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    Bright Spot Donuts

    4.3 (59 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Iced americano and breakfast croissant
    Joel K.

    Went for the donuts. Going back for the croissant breakfast sandwich. That thing was amaz-balls!

    Sydney H.

    My husband and I came here for Valentine's day and it we really enjoyed everything we got! It's located in downtown raleigh and there was street parking and a parking lot. The inside was pretty small and didn't have any seating inside. But they had lots of seating outside! My favorite item was the croissant sandwich. It was perfectly toasted and tasted amazing! It was probably one of my favorite breakfast sandwiches i've ever had! I also enjoyed the raspberry donut we got and the matcha as well. I'll definitely be back!

    Shelby L.

    I am so very picky when it comes to doughnuts. I've tried several places but this on really appealed to me with how they looked when frying and the drippy glaze! I found them via instagram and decided to finally make the trip and let me say it was well worth the trip!! I'm kinda thankful they aren't really close to me because I'd have a hard time staying away! Picked up one of their sourwood honey latte glazed and it was absolute yeasty soft deliciousness coated in the right amount of sweet. I grabbed a regular coffee and it was perfect with my doughnut. These reminded me of my mom's homemade yeast doughnuts. While it was busy, service was fast. The store is on a corner and it's very well lit, the atmosphere is bright and clean, fits the name of the store perfectly. If I could give them 10 stars I would. So far, the best in my Raleigh experience!

    Bakery case
    Lexi G.

    Great service, beautiful shop, kind of dry donuts though? They were very traditional and I'm sure they were made with good ingredients, it just isn't what we're used to. We tried the maple crueller, the regular glazed, one I can't remember, and then the chocolate sprinkle donut. Again, the bread part of the donut was just flaky and dry. Not melt in your mouth kind of sweet.

    Nicole L.

    Delicious donut spot in Raleigh! They have a handful of donut flavors we got the cruller and strawberry frosted donut. They both were delicious! The only complaint I had was that the strawberry frosting came off on the paper when they put the donut in the bag. There is outdoor tables to enjoy your donuts and right by a cute neighborhood and rail road tracks! The salted honey lavender latte was on special today and IT WAS DELICIOUS! Might be my favorite latte I've had in Raleigh!

    Maple Glaze Cruller, Chocolate Glazed, Sugar and Spiced, Sourwood Honey, and OG Glaze
    Peyton G.

    This donut spot is a great hidden gem. It is not too far from downtown, and their donuts are delicious. They are soft and they have a variety of flavors to choose from. The sourwood honey is a must-try if you visit this donut shop. The service was very quick and the staff were friendly! It is smaller inside, but has plenty of picnic table seating around the building. If you're looking for some great, tasty donuts to get, definitely try Bright Spot donuts.

    chocolate glaze
    Emily G.

    good donuts! plenty of free parking. no inside seating, but about 7 tables outside to sit at. They only have a handful of donut flavors, maybe 6? I got the chocolate glaze ($2.50) and it was delicious. Light and fluffy.

    Cranberry curd
    Gab G.

    Bright Spot is a doughnut shop run by the Boulted Bread people, so I figured it was going to be good. I prefer cake doughnuts over yeast as a rule, but this spot makes a strong case for them. I tried: + Cranberry curd (seasonal special) + Apple cider glazed + Sugar and spice + OG glaze The cranberry curd and sugar and spice were my favorites. Loved the cranberry filling in particular. Overall would recommend! 4.5 stars.

    Taken at home, my assortment of donuts that were ordered to go.
    Thomas D.

    I ordered these donuts and brought them home. I couldn't have been more pleased. I'm not normally a yeast donut fan, preferring the cake type. These, however, may have made me a yeast donut fan. They were so pillowy soft, but the exterior also added a little bit of a crispiness them. The donuts were just absolutely perfectly prepared. I really enjoyed the various toppings and fillings of the donuts as well. For the moment, I think this may be my go to donut spot when people are looking for a recommendation. Try it out! ASAP!

    Cute little donut shop in Raleigh
    Bobbie C.

    I'd been wanting to try bright spot for some time now but never got around to going and then one morning I made it a priority to venture over and try their donuts. It's located in the five point area in what I'd consider a more residential area. When I arrived I was a bit confused on where I could park but opted to grab a spot right in front of the location. I went early, like right at opening because I didn't want to miss getting a donut as they do sell out. They had a nice assortment of donuts some filled as well as tarts. It was a pretty quaint and intimate place. Modern but not really any seating. I opted for a glazed donut and it was so delicious and warm. It was soft but had just enough chew and was light and just the perfect amount of sweetness. There was a bit of seating outside but i felt like this was more of a grab your treats to go kind of location. Overall, they offer some delicious donuts and I can see why they sell out!

    Sourwood Honey donut and a mocha!

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    3 words....Croissant. Egg. Sandwich. Very small shop but always clean, quick and always helping with a smile.

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    Love the donuts here. Plus the kids have a great little area to play. We will def be back soon.

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    Bright Spot Donuts hit the SPOT! I'm a Boston Cream gal and Boston was worth finishing. Make a plan to visit soon!

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