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The Doughnut Vault

The Doughnut Vault

Donut Shop$$$$
River North, Chicago
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    Danielle N.
    "Buttermilk old fashioned... Straight up out of this world amazing"(7 Tips)
    Joe M.
    "Buttermilk donut with a black coffee is the best breakfast."(4 Tips)
    Christy T.
    "The gingerbread stack is amazing, especially fresh and warm."(3 Tips)
    Henry B.
    "Hit up Do-Rite, Firecakes, or Glazed & Infused instead."(3 Tips)
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  • Jeff M.
    Jeff MerchantJuly 16, 2011
    If you're not in line by the time they open, you can forget it. Bleak, I know.
  • The Freehand
    The FreehandMarch 4, 2015
    Pure, doughy goodness in a variety of flavors.
  • Yaqoob A.heart icon on user image
    Yaqoob AlobaidliNovember 17, 2014
    Almond was nice:-)
  • Craig W.heart icon on user image
    Craig WattrusApril 15, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Buttermilk old fashioned!
  • Cari S.
    Cari SmallJanuary 22, 2012
    Get there early, bring cash, enjoy donuts!
  • Doug
    DougMarch 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Open until they are sold out. Check Twitter for status.
  • ninaheart icon on user image
    ninaSeptember 22, 2016
    Best glazed donuts.
  • Tony G.
    Tony GreeleyMarch 15, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The chestnut is incredible!
  • Doug
    DougApril 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Check for their daily specials on twitter or tumblr
  • Justin
    JustinOctober 5, 2013
    Worth the wait.
  • Paul V.
    Paul VuJuly 10, 2014
    They take credit now.
  • ivy t.
    ivy t.July 25, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Gingerbread doughnuts all year? We're meant for each other doughnut vault! I love u!
  • Tricia L.
    Tricia LeeApril 6, 2013
    Bring cash! And you might as well get one of each!
  • Christopher F.
    Christopher FlossJune 5, 2015
    In honor of #donutday!
  • Chris B.
    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.
  • Jr C.
    Jr CayasMay 21, 2014
    Come early, while supplies last.
  • David S.heart icon on user image
    David StrasserJuly 4, 2014
    Best doughnut in America? Maybe.
  • jaime g.heart icon on user image
    jaime garciaAugust 8, 2014
    EVERYTHING!!!!!!!
  • Christine D.
    Christine DukeFebruary 24, 2012
    They will open early if they can to lee lines down
  • Lina G.heart icon on user image
    Lina GonzoNovember 3, 2012
    Outside the vault.
  • bunnie
    bunnieAugust 28, 2013
    yummy buttermilk donut!
  • Dave Z.
    Dave ZissouFebruary 15, 2013
    its worth the wait sometimes.
  • Emily J.
    Emily JurlinaJanuary 12, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Try the chocolate. Your life will never be the same.
  • Paul M.heart icon on user image
    Paul MayJanuary 5, 2015
    Old fashioned doughnut
  • Charles S.heart icon on user image
    Charles ShoushaNovember 3, 2014
    Crazy good donuts.
  • D D.
    D DAugust 16, 2012
    Try the Assorted Doughnuts
  • ᴡ O.heart icon on user image
    ᴡ O.April 9, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Old fashion doughnuts.
  • Mabel G.
    Mabel GuzmanOctober 4, 2013
    Get here early
  • Jeff P.
    Jeff PasqualeMarch 23, 2013
    Do you really need three dozen doughnuts?
  • Jessy N.
    Jessy NewmanOctober 22, 2011
    Try the Vanilla Glazed Doughnut
  • Kristin K.
    Kristin KolehouseAugust 24, 2011
    No pistachio today :( vanilla and buttermilk
  • Nauman N.heart icon on user image
    Nauman NoorJuly 21, 2016
    Go for the classic and wash it down with coffee from Bow Truss coffee nearby 😋
  • Karen P.
    Karen PhelanMay 8, 2012
    SOLD OUT Always!!!
  • Manbque
    ManbqueApril 20, 2011
    Doughnut, the new cupcake.
  • Meredith K.
    Meredith K.November 22, 2011
    Are there still donuts at lunch time?
  • Frank L.
    Frank LizzadroAugust 20, 2011
    Have a nice time in line Jamokes.
  • Eric M.
    Eric MunnAugust 29, 2011
    Chestnut Glaze Read more
  • Manbque
    ManbqueApril 20, 2011
    Maple Bacon Donut
  • Darth Z.heart icon on user image
    Darth ZulOctober 24, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Closed on Monday's
  • Frank L.
    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.
  • Chazamm
    ChazammOctober 11, 2013
    Slowest line ever for fucking donuts...how hard can it be
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsSeptember 2, 2014
    Check out The Doughnut Vault as seen on The Layover Read more
  • Maria L.heart icon on user image
    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 A.heart icon on user image
    Moi AlvarezFebruary 2, 2015
    Donas de doble chocolate
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