Ringo's Donuts

Ringo's Donuts

Reviews Summary

Ringo Donuts is overwhelmingly praised for its fresh, high-quality donuts with perfect texture and balanced sweetness. Customers rave about the variety of flavors, especially the Boston Cream, moonbeam, and original glazed. The friendly, family-owned atmosphere and excellent service stand out. Many note the donuts sell out quickly, advising early visits. A few minor complaints mention occasional customer service lapses or inconsistent hours, but most agree it's the best local donut shop, worth traveling for. The light, fluffy raised donuts and flavorful cake donuts are consistently highlighted as exceptional.

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

1200 S Church St

Smithfield, Virginia 23430

Hours

Monday 6AM-3PM
Tuesday 6AM-3PM
Wednesday 6AM-3PM
Thursday 6AM-3PM
Friday 6AM-3PM
Saturday 6AM-12PM
Sunday Closed

Customer Reviews

Food 5* - The donuts are ABSOLUTELY delicious. Nice and airy, not too sweet, melt in your mouth. The VERY BEST donuts that I've EVER had in my life! Service 3* - NOT really friendly and extremely limited with conversation - maybe one or two words and NOT ONE SMILE. Atmosphere 2* - Quaint, the atmosphere needs to be more WELCOMING and upgraded to encourage ALL patrons to come.

The donuts are just Ok. I prefer other donuts in the Hampton Roads over Ringo?s. I was not a fan of the 15 political signs in front of their store during the elections. I have not been there since I?ve seen all their political signs.

The yummiest donuts. The sweetest people. The best town. Take time to stop and try them out! My top 3 donuts: Squealer, Red Velvet, Gingerbread.

My wife and I did a hike at Windsor Castle Park, and we felt entitled to a doughnut. We heard this place had great doughnuts, so we swung in. I had a frosted cakey doughnut. Amazing. Most doughnut shops frost glazed doughnuts; it's really hard to find cake doughnuts that are frosted in the Hampton Roads area. Anyway, mine was perfect: rich chocolate icing; the doughnut wasn't dry but it still had that crispy outside holding in all the cake's goodness; had a nice weight to it. ?? Wow. They are masters of the

This place is so beautiful, The donuts are fabulous and they have excellent service with a smile! Best donuts around!

I've been here multiple times and the staff is always very friendly. Lots of delicious donuts to choose from but get there early before they sell out for the day.

If your tired of Dunkin?, Krispy Kreme, and even Duck Donuts (too cakey), come here. Its definitely worth the trip. I shared with the people at my job and they love them. Presentation wise, they look amazingly handmade. Taste wise, not too sugary, not too cakey. If there was an attempt at making the perfect donut, Ringos definitely comes close.

These are some of the best donuts I?ve ever had. They?re small and not overly sweet and light. Perfect for dipping in coffee.

Yummy ?? their doughnuts are wonderful - get there early for the best selection - you won't be disappointed ??

The doughnuts were a delicious treat. It was fresh, tasty, moist and soft. So far, these doughnuts were the best ones we?ve tasted and eaten. In my opinion, it currently beats all the chain doughnut shops. I don?t normally like Red Velvet, but the Red Velvet Cake Doughnut was excellent. The staff is nice, friendly and helpful.

Wonderfully friendly place! I can't eat donuts (gluten sensitivity) but my family said these are easily more delicious than Dunkin. Husband got me a cute mug, so I didn't walk away empty handed after all! Will definitely be back!

By Far the best donuts in Virginia. Get there early. Noon is too late. You've been warned.

Finally remembered to stop in while they were open today while out in town, friendly welcome. We got there a little late so the selection was not as full as I?m sure first thing provides but still had great options .

Great Donuts !!! Check this place out ... I met a nice lady named Dot and the Owner ... Yummy Yummy ... Super Busy while I was there 5 other Friends came in to get the Yummy Vittles ... Thanks for the Great Hospitality I Highly Recommend Ringo's !!! See you again soon ....??

Donuts are great! Customer service was poor, the woman was being rude to us when we picked out our donuts and making us and others uncomfortable. It was our first (and last) time going so we were browsing the options. Won?t be returning or recommending to anyone.

What a fantastic shop! Different flavors all the time with a few of the same classic flavors you always want. Fresh every time I've gone in. Pricing is on point with what you get for your money. If you see the Boston Cream Pie flavor on your visit, it is by far the BEST Boston Cream Pie doughnut I have EVER had. I cannot recommend this place enough. Support a great local business run by locals in the community!

