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New Donut and Water
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New Donut and Water
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Sweet Treats Escapes
New Donut and Water is a neighborhood donut and bagel counter on Florence where early-morning regulars grab coffee, sweet pastries, and simple bagel sandwiches. It’s a practical stop for quick breakfast runs, with friendly service, long hours, and prices that stay firmly in the everyday range.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toasted everything bagel with cream cheese, Turkey avocado bagel sandwich, Ham, egg and cheese breakfast bagel
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Early-opening donut and bagel spot with strong value and coffee.
Who should go: Commuters and locals grabbing fast, inexpensive breakfast.
When to visit: Early mornings for freshest bagels and fastest service.
What to order: Everything bagel with cream cheese, turkey avocado bagel, coffee.
Insider tip: Pair a breakfast bagel with boba or fresh juice instead of soda.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Small shared lot out front with additional street parking along Florence; usually easy before 9am.
Dress code: Very casual — come as you are, commuter-friendly.
Noise level: Low to moderate; mostly takeout flow with short counter chatter.
Weekend wait: Not applicable — primarily a morning and daytime spot with no meaningful waits.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; brief 2–3 minute line during school and work breaks.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Several options including plain bagels, cream cheese spreads, and simple veggie-filled sandwiches.
Vegan options: Limited — basic bagels and black coffee work, but fillings are minimal.
Gluten-free options: No dedicated gluten-free bagels or prep area.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal — it’s a grab-and-go counter with limited seating, better suited for quick breakfast runs than conversational meetups.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — seating is first-come, but limited; most customers take food to go, so turnover is fast.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — simple sweet pastries, bagels, and juices make it easy for families, though the space is small and best for short stops rather than long meals.
Best For
Better for: Quick, inexpensive bagels and pastries with minimal wait times and early-morning reliability.
Skip if: You want specialty bagels, elaborate sandwiches, or a sit-down brunch environment.
New Donut and Water
7.9
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Sweet Treats Escapes
Neighborhood donut and bagel counter on Florence where people split time between classic donuts, boba drinks, and griddle-hot sandwiches. It doubles as a casual hangout for students and workers who want something sweet plus a filling breakfast or lunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed Raised Donut, Ham and Cheese Croissant Sandwich, Thai Tea Boba
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.1
What makes it special: Donut shop that also leans into boba drinks and hot sandwiches.
Who should go: Guests craving donuts plus boba or a warm sandwich.
When to visit: Morning and lunchtime for fresh donuts and hot griddle items.
What to order: Glazed raised donut, ham and cheese croissant sandwich, Thai tea boba.
Insider tip: Ask for your croissant sandwich toasted a little extra so the edges crisp without drying out the center.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Small shared lot plus street parking along Florence; generally easy outside of school pickup hours.
Dress code: Casual and relaxed; come as you are—hoodies, tees, and work uniforms are all common.
Noise level: Low to moderate—mostly takeout traffic and short visits, so conversation is easy.
Weekend wait: Very short; rarely more than a few minutes since most orders are grab-and-go.
Weekday lunch: Short line during the noon rush, usually under 10 minutes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—several donut options, basic bagels, and customizable sandwiches without meat.
Vegan options: Limited—some plain bagels may be vegan-friendly, but most donuts contain dairy and eggs.
Gluten-free options: No dedicated gluten-free donuts or breads; best suited for diners without strict gluten needs.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? More suited for a casual meetup over donuts or boba than a traditional sit-down date; great for quick, low-pressure hangs.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—reservations aren’t used here. Seating is limited but turnover is fast, and most guests take their orders to go.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—plenty of sweet options for younger kids, affordable sandwiches for older ones, and a relaxed, no-frills environment.
Best For
Better for: Quick donut runs, inexpensive breakfast sandwiches, and boba add-ons without long waits or high prices.
Skip if: You want artisanal or specialty donuts, spacious seating, or a café-style environment for lingering.