These 9 Donut Shops In Greater Cleveland Will Have Your Mouth Watering Uncontrollably
We all fall into a funk sometimes, and nothing picks you up like a fresh and warm donut. Fortunately, in a creative city like Cleveland, you can easily find some creative donuts with a flavorful twist. All over Northeast Ohio are superb donut shops that will sweep you off your feet and make your mouth water. Get ready for a quick road trip, because you’ll be craving a sweet treat after you see these delicacies:
City Girl Donuts just opened this year, but locals are learning quickly that these delicacies are more than just gorgeous pieces of art. Their flavors are unbelievable, and with many seasonal options to choose from you can never get bored. Their website has one quote that summarizes how fantastic their donuts are: "I have to move so I stop coming in here every day."
Jack Frost has long been a Cleveland favorite, and with just one bite you'll discover why. Here, incredible flavor combinations and a superabundance of toppers make each visit a flavorful adventure for your taste buds. They do sell single donuts, but you might as well just pick up a dozen,
Donuts and beer? Sounds like a combination made in heaven! Take a seat and get ready to eat, because a massively flavorful donut is coming your way. Oh, and it's actually massive. The space, however, is cozy, the perfect place to kick back and have a beer after work. Adventurous flavors await your taste buds, so prepare for this unforgettable experience.
When two brothers from Salt Lake City ate potato-based doughnuts in Germany, they were inspired. They began experimenting with potato-based donut recipes until they found a flavorful combination that was out of this world. They opened a franchise, and in April of 1949, the Berea location was one of the first franchised dealers in the nation. The parent company closed in the 80's, and the remaining independent shops had to create their own recipes. The flavors in this little Berea shop are out of this world, and you have to try them to believe them.
5. Becker's Donuts & Bakery, 24523 Sprague Road, Columbia Station
This quaint storefront may not look like much, but it's been serving up "A Little Taste of Heaven since 1957." With handmade donuts and ethnic recipes, the selection at this local favorite will delight your taste buds.
If you're ever craving something sweet while you're in Little Italy, you must stop by this charming bakery, While this bakery serves up all kinds of delicious goodies, nothing beats a hot cup of coffee and a donut on a chilly day.
7. Bucks Donuts, 2879 North Ridge Road E, Ashtabula
If you ever spot these lovely ladies at a local event, swing by their table. This pop-up donut shop appears throughout the community at special events, and their cruelty-free donuts are to die for. Even though they don't have a storefront, you can still place holiday orders online!
Food trucks are the hottest trend in The Land right now, and this is definitely one truck you'll want to swing by. Using local products, the donut scientists in this mobile lab concoct teeny tiny donuts with a number of yummy toppings. This is the only local mobile mini donut kitchen, so if you spot the truck, you must give the donuts a taste.
Clevelanders certainly love their sweets, and us locals are fortunate to have such a variety to choose from. Where is your favorite local bakery, and what delicacies should we try upon visiting? Tell us in the comments, and share some photos of your favorites if you have any!
Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
