The Donut Palace

Deliciously fresh French pastry shop! Coffee is superb! Shop…read morecan be very crowed, grateful they opened patio for more patrons!

Yes there's a wait. It moved at a fine pace and the weather was quite breezy so we didn't really…read moremind. Everyone in line was chatting or observing and it just comes with the territory. More importantly, it's totally worth it. We got a box of goodies and they were all fantastic. You can taste the quality of the products they use. You can taste the butter. It's just lovely. My husband also really liked his latte. We sat inside and ate some of our goodies. We took the rest home for my mum for Mother's Day. My family loved them, too. Nice space. We also bought some whole wheat flour as a gift while there. Will absolutely go back when I'm in the area.

Busy

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The Artisan Cakery

4.0(48 reviews)

4.9 mi

These were delicious! I will definitely be coming back! Everyone was so nice and I loved the decor…read moreof the place as well.

So yummy every time!! My favorite place for desserts. Such a beautiful place, great service!read more

Chocolate coffee tart, macarons, & birthday cake pop

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Got the newly release Mango Lime Mousse (top right) with the usual stuff I would get and mind blown

Heidi's Bakery

4.1(34 reviews)

7.6 mi

We stopped by Heidi's Bakery for some fresh baked treats and really enjoyed everything we tried. We…read morepicked up a few pastries and a slice of cake, and everything was soft, fresh, and full of flavor. The pastries had a nice buttery texture, while the cake was moist without being overly sweet. We also grabbed some coffee to go with our treats, which made for a perfect little afternoon break. A lovely spot when you're craving something freshly baked.

Had the most beautiful cake made for my daughter's graduation from UT. It was delicious! Best cake…read moreever. Everyone loved it!

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La Flor Mexican Bakery

4.9(9 reviews)

4.7 mi

Worth the drive to Knoxville. This is the most amazing Tres leches cake coconut filling we have…read moreever had so rich and moist.

La Flor Mexican Bakery Fresh baked by hand Mexican churros…read moreand desserts. Real Authentic fresh baked Mexican sweets and baked goodies.

Tres leche cake

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Storefront

Pastelito's Cuban Bakery

4.5(71 reviews)

4.9 mi

Nothing to say besides the food here blesses your taste buds. Staff is very nice and always…read morefriendly.

Excellent Cuban Coffee and Food Everyone should try the…read morecoffee at the minimum. Cuban sandwiches are very good also.

Cafe dining area

Pulled pork Chop Bowl.

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Paysan Bread

4.1(113 reviews)

5.8 mi

Insane, incredible, a million times yes. It may not look like much when you first walk up, but you…read moreNEED to trust me. I got the Classic Lox on an everything bagel and winced when I saw the horseradish cream cheese and capers (yes I'm a savage and I hate capers ok let me LIVE). I went against my norm and chose to try it as is, and it was glorious. If I lived nearby, it would be borderline impossible to not come often.

I stopped by here this weekend as this place had been highly recommended. The service was very…read morewelcoming and kind and I did enjoy my sandwich. Not my favorite bagel I have had in the city, but I'd get it again. I will say that it took quite a while for my sandwich to be ready, I'm not too sure how much staff is inside but there was not many people waiting and it did take a while. I would go back though!

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Outside, next to Remedy Coffee.

Courtney’s Cakes and Sweet Treats

4.9(7 reviews)

3.3 mi

I picked up a few desserts from Courtney's Cakes and Sweet Treats for a small family gathering, and…read morethey disappeared fast. Everything looked beautiful, but the taste was what really stood out-fresh, moist, and not overly sweet. You can tell a lot of care goes into each treat. I'll definitely be ordering again for future celebrations.

Such a cute little sweets shop, located across from Jacob's Deli on Middlebrook Pike…read more She recently opened here in September and my first stop in was today. I bought a handful of things: thumbprint cookies (I'm kind of a connoisseur), an oatmeal cream pie, a blueberry muffin, and a confetti cupcake. YUM. I will definitely be back, and if you are in the area go check her out!! I feel like this area should be a growing area for foodies. Courtney and her staff were incredibly nice and welcoming, if you have or want a custom order give her a call. I'm a fan and I'm sure you will be too! Cheers & Enjoy!

Ice Cream

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Outside, not the best pic, across from Jacob's Deli.

