Donnie’s Donuts, a beloved doughnut shop originally from Florida, has announced the closure of its final location in Volusia County, located in Daytona Beach. Owners Patti and Donald Summerlin shared the news on social media, citing several challenges that led to this “difficult decision.”
The Facebook post expressed their heartbreak over the closure, mentioning the impact of hurricanes and tropical storms that have struck the area since 2016. The Summerlins noted, “It’s not just about the hurricanes destroying property, but the long-term economic downturns as well.” They shared their gratitude for their dedicated employees and loyal customers after nine years in business.
Donnie’s Donuts began on Seabreeze Boulevard in Daytona Beach nearly a decade ago and later expanded to Ormond Beach and New Smyrna Beach, both of which have also closed. The New Smyrna Beach location shut down in 2022 after “Hurricane Ian and multiple other factors,” while the Ormond Beach shop, now occupied by Swillerbees Craft Donuts & Coffee, closed earlier this year.
Despite these setbacks, the Daytona Beach shop was recognized as the best doughnut shop in Florida by Yelp just months before its closure. In earlier interviews, the Summerlins acknowledged the difficult journey, expressing gratitude for their hardworking staff and the community support they received.
The Daytona Beach location, known for its gourmet selection of fresh vintage and artisan doughnuts, was highlighted in a recent roundup by The News-Journal. The shop’s unique offerings were inspired by century-old recipes, including those used by the Salvation Army’s “Donut Lassies” during World War I.
Currently, Donnie’s Donuts operates one location in Atlanta, which opened in December. The Summerlins encouraged Florida customers to visit them there, saying, “This was an extremely difficult decision. We love our Florida Donut Family.”
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