With an impressive 4.77 rating across all user-driven platforms online (108 total votes and…read morecounting), you would imagine Fresh Donuts would live up to the hype. On paper - actually on an Excel spreadsheet I created - those scores rank them as the third best donuts in Middle Tennessee! Having now eaten at the entire top 25 donut spots, I can provide my impartial review. I found this tiny, unassuming shop in a strip mall with no sign. Unlabeled with a lackluster, no-frills interior, you'll find the secret store adjacent to a Fantastic Sam's southwest of downtown Columbia. In the first few bites, I realized that the donuts at Fresh Donuts were shockingly mediocre for such lofty ratings. But you must consider that a Columbia 4.77 isn't a Nashville 4.77. In a smaller town with fewer bakery options, ratings are always going to be skewed higher. That's true throughout the country. To pull off a 4.77 in Nashville is nearly impossible unless you have a really special product that distinguishes itself among some serious competition! So you must temper your expectations in a town of fewer than 50,000. The maple frosted donut here, my favorite donut flavor, wasn't bad. But it struck me as average and unremarkable. The cinnamon twist wasn't as light and airy as some of the exemplary versions you'll find in Nashville, and the cinnamon was nearly undetectable. While the donuts were fresh even in the late afternoon with a dwindling supply, which is impressive and lives up to the name Fresh Donuts, I wouldn't make this a destination for Nashvillians who are thinking of driving an hour down to Columbia. If you happen to be in Columbia, yes, this is a good stop for donuts. But don't make a road trip out of it just to sample what are allegedly the third-best donuts in the region. They simply aren't what the ratings imply, and I made the trip so you wouldn't have to.

Vefy friendly and great donuts. I think someone was malicious marking it as closed. Good price…read moreand stays busy

This donuts are some of the best I have eaten. They are helpful when ordering and always have a…read moresmile. We go through the drive through regularly. My dog loves to go and get a plain glazed donut. His treat for being a good boy. My favorite is the strawberry cream cheese croissant.

These are my favorite donuts in the Nashville area. The blueberry cake donuts cannot be rivaled…read more Service is quick and the pricing is fair. If you're in Robertson County, give this place a try!

Best donuts in town. Always a favorite for my family! Service is great. I wish they had a way to…read moreorder online in advance.

How do I know these donuts are the best in the area? My husband and I were in the Jingo Java line…read moreand they recognized our donuts/croissant sandwich immediately! For the best experience at this no-frills spot, show up early for a wide selection! We ordered a variety including a twist, pink sprinkles, and sugared donut. They were all solid choices and I also added on a croissant breakfast sandwich. My sandwich was heavier than expected, not very flakey but more of a soft bun in a croissant shape. We heard their apple fritters were amazing when eaten hot and fresh, but sadly they were out by the time we arrived. We'll have to come earlier next time!

Manager and crew are untrustworthy. Waited almost 10 minutes for ice coffee. The smirk and rude…read morecomments made us not trust the integrity of the drinks or food. Will never return.

Went here for something like a Cinammon Roll which they don't really have got something that was…read morevery decent price was in the 2 $ range !I would get again also might try the apple fritter next time just because!I like Cinnamon Roll at Dickson Donuts it's good and on point could be bigger than what you pay for other problem no real donut shop on this side of Dickson which is a major downer !Could go to Cinna Bun at Pilot first off it's not a Cinnamon Roll hence the name second not user friendly in Pilot!

I've been looking for a donut place to make my favorite and I believe I found it. Everything was…read morefresh and decent prices. I got a jalapeño kolache and a red velvet donut. The breading was so airy and fluffy on my kolache and the sausage was huge. My donut was thick and moist like a delicious cake. Im so gonna make this drive for the goodness and the lady was nice and heated it without me asking.

Yesss!! Excited to see this place open up nearby. Freshly made donuts every day is the only way!…read moreChocolate covered, plain glazed, sprinkles, kolaches, apple fritter, so many more donuts - and, can't forget my favorite traditional style donuts! You may think I'm easily impressed by a simple donut. Well, maybe, but I have had some bad donuts. A new place that sells stale donuts will not be an establishment that I rate highly nor ever return to for donuts, especially if pricey! This place is not. As a matter of fact, I'd say that their prices are the most fair that I've seen in recent years (specifically, since the pandemic Covid-19 hit the USA)! So, yes, I will be back! Second visit today, I brought my dad with me. He is a fellow doughnut lover! Ha. He got himself a half dozen variety of donuts. Didn't get home before he ate one! Check them out, but some donuts for me! The owner said he closes shop once all the donuts are sold out. Opens at 5 am, but closing time varies.

