Donut Chains Directory

Explore 26 of America's top donut chains — from coast-to-coast giants to beloved regional favorites and rising stars. Together they operate 12,949+ locations nationwide.

26

Chains Listed

12,949+

Total Locations

50

States Covered

1926

Oldest Chain

Dunkin'National

America's largest donut chain and one of the world's leading quick-service restaurants. Known for its wide variety of donuts, coffee, and breakfast sandwiches, Dunkin' serves millions of customers daily across thousands of locations.

9,500 locations
Est. 1950
HQ: Canton, MA

Signature Items

Boston KremeGlazed DonutMunchkins
Krispy KremeNational

Famous for its iconic Original Glazed donut made fresh daily, Krispy Kreme has been a beloved American institution since 1937. Their hot-light tradition signals when fresh donuts are rolling off the line.

1,400 locations
Est. 1937
HQ: Charlotte, NC

Signature Items

Original GlazedChocolate Iced GlazedGlazed Cruller

A Southern staple since 1936, Shipley Do-Nuts is known for its light, fluffy glazed donuts and kolaches. With deep roots in Texas, they've expanded throughout the South and beyond while staying true to their original recipes.

340 locations
Est. 1936
HQ: Houston, TX

Signature Items

Glazed Do-NutKolacheChocolate Iced
Duck DonutsRegional

Founded in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Duck Donuts makes warm, made-to-order cake donuts with your choice of coatings, toppings, and drizzles. Every donut is customized and served warm.

130 locations
Est. 2006
HQ: Mechanicsburg, PA

Signature Items

Bare NakedMaple BaconPeanut Butter Paradise

Known for their over-the-top creative flavors and late-night hours, Hurts Donut has become a cult favorite in the Midwest. Their massive, uniquely decorated donuts push the boundaries of what a donut can be.

20 locations
Est. 2013
HQ: Springfield, MO

Signature Items

Cookie MonsterThe ODBMaple Bacon Bar

Portland's most famous donut shop, Voodoo Doughnut is known for its quirky, irreverent style and wildly creative flavors. Their pink boxes and eccentric decor have made them a cultural icon and tourist destination.

12 locations
Est. 2003
HQ: Portland, OR

Signature Items

Voodoo DollBacon Maple BarOld Dirty Bastard

An LA icon since 1952, Randy's Donuts is instantly recognizable by its giant donut-shaped building. Featured in countless films and TV shows, it represents classic Southern California donut culture at its finest.

15 locations
Est. 1952
HQ: Inglewood, CA

Signature Items

Raised GlazedButtermilk BarChocolate Raised

Available In

A Colorado favorite since 1993, LaMar's Donuts bakes from scratch daily using high-quality ingredients and time-tested recipes. Their commitment to handcrafted donuts has earned them a loyal Rocky Mountain following.

30 locations
Est. 1993
HQ: Denver, CO

Signature Items

Raised GlazedApple FritterBlueberry Cake

Starting on the Ocean City boardwalk, Fractured Prune lets customers build their own donut from a menu of glazes and toppings. Their hot, made-to-order approach and beach-town roots make them a Mid-Atlantic favorite.

25 locations
Est. 1976
HQ: Ocean City, MD

Signature Items

OC SandBeach BashDirt & Worms
Dat DonutEmerging

A Chicago South Side institution, Dat Donut is legendary for its massive, freshly made donuts at unbeatable prices. Open 24 hours, it's a go-to for Chicagoans craving oversized glazed donuts any time of day.

3 locations
Est. 1987
HQ: Chicago, IL

Signature Items

Jumbo GlazedChocolate Long JohnApple Fritter

Available In

A Texas legend since 1926, Round Rock Donuts is famous for its bright orange donuts made from a century-old recipe. This family-owned shop draws lines out the door and is considered one of the best donut shops in America.

2 locations
Est. 1926
HQ: Round Rock, TX

Signature Items

Texas-Sized Orange DonutGlazed DonutDonut Holes

Available In

A Philadelphia phenomenon combining hot fresh donuts with Korean-style fried chicken. Founded by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Solomonov, Federal Donuts brings fine-dining creativity to the donut world.

8 locations
Est. 2011
HQ: Philadelphia, PA

Signature Items

Hot Cinnamon SugarStrawberry LavenderCookies & Cream

Available In

An artisan craft donut shop from Southern California, Sidecar Doughnuts uses seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to create small-batch gourmet doughnuts. Their ever-changing menu reflects the best flavors of each season.

5 locations
Est. 2012
HQ: Costa Mesa, CA

Signature Items

Butter & SaltHuckleberryMaple Bacon

Available In

A Chicago staple known for artisan donuts and exceptional coffee, Stan's Donuts has grown from a single Wicker Park location to a beloved city-wide chain. Their pockets (filled donuts) are a fan favorite.

