These 10 Shops with the Best Donuts in Dubai Make Cheat Day Super Worth It
“Do-nut” lie—when was the last time you had a seriously soft and delicious donut? Although I eat a lot, I can still be picky. Heck, if I’m eating extra calories, they better count. But in my opinion, many bakers just churn out goodies to make a quick sale.
After hitting up hundreds of bakeries and pastry spots with friends, I can tell you that it just hits differently when a baker actually loves what they do. Imagine that perfect blend of soft, fluffy dough with a slightly crisp edge plus a rich, sweet glaze—what a dream!
Good for you; you don’t have to sift through a bunch of mediocre sweet stores to get to the tastiest ones. My buddies and I made a review of the creamiest of the crop below, so you can munch on the best donuts in Dubai straight away!
Where can I find Dubai’s tastiest donuts?
You can find Dubai’s tastiest donuts in a ton of shops! Swing by Royal Donuts, HERE-O Donuts, Il Donaccino, Crumb & Co, and Doh to get some sweet and fluffy delights!
Royal Donuts
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Address: Dubai Mall – Downtown Dubai
Contact Details: +971 52 206 3613
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 10 AM to 12 AM
- Friday to Sunday – 10 AM to 1 AM
Pricing: AED 75 per person
Royal Donuts in Dubai has roots in Germany, and it’s been making a mark across its many locations ever since. This shop is known for its crazy big toppings too, so we think you’ll get your money’s worth.
We recommend the classic sugar and cinnamon donut or the Baklava (layered pastry dessert) donut balls. But if you love chocolates, we find it incredible that there are candy flavors (candy store Dubai) like Ferrero Rocher, Snickers, Reese’s, and Kinder Bueno!
There are also plenty of coffee options here, such as regular, cappuccino, and espresso, to even out all the sweetness. Otherwise, we think the kids might enjoy the milkshakes too!
Pro tip:
If you’re bringing the little ones here, consider getting them Royal Donuts’s adorable paper crowns (available in pink and gold) for an amusing time while they snack!
HERE-O Donuts
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Website: https://hereodonuts.com/
Address: Ground Floor – Nakheel Mall – Palm Jumeirah – opposite FIVE Guys
Contact Details: +971 50 287 5038, 045477591, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 10 AM to 10 PM
Pricing: AED 90 per person
Beyond the typical glazed or sugary delights, HERE-O Donuts is popular for offering green eaters yummy vegan donuts!
Our top picks are the lemon coconut crumble, strawberry, and cookies and cream to satisfy your sweet vegan cravings. For us, any of these items would pair well with the cold brew or peach-flavored tea since they’re pretty mild.
On top of that, we appreciate that this shop’s “healthier” donuts are baked from a sourdough starter. Studies say this ingredient supports gut health. And hey, if this makes eating donuts a tad more guilt-free, we’re all for it.
Pro tip:
If you’re good at arcade games, try your skill (or mainly, luck) at HERE-O Donuts’s claw machine! The price is a mystery box, so who knows what goodies you’ll get? Hint: One of them could be a really nice T-shirt!
Just note that you’ll get a free token for every purchase of at least AED 50.
Il Donaccino
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Website: https://order.lyve.global/Donaccino
Address: The Ripe Market Academy Park – inside Dubai Police Academy – Al Sufouh – Al Sufouh 1
Contact Details: +971 4 448 7067, 0585767117 (WhatsApp contact for bulk and customized orders)
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Saturday – 9 AM to 10:30 PM
- Monday – Closed
Pricing: AED 40 per person
Another treat for vegans is Il Donaccino. And we kid you not—this shop has a whole menu that’s just all about plant-powered donuts!
Our favorites are the coconut glaze, Lotus Biscoff, and tangerine. But if you’re not really into vegan delights but would appreciate egg-free snacks, the raspberry donut, pistachio, and “Oreology” caught our attention too.
Plus, we find it handy that there are many coffee flavors here! We think the classic Americano is the best choice since the treats are already pretty sweet.
Pro tip:
Is anyone’s birthday party coming up? Take advantage of Il Donaccino’s customized order services! For one, the staff can shape the donuts into “Happy Birthday” letters to give your loved one a sweet, custom-made surprise.
Crumb & Co
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Website: https://www.crumbandco.me/
Address: Neighbourhood Food Hall (NFH) – Retail G 06 – Motor City – Green Community Motor City
Contact Details: +971 50 987 3608, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Thursday – 8 AM to 11 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 8 AM to 12 AM
Pricing: AED 40 per person
For us, Crumb & Co specializes in some of the best gourmet donuts in Dubai! There are 16 flavors to select from, so we recommend researching your preferred flavor beforehand so you won’t hold the line.
