Five-O Donut Co. in The West District at UTC

Five-O Donut Co.

Location:
81 N. Cattlemen Rd., Sarasota, FL 34243

Brief Description

Five-O Donut Co. is a well-loved donut shop situated near the University Town Center (UTC) mall in Sarasota, Florida. Known for its artisanal approach to donuts, the shop offers a rotating selection of both classic “simple” donuts and more elaborate “fancy” options. Customers are drawn to the fresh, made-to-order donuts and the friendly service provided by the staff.

Notable Menu Items

Five-O Donut Co. features a variety of creative and delicious donuts. Some of the standout items include:

1. Glazed Croissant Donuts (Cronuts): A fan favorite that merges the flakiness of a croissant with the sweetness of a donut.
2. Cookie Monster: Topped with housemade blue vanilla buttercream, Oreo bits, and cookie dough bites.
3. Birthday Cake Donut: A beloved choice among customers.
4. S’mores Donut: Adorned with Nutella and marshmallow toppings.
5. Maple Bacon Donut: A delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors.
6. Seasonal/Holiday Specials: Including themed donuts like Lucky Charms donuts for St. Patrick’s Day.

Specials

Five-O Donut Co. is known for frequently introducing new and inventive flavors, particularly around holidays. Each week, the shop typically offers between 24 and 30 different types of donuts, with three to five special donuts that change every weekend. They also serve drip coffee and cold brew to pair perfectly with their donuts.

Customer Experience

Customers rave about the variety and quality of the donuts, describing them as “works of art” and praising the fluffy dough and imaginative toppings. The UTC location, which opened in March 2022, has quickly become a favorite among both locals and visitors. It’s recommended to arrive early as popular flavors tend to sell out quickly.

For more information, including the full menu and current specials, visit their website:

Website:
Five-O Donut Co.