4 Places to Celebrate National Doughnut Day in Rhode Island
Looking for a sweet treat? Grab a bite at one of these local spots and get your sugar fix.
Who doesn’t love those sugary halos sent from heaven? Whether you have them with coffee, as a well-deserved treat, or even as an ice cream sandwich, there is much to celebrate about doughnuts. Luckily for you, Rhode Island boasts an abundance of gourmet doughnut shops that will make all of your confectionary dreams come true.
Allie’s Donuts
first opened in June of 1968, the local hot-spot has been a Rhode Island favorite ever since. Behind its iconic purple door and pink trim is a selection of sprinkled doughnuts and cinnamon rolls ready to be paired with a cup of hot coffee. This family owned-and-operated shop offers all the classics and more, all hand cut and dipped. November is here, meaning a new specialty doughnut has been added to the Allie’s menu for you to try: the maple-glazed cruller. Note: Allie’s is still a cash-only facility, so hit the ATM on your way over.
Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 6 a.m.–2 p.m.
Details: 3661 Quaker Ln., North Kingstown, instagram.com/alliesdonutsofficial
KNEAD Doughnuts
Sample the rich flavors of Knead Doughnuts, which have a crisp exterior and tender interior. Using local ingredients, KNEAD doughnuts is committed to bringing you treats made from scratch each morning, including vegan and flourless options to give every diet preference a chance to try their creations. Try seasonal specialties like pumpkin chai, caramel apple and brown butter pecan; go bold with PB&J (Saturdays and Sundays only) and strawberry pop-tart; or or play it safe with tamer — yet just as delicious — flavors like vanilla glaze and chocolate frosted.
Hours: Elmgrove Ave. and Smith St.: Daily, 7 a.m.–2 p.m.; Cromwell St.: Friday through Sunday, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Details: 139 Elmgrove Ave., Providence; 55 Cromwell St., Providence; 900 Smith St., Providence, kneaddoughnuts.com
RI Homemade Donuts
RI Homemade Donuts was welcomed to Johnston with a grand opening in August 2022. The shop quickly climbed into the hearts of locals with its selection of light and airy treats topped in frosting and an assortment of iconic cereals and sprinkles. Inside, grab a photo op with a doughnut-decorated backdrop while trying one of their newest flavors.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
Details: 1500 Atwood Ave., Johnston, facebook.com/rihomemadedonuts
Glaze’n Daze Donuts
Some of the softest and lightest doughnuts in Rhode Island are handmade from scratch every morning at this customer-favorite shop in Johnston. Gourmet doughnuts include various cereal toppings like Fruity Pebbles and Cinnamon Toast Crunch, or flavored cream fillings like hazelnut or cream cheese. There is something for everyone at this beloved local spot.
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 7 a.m.–1 p.m.
The details: 39 Greenville Ave., Johnston, glaze-n-daze-donuts.square.site
