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where to get the best donuts in the bradenton area
When you think of beach food, what comes to mind? Hoagies? Potato chips? What if we told you that you’re missing out on one of the best beach eats you’ve probably never considered—donuts. Think about it: they’re easy to carry, perfect for sharing (or not), and pair well with both coffee and sunshine. Whether you’re fueling up before a paddleboarding session or grabbing a dozen for your beach crew, these local donut shops are serving up some of the sweetest bites in the Bradenton Area. Here’s where to get your donut fix:
The Donut Experiment
Start with a blank canvas and create your own masterpiece. At The Donut Experiment, you build your donut from the glaze up—choose from toppings like fruity pebbles, bacon, or sea salt caramel drizzle. It’s a local favorite, and it’s just a short walk from the beach, which makes it dangerously convenient.
📍210C Pine Ave, Anna Maria
Turner Donut Shop
A Bradenton classic, Turner Donut Shop has serving up fresh donuts since the ’60s. Their specialty? Spudnuts—donuts made with potato flour that are light, fluffy, and seriously addictive. Locals have been lining up for these for decades, and once you try one, you’ll get why.
📍902 9th Ave W, Bradenton
Five-O Donut Co
With rotating flavors and a badge-worthy name, Five-O Donut Co. is anything but ordinary. You’ll find wild creations like cereal-topped donuts, over-the-top seasonal flavors, and even vegan options. Visit their Bradenton Area locations in West Bradenton, Ellenton and University Town Center and bring your donut game to the next level.
📍5942 34th St., Bradenton
📍2211 60th Ave. E., Ellenton
📍81 N. Cattlemen Rd., Sarasota
Mochinut
A mochi-donut hybrid that’s soft, chewy, and totally Instagram-worthy. These ring-shaped treats are made with rice flour, giving them a bouncy texture and slightly crispy edge. Flavors change often, so it’s worth checking back for new favorites.
📍4462 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton
Jack’s Donuts
New to the Bradenton Area but with decades of donut-making experience, Jack’s is known for its pillowy-soft donuts and fun twists on tradition. Try their signature tiger tail, or grab a few donut holes for the car ride to the coast.
📍6571 State Road 70 E., Bradenton
Things to Do
Dip your toes in sugar white sands, pull up a chair at local restaurants and immerse yourself in the easy pace of island life.
Eat & Drink
From Floribbean flavors to locally sourced ingredients, the Bradenton Area offers a delicious foodie scene that’s as unforgettable as its sunsets.