North Lime Coffee & Donuts
Known for: Scratch-made yeast and cake doughnuts in inventive rotating flavors (Sprinkle Explosion, seasonal specials) paired with locally roasted coffee; occasional vegan and gluten-free options.
3 locations
Lexington, KY · Louisville, KY
Founded in 2012 on North Limestone in Lexington by Joe Ross, Heidi Hays and Teddy Ray, inspired by Seattle's Top Pot. Grew to two Lexington shops and two in Louisville; the Old Louisville shop closed after six years, leaving three locations.
Open since 2012
Co-owned by founders including Joe Ross; no franchising found.

