Over the years on these vacations Toby and I have stopped in a handful of donut shops we were told…read morewere the best in the area. Whether it's wanting to take a break from the large platters we have in the morning usually on these trips are just genuinely craving something sweet, most donut shops are just okay. Ralphs was a genuine find. Not only was the glazed exactly like in an old-fashioned--the sourdough taste and such good nook and crannies texture-wise--but that maple bar was probably the best one I've ever eaten. The donut was soft and pillowy with a good chew to it. But that maple topping was like the perfect texture; it was runny but still had real heft to it. It was like someone put pure molten maple on top and if you shook it too hard like a wet dog it would all just go flying. Every bite I wish I could repeat because it was a donut that seemed to go by too fast. The counter person couldn't have been more friendly. She was like tidal wave of warmth and kindness to us. I wish all folks who worked morning shifts could be this nice. The ambiance was good. It was a little tiny with the counter space. But the fact it is a donut shop and not a restaurant makes the fact they could pack in twenty or so seats at all amazing. And of course they'd be packed with customers sitting shoulder-to-shoulder. If I lived close to a donut shop like this , I'd want to come every morning for my donuts and coffee. I'd definitely get fat here. Overall, this is my ideal donut shop. There's a reason we made the 60 mile drive here for a few donuts and milk, and then drove 60 miles back to the hotel. There are just some donut joints that are worth a 120-mile donut run.

There are few places left that I have been that truly evoke nostalgia. The kind of nostalgia that…read moreeven my granny would identify with. A slower pace. An old Coca Cola menu board. The smell of fresh yeast and powdered sugar. Ralphs. Please never change. Not the original donut cases. Not the recipes. Nothing. We drove all the way from Nashville to Cookeville for the privilege of buying a dozen of these heavenly donuts. Nothing inventive really. But a flavor profile that wins every time.

These donuts are incredible. I didn't even take a picture of the donut because they were gobbled up…read moreso fast! We had the creamsicle donut and a cream filled donut. The iced coffee was on the sweeter side but I like my coffee sweet. It seemed a little too sweet with the donuts but I'm not complaining at all because it was delish! I will say that you had to get here earlier to get the pick of the litter. I got there around 10:30 on a Wednesday and there wasn't a huge plethora of options. It was about a mile off the exit so a perfect pit stop between Nashville and Chattanooga! Overall, I will choose to go here again whether it's for the coffee or the donuts!

Always fresh and delicious! Luckily they are located near our house, so it's easy to stop in and…read moregrab some donuts on a weekend or when we have our granddaughter. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Establishment is clean and welcoming.

Big O's are the absolutely best there is period they never disappoint every time I visit Cookeville…read moreI get Big O. And I always take some home to Chicago minimum 2 dozen

Ok so got our first taste of the donut war (Big Os vs Ralph's)! Me and my girlfriend got the…read morecinnamon crumb donut from big Os. Oh will I say it was delicious... the donut was airy with a good crunch from the topping. We got a differnt donut from Ralph's so will have do test on Ralph's cinnamon donut, but with the donut we got there big Os out scored it by a mile!!The outside of big Os may be off putting to some, but once inside totally worth it!

Amazing donuts! Like eating air! Could eat a dozen and not even realize it! Service is great and…read morevery friendly.

This is a great donut shop. It's a classic hole in the wall place with amazing donuts, highly…read morerecommended. My only complaint is that still in 2025 (last time I went at lest) it was cash only. It's fine if you're prepared but they have lost a ton of my business due to this. Other than that nuance it's very good.

Came here from Indiana, and the whole 6 hour trip was worth it just to be able to lay my hands on…read moreone their DELICIOUS, NUTRITIOUS, HUNKY club croissant sandwich! Genuinely one of the best sandwiches I have ever had the pleasure to place into my gullet. Two of my gal pals and one of my big boy friends had the ham and cheese croissant. Seeing their faces light up as soon as they tasted the perfectly flaky, creamy, savory, ham combined with the cheese made my entire trip. Don't even get me started on the costumer service!! A mother and daughter served us and were both incredibly helpful in our choices and very fast with getting everything out. Overall best experience I have had in a while and the nutcrackers oh man the nutcrackers. As a nutcracker consumer myself seeing their collection brightened my day!! Hello Welcome!

Love Smithville donuts. The owner is always so kind and friendly. I work in Nashville and on…read moreFriday's love to spoil my employee and take them donuts. I have tried several from home to work and have found by far this is the best donut shop. Great selection and always fresh. I have to look no further on where I will get donuts.

Ridiculous prices. Gone through the roof. "Special" pricing on donuts that used to be part of a…read morenormal dozen. "Donuts on bottom cost this, donuts in the middle cost this, donuts on top shelf cost this." You look at the pricing board behind her and its so long and convoluted you just shake your head. They just lost a customer.

Doughnuts are always so good that's why I hate to give them only one star. Service has always been…read moregood too when I came but the girl at the front was being rude today. I was trying to pick some doughnuts up before going to a funeral and had a question. The girl was turned around so I said excuse me, I waited because I couldn't see if she was busy but thought she didn't hear me so I said it again. Turns out she was ignoring me so she could finish something on her phone. A simple" just one second " would have sufficed. She turned around, cut her eyes at me and gave me a look as if I was bothering her. I just had to walk out. It was already a rough morning as I had been preparing for a funeral and this just made it 10x worse. Sad to say but I won't back off of this alone.

Excellent place for donuts and breakfast bites. Beyond donuts, they serve kolaches and breakfast…read moremuffins/bagels. We enjoyed everything we ate. As the goods are fresh, the bread was still light. The cake donut was much to my liking as it hadn't absorbed too much oil. Top marks on the bear claw - just the right amount of apple filling. A twist on cheesecake, the jelly filled donuts have a cream cheese with jelly option. Pretty good. The fillings were flavorful and avoided having too much filling and were therefore not too sugary sweet. There are a few tables for eating in, however most of the traffic is to go. Only a mile off the interstate it is easy to get to.

Do not go here. The lady is extremely rude and has no personality, given what she's doing. The…read moredining room looks dirty just as much as she does. She appeared from the back room and didn't wash her hands or put gloves on when I ordered the donut. As I was checking out she informed me with an attitude minimum card amount is $3. Had she presented herself better and the place looked clean, I may have made the minimum amount.