Ray's Donuts

Ray's Donuts

Reviews Summary

Ray's Donuts in Canton is consistently praised for its exceptional, fresh, and fluffy donuts, with a wide variety of flavors, including favorites like red velvet, maple bacon, and sour cream. Customers highlight the friendly, helpful staff and excellent customer service, often noting free samples or extra treats. The breakfast sandwiches, kolaches, and boba tea are also highly recommended. Many reviewers compare Ray's favorably to chains like Dunkin' and Krispy Kreme, calling it the best local spot. The shop is clean, affordable, and sells out quickly, so early visits are advised. A standout gem for donut lovers.

About This Listing

Who Can Visit?

Most donut shops welcome all ages—perfect for families and kids
Some locations offer sit-down areas, while others are grab-and-go
No prior ordering knowledge needed—staff can help you choose flavors
Casual dress is welcome—some shops may have outdoor seating
Allergy-friendly options may be available (ask in advance)
Group orders and celebrations welcome—pre-orders may be required

*Note: Seating, menu, and accessibility may vary by shop. Contact your local spot for details.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time guests can simply walk in and browse the display or menu. Staff are happy to offer recommendations and explain specialty flavors. Some shops even offer sample bites or combo deals for newcomers.

Common Considerations:

Allergens Some donuts may contain nuts, dairy, or gluten—always ask if unsure
Availability Popular flavors can sell out early, especially on weekends

*Note: Menus and specials may vary. Ask staff or check online for daily options.*

What to Bring

Cash or card—most donut shops accept both, but some are cashless
Phone or camera—perfect for snapping and sharing your sweet finds
Appetite! Fresh donuts are best enjoyed warm and on the spot

*Note: Payment methods and policies vary by location. Check signage or ask staff.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check store hours and peak times—early visits offer the best selection
Call ahead for large orders or special boxes
Bring friends or coworkers—sharing a dozen is half the fun
Dress casually—many shops are walk-up counters or offer outdoor seating
Leave pets at home unless it’s a pet-friendly location
Check for limited-time flavors, holidays specials, or preorder events
Set a treat budget if you’re shopping with kids
Bring a reusable bag or box if buying in bulk

*Note: Each shop may offer different experiences—check social media for updates.*

How to Get Started

Most shops accept walk-ins! For custom orders, pre-ordering is best. Ask about gift boxes or subscription options.

Other Helpful Info

Visits usually take 10–30 minutes, unless you're sitting down to enjoy
Weekends can be busier—plan ahead for quicker service
Seasonal or limited-edition donuts often rotate monthly
Some locations offer donut decorating kits or workshops
Gift cards, boxes, and party platters are often available

*Note: Features, pricing, and offerings vary by donut shop. Always check ahead.*

Contact Information

Address

245 Riverstone Pkwy

Canton, Georgia 30114

Hours

Monday 5AM-3PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5AM-3PM
Thursday 5AM-3PM
Friday 5AM-3PM
Saturday 5AM-3PM
Sunday 5:30AM-2PM

Customer Reviews

I would just go here for the donuts. By the time we got there many were already sold out- Sunday 11am. I got the jalape?o kolache. It wasn?t spicy. I think it was just okay. The croissant sandwiches are all right. Drinks were good. Just nothing special here. I drove 20 min to come here because our closest donut shop that we love was closed.

Ray?s Donuts is hands-down my favorite donut shop. Their selection is always fresh, unique, and full of flavor. Every visit feels like a treat, and it?s hard to pick just one favorite. Some of my go-to choices are the apple fritter, cinnamon bun, crumb, and red velvet?but honestly, you can?t go wrong with anything on the menu. The quality and variety set them apart from other spots. I often bring Ray?s Donuts to customers and meetings, and they?re always a hit. It?s one of those places that never disappoi

Got a couple free donut holes with our order, maple bacon, red velvet, cream cheese, strawberry and cream cheese filled. Absolutely amazing and extremely affordable. Staff were very welcoming. Definitely will be a returning customer.

Today was my first visit there. I had to grab something sweet to take to a customer. I stumbled onto Ray's donuts. The selection and price for the dozen is awesome. My customers employees loved the donuts. I had gotten variety. Side note.. I picked a cronut or something similar to that name.. and OH MY GOSHHHHH... it was so amazing!!!! When I'm back in Canton.. I'm coming here just to get another one of those or several.. lol. If you've not stopped in here, then you're totally missing out!

