It’s almost the New Year, which means weight loss resolutions are at an all-time high. If dieting just doesn’t have the same allure it used to, we have a slightly different goal for you to set: seeing how many donut shops you can check off your bucket list! Luckily, we’re blessed with tons of delicious places to find everyone’s favorite breakfast pastry, and this road trip will introduce you to 10 of the very best.
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- Macy’s European Coffeehouse & Bakery (Flagstaff)
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Foursquare/FrecklesUSA Take your taste buds on an overseas culinary journey at this quaint Flagstaff bakery. All the goodies are made from scratch with zero preservatives and love as the main ingredient. Come see what the hype is about at 14 S. Beaver St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001.
- Desert Donuts (Phoenix)
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Facebook/Desert Donuts This family-owned and operated shop has been serving Phoenix since 2013. Scrumptious flavors like Caramel Pretzel, Pecan Pie, and Maple Bacon are guaranteed to make your mouth water in anticipation. Stop by at 3134 W Carefree Hwy., Suite A-10, Phoenix, AZ 85086.
- BoSa Donuts (Phoenix)
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Facebook/BoSa Donuts A local chain, BoSa Donuts has several locations across Phoenix. Some are open 24 hours, so look no further when that your midnight sweet tooth flares up. People rave about the apple fritters, but you really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Visit its website here to see a full list of locations.
- The Local Donut (Scottsdale)
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Facebook/The Local Donut Both traditional and fancy donuts fill the menu at this Scottsdale favorite, providing options to satisfy every palate. Try the Fruity Pebbles, Red Velvet, or a Nutella Croissant Donut. The Local Donut is located at 3213 Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251.
- 19th Donut Hole (Mesa)
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Facebook/19th Donut Hole Flying under the radar, 19th Donut Hole is one of Mesa’s most underrated donut shops. Croissant donuts are definitely the best menu option, but these mini cinnamon rolls are a close second. You’ll find the store at 116 N Lindsay Rd. #17, Mesa, AZ 85213.
- La Estrella Bakery (Tucson)
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Facebook/La Estrella Bakery This unique bakery specializes in traditional Mexican treats, including some creative takes on your average donut. There are two locations in Tucson: 5266 S. 12th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85706 and 100 S. Avenida Del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745. For more information, including a peek at the pastries, check out La Estrella Bakery’s website here.
- Le Cave’s Bakery (Tucson)
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Flickr/e_hmmm Although it has since changed locations from the photo shown above, Le Cave’s has been dishing out some of Arizona’s freshest, most delicious donuts for nearly a century. Whether you’re vegan, gluten-free, or neither, these gigantic pastries are sure to hit the spot. Come experience tradition at 3950 E 22nd St., Tucson, AZ 85711.
- Donut King (Tucson)
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Flickr/nineminutes Hiding inside this unassuming storefront are some of the most amazing donuts you’ll ever taste. They’re fluffy, have just the right amount of sugar, and teach us a valuable lesson about not judging a book by its cover (or a donut shop by its facade). Give donut king a try at 150 W Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85705.
- The Donut Corral (Yuma)
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Facebook/Donut Corral Get in touch with your inner child at The Donut Corral. Offering whimsical colors, unique flavors, and plenty of other breakfast options (like tasty kolaches), you’ll have a hard time deciding what to order! The shop is located at 11411 S Fortuna Rd. #207, Yuma, AZ 85367.
How many of these donut shops have you been to? Which one is your favorite? Tell us your thoughts and what other places you’d add to the list in the comments below!
Google Maps
The Google Map with exact directions and addresses can be found here. Enjoy!
Foursquare/Alan F.
Foursquare/FrecklesUSA
Take your taste buds on an overseas culinary journey at this quaint Flagstaff bakery. All the goodies are made from scratch with zero preservatives and love as the main ingredient. Come see what the hype is about at 14 S. Beaver St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001.
TripAdvisor/FlipFlopWanderer
Facebook/Desert Donuts
This family-owned and operated shop has been serving Phoenix since 2013. Scrumptious flavors like Caramel Pretzel, Pecan Pie, and Maple Bacon are guaranteed to make your mouth water in anticipation. Stop by at 3134 W Carefree Hwy., Suite A-10, Phoenix, AZ 85086.
Facebook/BoSa Donuts
A local chain, BoSa Donuts has several locations across Phoenix. Some are open 24 hours, so look no further when that your midnight sweet tooth flares up. People rave about the apple fritters, but you really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Visit its website here to see a full list of locations.
Facebook/The Local Donut
Both traditional and fancy donuts fill the menu at this Scottsdale favorite, providing options to satisfy every palate. Try the Fruity Pebbles, Red Velvet, or a Nutella Croissant Donut. The Local Donut is located at 3213 Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251.
Google/Carefree 1AZ
Facebook/19th Donut Hole
Flying under the radar, 19th Donut Hole is one of Mesa’s most underrated donut shops. Croissant donuts are definitely the best menu option, but these mini cinnamon rolls are a close second. You’ll find the store at 116 N Lindsay Rd. #17, Mesa, AZ 85213.
La Estrella Bakery/Facebook
Facebook/La Estrella Bakery
This unique bakery specializes in traditional Mexican treats, including some creative takes on your average donut. There are two locations in Tucson: 5266 S. 12th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85706 and 100 S. Avenida Del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745. For more information, including a peek at the pastries, check out La Estrella Bakery’s website here.
TripAdvisor/AJVaughnDOTcom
Flickr/e_hmmm
Although it has since changed locations from the photo shown above, Le Cave’s has been dishing out some of Arizona’s freshest, most delicious donuts for nearly a century. Whether you’re vegan, gluten-free, or neither, these gigantic pastries are sure to hit the spot. Come experience tradition at 3950 E 22nd St., Tucson, AZ 85711.
Flickr/nineminutes
Hiding inside this unassuming storefront are some of the most amazing donuts you’ll ever taste. They’re fluffy, have just the right amount of sugar, and teach us a valuable lesson about not judging a book by its cover (or a donut shop by its facade). Give donut king a try at 150 W Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85705.
TripAdvisor/Lornen2013
Facebook/Donut Corral
Get in touch with your inner child at The Donut Corral. Offering whimsical colors, unique flavors, and plenty of other breakfast options (like tasty kolaches), you’ll have a hard time deciding what to order! The shop is located at 11411 S Fortuna Rd. #207, Yuma, AZ 85367.
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