Five Daughters Bakery | The Gulch

We stopped by Five Daughters Bakery on a Sunday afternoon and had such a great experience! Found parking right up front, walked in with no line, and were greeted with the most amazing selection of their famous 100 Layer Donuts. We tried the vanilla cream, cherry cheesecake, and lemon—each one was incredible, but the cherry cheesecake definitely stole the show. At $5 a donut, they’re worth every penny for the quality and flavor. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!

Tried the 100-layer doughnut and it did not disappoint! We ordered the vanilla cream, the samoa, and the maple glaze. One person in our group even declared the maple glaze the best donut they’ve ever had in their life. The merchandise was also super cute! Definitely worth a visit for donut lovers.

These donuts are the most amazing donuts that I have ever had!!! They are not just regular donuts, but they are layered like a pastry and then a creme or fruit filling is added between the layers!! We have actually planned 2 vacations around this place! I have been to 3 different locations for Five Daughters Bakery and received incredible service and donuts at all 3 locations. My husband and I cannot recommend this place enough! I hope that one of these days you will consider opening a location in Dallas/Ft.Worth!! ❤️😊❤️😊❤️

A must have to try and only in Nashville’s local tasty donut better than your famous brand of donuts. All donuts are made from the scratch. We tried grasshopper( choco&mint) and their triple rasberry. You can ask the staff what is their flavor or top pick(donut) of the day. They also serve breakfast and brunch, too.

Five Daughters Bakery is a must-stop tradition every time we’re in Nashville (The Gulch). From the moment you walk in, the smell of fresh-baked perfection and the warm, welcoming vibe never misses. The King Kong donut paired with a vanilla latte is our go-to combo—rich, indulgent, and completely worth every bite and sip. It’s more than just a bakery…it’s part of the Nashville experience for us. Every visit feels like a little celebration. Five Daughters, please open your next location in Charleston—we’re ready!

Eating a Five Daughters donut is an experience equivalent to learning how to ride a bike for the first time. The first bite is the same thrilling feeling you get when you learn to balance on the bike. The second bite is the emotions that rip through your body because you achieved the goal or in this case found one of the best donuts you ever tasted. And finally the satisfaction feeling of having enjoyed such a marvelous piece of art. Needless to say I highly recommend these donuts if you travel to Tennessee.

One of the best donuts I have had in my entire life and my husband said his chocolate chip cookie was the best as well. Busy little bakery but friendly atmosphere and welcoming. My donut was a coconut cream and the best explanation is WOW!! They have bottled water for $1.00 each which helped with the sugar high and the heat outside. I would love to visit again when in the area.

Donut stop believing in the power of sugar and carbs. I’ve been off sugar for a little while, but decided to treat myself to a doughnut after lunch. I’m not disappointed. I got the lemon icebox doughnut and waited to eat it so I could stuff my face in the privacy of my own home. The doughnut pastry is light and is almost a cross between a croissant and doughnut. It was filled with delicious and delicate lemon icing. Honestly, it was the best doughnut I have ever eaten. I definitely recommend this place. Hole-y Moly, these doughnuts are amazing. Take my word for it, life is short, eat the doughnut! 🍩

This bakery has been on my list for years. I didn't get a chance to stop by last year but I had a few hours to myself and stopped by for coffee and a donut at one of their downtown locations. TBH my expectations were low because a lot of times when you see aesthetically pleasing photos of pastries on social media the food isn't always great. However, the donut I had exceeded my expectations and I'm upset I didn't buy another one to take with me for later. I got The Purist which is a no frills donut, just their signature layered dough with a glaze. It was so soft and fluffy and I'm daydreaming about how good it was as I type this. Service was great. Coffee was alright.

Hundred Layer donut? Don't mind if I do! Keep it simple and order the Vanilla Crème. They have minis and regular size donut. I didn't love the apple fritter- not a whole lot of apple flavor and a little greasy. But the Lemon Icebox and the Purist (think glazed) were quite pillow-y perfection. So darn cute inside, too.

Great customer service! Explained the donut process and what makes them special. The donuts were so flakey and butter and fresh. Absolutely delish and had a great atmosphere and super instagramable graphics inside and outside. Highly recommend these treats. The cookies looked so yummy too... next time I will try them for sure. They also offer drip and ice coffee only at this location (no espresso) but it was still good.

