Franchising

Austin welcomes 2 Shipley Do-Nuts

Photo: Shipley

February 24, 2025

Shipley Do-Nuts has opened two locations in the Austin area at 7714 SW Pkwy., in South Austin and 15101 Ronald Reagan Blvd., in Leander.

Owned by franchisees David Howell, Richard Howell and Patrick Smith, the Leander and Austin shops are the first openings under a development deal for 15 stores in the Austin area, with two additional locations slated to open in 2025. A shop in Dripping Springs, owned by franchisee Marc Cortez, will open next month.

"Shipley is an iconic Texas brand that is growing fast, especially here in its home state," David Howell said in a company press release. "With Austin's rapid growth and new residents coming in from across the nation, we look forward introducing Texas' favorite donut to a wider audience as we expand throughout the area."

Founded in 1936, Houston-based Shipley Do-Nuts has over 370 company-owned and franchised restaurants across 12 states.