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Donuts and cake

You appreciate a menu that understands the distinct appeal of both a fresh donut and a slice of cake.

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Donut shop offers pickup only service with reservable timeslots and outdoor tables for eating. Donuts feature unique, seasonal flavors with strong, creative combinations and are best enjoyed warm. Pricing is reasonable, and the shop consistently delivers high-quality, melt-in-your-mouth treats.

Donuts here offer a delicate flavor and come fried to order, ensuring freshness. They avoid the usual greasy taste by using quality oil, making each bite feel like an artful creation.

Buckwheat Cake Donut with Rhรผbรคrb stands out as a well-made option. Cake donuts appear in the everything box, which includes two cake donuts alongside other varieties.

People are saying

"These donuts are the best I've ever had."

"The takeout donuts here are mind-blowing and made to order."

"I believed these were the best donuts in the city."

Good to know

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It is best to order online and pick up hot and ready donuts.

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A box of 4 doughnuts costs $12, and each donut is $3.

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You can reserve pickup timeslots online for convenience.

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Bakery offers a tropical Hawaiian vibe with colorful, island-themed decor and reggae music setting a chill atmosphere. Cakes feature unique tropical flavors like guava and Haupia, creating a distinct dessert experience. The space feels cozy and welcoming, fostering a sense of community.

Soft and sweet donuts stand out here, especially the guava-filled variety. Cakes and donuts both offer a satisfying, flavorful treat.

Cakes here feature light icing that balances well with rich ingredients like chocolate and macadamia nuts. Popular options include Chantilly, guava, and rainbow cakes, all praised for their flavor and freshness.

People are saying

"The cakes here have such refreshing, vibrant flavors."

"The Chantilly cake from this bakery is a must-have for birthdays."

"I thought the donuts here were the best I've ever had."

Good to know

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Reservations are required for custom cakes with a 48-hour notice.

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Cakes cost around $60 each, with some specialty cakes priced higher.

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Parking is now charged, and signs are limited, leading to potential tickets.

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Small, classic donut shop with a Houston style and locally run feel. Atmosphere is simple and old-school, with no seating and a quick sell-out of donuts. Donuts are highly regarded for flavor and variety, attracting early lines for the best selection.

Donuts here stand out for their amazing flavor and great value, with options like the raspberry iced French Cruller and orange donuts selling out fast. A 5-gallon bucket of donuts goes for just 3 dollars, making them both tasty and affordable.

Cake donuts come with a light crisp on some edges and a tasty, light inside. Favorites include the white coconut, mochi, and crumb cake varieties.

People are saying

"I had the best donuts Iโ€™ve ever had in my life."

"The ham and cheese croissant is out of this world."

"Their apple fritter is the showstopper and sets the bar."

Good to know

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They often run out of donuts after 9am, so arrive early.

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Expect limited selection if you arrive after 10am.

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Prices for donuts are very reasonable, typically around $3 each.

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Donut shop

Small shop with cozy, family-friendly atmosphere and clean, inviting space offers artisan donuts featuring unique, rotating flavors including vegan options. The vibe is casual and quick, suited for grabbing a donut and leaving. Donuts often sell out before closing, reflecting their popularity.

Massive donuts come with high quality ingredients and thoughtful flavors like passionfruit crรจme brรปlรฉe, brown butter sea salt, La mexicana, and tres leches. Customer service is great and the donuts are consistently delicious and sweet.

Cakes include tres leches, passion fruit, and churro flavors. The tiramisu cake is popular for birthdays. Some cakes, like passion fruit, could be moister.

People are saying

"The donuts here are stunning and incredibly delicious."

"You've got to try their unique flavors like guava and queso."

"These cakes are so delicious, I was surprised by how good they are."

Good to know

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They offer both vegan and regular donuts.

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They made fresh donuts every day and often ran out before closing.

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I needed to get there early because the donuts sell out fast.

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Small bakery with Japanese-style pastries and exquisitely designed treats creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere surrounded by vibrant plants. Seating is limited to bar stools, favoring pickup or to-go orders. The vibe is friendly and inviting, making it a quiet spot for catching up or enjoying sweet treats.

Square and cube donuts stand out with flavors like kinako and sesame. Other treats include yuzu lava cake and caramelized apple cinnamon pie.

Custom order cakes come out beautifully made and tasty, with options like yuzu pound cake that pairs well with coffee. Flavors include hojicha, caramel coffee jelly, and strawberry cream, all moist and flavorful without being too sweet.

