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The Donut Pub

4.0 (359 reviews)
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French Cruller
Chris A.

This one is a little bit more modern than the other one that's pretty close by. There's plenty of counter space and the inside is very clean. You could never go wrong with a French Cruller from the Donut Pub - airy, fresh and filling. The employees in this particular location are so friendly and greet you with a smile.

Blueberry Cake Donut
Brandon Y.

I've walked by here enough to finally come in and try one of their donuts and I got the Blueberry cake donut to munch on because it's one of my favorite flavors. I often go out of my way to head to Peter Pan over in Williamsburg when I can, but it's still tedious to get there so I don't go as often as I would like. In terms of this place's take on it though, it's good! It's super soft and almost melt in your mouth and the inside almost reminds me of a blueberry muffin a bit (in a good way). It has its own uniqueness and charm to it, so I definitely wouldn't be opposed to coming in again and trying their other offerings.

chai spice croissant donut
Laura H.

The most disapointingly sweet, doughy, oily, uncrispy, flavorless, and expensive cronut I've ever had. There was no chai flavor except in the excruciatingly sweet dollop of cream and the entire donut was pervaded not with the taste of yeast, but pure flour soaked in oil. Cute place to take pictures though.

Window of deliciousness
Chrissy F.

This is the best donut place ever and I tried dough and bear. But I don't even like doughnuts so to say best is crazy. All the flavors are delicious. The workers are so kind my favorite is Jessica. It's the coolest doughnut place in the city. Gives nostalgia in ever best way possible!

Larry H.

That chocolate donut was unreal I brought 6 and ate them all smh. Love this place! I will be going again

Wall of deliciousness
Jessica P.

Delicious vegan donut. Visually, the wall of donuts is overwhelming in a really great way. Service was good and recommendations were tasty.

Yaz E.

There's something about old-school NYC spots that just feels comforting, and The Donut Pub absolutely has that energy. It has that classic retro diner vibe with the marble counter seating, bright neon signs, and a nonstop flow of people coming in for coffee and donuts. I stopped in for the tres leches donut and it was honestly delicious. Moist, rich, sweet without being overwhelming, and packed with that creamy tres leches flavor all the way through. The texture was soft and fresh, which made it feel more indulgent than your average donut shop treat. Service was quick and efficient, even with how busy the place stays. It's one of those spots where you grab your order, find a stool if you can, or just grab and go, and just enjoy the classic New York atmosphere. You can tell why this place has lasted so long. It balances nostalgia with creative flavors really well, and the tres leches donut alone is worth the stop.

Kate Y.

I was first introduced to Donut Pub when they only had the one location at 14th street. This is my first time at this location, and the service was very friendly. The place is clean, bright, and there is a great assortment of donuts. I tried The St. Joseph donut, which is a French cruller with cannoli cream, powdered sugar, and a maraschino cherry on top. I'm not digging the French cruller. I think of it as the angel food cake of cakes - it's light, airy, tastes nice - but lacks oomph for me. I also wish there was more cannoli cream inside the cruller. I'm gonna stick to their cake and croissant donuts!

Cronut
Yarn Y.

We decided to try their version of a cronut- the combination be a doughnut and a croissant . We took the sugar coated one - I didn't think it was great (missing the filling you get in the Dominique Ansel cronut ). My wife did enjoy it though . So this is a 3.5 star review really

Black and white cookies
Elaine C.

Review for black and white cookies: they have a donut-esque flair (are the cookies fried? It tastes like they could be) and are nice and soft. The frosting is not the hard fondant of some others but frosting more like that of a donut. This is currently my favorite black and white I can get in the city (my favorite, glaser's closed down a while ago).

Alex H.

The Donut Pub in Astor Place is an enormous donut emporium one could spend weeks eating their way through. I was intimidated by the expansive array of flavors but eventually settled on the blueberry cake and maple croissant donuts. The blueberry cake was moist, dense and perfectly glazed for sweetness that complemented the healthy dose blueberries dotted throughout. In contrast, the maple croissant was flaky and light despite its girthy appearance. I would happily come back either morning or night to enjoy a little sweet treat here

Donut joy
Andrew C.