12 locations
Est. 2014
HQ: Chicago, IL

Signature Items

Biscoff PocketPistachio Old FashionedGlazed Ring

Available In

New York City's first artisan donut shop, Doughnut Plant has been crafting innovative flavors since 1994. Known for inventing the filled square doughnut and using high-quality, all-natural ingredients.

5 locations
Est. 1994
HQ: New York, NY

Signature Items

Crème Brûlée SquareBlackberryTres Leches

Available In

Seattle's beloved hand-forged doughnut shop, Top Pot combines vintage charm with quality craftsmanship. Operating from beautifully restored mid-century spaces, they're a Pacific Northwest institution known for perfectly cakey old fashioneds.

10 locations
Est. 2002
HQ: Seattle, WA

Signature Items

Old FashionedMaple BarChocolate Peanut Butter

Available In

A fast-growing chain known for their creative gourmet donuts and friendly service. Somethin' Sweet brings fresh, inventive flavors to communities across the Midwest and Southeast.

8 locations
Est. 2015
HQ: Springfield, IL

Signature Items

Red VelvetButter PecanCookie Dough

Born in Pittsburgh, this groovy donut shop specializes in miniature donuts made fresh to order. With a peace-and-love ethos and psychedelic branding, they bring joy through bite-sized indulgences.

18 locations
Est. 2009
HQ: Pittsburgh, PA

Signature Items

Tie-DyePeanut Butter CupGroovy Glaze

One of the largest donut franchise systems in the US, Daylight Donuts has been serving communities since 1954. With a focus on small-town America, they provide fresh, quality donuts through independently owned locations.

1,000 locations
Est. 1954
HQ: Tulsa, OK

Signature Items

Glazed TwistCinnamon RollBear Claw

A West Coast institution since 1948, Winchell's has been serving fresh donuts around the clock for decades. With a strong presence in California and the Southwest, they offer classic American donut shop fare.

170 locations
Est. 1948
HQ: Santa Ana, CA

Signature Items

Iced Buttermilk BarApple FritterChocolate Raised

New England's own donut chain, Honey Dew Donuts has been a regional staple since 1973. Known for quality coffee and classic donuts, they hold their own against larger national chains throughout the Northeast.

140 locations
Est. 1973
HQ: Plainville, MA

Signature Items

Honey Dew MuffinBoston KremeGlazed Donut

A rising star in the craft donut scene, Snowbird Donuts focuses on small-batch, inventive flavors using local ingredients. Their creative seasonal menus and Instagram-worthy presentations have built a devoted following.

4 locations
Est. 2018
HQ: Salt Lake City, UT

Signature Items

Churro DonutLemon PoppyBrown Butter Maple

Available In

A Columbus, Ohio gem specializing in brioche-style gourmet donuts with bold, seasonal flavors. Their small-batch approach and creative flavor combinations have made them a must-visit destination for donut lovers.

3 locations
Est. 2012
HQ: Columbus, OH

Signature Items

Sweet Potato PieBuckeyePB&J

Available In

A Buffalo, NY institution, Paula's Donuts has been hand-cutting and frying donuts fresh daily since 1996. Known for their massive Texas-sized donuts and commitment to quality that draws lines around the block.

5 locations
Est. 1996
HQ: Tonawanda, NY

Signature Items

Texas DonutPeanut StickCinnamon Sugar

Available In

A classic Southern donut chain with roots in Louisiana, Southern Maid has been serving fresh donuts since 1937. Elvis Presley was famously a regular, and their original recipes continue to delight customers across the South.

80 locations
Est. 1937
HQ: Garland, TX

Signature Items

Glazed DonutCinnamon TwistCream Filled

Seattle's organic donut pioneer, Mighty-O makes 100% organic, plant-based donuts that prove you don't have to sacrifice taste for sustainability. Every donut is vegan and made with organic ingredients.

4 locations
Est. 2003
HQ: Seattle, WA

Signature Items

French ToastChocolate DippedLemon Poppy

Available In

About America's Donut Chains

The American donut industry is a rich tapestry of national powerhouses, beloved regional favorites, and exciting emerging brands. From Dunkin's 9,500+ locations spanning nearly every state to single-city icons like Round Rock Donuts in Texas, each chain brings something unique to the table.

National chains like Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, and Daylight Donuts have built coast-to-coast networks that make fresh donuts accessible everywhere. Regional chains like Shipley Do-Nuts, Duck Donuts, and Honey Dew Donuts have cultivated intensely loyal followings by perfecting recipes that reflect local tastes and traditions.

The emerging category represents the most exciting frontier in American donuts — artisan shops like Voodoo Doughnut, Federal Donuts, and Sidecar Doughnuts that are redefining what a donut can be with creative flavors, premium ingredients, and Instagram-worthy presentations.