People are saying

"Their cakes are the best I ever had."

"I thought the matcha latte was the best I've ever tasted."

"The cube donuts here are prepared to order with perfect texture."

Good to know

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Order whole cakes a few days in advance to ensure availability.

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Free 2-hour street parking is available nearby.

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Seating is limited, so plan to take your treats to go.

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Bakery offers a wide variety of Filipino pastries and Ube baked goods with affordable prices and fresh products. Atmosphere feels welcoming despite a somewhat run-down building and limited parking. Known for top-notch donuts and high-quality birthday cakes.

Donuts come in ube filled, square layered, and soft apple fritter varieties. The donuts have consistent quality and authentic flavors, especially the ube and custard rolled cakes.

Ube cake stands out for its light texture and balanced sweetness, often customized with logos or specific toppings. Cakes serve large groups well, with options like custard rolled cakes and buttercream-iced rolls adding variety to celebrations.

People are saying

"You have to try the donuts and pastries at this bakery; they're top notch."

"The ube cake was a hit, light and not too sugary."

"I love their ube donuts; they're so delicious."

Good to know

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Bring cash for purchases under $10 to avoid credit card fees.

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Parking can be limited due to staff taking up spaces.

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The bakery offers a variety of Filipino pastries and cakes.

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Small bakery with an open kitchen and limited indoor seating creates a cozy, crowded atmosphere. Plenty of outdoor seating offers a sheltered, European-style patio space. The smell of fresh bread fills the air, and watching bakers work adds to the lively vibe.

Key lime pie donut stands out with its incredible flavor. Vanilla cream donut holes come as a nice bonus with orders. Whole donuts are excellent and worth trying.

Blue corn pound cake stands out with its lemon drizzle and unique texture. Earlgrey Blackberry Lemon Cake and pumpkin cake with seeds add variety to the innovative cake selection.

People are saying

"I loved the amazing bread and pastries here."

"The brioche buns on the breakfast sandwich were toasted well and super soft."

"I loved the blue corn pound cake with its stunning texture and flavor."

Good to know

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Arrive early to avoid long lines, especially on Saturday mornings.

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Expect a line out the door during peak hours, particularly on weekends.

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Parking around the bakery can be challenging; consider public transport.

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Mighty-O Donuts- Greenlake image 1

Bright space with large windows overlooks a peaceful neighborhood, creating a cheerful, relaxing vibe. Indoor and outdoor seating offers a quaint, Parisian cafe feel that welcomes friends, family, kids, and pets. The atmosphere includes creative, delicious vegan donuts and themed music that add a fun, lively touch.

Donuts here are cake-y and feel-good, with a variety of flavors including vegan options safe for lactose and egg intolerances. The maple bar stands out as a huge yeast donut coated with rich maple frosting.

Most donuts here are cake style and taste delicious. The feel-good cake donuts stand out as perfect for those who prefer that style.

People are saying

"I found the donuts here to be the best I ever had."

"I was surprised all the donuts here are vegan and delicious."

"I found their cake donuts to be the best."

Good to know

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They do not accept cash; credit cards and mobile payments only.

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All donuts are vegan, making them suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

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The donuts are a little expensive, but buying more can save money.

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Spacious donut shop with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and a second-floor seating area creates a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. Large windows let in natural light and offer views of the monorail passing by. The vibe is calm and welcoming, with plenty of seating for reading or socializing.

Donuts have a perfect texture, not soggy or soft, with the Raspberry Glazed Raised Ring standing out as a favorite. They come at a reasonable price and pair well with the great coffee available.

Cake doughnuts come in many flavors with a light and moist texture. The chocolate cake doughnut with raspberry glaze and the salted caramel cake donut stand out for their softness and fluffiness.

People are saying

"The glazed donuts here have an incredible crunchy texture."

"It's a cozy spot with a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of seating."

"This glazed cake is the best I've ever had."

Good to know

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Top Pot Doughnuts does not accept cash payments.

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The store's hours are irregular and they open after 6 a.m.

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Three donuts and two coffees cost $21.

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Bright, clean space with an impressive array of Danish traditional pastries and a huge selection of baked goods. The atmosphere feels neighborly and cozy, with window seating that invites lingering over coffee and treats. Regulars appreciate the consistent quality and authentic local vibe.

Fresh donuts come in a great variety including maple bars, Boston cream, and plain cake donuts. Many donuts have seasonal themes and pair well with their delicious coffee.

