LaMar's Donuts

LaMar's Donuts is a renowned chain of gourmet, artisan, handmade doughnut shops that has been delighting customers since 1933. Founded by Raymond LaMar in Kansas City, Missouri, the first shop was established in a converted gas station on Linwood Blvd. The shop quickly became a local favorite, with lines forming before 6 a.m. and over 11,000 donuts sold daily.

In the 1990s, Ray and Shannon LaMar expanded their passion by introducing franchising opportunities. This led to the establishment of multiple locations across five states: Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska.

Today, LaMar's Donuts operates 25 stores, each dedicated to crafting high-quality, fresh donuts that have earned numerous accolades, including recognition from professional surveys and prestigious magazines.

Menu Offerings

LaMar's menu features a diverse selection of donuts, including their signature Ray's Original Glazed Donuts, cake donuts, and donut holes. Specialty items such as LaMar's Bars, Bismarcks, and sour cream donuts are also available.

To complement their baked goods, LaMar's roasts their own coffee beans in Denver. They offer a variety of beverages, such as cappuccinos, lattes, iced espresso-based drinks, and blended fruit smoothies called La Frappés.

Community Engagement

LaMar's Donuts is committed to community engagement. They have partnered with organizations like The Salvation Army to donate proceeds from National Donut Day to support youth services.

The company also celebrates National Donut Day by educating the community about the Salvation Army's programs and encouraging support for their cause.

Media Recognition

LaMar's Donuts has received positive reviews from national media outlets, including Jay Leno, who dubbed Ray LaMar the "King of Donuts," The New Yorker, Food Network, and the Zagat Survey.

Their dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified their reputation as a beloved institution in the donut industry.

Franchise Opportunities

For those interested in bringing LaMar's legendary donuts to their community, the company offers franchise opportunities. Prospective franchisees can find more information through the company's official channels.

Locations

• Kansas City, MO, USA
• Aurora, CO, USA
• Fort Collins, CO, USA
• Wichita, KS, USA
• Broomfield, CO, USA
• Longmont, CO, USA
• Lincoln, NE, USA
• Denver, CO, USA

LaMar's Donuts continues to uphold its tradition of excellence, offering a delectable array of donuts and beverages that have delighted customers for over nine decades.