Did you know that Rochester, NY is the #2 city in the US for Donut Lovers? That’s according to Rent.com and it’s tough to argue considering how many great family-owned and operated shops we have here in our backyard.

If you were wondering what Rochester’s Best Doughnut Shops are YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE. We’ve done the math and come up with the definitive rankings for confectionary goodness here in the 585.

AB Team Point System

 TOP 5 DOUGHNUT SHOPS IN ROCHESTER

5. Schutt's Apple Mill (5 Points)

Rochester's Best Winner (2017)

While there may be some arguing that fried cakes aren't technically doughnuts, there's no debating about how amazing the homemade fried cakes are at Schutt's Apple Mill. Located at 1063 Plank Road Webster, NY 14580 this Webster staple has been serving up delicious apples and sweet cider for over 100 years! Their blueberry and cherry fried cakes are a must-try!

4. [CLOSED] Misfit Doughnuts & Treats (8 Points)

Rochester's Best Nominee (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017)

Sadly, the South Wedge favorite Misfit Doughnuts and Treats closed last year but we still wanted to give them a mention here for having an incredible run with many great reviews and thousands of happy customers.

3. Boxcar (9 Points)

Rochester's Best Nominee (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017), Community Choice Nominee (2021)

Delicious handcrafted donuts, amazing specialty coffee, tasty cocktail options, and quality beer selections... What more could you possibly ask for? The next time you're headed to the public market make a quick detour to Boxcar Donuts and grab some freshly made treats! 

2. Donuts Delite (11 Points)

Rochester's Best Winner (2018),  Rochester's Best Nominee (2021, 2020, 2019, 2017), Community Choice Nominee (2021, 2020)  

The home of the Original Cannoli Donut, Donuts Delite is a bucket list destination for anyone in America calling themself a Donut Lover. They have been at it since 1958 and have had some viral donuts including the "Dr. Fauci" but if eating someone's face isn't your thing, may we recommend a "Lobster-Sized" Apple Fritter?

1. Ridge Donut Cafe (15 Points)

Rochester's Best Winner (2021, 2020, 2019), Rochester's Best Nominee (2018, 2017), Community Choice Award Winner (2021, 2020)

Rochester's number one donut shop is Ridge Donut Cafe. Locally owned and operated for 45 years this Irondequoit, and serving up breakfast all day, Ridge Donut is the definition of a mom-and-pop shop. They have a huge selection of delicious pastries and are always featuring a new seasonal treat to enjoy. For example, for the holidays they had a Sugar Cooke Donut and for Halloween, they had a Peanut butter fluff donut. You really can't go wrong at Ridge Donut but our favorite around the office is the handcut glaze!