Honestly, not even from around here but this is definitely a MUST STOP by spot every time I come through Georgia. Just tried a strawberry banana smoothie with strawberry boba pearls and it was amazing! Don?t forget to try their filled donuts, ALSO AMAZING! Oh, and don?t get me started on the croissants. They?re so good! 5 times, 17 bucks. That?s a steal nowadays?? Make sure to stop by here for sure!!

Top tier. Best blueberry and apple fritters. Great donuts. Fantastic breakfast croissants. Fast friendly service. Reasonable prices. Locally owned. What?s more to like?

Always excellent! The donuts are great with a good selection, the breakfast sandwiches are warm and filling, and the thai tea will help you wake up : )

Best donuts in canton Ga. Owners family has been making donuts their entire lives, and they have the best breakfast croissant sandwiches anywhere around! Everything cooked to order; the maple bacon donuts will make you feel like they should be illegal they taste so good!

I?m from Augusta Georgia and happened to be in town for a vendor meeting. I was on my way to Dunkin? Donuts and saw Rays so I thought I?d give them a try. The donut shop was very clean. The employees were very friendly, and the donuts are amazing to top it off their prices or somehow still lower than anywhere I?ve ever been for donuts if I?m ever in Canton again, I?ll make sure to stop back by.

My soul food of doughnuts!! Large selection of old-fashioned doughnuts. Everything is made fresh. Bacon, egg, and cheese on a plain bagel is good, too.

Really good donuts. Nice flavors. The yeast donuts are especially light, and actually melt in your mouth. It may not look like much from the outside, but this place is definitely better than any of the nearby chains. Worth a visit.

Best donuts hands down. My daughter's faves are the Boston Cream, Strawberry Fruity Pebbles, and the Chocolate Bars. My partner loves the breakfast wrap/burrito, and of course the donuts, too. Sending a big thank you to the staff at Ray's in Canton. I appreciate you!

The SOFTESS, FRESH DONUTS AND prices are BETTER than DUNKIN DONUTS!!!! HANDS DOWN Love their DONUTS and their breakfast bagels sandwiches are great. Reminds me a little.of back home NY style deli breakfast sandwiches! hard to come by here in the south too.

Amazing donuts with great variety. Would highly recommend!

Now I can say I had the best Apple and Blueberry Fritter ever! Well done Ray?s! I love the service I get every time that I come in, it feels like family?Dunkin Donuts cannot hold a candle. Located on Riverstone and Reinhardt Parkway in Canton

WOW! MY 1ST TIME HERE! AND IT WAS AMAZING! My go to chocolate frosted donut at 1st bite a WOW A 10! Daniel the counter person was super friendly and helpful and knowledgeable! The place clean and donuts not to be missed! If you're anywhere close to Canton check this donut shop out! Rays is a hidden gem!

We have loved these donuts (original location Marietta) for several years now and they are the best donuts around. They should win some kind of donut golden globe award. So good.

I treat myself every few months to the best donuts I have ever had. All are great, but the red velvet is the one!

Best donuts around! If you like good donuts, then Ray's is the place to go. Great selection, including maple bacon and the rare Buttermilk bar!

Don?t let the looks of this place fool you, the donuts are delicious! I like how they include a few donuts holes as complimentary for your purchase. The donut holes are delish as well!

I feel like I've been having a donut crisis lately. One donut shop after another has the same issue with their plane glaze donuts. They all taste and look like those sorry soggy things Dunkin calls donuts. Like the donut didn't cool enough before they added the way too thin and watered down glaze. I've been trying one place after another until I found Ray's. Nothing fancy or extra but just a great, in fact perfect, regular donut. It's just a basic old fashioned donut shop that makes excellent donut

A wide variety of unique and delectable donuts, not typically found in conventional donut establishments, are available for your selection. These donuts are consistently fresh and promptly served, ensuring an exceptional culinary experience. Additionally, the sandwiches offered are truly remarkable. The knowledgeable and courteous staff is always ready to assist you and provide recommendations, ensuring a delightful and memorable visit.

This is our GO-TO place for work, and home! They have a large selection of donuts & breakfast sandwiches. My favorite is ham, egg, and cheese croissant! The staff is friendly, and helpful.

One of the guys at work bought a box of donuts, that had multiple different donuts in it and they were amazing. We have started getting a box of donuts from here at least once a week.

