Dunkin’ Doughnut Shortage Hits Nebraska and New Mexico Stores
No Doughnuts in Sight:
Dunkin’ stores in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island in Nebraska, as well as some other states, have reported that they are out of doughnuts. The stores have put up signs on their doors and drive-thru kiosks informing customers that the pastries are unavailable due to a "manufacturing error." Some locations are offering "Munchkins," or doughnut holes, as an alternative.
Customers Left Disappointed:
Tyler Raikar, a phlebotomist from Omaha, stopped by a Dunkin’ store on Friday morning to grab a coffee and a chocolate cake doughnut. When she was told that the location had no doughnuts, she exclaimed, "That’s tragic!" She was relieved that they still had coffee, but was still disappointed that she couldn’t get a doughnut.
Supply Chain Issues:
Throughout Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the surrounding suburbs, store after store has confirmed that they are experiencing a doughnut drought. Employees have attributed the shortage to supply chain issues, with delivery trucks arriving without the expected cargo. They hope that stocks will be replenished by next week.
National Issue:
A manager at a west Omaha Dunkin’ location said that the shortage is a national problem and couldn’t provide more information on the cause, citing orders from Dunkin’s corporate headquarters.
Other Regions Unaffected:
Checks of locations in other regions, including St. Joseph, Missouri, and Boston, found no shortage of doughnuts. Boston, in particular, has a strong following for Dunkin’, and the stores had a steady supply of doughnuts.
Company Statement:
A spokesperson for Inspire Brands, which owns Dunkin’, said that there was an issue with doughnuts from a single supplier that impacted stores in Nebraska and some other states. The company is still investigating the issue, but has already begun restocking some affected stores.
Conclusion:
The doughnut shortage at Dunkin’ stores in Nebraska and some other states has left customers disappointed. However, the company has assured that it is working to resolve the issue and restock its stores. In the meantime, customers can still get their coffee fix, even if it’s without the doughnuts.
FAQs:
Q: What is the cause of the doughnut shortage?
A: The cause is due to a manufacturing error and supply chain issues.
Q: Which states are affected?
A: Nebraska and some other states, but the company has not specified which ones.
Q: How many stores are affected?
A: About 4% of Dunkin’s U.S. stores, which is around 380 locations.
Q: When will the doughnuts be back in stock?
A: The company hopes to restock some stores by next week, but has not specified a exact date.
