Best Donut Shops in Chicago (2026)
The top-rated donut shops across the Chicago metro area, ranked by rating and local reputation. Featuring 21 shops from 3 neighborhoods and cities.
Top 15 Donut Shops in Chicago
Why we picked it: The top-rated donut shop in the area, known for Buttermilk old fashioned, Chestnut glazed, Champagne old fashioned, with 4 awards, serving since 2011, featuring Small batch and Sells out fast.
Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for Original glazed yeast donuts, Big Dat Donut (larger than your head), Chocolate-slathered cake donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 1980, featuring Affordable and Late hours.
Why we picked it: One of the highest-rated shops in the metro, known for Apple fritters (as big as your head), Chocolate cake donuts, Glazed beauties, with 4 awards, serving since 1972, featuring #1 in Illinois (Yelp) and Famous apple fritters.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Vanilla bean glazed (yeast-raised), Cinnamon crunch raised, Michigan apple fritter, with 3 awards, serving since 2012, featuring Multiple locations and Vegan daily options.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Old fashioned buttermilk, Triple chocolate, Apple cider (seasonal), with 3 awards, serving since 2013, featuring Multiple locations and Seasonal flavors.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Old fashioned buttermilk, Triple chocolate, Apple cider (seasonal), with 3 awards, serving since 2013, featuring Multiple locations and Seasonal flavors.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Vegan brioche donuts, Cinnamon coffee cake, Apple fritter, with 3 awards, serving since 2021, featuring 100% vegan and TikTok famous.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Glazed donuts, Texas apple fritters, Lemonade donut, with 2 awards, serving since 2018, featuring Award-winning and Trained by legendary baker.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Square-shaped donuts, Salted caramel glazed, Hot fudge glazed, with 2 awards, serving since 2022, featuring James Beard Award winner and Square-shaped donuts.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Vegan donuts, Flapjack (maple glazed with chocolate crumbs), Balaclava (tahini glaze, pumpkin seed baklava), with 2 awards, serving since 2021, featuring 100% vegan and Chicago's first vegan donut shop.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Rice flour mochi donuts, Matcha-citrus, Pandan-coconut, with 1 award, serving since 2018, featuring Mochi donuts and Japanese restaurant.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Beignets (New Orleans-style), Caramel bacon dipping sauce, Strawberry basil dipping sauce, with 1 award, serving since 2019, featuring New Orleans-style and Beignets.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Vegan mini-donuts, Cinnamon sugar ('cinny shug'), Rotating glazes and toppings, with 1 award, serving since 2020, featuring Vegan mini-donuts and All dietary preferences welcome.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Chocolate ganache with cacao, Braided brioche with horchata glaze, Coffee-pairing flavors, with 2 awards, serving since 2020, featuring Coffee-pairing focused and Small batch.
Why we picked it: A standout local favorite, known for Potato donuts, Vanilla sour cream glazed (GF), Lemon mascarpone (GF), with 2 awards, serving since 2020, featuring Potato-based dough and Gluten-free options.
Explore Chicago Donut Shops by City
More “Best Of” Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best donut shop in Chicago?
Doughnut Vault is the top-rated donut shop in the Chicago metro area with a 4.5 rating.
How many donut shops are in the Chicago area?
We have 21 donut shops listed across the Chicago metro area on NearbyDonuts.com.
Do donut shops in Chicago offer delivery?
Yes, 8 donut shops in the Chicago area offer delivery options.