Shipley Donuts Opens 25 New Locations in 2025

Shipley Donuts has announced the opening of 25 new locations in 2025, including eight during the third quarter, surpassing its total number of openings for the entire year of 2024. Among the new openings is a store at Nashville Yards, which launched in September. This location marks the first Shipley Donuts store opened by franchisee Virentes Hospitality, which has plans to expand further in Tennessee and Florida.

In addition to the Nashville Yards location, Shipley Donuts opened seven new shops in Texas during the third quarter. The company is on track to achieve a record number of new store openings in the fourth quarter, with planned expansions in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Texas. By the end of the year, the company expects to exceed its 2024 openings by more than 60%, moving closer to its 400th store milestone.

Shipley Donuts has also introduced new menu items and technological advancements to support its growth. The company launched the Shipley Duo Deal, a standardized value offering that includes a kolache and a donut for $4. Additionally, Shipley introduced two limited-time products: Apple Fritter Bites and a Cold Brew Buttermilk Cake Donut. These offerings were designed to showcase the company's ability to innovate and respond to consumer preferences.

On the technology front, Shipley Donuts updated its website to include an AI-powered assistant that provides personalized order recommendations. This move represents the company's initial steps in integrating AI technology to enhance the customer experience. Further digital innovations are anticipated as the company continues to explore AI applications.

Franchise opportunities remain available in the South, Southeast, and Midwest regions for interested operators.