Surprised to have found this place but wow! Great great place. All of the food is awesome. The chai tea is perfect. Go Go Go!

Absolutely the best !!!!! Everything I have got there is on point. The taste is on point. Found my new doughnut place . Very sweet kind people. Will be telling everyone about this place . The best of the best .

I get donuts here at least once a month. Always fresh and delicious.

Great affordable prices and quality product. I absolutely love their melt-in-your-mouth donuts which are just the right sweetness, and their delicius boba drinks and breakfast sandwiches! Have been going since they opened and will continue to do so! Would most definitely recommend!

Holy smokes, best breakfast croissant ever! The doughnuts are a million times better than Dunkin.

I'm kind of a dunkin donuts guy but im so glad i didnt find one. First off, the prices were really good. I was late getting into Ray's (about 10:30-11am) so I didn't get to see or try everything, but, the strawberry, and blueberry turnovers were amazing and the glazed were better than I've ever had, (even better than Krispy kreme). The blueberry fritters were something like I've never tasted. The crunch on the outside with beautiful blueberries inside with a nice soft inside blew my mind. I would make a tri

Delicious donuts. Our group tried 3 different types and they all were fantastic.

Best donuts around. So soft and fresh, great variety.

So freakin? excited that we have kolaches SO close to our new place!! They were delicious as were the donut holes and the maple bacon donut bite I managed to talk hubby out of! Can?t wait for all the weekends!!

Just moved to Georgia and have been looking for good donut place. I think this is it. The service was awesome, selection was great and the pricing is good. Will definitely be returning. Thank you for great experience.

This small local establishment is amazing g and has some of the most delicious donuts I have ever enjoyed! Their maple bacon donuts are simply divine!!!!

Donuts and Kolaches are delicious. But the service is amazing. I came there and ended up driving over a glass bottle on my way into the parking spot, which popped a hole in my tire. They came out to check on me and make sure I was getting help. They even came out and swept up the glass under my car so I didn't have problems pulling out. After the tire had been changed, I went in and grabbed some donuts. After getting back into the car to leave, I realized they threw in a bunch of donut holes that I didn't o

Hands down best donuts and even better it?s local owned?the folks who work there are always nice and don?t judge me when I buy 6 that I?m most likely not going to share with anyone else, and I?m most likely going to eat all of them alone in my car in front of their front door without even leaving the parking lot. I have no shame.

Best place to get donuts in Canton! Drinks are good too!

Good donuts, bacon egg and cheese croissant, and awesome service!

Great donuts!! The location in Marietta is very popular. So excited they?re in Canton

Always great. Donuts, cinnamon rolls, coffee. Everything. We love ray's and drive past another donut shop to get there.

The reviews were not wrong - these donuts were delicious! I had a sour cream donut, and it was the perfect texture: light and fluffy with a crisp outside, expertly glazed. My family had blueberry, Boston cream, and chocolate, and they said they were also works of art.

It's a donut shop you Gwin. They have good smoothies so that takes a while to get that. So if you're gonna get it on your way to work, go a bit earlier. The problem is, they're very limited and how long you can get a donut. Cause they sell up pretty quickly and say don't refresh.

Ray's Donuts are the best donuts in Georgia, in my opinion. I buy donuts at Ray's a couple times a week. My advice is get there as early as possible because they sell out fast. The early bird gets the donut!!! ( they always give you free holes). Microwave them for 12 seconds and they are so good!

Rays reminds us of the donut shops in California. Donuts are great. Daniel, the owner, is friendly.

Rays has the absolute beat apple and blueberry fritters. Cannot rave enough

They serve one of the best donuts I've tasted. Don't go to Dunkin, go here, they have better quality!! There was a generous lady who saw that I hadn't had enough money for the donuts and she took of $2 from my order??

Excellent donuts and the staff is always friendly!!

I love donuts! I have gone to the franchise places, specialty privately owned places, and hyped up amusement park locations. Ray?s is by far the best donuts our family has ever had. Thank you for contributing to my carb and sugar addiction. We love you Ray?s!

Our regular donut shop is closed on Monday and we needed a donut fix on our way out of town. Ray's had my husband's preferred flavor; chocolate covered cake which was a HUGE bonus. The service was good and the Donuts were very tasty. I got the chocolate covered sour cream and I would get it again. Closed on Tuesday's so keep that in mind!

Ray's Donuts is always fantastic. Great selection and their Thai Tea is phenomenal. The breakfast sandwiches are so yummy! Must check out if you want a quick breakfast.

