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The Doughnut Vault

Donut Shop$$$$

River North, Chicago

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The Doughnut Vault

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Ranked #3 for donut shops in Chicago
The experts at Serious Eats and Time Out Chicago recommend this place
"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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ToryBurchNovember 17, 2011
Lots of buzz and long lines at this pastry shop- donuts are the must-have treat.
Chicago magazineJune 3, 2011
CAUTION: Beware of a doughnut coma after eating here. Our dining editor's pick: "The gingerbread stack—light and, uh, gingery." Read more
Joshua NardApril 12, 2013
The have scientist here. One bite - you'll understand.
ninaSeptember 22, 2016
Best glazed donuts.
autumn NgDecember 12, 2013
I came today (Tuesday) at around 10 and it was sold out... Not funny, came all over from Europe..
Paul VuJuly 10, 2014
They take credit now.
ivy t.July 25, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Gingerbread doughnuts all year? We're meant for each other doughnut vault! I love u!
JustinOctober 5, 2013
Worth the wait.
Craig WattrusApril 15, 2021
Been here 5+ times
Buttermilk old fashioned!
Tony GreeleyMarch 15, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The chestnut is incredible!
Zach PritchardAugust 5, 2013
the Vanilla "doughnut" is bomb!
Jr CayasMay 21, 2014
Come early, while supplies last.
Christopher FlossJune 5, 2015
In honor of #donutday!
DougApril 18, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Check for their daily specials on twitter or tumblr
Cari SmallJanuary 22, 2012
Get there early, bring cash, enjoy donuts!
jaime garciaAugust 8, 2014
EVERYTHING!!!!!!!
Jeff MerchantJuly 16, 2011
If you're not in line by the time they open, you can forget it. Bleak, I know.
Dave ZissouFebruary 15, 2013
its worth the wait sometimes.
Lina GonzoNovember 3, 2012
Outside the vault.
Emily JurlinaJanuary 12, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Try the chocolate. Your life will never be the same.
David StrasserJuly 4, 2014
Best doughnut in America? Maybe.
bunnieAugust 28, 2013
yummy buttermilk donut!
Charles ShoushaNovember 3, 2014
Crazy good donuts.
Mabel GuzmanOctober 4, 2013
Get here early
D DAugust 16, 2012
Try the Assorted Doughnuts
Jeff PasqualeMarch 23, 2013
Do you really need three dozen doughnuts?
Paul MayJanuary 5, 2015
Old fashioned doughnut
ᴡ O.April 9, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Old fashion doughnuts.
Jessy NewmanOctober 22, 2011
Try the Vanilla Glazed Doughnut
Chris BurkeSeptember 13, 2014
All Hype, The lines are really long and the donuts are IMO marginal. For a better doughnut check out firecakes on Hubbard.
Christine DukeFebruary 24, 2012
They will open early if they can to lee lines down
Meredith K.November 22, 2011
Are there still donuts at lunch time?
Karen PhelanMay 8, 2012
SOLD OUT Always!!!
Frank LizzadroAugust 20, 2011
I know you're middle aged and don't get it, but can you just shut the fuck up about it. Yes you.
Frank LizzadroAugust 20, 2011
Have a nice time in line Jamokes.
ManbqueApril 20, 2011
Doughnut, the new cupcake.
Kristin KolehouseAugust 24, 2011
No pistachio today :( vanilla and buttermilk
Eric MunnAugust 29, 2011
Chestnut Glaze Read more
ManbqueApril 20, 2011
Maple Bacon Donut
Nauman NoorJuly 21, 2016
Go for the classic and wash it down with coffee from Bow Truss coffee nearby 😋
Darth ZulOctober 24, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Closed on Monday's
ChazammOctober 11, 2013
Slowest line ever for fucking donuts...how hard can it be
TV Food MapsSeptember 2, 2014
Check out The Doughnut Vault as seen on The Layover Read more
Maria LavegaDecember 23, 2019
Donas deliciosas! Super esponjosas, hay especiales diarios y los clásicos de siempre. El local es super chiquito, comprar para llevar acompañadas con café.
Moi AlvarezFebruary 2, 2015
Donas de doble chocolate

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