Wow. We stopped in for donuts. Our only regret is that we didn't have enough room in our bellies to try them all. We had the creme brule, maple bacon, and Capuchino croissant. Instead of just being big lumps of fried dough, these were all very light and layered like a croissant. Absolutely love this place. Don't miss it!

Melissa C.

You can't go wrong with a good gourmet donut! There are so many options here that it's overwhelming and almost impossible to choose. I ended up getting the s'mores and the pumpkin spice, which were both great options. They're super filling, so one to enjoy now and one for later! Their donuts are croissant donuts, so they're a bit different but so good. They're light, soft, fluffy, and filling. Don't miss the cute donut wall!

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Best French crullers in the world. Never been disappointed in any donut there, but the French crullers stand out.

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Do they have egg free, gluten free donuts?

We have an allergy to nuts. Are nuts served on any of the donuts?

Best to speak to The Donut Pub managers directly since you are talking about a nut allergy. Play it safe, and go directly to the source. :). I carry an Epi Pen. We don't know what causes my allergic reaction, but we know things I'm not allergic… 

Is there a recommended window to have the most options to choose from? I know the doughnut plant tends to close once they run out of donuts.

Every time I've gone, they have been fully stocked. I've gone at after 12 pm mostly.

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Doughnut Plant - Herlige ferske doughnuts i masse varianter. Noen få sitteplasser inne, og et par benker utenfor.

Doughnut Plant

4.3(3.5k reviews)
1.0 mi•Lower East Side
•$$

My husband is a doughnut afficionado, loves interesting donuts. He got excited to notice Doughnut…read morePlant on our way to dinner on Grand st. He even wanted to get some for breakfast next day, but they were closing at 9 pm which is more than fine. We decided to come here early for breakfast (they open at 7 am) before going to see the sights that day! Great decision! Got a bit concerned when we got there around 8,30 am to see a lock on the door (it was open) and no one inside. But somebody working there showed up to my husband's relief who was getting very concerned. Wonderful selection! We settled on box of 4 to get a deal (the prices area tad higher, but so is the quality) - so tried the coconut creme one (fantastic), the original creme brulee (small, but tasty and full of flavor and personality), tres leches (smaller side, but great glaze) and the star - vanilla bean and blackberry jam that was so nice and fresh! A nice sample, four fantastic representatives, some are their original ones! They have fun seating inside - furniture, decor, tiles - all have doughnut shape or motif and a few tables outside - which we chose for a nice day. We also got 2 cappuccino-s which were just right, nice, foamy, strong. Nice service, beautiful fancy doughnuts! We fell in love with Doughnut Plant, since it's a local NY chain, do yourself a favor and check one of their locations while in the area! No regrets!

This place is definitely a NYC staple. I feel like there's one on every corner at this point. Since…read moreNew York doesn't really have a ton of mom-and-pop donut shops, most people end up here or Dunkin'. If you want something a little more unique than Dunkin' or Krispy Kreme, this is the spot. The only thing holding me back from giving it 5 stars is the price. A couple donuts and suddenly you're spending way more than you planned. That said, the donuts are massive. You can easily split one with someone or save half for later. They also do some pretty fun seasonal flavors, especially around the holidays, so there's usually something new to try whenever you stop by.

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Doughnut Plant - Creme brulee doughseed

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Label of paper bag.