Some of THE BEST donuts I?ve ever had! We also got breakfast bagel sandwiches & a milk tea with boba which were equally AMAZING. & so affordable!! Cheap in price & expensive in quality. Also incredible customer service. The man up front was so kind & patient while we decided what to get. Such a variety, I wanted to try everything! The store was impeccably clean, very clear social distancing marks, everyone wearing masks. I cannot stress enough how thrilled I am to have tried Ray?s Donuts & already can?t wai

Can't tell you how enjoyable it was to go in and speak to someone that actually makes donuts in store the donuts were fantastic I even went back and got my girlfriend some. One of the nice little surprises they gave me a couple of donut holes just as a thank you. Owner operated again all types of donuts made fresh you have to get there early they close at 3:00 and they don't hold donuts over to the next day they're gone that day. Thank you so much for doing them in house, get together people take care of ou

There is nothing about this place that I don?t love. It?s become a weekly visit for me because I love donuts. Their donuts are so good that any other donut just tastes bleh to me now. Even just a good old classic glaze donut is just perfection. Not to mention their breakfast sandwiches on a croissant are mouth watering. They have a bunch of different drink selections in their coolers and they have coffee and such as well. They also always throw in a few donut holes when you get donuts. I always have to get

My husband went early this morning (Saturday). He got an assortment of two dozen donuts. I?ve read great reviews, so was excited to try some. Literally ate two bites and threw it away. It tasted like it was cooked in old oil. All you could taste was sweetness and old fryer oil. Tried a different flavor hoping it would be better, but nope; it was nasty, too. Husband and son did not like theirs either. The rest went into the garbage. My husband did say they had good service and wide variety, which is why they

Everything I've had here has been great. I stop as regularly as I can. I usually get an egg and cheese croissant, a milk tea or taro smoothie, and either a chocolate cake donut, an apple fritter, or a blueberry cream cheese turnover. Also, the staff is lovely.

I loved these homemade and fresh donuts. I'm enjoy the #1 & #2 largest donut shops in Atlanta but RAY'S DONUTS are better. Their sandwiches are good too and the staff is very efficient and courteous. It's located in a small shopping strip behind the Exxon gas station, don"t pass it by, you'll be glad you ate their food.

What!? This place is amazing! Hands down best donut in Canton GA. Price is more than fair. My first experience with this place was to pick 4 of the last donuts on the shelf. Do yourself and your tastebuds a favor and check this place out. Word to the wise: get there early. Or the donuts will be gone.

This place has the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever had, and the donuts are amazing! The glazed twists and glazed with coconut are the best. Everyone is always super nice and polite, it's always a good experience when we go here.

Donut holes, which normally are dismal, are absolutely delicious here! Breakfast sandwiches are super yummy as well. Bravo!

Lemon filled deliciousness! So many options that look yummy but I can?t get pasted the lemon filled. I did sneak a bite of my sons sour cream one.... really good too. I want to try the breakfast sandwiches also. Support local small business while enjoying a treat.

No custom donuts but the selection and diversity of donuts and fritters is great. Went in on Saturday before 8 and there was no wait and the service was on point. Appears to be family owned. I didn't have the breakfast sandwich but will add one next time

Rays is hands down my favorite spot for breakfast sandwiches + donuts! It?s dangerous living so close to them because I find myself craving Rays every morning but I am so thankful they are near by because this place definitely deserves 5 stars and more!

If I could Give 100 Stsrs I would! This place is absolutely amazing! Please Support This Local Spot! It has become a new weekend, family "tradition." Every weekend we each get a yummy, yummy Bobba drink. (We've been having a fun time trying out new flavors and combinations. ) && we get a box of donuts. It is definitely affordable. The staff is absolutely wonderful, and friendly. I bug them Every time I leave to ask about the different flavors of drinks lol this place is just so great. I highly recommen com

Be prepared to wait awhile if you order a hot breakfast sandwich, but honestly it?s well worth the wait. This place is awesome! I pick up donuts for customers here all the time and everyone that I take them to is obsessed! They do sell out sometimes so be prepared and show up early.

For those that have been raised on good old fashioned donuts, Ray?s is carrying the torch. In a world where everything is marketed as hand crafted and small batch, it?s great to find basic donuts that get the job done without the frills and the added margins. Great job Ray?s?.and for the rest of you Food Channel new age donut shops, take notes.