Magpies

4.4(111 reviews)

5.7 mi

I ordered a dozen cupcakes from here after finding them on Yelp. We live in Indy but were traveling…read moreto Georgia for a wedding and needed some treats to celebrate a birthday (while at a wedding weekend). The Magpie team was very professional and our cupcakes turned out beautifully- carrot cake and cream cheese and almond cupcakes. I couldn't leave without grabbing one of their oatmeal cream pies and it was perfection! Bonus: this is located in a really cute neighborhood!

Okay. Definitely time for an update, as for the past few years, we have frequented both the…read morestorefront or in a pinch, the Magpies cooler near the bakery of the Cedar Bluff Kroger. The shop itself is small but mighty. Super kind staff who will give you any info you request. There are candles, plates, cards, and a few local gifts for sale, alongside all of the tasty treats. There are cookies, brownies, cupcakes, single cake and cheesecake slices and full size cheesecakes for sale. My favorites are the oatmeal sammie and the PB cheesecake. I normally avoid sugar cookies but their version with the sanding sugar is too notch! We definitely prefer the storefront, as the items are super fresh and I love that they carry the single servings. Whenever we are downtown for work, this is our stop. When you get something from the Kroger Magpie's selection, it will either be a full size cheesecake or a sampler box of cookies or bars/brownies. It is hit or miss as to how fresh the items are here. This location now refrigerates the sammies, too, which seems to dry them out quickly. Bummer. From either location, we definitely prefer the cheesecakes, pies, and cookies to the actual cake. Either way, support this local gem!

Chocolate Raspberry

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King cake

Potchke

4.8(204 reviews)

6.0 mi

This is my favorite bagel place!!! I've had bagels in Brooklyn, Chicago and San Francisco…read more Potchke's is the BEST and has the BEST MENU EVER! We stop on our travels as much as we can on our travels to Florida THANK YOU

Great food and different options to choose from. Loved this place. Will definitely come back next…read moretime I am in Knoxville.

Inside

Chocolate babka

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My favorite Peach and cream babka full of vanilla pastry jam and NC peach jam

Wrenhouse Bakery

5.0(8 reviews)

5.8 mi

LOVE. Found this place while waiting for my son at a doctor appt. I had a latte with a maple cake…read moredonut and both were delicious. The bakery is Adorable. Capital A. The staff is lovely, the bathroom clean and truthfully, I wanted a lot more baked goods but was continuing on with sightseeing.

Wrenhouse Bakery is such a good little spot. Got a latte with cold foam--super smooth and not…read moreoverly sweet (big win). The cookie was also really solid, and I love that they rotate their baked goods with different themes each month so there's always something new to try. Also found out they do food trucks on Monday nights, which is honestly such a vibe. Definitely coming back to grab a coffee and check that out.

Cappuccino perfection.

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Joseph C.

6 years ago

My wife and I have purchased quite a few dozens of donuts from The Donut Palace and LOVED EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM!!! My wife loves the caramel donuts, pastries and honey glazed! I LOVE the blueberry donuts! AND strawberry, honey glazed...well, ALL OF THEM!!! This is a God-sent place! Try The Donut Palace's donuts and YOU WILL LOVE THEM!!! read more

Robert L.

4 months ago

Services was great and the food was better. I like apple fritters, but after trying there's I love them. Most apple fritters are just flavored or have old ingredients, but there's are fresh with real apple pieces read more

Tina W.

7 years ago

I had the glazed covered croissant and it was out of this world. I got one that was hot, and it just melts in your mouth. You have to try this delicious treat. Thank you Donut Palace... read more

Christina S.

7 years ago

My son and I love a good doughnut. He's six. He waited and waited for this place to open. We have not been disappointed. The doughnuts are tasty, excellent variety, excellent service. read more

Gayle P.

1 month ago

this is the best donut shop i have ever been too. beats all the other donut shops anywhere! highly recommend them!!!

Brittany E.

3 years ago

So thankful for this place! I was craving just an amazing donut & also love they have delicious kolaches! SO good!

Jasmine M.

4 years ago

Everyone there was so nice and their donuts are to die for !!!! they are amazing ! and not expensive at all !

Tee P.

5 years ago

Today is my birthday and my friend bought me a dozen of these...best donuts I eva had...Lord have mercy

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