Mrs. Murphy's Donuts - Manchester Center, VT

Forget about the national chains. Once you’ve had a real sinker at the counter of this storefront coffee shop, you can never go back to junk-food donuts. They are the simplest pastries imaginable: sturdy circles with a good crunch to their skin and creamy-soft insides.

100% Approval Rating (4 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

Donut ($1.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

" Mrs. Murphy’s is good evidence that New England donuts are the best. Forget about the national chains. Once you’ve had a real sinker at the counter of this storefront coffee shop, you can never go back to junk-food donuts. All kinds are available and displayed on ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

1/13/2005 - Michael Stern, $3
4/14/2004 - Michael Stern, $3
12/1/2003 - Michael Stern, $0

Map & Directions

374 Depot St., Manchester Center, VT
802-362-1874

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Breakfast, Lunch
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	No
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"Breakfast at dawn: a mug of coffee and two donuts. On the bottom is a "honey dew," a cake donut with sugar glaze. On top is cinnamon."
Michael Stern

"At about 6:30 am, one of Mrs. Murphy's two U-shaped counters was filled with locals. It was spring, and so much of the conversation was about sap and the maple syrup harvest."
Michael Stern

"This is the sort of restaurant where it's difficult to feel alone, even if you choose to sit at a table to the left. Counter seats are a choice opportunity to partake of community news and opinion."
Michael Stern

"Mrs. Murphy's is a humble little storefront that serves some of the best donuts in the Northeast. And that's saying plenty, because Northeastern donuts set the standard."
Michael Stern

"Mrs. Murphy's makes all kinds of donuts, and while the maple-frosted, honey dips, and honey dews are highlights, we prefer absolutely plain (or sour cream): ideal for eating out of hand, or for dunking."
Michael Stern

"Breakfast to go: a small pyramid of Mrs. Murphy's donuts on the dashboard of my car. They are sour cream on the left, blueberry cake on the right, and honey dip towards the back."
Michael Stern