It might still be warm in Maine, but we can’t help but anticipate the cooler weather that’s sure to come. And with that comes the hankering for cozy foods and fun road trips. To combine both of those things, consider taking a road trip in search of Maine’s best donuts! This trail will take you throughout the state straight to our favorites. Feel free to add your own faves to this map and make it your own! Click here for our version with complete directions for every stop on the list.
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- Lil’s Cafe, Kittery
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Keith Tharp / Google Donuts are great, but crullers are an even better version of this delicacy. Lil’s Cafe is known for these sugary treats and they sell out just about every day. Stop in to get whatever you can early in the day and fill up on Tandem coffee to help fuel your journey. Address: 7 Wallingford Square, Kittery, ME 03904.
- Congdon’s Doughnuts, Wells
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Terry Gomes / Google There might not be a better place to go for donuts in southern Maine. Except of course all the other places on this list. But despite there being so many options, Congdon’s remains a favorite. Load up on donuts, but also save room for their huge breakfast menu. Then, take a dozen to go for the ride! Address: 1090 Post Road, Wells, ME 04090.
- Reilly’s Bakery, Biddeford
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Jared Pooler / Google Next up is a place that’s been in existence for more than 100 years! Owned by a third-generation of the family, the recipes here have been perfected over time and passed down through the family. Keep thing simple with their impressive plain donut with chocolate frosting or the maple bacon version. But check out their newest additions as well.
Address: 232 Main Street, Biddeford, ME 04005.
- Holy Donut, Scarborough
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The Holy Donut / Facebook Maine’s famous potato donuts usually attract a huge crowd. Head to this location for your best chance at a speedy visit, but if you love lining up with cruise ship folks you’ll want to go to the Old Port location. Any flavor you get will be lovable, but everyone seems to love the triple berry glaze, which also happens to be great to look at!
Address: 398 US-1, Scarborough, ME 04074. They also have a number of other locations you can check out.
- The Cookie Jar, Cape Elizabeth
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Peter Carney / Google Family owned and operated this place is another classic, can’t-miss Maine bakery. Get here early for first pick of flavors, but this is also a great 5th stop on the way forward. We also recommend a coffee fill up here! Address: 554 Shore Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107.
- Frosty’s, Freeport
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Brooke Safferman / Google At this point in your journey you’ll be in Freeport, which means you’ll probably want to stop for some shopping. Give yourself the necessary fuel but swinging into this Maine institution. You can order from their selection or design your own. They also have a location in Brunswick.
Address: 45 Main Street, Freeport, ME 04032.
- WIllow Bake Shoppe, Rockland
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Clarke Thomas / Google What we love about donuts in Maine is the great variety across different shops. From potato donuts to cake-like donuts, you’ll find it all. And the cake-like donuts here are truly fabulous! Address: 1084 Commercial Street Rockport, ME 04856.
- Sadie’s Bakery, Houlton
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Sadie’s Bakery / Facebook This one is a bonus for folks who agree that the journey is even better than the destination. Located fairly far away from the others on this list, Sadie’s is worth the trip for true Maine donut lovers. This bakery was opened in 1948 and has been providing the Houlton area with fresh-baked goods on a daily basis ever since! There are two things on offer here. Either get the plain donut or the daily special. You’ll leave happy no matter what you choose. You can pick up a sandwich or muffin here as well making it a great, well-rounded way to end your trip on the donut trail!
Address: 5 Water Street, Houlton, ME 04730.
For another great road trip through Maine, check out this article. It features 9 of our favorite routes. Or, to get into the spirit of Halloween a little early consider this road trip to the most haunted spots in the state!
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Kenn O’Connell / Google
Keith Tharp / Google
Donuts are great, but crullers are an even better version of this delicacy. Lil’s Cafe is known for these sugary treats and they sell out just about every day. Stop in to get whatever you can early in the day and fill up on Tandem coffee to help fuel your journey. Address: 7 Wallingford Square, Kittery, ME 03904.
Congdon’s Doughnuts / Facebook
Terry Gomes / Google
There might not be a better place to go for donuts in southern Maine. Except of course all the other places on this list. But despite there being so many options, Congdon’s remains a favorite. Load up on donuts, but also save room for their huge breakfast menu. Then, take a dozen to go for the ride! Address: 1090 Post Road, Wells, ME 04090.
Mike Kennedy / Google
Jared Pooler / Google
Next up is a place that’s been in existence for more than 100 years! Owned by a third-generation of the family, the recipes here have been perfected over time and passed down through the family. Keep thing simple with their impressive plain donut with chocolate frosting or the maple bacon version. But check out their newest additions as well.
Address: 232 Main Street, Biddeford, ME 04005.
Linda Cook / Google
The Holy Donut / Facebook
Maine’s famous potato donuts usually attract a huge crowd. Head to this location for your best chance at a speedy visit, but if you love lining up with cruise ship folks you’ll want to go to the Old Port location. Any flavor you get will be lovable, but everyone seems to love the triple berry glaze, which also happens to be great to look at!
Address: 398 US-1, Scarborough, ME 04074. They also have a number of other locations you can check out.
Bridget Portune / Google
Peter Carney / Google
Family owned and operated this place is another classic, can’t-miss Maine bakery. Get here early for first pick of flavors, but this is also a great 5th stop on the way forward. We also recommend a coffee fill up here! Address: 554 Shore Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107.
Raphael Gil Tavares / Google
Brooke Safferman / Google
At this point in your journey you’ll be in Freeport, which means you’ll probably want to stop for some shopping. Give yourself the necessary fuel but swinging into this Maine institution. You can order from their selection or design your own. They also have a location in Brunswick.
Address: 45 Main Street, Freeport, ME 04032.
Leah Fleegle / Google
Clarke Thomas / Google
What we love about donuts in Maine is the great variety across different shops. From potato donuts to cake-like donuts, you’ll find it all. And the cake-like donuts here are truly fabulous! Address: 1084 Commercial Street Rockport, ME 04856.
Sadie’s Bakery / Facebook
This one is a bonus for folks who agree that the journey is even better than the destination. Located fairly far away from the others on this list, Sadie’s is worth the trip for true Maine donut lovers. This bakery was opened in 1948 and has been providing the Houlton area with fresh-baked goods on a daily basis ever since! There are two things on offer here. Either get the plain donut or the daily special. You’ll leave happy no matter what you choose. You can pick up a sandwich or muffin here as well making it a great, well-rounded way to end your trip on the donut trail!
Address: 5 Water Street, Houlton, ME 04730.
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