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2d Restaurant – Time Out Market
Master Critic Review
2d Restaurant – Time Out Market
8.2
Inside Time Out Market, 2d Restaurant brings its comic-book aesthetic to a stall focused on Japanese-style mochi donuts plus boba and Vietnamese coffee. The rings are chewy, photogenic, and often themed, making this a destination when you want donuts that feel more like a dessert experience than a quick snack.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ube mochi donut, Glazed mochi donut, Matcha mochi donut
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 9.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Chewy, vegan-friendly mochi donuts served from a highly stylized comic-book stall.
Who should go: Dessert hunters craving chewy mochi rings and photos.
When to visit: Afternoons or early evening before food hall peak.
What to order: Ube mochi donut, Glazed mochi donut, Matcha mochi donut.
Insider tip: Grab donuts first, then wander Time Out Market to build a full meal.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited; nearby paid garages and lots around Fulton Market are the most reliable option.
Dress code: Casual — anything from jeans to weekend streetwear fits right in.
Noise level: Moderate to lively inside Time Out Market, but you can usually still hold a conversation.
Weekend wait: 10–25 minutes depending on crowds and donut sell-out pace.
Weekday lunch: Usually little to no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — most donuts are vegetarian-friendly.
Vegan options: Some rotating flavors are vegan-friendly — ask staff to confirm.
Gluten-free options: No — mochi donuts here are not gluten-free.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — it’s playful, visually memorable, and low-pressure. Great for a casual dessert-focused meetup.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — seating is first-come in the shared Time Out Market hall. It can be busy during peak times.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — the donuts are fun and approachable, though weekends can get crowded and energetic.
Best For
Better for: Playful, chewy mochi donuts with standout visual presentation and bold flavors inside a trendy food hall setting.
Skip if: You want classic cake or yeast donuts, a quiet café vibe, or gluten-free baked goods.