McHappy's Donuts in Athens is fantastic. The donuts are big, fresh, and absolutely delicious--soft,…read moreflavorful, and clearly made with care. It's the kind of place where one donut turns into two because they're that good. A must‑stop whenever you're in Athens.

My god. Ohhhhhhhh dear lord their donuts were twice as good as I expected. To be honest from the…read morecounter and the lobby, they didn't look great. They looked ... fare. I didn't have much hope until that fritter got its hooks in me. Yikes!!! I'll never miss going to this spot ever again. Their cakes....their raised... their filled. It was a home run. But definitely snag yourself from fritters

Very good donuts!…read more When we walked in it was crowded and had a few people in line. They had a good selection of donuts, both in types and amounts of each. After we walked in, a fire truck pulled up, and the lady stopped helping the line to help the firefighters - although I had kids in the car and was in a hurry - it felt very small town, and that somehow added to the appeal. We got a dozen donuts including blueberry cake, devils food, honey dew, buttermilk, Boston cream, banana cream, cinnamon powdered sugar, strawberry cream, and some other one I can't remember the name of. They were all very tasty! The creams were generous, flavorful and a great texture and the powdered toppings were strong and packed on! My typical go-to are blueberry cake and devils food/chocolate cake, and they were just okay, but the rest were absolutely worth trying! Interestingly, they do a baker's dozen (13 not 12) but the 13th donut is chosen from a separate case with options that are different than the regular donut options and at other places would cost more like cinnamon rolls, apple fritters, specialty long johns, etc. we found that fascinating, as I tried to get one as part of my dozen and they said those are the free ones instead. I don't usually eat sugar, so trying donuts on this vacation was a big stretch for me, but these were absolutely worth it! If you're ever in the area and want a treat that's both authentic and tasty, Jolly Pirates is the place to try!

Great Donut shop. Delicious Donuts, and always open. They…read morealso have sandwiches and Gyros, but those aren't available 24 hrs every day like the Donuts are. The prices are better than the convenience stores. And, like I may have mentioned, the Donuts are great here. Also, the staff is nice and fun. Sometimes I drive 300 miles for the Donuts- shhh. Don't tell anyone.

I recently saw a post on Ohio Trips' Facebook page about a charming little bakery tucked away in…read moresouthern Ohio called Four Mile Bakery. As a former chef and someone who creates food videos for my YouTube channel, I'm always searching for hidden diners, cafés, and bakeries that deserve more attention. Supporting local Ohio businesses is something I'm passionate about, so I made the drive to Jackson to see what all the buzz was about. The bakery sits along a quiet country road across from a picturesque farm with goats, horses, and cows, making the drive there part of the experience. When I walked inside, I discovered it's much more than a bakery--it's also a country general store stocked with homemade jams, jellies, sauces, and other locally made goodies. But let's be honest... the real reason for my visit was the doughnuts. Instead of the typical display case, Four Mile Bakery has a doughnut buffet where you put on plastic gloves and pick out your own favorites. It's a fun concept that lets you really take your time looking over all the incredible options. While I was filming, I had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Shawn. He couldn't have been more welcoming. He shared the story of the bakery, how many of their recipes were developed, and the passion that goes into what they make every day. Then came the highlight of my visit--their signature Wagon Wheel doughnut. This giant glazed doughnut is unlike any I've ever had. Most oversized doughnuts tend to be heavy, bread-like, and dense. Not this one. Somehow they've mastered the art of making it unbelievably light and airy with an almost cotton-candy-like texture. It practically melts in your mouth. It's one of the best doughnuts I've ever eaten. They also offer an impressive variety of doughnuts with all kinds of toppings and flavors, so there's something for everyone. Although they serve lunch items as well, I didn't have enough time to try them on this visit. We picked up several doughnuts along with a few items from the general store, thanked Shawn for his hospitality, and headed home. Four Mile Bakery is exactly the kind of hidden gem I love discovering. Great people, incredible homemade doughnuts, and a beautiful country setting make it well worth the drive. If you're anywhere near Jackson--or even if you're not--make the trip. The Wagon Wheel alone is worth it. P.S. Unfortunately, my camera's microphone decided to quit working during my visit, so most of the footage I captured is without sound. I guess that's just a good excuse to make another trip back to Four Mile Bakery... and somehow I don't think I'll mind having to eat another Wagon Wheel!

This store/bakery is awesome. What an adorable place. You can grab so many things including…read morelunch and some of the freshest baked donuts I have ever tasted. The owner was so friendly and told us about his business and history. The donuts are absolutely huge. I also bought some sauces and jams that look great. There is a cute a candle shop next them that a local lady runs. She makes her own candles and wax melts. She was just the cutest, sweetest lady and so very friendly. I HIGHLY recomnend going to both of these locations in Jackson Ohio.

