Island Donut Company: A Sweet Stop in Bradenton Beach
There’s something about starting an Anna Maria Island morning with a fresh donut that just feels like vacation.
If you're staying in Bradenton Beach or exploring the southern end of the island, Island Donut Company is an easy stop to add to your morning. Now located inside Island Scoops on Gulf Drive, visitors can pick up donuts and other sweet treats just a short distance from the beach and Historic Bridge Street.
Whether you're grabbing breakfast before a day on the sand or bringing a box back to your vacation rental, Island Donut Company offers a fun way to start an island day.
Fresh Donuts on Anna Maria Island
Donuts are, of course, the main event.
Island Donut Company has been serving fresh donuts in Bradenton Beach since 2020, with selections ranging from familiar favorites to more colorful and creative varieties.
Part of the fun is choosing a few different options to share. Grab your favorites, add something new to the box, and take them back to the family for an easy vacation breakfast.
And let's be honest—donuts just seem to taste a little better when you're eating them near the beach.
Island Donut Company + Island Scoops
Island Donut Company now shares its Gulf Drive home with Island Scoops, bringing two Bradenton Beach sweet spots together in one location.
The combination means there's considerably more than donuts under one roof. Island Scoops offers ice cream, shakes, sundaes and other sweets, while its current menu also includes baked goods, waffles and avocado toast in addition to donuts.
That makes this an easy stop for families where everyone wants something different—or anyone who believes vacation is a perfectly acceptable time to have both donuts and ice cream.
An Easy Anna Maria Island Vacation Breakfast
One of our favorite things about staying in a vacation rental is having the freedom to make mornings as relaxed as you want them to be.
Not every vacation breakfast needs to involve cooking.
Pick up a box of donuts, bring them back to your rental, make some coffee and enjoy a slow morning around the kitchen table, on the balcony or beside the pool before everyone gets ready for the beach.
It's simple, easy and exactly the kind of morning vacation was made for.
Local Tip: If you have your heart set on a particular donut, consider stopping in earlier in the day while the selection is at its best.
Explore Bradenton Beach While You're There
Island Donut Company's Gulf Drive location makes it easy to pair your stop with a day exploring Bradenton Beach.
After breakfast, head toward the Gulf for some beach time or explore nearby Historic Bridge Street, where you'll find restaurants, shops and entertainment in one of Bradenton Beach's most popular areas.
You can also leave the car behind for part of your adventure and use the free Anna Maria Island trolley to explore more of the island.
A donut run can very quickly turn into a full Bradenton Beach morning.
Planning Your Visit
Island Donut Company at Island Scoops
103B Gulf Drive North
Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
Because hours, donut selections and menu offerings can change, we recommend checking current information before heading over.
A Sweet Addition to Your Anna Maria Island Vacation
Vacations aren't always about elaborate plans.
Sometimes it's waking up, deciding nobody feels like cooking breakfast and heading out for a box of donuts.
Island Donut Company's new home with Island Scoops makes it another convenient local stop to keep in mind while exploring Bradenton Beach—and a pretty sweet way to start an Anna Maria Island day.
Where to Stay in Bradenton Beach
Staying in Bradenton Beach puts you close to Gulf beaches, Historic Bridge Street, restaurants, shops and plenty of local places to grab breakfast or dessert.
Its location on the southern end of Anna Maria Island also makes Bradenton Beach a convenient home base for exploring the rest of the island by car, bike or free trolley.
Browse Bradenton Beach vacation rentals from Island Real Estate Vacations and find the space, amenities and location that work best for your family.
From morning donuts to sunset walks on the beach, having your own island home base makes it easy to enjoy Bradenton Beach at your own pace.
Meet the Author - Midline Lozin | Vacation Rental Specialist
I’m excited to be the newest member of the team! I have a strong background in customer service and vacation rental operations, and I truly enjoy helping people and making their experiences as smooth and enjoyable as possible. In my role, I assist guests with vacation rental bookings and help support them throughout their stay. I’m so happy to be part of the team and excited for this new chapter!
