It’s a Grind’s loss is Krispy Kreme’s gain. The doughnut purveyor is setting up shop in the now-closed coffee shop on North Oracle Road near West Magee Road.

Dan β€œDoughnut Dan” Brinton said the new shop should be open in a couple of weeks in the sprawling plaza that includes a Kohl’s store.

Brinton returned Krispy Kreme to Tucson this summer when he opened his first store at Cortaro Road and Interstate 10 in a space also formerly occupied by an It’s a Grind coffee shop.


Become a #ThisIsTucson member! Your contribution helps our team bring you stories that keep you connected to the community. Become a member today.

Read more restaurant news in Thursday's Caliente section of the Arizona Daily Star