Five Daughters Bakery is the Gulch is a must visit when in the area! My friend and I stopped in here as she heard they had gluten free options, and they sure did as well as a great line up of non-gluten free donuts too. I tried the mini blueberry donut and it was absolutely delicious! The shop was so cute and has cozy seating indoors as well as patio seating outside. The service was quick and the staff were very friendly. I'd highly recommend stopping in to any of their locations!

Expensive, but a Nashville staple. Just get an 100 layer doughnut if you have never had one. It's worth at least one. The iced teddy graham latter was decent. 6/10 - nothing spectacular, but better than a chillebrew at killbrew coffee.

My wife and I are still having dreams about their donuts... I have a fear I will have to travel back to Nashville just to taste their donuts again. Quick service, and a place where you can order and go or sit in a great atmosphere. Wife got the chocolate sea salt donut, and I got the chocolate chip cookie dough. Both were amazing, although the lean on the winning order went to the wife. I have had donuts back since returning to Denver and I get sad thinking about Five Daughters donuts... Skip your vacation workout, this is a great, unhealthy breakfast to start out the day, we will definitely hit up one of the locations on a return visit, The Gulch is a cool area to wander around when digesting the massive amount of sugar you just ate, and see you there...

I am a sucker for a good donut. It's one of the top things that I look up when visiting a new place. Five Daughters Bakery kept popping up, so I knew I had to go. The shop pretty and pink - my kind of place. We opted for 3 mini donuts to share, and honestly the mini size was plenty. Each of us thought ours was the best. Mine was the blueberry lemon, and I'm still daydreaming about it!

At first bite, it was a frickin mazing! Messy, but amazing. The strawberry lemon shortcake and the mini glazed did now disappoint. We had just eaten and meant to take a bite, and I almost didn't get a picture. It was croissant like with just enough sweet and tart. Soft and fluffy. I'm only taking away a star because on the second trip, the white chocolate raspberry was a little dry and underwhelming. They were also out of donut holes which was a bummer. I will definitely be back if I ever visit Nashville again.

We went here via a recommendation from the folks at the Rustler Hat Co. They explained how the coffee was extremely strong and the donuts there were so delicious that you had to be careful of not eating six by yourself. So myself and a colleague went to grab a quick afternoon snack. We were there probably around 3:45 and it was pretty busy. There were roughly eight other guests in the store and the individual behind the counter was working extremely hard to take orders, make drinks, get the different Donuts people were asking for, and still do it all with a smile. I ended up getting one of the pre-made drinks at was done with oat milk. And it was extremely delicious. The oat milk really brought out the flavors of the coffee which is something I really admire in pre-can drinks. My colleague ordered a latte for herself. She appreciates her drinks being on the sweeter side, and it was definitely made perfect for her as she finished almost half of it on the walk back to the store. I ended up getting one of the small donuts to try it out considering the warning we got from the folks at the hat Co. It is definitely delicious. It might have been because it was more towards the end of the day. The donut didn't taste as fresh and it felt like it needed just a little bit more glaze on it. My suggestion there is try to go when they are fresh out the oven so you can experience all the flavors. Other than that overall good experience, and I would definitely say potentially having one more person there to help would be nice.

Some of the best donuts I've ever had. Good little spot and was served quickly. Would def come back to this bakery when I'm back in Nashville

I first tried Five Daughters Bakery years ago and fell in love, so I knew I had to get my hands on their 100-layer cronuts again during my visit to Nashville. My friends and I were shopping in the area, so we decided to stop in to this store. The store is cute and welcoming. The staff was friendly and helpful. I ordered the following: Blueberry lavender cronut Salted caramel yeast Snowcap cookie Cold brew Though I absolutely love their cronuts, I opted for just one cronut because I also wanted one of their yeast donuts as well as a cookie. We had just had a hearty brunch two hours before so I wasn't overly hungry. The treats were intended for later. However, I was ready for a second cup of coffee, so I ordered a smooth cold brew as well. The donuts were just as good as I remembered! I missed them so much. It was my first time trying the cookie, and it was amazing. I'm so glad I got to enjoy Five Daughters Bakery donuts again while in Nashville!

