The 6 Best Donut Spots In Halifax Nova Scotia

Donut lovers, this list is for you! From old-fashioned donuts served seaside to funky hipster donut shops and a famed Canadian chain, we’ve got all the best spots that Halifax has to offer.

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1. Vandal Doughnuts

Bakery, Pastries

The newest donut spot on the scene, Vandal’s treats are definitely the most Insta-worthy in the city! Choose from to-die-for flavors like Root Beer Float, Cookies & Cream, Pop-tart, and Butterbeer Harry Potter. They’ve also got lots of delicious vegan options!

3. Ol School Donuts Food Truck

Food Truck, Pastries

This family-run donut food truck is a local favorite, and it’s easy to see why! You’ll find them around the city serving up unbeatable flavors such as Salted Caramel Brownie and Maple Bacon.

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4. Scanway Catering & Pastry

Bakery, Pastry Shop, Pastries, Dessert, Coffee

Fans of the famous NYC cronut will want to visit Scanway to try their delicious replica, the “dossant.” In addition to this croissant-donut hybrid, Scanway also serves up fresh daily cake and yeast donuts, and they’re continuously coming up with new flavors like Rum Maple and Raspberry White Chocolate.SaveSave

5. The Old Apothecary Bakery & Cafe

Bakery, Pastry Shop, Cafe, Pastries, Canadian, Coffee

Every dessert at The Old Apothecary is a winner, and the donuts are no exception. This place is the one to visit if you believe simple is best—they sell baked donuts in chocolate, vanilla, and lemon.

6. Tim Hortons

Cafe, Dessert Shop, Pastries, Canadian, Fast Food

Okay, this one is by no means local to Halifax, but if you’re coming from somewhere outside of Canada, you need to try a donut at this Canadian institution. The popular chain has locations all around the city, and in addition to a variety of donut flavors, they also sell uber-popular donut holes, known here as “timbits.”

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