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.

The ham and cheese croissant is by far the best thing on the menu. They bake the ham and cheese…read moreINSIDE the croissant. Just ask them to heat it before you check out. The donuts are good, too. The service is lacking a bit of personality and friendliness, but the delicious treats make up for it.

Ordered a Boston creme donut. Got a donut without any chocolate on top. How do you guys not know…read morewhat a Boston creme donut is it also had a weird chemical taste to it. This place used to be great but has gone downhill recently.

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.

Small quaint donut shop. I tried out this place after seeing all the fun donuts they make on…read moreInstagram. Today when I arrived there were very few donuts to really choose from that were outside of the original glaze. Blackberry butter- 3/5 topping was great, but it was literally just sitting on top. So once you ate the top of the donut the rest was just bread. Toasted Butter Pecan- 2/5 not a fan considering the excessive amount of chewing it required from whatever covered the donut. Service was prompt and the employees were very friendly and helpful. I DONUT (pun intended) about you, but I will go back and give it another try in hopes to try some other specialty donuts. It seems that getting there early is the best way to ensure a variety is available.

They made me a 30 out of donut holes for my birthday, and they were the perfect birthday treat!…read moreThey were delicious, fun, and the perfect size for sharing with all of my loved ones. Everyone absolutely enjoyed them, and they made my birthday feel even more special. The ordering process was so easy, and pickup was quick and convenient. I really appreciated how simple everything was from start to finish. I would definitely order from them again for another celebration or special occasion!

This is a cute doughnut shop with lots of seating. The bathrooms were clean and kept up. The…read morestaff were really helpful and friendly. The doughnuts were really good, especially the dough part. The icing was sometimes a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still quite 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.

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!

Let's make this review simple here. Donuts, good. Chocolate milk, good. Coffee, good. The donuts in…read morequestion; glazed, chocolate, chocolate long john, and apple fritter. The coffee was the iced caramel and my perfect angel aka my girlfriend said it was phenomenal. We pulled into the drive through, immediately greeted with a smile and got our order instantly. I come from a town in Kentucky that is known for having some of if not the greatest doughnuts in history and these are right up there with them! I would also like to add that the pricing is great in this economy as well.

Yummy donuts! Perfectly soft, sweet, fresh and delicious! Very friendly staff! Would highly…read morerecommend you stop in!

Yelp says closed but they were open, didn't have much to choose, they were almost out, did choose a…read morechocolate bar which was pretty good, an old fashioned plain donut which was ok and a pecan apple fritter which was ok. They didn't have coffee, said the outlet they want to put the coffee in doesn't work, said they need to place a new circuit panel in the panel board. Hope they can get it done, shop definitely needs coffee.

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.

These doughnuts were amazing. I love they offer smaller size, with a variety, for the kids to pick…read moreand have their own - made the experience that much more enjoyable for a family. The flavors were exquisite. Nothing too sweet and the base doughnut was well made. Well done.

Walked over after church and only waited a few minutes. We opted for the smaller minis so we could…read moreenjoy a few flavors, and then got the lemon cheesecake specialty one. Everything was delicious! We didn't have them this time but the gluten-friendly options are appreciated. The service was efficient, the prices were as expected. There is some outdoor seating if you wanted to stick around and enjoy your donuts right away. The inside is cute - can be a little crowded at peak times but they have a flow that works.

Best donuts ever! I would rate these better than a fresh…read moreKrispy Kreme and even better than Ralph's. The dough was light and crispy but not oily and it didn't leave any greasy feeling in the mouth. Can't wait to go thru Sparta again for more donuts.

According to online reviews, this tasty little Asian-owned donut shop in Sparta is the highest…read morerated dessert item in the entire state of Tennessee on Highway 70. That particular road runs through Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville. And while I was completing my bucket list goal of driving the entirety of Highway 70 from Arizona to the Atlantic Ocean, this was a must-see food destination. And CH did not disappoint. The glazed donuts are so light, so pure, so soft and perfect! The maple is the most uniquely flavored version of this donut I've ever eaten, very intriguing indeed and quite delicious! It's a lovely little shop with excellent customer service! And if you're driving through Sparta at breakfast or brunch, definitely stop by!