East Park Donuts Review – Searching for the Best Donuts in Nashville

elizabeth.demolat

2 May, 2022

East Park Donuts Review – Searching for the Best Donuts in Nashville

Brown butter and Mardi Gras donuts

Last updated 10/14/23

To me, there’s nothing better than starting the day off with donuts (or stopping by a donut shop for an afternoon treat). So clearly, I need to try all the donuts shops in and around Nashville to decide which donuts are the best. With a list of over 16 donut shops to try, I decided to start with East Park Donut in East Nashville.

I convinced my husband to come along with me. In our excitement over donuts, we showed up at East Park Donuts at 7:30 am Saturday morning. Exactly when East Park Donuts is listed as opening. The lights were still off in the storefront, and we saw people at work in the kitchen. Nashville does not really attract an early morning weekend crowd. Since we were so early, we were the only ones there when the staff unlocked the door.

A Fun Morning Hangout

Seating options

When it comes to ambiance, East Park Donuts is absolutely on it. We were there a little too early to hang out and take Instagram photos, but it would be a great place to meet up with a couple of friends.

I’ve heard that the margarita donut is the one to try at this shop. There weren’t any available, but we still found half a dozen delicious-looking donuts to try out. The donuts are all made-from-scratch. You can choose from regular donuts as well as gluten-friendly, vegan, keto, and paleo donuts, so there really is something for everyone.

The traditional flavors we tried were amazing. My favorite was the salted brown butter donut. The little hint of savory mixed with sweet was perfection.

The donut prices were slightly higher than I’ve seen at some other donut shops in East Nashville, but these were very substantial donuts. You’re getting more than just a sweet, puff of air you can devour in 5 seconds.

Would I recommend East Park Donuts?

Half a dozen donuts from East Park donuts

If you’re in East Nashville, I’d definitely say East Park Donuts are a good option. You can easily get a half dozen or dozen great-tasting donuts to go, or you can meet up with a friend and spend time sipping coffee or tea along with your sweet treats.

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Make sure to check my McGaugh’s Donuts review and Fox’s Donut Den review while you’re here.

East Park Donuts is located at 700 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206. Check out their website for opening hours and the menu plus online ordering.