Best Donut Shops in Boston (2026)

Why we picked it: The top-rated donut shop in the area, known for Tahini-Brown Butter Donut, Persian Spice Brioche, Middle Eastern Flavors, with 2 awards, serving since 2008, featuring Middle Eastern Flavors and Weekend Only.

Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for Honey Dip (signature classic), Crème Brûlée donut, Maple Bacon donut, with 4 awards, serving since 1955, featuring Dedicated gluten-free facility and Drive-through (Rt. 1 location).

Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for Maple Bacon donut (award-winning signature), Brown Butter Hazelnut, Boston Cream, with 4 awards, serving since 2012, featuring Vegan options available and Full coffee program.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Maple Bacon donut (award-winning signature), Brown Butter Hazelnut, Boston Cream, with 4 awards, serving since 2012, featuring Vegan options available and Full coffee program.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Apple Fritter (legendary signature — massive, warm, crispy), Raspberry Jelly donut, Buttercrunch donut, with 3 awards, serving since 1948, featuring Late-night hours (7 PM - 2 AM at Boston pop-up) and Warm donuts served fresh from the fryer.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Old-Fashioned Buttermilk donut, Brioche doughnuts (seasonal flavors), Sticky buns (legendary), with 4 awards, serving since 2000, featuring James Beard Award-winning chef and 9 locations across Boston and Cambridge.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Mango Tajín Mochi Donuts, Black Sesame, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, with 2 awards, serving since 2019, featuring Korean Style and Mochi Texture.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Slow-fermented brioche doughnuts, Berry cream cheese doughnut, Pumpkin seed caramel doughnut, with 2 awards, serving since 2015, featuring Slow-fermented brioche technique and Best of Boston winning restaurant.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Maple Bacon donut, Somerville Cream (marshmallow fluff whipped with strawberry cream cheese, graham crackers), Strawberry Frosted with sprinkles, with 3 awards, serving since 2017, featuring Hand-crafted donuts and bagels and Near Davis Square T station.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Honey dip glazed donut, Chocolate frosted, Boston Cream, with 2 awards, serving since 1982, featuring Made on premises daily and Opens 4:30 AM.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Honey-dipped glazed donut, Boston Cream, Apple Fritter, with 3 awards, serving since 1965, featuring Cash only and Made in-house daily.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Butter crunch coffee roll (signature — extra large), Honey-dipped donut, Jelly-filled, with 2 awards, serving since 1984, featuring Made fresh in-house and Old-fashioned donut shop.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Cosmic Brownie Donut, Brown-Butter Maple Bacon, Fluffernutter with Frangelico, with 2 awards, serving since 2018, featuring Weekend Only and Boozy Pairings.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Sunchoke Donuts with XO Gouda, Umami-Packed Creations, Wine Pairings, with 1 award, serving since 2015, featuring Savory Donuts and Wine Pairings.

Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Honey Dipped, Chocolate Frosted, Jelly Donuts, with 1 award, serving since 1978, featuring Mom and Pop Shop and Neighborhood Institution.