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The Doughnut Vault

The Doughnut Vault

Donut Shop$$$$
River North, Chicago
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    Danielle N.
    "Buttermilk old fashioned... Straight up out of this world amazing"(7 Tips)
    Joe M.
    "Buttermilk donut with a black coffee is the best breakfast."(4 Tips)
    Christy T.
    "The gingerbread stack is amazing, especially fresh and warm."(3 Tips)
    Henry B.
    "Hit up Do-Rite, Firecakes, or Glazed & Infused instead."(3 Tips)
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  • Hannah B.heart icon on user image
    Hannah BibighausMay 13, 2019
    One of the best donuts in the country!
  • Nate F.heart icon on user image
    Nate FolkertApril 21, 2019
    comically large donuts
  • dereq
    dereqSeptember 19, 2015
    Grab a pistachio doughnut with a double shot of Metropolis Red Line Espresso.
  • Chris P.
    Chris PhennerSeptember 4, 2018
    da best donuts in the city (go early, they sell out)
  • ROBERT S.heart icon on user image
    ROBERT SAMPLESJanuary 21, 2022
    The donut holes are the best value. They’re huge delicious and fun.
  • Vicky K.heart icon on user image
    Vicky KujawaFebruary 17, 2014
    Friendly service; excellent coffee! Cash only and get there early or else you're S.O.L..
  • Motaz F.heart icon on user image
    Motaz FadulFebruary 23, 2015
    Find them on Twitter before you go there @doughnutvault
  • Tim R.heart icon on user image
    Tim ReynoldsOctober 11, 2015
    The jelly filled doughnuts are amazing
  • Kelly B.
    Kelly BoneJune 27, 2014
    It is worth the wait
  • David S.heart icon on user image
    David StrasserMay 17, 2013
    The buttermilk old fashioned is worth the line up and the calories. Seriously good doughnut.
  • Caitlin C.
    Caitlin ClementsMay 27, 2018
    Try the triple chocolate donut
  • Rebecca M.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca MaldonadoOctober 5, 2014
    If only I lived in Chicago, I would make a faithful weekend trip and read a book while I wait in line! Doughnuts rule!
  • Gabriel D.
    Gabriel DeRobertisApril 6, 2023
    Are you in need of credit fix? Reach out to 760Pluscreditscore at gmail dot com for any credit related issues. They helped me fix mine. I Strongly Recommend them.
  • Meg S.
    Meg SkwiatJune 1, 2011
    Pro Tip: tell your boss you have a dr's appointment and go to DV on a Tuesday morning around 10. All of the donut varieties, none of the wait.
  • Davidheart icon on user image
    DavidFebruary 27, 2015
    In winter, get your donuts here and eat them inside of the nearby Merchandiese Mart.
  • Joe M.heart icon on user image
    Joe MontesOctober 16, 2015
    Buttermilk donut with a black coffee is the best breakfast.
  • Lukášheart icon on user image
    LukášJanuary 19, 2018
    Such nice staff and come early because they run out by mid day.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoMay 25, 2012
    Download a podcast. Bring a long-lost friend. Get there at 8:30am. This is the doughnut we’ve been waiting for. -JK Read more
  • Heather R.heart icon on user image
    Heather RomigJanuary 23, 2016
    Amazing espresso & lemon poppy seed doughnuts!
  • natalie k.heart icon on user image
    natalie kayJune 3, 2016
    Triple Chocolate! Truck goes to the Lincoln Park Farmers Market in the summer!
  • will.i.am.not
    will.i.am.notJuly 25, 2012
    Chocolate glazed is my favorite (so far).
  • Megan H.
    Megan HollanderJuly 13, 2013
    So delicious. Buttermilk original and vanilla glazed are where it's at!
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    bennAugust 4, 2016
    This place has the best old fashioned I've had anywhere.
  • USA TODAY
    USA TODAYMay 30, 2013
    Follow this shop on Twitter: They'll tell you when they're running out and how many people are online. @doughnutvault Read more
  • Riπerheart icon on user image
    RiπerMarch 26, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Double chocolate yellow cake is doubly delicious!
  • jaime g.heart icon on user image
    jaime garciaJuly 7, 2013
    Get there early, they only make so many doughnuts and when they are gone, they're gone. Closes between 12:30-2:00ish
  • Danielle N.
    Danielle NashAugust 6, 2013
    Buttermilk old fashioned... Straight up out of this world amazing
  • Emily I.
    Emily IsraeliDecember 20, 2011
    It's cash only but if you forget, like me, the merchandise mart has an ATM. Other than that come early and enjoy!
  • Yaqoob A.heart icon on user image
    Yaqoob AlobaidliNovember 12, 2014
    The doughnuts are good
  • Pablo V.
    Pablo VladimirMay 18, 2015
    Come early for top picks on special donuts!
  • Ron H.
    Ron HsuOctober 2, 2015
    Good donuts. Reminds me of Doughnut Plant in NYC.
  • Jake S.
    Jake SmithFebruary 17, 2013
    They sell out. You need to wake up PREEETY early in the morning if you want a doughnut from here.
  • Bill M.
    Bill MurraySeptember 19, 2012
    Try the Buttermilk Old Fashioned doughnut - Stumbled on this place for dessert.
  • Penny S.
    Penny ShackSeptember 15, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Make sure you say hi to Julie for me...she is the BEST doughnut seller EVER!!!!! You rock Jules :)
  • Brian S.heart icon on user image
    Brian StackhouseDecember 28, 2014
    Order anything. It's all good.
  • Maya J.heart icon on user image
    Maya Jimenez 😬October 5, 2017
    Delicious donuts!!!!
  • Rebecca M.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca MaldonadoOctober 5, 2014
    Its worth the wait! Fantastic doughnuts.
  • Todd B.heart icon on user image
    Todd BidaNovember 13, 2019
    Vanilla glazed!
  • Marlonheart icon on user image
    MarlonAugust 17, 2015
    Tasty. The donut attendant was cordial.
  • Rachel B.heart icon on user image
    Rachel BergerAugust 26, 2015
    go during the week after 10 and avoid a rush altogether
  • Ambo
    AmboApril 6, 2014
    Credit cards now accepted.
  • Christy T.
    Christy TidwellDecember 26, 2012
    The gingerbread stack is amazing, especially fresh and warm.
  • Amy R.heart icon on user image
    Amy RobertsonFebruary 2, 2017
    Extremely tiny but tasty jelly donuts
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineJune 3, 2011
    The old-fashioned buttermilk doughnut hit dining editor Penny Pollack's cozy button. View a photo here. Read more
  • Keith M.
    Keith MarranApril 28, 2014
    The buttermilk old-fashioned was amazing, but I found the remaining flavor to be just okay.
  • Yaqoob A.heart icon on user image
    Yaqoob AlobaidliNovember 17, 2014
    Almond was nice:-)
  • The Freehand
    The FreehandMarch 4, 2015
    Pure, doughy goodness in a variety of flavors.
  • Alexis Y.heart icon on user image
    Alexis YSYJune 8, 2015
    BUTTERMILK! Chester glazed! Must get coffee
  • Tricia L.
    Tricia LeeApril 6, 2013
    Bring cash! And you might as well get one of each!
  • Doug
    DougMarch 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Open until they are sold out. Check Twitter for status.
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