Best Donuts in Chicago

We've collected top 10 mentioned donuts shops in Chicago from other articles such as findmeglutenfree.com, Crazy Family Adventure, Make it Better.

Best Donuts in Chicago

Firecakes Donuts
Firecakes Donuts
4.5 (1403 ratings)
A roster of artisanal donuts & coffee drinks is available at this quaint, counter-serve spot.
68 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Donut shopCoffee shopDessert shop
Mentioned by Make it Better
The Best Donut Shops in Chicago
"Long-time Chicago chef Jonathan Fox and his donut-obsessed wife, Karen, opened the first Firecakes storefront in River North five years ago; now, they’ve got stores in Lincoln Park and Oak Park, with The Loop not far behind (not to mention “Billy the Truck”). Not surprisingly, it’s the cheffy touches, like glazing with wildflower honey rather than sugar, sourcing Tahitian vanilla and Valhrona chocolate for icing, or decorating a Birthday Cake donut to the nines, that make these donuts extra special. If you want the bacon on top of your Maple Long John to be both candied and peppered, this is your paradise."
Mentioned by Secret Chicago
10 Of The Best Donut Shops In Chicago
"In addition to their mouthwatering artisanal Hall of Fame donuts which includes but is not limited to the following flavors: Butterscotch Praline, Peppermint Hot Chocolate, Maple Glazed Pineapple & Bacon, Caramel Apple Cider, Rum Cake, and Peanut Butter and Jelly — honestly just check out their website because all of them are simply divine — Firecakes whip up ice cream donut concoctions that your sweet tooth could never even dream of. Just go there, you won’t be disappointed."
Doughnut Vault
Doughnut Vault
4.7 (764 ratings)
Tiny bakery selling a handful of donut choices each day until the stock runs out.
401 N Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Donut shop
BomboBar
BomboBar
4.3 (1473 ratings)
Donuts with sundae-style toppings, plus gelato & coffee, doled out in hip digs with sidewalk seats.
832 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Ice cream shopCoffee shopDessert shopDonut shopEspresso bar
Mentioned by Bacon is Magic - The Best Food Around the World
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"As you walk inside, you’ll be greeted by a host, but you’ll order on your own at one of their tablets up front. Your food will be brought to you at whatever table you choose. BomboBar serves sandwiches, pizza and beer on tap."
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"Description: BomboBar serves coffee, hot chocolate, breakfast sandwiches, gelato and its signature bombolini (an Italian hole-less doughnut). Location: 832 W Randolph St, Chicago IL 60607"
Stan's Donuts & Coffee
Stan's Donuts & Coffee
4.4 (1393 ratings)
Stylish spot supplying gourmet donuts, milkshakes, hot coffee drinks & cold brew on tap.
181 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Donut shopBagel shopBakeryCafeCoffee shopDessert shopPastry shop
Mentioned by Ambitious Kitchen
The Best Donuts in Chicago
"Stan’s Donuts originated in Los Angeles, and has only showed up on the Chicago donut scene a few years ago. Regardless, they continue to open new locations and rarely run out of donuts unlike other shops in the city. The great perk about Stan’s isn’t just that you can actually sit down at any time of day and enjoy a donut and coffee, it’s also that they have endless donut options available that make choosing one nearly impossible."
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
Best Desserts in Chicago | Donuts, Cheesecake, Ice Cream & Cookies
"Stan’s embraces the vintage vibe of a classic donut shop, with a modern spin. They’ve perfected the classics (glazed old fashioneds, cinnamon sugar cake donuts, massive apple fritters) and added in some of their own creations (peanut butter pockets, croissant-donut hybrids, and gluten-free options). Find the one closest to you here"
Mentioned by Loop Chicago
Where to order takeout and delivery in the Loop
"Stan's Donuts has quickly become a Chicago icon with decadent flavored donuts, cookies and delicious beverages. They are currently open every day for takeout and delivery."
Do-Rite Donuts & Coffee
Do-Rite Donuts & Coffee
