Best Doughnut in Los Angeles

6 restaurants compared

Price range: $3.50 – $6.00

Avg recommendation: 96%

Top 5 Doughnut in Los Angeles (Quick Answer)

Our editors' picks across 6 restaurants:

Sidecar Doughnuts — score 100/100, $5.50 (Santa Monica)
Bob's Coffee & Doughnuts — score 98/100, $3.50 (Mid-Wilshire)
Sidecar Doughnuts — score 98/100, $4.75 (Santa Monica)
Sidecar Doughnuts — score 94/100, $6.00 (Santa Monica)
Bob's Coffee & Doughnuts — score 92/100, $3.75 (Mid-Wilshire)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 6 Restaurants Compared

#1Score 100/100

Sidecar Doughnuts

Santa Monica·$$

Huckleberry Doughnut

$5.50

Signature cake doughnut made with fresh Oregon huckleberries and a bright purple glaze.

Tip: This is the one that made them famous. It's much more substantial than a standard glazed doughnut—one is enough for a solid snack.

#2Score 98/100

Bob's Coffee & Doughnuts

Mid-Wilshire·$

The Big Texan

$3.50

An oversized raised doughnut with a classic sweet glaze.

Tip: This is the ultimate classic glazed donut. the size is impressive but it's the lightness of the dough that really makes it.

#3Score 98/100

Sidecar Doughnuts

Santa Monica·$$

Butter & Salt Doughnut

$4.75

Raised doughnut with a brown butter glaze and a sprinkle of Maldon sea salt.

Tip: Don't let the simplicity fool you. The combination of high-quality butter and sea salt is addictive. It's many regulars' favorite.

#4Score 94/100

Sidecar Doughnuts

Santa Monica·$$

Passion Fruit Pavlova Doughnut

$6.00

Raised doughnut with passion fruit glaze, whipped cream, and meringue crumbles.

Tip: This is one of the more complex doughnuts on the menu. The balance of tart passion fruit and sweet meringue is excellent.

#5Score 92/100

Bob's Coffee & Doughnuts

Mid-Wilshire·$

Glazed Raspberry Filled

$3.75

Raised doughnut filled with sweet raspberry jam and topped with a classic glaze.

Tip: They don't hold back on the filling! The raspberry jam is very flavorful and much better than standard commercial versions.

#6Score 92/100

Sidecar Doughnuts

Santa Monica·$$

Celebration Cake Doughnut

$4.50

Funfetti-style cake doughnut with vanilla glaze and colorful sprinkles.

Tip: This is a great choice if you want something sweet and nostalgic. It's consistently well-prepared and always a crowd-pleaser.