Our second time here. And we have now been to two of your locations; see other Yelp review. Quality/Quantity - Purist - Interesting. Just tasted like a glaze donut to me??? I could not taste the 100 layers? Is this a wanna be "cronut?" Vanilla Creme - Okay, my family really liked the creme, but it was not my taste. Pumpkin Spice Latte - We thought this would be our favorite, but the flavor was off. Not a pumpkin flavor we are used to...? Maybe due to the spice...? Spice Apple Glaze - My daughter's and my favorite. Best and most flavorful. Atmosphere - Small bakery. Single stall unisex bathroom. Could use a stronger fan... Or some air fresheners. Open 7 days a week from 7am or 8am until sold out. From my experience, they have little to no good donuts left after 5pm. Service - Good. Greeted us when we entered, thanked us on the way out. Called for extra help when it got busy. Price - $13. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success with this location this year and your 10 total locations. Great to hear that you are 3rd generation bakers. Hey, what happens if you decide to have another daughter...? Lol.

These donuts are expensive and worth it. You just have to splurge and try it. You'll love it as long as you enjoy sweet, indulgent, did I mention sweet? Service was really quick despite the long line - we tried 4 different flavors and all were good. Honestly the Purist was my favorite even though it was the simplest. I find the filled ones are just a tad TOO sweet for me. This plain one hits the spot. All of their locations are really pretty - happy vibes, pink colors. It's a must try in Nashville.

It was a lovely quiet afternoon and i have been to the Five Daughters Bakery in the Factory in Franklin but it was my 1st time here. The donuts are all good so you can't go wrong with any selection. And dining in this lovely cozy spot is just absolutely divine. There is also 1hr free parking provided by Metropolis. A nice little sweet treat for sure

Just a quick note to say thanks! I stopped by the Gulch location today after lunch. Needed to try the 100 layer croissant dough donuts. Was not disappointed. Even though they were sold out of the vanilla cream , the salted chocolate was INSANE. Thankfully, I added an iced coffee to avoid complete comatose. Excited to be bringing other flavors home to the family. Quick special thanks to the really patient, sweet and hardworking young lady working solo in the Gulch! She took on a crowd with ease!

One of our favorite dessert stops in Nashville was five daughters bakery. We tried both a strawberry and a lemon donut. Both were cooked perfection and great. It was great seating on the inside and such a trendy cute spot to meet friends.

My husband and I went early evening, so there weren't many options available, so next time we come back we will have to go right when they open! Our goal was to try the infamous 100 layer donut, which I believe is called The Purist, and it has got to be one of the most delicious donuts we have had! I kind of regret not going back before we left Nashville and taking some back home. We also got the Pumpkin Spice Latte, which was good aside from the filling. It almost reminded me of baby food...? The flavor of the icing and dough was great, but we avoided the filling because it wasn't our favorite, y'all it just didn't taste the greatest. The Mini Vanilla Cream and Mini Spiced Apple Glaze were okay, they were a little stale, but obviously it was nearing closing time when we went. Honestly though, the star was for us was The Purist. My husband is very particular on his glazed donuts, and he will always compare my homemade donuts to any other bakery, so him saying he enjoyed them from here says a lot! We will be back!

We heard so much about Five Daughters Bakery so we decided to pay it a visit. Unfortunately they ran out of the apple fritter donuts we wanted to try, so we settled for a Pumpkin Spice Latte mini donut. I did not care for it at all. There was way too much cream on the outside and in the inside. Especially since it's a mini donut, the cream was too overwhelming for the small amount of dough. The flavor was okay. I'd like to come back one day to try more of their donuts, but for now I left feeling a bit disappointed.

Wife and I were in town for a Post Malone concert last and tried this place one day while we were there. The cronuts were unreal, especially the maple bacon one. Coffee was pretty good too. We'd love to come back here when we visit Nashville again.

Took an uber to try this popular donut spot. Ah, the donuts were just ok. Not worth the drive over to the area. Small Small seating area outside if the at to stay to eat your treats. Close to a very small shopping street with some small shops and coffee shops.

Went as a last second decision passing by, and so glad we did. Workers were friendly and helped us out. Inside was clean and inviting, and the donuts were very good!

