy to see why Charlie’s was named one of the top five donut shops in the greater Memphis area.
Okay. So this isn’t actually a donut shop, but the place is worth a mention as it’s known for serving "legendary" donuts. The homemade donuts come in one flavor, blueberry, but according to customers, they’re so amazingly delicious you won’t the lack of variety.
Referred to as one of the Natchez’s "best kept secrets" and a stop on Alton Brown's Food Network series, this local donut shop definitely won’t disappoint. Aside from offering donuts in just about every flavor imaginable, the eatery serves up made-from-scratch tamales and mouthwatering burgers.
Home of "the only real donut," the TatoNut Donut Shop’s popularity has grown incredibly over the years, attracting both locals and tourists. In fact, it’s become so popular that a line going out the door and into the street is not uncommon. The one-of-a-kind donuts are made with potato flour using a secret family recipe and after just one bite, you’ll see what all the fuss is about.
In the business of donuts since 1988, the Scott family has definitely learned a thing or two over the years, one of which being the importance of serving handmade, "never frozen or pre-fab" donuts and pastries. The Richland Café has received a ton of rave reviews on websites like Yelp and Trip Advisor, and not just for their donuts but for their "can’t be beat" prices and great atmosphere as well.
This family-owned shop has been serving up its delicious donuts for years now, and according to customers, the fluffy, made-from-scratch donuts have only gotten better over time. Stop in, and you’ll find a tasty assortment that includes classics, like glazed and old-fashioned cake donuts, as well as more unique options, such as red velvet, devil’s food cake, and, a customer favorite, the maple frosted with bacon.
Head to this small town donut shop, and you’ll find what many refer to as "the coast's most tasty donuts." A local favorite, Grammy’s tends to get pretty crowded and the donuts go fast, so plan your visit accordingly.
This Grenada donut shop may not look like much on the outside but inside, you’ll find brag-worthy donuts that have been described using words like "fresh, soft, fluffy, and amazing." Be sure to get to the shop early; it’s not open all day like other donut shops. Also, stop by the ATM before your visit; Donut Place II accepts cash only.
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