In a departure from the traditional donut shop routine of preparing pastries in advance, O’s Donuts in Ghent offers a unique approach. At this local favorite, each donut is custom-made to order, ensuring freshness with every bite.
Owner Ally Amory is dedicated to this personalized method. Since its inception in 2013, O’s Donuts has attracted a loyal customer base. However, the business faced challenges when it was temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Amory’s family took over the shop in 2019, and by April 2022, she had successfully reopened the 21st St. location.
“People were definitely excited when we came back because we were closed for a while,” Amory noted.
Upon reopening, O’s Donuts retained many of its popular flavors but also introduced seasonal options and enhanced its coffee offerings. Fall specials include apple cider cake donuts, pumpkin pistachio, and spiced vanilla chai, alongside favorites like Holy Cannoli, maple bacon, cookies and cream, and apple pie. The coffee menu features selections from Tidewater Coffee, including lattes, cappuccinos, in-house cold brew, and frappuccinos. A standout choice for the colder months is the apple chai latte, which complements the seasonal donuts perfectly.
Amory’s background in the restaurant industry—she grew up with a chef father—has influenced her approach to donuts. She believes that donuts are best enjoyed when freshly made.
“When you order our donuts, you get them hot and fresh,” Amory said. “We have the system down to a science, so you never have to wait long at all.”
O’s Donuts is located at 222 W. 21st St. in Ghent. For updates and more information, follow them on Instagram.