Best Cheap Eats Donuts Restaurants in Los Angeles
37 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
SK Donuts & Croissant
Long-running family donut shop known for SKronuts, maple bacon bars, and a massive menu.
Notable Picks
8.5
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Sweet Treats Escapes
Family-owned since 1989, SK Donuts & Croissant is a Miracle Mile standby where lines form for maple bacon bars, SKronuts, and classic cake donuts at all hours of the day. With thousands of high-rating reviews and a constant stream of regulars, it’s the go-to spot when you want creative donuts and croissant hybrids without spending much.
Must-Try Dishes:
Maple bacon bar, SKronut (croissant-donut hybrid), Apple fritter
What Makes it Special: Long-running family donut shop known for SKronuts, maple bacon bars, and a massive menu.
#2
DK's Donuts
8.4
This 24-hour Hollywood donut institution has been serving fresh-made donuts and creative flavors since the early 1990s. The shop attracts a diverse crowd from late-night club-goers to early morning commuters, all seeking their pillowy raised donuts and crunchy crullers. The ham and cheese croissant sandwiches provide a savory counterpoint to the sweet offerings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buttermilk Bar, Apple Fritter, Ham & Cheese Croissant
What Makes it Special: 24/7 operation with fresh donuts made throughout the day
8.3
Family-run neighborhood institution serving classic glazed, crullers, and apple fritters since 1998. The legendary coffee bar features 30+ house-blend varieties and artisan creamers creating a self-serve experience locals swear by. Fresh-baked donuts sell out by early afternoon, with the nutty doodle coffee earning cult status.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed Donut, Apple Fritter, Ham & Jalapeño Croissant
What Makes it Special: Self-serve coffee bar with 30+ blends and unmatched creamer selection
8.3
Family-run donut shop serving fresh glazed donuts, overstuffed jelly-filled varieties, and hearty breakfast croissant sandwiches since opening near Universal Studios. Known for Vietnamese iced coffee and Texas-style kolaches that draw both locals and hotel guests seeking quality at neighborhood prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed Donut, Jelly-Filled Donut, Bacon Egg & Cheese Croissant
What Makes it Special: Family hospitality and exceptional value with consistently fresh donuts daily
8.3
Tasty Donuts & Cafe is a long-running West Hollywood counter where fresh-baked donuts, croissant sandwiches, and coffee fuel early mornings on Santa Monica Boulevard. Regulars lean on it for apple fritters and egg-and-cheese croissants that feel reliably better than the average strip-mall shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Egg & Cheese Croissant, Glazed Raised Donut
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood donut counter baking donuts and croissants daily with strong value pricing.
#6
Pico Donuts
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Sweet Treats Escapes
Serving Pico-Union since the early-morning hours, Pico Donuts balances a deep donut case with croissant and sandwich options that keep regulars coming back. Reviews consistently praise the fresh custard-filled and maple bar donuts, plus hearty breakfast and lunch sandwiches at sub-$15 pricing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Custard Cream Filled Donut, Maple Bar, Ham & Cheese Croissant
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood stalwart offering big variety and all-day donuts and sandwiches.
8.2
This iconic LA chain brings its famous oversized donuts and classic recipes to Santa Monica with consistent quality and generous portions. The glazed raised donuts are fluffy perfection, while specialty items like Randy's Rounds offer playful twists on traditional favorites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Glazed Raised, Apple Fritter, Maple Bar
What Makes it Special: Legendary LA donut brand with oversized portions.
#8
A & B Donuts
8.1
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Late Night Legends
Sweet Treats Escapes
Long-running Gage Avenue shop (around since the mid-1980s) that layers a deep donut case with croissants, sandwiches, and coffee drinks. It functions as an all-hours stop where regulars know they can grab fresh classics or build a fuller meal without leaving the donut counter setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Maple Bar Donut, Ham and Cheese Croissant, Bacon Breakfast Burrito
What Makes it Special: Decades-old donut shop with 24-hour-style hours and a big menu of donuts and hot food.
8.1
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Sweet Treats Escapes
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Quick Bites Champions
The Hollywood Boulevard outpost of California Donuts leans into fun, candy-topped rings and cereal-covered creations that photograph as well as they taste. It’s a go-to for themed boxes, late-day sugar cravings, and quick coffee-and-donut stops near the studio stretch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Reese’s Donut, Maple Bar, Fruity Pebbles Cereal Donut
What Makes it Special: Colorful, candy-loaded donuts and birthday boxes right on Hollywood Boulevard.
