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    Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee

    3.9 (507 reviews)
    ModerateDonuts, Coffee & Tea
    Open 6:30 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    SIDECAR DOUGHNUTS & COFFEE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    strawberry doughnut
    Erik G.

    Sidecar is hands down one of my favorite doughnut shops in LA. I am a regular at the Santa Monica location, visiting about once a week, and I've always been impressed by how cheerful, friendly, and welcoming the staff is there. However, I recently stopped by this location to grab a doughnut for my son, and unfortunately, the experience didn't quite measure up to the high standard I'm used to at other Sidecar shops. It felt as though the staff were unhappy to be there, which made the service feel a bit lacking. That said, my son absolutely loved his strawberry doughnut. Thank you, Sidecar, for consistently making excellent treats that always put a smile on our faces!

    Cookie dough and Basil Eggs & Benedict
    Kamron H.

    Wish I could give this place a 4.5 stars, it's not fair that Yelp won't let me do that. Anyways, the basil eggs & Benedict was surprisingly one of the best donuts I've ever had, especially since it's filled with hollandaise sauce and a poached egg

    Mango sticky rice donut
    CB C.

    The mango sticky ride donut was delicious, albeit the customer care is lackluster and less than enthusiastic sometimes. The food needs to be encapsulated and secured better from the flies. The patio area is nice to sit outside, sip coffee, and eat.

    Susie Blueberry Cakes - real blueberries - yum!!
    Sarah H.

    I was looking for a quick snack / and breakfast for the next day and this was directly in my line of sight. It's a tiny little shop but you don't need a big space for doughnuts and there was seating outside I think. The person working in the store was friendly. They take Apple Pay. I grabbed the Susie blueberry cakes for my snack and dessert, and the Vegan Matcha Strawberry for the next morning. Both doughnuts are a good bite, hearty enough that I only need one doughnut for a meal (or in my case I had half for dessert last night and have another half left for tonight!). The ingredients are fresh blueberries in the one and a beautiful green matcha in the other and powdered on the outside with a dried strawberry slice. The doughnuts are $5 each and totally worth it.

    Alfie E.

    An updated review: It's been nearly 5 years and I still come to this location steadily. I have family members asking specifically for me to bring a box of these for potluck. The price went up as expected with the times. But it's best to change your point of view on what kind of donut you get here. There are times when I can only eat half of a donut because it's full of flavor and I get full. I have bought three donuts, sliced them in to quarters and shared them with coworkers. Since my last review, they have developed an app. Download the app to accrue points for free donuts and drinks. (Oh that is another thing! Since my last review, they have been serving the best coffee and teas! They are just as well made as their donuts. My go-to drink is an iced vanilla latte but I have been so impressed with their seasonal drinks like the banana bread latte.) This particular location is also on the TooGood2Go app, where you can get discounted donuts at the end of the day. They make donuts fresh daily so you will be buying donuts made that day but didn't sell at closing.

    my boyfriend's chocolate yeast donut
    Sandra J.

    super good donuts! we love the free parking at this location & the staff are always friendly. they have some great classic flavors like the old-fashioned. my favorite has to be "butter & salt" which is like a salty old-fashioned junior. their cake donuts are the best but their yeast ones are popular too. some of their seasonals and rotating flavors can look gaudy but i see why they add those to the menu for others. personally, i can see why someone would call these the best donuts in the city.

    Ying L.

    I got the coconut cloud donut $5. It breaks apart like crumbs and it is not like a normal donut should be or maybe this is how they made the donut? I didn't like it. Maybe I will try a different flavor next time. Parking in the back. Friendly service.

    Mica M.

    Great, interesting donut flavors, with the Huckleberry donut being my favorite. It's a relatively small space, and donuts average around $5 each. The donuts are great, but I must say that I've been here about a dozen times already, and the staff does seem to be unhappy. No sense of urgency, no smiles. I'm always here around 5:00 pm, so maybe I just need to come earlier in the day. Please note: they are a cashless place.

    Various doughnuts
    La Sandra J.

    It was my first time at this location. I was going to the Trader Joe's next door and then the doughnut sign caught my eye. When I walked in I was immediately greeted by the entire staff with a hello and a smile. There was a huge variety of doughnuts and I was like a kid in a candy shop. Bree was helpful, and she pointed out the gluten-free doughnuts, and Symphony offered us samples. We finally decided on three doughnuts and a couple of drinks, again the staff were super friendly and helpful. There was a line but I don't feel rushed . Mario, Symphony, Bree, you ROCK!! There was one more staff member on duty but I forgot his name ‍‍

    Cassie T.

    While doughnuts are not THE dessert I would pick up first thing, Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee HAS to be my favorite spot for classic doughnuts. I like places like Holey Grail for smaller, Hawaiian taro doughnuts or Donut Friend for vegan donuts, but my bestie and I really enjoy Sidecar trips. The service is impeccably amicable, you can sample one of their daily flavors while you wait/choose, and you also can take home pretty boxes and bags! Sometimes Sidecar is very peaceful but other times it's very crowded--it also depends on the size of the location. Beverly Grove's is one of my favorite locations because the service is among the friendliest--they even gave me a couple of birthday coupons--and they offer parking validation! Their donuts never disappoint though; their vegan cookie crumble donut was sublime! I also have tried their Truvani protein donuts in the past and I'm so sad they discontinued their collabs. If you're reading this Sidecar HQ: bring them back!