Beautiful design. And I love the take away boxes. High quality, the perfect pink, the perfect design. But unfortunately, the Quinn doughnut which does say that it is salty and sweet was like eating a bag of salt. And I've never not finished a doughnut until today. I'm sorry, but I've been let down by a donut shop.

When i say these donuts were yummy, I could have ordered atleast 10 more. They were perfect balance of sweetness. They were nice and fluffy and they had a good range of flavors. The staff were go nice. I wish I could have made it back before my flight back home. I can't wait to go back and try other flavors on my next visit to Tennessee

We went to their location in the assembly food hall. Staff were kind and attentive. The shop was clean. They kept the line moving. We got one large donut and 2 mini donuts. The chocolate frosting on the mini donut was so incredible good. The donuts were moist and soft. We enjoyed everything we got!

On my birthday trip to nashville this past weekend I had a list on places I wanted to try . Five daughters bakery was on that list of places . We went to the bakery located on 12th South . We went around 11:30 am and there was no line . We were serviced right away I order the vanilla crème donut . We decided to sit in the side of the bakery and eat this donut . This location has seating on the side of the bakery and in front of the bakery . Now to the donut, amazing and definitely worth the hype. I have never had a donut that's light and airy with vanilla crème filling that melts in your mouth , which a delicious crème icing on top. It was soo good I went back inside and a chocolate donut and the King Kong donut . And they were all amazing . The King Kong donut does have bacon on top but if you're not a bacon lover please still try the donut . They do not only sell donuts but they also sell cookies too. So please do me a favor and please go to five daughters . It doesn't matter the location just go . I will definitely be visiting again . Until next time five daughters.

I was exploring Nashville and killing some time, and I decided to pop in here. I had just come from brunch so I wasn't hungry, but I decided to have a tasty London fog tea latte, it was delicious! I also appreciated that I could just sit and relax and enjoy my tea. The donuts looked amazing and they had many visitors! I need to come back here with an appetite to try some treats one day.

This place was definitely a treat. They had so many donuts and cronuts and more. The vibe was fun. The staff was great. I got to try a large assortment of items and everything was delicious. I came here on a trip to Nashville and I wish there was one in my area.

Five Daughters Bakery has become a beloved spot in the city, known for its signature "100-layer" donuts that combine flakiness and softness, creating a croissant-like texture that stands out from other donut shops. Although there are many donut options around, this unique twist makes Five Daughters a must-try. Located in the Gulch, the shop can get busy quickly, but the charming pink décor and the sweet aroma of freshly baked donuts make the wait worthwhile. Their menu offers a variety of regular, seasonal, and festive flavors, along with traditional yeast donuts and paleo options--all equally delicious. While I haven't tried the cookies yet, they looked fantastic, and I'll be sampling them on my next visit. The donuts are soft, fresh, and perfectly layered to hold the rich fillings piped inside, offering a buttery delight that's like a blend of a donut and a croissant. Whether enjoyed alone or shared with friends, these donuts are a real treat, and their lovely packaging makes them an excellent gift option too.

Donuts are hands down my favorite sweet treat and these did not disappoint we tried so many of them. In mini form because ya know the figure haha. They were delicious!

its so pretty and clean in this location, the store was very well kept . the service was amazing , the staff are the sweetest people you could meet . the donuts are amazing every time!

Y'all... I was so excited to visit Five Daughters Bakery in Nashville. We couldn't choose what to get, so we got a 1/2 dozen. I have only tried one cronut before... in an airport somewhere. This was my first experience with fresh and artisanal cronuts. Oh my goodness! They were all amazing! I think the salted caramel chocolate was the best. There were five us and we had the best time! Super cute decor. 10/10 recommend!

Great doughnuts, flavorful, moist and fresh! Fast service, and they were personable and explained the different doughnuts in detail. Cute interior,,23 snagged a comfy couch and had a nice break for the heat while enjoying our sweet treat!

What an amazing bakery! I came here later in the day for a dessert after lunch, and I was not disappointed! The atmosphere was nice, the staff was friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, they were out of the maple glazed donut, so I had the King Kong (same with bacon). Honestly, wasn't a huge fan of the bacon, but the donut itself was phenomenal. This is a must go destination for any donut lover!

