World's Best Donuts
Known for: Seasonal (May-October) lakeside shop in Grand Marais famous for hand-made raised doughnuts, long johns, bismarcks, the house 'Skizzle' and the frosted 'Chet's Best' raised ring.
10 E. Wisconsin St.
Grand Marais, MN 55604
Monday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Founded in 1969 by Merieta 'GrammaRita' Altrichter, who hand-mixed dough in a small block building; the red-and-white shop on Wisconsin Street opened in 1977. Granddaughters Dee Brazell and Stacey took over in 2002 when Altrichter retired at 78, making it a multi-generation family operation.
Open since 1969
Third-generation family owners Dee Brazell and Stacey (granddaughters of the founder) since 2002.
Last checked 9/25/2026

