For over 60 years, one small donut shop on University Boulevard has been making Jacksonville mornings a little sweeter.
Donut Shoppe opened its doors in 1962 and has been serving up fresh, handmade donuts ever since. While fancy donut chains come and go, this cash-only gem keeps winning hearts with simple recipes, early morning hours, and those famous “uglies” that locals can’t stop talking about.
A Jacksonville Donut Institution Since 1962
Opening a donut shop in 1962 meant something different back then. There were no flashy marketing campaigns or social media hype—just good donuts made fresh every morning. Donut Shoppe has kept that same approach for more than six decades, earning its place as one of Jacksonville’s oldest continuously operating bakeries.
What started as a neighborhood spot has grown into a citywide destination. People drive from all over Jacksonville and beyond just to grab a box of these classic treats…