The 6 Best Donut Spots in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Scanway Catering and Pastry | Courtesy of Scanway Catering and Pastry
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.
Vandal Doughnuts
Bakery, Pastries$$
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The newest donut spot on the scene, Vandal’s treats are definitely the most Insta-worthy in the city! Choose from to-die-for flavors like Root Beer Float, Cookies & Cream, Pop-tart, and Butterbeer Harry Potter. They’ve also got lots of delicious vegan options!
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Deep-Sea Donuts
Bakery, Pastries, $$$
During the summer months, head to Deep-Sea Donuts along the Halifax Waterfront for some of the tastiest old-fashioned donuts in the city. Grab a pastry and a coffee and enjoy your snack while taking in the lively activities along the waterfront.
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Ol School Donuts Food Truck
Food Truck, Pastries, $$$
This family-run donut food truck is a local favorite, and it’s easy to see why! You’ll find them around the city serving up unbeatable flavors such as Salted Caramel Brownie and Maple Bacon.
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Scanway Catering & Pastry
Bakery, Pastry Shop, Pastries, Dessert, Coffee$$
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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.
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The Old Apothecary Bakery & Cafe
Bakery, Pastry Shop, Cafe, Pastries, Canadian, Coffee, $$$
Every dessert at The Old Apothecary is a winner, and the donuts are no exception. This place is the one to visit if you believe simple is best—they sell baked donuts in chocolate, vanilla, and lemon.
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Tim Hortons
Cafe, Dessert Shop, Pastries, Canadian, Fast Food$$$
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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