Was driving down to Hardee's and decided to try somthing new. Best decision I made the breakfast was awesome! I had a burrito and my husband had a crossont sandwich. We also bought some. Doughnuts which were nice and soft and full of flavor!!!! The lady that took our order was nice and threw in 3 Doughnut holes!!!! I definitely recommend this place!

Delicious donut spot. The fritters can?t be beat.

The only place that I will buy a donuts at. The employees here work long odd hours and some holidays, but make sure this place runs smoothly. Shout out to the employees who work hard at this location. Also the milk tea and boba tea is great! You can also door dash them which is great!

Delicious donuts for really a decent price. Same types and tastes and these posh new donut spots but not as expensive. Get there early for the good ones!

Ray's has the best donuts anywhere! I drive 25 miles for their many donut variations they have, employees are always quick to help and friendly, never a bad experience ever, thanks and keep doing what you do best.

Moved to Canton, GA and heard good things about Ray?s. Tried them out and was pleasantly impressed. Great donuts and customer service. I will be a regular customer.

Best dang doughnuts in Canton! You can smell the butter in them before you take a bite! Service is always on point and friendly.

Very good, soft donuts. The worker also gave us some donut holes for free which was super nice!! Those were amazing as well. Can?t go wrong with any of them.

An outstanding breakfast place. The donuts were delicious, the iced coffee was great, and the bagels were very good. The place doesn?t look great from the outside but don?t let that fool you! The food was amazing.

These are amazing!!! I?m a Krispy Kreme fan, but these donuts are much better.... to me. These are lighter and not quite as sweet as KK?s. They have a more buttery flavor, too!! I?m converted. Plus they gave me several free donuts without asking or saying anything. What a surprise in my bag! :D

Excellent quality, affordable, made fresh daily. Donuts, drinks and breakfast sandwiches are all top tier. If you havn't been to this location you're missing out!

Boba tea lovers we finally have it in canton!!!! Yasss I went in for donuts and was extremely surprised my favorite drink was on the menu! The pineapple boba tea with mango popping boba was amazing!!! I came right back with my little guys they love "bubble tea". Super Light and fluffy donuts with so many to pick from at a great price, kind helpful service made the experience amazing!

The breakfast sandwiches are great, the donuts are absolutely amazing. It's very clean inside and the staff is very nice. Just wish the outside that's attached to a gas station wasn't a trash heap.

Amazing!!!!!! Best donuts! Like I remembered Krispy Kreme in Alexandria, in 1958. About time Georgia has a good donut maker. Light and fluffy. THE BEST! The employees are patient, friendly and knowledgeable.

This place is heaven! The donuts are so soft and good. On par with Krispy Kreme. I always get some glazed and jam filled. Never disappointed!

I LOVE IT! we were going out for boba and stopped by the gas station right infront of rays donuts. I looked at their sign and said ?is that milk tea?? To my surprise it was! I usually go all the way to exit 1 for sweet hut. But I decided to give rays donuts?s boba a chance. It was sooo good! The boba has a nice consistency to it and has some flavor. The milk tea wasn?t too sweet, and wasn?t too bitter. It was just right. You can taste all of the flavors and they just come together nicely! It was like home m

I'm always looking for raised donut with chocolate frosting. They have it! Bathrooms are locked which seems weird for how far out of the city it is. Good coffee!

I use to frequent Ray?s Donuts in Marrietta during my time in college and I am so glad to see that there is a second location. They have a great and delicious selection of donuts and pastries your items and don?t sleep on their breakfast sandwiches they are amazing.

I've been getting doughnuts here for several weeks. I would choose this place to DD or Krispy Kreme and day. Amazing staff. Really good doughnuts too! Price is very reasonable for a dozen.

This location continues to be a disappointment. 10am and you are out of glazed? AGAIN? Last time was after noon, so I understood. But now? Plus zero extra donut holes the time before when they actually DID have donuts made. This location does not represent the brand and not ever coming back.

Exceptional donuts, you must try them! They even have a great selection left at 1:30pm even though they close at 3pm! The fritters are totally amazing but I haven?t had anything not good!

Ray?s donuts beats allll the sweets in Canton. Dunkin? of course, but also the panader?as. I said what I said. If you aren?t getting your donuts from Ray?s you?re not doing it right. Also, the staff is really cool and I hope they are getting fair wages. Great drinks, too!

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