Best Donuts in Nebraska (2026 Guide)
Nebraska's donut scene is a heartland treasure, with Omaha and Lincoln leading the charge. Family-owned shops serve up no-frills excellence alongside creative bakeries that prove great donuts don't need a big-city zip code.
Top 15 Donut Shops in Nebraska
Why it's notable: The top-rated donut shop in Nebraska, known for Signature square-shaped donuts, Maple bacon donut, Donut of the Month (DOM), with 3 awards, serving since 2018, featuring artisan square-shaped donuts and Donut of the Month program.
Why it's notable: One of Nebraska's highest-rated shops, known for Classic glazed donuts, Kolaches, Old-fashioned cake donuts, with 4 awards, serving since 1925, featuring old-world European recipes and kolaches.
Why it's notable: One of Nebraska's highest-rated shops, known for 70+ rotating flavors, Donut holes, Apple fritters, with 3 awards, serving since 1933, featuring 70+ rotating flavors and extended hours (4 AM - 8 PM).
Why it's notable: A standout Lincoln favorite, known for Artisan donuts (classic and creative flavors), Vegan donuts, Gluten-free donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 2016, featuring vegan options and gluten-free options.
Why it's notable: A standout Omaha favorite, known for Mochi donuts, Korean corn dogs, Ube mochi donut, with 2 awards, serving since 2020, featuring mochi donuts and Korean corn dogs.
Why it's notable: A standout Lincoln favorite, known for Mochi donuts (ube, matcha, taro), Hot mochi waffles, Bubble tea, with 2 awards, serving since 2023, featuring mochi donuts and bubble tea.
Why it's notable: A standout Lincoln favorite, known for Mexican-style conchas, Churros, Pan dulce assortments, with 2 awards, serving since 2010, featuring Mexican bakery and conchas and churros.
Why it's notable: A standout Omaha favorite, known for Old-fashioned homemade donuts, Glazed donuts, Cake donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring homemade with in-shop ingredients and family-owned.
Why it's notable: A standout Gretna favorite, known for Classic glazed donuts, Rich frosted cake donuts, Sprinkle donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 2017, featuring old-school glass case display and locally owned.
Why it's notable: A standout Lincoln favorite, known for Famous apple fritters, Classic glazed donuts, Cake donuts, with 4 awards, serving since 1991, featuring two Lincoln locations and 33+ years in business.
Why it's notable: A standout Omaha favorite, known for Donuts, Scones, Coffee cake, with 2 awards, serving since 2016, featuring full scratch bakery and scones and quiche.
Why it's notable: A standout Norfolk favorite, known for Enormous glazed donuts, Cake donuts, Filled long johns, with 3 awards, serving since 1995, featuring enormous portions and iconic pink boxes.
Why it's notable: A standout Omaha favorite, known for Frosted cake donuts, Simple glazed favorites, Wedding cakes and custom cakes, with 3 awards, serving since 1954, featuring 70+ years in business and two locations.
Why it's notable: A standout Omaha favorite, known for Homemade donuts, Cinnamon rolls, Pecan rolls, with 3 awards, serving since 1978, featuring full diner menu and homemade donuts and pies.
Why it's notable: A standout Scottsbluff favorite, known for Scratch-baked donuts, Decorated cookies, Cakes, with 3 awards, serving since 1990, featuring certified master baker and scratch-baked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best donut shop in Nebraska?
Square Donut in Omaha is the top-rated donut shop in Nebraska with a 4.5 rating.
How many donut shops are in Nebraska?
We have 18 donut shops listed across 7 cities in Nebraska on NearbyDonuts.com.
Which cities in Nebraska have the best donuts?
The top cities for donuts in Nebraska include Omaha (9 shops), Lincoln (4 shops), Bellevue (1 shops), Gretna (1 shops), Norfolk (1 shops).