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The Doughnut Vault
Donut Shop$$$$
River North, Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out Chicago and Serious Eats
"Buttermilk old fashioned... Straight up out of this world amazing"(7 Tips)
"Buttermilk donut with a black coffee is the best breakfast."(4 Tips)
"The gingerbread stack is amazing, especially fresh and warm."(3 Tips)
"Hit up Do-Rite, Firecakes, or Glazed & Infused instead."(3 Tips)
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dereqSeptember 19, 2015Grab a pistachio doughnut with a double shot of Metropolis Red Line Espresso.
Vicky KujawaFebruary 17, 2014Friendly service; excellent coffee! Cash only and get there early or else you're S.O.L..
David StrasserMay 17, 2013The buttermilk old fashioned is worth the line up and the calories. Seriously good doughnut.- Gabriel DeRobertisApril 6, 2023Are 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.
Rebecca MaldonadoOctober 5, 2014If only I lived in Chicago, I would make a faithful weekend trip and read a book while I wait in line! Doughnuts rule!
Meg SkwiatJune 1, 2011Pro 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.- DavidFebruary 27, 2015In winter, get your donuts here and eat them inside of the nearby Merchandiese Mart.
Time Out ChicagoMay 25, 2012Download a podcast. Bring a long-lost friend. Get there at 8:30am. This is the doughnut we’ve been waiting for. -JK Read more
natalie kayJune 3, 2016Triple Chocolate! Truck goes to the Lincoln Park Farmers Market in the summer!
jaime garciaJuly 7, 2013Get there early, they only make so many doughnuts and when they are gone, they're gone. Closes between 12:30-2:00ish
Emily IsraeliDecember 20, 2011It's cash only but if you forget, like me, the merchandise mart has an ATM. Other than that come early and enjoy!
Jake SmithFebruary 17, 2013They sell out. You need to wake up PREEETY early in the morning if you want a doughnut from here.
Bill MurraySeptember 19, 2012Try the Buttermilk Old Fashioned doughnut - Stumbled on this place for dessert.
Make sure you say hi to Julie for me...she is the BEST doughnut seller EVER!!!!! You rock Jules :)
Chicago magazineJune 3, 2011The old-fashioned buttermilk doughnut hit dining editor Penny Pollack's cozy button. View a photo here. Read more- Chicago magazineJune 3, 2011CAUTION: Beware of a doughnut coma after eating here. Our dining editor's pick: "The gingerbread stack—light and, uh, gingery." Read more
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The Doughnut Vault
401 1/2 N Franklin St (at W Kinzie St)
Chicago, IL 60654
United States
Chicago, IL 60654
United States
Artisanal Handcrafted Doughnuts | Old World Recipe | Classic Flavors
Open until 3:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
(312) 285-2830
View menu on http://doughnutvault.com/coffee
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- 9.1
"Amazing donuts. Played it safe with a buttermilk old fashioned, switched it up with a key lime donut. Both were great!"
Alison - 7.2
"Great black coffee awesome cake donuts with unique flavors!"
Cassie Stutz - 8.7
"I love this place! Great cold brew, bagels and most importantly.. Doughnuts. Try the Nutella pocket!"
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