Best Donut Shops in Detroit (2026)
The top-rated donut shops across the Detroit metro area, ranked by rating and local reputation. Featuring 20 shops from 8 neighborhoods and cities.
Top 15 Donut Shops in Detroit
Why we picked it: The top-rated donut shop in the area, known for Coconut Custard, Strawberry Moon Rock, Michigan Cherry, with 2 awards, serving since 1985, featuring Family-owned and Made fresh daily.
Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for Coconut Custard, Strawberry Moon Rock, Michigan Cherry, with 2 awards, serving since 1985, featuring Family-owned and Made fresh daily.
Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for Glazed donuts, Old fashioned donuts, Custom coffee blend, with 3 awards, serving since 1947, featuring 24-hour service (Tue-Sat) and Historic landmark.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Classic Glazed, Cream-Filled Donuts, Apple Fritters, with 1 award, featuring Handmade donuts and Old-school charm.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Glazed Donuts, Cream-Filled Donuts, Apple Fritters, with 1 award, featuring Made fresh daily and Classic donuts.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Vanilla-glazed oatmeal donuts, Faygo Red Pop-glazed donuts, Pineapple passion fruit donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 2020, featuring Drive-thru and House-roasted coffee.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Melt-in-your-mouth glazed donuts, German Christmas cookies (seasonal), Apple fritters, with 2 awards, serving since 1985, featuring #1 on Yelp Ann Arbor and Lines out the door.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for PB&J long johns, Blueberry pancake donuts, Dirt cup donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 1986, featuring Double festival winner and Made from scratch.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Made-to-order mini donuts, 50+ flavor options, Seasonal donut flavors, with 2 awards, serving since 2018, featuring Made-to-order and 50+ flavors.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Italian bomboloni (cream-filled), Bicho-bicho (Filipino twist donut), Calamansi olive oil cake, with 3 awards, serving since 2024, featuring Filipino-inspired and Food Network featured.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Raised glazed donuts, Buttermilk cake donuts, Blueberry cake donuts, with 1 award, serving since 1990, featuring Two locations and Vote 4 The Best #3.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Fresh donuts, Deli sandwiches, Coffee, with 2 awards, serving since 1990, featuring Deli + donut combo and 98% Facebook recommendation.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Apple fritters, Walnut-topped fritters, Nutty glazed donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 1988, featuring Family-owned and Fritter specialists.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Cronuts, Apple fritters, Cherry chocolate donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 2014, featuring 6+ locations and Eco-friendly products.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Artisanal donuts, Cupcakes, Gluten-free donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 2016, featuring Gluten-free options and Downtown location.
Explore Detroit Donut Shops by City
More “Best Of” Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best donut shop in Detroit?
Daily Dozen Doughnuts is the top-rated donut shop in the Detroit metro area with a 4.5 rating.
How many donut shops are in the Detroit area?
We have 20 donut shops listed across the Detroit metro area on NearbyDonuts.com.
Do donut shops in Detroit offer delivery?
Yes, 17 donut shops in the Detroit area offer delivery options.