King Donut

When my nephew visited from the East Coast, one of the places he wanted to try was S&K Donuts. I…read morehad been getting my hair cut in the same strip mall for quite a while, but I had never stopped in. He told me he had seen it featured on the Food Network. I remember thinking that just because a place was on the Food Network did not necessarily mean it was good. As it turned out, I was glad we stopped by because the donuts were excellent. I am not going to claim that they have the best donuts in Los Angeles, but they are very good, and the staff is always friendly.

I enjoyed my ham and cheese croissant! Made a mess that all good croissants do!…read more Service was good except they forgot to give me my receipt, do not answer the phone or return voice messages or instagram messages. It's a basic donut shop and overall everything looks good.

Oreo Blast donut

Some more smores

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Mmmmmm.....

Donut Friend - Highland Park

4.4(2.9k reviews)

7.3 mi•Highland Park

Donut Friend has the best vegan donuts that I know. Not good like- these are good for being vegan,…read morebut good like- these are just delicious. I wish that the store was open earlier so that I could pick up in the way to work.

I love Donut Friend!!! Their Cannoli Donut is my (and my…read morefamily's) favorite donut ever. I was in the area and called ahead to see if they had any I could pre-order, but found out that the Cannoli Donut was a seasonal option and they didn't have the ingredients to make any. Donut Friend, if you're reading this, please bring the Cannoli Donut back! The helpful staff member speaking with me on the phone let me know about the Danish Donut which has a cream cheese filling which is what she thought would be most similar to the mascarpone filling. It was delicious, but Cannoli is still my favorite. I wasn't a fan of the Strawberry Mochi Donut- not sure why because I love strawberries and the texture of mochi & glutinous rice flour. Samoa & Cinnamon Toast were tasty! Thanks Donut Friend!!

Give Up The Toast. $3.90 & Rites of Sprinkles - Raised. $3.90

Polar berry club, yum

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Still a good selection available late at night

Donut Friend

4.5(606 reviews)

1.9 mi•Downtown

The donuts were pretty good! They weren't trying to emulate a traditional donut, but stood out on…read moretheir own as yummy. The interesting thing about vegan and vegetarian food is it's more diverse than any other in the U.S.-- on that, the variety was great! The service was very good! We were greeted quickly and given the rundown of what was on offer, the second visit it was less exuberant, but busy. The place is nice and clean, the sidewalk is a bit desolate. The street parking was close. Lots more to see around the neighborhood. DTLA has drastically improved since the shutdown. The unhoused seem to be housed now and general vagrancy is sparse, so that's nice to see. Lots of interesting shops and restaurants opening. Worth the trip!

Unfortunately, my first experience at Donut Friend was pretty disappointing…read more They were supposed to open at 7:00 AM, but didn't open until 7:13 AM. I was parked outside waiting and was the first customer in. I greeted the employee when I walked in and didn't get a greeting back. I mentioned it was my first time visiting, and with so many flavors and options, I was hoping for some recommendations or guidance. Instead, the interaction felt unenthusiastic and I received very little help. I purchased 18 donuts for $85.07, so I definitely expected a better overall experience. To top it off, the box I was given had chocolate smeared on the outside, which made the presentation feel careless, especially for an order that size and price. The selection looks great, but between opening late, the lack of customer service, and receiving a dirty box, my first visit unfortunately wasn't a good one. Hopefully it was just an off morning.

Ice cream options too!

Iced Stumptown Cold Brew (Original)

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The Donut Man

4.1(655 reviews)

2.2 mi•Downtown

Good donuts and sweet pastries. You can't go wrong here. They also have coffee, etc. service is…read morefast even when the line seems long.

I heard so much about The Donut Man over the years, I finally made it down here to pick up a box…read more Not sure how long this location has been here at the Central Market in DTLA, but I was happy that it was here since the original location is much further drive from my home. I picked up two of each fresh strawberry and fresh peach, which are seasonal donuts. Let me tell you, it's worth the hype and price. Normal I'm not a donut fan, I'd rather have an everything bagel with cream cheese. But man, these donuts are the bomb. I'm glad The Donut Man isn't close to where I live. If you love donuts, and even if you don't....this is a must!

Tiger tails

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Strawberry glaze

Flour Fresh Cream Donut

4.8(206 reviews)

1.9 mi•Koreatown

I just realized Flour Fresh Cream Donut has another location on La Brea, but this spot has a very…read morecute exterior with pink walls. It's very inviting and I was curious what these donuts tasted like. The sweet potato donut was my favorite. It wasn't too sweet and had a great sweet potato filling. My second favorite was the cookies and cream, which features a great cookies and cream filling inside. I also tried the chocolatella, which had a mousse-like filling and was just okay. The last one I tried was the s'mores and it was my least favorite because it had no filling and tasted pretty mediocre. I'd like to come back and try some of their other fun flavors like the tiramisu.