Been coming here for bout 4years .donuts here are the best I've had In years!!

Only giving it a 3 overall. Been there several times. The donuts they have are great. Service is great. However I keep seeing pictures of this big selection. I've been there several times from 6 to 7 and all they have is the same couple of varieties of cake donuts. Cases should be full when you open. I'll wait for glazed or just drive to Emily's.

Ringos has the best donuts I?ve ever had. Better than any chain. Better than any other independent store, and I?ve lived in much larger cities and sampled all the options. Kurt has real pride in his work, everything he makes is delicious. Nancy is friendly and helpful, always a pleasure to talk to.

We finally got our donut fix!!! On our third attempt we finally made it during open hours and they hadn?t sold out of donuts ??. It definitely was worth it. We haven?t been able to find a real good donut shop in Virginia? until now! They are open until they sell out of all their yummy donuts. You get fresh bake donuts every day and a good selection to choose from. I highly recommend them ????????. Thank you Ringo Donuts ??. We?ll be back. Dunkin donuts???????? not freshly baked, Krispy Cream donuts ?????

We thought the donuts were great - especially the apple donut. Everything was fresh and clean, and the owner / worker was friendly and personable. We just moved nearby and are happy to have this shop just down the road!

Absolutely wonderful! I never get here early so I'm sure I'm missing some great donuts that sell out early, but I've always enjoyed what I've gotten. Most of the donuts here are of the cake variety. I normally would rather have the yeast variety, but these are great. The cake is not too heavy and therefore I like it! If you like custard filled, they have one you should try. It's my husband's favorite!

We have been coming to Smithfield for years and Ringo Donuts are always either closed or out of donuts, out of donuts mean they are worth it. This time we were determined and it was worth the 3 hour trip and a getaway. These donuts are not over bearing with sugar and so moist. My husband said he can not describe the deliciousness. Sad they are not open on Sunday's or Holiday's but understand. Smithfield is the best place to get away from noise. We stay at Smithfield Station that is a must and stay inside t

Yummy donuts and friendly service. Will definitely stop by here again next time I?m in town!

Ringos Donuts are like I step under Heaven!! The Owner and The Attendant are Phenomenal People but ( I warn You) You better have Your Order in Order!!..?? Definitely a Staple for my Donut Indulgence??????

Who doesn't love a good doughnut and the place has the best. Provided you get waited on. I have stopped by there several times on my way to work over the past few weeks. The lady at the counter is always talking to whoever is seating at the table to the left. Friendly, I get it. But when you continue to carry on a personal conversation and don't even acknowledge a customer who comes in, that's bad customer service period.

This place offered a variety of cake donuts ?? with different toppings and airy glazed with filling outside the donut. Sugar balance was on point; however, the oil used to fry donuts did not taste fresh. Will try again to make sure I'm not having a bad taste bud day ??

This is THE BEST donuts shop ever! When you get a dozen the heft of the box is noticable, WHY? Because, they clearly add LOVE to the donuts. We drive quite a distance to get them. If you need to do the same, call before you go, the disappointment of missing them will ruin your whole day. If you want donuts go, GO! GO FREQUENTLY!

Hands down amazing fresh doughnuts!! They have two kinds traditional and cake doughnuts from all different flavors. Original glazed will forever be my favorite.....but you won't regret the squealer.

Best donuts in Virginia Ringo's donuts are baked fresh on site. They are lighter and have more and better flavor than the donuts you might find at the big chains. I think the best are the cinnamon and chocolate dipped in chocolate. My wife likes the sticky buns. To be honest there isn?t a bad donut sold at this store. Make sure to get there early on weekends. They close when the run out of donuts and this can happen on a busy day.

Ringos is my new favorite!! The hot crossed buns for Easter are the best I have ever had. I plan on returning for more to share with family. I hope to visit more often. Also the cake donuts were not greasy. They were so much better compared to some competitors in the area such as duck donuts.

quality of the donuts is so good and it?s still cheaper than a lot of other places. you can really taste the flavors. friendly customer service too

Love the texture and flavors of the donuts. Personally, I hate cakey donuts (too dense) and this shop makes more bready textured donuts, which I LOVE. The dough was fluffy, airy and light. Most importantly the flavors are on point, donuts are not greasy. Nothing is overly sweetened. Will absolutely be a returning customer. If you haven't try this place I highly recommend?

