Donut lovers, rejoice—Friday, June 2nd is National Donut Day!
In celebration of this incredibly important day, we’re providing a list of must-try donut places in and around Victoria.
So, don’t bother with the excuses, get yourself that circular, icing-crazed treat. Go nuts, get a box to “share.”
Take it further and go donut shop hopping and try the wildest flavour you find at each place!
Here are 7 donut shops to visit this Friday, June 2nd (or whenever you feel the need for a delicious treat):
Frickin’ Delights
Described as unique, beautifully displayed, vegan, and bursting with flavours that never disappoint!
It’s run and operated by the same people that own it, so you know you’ll get that local cozy feeling too.
- Where: 632 Yates Street
- When:
- Wednesday — Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Rhino Coffee House Langford
Rhino is known for their community involvement as well as their delicious donuts and coffee!
Every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. they host a Mommy Happy Hour — where all motherly figures are welcome to come in and enjoy a treat (with deals on coffee!).
- Where: 2840 Peatt Road Unit 111, Langford
- When: Open 7 days a week
- Monday — Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Empire Donuts
Don’t get just one, order a whole mix-and-match box full of different tastes and textures!
Located on both View Street and Cook Street.
- Where:
- 736 View Street
- 230 Cook Street #109
- When:
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- Wednesday — Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Yonni’s Doughnuts
This donut shop is a part of the Discovery Coffee family!
They provide fresh, quality donuts made from their original, mastered recipes and deliver them to their Discovery locations every day.
- Where: 660 Discovery Street
- When: Open 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Esquimalt Bake Shop
Located in Esquimalt Plaza, this pastry shop is known for their famous Apple Fritters and Raspberry Jam Filled donuts!
Take home a donut and another one of their delicious pastry treats.
- Where: 1153 Esquimalt Rd #21
- When: Monday — Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fern Cafe and Bakery
Local and vegan! This cute cafe offers a wide variety of menu items — coffee, lunches, and other pastry goodness.
- Where: 1115 North Park Street #1
- When: Open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sidney Bakery Ltd.
Owned by Mike and Colleen Hay, this family owned business has been crafting and mastering mouth-watering recipes for over 70 years.
This sought-after bakery always has a line, and for good reason!
- Where: 2507 Beacon Avenue, Sidney
- When: Tuesday — Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Did we miss your favourite donut spot? Let us know in the comment section below!
