Bright Spot Donuts

Original glazed and sugar and spice donuts were 11/10... maybe the best versions of both of those donuts that I've ever had. The filled donuts (at $4 a piece) were not good. I got the blackberry jelly filled and the Boston cream. Both donuts had very little filling. Like I broke apart both in search of the filling. Blackberry jelly was a bit too thick and tart and the donut itself was soaked in oil. I could only take two bites-- far too oily. My fingers were covered in oil too. Boston cream filling was delightful but the donut needed a lot more filling than it had and the chocolate icing top got all over the paper they wrapped it in. If your top isn't going to set before you package it up, you can't wrap it in paper. This donut was also far too oily.Again, their basic yeast donuts ARE TO DIE FOR. Stay away from the filled.

Bright Spot is a doughnut shop run by the Boulted Bread people, so I figured it was going to be good. I prefer cake doughnuts over yeast as a rule, but this spot makes a strong case for them. I tried:+ Cranberry curd (seasonal special)+ Apple cider glazed+ Sugar and spice+ OG glazeThe cranberry curd and sugar and spice were my favorites. Loved the cranberry filling in particular. Overall would recommend!4.5 stars.

I ordered these donuts and brought them home. I couldn't have been more pleased.I'm not normally a yeast donut fan, preferring the cake type. These, however, may have made me a yeast donut fan. They were so pillowy soft, but the exterior also added a little bit of a crispiness them. The donuts were just absolutely perfectly prepared. I really enjoyed the various toppings and fillings of the donuts as well.For the moment, I think this may be my go to donut spot when people are looking for a recommendation.Try it out! ASAP!

Renewed my love for yeast donuts! Light, airy donuts that aren't soaking in oil. I got a Sugar + Spice (pictured), Sourwood Honey and a black coffee. All of it was delicious. I actually liked the sourwood more than expected, it's basically a glazed donut with a hint of citrus! The coffee was also good (love black & white coffee)!The staff was pleasant, and there's plenty of outdoor seating (inside is a bit smaller). This will now be a staple to bring Raleigh visitors to!

Some of the best donuts in RTP I've had so far.The Boston cream donut one might top the best of this kind, I've ever had. It has a fried, light airy texture on the outside and the ganache is rich and has a depth of chocolate flavor without being overly cloying, unlike most Boston creams. The donut nearly falls apart, for better or worse, because of it's wonderfully bouncy and cloud-like feeling. The custard inside is eggy and almost chantilly tasting, in a wonderful way. This particular donut of theirs also highlights what I think is the strength of Bright Spot Donuts so far as I've observed, which is the light, pillowy brioche style of donut.I also tried the OG glazed (vanilla buttermilk glaze) and sugar + spice (yeasted donut with a coriander-inflected dusting of sugar). The buttermilk is quite good as well - it's an upgrade on your classic glazed donut, and what was notable is how the vanilla notes really come through and a smoothness in flavor possibly from the buttermilk.I liked the sugar + spice too. The coriander is subtle and well-balanced, although the dough is not as flavorful or standout as the Boston cream. In fact, some of the "airness" of the donut was so intense that there were large air pockets that made the donut collapse as I bit into it. Because of that, eating it was less satisfying, and it wasn't helped by the high price and small size. Overall, my favorite was their Boston cream filled donut. I think the extra fermented, airy style is amazing and I'm glad to have a place like Bright Spot in the area. But this method did not work with the smaller size of the other two yeasted donut rings I had. My recommendation would be to increase the size and height of these donuts, so they do not fall flat as you eat them.

I'd been wanting to try bright spot for some time now but never got around to going and then one morning I made it a priority to venture over and try their donuts. It's located in the five point area in what I'd consider a more residential area. When I arrived I was a bit confused on where I could park but opted to grab a spot right in front of the location. I went early, like right at opening because I didn't want to miss getting a donut as they do sell out.They had a nice assortment of donuts some filled as well as tarts. It was a pretty quaint and intimate place. Modern but not really any seating. I opted for a glazed donut and it was so delicious and warm. It was soft but had just enough chew and was light and just the perfect amount of sweetness. There was a bit of seating outside but i felt like this was more of a grab your treats to go kind of location. Overall, they offer some delicious donuts and I can see why they sell out!

This place is so delicious!! Now while the donuts are tasty, for me the galettes are where it's at. Those things are like little flavorful masterpieces. The galette madam is my favorite, but their seasonal heirloom tomato galette is spot on as well (more for lunch than breakfast). The croquettes are also super tasty. I love how unique their breakfast offerings are!On to the donuts. My only thing is the way they pack them. I got a filled donut and one of their honey ones and by the time I got home the honey one waa flatter than a pancake. It was completely smashed by the filled donut. I still ate it, and it still tasted good. My son loves the chocolate frosted donuts, those things are a hot mess though. So much chocolate! I appreciate that they leave wipes out at the water station so you can wipe your children down. Oh and don't sleep on the iced mocha! They use the same chocolate glaze that they use on their donuts. It's super delicious!Parking is easy on the street or in their lot. They have a few tables that you can grab. And bonus, if you have a child obsessed with trains, you can scope out the trains on the tracks while you are there!

The food was great and team behind the counter very friendly. Great place to sit outside and enjoy. I'll be back for certain.

I'm a donut fan, and the reason I'm giving these a 4 is cause of the Sourwood honey. That glaze was so good! It was well made. The OG glazed was good, but the glaze was crumbly, so it wasn't as pleasant but the taste was on point. The actual donut was fluffy and had a nice snap but it was a tad chewy.Wait as I typed that I remembered the Strawberry cream filled with a Sauternes wine glaze.... this was delicious! The cream wasn't too thick or sweet. The flavor was fresh well thought out.

3 words....Croissant. Egg. Sandwich. Very small shop but always clean, quick and always helping with a smile.