#10
Classic Donut
8.1
Family-owned donut bakery operated by the same couple for approximately 20 years, specializing in soft, non-greasy donuts and exceptional croissant sandwiches. Staff remembers regular customers by order, creating a genuine neighborhood feel with jalapeño-cheese croissants and Thai iced tea smoothies as local favorites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sausage Egg & Cheese Croissant, Jalapeño Ham & Cheese Croissant, Glazed Donut
What Makes it Special: Same family ownership for 20 years with remarkable customer recognition
#11
Good Day Donuts
8.1
A local favourite open 24‑hours offering classic American donuts and coffee in a convenient Mid‑City location, ideal for both late‑night cravings and early breakfasts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed dozen, Boston crème filled, Jelly‑filled classic
What Makes it Special: Round‑the‑clock donut access in a neighbourhood spot.
#12
K&K Donuts
8.1
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Brunch Bliss Spots
Family Friendly Favorites
Family-run donut shop since 2008 serving fresh-made donuts, breakfast sandwiches, and exceptional fresh-squeezed juices alongside boba tea. Owner Serena creates a welcoming atmosphere with wide donut selection, generous sandwich portions, and convenient parking lot access on bustling Sunset Boulevard.
Must-Try Dishes:
Taro Boba, Tuna Croissant Sandwich, Fresh Orange Juice
What Makes it Special: Exceptional taro boba and fresh-squeezed OJ complement quality donuts
8.1
Super Donut House is a family-run Sunset Boulevard shop known for classic glazed and old-fashioned donuts alongside breakfast sandwiches and coffee. It draws a steady mix of commuters and neighborhood regulars who appreciate friendly service and fresh trays that hold up through the late morning.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Glazed Donut, Chocolate Glazed Old Fashioned, Breakfast Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Family-run donut shop turning out classic styles plus hearty breakfast sandwiches near the Sunset action.
#14
Wendy's Donuts
8.1
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Sweet Treats Escapes
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Wendy's Donots is a 24-hour neighborhood donut counter on Lincoln serving classic raised, cake, and specialty donuts alongside breakfast sandwiches and coffee. Locals lean on it for reliable apple fritters, cronuts, and ham-and-cheese croissants at true budget prices, especially early mornings and late nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Cronut, Ham & Cheese Croissant
What Makes it Special: 24-hour donut counter known for big fritters, cronuts, and breakfast sandwiches at low prices.
#15
Holly Donut Shop
8
Neighborhood staple serving traditional raised and cake donuts alongside breakfast sandwiches and fresh-squeezed orange juice. Operating for over 20 years with loyal regulars who appreciate consistent quality, outdoor patio seating, and straightforward classic donut execution without frills.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon Egg & Cheese Croissant, Chocolate Old Fashioned, Maple Buttermilk Bar
What Makes it Special: Over two decades of consistent quality with outdoor patio dining
#16
Olympic Donuts
8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Sweet Treats Escapes
Compact counter-service shop on Gage known for friendly service, consistent donut quality, and low-key prices. Locals praise the fresh donut holes, simple coffee, and breakfast sandwiches that make it an easy stop on the way into work.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sugar-Crusted Donut Holes, Chocolate Bar Donut, Ham, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Classic neighborhood donut counter with especially good donut holes and sandwiches.
Worthy Picks
#17
Crafted Donuts
7.9
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Sweet Treats Escapes
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Neighborhood counter focused on classic raised and cake donuts made fresh through the morning. Friendly service and straightforward pricing make it an easy grab-and-go stop off Lincoln.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed Old-Fashioned, Maple Bar, Apple Fritter
What Makes it Special: Fresh, classic styles with no-frills pricing and early hours.
7.9
Tucked into a Fashion District mini-mall, DK Delicioso feels like a classic LA counter where workers grab strong coffee, fresh donuts, and breakfast sandwiches before heading to the garment showrooms. The selection leans old-school, with fritters, maple bars, and croissant sandwiches at very friendly prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Maple Bacon Bliss Donut, Breakfast Croissant Sandwich
What Makes it Special: No-frills Fashion District shop serving generous, classic donuts for cheap.
#19
Donut King
7.9
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Family Friendly Favorites
Family-run neighborhood spot behind Starbucks serves old-school donuts alongside breakfast sandwiches and boba drinks from early morning until evening. The unassuming strip mall location belies consistently fresh donuts at budget prices, with apple fritters earning particular devotion from regulars.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Chocolate Chip Bar, Glazed Raised
What Makes it Special: Old-fashioned donuts at unbeatable prices in a no-frills neighborhood setting
7.9
A family-run donut shop that has held its corner of a Washington Blvd strip mall for three decades, drawing early-morning regulars with 4 AM openings and prices that feel frozen in time. The draw is straightforward—solid croissants, filled donuts, and soft-serve ice cream at a pace and price point that rewards showing up before the rest of Downtown wakes up.
