6 of the Best Local Doughnut Shops to Try
Sometimes, it’s hard to know exactly what you want when you’re looking to make special breakfast plans in the morning. But you know what’s not hard? Finding a delish doughnut in Richmond.
The next time you’re debating how to start your Saturday or Sunday (or any other day, TBH), go with an old classic — the doughnut is the only circle of trust you’ll ever *really* need.
— by Kelsey Heintz, Managing Editor
The Treat Shop
Quite possibly our favorite local doughnut spot, The Treat Shop is our go-to when that sweet-and-fried-cake craving hits. They *also* serve funnel cakes, seasonal somethings (like candy apples and cotton candy), breakfast sandwiches, and lots more.
Location: (Forest Hill and Midlothian)
Hours: Found here
Country Style Donuts
As classic as classic gets. Visit Country Style Donuts when it’s that no-frills, original vibe you’re going for.
Location: 4300 Williamsburg Rd and 8900 W Broad St (East End and Henrico)
Hours: Found here
Diablo Doughnuts RVA
“Sinfully delicious doughnuts,” they say — and they’re not wrong. Diablo offers all kinds of thicc options, and this shop serves locally brewed Ironclad coffee to wash it all down.
Location: 1090 Virginia Center Pkwy Suite 105 (Glen Allen)
Hours: Found here
First Stop Donuts
When you’re perusing the amazing finds at RVA Big Farmers Market or South of the James Market, make sure you pencil in a pit-stop here. First Stop is RVA’s cider donut bus, and it’s a can’t-miss during your Satuday and Sunday market shopping.
Location: Varies; check the schedj here
Hours: Found here
Li'l Somethin' Sweet
You’ll find this doughnut stand at the West End Farmers Market on Saturdays. Based on that universal craving for “a li’l somethin’ sweet” you get after every good meal, this spot has what you need for dessert.
Location: 13000 Gayton Rd (West End)
Hours: Found here
Oh! Mochi
Combining American doughnuts with Japanese mochi, this spot offers unique flavors, like matcha and ube, along with the classics, like chocolate.
Location: 900 W Franklin St (VCU)
Hours: Found here
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