Top 10 Donut Shops in Chicago




Take a bit into a soft, fresh donut and enjoy the satisfaction of sweet flavors from these top donut shops in Chicago. Of course, everyone has their own opinions on which place is best, but they’re all recommended by locals. Whether you prefer cake donuts, glazed, or cream-filled donuts, you’re sure to find something satisfying at these top 10 donut shops in Chicago.



Do-Rite Donuts & Coffee, 50 W Randolph St
Do-Rite Donuts can do no wrong when it comes to donuts. Known for the delicious artisan donuts, this chef-owned shop offers a wide variety of donuts including vegan, old-fashioned, creative flavors, and everything you can possible desire. Their unique flavors and friendly service are a hit with locals and visitors from afar.


Weber's Bakery, 7055 W Archer Ave
Since 1930, Weber’s Bakery has been serving up amazing pastries including some of the best donuts you’ll ever taste. People travel from miles to taste the delicious, moist donuts featuring rich chocolate, sweet glazes, and scrumptious fillings. Their cakes are moist and delicious, as well.


Stan's Donuts & Coffee, Multiple Locations
There’s a donut for everyone at Stan’s Donuts & Coffee. Their wide variety of donuts make it nearly impossible to choose just one or two flavors. Customer favorites include the Nutella banana pocket, croissant donut, and toffee cake donut. They also have gluten-free options.  


Poppin Dough, 1235 95th St
Amazing customer service and decadent donuts is what you should expect from Poppin Dough. The owners are very friendly and even offer samples to customers. They also sell delicious popcorn and other treats you’ll be tempted to purchase along with your donuts.


Dinkel's Bakery, 3329 N Lincoln Ave
This old-school bakery is a Chicago classic known for their amazing pastries and hot chocolate. Customers love the glazed yeast donuts, strawberry and cheese danishes, and maple bacon donuts. Their carrot cake cupcakes are also very popular with patrons.


D&D's Place, 8324 S Kedzie Ave
For fresh and light donuts filled with flavor, look no further than D&D’s Place. The owners are very sweet and provide great customer service. The glazed donuts and apple fritters are favorites here, so stop in and try this mom and pop joint.


Somethin' Sweet Donuts, 5112 W Fullerton Ave
Although not as well known as some of the other places on this list, Somethin’ Sweet offers high-quality donuts served by helpful, friendly staff. Customer favorites include the crumb twists, red velvet, and French cruller. They’re also very generous with the fillings.


Doughnut Vault, 401 N Franklin St
Tucked away in a tiny “hole in the wall”, Doughnut Vault serves up handcrafted artisan donuts baked fresh daily. They have a large following of local patrons who arrive early each morning to grab their favorites including regular yeast donuts, apple fritters, and mocha coconut donuts. Go early and try to beat the crowd.


Firecakes Donuts, Multiple Locations
For excellent donuts and service, look no further than Firecakes Donuts. They are open late and favorites include the Nutella-stuffed donuts and ice cream donut sandwiches. Vegan and gluten-free options are also available.


Old Fashioned Donuts, 11248 S Michigan Ave
For melt-in-your-mouth delicious donuts, Old Fashioned Donuts has you covered. Patrons gush over their glazed and old-fashioned donuts. They’ve been in business for years and have always served consistently great donuts that keep loyal patrons coming back.


What is your favorite donut shop in Chicago?

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