22 Best Donuts in Charlotte

“Limited donuts but great flavors! Ordered a brown butter 🧈🤎 donut which was truly amazing; it's a semi-dry almost biscuit-like base with a to-die-for glaze, YUM, perfect with coffee.

Also ordered a strawberry 🍓 speciality donut, missed the name but was pretty much an apple fritter. Love the idea but a bit too sweet, wouldn't order that one again personally!

Staff shoutout: there were two rude ladies in front of me, rude to the other guests, the cashier, and the server - both employees remained very kind and honestly went above in service to make them happy.“

“Ayo, I’m a harsh critique when it comes to donuts. At 32 years old, I can only vouch unconditionally for two donut shops in the USA, both located in michigan. But this spot right here? Add it to the short list. Donuts soft as butter, taste on point and they are huge! I can only share a pic of one cuz I already ate the other two!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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!“

“My family loves this tea house. I love the variety they offer here , especially the juice options that arent available at most of them. The black boba is never old or hard and the amount distributed is sufficient go the amount if liquid. I also appreciate the consistency they uphold no matter whose working, the drink tastes the same.
They also offer macaroons and Mochi donuts. I recommend if you want a sweet treat or your favorite flavored tea, slush, smoothie, bubble, or juice drink.“

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

“My first time at the bakery itself, I usually grab weird at Optimus food haul.
My favorites are the cakes and the cookies but every time I go I try one new to me thing.

You can tell it's a local favorite as there's ALWAYS a line and it smells delicious when you enter the building“

“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!“

“This was a really cute place with tons of donuts and great coffee. The donuts were really good, the only reason for the 4 star rating was because we bought the donuts later in the afternoon and they were not fresh. Looking forward to trying them earlier in the day next time.“

“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!“

“I’ve come to this location for years, and I drove over this morning excited to get a lemon-filled after the limited time return announcement. Unfortunately, they didn’t have them in yet, and they were out of my second choice too. The employee was so apologetic and kind (about something that was absolutely not his fault in any way)!! I ordered a different donut, and when I pulled around he told me it was on the house because they didn’t have the ones I initially wanted. He completely made my day, and he deserves a shout out!“

“never had anyone be so nice“

“I pass by this place often and every time it’s always packed. That’s always a good sign! Finally I was able to try it out get me a table and not so many people.

Service- attentive staff, well educated, fast and very nice.

Food- fire! I enjoyed every bite, fried were season perfectly, the chicken had great taste and was dry, I don’t even like coleslaw but you have to try it out, so good and fresh!

Definitely be back on my cheat day. 👏🏼“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Great Staff, good service and good coffee!“

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

“I had an amazing and professional experience at this Dunkin’ location! I came around 9:50 AM for a mobile order, and everything was ready, smooth, and handled with care. This location has truly done a complete 360—the improvement is clear! I especially want to shout out the morning shift team—they are so kind, fast, and professional. Thank you for starting my day off right!“