I have been going to JRs since I was a child, never been disappointed. Several delicious options.read more

This donut shop is open until 9 p.m. on a Saturday. For sale were all kinds of donuts, turnovers,…read moremuffins, etc., and pepperoni rolls! Get a cup of coffee, also. The girls working were kind and helpful. The drive-thru window was busy. Recommend.

If I could stay alive and healthy, I would eat these 7 out of 7 days a week. There is a reason this…read moreplace has been around as long as they have. There is also a reason you go in there any morning and the entire counter is filled to capacity with old timers drinking coffee and yapping for hours. This time capsule is perfect, exactly how I want my delicious old school made the proper way donut shop should be.

Great people great place You can get a "counter" donut and…read morecoffee. Good standard donut shop coffee

We stopped into Spring Hill Pastry Shop during a last-minute overnight trip, and I'm really glad we…read moredid. Everything we tried was soft, fresh, and flavorful without being overly sweet, which I really appreciated. You can tell this is the kind of place that's been doing things the same (and doing them well) for a long time. The prices were also surprisingly great, and had they been listed, I would have purchased a lot more. It's a small, old-school bakery that's clearly been a local favorite for generations, and that charm is part of what makes it special. That said, as first-time visitors, it was a little tough to navigate. Nothing is labeled, no menu, no prices, so we had to ask a few questions and rely on recommendations. Maybe it was just a busy Saturday morning, but the young woman helping us didn't seem thrilled that I was taking photos and asking about the pastries. I get that most of their customers are probably regulars who already know what they want, but for those of us just passing through, a little guidance (and patience) would go a long way. Even with that experience, I'd still recommend stopping by. The pastries really are that good, the prices are fair, and it's the kind of nostalgic, old fashioned bakery that's getting harder to find these days.

The staff here is absolutely amazing. They do a lot of volume and they keep people moving through…read morewith love and care. They have a wide variety of cakes, cookies, donuts, and pastries. My favorite was the hot dog doughnut with chocolate drizzle that they are famous for.

Normally I really enjoy picking up a donut while I wait for my laundry to be done next door and…read morehave a sweet treat. I stopped in on Monday around noon and got half a dozen variety mix of donuts out of the display case. The bacon topped and fruity pebble topped donuts both tasted old. What I would think a day old tastes like. Not fresh, chewy. Since they are closed on Sunday, I'm guessing these had to be made Saturday. I have come to expect better from this bakery.

Amazing treats and service! Only place that makes awesome glazed croissants! Also has great gluten…read morefree desserts!

The staff was really nice and helpful. I recieved quick and friendly…read more service. They made my coffee perfect.

I hate posting bad reviews but we don't buy things that often so it's so disappointing.. My mom had…read moreordered 3 Boston crème and 3 chocolate with chocolate icing donuts. NONE of the 3 Boston creams had the crème?! And one of them the icing was gone but it's fine at least it was included. I had eaten one when she brought them in thinking they might've been just regular no filling donuts but no.. she paid for the specialty donuts and didn't receive them. The donut holes were supposed to be assorted but only received chocolate..

Emma's Donuts and Diner took over the old Family Donut Shop in Londonderry, Ohio…read more We visit relatives in Londonderry several times a year and this was always a must go to place whenever we were in town. When I found out the owners changed hands I was worried things would change. The only thing that I see changed are the donuts are bigger. They taste the same and a little more expensive but what do you expect in these times. The donuts are still amazing. They blow away any bakery in Chillicothe. If you are in the area, stop at Emma's. You won't be sorry. I can't say enough about the donuts.

Always a great stop on our way to visit our daughter in Athens! Fresh donuts, hot coffee, friendly…read moreservice!

Off the beaten path, on its third owner since it was the "Family Donut"…read more Definitely a hole in the wall type of diner dating back to the late 70's early 80's, not in the ironic way, equipped with its very own modern day Flo to keep the regulars in their place. Now operating as the Pine Tree Cafe and Pizza, it's not the cleanest or most up to date operation, but it's worth the drive just for the apple Fritter. Perfect combination of apple and funnel cake, it's as large as your face, definitely shareable, unless you're a glutton for the sugar crash.

Came late a little after 12, after searching for cookies near me on roadtrip I am on currently…read more Super nice lady greeted me & my friend & explained she had some donuts instead of, which im not too keen on. She then persuaded me & i got 13.. lol! Tried one & it was delicious. I could only imagine what it s like hot & after it was freshly baked, because it was still fresh and tasty when i got it. Lovely cute little spot as well that we noticed also served pizza (could be wrong but was stated) & maybe other things, -xoxo might drive the 7 hours back just for it! Great experience