Must-Try Dishes:
Croissants, Chocolate-Filled Donut, Breakfast Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Family-run donut shop operating for 30 years with some of the most affordable prices in Downtown LA, opening as early as 4 AM
#21
Jolly Donuts
7.9
An old-school donut shop that quietly runs a full boba and Thai iced tea program alongside the pastry case, with prices that haven't caught up to the neighborhood's rising rents. The dual-format counter works for early-morning breakfast sandwich runs and afternoon boba stops alike, making it a repeatable pit stop rather than a destination. Best approached as a no-fuss, high-frequency habit spot where the value compounds over time.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Sandwich, Boba, Bagel
What Makes it Special: Old-school donut shop doubling as a legit boba and Thai iced tea counter, all at prices that feel stuck in a previous decade
#22
Miss Donuts
7.9
A cash-only, 4 AM donut shop on Robertson that bakes everything in-house daily—apple fritters and glazed donuts move fast for a reason. The format is pure counter service with zero pretense, built for the early-morning crowd that wants warm, freshly made pastry without waiting or overpaying. Bring cash or use the ATM inside; the small back lot usually has a spot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Glazed Donut, Cheese Croissant
What Makes it Special: Family-owned, cash-only donut shop open at 4 AM daily with everything baked fresh on-site.
7.9
A cash-only Sawtelle donut shop built on old-school execution—apple fritters with a crispy shell and soft center, savory croissants that pull morning regulars back daily, and an owner who tracks your usual order. It runs on neighborhood loyalty rather than visibility, delivering reliable pastry fundamentals at prices that make it an easy weekday habit.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Ham and Cheese Croissant, Maple Old Fashioned Donut
What Makes it Special: Cash-only, no-frills Sawtelle donut shop where the owner knows regulars by name and the apple fritters have a loyal following for their crispy-outside, soft-inside balance.
#24
Belwood Bakery
7.8
A from-scratch bakery-cafe that covers both the pastry case and the sandwich board, pivoting between almond croissants and Vietnamese banh mi without losing focus on either lane. It functions as a Brentwood morning routine anchor—early open, counter service, grab-and-go pacing—where the value sits in getting bakery-quality baked goods and composed sandwiches at neighborhood-casual prices. Expect a tight shopping-center lot and weekend crowds, so time your visit or commit to the weekday commuter window.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rosemary Chicken Sandwich, Almond Croissant, Blueberry Muffin
What Makes it Special: From-scratch Brentwood bakery-cafe that opens early for commuters, combining a full pastry case, gourmet sandwiches, and specialty coffee under one roof
#25
Diamond Donuts
7.8
An old-school Del Rey donut shop where the oversized croissant breakfast sandwiches pull more weight than the donuts themselves, all at prices that barely register. It runs on early-morning regulars who know the counter routine and don't need a menu — the kind of neighborhood spot that survives on repeat visits and word of mouth, not signage.
Must-Try Dishes:
Croissant Breakfast Sandwich, Glazed Donuts, Croissants
What Makes it Special: Old-school neighborhood donut shop known for oversized croissant breakfast sandwiches at rock-bottom prices
#26
Donut King
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Hidden Gems Heaven
Classic neighborhood donut shop serving fresh-made traditional varieties alongside breakfast sandwiches and croissants. The friendly family-run operation opens early and maintains quality throughout the day with solid execution on glazed, old-fashioned, and filled doughnuts. Strip mall location provides convenient parking and serves as a reliable morning stop for locals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bavarian Cream Donut, Apple Fritter, Breakfast Croissant Sandwiches
What Makes it Special: Welcoming family atmosphere with fresh daily baking and affordable pricing
#27
Donuts USA
7.8
A family-run Mar Vista donut shop where the croissants are the real draw—buttery, made fresh, and priced at cash-only rates that keep the neighborhood coming back before the morning rush fades. It runs on strip-mall simplicity: park in the free lot, order at the counter, and walk out with a breakfast sandwich that costs less than a coffee elsewhere. The kind of place that earns repeat visits through no-frills reliability rather than reinvention.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butter Croissant, Ham and Cheese Croissant, Cinnamon Roll
What Makes it Special: Family-run Mar Vista donut shop known for its buttery, made-fresh croissants and old-school breakfast sandwiches at cash-only prices
#28
Echo Park Donut
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Family Friendly Favorites
Classic neighborhood donut shop operating since the early 2000s, maintaining consistent recipes through multiple ownership changes. This mom-and-pop spot serves traditional glazed donuts, standout cinnamon rolls with crumbs, and generous breakfast sandwiches in a no-frills storefront with friendly service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cinnamon Roll with Crumbs, Apple Fritter, Maple Bacon Donut
What Makes it Special: Decades-old recipes preserved through ownership changes with rock-bottom prices
#29
Magee's Donuts
7.8
An old-school Hollywood donut counter that doubles as a full breakfast operation, turning out oversized croissant sandwiches and burritos alongside classic fritters and glazed rings at prices that feel stuck in a friendlier decade. The shop earned enough local credibility to supply donuts for the 96th Academy Awards, which tells you something about its standing in the neighborhood. Best approached as a no-frills, grab-and-go morning stop where the portions outpace the price tag.