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Dough - Cafe au Lait Doughnut

Dough

4.1(1.7k reviews)
0.6 mi•Flatiron
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Most amazing donut I've ever had! I am not a dessert person and neither do I indulge in unhealthy…read moreeating very often. But I had a craving one morning for some sugar and 'Dough' was on my way. I walked in and realized one of their donuts was going to at least spread out for over 2 days for me. The flavors looked so delicious. I decided to go for 'Toasted Coconut'. Amazing nutmeg-y finish and I have to say I love the yeastiness of the donut - did not feel like straight up sugar, but felt like a complex cake/bread - the sourness did come through. The donut has body and texture. My donut world has changed from now on. If I encounter donut people, I will definitely recommend this place. And maybe next year try one of their other amazing flavors. It did cost me $6.80 but I'm telling you these are gigantic - one for 2 people I'd say. The place is simple, cute and clean - standard NYC modern shop. So not much to report here.

We stopped at Dough in Flatiron for doughnuts because we heard that they were really good. We got…read morethe plain glaze, passion fruit and blueberry lemon crumble, and were sorely disappointed. The donuts were extremely dense and tasted like a loaf of bread. I think if that's how you like your donuts, you will like it here. But if you are looking for light, fluffy donuts, keep looking. At $7 per donut (with tax), it was definitely overpriced and not worth it. We did not finish the donuts. Service was friendly and the place was clean but we will definitely not be returning.

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Dough - Cannoli cream with pistachio - perfection.

Cannoli cream with pistachio - perfection.

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Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop

4.4(1.8k reviews)
2.1 mi•Greenpoint
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Really great Donut Shop in Greenpoint Brooklyn, with the Old Skool Polish Neighborhood Vibes…read more The Donuts here are FANTASTIC - huge selection, super sweet & highly caloric but if you're gonna go for it, you'd be hard pressed to find a better spot! There's usually a line to buy donuts but they have tons of women working behind the counter in their retro smocks, filling orders & slinging pastries. Cash Only! No credit cards or mobile payments accepted. They do have an ATM onsite if you don't have cash on you (not that rare these days - I've been caught lacking here from time to time...). Perhaps the greatest quote ever to sum this place comes from the inimitable Tina Fey who discovered the treats here years ago & had this say @ Peter Pan: "The best doughnut? That's Peter Pan doughnuts in Brooklyn... It's a white-cream-filled powdered doughnut. And I really believe, when I first tried it, if I had a penis, I would put it in this doughnut. I finally understand what you guys are thinking about and what motivates you guys." She's not wrong...

Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop is located in the Greenpoint section of Brooklyn. The shop has an…read moreeat-in section that gives off diner vibes, but the counter section is fast-paced, interactive, and serving customers as soon as they walk in. There were several choices of donuts and pastries. They were all very fresh. There are plenty of donut spots to visit in NYC and beyond, but make sure you stop by Peter Pan the next time you are in town. 5/5 Til we eat again....

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Jelly donut

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Doughnut Plant

Doughnut Plant

4.0(322 reviews)
1.8 mi•Midtown East
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I have to give a huge shoutout to the gentleman who works at Donut Plant! I believe his name is…read morePeter, or Pia I'm very bad with names! although I was so caught up in how funny and outgoing he was that I hope I got his name right! Every time I stop by after work in the afternoon during the week, he brings such great energy, humor, and personality to the experience. Sometimes he's the only one working while another customer is being helped, but he still manages to get the job done, be helpful, and make sure customers have a great experience. He's personable, attentive, and genuinely makes you feel welcome. It's not every day you come across someone who can make you laugh while providing excellent customer service! During our brief conversation, he recommended the crème brûlée donut and the new chocolate banana donut, and let me tell you, the chocolate banana donut was DELICIOUS! I appreciate his recommendations and the way he makes the experience about more than just buying donuts. People like him make a difference in a business. His personality, customer service, and positive attitude are truly memorable. Donut Plant, if you're reading this, give this man his flowers! Employees like him deserve recognition because they make customers want to keep coming back. I'll definitely be back for more donuts and more laughs!

