One of the "best doughnut shops in America" is now open in South End

A Miami-based doughnut shop that has been called one of the best doughnut shops in America is now open in South End.

The Salty Donut ? named one of the 31 ?best donut shops in America? by Thrilled in 2018 ? opens for business on the bottom floor of the Dimensional Funds tower in South End on Friday, Jan. 6 with craft doughnuts and coffee.

Free stuff: To celebrate its opening weekend, from Friday, Jan. 6 through Sunday, Jan. 8, the first 50 guests each day will receive a limited edition gift bag that includes a Charlotte tote bag, postcard, stickers and swag.

ABOUT THE SALTY DONUT

The shop got its start out of a trailer in 2015 before moving to a brick-and-mortar spot in Miami. At the Charlotte location, expect some "Charlotte specific flavors inspired by the neighborhood,"" according to a release. Other flavors to look forward to:

  • Traditional Glazed: 24 hour brioche, vanilla bean glaze
  • Brown Butter + Salt Cake: Vanilla bean cake doughnut, brown butter glaze, topped with Maldon sea salt Read more at:
  • Milk & Cookies: 24 hour brioche, sweet cream glaze, hot fudge drizzle, topped with cocoa cookie crunch Read more at:
  • Layered Ham & Cheese Roll: 24 hour herb-buttered brioche layered with ham, cheddar cheese and mustard. Read more at:

The family-owned brand uses homemade and locally sourced ingredients.

An indoor/outdoor solarium means you"ll be able to get counter service or pick up an online order and have your dog with you, said CEO and co-founder Andy Rodriguez. ?We absolutely want this to be THE gathering place in South End for those wanting something fun to do on a weekend, grab something for the office, meet a friend for coffee, go for a walk with the dog ...? he said. Read more at: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article270463727.html#storylink=cpy

The location will be specifically designed for South End and will include local influences, the company stated. Expect a ?hotel lobby bar vibe? at the spot, which will be designed by STORYN Studio Architecture and The Salty"s co-founder, Amanda Pizarro-Rodriguez. Read more at: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article270463727.html#storylink=cpy

There"s also an app. When you sign up, you"ll receive a free doughnut or coffee, and you will begin earning loyalty points toward future perks. Read more at: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article270463727.html#storylink=cpy

THE SALTY DONUT
Location: 1515 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28203
Menu Cuisine: Doughnut shop, breakfast, dessert
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 7 a.m.-10 p.m.
Instagram: @thesaltydonut

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