I do have a weakness for the deep-fried goodness that is a home made donut. I can’t help it. I try to just stay away from donut shops altogether, but this one had been calling my name for a while and I finally tried it out a couple months ago.
I’ve seen the lines at the Donut Vault a lot….they wrap around the corner right near the Kinzie Street Bridge/Merchandise Mart where I have photographed numerous wedding parties and engagement sessions. Finally curiosity got the best of me and I googled the place…only to learn that its probably the best donut shop in Chicago (I know, right? HOW did it take me so long to find this out?!)

The store is even tinier than it looks…more like a hallway than a store. They offer 3 kinds of donuts, I tried all of them and they are all amazing (we shared.) Since it was a nice day and there isn’t any seating inside, we walked over to sit by the river…maybe one of my favorite Chicago moments of all time with my best friend and my husby. Just a little tip though: They make the same amount every day and only stay open until they sell out! Its best to get there early, especially if you’re going on a weekend (and expect a line!).