Duck Donuts
500 Hunt Club Dr, Duck, NC
Crema's Take
“Watch your custom donut get made fresh right before your eyes at this Outer Banks spot, where the real magic is in the density and flavor intensity—these are decidedly not your average chain donuts, with creative glazes and fillings that justify the smaller size. The customization options can feel overwhelming at first, but regulars swear by the experience, and they've even nailed their seasonal coffee drinks like a surprisingly balanced pumpkin spice latte that doesn't overshadow the coffee itself. Just note that consistency can be hit or miss depending on the day, so you might want to visit when they're in their rhythm rather than during a rush.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. A slow-sit spot, quick-grab. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
Wonderful customizable donuts on Memorial day! I tried a half dozen variety and every selection was bursting with flavor. The donuts are smaller in diameter than chain stores, but very dense and filling. They are very liberal with the toppings as well. The service was quick for…
We stopped at another Duck Donuts location while visiting the Outer Banks and once again it absolutely lived up to the hype. Watching the donuts being made fresh right in front of you is half the fun, and the smell alone is enough to pull you through the door. Every donut came…
Really disappointing experience at this location. The chocolate, lemon, and maple glazes were super gritty. The chocolate looked like it had been overheated. They gave us two of the wrong donuts. I don’t think I’ve ever given a negative food review until now, but I feel like the…
The best donuts of course, but I was throughly surprised by how yummy the PSL was! It is not too cinnamon-y as most are made and it's still packed with a great coffee flavor! I want to add the staff is so friendly and accommodating. They saw my Hands full, came all the way from…
My wife wouldn’t stop talking about these donuts since we arrived. I finally stopped in and picked up a dozen. They have so many different options available which is a bit overwhelming at first but you’re unlikely to not find something you’d enjoy. We arrived right as they…
Crema Reviews
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