A huuuuge plus: NO parking issues!!!…read more I got six donuts: crème brûlée/matcha tiramisu/smores/misagaru/strawberry/pistachio n all were greaaaaat. Like ppl say, great quality donuts that aren't overly sweet.

2.1 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

Black Sesame

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Mom's choice! Tiramisu, smores, sweet potato, and black sesame...

California Donuts

4.0(3.2k reviews)

Great donut location open 24 hours smack in the middle of night life ktown…read more After getting KBBQ or after hitting the club this donut shop boasts many classic and unique kinds of donuts, they're sure to have something you want. Amazing selection of ice blended drinks as well at hot drinks. Good service even when busy. Very sweet so compliment with a chocolate milk or mocha ice blended drink!

Two words. Best Donuts in town!!…read more The vibes says it all, open store front view but a whole in the wall IYKUK and the services are excellent as well U get ur donuts as u pick em then u can eat em on site or take it home Either at its amazing Uniquely designed and perfectly made donuts for you and ur friends, either late nite crave or early morning snacks Win wine situation Must try

2.6 mi•Little Tokyo, Downtown

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Cafe Dulce

4.2(2.7k reviews)

Soooo goood the matcha is the best and the have really good pastries!!! And the people that were…read moreworking so kind!!

This place is sweet…read more Fresh & expansive selection of just right sweetness in pastry form. Come during peak hours and see the line out the door. Moves reasonably quickly; just be ready when you get inside otherwise someone will order in front of you. A few seats outside around the village to enjoy the sweet buns. *Recommended ~ Dino Churro for a nice tapioca chew. Funny to come from PDX and find Stumptown here in Japantown ;)

Small case with a lot of flavor

Crème Brûlée Donut. 5/5

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Various Milk Cream Donuts

Holey Grail Donuts

4.4(234 reviews)

3.3 mi•Windsor Square

This is my new "thing"…read more Very hot. Super fresh and they have a crunch on the outside. These are not the dreaded "cake donuts" I was expecting. Loved the passion fruit and liked the rose. As long as they continue to uplift and source from the Hawaiian community of origin - I'll pay the $4-5 per. There's always more work to do and I'll be back.

Great gourmet specialty donuts…read more Amazing service - warm them up for you and made on the spot with the add ons. Cute vibe inside.

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Flour Fresh Cream Donut

4.6(71 reviews)

3.5 mi•Mid-Wilshire

The cashier was very patient with us and gave us some recommendations. good snack, and would def go…read moreagain :p

I love this bakery because it reminds me of all the Asian bakeries back in New Zealand. The cream…read morethey use just sits better. It's light and fresh, not like the fake, overly sweet crap you get at most bakeries here in the US. I think I've ordered from them 6 times in the last two weeks, which probably says it all. The strawberry cream donuts especially remind me of the cream donuts back in NZ. So worth it that I genuinely don't give a shit about the calories lol.

In case you care for calories in their Cookies N Cream $5.75

Blueberry Milk Cream $4.75 - the weight of it in case you care for calories purposes

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Cookies N Cream $5.75 tasty but their strawberry is the best

Honey Donuts

4.6(203 reviews)

4.3 mi•Lincoln Heights

4.5 I love their…read morenormal glazed and their twists. Actually the best donuts I've had because I don't usually like donuts like at all. I tried this at an event and it was great. Their jelly donuts are not as good as their normal donuts in my opinion though.

Tried their danishes They were a decent size…read more Filling was a bit skimpy Crust was ok They do have a variety in menu Lots of choices Parking is available

02-01-2026 sandwich menu

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Andy S.

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6

1

17 years ago

They have great smoothies here and it is also affordable. I've been coming here fairly often and usually it gets busy in the morning because lots of workers are there to buy coffee and breakfast sandwiches. They have a variety of smoothies and sandwiches. This is the place to go to if you're craving donuts. It is a mom n' pop store so you know you're getting good service. very nice people. read more

Calvin C.

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13 years ago

King Donuts has got to be one of the best classic donut shops on the planet. The donuts rock, the coffee is great and the owners are friendly and fun. They have a huge seating area that is laptop-friendly and I've spent many long lunches there (the teriyaki, yakisoba and egg rolls are all awesome). And they have some of the best prices in Seattle... great place. read more

Leonardo D.

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3

1

8 years ago

horrible service and don't even get your order right. rude employees, don't even go here.

Millz A.

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39

58

10 years ago

$1 for 10 donut holes. they're good.

West A.

45

74

1

13 years ago

Friendly, cheap and good.

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