Best Donuts in Texas (2026 Guide)
Everything's bigger in Texas — including the donut scene. From Houston's kolache-meets-donut fusion to Austin's craft bakeries and Dallas's beloved institutions, the Lone Star State delivers an enormous and endlessly varied donut landscape.
Top 15 Donut Shops in Texas
Why it's notable: The top-rated donut shop in Texas, known for Croissant Donuts, Kolaches, Breakfast Tacos, with 4 awards, serving since 2015, featuring #1 donut shop in Texas (Yelp 2024) and Family-owned and operated.
Why it's notable: One of Texas's highest-rated shops, known for Mochi Donuts (ube, pandan, matcha), Thick cookies, Fruit Teas, with 3 awards, serving since 2022, featuring Yelp Top 50 nationally and Mochi-style specialty donuts.
Why it's notable: One of Texas's highest-rated shops, known for Fresh glazed donuts, Boba milk tea, Breakfast kolaches, with 2 awards, serving since 2020, featuring boba tea and kolaches.
Why it's notable: A standout Dallas favorite, known for Classic Glazed Donut, Cake Donuts, Kolaches, with 2 awards, serving since 1990, featuring Old-school neighborhood shop and Opens at 5:00 AM.
Why it's notable: A standout Plano favorite, known for Creme Brûlée Donut, Orange Creamsicle, German Chocolate, with 2 awards, serving since 2017, featuring Made-to-Order and Restaurant Experience.
Why it's notable: A standout Dallas favorite, known for Pistachio Cruller, Hand-turned Crullers, Kolaches, with 4 awards, serving since 2024, featuring All made from scratch and Hand-turned crullers.
Why it's notable: A standout Frisco favorite, known for Bruleed Banana Cream, Ube Cake Donut, Mango Sticky Rice Donut (seasonal), with 3 awards, serving since 2020, featuring Yelp Top 50 nationally and Seasonal rotating menu.
Why it's notable: A standout Austin favorite, known for Traditional Glazed, Boudin Kolaches, Classic Cake Donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 1998, featuring Traditional Methods and Hidden Gem.
Why it's notable: A standout Dallas favorite, known for Raspberry Brioche, Chocolate Brioche, Seasonal Pastries, with 2 awards, serving since 2019, featuring French Techniques and Brioche Base.
Why it's notable: A standout Allen favorite, known for Original Glazed, Chocolate Glazed, Old Fashioned, with 2 awards, serving since 1981, featuring Family Owned and Classic Recipes.
Why it's notable: A standout El Paso favorite, known for Daydream donut, Book Worm donut, Texas-shaped Dulce de Leche donut, with 3 awards, serving since 2020, featuring late night hours and 70+ flavors.
Why it's notable: A standout Houston favorite, known for Glazed yeast donuts, Bavarian cream filled, Jalapeño sausage kolaches, with 3 awards, serving since 1990, featuring kolaches and breakfast tacos.
Why it's notable: A standout Houston favorite, known for Cappuccino donuts, Nutella filled donuts, Vegan donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 2013, featuring vegan options and gluten-free options.
Why it's notable: A standout San Antonio favorite, known for Massive fresh glazed donuts, Breakfast tacos (award-winning), Tex-Mex breakfast plates, with 3 awards, serving since 1954, featuring drive-thru and breakfast tacos.
Why it's notable: A standout San Antonio favorite, known for Leprechaun Charms donut, Artisanal gourmet creations, Seasonal rotating flavors, with 3 awards, serving since 2018, featuring gourmet donuts and Instagram-worthy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best donut shop in Texas?
Robin's Snowflake Donuts & Cafe in Spring is the top-rated donut shop in Texas with a 4.9 rating.
How many donut shops are in Texas?
We have 101 donut shops listed across 19 cities in Texas on NearbyDonuts.com.
Which cities in Texas have the best donuts?
The top cities for donuts in Texas include Austin (19 shops), Houston (16 shops), El Paso (15 shops), San Antonio (14 shops), Dallas (14 shops).