The Donut Palace has carved out a loyal following with its no-nonsense, fresh-every-morning lineup of glazed rings, cake donuts, and stuffed pastries. Locals especially love the pillowy kolaches stuffed with sausage and cheese, which make it more than just a sweets stop. Friendly, fast service and prices that keep a dozen within reach make it a go-to for families grabbing Read more…

Perched at 6535 Kingston Pike in Bearden Hill, Status Dough is where Knoxville’s donut game gets seriously elevated. Think small-batch, artisanal doughnuts—old-fashioned crullers, rich cake, light raised yeasts, and specialty pieces like apple fritters and vegan snickerdoodle gems that draw raves for their crunch-meets-tender balance. Their coffee menu? Oh, it’s not just a sidekick—you’ll find the likes of honey cold Read more…

The Ultimate Doughnut Shop is a family-run gem serving up daily-made classics and imaginative specials—from frosted doughnuts and kolaches to croissants, bagels, and inventive doughnut sandwiches filled with bacon or sausage, egg, and cheese. The shop regularly earns rave reviews—think a near-perfect 4.9 rating—for its consistently fresh batches, friendly service, and the standout “Crough-nut” (the croissant-doughnut hybrid that made heads Read more…