5/5 definitely worth the hype! The donuts are so soft and fresh. Has the perfect texture and all of them are delicious! Highly recommend the purist. It was absolutely amazing and the dough they used had great taste. Probably the best doughnut I've ever had. This location is extremely cute with ample seating and chic style tables. It's comfy and the service is quick and friendly. I would definitely come back to try all the donuts! Recommend getting there early since they do sell out

I was surprised with one while visiting Nashville. Cronuts are my favorite type of donut so I was very happy to try this. I chose "The Purist" which was your typical glazed. The donut wasn't too sweet and melted in my mouth. It was light and flaky which I liked. Finally, there were so many layers which made for a sick cross-section. One of the best donuts I've had.

Even before I started planning my trip to Nashville, Five Daughters had popped up on my social media feed. I am a lover of doughnuts and croissants, and knew this was on my must-have list. I walked over on Sunday morning after checking out the Gulch (such a cute area). The staff actually got locked out for a little bit but when we finally made it in, it was so cute inside. I love that they have a few outlets available too for those that need to get some work done. I grabbed a mini cinnamon 100-layer, a regular lemon 100-layer, and the cinnamon crunch yeast donut. I also impulsively grabbed some donut holes to snack on as I walked. They were pretty good for donut holes, bordering on "too sweet" for my preference. After wandering Nashville some more, I found a park to try out the donuts. The cinnamon 100-layer was immaculate in taste and visuals - the layers were stunning. The lemon was a little crumbly for my preference, and the cinnamon crunch was fine. Definitely grabbing more to bring back for my fiance!

This favorite was on our list as we traveled to Nashville. We stumbled upon their newest location while bumbling through the Assembly Food Hall on a Friday evening. The service staff was super pleasant and walked us through tastes and textures and some of their favorite's. We ordered: Note: Each of the donuts we ordered were their signature 100 layer donuts which is a hybrid of a croissant and a donut. The Mini Purist (7.5/10) - we always like to try simple so we have a baseline. This donut was fluffy and the vanilla bean glaze gave a simple neutral taste. We used this a palette cleanser before diving into each of the other two. Maple Glaze (9/10) - this was my second favorite of the three we ordered. The buttercream filling was done just right and the notes of dusted cinnamon on top was the perfect addition. Mini Cinnamon Cream Cheese (9/10) - this was my personal favorite. Generously top in cinnamon and rolled in sugar this was a delight. The cream cheese filling was delicious and balanced out the sweet. If this was warm it would for sure been a 10/10, and I'll get into that shortly. However, to be clear, I still would get this donut every time! My only issue which is a non issue and is for certain a me thing, is that I prefer warm donuts. I like a nice soft gooey texture with every bite whereas these are donuts that sit and get grabbed with every order so they are a little dryer. Definitely doesn't deter me from eating but next time I'm going to take them home to pop in the microwave for a few seconds. Again, this is very much a personal preference and if the donuts had been warm, this would've been a 5 star experience without question.

Everything I tried was phenomenal! Would recommend and intend to go back. Such a cute little place also offers coffee I did not try this visit

Checked out Five Daughters Bakery while staying in The Gulch and absolutely loved this spot! The donuts are photo-worthy as pieces of art but don't just stare at them; eat them! Opted to treat myself with a Churro Crunch donut and then a Maple donut, as well. Both of them were downright silly how good they were and to say these donuts might make your day instantly better is not an over-exaggeration. These donuts are rich but fluffy at the same time and the flavor is right up there with some of the finest donuts you will ever have. The shop has some coffee options available and a few savory sandwiches, too, but please do yourself a solid and just pick some donuts that appeal to you and call it a day. You definitely won't be disappointed!

Had to try these croissant type donuts. They are a bit pricey. I wasn't wowed by them. Nothing spectacular but worth trying once.

Did I really just drive 30 miles to Nashville for a donut? Yes, I did and I have zero regrets. This place was delicious, hands down the best donut I've ever eaten. We had two of the 100 layer donuts, one Vietnamese Coffee flavored donut, and one malted peanut butter flavored. Both donuts were amazing and I'd make the drive and deal with Nashville traffic again in a heartbeat to eat there again. The donuts are a little pricey at close to $5 bucks a piece, but it is money well spent in my opinion.

