Bigfoot’s Little Donuts Just Won Best in Alabama — Here’s Why Locals Are Buzzing

Bigfoot's Little Donuts in Huntsville has officially been crowned the best donut shop in Alabama. The tiny shop on Jordan Lane, tucked behind a gas station, beat out dozens of competitors in a statewide foodie poll. And honestly? Most locals aren't surprised.

• •Bigfoot's Little Donuts was voted best donut shop in Alabama by Foodie.
• •The shop operates out of a small kiosk behind a Shell station at 1900 Jordan Lane.
• •Owner Melissa Thompson started the business as a pop-up in 2021 before landing the permanent spot.

If you've driven past the site recently, you've likely seen the line , sometimes snaking out the door by 8 a.m. They open at 6:30 a.m. on weekdays and sell out most days by 11. Their maple bacon bar, red velvet cake donut, and seasonal honey lavender glaze are repeat favorites.

Here's the thing: this isn't a flashy shop. There's no seating, no digital menu boards. But the fried dough is fresh, the glazes are house-made, and the staff knows regulars by name. I grabbed coffee at Donut Hill across town and asked around , even rival owners admit Bigfoot's has the best glaze game in North Alabama.

The recognition comes from a public vote hosted by Foodie, a Southern food publication that's gaining traction for its unpolished, crowd-driven rankings Bigfoot's Little Donuts named best in the state. No paid entries, no editorial meddling. Just votes from folks who eat donuts regularly , which, let's be honest, is all of us at some point.

Having covered this beat for a while, I can tell you this: Huntsville's food scene is no longer just about BBQ and chicken sandwiches. We're building a real reputation for craft breakfast items, and Bigfoot's is leading the charge. They're on Rocket Pass, too , check them out if you haven't already.

The vibe on the ground is pure pride. No corporate franchise, no investor backing , just a local owner, a deep fryer, and a lot of creativity. And yeah, the parking lot's still gravel. But that's kind of the point.

They're planning a small celebration this Saturday morning with free mini-donuts for the first 100 guests. No raffle, no gimmicks , just sugar, gratitude, and a well-earned victory lap.