Must-Try Dishes:
Croissant Bacon, Egg, and Cheese, Breakfast Burrito, Glazed Donuts
What Makes it Special: Old-school Hollywood donut shop that supplied donuts for the 96th Academy Awards, known for oversized breakfast sandwiches at bargain prices.
#30
Mochinut
7.8
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Trendy Table Hotspots
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Sweet Treats Escapes
Chain specializing in mochi donuts made with glutinous rice flour that creates a distinctive chewy texture with crispy exterior. Flavors rotate every few days between options like churro, pistachio, and yuzu, with Korean rice hot dogs also available as a savory complement.
Must-Try Dishes:
Churro Mochi Donut, Pistachio Mochi Donut, Gamsung Potato Hotdog
What Makes it Special: Japanese-American hybrid donuts with signature ring-bubble shape and chewy mochi texture
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
What Makes it Special: Early-opening donut and bagel spot with strong value and coffee.
#32
Pitchoun Bakery
7.8
A family-run French bakery and café near Pershing Square that anchors downtown mornings with serious bread and pastry craft. Croissants, baguettes, and tarts are the headliners, but the savory side—tartines, soups, salads—makes it an easy lunch stop too. Reliable, unfussy, and built for daily repeat visits.
Must-Try Dishes:
Almond croissant, Jambon-beurre baguette, Savory tartine
What Makes it Special: Classic French boulangerie execution in a downtown grab-and-go format.
#33
Donut Capital
7.7
A dual-identity counter shop where the donut case up front shares space with a full breakfast-and-burger grill and a 14-option fresh-squeezed juice bar — more range than the strip-mall signage suggests. The Salvadorian quesadilla and breakfast burritos pull East Hollywood regulars who treat it as a weekday morning habit, not a weekend destination. Straightforward, cheap, and functional for the early-riser crowd that wants a real meal with their apple fritter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Donut Holes, Apple Fritter, Croissant Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Old-school mom-and-pop donut shop doubling as a full breakfast-and-burger counter with a 14-option fresh-squeezed juice bar
#34
Randy's Donuts
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Sweet Treats Escapes
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
This LAX-area outpost of Randy's Donuts brings the iconic LA brand to Westchester with a compact, grab-and-go counter focused on fresh classics. Travelers and locals swing by for quick boxes of glazed, crumb-topped, and premium donuts plus coffee before or after flights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed Raised Donut, Apple Fritter, Maple Raised with Churros
What Makes it Special: A convenient LAX-side branch of LA’s most famous donut brand.
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Sweet Treats Escapes
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
This LAX-area outpost of Randy's Donuts brings the iconic LA brand to Westchester with a compact, grab-and-go counter focused on fresh classics. Travelers and locals swing by for quick boxes of glazed, crumb-topped, and premium donuts plus coffee before or after flights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed Raised Donut, Apple Fritter, Maple Raised with Churros
What Makes it Special: A convenient LAX-side branch of LA’s most famous donut brand.
#36
US Donut
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
Mom-and-pop donut shop on the corner of Venice and Culver serving light, airy traditional doughnuts with friendly service. The family owners create fresh batches daily with classic glazed, maple bars, and buttermilk varieties that avoid greasiness. Basic strip mall setting keeps the focus on quality doughnuts at budget prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Glazed Donut, Maple Bar, Chocolate Buttermilk
What Makes it Special: Light and fresh traditional doughnuts from welcoming family owners
7.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Sweet Treats Escapes
Donuts Town & Water is a corner donut shop on Eastern that mixes classic donuts with made-to-order sandwiches, including hearty bagel builds. Between bagel sandwiches, breakfast plates, and iced coffee, it works as a low-key breakfast or lunch option for nearby residents and workers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami bagel sandwich, Tuna bagel sandwich, Breakfast bagel with egg and cheese
What Makes it Special: Donut shop that also turns out sizable, customizable bagel sandwiches.