We Can’t Keep Our Hands Off These Donuts in LA
Written By: Jessica Gomes and Michelle Slieff Donut Shops in Los Angeles
Glazed, Old Fashioned, Crullers, Twists, Jelly, cream-filled, Long Johns, Dutchies, Malasadas, Bomboloni …
A variety of donuts at this very moment lie behind the glass counter begging to be eaten. There are sweet ones, savory, salted, frosted, fried and baked. Here at LOCALE we have a special bond with donuts. We put together a list of locations where we like to get our fingers sticky. You can eat them for breakfast, dessert, midnight snack or any time the mood strikes (which is basically weekly). Lucky for us, donut stores across the county are open for business at various hours-day and night. We know you can relate to the happiness that donuts bring. Remember back in the day when hanging out at the donut shop became a lifestyle? Things have changed, we’ve since then grown up, but so has the donut! There are so many different types of donuts. Just to offer a few examples from opposite sides of the spectrum, think about the bacon donut and the fōnut (the say don’t call it a donut, but it’s pretty close).
Whatever your preference is, donuts continue to be the All-American favorite when it comes to the sweet breakfast (or dessert or lunch or midnight snack) treats. This confection may or may not have been started by the Dutch, with their Olykoeks, or “oil cakes” dating back to the mid 19th century. Back then, they took a cake, formed it into balls and fried it in pork fat until they turned golden brown, only then were they ready for consumption. Whether it was the Dutch, French, Russians, Native Americans or whoever wants to take credit for this beloved office, birthday or Saturday morning snack, we are thankful donuts are around today. Now these breakfast rings are available with a wide range of options from the creative chefs across the U.S.A.
There are plenty of donut shops to choose from in LA to get your preferred fried pastry. Here we list a few of the best spots in town to get your donut fix.
Donut Fact: Doughnut was shortened to Donut in the 1920s when a New York based doughnut machine corporation began looking at international markets. They wanted to create a shorter, phonetic sounding name, in hopes for a higher appeal abroad.
DK’s Donuts
This family owned donut shop has been around for 32 years, providing some of the best donuts around Los Angeles. Their donut flavors range from their Famous Glazed to Blueberry Cake, Honey Glazed Toasted Coconut, Maple Bacon Bliss O-nut and Pro-nuts (their protein packed donuts made with Protizyme Protein from Metabolic Nutrition). With the shop being open 24 hours a day, you can stop in to get your donut fix whenever the craving comes up! If you haven’t tried them yet, order the waffle donut hybrid, the first in Los Angeles, brought to you by DK!
Native Knowledge: DK’s is open 24 hours a day and offers delivery
1614 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
310.829.2512 | www.dksdonuts.com
Spudnuts Donuts
Made with real potato flour, Spudnuts are lighter and fluffier than normally raised donuts. You won’t be disappointed with the flour change and will most likely make this your new donut shop. Order up their crazy Cronut, their famous pastry that keeps people coming back for more.
8225 Topanga Cyn Blvd
Canoga Park, CA 91304
818.348.5054 | www.spudnutsdonuts.com
Donut Snob
“So go ahead, be just a little snobby about your donuts… it’s what we live for.”
This premiere Los Angeles donut shop was created by proclaimed, “Head Snob” Janeen Gudelj while on an epic food journey in Oregon. Her goal through creating her donut shop concept was to create a quality product that Los Angeles could be proud of, and she has succeeded. Transforming the classic fried cake into “culinary perfection, ” their recipe starts with creating small batches fresh daily, hand glazing and topping with “perfectly balanced flavor combinations.” With every bite, you will experience the finest ingredients, showing through its texture, flavor and presentation.
Multiple Los Angeles Locations!
323.424.7485 | www.thedonutsnob.com
The Donut Man
The Donut Man has been featured in numerous national television channels and media outlets around the world. Now one of the most famous donut shops, The Donut Man prides himself on creating high quality, seasonal products with exceptional customer service. Try their famous Fresh Peach, and Strawberry stuffed donut or if you are feeling ambitious order their foot long Tiger Tails. Wash down the sweet goodness with a cup of coffee, providing a custom blend of coffee, whose quality is just good as their donut ingredients.
Native Knowledge: The Donut Man is open 24 hours a day.
915 E Rt 66
Glendora, CA 91740
626.335.9111 | www.thedonutmanca.com
Fōnuts
The mission behind Fōnuts was to raise the bar when it comes to coffee and donuts. The owners, a celebrated Los Angeles pastry chef, Waylynn Lucas, and a gluten-free baking genius, Nancy Truman, wanted to put a twist on donut making while offering gluten-free and vegan options. Instead of frying them, as they traditionally are, they either bake or steam them, using natural ingredients, without sacrificing that fluffy, gooey texture we all know and love.
Native Knowledge: They offer vegan and gluten-free options
Fun Facts: Nancy Truman is a voice actress and has a reoccurring role on the TV show Handy Mandy.
8104 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, California 90048
323.592.3075 | www.fonuts.com
Stan’s Doughnuts
For almost 40 years, Stan has been baking gourmet donuts; coming up with flavors you won’t be able to find anywhere else. Choose from their Cinnamon Chocolate Cheese Danish, Apple Fritter or Reese’s Peanut Butter Pocket with fresh bananas. With over 75 options to choose from, you are bound to find something you love at this corner donut stop.
10948 Weyburn Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310.20.8660 | www.stansdoughnuts.com
Kettle Glazed Doughnuts
This classic donut shop provides quality coffee and multiple flavors of donuts including unique flavors like their Pistachio croissant- style donut. They make each batch from scratch, in house and only use high-quality ingredients ensuring fresh, flavorful donuts every day.
Native Knowledge: They provide gluten free and vegan options
6211 Franklin Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90028
323.462.2344 | www.kettleglazed.com
S K’s Donuts & Bakery
This family owned neighborhood shop has been making donuts, croissants, sandwiches and providing coffee since 1989. They serve up classic style donuts and “new fan favorites” putting their twist into donut making. Try their Skronut, a “fan favorite” you will understand why everybody loves them!
Native Knowledge: They are open 24 hours a day!
5850 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323.935.2409 | www.skdonut-hub.com