This little shop has such a great selection of donuts. I let the employee know it was my first time…read morevisiting and she was extremely helpful. Even gave me a free red velvet cake donut to try! Definitely will be returning!

It's a small, family owned, hole in the wall in a strip mall. The proprietor was really nice and…read morepersonable! He gave us a warmed apple fritter to try. There are two tables to sit at, but isn't really a hangout spot (but you totally can!)

Went other day got a vanilla late and a strawberry donut which was on point I think next time will…read moreget latte extra hot keep up good work I walked in drive thru might be a more non connection way of doing it if that's ur kinda thang!

Service is always friendly and fast especially early weekend mornings which is when I usually stop…read morein. Really good iced coffee and donuts are always fresh. Drive through is wicked fast :) and as a former Bostonian I have a high bar for Dunks service and these guys are always among the nicest I've seen.

Freshness made daily…read more Stumped across this location and wow I was really impressed with the taste and service from this shop. The doughnuts were truly freshly made. Son was extra pleased to have such a variety of vegan donuts Well done and happy to add you to the list of places that are must stops in music city.

Parlor Doughnuts came up consistently on lists for the best donuts in Nashville, so naturally, I…read morehad to try them. I was in town for a work trip and was looking for something to bring to the office to share with my co-workers/friends. Since this was my first time trying Parlor, I had to get every flavor possible for research purposes, obviously. I loved the different fruit and chocolate-y options, and the unique combinations. Everyone at the office was excited about Parlor Doughnuts and enjoyed the variety. People were cutting the donuts into quarters to try as many as possible. The shop is cute, and there's plenty of parking in their lot or on the street. You can pre-order online and pick-up whenever convenient for you!

WOULDN'T RECOMMEND! Our first time coming here and won't go back! First off why are the donuts…read moreserved in a styrofoam to go box? Also THE STAFF AND SERVICE WAS HORRIBLE. Thats the main reason they won't be getting my business again. We walked in and were not greeted. The girl behind the counter just stared at us, no words. I even told her "oh this is our first time here" hopefully prompting her to share what the flavors were or anything! I asked her about one of the flavors and all she did was stare at me and shake her head no. Again no words. Idk maybe customer service isn't taught here??? Also the place inside is kind of run down. Looks dingy. SIDE NOTE THIS IS IN FEBRUARY... Why do my donuts have thanksgiving sprinkles on them? LOL!

The breakfast burrito was great. Coffee is self made so I could add how much creamer and sugar I…read morewanted in my coffee. Services was fast they had my order ready. The atmosphere is good liked the sunlight shining through on a Sunday morning. Here's my cons. Some donuts were fresh and fluffy some were cold and not so fluffy but I think it's because we got there at 9:30am so by the time they open most of their donuts were already getting cold but! Most of their donut selection was getting slim. They were running out of donuts by the time they open and it was packed so that's a good thing! Just need to be here early before they open. Overall I give this place a 4/5 stars.

This bakery is unique beyond imagination. These are not your typical donuts. Somehow, they are…read moremade with 100 thin layers of dough, which gives them a light and fluffy texture and airiness. What's inside of them is even better, if you're blessed enough to try one of the icing-filled wonderful treats! Sweetened with coconut sugar, and infused with different flavors inside and out, some only on the outside, you will never forget your first taste of a Five Daughters donut. Visit their website to read about your endless choices of mouth-watering donut descriptions, and place your order at one of their many locations, one of which is bound to be close to you. And you can thank me later

Five Daughters is a cute spot for a pretty good donut…read more This location is takeout only, but the center area of The Factory has some tables and chairs. The shop is cutesy with pink walls and a little social media worthy photo op on one of the walls. Lines are hit or miss. I either walk by and nobody is there or it's a long line. I can't say service at this location has ever been noteworthy. It's more just moving people through the line. They offer mini and regular sized donuts. I love, love, love that they offer mini donuts. I've never been a big fan of their donuts, but the winter donuts may have changed my mind. My favorites have been Sugar Cookie and Gingerbread Latte. I enjoyed the buttery, flaky layers. I also grabbed an iced sugar cookie and that was delicious. For drinks they offer coffees and a case with sparkling waters, juice, and canned coffee. Five Daughters is worth a try if you find yourself near a location.