The donuts are great. The service I witnessed was not. The…read moredonuts are fresh and the place is always busy, but I left shaken by what I saw. slim, short employee, loud and out of control, was screaming at a woman who barely spoke English, telling her to "go back to her country" because "here in America we speak English." She was a tourist. She was lost and trying to order, and she got humiliated for it. It wasn't a one-off. I also saw the same employee being aggressive with other staff and snapping at the DoorDash guy. The rest of the team looked visibly on edge. No level of stress excuses talking to people like that. In 2026, I can't believe this still happens, and it was heartbreaking to watch. Whoever runs this place needs to know how their staff is representing the business. I came for donuts. I'm not sure I'll come back.

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Doughnut Plant - Handmade doughnuts. #moredeliciousness (Photo by QuallsBenson for Essex Crossing)

Handmade doughnuts. #moredeliciousness (Photo by QuallsBenson for Essex Crossing)

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Messy Donuts

Messy Donuts

4.9(8 reviews)
1.2 mi•Koreatown, Midtown East, Midtown West

These mini donuts are unreal. I could use these for snack during work hours, except I don't work…read morearound here, so that's a disappointment. Anyways, one order of the mini donuts, they are super customizable and if you need help picking and choosing flavors and toppings, the staff member can provide suggestions and pairings. I got the Ube and Pistachio and they both taste great, especially when they're freshly made and warm. I've also tried the Strawberry Covered Chocolates and those strawberries were massive. The problem with massive strawberries is eating them. If I had a knife, I could cut them into smaller pieces as eating them on a skewer stick got really messy. Also the strawberry itself overpowered any of the chocolate taste, so it didn't balance well in terms of taste. For sure favored the milk chocolate over the dark chocolate.

Such a great spot to grab fresh dessert! The items taste as good as they look and even though it's…read morea small stand, there are so many flavors. I opted for the mini donuts with strawberry and ube flavors with sprinkle and snowy milk as the toppings. I also added fresh strawberries - and did I mention that the donuts are made fresh? All of that for just $13. I loved the mochi texture of these treats and I am looking forward to trying to new flavors next time! I was also eyeing the croffles because they looked almost like ice creams. You can get these to go or if you'd like to eat as you roam around, the owner will put them in a paper boat/container for you. She was so patient and makes all of her treats fresh it seems. Can't wait to come back to try the croffles!

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Messy Donuts - Left: Ube Mini Donuts; Right: Pistachio Mini Donuts

Left: Ube Mini Donuts; Right: Pistachio Mini Donuts

Messy Donuts - Left: Dark Chocolate Strawberry Covered Chocolates; Right: Milk Chocolate Strawberry Covered Chocolates

Left: Dark Chocolate Strawberry Covered Chocolates; Right: Milk Chocolate Strawberry Covered Chocolates

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Caroline's Donuts - Raspberry Donut

Caroline's Donuts

4.2(62 reviews)
3.9 mi•Yorkville, Upper East Side
•$$

For so long, the Upper East Side was in desperate need of a really good donut shop. I'm not talking…read moreabout Dunkin, although there's a time and place for that. I'm talking about an establishment that makes high-quality gourmet treats. As you can imagine, I was thrilled to see this one opening in the neighborhood last year. I have been to Caroline's several times since it opened its doors to the public. I've tried a few of their items, including the glazed twist, Boston creme, coffee donut, and strawberry filled. The glaze twist is one of my favorites. It's wonderfully sweet while not cloying, and I especially enjoy topping it with the Bon Mama berry jam I have at home. The Boston creme is truly made with love. It's sufficiently stuffed with creme and topped with a thick layer of chocolate ganache - the expensive stuff! The coffee donut is also delicious. Of everything I've tried, the strawberry filled was my favorite. You can tell their strawberry compote is homemade and not too sweet. The dough is light and fluffy and generously coated with granulated sugar. What a treat!

Another one bites the dust in the neighborhood. They are out of business. This small donut shop…read moreoffered a selection of handcrafted donuts which were tasty, from plain glazed to filled of different flavors. Yet, at $5 a donut on average it was a bit pricey for this area. I went there a few times to try it out but I could not justify paying that much.

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Caroline's Donuts - Inside

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Caroline's Donuts
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