Wildly Popular Dessert Shop Voodoo Doughnut to Open in Miami

Doughnut lovers in Miami, your sweet cravings are about to get a serious upgrade: Voodoo Doughnut, Portland's iconic doughnut shop known for its wildly creative flavors and eye-catching pink boxes, is opening its first Miami location in Wynwood this year. Located at 2401 NW Second Ave., the Miami shop will be situated on Wynwood's main strip, walking distance to staples like Coyo Taco and Panther Coffee.

"We are excited to bring Voodoo to Miami and extend our creative culinary roots across the coast," says Chris Schultz, CEO of Voodoo Doughnut. "As a brand committed to celebrating artistry and innovation, Wynwood feels like the perfect fit, and we look forward to becoming a part of this dynamic neighborhood."

Voodoo's story began in 2000 (over 23 years ago!) when founders and friends Kenneth "Cat Daddy" Pogson and Tres Shannon noticed the lack of doughnut shops in downtown Portland. Therefore, in 2003, they took a chance on renting a small storefront between two nightclubs in Old Town, where they jokingly swore to achieve "world doughnut domination." Well, they were certainly onto something.

Since then, Voodoo Doughnut has pushed the boundaries of what a doughnut can be — they're even credited with creating the gourmet doughnut category, offering imaginative, over-the-top flavor combinations that have drawn legions of loyal fans. Now, with 22 locations around the country, the iconic pink boxes and creative doughnuts have become a cult favorite for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Voodoo's Signature Doughnuts Have a Cult-like Following

Some of Voodoo's signature doughnuts have earned a place in the hearts of doughnut lovers nationwide. These include the "Old Dirty Bastard," a doughnut topped with chocolate frosting, chocolate cream-filled cookies, and peanut butter drizzle; the "Memphis Mafia," featuring fried dough with banana chunks, cinnamon, and a mix of glaze, chocolate chips, peanuts, and drizzles of chocolate and peanut butter, and the "Maple Blazer Blunt," dusted with cinnamon sugar, maple frosting, and red sprinkles.

Voodoo Doughnut's arrival in Wynwood marks an exciting expansion for the brand, with five more locations coming soon, including the Miami shop. Miami's doughnut scene, however, is no stranger to creativity. Local favorites like the Salty Donut, which is considered to be Miami's first "artisanal doughnut shop," have made their mark in the Magic City with bold flavors and a passionate fan base. These shops have built a strong following in the last decade with their dedication to quality and innovation, setting the stage for a healthy doughnut rivalry in the Magic City.

Details about when Voodoo Doughnut will officially open are still unclear. However, an opening date is expected to be announced in the next few months.

Voodoo Doughnut. voodoodoughnut.com. Opening in Wynwood in 2025.