Chocolate Sea Salt Doughnut: Five Daughters Bakery is a family business in Franklin, Tennessee. The bakery is owned and operated by the Meek Family, which includes their five daughters. Their signature item is known as the 100 Layer Donut, which is a hybrid of a croissant and a donut (basically their version of a Cronut). 100 Layer Donuts take up to three days to make and once cooked, they're rolled in sugar, filled with cream, and topped with a heavenly glaze. Seven staple flavors are offered year-round along with limited time flavors that change from month to month. Unfortunately, I could not visit the bakery myself, but my parents were nice enough to bring me some doughnuts after visiting my brother in Nashville. The Chocolate Sea Salt Doughnut is rolled in sugar, infused with chocolate buttercream and topped with salted chocolate glaze. Texturally, the outside of the doughnut is crisp and sweet while the interior is chewier. After my second bite, I encountered plenty of chocolate buttercream lurking inside the pastry. I'm a tough customer when it comes to doughnuts that are supposed to be "packed" with filling and are not (Stan's), but it's safe to say Five Daughters Bakery knows what they're doing. In fact, the entire doughnut hole in the center is even plugged with the buttercream. My doughnut also had buttercream covering most of the sides (which I appreciated), but I don't know if this is standard or not because I also had a Maple 100 Layer Donut and neither the hole nor the sides had buttercream. Their buttercream frosting was incredibly rich and reminded me almost of butter. Great milk chocolate flavor with hints of sea salt. If I'm ever in Nashville I will definitely visit the bakery myself. Doughboy approved! *Also, great customer service. I emailed them a question about nutritional information and not only did they provide me with it, but they also replied the same day (Thanks Ronnie Meek!). Unlike other businesses that sometimes take weeks to respond (The Cheesecake Factory). Doughboy_Food_Reviews

I went to Five Daughters bakery for the first time TODAY ! Oh my goodness. Everyone was telling me how delicious their donuts are and honey, I am glad I BELIEVED THEM !! The service was wonderful ! I was served by Tyesha and she is AMAZING ! The ambiance is extremely casual. I love it and I definitely plan to return soon !!

Hands down the best donuts in Nashville! They're donut/cronuts but so so so good. They also rotate flavors each month so definitely will be back to try more!

The donuts are amazing! I had the chocolate sea salt and the King Kong - delicious! I wish I lived closer to enjoy more often!

I rated it a 3 only because they didn't have anything I could eat. They had vegan treats and gluten free treats, but nothing was vegan AND gluten free. Anyway, we heard so much hype about this place so we went in and my friends bought different treats. The one everyone raved about was the 100 layer donut. One friend even bought a box of donuts to bring back to Canada for her family. It must be pretty good as you see so many people on the street walking with their pink boxes:)

We visited for cronuts after ordering online for pickup. We went big with the King Kong and the cinnamon sugar as a less intense option. Both were fresh with lots of tasty layers. The KK was a lot, the cronut with sugary coating, a filling that was not cloyingly sweet, maple glaze and sliced bacon. The maple overwhelms all the other flavors for me, but when deconstructed could still be enjoyed. The cinnamon sugar in contrast was a perfect delivery of flavors for my experience. I also had an iced latte with oat milk that was perfectly made. The shop is very cute and had a nice bakery feel. The staff were courteous and professional. This will rate another visit anytime we are in the area.

Stumbled upon this bakery during our busy to the Gulch. the lemon ice box donut was one of the best items I've ever tasted with the fresh lemon curd in the middle. All of their pastries so neatly displayed are like mini works of art. I would have loved to try more things but the price point of the items was not conducive to doing so. I will just take everyone's word that everything is delicious. There are several locations of this bakery throughout Nashville and they serve coffee too!

I originally tried their location on south 12th, but this one is so much closer to where I live. Inside here, the space is way more open with a lot more indoor seating than the 12 south location. I got one of their seasonal 100-layer donuts (always go with the 100-layer donuts) it was the strawberry lemon shortcake. It has a homemade strawberry jam and was a BANGER. Also had their sausage egg and cheese biscuit (normally they run out pretty early in the day so I was lucky to get one at 10am). They have all of their same familiar favorites from the other locations, but this one is just a lot less compact and more order-stay-and-eat friendly. If this is your first time going, would strongly recommend their strawberry fields 100-layer donut.