Mark’s Do-Nut Shop in North Little Rock has a loyal following, including one writer who finds himself drawn to the shop with an almost supernatural pull. Despite a childhood incident involving a donut hole that led to years of avoiding donuts, he rediscovered his love for the fried treats in his 20s, particularly at Mark’s. The shop, which has been serving customers since 1978, may not have trendy decor or fancy toppings, but its focus on simple, delicious donuts has earned it a devoted customer base.
The shop opens at 5:30 a.m. and early risers are rewarded with the freshest donuts. The interior is simple, with little decoration aside from a picture of donuts and a sign advertising buckets for $2. The menu is small but mighty, offering classic flavors like glazed, chocolate, coconut, jelly, creme-filled, and cinnamon rolls. The original glazed donut is described as the platonic ideal of a donut, with its perfect combination of weight, fluffiness, resistance, and sweetness.
Despite its popularity, the owner, presumed to be Mark himself, declined an interview request citing exhaustion and the need to focus on other tasks like taxes. It seems that Mark’s Do-Nut Shop is thriving on its own without the need for additional publicity. The shop’s dedication to simplicity and quality donuts has earned it a special place in the hearts of its customers, who continue to flock to Levy to indulge in the delicious treats.
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