It’s not breaking news that there are some amazing places to get donuts in the Chicago area, but according to a new ranking, some of the best food in the country can be found right here in the Midwest.
According to the The Underground Donut Tour’s “America’s Greatest Donuts”. contest, which garnered more than 22,000 votes and invited nearly 500 stores to participate, the Chicago area is well represented with this particular treat, and first place can be found nearby.
The overall fan favorite award for the competition went to Indiana’s Rise’n Roll Bakery. In addition to earning that title, their Cinnamon Caramel Donut was named the most popular in the country, one of seven major awards they won for their offerings.
The chain, with locations near Schererville, Cedar Lake and Valparaiso, also won categories for Greatest Cake Doughnut, Greatest Cream-Filled Donut and more.
D & D’s Place, located in the 8300 block of South Kedzie in Chicago, was also a big winner as they were awarded first place in the chocolate donut, donut and fruit flavor categories.
Stan’s Donuts, with locations throughout the city and suburbs, was honored for its Blueberry Cream Cheese Pocket, which was named the best fruit-filled donut in America.
According to its website, the Underground Donut Tour started in Chicago in 2015 and has since expanded to 18 cities around the world. Tours can book through the group’s websiteand donut lovers can find out more about the best places to satisfy their sweet tooth.
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