    Vanilla latte
    Melissa O.

    Had to stop by to grab a donut, I love Sidecar. It was my first time at this location, I've only ever gone to the one in Santa Monica. I ordered a butter & salt donut and a vanilla latte with oat milk - both were DELICIOUS. I was especially happy with my hot latte, it was made perfectly. The customer service was great. I just wish there was more seating available.

    Chandra C.

    Great little donut spot! The staff were very friendly and patient while we decided which donuts to get. We ended up getting two Salt & Butter donuts, one Huckleberry, and one Maple Bacon. All of the donuts were warm and soft inside and had the perfect texture I look for in a donut. We weren't fans of the iced vanilla latte, though - the coffee tasted burnt.

    Donuts
    Haleh M.

    Came by for some goodies today and definitely didn't leave empty handed. Coffee was on point and donuts were so fresh. Quick service and all the workers were so kind and welcoming.

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    The eggs benedict donut is incredible! It was easy to order and fast to pay. No wait either.

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    Ask the Community - Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee

    What kind of oil does sidecar donuts fry in? I have a soy allergy and can't have vegetable oil.

    According to their website: "We fry all our doughnuts in organic, sustainable palm oil."

    Does the inside have air purifier(s) and/or central air conditioning (HVAC) running throughout the day to filter indoor air?

    How do you contact this location, especially when they mess up your order and no one answers the phone at the store?

    U have to go in sadly

    Is there a May promocode for BOGO?

    If I go in around 4 pm will all the donuts till be available and how do I ensure that I get the freshest donuts?

    Yes they will. They bake them all day. Once you get there, ask which ones are the freshest. The least fresh are still pretty dang fresh.

    Are you guys open yet or have an opening date in mind?

    Seriously slow! Like what is the point of having the order ahead app?

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    I've been to the Verve Coffee Roasters in DTLA so was excited to try this WeHo hot spot because I…read moreenjoy their coffee. This place is so cute that I've driven by it a million times thinking it was a fancy restaurant - not a cute hidden gem coffee shop! This particular shop is incredibly popular and always full but if you're lucky you'll get a seat in their adorable little outdoor area. They have some belly up counter style seats along the sidewalk and also a side garden with a few tables & chairs, plus some cute cushions on the steps for ground seating. Once again, I'm obsessed with the aesthetics at a Verve location. They really seem to focus on rustic wood vibes inside and incorporating nature in a fun way. I always love their flash nitro cold brew here. It's so smooth and refreshing! I also tried their matcha and loved it. Plus their chocolate chip sea salt cookie was money. I'm sure I'll be back to Verve in WeHo! Really enjoyed it yesterday.

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    I've been here a couple of times and thought it was time to review this establishment. Located at…read morethe busy intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and Fairfax in West Hollywood; you won't be disappointed. It's a small space with a few tables inside with multiple large sliding glass doors that open onto the intersection on one side and a courtyard on the other side. It gives the place a nice urban feel with plenty of foot traffic outside and people watching. You order from one of the two kiosks outside of the kitchen. You select from the menu, make your payment, and assigned a number to notify you when your order is ready. They send messages to you via text. I was with a friend mid-afternoon on a Saturday. There was just a couple of people inside when we arrived. The evenings are usually busier with several people inside and on the outdoor courtyard which has a few tables. We both ordered cheesecake and we loved them. Very fresh, flavorful, and creamy in texture. I had the Oreo Cheesecake and my friend had the Mocha Cheesecake. My friend also had a Fusion Mocha Shake which he said tasted great with the right amount of mocha flavoring for his taste. We spoke to the owner/baker after we ate to compliment his desserts. I asked how business was and he said unfortunately slow. He mentioned how restaurants in general were having a hard time in the current uncertain economy. It has nothing to do with his products. The desserts and treats are great. If you can, give this spot a try. And the prices are reasonable considering the quality of the desserts. There's a promotion for new customers. Whatever amount you spend on your first visit, you earn that amount in credits towards your next purchase. It's all automated through your phone number. Open everyday until midnight. There are complimentary board games to play while dining. Limited parking in the plaza or street parking. It's great to have a quality dessert café in my neighborhood.

    Had a friend's meet up reunion at Sweets Talk in West Hollywood and it was so much fun…read more You cannot miss the venue because it says "Sweets Talk" outside of the place in huge letters and there's a boba drinks sandwich boards advertising on the sidewalk. It's a petit venue with comfy couch seating, chairs and cute table that you can connect. We did that since there were about 7 of us. You order from the two kiosks or off of your phone so remember that they do not take cash as payment. There's so many fun options on the menus from scrumptious desserts, hot and cold beverages like teas and coffees. I had to have an iced boba beverage. So yummy. Our server who may also be the owner was very nice. Quick service, like we received text messages that your order has been placed and it was brought to our table within minutes. Incredible and he was very cheerful. While conversations were happening I noticed a cool shelf and on the shelf were games! Fun board and card games that continued the our mini party! This place was open until 11pm so it cool to have a coffee shop that stays open late. I took public transportation but there is underground parking at the venue, there are tons of parking meters and parking in the residential area. This place is YUMMY!

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