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Your Sweet Tooth Will Love The Whimsical Treats At This Arizona Donut Shop

Hurts Donut Company in Tempe offers a variety of creative and whimsical donuts, including unique flavors like bacon maple and pickle glazed.

Published Feb 4, 2018

Written by 

Monica Spencer

When it comes to donuts, can we at least agree on one thing? Donuts are an anytime meal: breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner, dessert, and all meals in between. That said, we have some pretty awesome donut shops around the state that offer some delectable treats but there is one place that definitely seems to stand out for its playful interpretation of the ordinary donut. Let’s take a look!

That location is Hurts Donut Company, located in Tempe on the southwest corner of University Drive and Price Road.

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The bakery is known for offering dozens of different donut flavors that are creative, whimsical, and just plain weird.

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The bakery offers some classic donuts (like an old-fashioned) and the flavors begin to build from there. One example? The bacon maple glazed donut that has become all the rage among foodies.

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They serve up donuts coated in your favorite childhood cereals...

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...or this pretty weird combination: a pickle glazed donut.

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You can even try a donut inspired by pop culture, like these Tide pods donuts.

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Eat the donut, not the detergent, children.

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The donut shop regularly offers specials, like these super spicy donut holes.

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They also have gluten-free options.

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Actually, the shop calls these "gluten-freeish" since there is still some degree of flour present in the shop when these are made.

Unable to make it all the way to the donut shop? They occasionally send out their Emergency Donut Vehicle to different towns so that you don't have to drive far for a bite of these delicious treats!

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Are you ready to take one of these bad boys home?

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Hurts Donut Company is located at 2161 East University Drive in Tempe. The donut shop is open 24/7 and you can call in an order at (480) 765-2101. You can find details about their specials, food truck locations, and more by visiting their Facebook page.

Looking for more donut shops around the state? Read These 8 Donut Shops In Arizona Will Have Your Mouth Watering Uncontrollably for some tasty suggestions.

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The Small-Town Arizona Ice Cream Shop Where You’ll Find Endless Scrumptious Treats

Published Jul 26, 2024

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

It's always hard to say no to ice cream, especially on a hot summer day. And then there are all the desserts that can satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. Some places just have ice cream while others have it all, and I'm going to share a place with you that has it all! For endless treats, head to Oh Sweetie, a small-town dessert shop in Arizona!

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If you find yourself in the town of Williams this summer and have a sudden craving for something sweet, there's no better place than the aptly named Oh Sweetie! This dessert shop is located at 309 W Rte 66 in Williams.

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If you like ice cream, cookies, brownies, truffles, chocolates, candy, fudge, etc., this is the place to come. There are seemingly endless ways to satisfy your sweet tooth here.

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For those who love good ice cream, you'll find a case filled with all sorts of classic and unique flavors. Get a cone or a cup of your favorite or make it a malt, a shake, or even a root beer float. There are plenty of options to customize your ice cream order.

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Pictured here is the Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Oreo. This is something I would definitely order!

Not feeling like ice cream? Well, how about a Sno Ball instead? Customize this shaved ice treat with your choice of syrups like blue raspberry, cucumber melon, or bubble gum.

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If you want a baked good with your ice cream, try a Warm Cookie or Brownie Hot Fudge Sundae! Nothing beats the warm gooey texture of a cookie or brownie with cold ice cream and toppings.

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There's also fudge you can buy to take home with you, or have it here. The choice is yours.

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Oh Sweetie has so many sweet options for you to try. Question is, what will you try first?

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Have you ever had treats from Oh Sweetie, a small-town dessert shop in Arizona? If so, what did you get? For location and hours, head to the official Oh Sweetie Facebook page.

Are you planning to take a vacation to Williams, Arizona? Take a look at this historic home just half a block from Route 66 on VRBO, and book your stay!

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The Middle-Of-Nowhere General Store With Some Of The Best Ice Cream And Snacks In Arizona

Out West General Store in Waddell offers a wide variety of goods and a hidden gem eatery called Cowboy Café.

Updated May 23, 2024

Written by 

Tori Jane

Out West General Store is way out in the West Valley in a little town known as Waddell. This mom-and-pop shop has been nothing short of a labor of love since its inception almost two decades ago. In fact, it totally embraces that "out west" locale in its name. It's been serving up a little bit of just about everything since at least 2005, including some delicious food in its cafe. Check it out and see why this Waddell general store might be our favorite!

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Seriously, though, when we say Out West General Store has a little bit of everything, we mean it.

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And so do the owners!

And you'll always want to stop, because fun, new things are being added to the store's inventory every day!

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Need a cowboy hat? Out West got you. Need cards? Yep. Basic day-to-day staples? Definitely. Shoes? Wallets? Bandanas? Clothing? Hoodies? Check-check-check. Tack and feed? You betcha. Farrier supplies? Duh.

And to further illustrate the "what don't they have?" charm of Out West General Store, allow us to point to one more (wonderful) thing: the eatery!

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This cute little restaurant called the Cowboy Café is located within the general store in Waddell, AZ, and is a true hidden gem, perfect for a no-frills solo outing for some me-time or a fun day out with the family.

And hoo, boy, if the snacks and things here aren't worth the drive out on their own...

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...the pizza is always fresh and hot, with melty cheese that stretches across the table as you grab your slice. Other menu items include hot dogs, chili dogs, and fry bread. Enjoy pretzels, shaved ice, tacos, and SO much more.

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Oh, and the sandwiches are excellent, too.

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Made fresh and delicious, Out West General Store might become a new favorite place for a quick bite. The menu is much larger than you might expect, and you can't miss the ice cream at the end, so be sure to leave room!

Out West General Store also offers several convenient services, like a notary Monday through Saturday and copy/fax services as well.

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Seriously, what don't they have here? You'll be hard-pressed to leave without anything!

Out West General Store offers more information on its website. And find other Out West General Store photos on Facebook. Have you shopped at this expansive store in Arizona? Were you impressed with the inventory? Please share your experience in the comments below.

While you're in Waddell, get some fresh air and hike the lovely White Tank Waterfall Trail. You might also consider signing up for a free trial of AllTrails+.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/arizona/best-out-back-trail-az/

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