Best Doughnuts in London
Plump, doughy, and sugar-dusted – our love for them only grows. Here’s where to grab yourself one of the best doughnuts in London.
Long, round, ringed or even flower-shaped, doughnuts now come in all sorts of sizes. When it comes to sourcing these majestic treats in London, there are shops and bakeries all over town serving up delightful options. Whether you like them filled or plain, traditional or gourmet, here are some of the best places to indulge.
Top Doughnut Spots
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Japan Centre Flavour to order: Original glaze
Doughnuts are a new addition to the Mochi Bar at Japan Centre. A Japanese speciality known as pon de ring, they are made by joining individually rolled dough balls and deep-frying them. The dough is made from a mixture of wheat and glutinous rice flour, resulting in a chewy and airy finish. Try the original glazed version to enjoy the perfect texture.
Address: Japan Centre, 35B Panton Street, London SW1Y 4EA
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Doughnut Time Flavour to order: Violet Beauregarde
Doughnut Time first made waves on Shaftesbury Avenue, bringing a unique experience from Australia. Known for its pop culture-inspired flavours, the Violet Beauregarde is a standout – a glazed doughnut filled with luscious blueberry jam.
Address: Doughnut Time, 96 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 5EB
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St John’s Bakery Flavour to order: Vanilla custard
A cult favourite, St John’s doughnuts are made with a traditional approach, featuring airy, butter-enriched dough fried to perfection. They offer various fillings, with the vanilla custard being a classic choice.
Address: St John’s Bakery, Bakery Arch, 72 Druid Street, London, SE1 2HQ
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Longboys Flavour to order: Raspberry rose lychee
Longboys specializes in finger doughnuts, beautifully crafted and filled like hotdog buns. The fruit-flavored options are especially vibrant, packed with intense flavours.
Address: Longboys, Seven Dials Market, 35 Earlham Street, London WC2H 9LD
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Chestnut Bakery Flavour to order: Jam
Known for its excellent sourdough, Chestnut Bakery features a singular but outstanding flavour – its delightful red jam doughnut, offering a sweet and sour experience.
Address: Chestnut Bakery, 17-21 Elizabeth Street, London SW1W 9RP
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Crosstown Doughnuts Flavour to order: Peanut butter and blackcurrant compote
Crosstown is well-known for its sourdough doughnuts, hand-shaped and fried to perfection. With a variety of flavours, including baked cake options, they offer one of the tastiest doughnuts in London.
Address: Various locations, with the vegan store at 5-6 Picton Place, London, W1U 1BL
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Urban Legends Clapham Junction Flavour to order: Maple blue
Located in Clapham Junction Station, Urban Legends offers a unique approach to doughnuts with lower calories achieved through steaming. These light and airy treats are sweet without the fried crunch.
Address: Urban Legends, Unit 1, Clapham Junction Station, St John’s Hill, London SW11 1RU
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Bread Ahead Flavour to order: Sea salted caramel and honeycomb
Bread Ahead’s doughnuts are beloved for their airy texture and generous fillings. With popular flavours including sea salted caramel, they are often found with a queue awaiting their delicious treats.
Address: Bread Ahead, Borough Market, Cathedral Street, London SE1 9DE
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Lele’s Flavour to order: Red velvet
Lele’s offers a unique take on doughnuts with baked, vegan, and gluten-free options. Their beautiful decorations make them not just tasty, but also visually stunning.
Address: Lele’s, 50 Lower Clapton Road, Lower Clapton, London E5 0RN