Great doughnuts! My family's favorite doughnuts

I absolutely love Ringo?s donuts but the customer service I got today over the phone was horrendous. I called to see if they had any donuts left because they are phenomenal!!! I was driving an hr away to go and get them too with little girls excited about getting donuts mind you. Here is where it gets rude. I asked the lady who answered the phone do you have any donuts left? She replies yes ?? I said GREAT!!! Can you tell me what you have she replied ummm I am not going to tell you ALL 20 donuts we ha

Staff was rude when trying to order donuts, and was rushing us to order. Only had a limited selections of donuts. Had a bad taste to the donuts. Was not worth the 18 for a box of donuts.

Our son had his first doughnut here at Ringos. To say he enjoyed it, is an understatement! The people in this establishment are rays of literal sunshine and so sweet! We always leave with full bellies and smiles on our faces! We enjoy taking family here when they visit. My dad is a huge fan! Thanks Ringos for being so hole-some! ??

First trip there and i was not disappointed! I've never had an orange juice donut, can't say that anymore! We tried 4 different kinds and loved them all.

Absolutely love this place. It gas fresh donuts everyday and to me aee the best ones I have ever had! And the prices are amazing and has wonderful customer service as well. Also has a sitting area if you want to eat in. Really can't think of anything negative at all.

OMG! Mighty good donuts! A must visit. You won't be disappointed.

Ringo?s donuts are my families favorite donuts. Nancy gives amazing customer service, and she always greets us with a welcoming smile. We also like to support this place because it?s owned by a VMI alumni, the school where our sons attend. We live 45 minutes away from Smithfield, but it?s so worth the drive. Our favorite donuts are chocolate glazed and honey buns, so yummy!!!

Unfortuately walked away with a dissapointing customer service experience. There was a misunderstanding that a customer had left the front door open after entering the shop (there were small children coming in behind her). The staff member went on to complain to another customer about leaving the door open, and would hardly engage or even make eye contact thereafter when ordering / asking questions. Seemed like an overreaction for what seems to be a busy store, with lots of people coming and going.

The best donuts we ever had! The maple bacon is absolutely the bomb. Your old fashioned are sweet and simple. Definitely worth the drive. We will be back!

Best donuts in Hampton Roads, hands down. Duck donuts have nothing on Ringos. Fresh. Perfect blends of flavors and pastry. Amazing.

Cute, quaint little spot and the donuts were so yummy! Get there early, we got there a little after 11 on a Saturday and they were almost sold out! I can tell why! The donuts were delicious!

We're so lucky to have these delicious, freshly-made doughnuts available in Smithfield. They make both cake and raised doughnuts and my new favorite is their "moonbeam"...a raised doughnut that has a chocolate icing along with a vanilla cream topping that is heavenly. Of course their honeybuns remain a family favorite as well. Definitely worth the trip!

We LOVE this place! They are good when they first make them. But to me, they are even better 12, 24 hours later. Nuked in a microwave. I don't know how it's possible but these donuts are amazing. Better then Dunkin donuts, better then Krispy Kreme. I will never eat another donut from somewhere else.

Best doughnuts I have ever had. They are all great, but I really love the Honeybuns. Staff is very friendly and courteous. Highly recommend!

These Donuts are always fresh! They have many varieties of cake doughnuts that aren't over iced. I also make seasonal favorites that you can only get for a limited time. If you get there early enough you are able to watch them make the doughnuts through the glass. To get the best choice, get there early before they're all gone!

The lady was rude and had an attitude with me when I?m trying to pick out my donuts. Some of the donuts taste burnt and like a funny taste. I definitely didn?t care for the donuts and won?t be coming back.

Great Donuts. We tried 6 different flavors and each one was better than the last. Can't say enough. These are what Donuts used to be about. That local bakery we used to have. Service was great.

Some of the best donuts I have ever had! Truly a hidden gem. The smell when you walk in the door is heavenly and you always get amazing service!

Staff was very friendly and kind,and walking into the shop you could smell all the wonderful donuts they had some of them still being made. I stopped here to grab breakfast for me and my client. I would definitely swing by again

May be out of the way and a small hole in the wall shop, but these are the best pastries in the 757,

The staff was very friendly and polite. This was out 1st time going there, we will definitely return. The selection was amazing & the doughnuts were Delicious.

