There’s nothing like a trip to the local donut shop in the morning to get your weekend started off right, and fortunately, there are some fantastic donut shops throughout upstate New York that are worth the trip. Whether you’re a fan of wild new flavors or the time-tested classics, here are a few stops you should make on your search for the best donuts in upstate New York.

  1. Glazed and Confused (Syracuse)

Facebook/Glazed & Confused Syracuse Glazed and Confused in Syracuse is a great first stop for a donut journey through upstate New York. Unique flavors like the Dizzy Pig (maple glaze, bourbon sugar, and locally cured bacon) make this local favorite a must-visit.

Address: N Clinton St, Syracuse, NY 13204

Make sure to keep an eye out for the donut truck around town, and try a few of their “confused” flavors like the “Pardon My French Toast” and “The Cereal Killer.”

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  1. Darling Doughnuts (Saratoga Springs)

Facebook/Darling Doughnuts This Saratoga Springs shop features handcrafted donuts and an ever-changing menu of treats. Address: 441 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USA

Whether it’s raspberry lime or mint chocolate chip, this is a great place for donut fans to drop by to try some original flavors.

441 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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  1. Cider Belly Doughnuts (Albany)

Facebook/Cider Belly Doughnuts If you make a trip to Cider Belly, make sure you try the Ol’ Albany, a cider donut smothered in apple cider glaze. Address: 25 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207, USA

A trip to Albany merits a detour to Cider Belly Donuts, especially when they’re making Girl Scout cookie-flavored donuts!

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  1. Ridge Donut Cafe (Rochester, NY)

Facebook/Ridge Donut Cafe Experiencing the Elvis Donut might be a good enough reason alone to make a trip to Ridge Donut Cafe in Rochester, New York. It’s filled with banana cream, with peanut butter, crunchy bacon, and chocolate drizzle on top. Need we say more? Address:1600 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14621, USA

  1. Ramon’s Bakery (Utica)

Ramon/s Bakery Website You’ll find all kind of mouth-watering baked goods at Ramon’s, including half moons, donnolis and even tomato pies. But their old-fashioned donuts are one of their specialties and will likely give you a welcome dose of sweet nostalgia.

Address: 1256 Albany St, Utica, NY 13501

These are far from the only solid donut destinations in upstate New York. If you’re craving a good donut in Buffalo, head to Donut Craze or visit this hippie-themed pastry shop.

Facebook/Glazed & Confused Syracuse

Glazed and Confused in Syracuse is a great first stop for a donut journey through upstate New York. Unique flavors like the Dizzy Pig (maple glaze, bourbon sugar, and locally cured bacon) make this local favorite a must-visit.

Address: N Clinton St, Syracuse, NY 13204

Facebook/Darling Doughnuts

This Saratoga Springs shop features handcrafted donuts and an ever-changing menu of treats. Address: 441 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USA

Facebook/Cider Belly Doughnuts

If you make a trip to Cider Belly, make sure you try the Ol’ Albany, a cider donut smothered in apple cider glaze. Address: 25 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207, USA

Facebook/Ridge Donut Cafe

Experiencing the Elvis Donut might be a good enough reason alone to make a trip to Ridge Donut Cafe in Rochester, New York. It’s filled with banana cream, with peanut butter, crunchy bacon, and chocolate drizzle on top. Need we say more? Address:1600 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14621, USA

Ramon/s Bakery Website

You’ll find all kind of mouth-watering baked goods at Ramon’s, including half moons, donnolis and even tomato pies. But their old-fashioned donuts are one of their specialties and will likely give you a welcome dose of sweet nostalgia.

Address: 1256 Albany St, Utica, NY 13501

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Address: 441 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USAAddress: 25 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207, USAAddress: 1600 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14621, USAAddress: 1256 Albany St, Utica, NY 13501, USAAddress: N Clinton St, Syracuse, NY 13204, USA