Cakes come in a good selection with options like marzipan and death by chocolate. They taste fresh, delicious, and are beautifully made, making them a solid choice for birthdays and celebrations.

People are saying

"The pastries here are delicious and beautifully made."

"I got the Black Forest Cake, and everyone loved it."

"I found the donuts here to be surprisingly very good."

Good to know

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Larsen's Bakery has been open for over 50 years.

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Expect a long wait during peak hours, especially around Christmas.

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The bakery offers a great variety of breads, pastries, donuts, and cookies.

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Donut shop

Small shop packed with bright pink dรฉcor and quirky vibe creates a fun, lively atmosphere. Loud music and kitschy style give it an iconic, eclectic feel. Crowded space fills with people grabbing unique, tasty donuts late into the night.

Fresh and flavorful donuts come in unique styles like personalized 8-inch chocolate-covered cream-filled ones and musician-inspired varieties. Staff are attentive and knowledgeable, explaining flavors and ingredients clearly.

Custom cakes include a donut cake with a giant glazed bar and Bavarian creams. The Sprinkles Cake doughnut has a dense, eggy inside that stands out from other doughnuts. Options also include blueberry cake and banana cream pie.

People are saying

"These donuts are fresh, flavorful, and delicious."

"It's a fun, colorful place with a cheeky vibe."

"The Dirt doughnut's Oreo pieces create a wonderful three-layered texture."

Good to know

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Voodoo Doughnut is open until 3:00 a.m.

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There is no parking available at the store.

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Parking is very limited and expensive nearby.

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Spacious bakery with plenty of seating upstairs, downstairs, and outdoors offers a bright, modern vibe filled with natural light. The atmosphere is busy and lively, often too loud for meetings but perfect for casual visits. Beautiful pastry displays add to the inviting, well-designed space.

Donuts here come in unique flavors like miso shishito brioche, balancing savory notes with a pillowy texture. Other standout options include the brown sugar and black tea donut and the mango tajin donut, offering a mix of sweet and spicy tastes.

Glazed espresso chocolate cake offers a rich, nicely flavored option. The selection includes banoffee cake, tea cakes, and other interesting pastries with adorable presentation.

People are saying

"The pastries here are amazing and worth visiting for."

"These donuts are flavorful with a pillowy texture."

"The cakes here are beautifully prepared and delicious."

Good to know

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Expect long lines unless you arrive early or late.

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The best pastries often sell out by mid-morning.

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Parking can be difficult in the area.

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Mighty-O Donuts: 2nd & Madison image 1

Small, clean space feels like a street vendor or coffee cart with a plain interior and cramped, hot conditions. Energy is low, not suited for socializing, but music choice adds a pleasant touch. Offers all vegan, organic donuts with high prices and a limited selection.

Donuts here are all vegan and cooked in coconut oil, which helps avoid tummy aches. The selection includes yeast-based and cake donuts like blueberry cream cheese and French toast, both fresh and flavorful.

All donuts here are cake style with a thick, brittle texture. Flavors like blueberry cream cheese, raspberry icing, and cinnamon & sugar stand out for their sweetness and taste.

People are saying

"I loved their amazing vegan donuts."

"I thought the coffee here was amazing and fresh."

"The cake donuts here are very sweet, some are favorites."

Good to know

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All items at Mighty-O Donuts are vegan.

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The price for a simple donut is about $3-4.

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They offer dairy-free options for drinks.

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Asian style bakery offers a wide, diverse selection of fresh breads, pastries, and cakes with soft, creamy textures and elegant designs. Casual atmosphere resembles a small food court with cozy seating and a modern, welcoming vibe. Popular for delicious cloud cakes and perfectly balanced croissants and sweet buns.

Vanilla sweet cream donut offers a light and fluffy texture, making it a nice sweet treat for late mornings. Mango donuts appear during mango season and taste very good. Hazelnut donuts and sweet cream bread are also available.

Cakes here feature Cloud Cakes like mango, blueberry, and strawberry with a perfect flavor balance and less sugar. Birthday cakes hold up well and come with extras like matches and knives for convenience.

People are saying

"The pastries here are creative, fresh, and beautifully presented."

"I found the berry sweet cake to be excellent and delicious."

"The vanilla sweet cream donut is so light and fluffy."

Good to know

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Cakes typically cost over $35, making them on the pricier side.

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The bakery offers a wide selection of fresh breads, pastries, and cakes.

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There are seats and WiFi available for customers.

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