So cute! So delicious! So cheap!

We love the donuts! They are always fresh & delicious. Great variety! Wonderful little place & great people who work there! My favorite place for scrumptious sweet eats!!

Best donuts ever. Very sweet family owns this place, and you'll get excellent service. Go early if you want a donut as they sell out quickly.

My wife brought me home a Maple and bacon Donut from this place last year and I have been craving one since it was by far one of the best tasting Donuts I've ever had so we stopped in here on our way to someplace else and I bought six some and gave a couple to my co-workers they loved it as well.

Great service and great donuts. They have some flavors I can get nowhere else. Extremely busy on Saturdays and they ran out of some of my favorites, but that's my fault for going later.

Definitely a cool little donut stop. Never heard of a moonbean donut but it was good. Told myself no,but couldn't resist stopping. Definitely check it out.

Amazing flavors, yes, all of them. Boston creme is the best, make sure you get here before they run out

I'm the "Smithfield Santa". If Anyone knows doughnuts - it's Santa ! These are the greatest ! Been going to Ringos since he opened. Never been disappointed. (My ho,ho ho belly shows it) love 'em all. Best doughnuts ever !!!!!! As for the staff and Mr. R., they are ALL on the NICE list. Keep the spirit of Christmas in your heart all year thru.

Truly the best donuts in America!

This is the best donut shop in the Carrollton/Smithfield area. I had a red velvet donut and it was just great. Highly recommend! Get there early for the best selection (before 9am).

Very good donuts and excellent customer service

In the world of hard to find, handmade yeast donuts, this place stands above them all. It's definitely worth the drive but get there early, the locals tend to buy them out.

My mother in law lives in Smithfield and every time she come to the beach she brings a dozen of Ringo's donuts. This week she came with a dozen that had 1 Maple Bacon donut. That was the best donut I have ever eaten. Daniel E. Hahn CEC, CCA

Absolutely THE BEST Donuts in Smithfield, scratch that, in VA HANDS DOWN!!!! If you've never had the pleasure to try one, then you MUST stop in and get a dozen, because you'd only be mad that you just bought one!!!

The one time I have been here me and my daughter loved it now all my kids want to have a try. So hopefully the next time I'm in Smithfield they aren't sold out. Keep up the good work you guys. ??????

Great assortment of doughnuts! Loves the huge boston cream doughnuts they have!

Best donuts I've ever had. Can't wait to get back down to get some more.

Was disappointed. Donuts were fine, not great. Service was odd. Got the impression the owner didn't like me. Oh well. No public bathroom.

If you like Krispy Kreme like I did, this is what donuts are supposed to taste like. I've lived my whole life thinking Krispy Kreme was good, but I've learned a valuable lesson today.

Ringo?s donuts make EVERYONE SMILE! Dr Schleier stops there often, to bring donuts to the office to share. You cannot go wrong with any of the donuts from Ringo?s. We LOVE Ringo?s!! Thanks, Ringo?s, for bringing so many smiles to Smithfield!

We have some good donut shops in the area. This one is one of the Best. I would highly recommend going out the way a bit to give these a try.

Yummy yummy yummy... need I say more??? Check they have different special donuts they only make on certain days.

Fresh and delicious! Liked the Samoan a lot.. by the time I got there they had ran out of the bacon topping ones :(

Hometown favorite! He makes the best donuts ever. You really need to try their variety.

I ordered 3 dozen for PNMC staff and they were a HUGE hit!!! I think they will have some new customers!! Thank you!!

Good donuts - get the honey bun! They do close when they run out, so if you?re driving to Smithfield for them you might want to call ahead!

The lady who works there is so nice and donuts tasted like they were fresh out of the fryer even after 1pm

Donuts And They Recipe Can't be Televised. He Is Dough Nuts For Delicious morning treats.

This place has the best donuts in Smithfield! The staff is extremely friendly and the owners are incredibly amiable.

Excellent selection of donuts. All are fresh and delicious. Friendly people

Stopped by this morning at 7:15 despite all social and internet saying it was open it was closed. We drove 35 min. Very disappointed.

I am extremely vexed right now. Drove all the way over here from Hampton on a Tuesday because your web page says you're open and YOU ARE NOT!!!!

Yummy selection of donuts - if you're there early enough, you might get some with BACON on them!

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