Dutch Door Donuts

Stumbled upon this unassuming donut shop while going for my early morning walk. And let me tell you I'm glad I did. I had the mango donut and it was yummy! The donut is fried when you order and glazed afterwards, resulting in burn your lips goodness which was crunchy on the outside and soft inside. The mango glaze with coconut sprinkles was not cloyingly sweet. This and a shot of espresso was worth waking up early.

Order anything, be happy. Seriously, you can’t go wrong here. All donuts are made fresh and hot to order. They usually have a few staples and then a few specials each day. Be adventurous and try multiple. Their drinks are also solid. Nice indoor seating and decent outdoor communal seating. Grab your order and go sit downstairs in the comfy couches near the fire pits! Oh and don’t forget they also sell dog treats!

Delicious! I’ve been to Carmel a few times and this was my first time stopping by Dutch Door Donuts. There were a couple donuts up front so you could see what they look like, but the donuts are made for you when you order! I got a nitro brew, two donuts, and picked up some treats for my dog. The donuts were fresh (obviously) and very tasty, especially the chocolate donut. My dog also loved the treat!

This is a cute little donut shop. They have 5 or 6 options you can choose from. We tried the Raspberry and the Maple Bacon donuts.

We give it an average score. The donuts weren't bad, but they didn't stand out compared to other donut places/cafes we have visited.

A donut shop very different from any other I've been too. Donuts made to order.

Yes, donuts made to order. Not a wide variety but still ... donuts made to order!

So fun to watch. Oh .. and they are delicious. You'll order one eat it, then come back for another - at least we did!

Oh, and they have 'donuts' for your dog.

Plenty of comfortable places to sit - either safely spaced indoors or outside the shop.

When in Carmel this is a must stop.