4.7 (793 ratings)
Chef-owned stop for artisanal donuts in unusual flavors plus gluten-free & vegan options & coffee.
50 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Donut shopBakeryCoffee shop
Mentioned by Ambitious Kitchen
The Best Donuts in Chicago
"Their donuts are made in small batches so they’re always warm and fresh, and they have amazing gluten-free and vegan options every day. If you’re someone who loves old fashioned type donuts, then this place is for you. Similar to other donut shops around the city, they can sell out of their popular and gluten free options quickly, so your best bet is to either order online ahead of time or show up early!"
Mentioned by Travel Crog
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"Do the Right Thing at Do-Rite: Sweet Heat Chicken Sandwich Served on a Vanilla Bean Donut ($6.99). It’s difficult to make a bad decision a Do-Rite. The donuts start at $1.95 and they should be charging more because they are liquid gold."
Glazed and Infused
Glazed and Infused
4.6 (160 ratings)
Outpost of a local chain known for selling a variety of inventive donuts in cheery quarters.
30 E Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Donut shopCafeCoffee shopCoffee store
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 50 Best Foods to Eat in Chicago
"Glazed and Infused’s classic doughnuts are sugar heaven, but their specialty doughnuts for holidays and special occasions are the real treat. The jumbo sprinkle doughnut is also a great birthday surprise."
Dunkin'
Dunkin'
4.2 (62 ratings)
Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.
Illinois Center, 233 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Coffee shopBagel shopBakeryBreakfast restaurantDonut shopFast food restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Bridgeport Bakery 2.0
Bridgeport Bakery 2.0
4.6 (158 ratings)
Cozy, enduring Polish bakery offering sweet & savory pastries along with bacon maple & other donuts.
2907 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
BakeryCake shopCatering food and drink supplierCupcake shopDelivery serviceDonut shopPastry shopWholesale bakery
Mentioned by Chicago Tribune
14 Chicago bakeries offer take-and-bake cookie kits
"If you don’t want to bake, or fry in this case too, then decorate with DIY cookie and doughnut kits ($14) starring colorful icing and sprinkles. You may find inspiration in the bakery’s smiley face cookies and Easter lamb cakes, wearing icing medical masks. Owner Can Lao, who revived the historic bakery in the Bridgeport neighborhood back in February, recently added Chinese egg tarts, plus a few staple items like paper towels, gloves, milk and Yakult, the yogurt-like drink."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 22 most amazing bakeries in Chicago
"Restaurants Bakeries Bridgeport. This iconic Polish bakery closed in October 2019 after decades of serving pączki, doughnuts, cookies and other candy-colored sweets to its fans. Thankfully, new ownership swept in and restored the spot to its former glory."
Mentioned by The Infatuation
The Best Donuts In Chicago - Chicago
"If you’re wondering what happened to Bridgeport Bakery 1.0, it closed. But thankfully version 2.0 has the same delicious treats as the original. And while they have a lot of baked goods besides donuts, we like coming here for their long johns and bismarks."
DB3 Donuts
DB3 Donuts
4.5 (82 ratings)
1704 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Donut shop
Mentioned by Make it Better
The Best Donut Shops in Chicago
"Once only open on weekends, popularity has necessitated more access to these yeasty wonders in North Evanston. Flavors rotate every two weeks, but favorites include the fanciful Fruity Pebbles, rich Nutella- or Lemon Curd-Filled, and the deep, dark Chocolate Ganache."
Old Fashioned Donuts
Old Fashioned Donuts
4.7 (1452 ratings)
11248 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
Donut shop
Mentioned by Food Com
19 Best Cheap Eats in Chicago
"If you think something is the best, someone else is likely to have an objection. This rule does not apply to the apple fritter ($3.19) at Old Fashioned Donuts, though. Anyone who eats this agrees: It’s the best ever."

Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Chicago

Lane Beach Park
Lane Beach Park
4.6 (33 ratings)
5915 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60660, USA
Park
Big Marsh Park
Big Marsh Park
4.6 (289 ratings)
280.13-acre open space with an off-road bike park, nature areas for bird watching & hiking trails.
11559 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60633, USA
ParkNature preserve
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"At 280 acres, Big Marsh certainly lives up to its name, but this far southeast side public park—opened in 2016 in the Calumet Area Reserve—is still a relative secret to most locals. The park includes 45 acres of recreation areas designed specifically for mountain and BMX biking and casual trail riding. The rest (234 acres) is a nature preserve great for hiking and bird-watching."
Mentioned by Do312
The Best Parks In Chicago
"Whether you want to relax with a nature walk or go on an adventurous hike, this park is a great place to check out. Forty-five acres of the park are dedicated to more intense endeavors, such as hiking, adventure courses and off-course biking. The other 235 acres is devoted to more passive activities like bird-watching and nature walking."
Guaranteed Rate Field
Guaranteed Rate Field
4.6 (10075 ratings)4 (1006 ratings)
The Chicago White Sox baseball stadium offers a variety of concession stands & gift shops.
333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
StadiumSights & LandmarksBaseball fieldArenas & Stadiums
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"With over 40,000 unobstructed-view seats, the White Sox stadium is a good spot to capture your ice cream cone, the crowd, AND the field in one shot. Unless you’re going for the 3lb ice cream sundae in a batting helmet… you’re probably gonna need two hands for that."

Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Chicago

Northerly Island
Northerly Island
4.5 (75 ratings)3.5 (116 ratings)
Lake island & park, home to Huntington Bank Pavilion amphitheater, nature trails & skyline vistas.
Chicago, IL 60605, USA
IslandNature & Parks
Ohio Street Beach
Ohio Street Beach
4.5 (74 ratings)4 (113 ratings)
Sandy, accessible pocket of urban beach on the lake backed by parks & high-rise buildings.
Illinois 60611, USA
BeachNature & Parks
Maggie Daley Park
Maggie Daley Park
4.7 (7947 ratings)4.5 (1200 ratings)
Popular recreational area with winter ice skating, a climbing wall & playground equipment.
337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
50 Best Things to Do in Chicago (IL
"Named for a former first lady of the city who passed away in 2011, Maggie Daley Park is one of Grant Park’s newest treasures. Laid out by landscape architect Michael Van Valkenburgh, the park opened in the northeast corner of Grant Park 2014 and shines for its recreation and family facilities. The whimsical Play Garden, for kids up to 12, is a playground like you’ve never seen, with six different zones like the Watering Hole which has a giant breaching whale, and the Enchanted Forest where you’ll walk under upside down trees ."
Mentioned by The Travel Sisters
Best Things to do in Chicago With Toddlers (According to a Local)
"Maggie Daley Park is THE park I take my toddler to when we have a good block of time for some serious fun. The 20-acre park really is a spectacular playground for toddlers. With plenty of green space to run around on, the best part of this park is the play garden."
Mentioned by Upstairs Downstairs Cleaning Service
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"Set in the heart of downtown Chicago, Maggie Daley Park is newly-renovated and full of adventure. From climbing facilities to a massive skating ribbon, there’s no shortage of things to try. The park is beautifully landscaped, too."

Best Pancakes in Chicago

Golden House Restaurant & Pancake House
Golden House Restaurant & Pancake House
4.6 (835 ratings)
Straightforward, old-school diner spot serving up full breakfasts plus burgers, burritos & more.
4744 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Pancake restaurantBreakfast restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"So come here for the pancakes, but stay for the Gallagher flashbacks. Plus the friendly staff is awesome, and will instantly make you feel like a regular. View this post on Instagram"
STACKED - Oak Lawn
STACKED - Oak Lawn
4.3 (1785 ratings)
Novel breakfast dishes, such as red-velvet pancakes, plus lunch fare served in a casual setting.
5273 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
Pancake restaurantBreakfast restaurantLunch restaurantRestaurant
Elly's on Milwaukee
Elly's on Milwaukee
4.3 (1484 ratings)
Chain eatery serving breakfast & sandwiches in an informal, contemporary atmosphere.
5310 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, USA
Breakfast restaurantAmerican restaurantBakeryBrunch restaurantDinerPancake restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Chicago Parent
7 Must-Try Pancakes in Chicago to Please Picky Eaters
"A post shared by elly’s (@ellysbrunchcafe) on Nov 18, 2019 at 5:02pm PST. Do not come here if you don’t plan on ordering the oven-baked pancakes. That’s not to say there’s no other reason to visit—it’s to say you’d have regrets for daaays."

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