Mrs. Johnson's Bakery, beloved historic Austin doughnut shop, is back

With more than seven of decades of history, Mrs. Johnson's Bakery has long been a favorite among Austinites and University of Texas students, whose late-night cravings for doughnuts drove them to the North Austin shop's drive-thru window. Last year, fans were worried the iconic shop was closed for good.

The Airport Boulevard bakery was shut down for a year, but its closure led a change in leadership and some remodeling. Local restaurateurs Tyson and Graciela "Cherry" Blankemeyer are the new owners of Mrs. Johnson's, and they reopened the bakery's doors in November with a new look and the same classic offerings.

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