Best Donuts in South Carolina (2026 Guide)
South Carolina's donut scene blends coastal charm with Southern hospitality. Charleston and Greenville lead a growing movement of artisan bakeries alongside beloved old-school shops, with flavors ranging from sweet tea-glazed to peach cobbler-inspired.
Top 15 Donut Shops in South Carolina
Why it's notable: The top-rated donut shop in South Carolina, known for Soft pillowy donuts, Filled donuts, Classic and decorated varieties, with 2 awards, featuring Sells out frequently and Traditional and filled varieties.
Why it's notable: One of South Carolina's highest-rated shops, known for Fresh classic donuts, Kolaches, Breakfast sandwiches, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring Classic donut shop and Early morning hours.
Why it's notable: One of South Carolina's highest-rated shops, known for Fresh classic donuts, Kolaches, Breakfast sandwiches, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring Classic donut shop and Early morning hours.
Why it's notable: A standout Charleston favorite, known for Brioche dough donuts, Cookie Butter donut, Apple Pie donut, with 3 awards, serving since 2015, featuring Brioche dough donuts and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: A standout Summerville favorite, known for Brioche dough donuts, Cookie Butter donut, Apple Pie donut, with 3 awards, serving since 2015, featuring Brioche dough donuts and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: A standout Mount Pleasant favorite, known for Brioche dough donuts, Cookie Butter donut, Apple Pie donut, with 3 awards, serving since 2015, featuring Brioche dough donuts and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: A standout Greenville favorite, known for Handcrafted croissant-style doughnuts (cronuts), Many-layered doughnuts, Seasonal fall flavors, with 3 awards, serving since 2022, featuring Croissant-style doughnuts and Artisan coffee bar.
Why it's notable: A standout Charleston favorite, known for Sunday-only brioche donuts, Best Friend chocolate chip cookie, Seasonal pastries, with 3 awards, serving since 2017, featuring Sunday donut specials and Gluten-free options.
Why it's notable: A standout Charleston favorite, known for Naturally leavened pastries, European-influenced croissants, Seasonal artisan donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 2022, featuring Naturally leavened and Former Husk Charleston team.
Why it's notable: A standout Charleston favorite, known for Made-to-order warm donuts, 30+ fan favorite combinations, Maple Bacon donut, with 3 awards, serving since 2018, featuring Made-to-order donuts and Customizable toppings.
Why it's notable: A standout Greenville favorite, known for Famous Layered Doughnuts™, Vegan doughnut options, Gluten-friendly options, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring Layered doughnuts and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: A standout Johns Island favorite, known for Famous Layered Doughnuts™, Vegan doughnut options, Gluten-friendly options, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring Layered doughnuts and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: A standout Pawleys Island favorite, known for Famous Layered Doughnuts™, Vegan doughnut options, Gluten-friendly options, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring Layered doughnuts and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: A standout North Myrtle Beach favorite, known for Famous Layered Doughnuts™, Vegan doughnut options, Gluten-friendly options, with 3 awards, serving since 2019, featuring Layered doughnuts and Vegan options.
Why it's notable: A standout Charleston favorite, known for Sticky buns, Croissants and Danish pastries, Artisan donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 2015, featuring Artisan pastries and Custom cakes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best donut shop in South Carolina?
MoMo Donuts in Rock Hill is the top-rated donut shop in South Carolina with a 5.0 rating.
How many donut shops are in South Carolina?
We have 31 donut shops listed across 15 cities in South Carolina on NearbyDonuts.com.
Which cities in South Carolina have the best donuts?
The top cities for donuts in South Carolina include Charleston (7 shops), Greenville (5 shops), Fort Mill (3 shops), Summerville (2 shops), Mount Pleasant (2 shops).