22 Best Donuts in Charlotte

“I absolutely love The Salty in Charlotte! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm, stylish, and welcoming. The donuts are next-level — perfectly soft, flavorful, and clearly made with so much care. You can truly taste the quality in every bite. Their coffee is just as impressive and pairs perfectly with the donuts. The staff is always kind, upbeat, and makes the whole experience even better. It’s one of those places that instantly puts you in a good mood. Easily one of my favorite spots in Charlotte — I’ll definitely keep coming back 🤍🍩“

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Absolutely lives up to the name! Beyond Amazing Donuts is hands-down one of the best spots in Charlotte. The energy, the people, the freshness—everything just feels right the moment you walk in. You can tell they love what they do, and it shows in every bite and every smile. A total vibe and an instant mood-booster. Truly beyond amazing! 🍩🔥“

“I’ve been searching for gluten free donuts that are handmade for YEARS & stumbled upon this shop - SO GOOD!!!!“

“Delicious! Well worth the drive from uptown while visiting for work. Loved it!“

“Really tasty 😋 and also great coffee“

“Authentic, delicious, the guy who is always there is friendly and knowledgeable. The seasonal mochi donuts are adorable! But my very favorite feature is that they have a little more room with several tables and nicer, relaxing ambience to just hang out for awhile. It's much more hospitable compared to any other boba tea place in the area!“

“finally got to try it after 3 yrs.. come from Ohio... GAS 500 BUCKS HOTEL 800 BUCKS OMG DONUTS... PRICELESS“

“My favorite donuts in Charlotte, always. Staff is always kind, the stores are always pretty and chill. Have never had a bad donut! This cafe con leche and Boston cream were great, the crème brûlée was a highlight a while back too! They are quite expensive, but so so good!“

“If you haven’t been to this tucked away gem, you are missing out! My Garlic Bulgogi Bánh Mi and Passionfruit Pleasure drink were the best I’ve had and I’m picky when it comes to my food. I’m so glad I found this family owned restaurant to try today while I was out and about. 1368 Sweet Corner Cafe is a must try, the variety of food choices is unmatched compared to other similar restaurants in Charlotte so put this one on the list as a must try, especially if you are a Bánh Mi fan like I am!“

“Love it here... The bakery is delicious. They make new items all the time and the decorations on their cakes and cookies are so beautiful. I love how they always make holiday items for every occasion. And the staff is always so nice J is so happy to see you every time you come in to the store.“

“Awesome food. The hot dip chicken sandwich is fire. The crinkle fries are too. All we need now is cheese sauce for the fries. Wait time was minimal. I ordered on Toast and it was just about ready 5 mins later. Great for to go food pick ups. Seating is outdoor so it’s up to chance of the dine in.“

“I've stopped at this Krispy Kreme for years on my way to visit at Levine Children's Hospital to pick up donuts for the nursing staff. When my grandson was a patient at Levine's he loved getting donuts for the nurses on the floor where he was receiving treatment. The staff loved it and he really got a kick out of handing out donuts. Now when I visit the hospital I always try and bring donuts in memory of the great care he received there.

This Krispy Kreme has always been clean, with friendly staff, and fresh donuts.

You cannot go wrong with Krispy Kreme.“

“We were exploring South End with the family, and got split up. Two of us were walking by, so I decided to check out this Krispy Kreme. We tried the freshly made glazed donuts & they were warm & perfect!
I would like to try more of their donuts the next time I’m in the area. I also love the history behind the founding of this iconic brand.

Big thanks to Kenya who made our visit special!

Happy Exploring,
Josephine Local 📍“

“There’s a certain kind of American optimism wrapped in neon and sugar — the belief that no matter how complicated life gets, there will always be a place where warm dough, fluorescent lighting, and industrial nostalgia can temporarily convince you everything’s fine. Maybe even beautiful.

That place today was a Krispy Kreme.

Outside, the building sits gleaming in a too-clean, too-happy white and green — the kind of color palette selected by a marketing department convinced childhood joy can be Pantone-matched. The sun hangs low in the sky behind it, soft and cinematic, like the universe is trying — just this once — to make a chain doughnut shop look poetic. And damn it, it works. You stand there, phone in hand, knowing full well that you’re about to trade dignity for hot glaze and thinking: Yeah. Worth it.

Inside, the display case tells the real story. A chaotic seasonal fever dream of design choices that range from charming to mildly disturbing. Snoopy-shaped doughnuts — their expressionless fondant eyes staring into the void — sit beside Santa-belly pastries with icing belts stretched across their midsections like they’ve been stress eating since Halloween. Charlie Brown’s round yellow face, forever trapped in a frosting-based existential crisis, waits to be devoured. A wreath made of frosting, sprinkles, and questionable life choices rounds out the festive lineup.

You don’t pick one. You pick too many. Because you didn’t come here for moderation. You came for the moment the warm original glazed disintegrates on your tongue like it’s trying to escape before you swallow, leaving behind a whisper of sugar, butterfat, and childhood memory. There’s a reason people still line up for these. It’s engineered nostalgia — edible time travel.

The seating area looks like it was designed for an elementary school talent show — bright yellow stools and wooden steps arranged in a way that suggests someone, somewhere, expects doughnuts to be enjoyed as a community performance. Maybe that’s the point. Maybe in a world full of late-stage capitalism and constant existential dread, there is something meaningful about sitting on an awkward yellow square and stuffing your face with a seasonal pastry that looks like a cartoon dog.

This Krispy Kreme isn’t pretending to be artisanal or edgy or refined. It isn’t chasing trends or seeking Michelin stars. It is, unapologetically, itself: a shrine to processed joy — sticky, goofy, imperfect, and honest.

And sometimes — maybe more often than we’re willing to admit — that’s exactly what we need.

You leave with icing on your fingers and zero regrets.

Just how it should be.“

“I’ve been coming to this Dunkin’/Baskin location for a while now, and it’s consistently a great experience. Whether I’m stopping by in the morning for a quick coffee or treating myself to some ice cream in the evening, the staff is always friendly, efficient, and welcoming. The coffee is always fresh, and the drinks are made just the way I like them. I also appreciate how clean the store is, even during busy hours. The Baskin side is a fun bonus — there’s a great variety of flavors, and everything tastes super fresh. It’s the perfect stop for a sweet treat or a pick-me-up during a long day. Shoutout to the crew for always being on point and creating a positive vibe. Highly recommend this spot!“

“This is the first DD that I’ve been in that was a pleasant experience. The cashier was very friendly and our drinks came out quickly despite it being very busy. The employees seemed liked they actually wanted to be there which is almost never the case any time I’ve been in a DD. Great job to the management and staff.“

“This location is very good. Friendly service and they're pretty quick. I typically order On The Go on their app and my drink is always there when I arrive. It's walk-in only, but there's plenty of parking since it's in a plaza, yet away from the Harris Teeter.“

“I love this time of year when they get the pumpkin spice, and now Oreo hot chocolate. Omg sooooooo good.“

“Always the best cup of coffee. Friendly staff. Clean. Fast service.“

“Fast and friendly every morning“

“Great Staff, good service and good coffee!“