Charlotteans have a soft spot in their hearts for good, warm, local donuts – here’s where to find the best, and what to order at each spot.

The Donut House

Fresh, made-from-scratch donuts from a family-driven store in Indian Trail. Open Monday-Saturday at 13803 East Independence Boulevard, 6 a.m.-4:30 p.m. or until they’ve sold out. Connect on Facebook and Instagram.

Most popular donut: Pine Cone
Craziest donut: Cereal- or candy-covered
Price: $0.95-$1.25/donut, $5.50-$8.50/half-dozen, $8.99-$16.50/dozen

Duck Donuts

The crazy-popular donut shop got its start in the Outer Banks and specializes in made-to-order donuts, donut sundaes and donut sandwiches. Open at 1710 Kenilworth Avenue, Sunday-Tuesday, 6 a.m.-3 p.m., and Wednesday-Saturday, 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Connect on Facebook, Twitterand Instagram.

Most popular and craziest donut: Maple icing with chopped bacon
Price: $1.20/donut, $6.75/half-dozen, $11.95/dozen and $16.50/bucket
Specials: 2 donuts and a coffee for $4.10