Renowned donut brand introduces fresh donuts, tasty kolaches and a speedy drive-thru to Tampa Bay area
December 10, 2025 // Franchising.com // TAMPA, Fla.– Shipley Donuts, the nation’s largest and oldest brand of fresh, handmade daily donuts and kolaches, founded in 1936, will open its first Clearwater location on Dec. 15 at 4004 Ulmerton Road, bringing its signature menu offerings to Tampa Bay.
Under a multi-unit development partnership with Virentes Hospitality, the new location is situated just west of Carillon Business Park, directly across from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport…