Grand Rapids Donut Shop Bucket List
Doughnut or donut, whether the sweet, deep-fried cakes got their name from looking like a crunchy, wrinkly walnut when they had been fried. Or, because bakers added nuts to the dough to add flavor. One thing is certain: there is no shortage of delicious doughnuts in Grand Rapids. West Michigan offers a perfect balance of the classics and unique doughnut creations to satisfy any sweet tooth. This list of some of the best donuts in Grand Rapids is sure to spark some sweet cravings.
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Marge’s Donut Den
When it comes to testimonials on Marge’s Donut Den, fellow doughnut lovers are raving. The community can’t seem to recommend this bakery enough. Marge’s Donut Den has been making donuts and baked goods since 1975. Their slogan is “Quality Comes First,” and they have developed a loyal following of customers who believe that Marge makes the best donuts anywhere. The donuts are made fresh daily, and the ingredients are always high quality. Marge takes pride in her work, and it shows in the delicious donuts that she produces.
Sandy’s Donuts
Next on the list is the famous, Sandy’s Donuts. Sandy’s Donuts is a simple spot offering classic donuts made from scratch. Many of the business reviews highlight the wonderful customer service, even when the line is out the door. The mere fact that the line is so long that it goes out the door, is a sure sign that Sandy’s has some pretty darn good doughnuts. Sandys is for sure, a Westside Grand Rapids staple.
Sprinkles Donut Shop
Sprinkle’s Donut Shop is a family-owned bakery that makes its donuts, icings, and fillings fresh every day. It is no surprise that Sprinkles Donut Shop has been a community staple in West Michigan since 2014. They also enjoy supporting other local businesses and order the flour from King Milling Company in Lowell. The owner’s father would say, “A donut is more than flour, sugar, and water…it takes equal part love and experience with a dash of good old-fashioned intuition.”
Cindy’s Donuts & Ice Cream
Cindy’s Donuts & Ice Cream is somewhat of a delicious fresh homemade donut paradise. This tasty bakery serves up some delicious hot chocolate, cappuccino, Ferris coffee, and Hudsonville ice cream. It also looks like Cindy’s breakfast sandwiches are really very good as well! Cindy’s Donuts offers a warm friendly atmosphere, with delicious treats to satisfy any sweet tooth!
Phoenix Rising Bakery
The rose petal and fritter donuts seem to be a big hit at Phoenix Rising Bakery. The donuts have been baked fresh daily since 1999 at this family owned bakery. Phoenix Rising Bakery is located in Cutlerville, just 15 minutes south of downtown Grand Rapids, and local donut aficionados say it’s well worth the drive. Facebook users are lavish with their praise: “Classic donuts done perfectly” is the judgment of Julie D. “Literally the absolute best!!!!” writes Brandi M. Phoenix offers fresh coffee to go with your donuts, including a refreshing Vietnamese Iced Coffee.
Van’s Pastry Shoppe
You may recognize this bakery from the collection of Disney themed cookie jars in the window. This bakery feels like you are stepping back in time in the best way possible. Van’s bakery makes their breads, donuts, english muffins and cakes in house daily. The first Van’s Bakery was opened in 1924, and has been located on Fulton Street since the 1930’s. It is pretty amazing that Van’s Pastry is now in the 4th Generation of ownership.
Steenstra’s Royal Dutch Bakery
Steenstra’s offers delicious cakes, breads, cookies, rolls and beautiful wedding cakes. This local, family-owned and operated bakery has been creating homemade, preservative-free treats since 1953. What really makes this Grand Rapids bakery special is that all of the recipes have been passed down through family from generation to generation. Their menu offers a complete range of options. Jess G. shared his love for this bakery on Facebook, “My family has been going here literally all my life! I love this place and try to stop by whenever I’m in town to get a treat!”‘
Bro’s Doughs
The donuts at Bro’s Doughs donut shop are mini so you don’t have to settle for just one flavor. Now that is true donut innovation at its finest. The donuts are fried right there just for you when you walk in the door. I mean, what really is better than a still warm donut? They offer 50 different flavors to choose from, as well as delivery and catering. The seasonal donut flavors always look so delicious.
Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery
This is a super fun family friendly spot to stop for warm donuts and coffee. Robinette’s Apple Haus is so much more than just a donut shop, but their year round donuts are so good, they make the donut bucket list. At lunch, indulge in a soup or sandwich outside at one of our picnic tables or the play area. They also offer seasonal fruit picking, petting zoo, horse-drawn wagon rides, corn maze and more.
Bostwick Bakery & Coffee Shop
Along with many donuts, cookies and pastries, Bostwick Bakery and Coffee Shop also offer breakfast sandwiches and a tasty lunch menu too! Bostwick’s has a low key family friendly atmosphere filled with a variety of treats. The sandwiches are made with their homemade sweet rolls, and the donuts are huge!
Rise Authentic Baking Co.
Rise Authentic Baking Co. is settled in the heart of the West Side of Grand Rapids. This beautiful neighborhood bakery and coffee barRise Rise Authentic Baking Co. is an entirely gluten free, vegan, and soy free bakery, free from all artificial flavors and dyes. The menu displays a wide variety of pastries, cakes, and tarts, as well as a savory menu of sandwiches, smoothies, and more, for in the shop or on the go. This is a great spot to stop by for breakfast or lunch, or even early dinner, they are open until 5pm. Need another excuse to get a donut? They offer punch cards ,Buy 9 donuts, get the 10th free!
Grand Rapids is full of amazingly delicious bakeries. What sounds better? Trying the mini donuts at Bro’s Dough’s or checking out the savory menu at Rise Authentic Baking Co.? I think the only way to find your next favorite donut shop is to try them all. Yeast donuts at Marges. Cake donuts at Sandies. Classic donuts at Cindies.
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Jasmine Jelsema
Jasmine Jelsema is a writer, artist, and healer whose passion is to nourish spirits, enrich souls and inspire minds. After living in Washington State for 10 years, she has returned to her roots in West Michigan to create and share positive light. It is her hope to inspire you to find the magic in everyday.
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