Best Donuts Restaurants in LA Arts District (90021)
3 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.2
A specialty coffee bar inside ROW DTLA that also turns out some of the area’s most distinctive donuts, especially their green tea and cereal-topped styles. It’s a polished, airy stop that pairs thoughtfully brewed coffee with dessert-leaning donuts made for lingering.
Must-Try Dishes:
Green tea (matcha) donut, Cinnamon Toast Crunch donut, Vietnamese iced coffee + donut pairing
What makes it special: Coffee-and-donut culture with standout matcha-driven pastries.
8.0
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Sweet Treats Escapes
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A longtime neighborhood donut-and-ice-cream counter where the classics shine: pillowy raised donuts, solid cake options, and a no-frills early-morning rhythm. Locals stop in for quick sweetness paired with friendly, family-style service, and often leave with a breakfast sandwich too.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed raised donut, Apple fritter, Ham & cheese croissant sandwich
What makes it special: Old-school donut craft with soft, fresh batches starting before dawn.
Worthy Picks
#3
Donut Snob
7.7
A small Arts District shop leaning modern with a rotating lineup that goes beyond the basics—think filled donuts and playful toppings. The vibe is quick and stylish, built for a sweet stop while browsing galleries or warehouses nearby.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crème-filled brioche donut, Maple bar with house glaze, Seasonal specialty donut
What makes it special: Contemporary, topping-forward donuts that change with the season.