It’s easy to get overwhelmed, so we suggest going for fan favorites like tiramisu! What makes it special for us is its surprise center with mascarpone and raspberry cheesecake—not for the non-sugar enthusiasts, we’re afraid.
Alternatively, we recommend the plain sugared donuts and dark chocolate cookies for those who prefer milder flavors.
Pro tip:
Don’t have time to go to Crumb & Co’s physical store? Try its delivery service—you can even choose the delivery time here, so just let the staff know!
Doh
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Address: Unnamed Road – Aswaaq Community Mall – Al Barsha South 1
Contact Details: +971 50 299 2532, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Friday – 8 AM to 4 AM
- Saturday – 8 AM to 5 AM
Pricing: AED 30 per person
Do you find big donuts challenging to finish? Doh has some delectable mini donuts we reckon you might like. For us, it’s also adorable that this shop is an aesthetic food truck—very Instagrammable!
We say get your hands on the pistachio donuts, cookies ‘n cream, or double mocha. In our opinion, the drinks here are also very creative. Try the Winter Hot Nutella or the Winter Hot Lotus with marshmallows to see what we’re talking about!
Pro tip:
Want a DIY donut? Just choose a standard donut at Doh and select from numerous toppings, such as Nutella and Oreo, and a bunch of sprinkles too!
Chocomelt
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Website: https://www.chocomeltdelivery.com/
Address: Floor L2 – Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue – Dubai Mall – Downtown Dubai
Contact Details: +971 4 223 3613
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 10 AM to 12 AM
- Saturday to Sunday – 10 AM to 1 AM
Pricing: AED 85 per person
Casual shoppers at Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue can end their retail therapy with Chocomelt’s loukoumades treats (Greek crispy mini donuts)! We love that they’re stuffed with pastry cream and covered in caramel sauce, which makes them golden.
The Baby Dynamite dessert is a top pick for us too! It’s a mix of ice cream, cake, and chocolate (yes, all three)! You start by pouring hot chocolate all over your dessert. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll start drooling immediately because of how rich it is.
Pro tip:
Since Chocomelt’s treats can be a tad too sweet, we recommend washing them down with the mojitos! It’s also served in a handy takeaway cup, so we find it very handy.
Yamanote Atelier
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Website: https://yamanoteatelier.com/
Address: Al Ferdous 2 Shop 1 Wasl Road – 30 2 B Street
Contact Details: +971 4 399 9559, +971 800 92626683, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Saturday – 8 AM to 10 PM
Pricing: AED 50 per person
If soft or fluffy donuts are your main priority, we reckon Yamanote Atelier has some Japanese and French-inspired options you can add to your sweets basket.
Want something savory? We love the curry donuts too, which are deep-fried with homemade Japanese beef curry filling.
After that, we say go for a twisted donut for something simple yet sugary that just feels like a classic. And to surprise your kid, we find the “Pikachu” and “Minions” delights (made with sweet dough with chocolate filling) so cute and tasty!
Pro tip:
Driving to Yamanote Atelier? There’s typically ample free underground parking around. Alternatively, Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) paid parking is available too!
Donuts Time
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Address: Unnamed Road – Al Mamzar – Sharjah
Contact Details: +971 56 707 5650, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Wednesday – 3:30 PM to 3 AM
- Thursday to Sunday – 3:30 PM to 3:30 AM
Pricing: AED 50 per person
Chocolate bar flavors are the star of Donuts Time in Dubai! The store is a vibrant, green food truck by a scenic lake, offering familiar (yet ever-mouthwatering) flavors like Nutella, Lotus, and Kinder.
We also appreciate the mini sugar donuts for quicker sweet fixes if you need them. But if you want something savory, we suggest going for the cheese cinnamon balls to take a break from too much sugar.
Pro tip:
For us, it’s smart to bring cash as a payment option to Donuts Time since the card machine might occasionally malfunction. Better safe than sorry!
Seafire Steakhouse
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Website: https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/dining/seafire-steakhouse
Address: Atlantis – The Palm Jumeirah
Contact Details: +971 4 426 2626, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Wednesday to Sunday – 6 PM to 11 PM
- Tuesday – Closed
Pricing: AED 300 per person
Are you a meat lover through and through? Seafire Steakhouse offers a not-so-typical savory baked good in the form of a braised short rib donut in Dubai! Instead of being a dessert, it’s actually a starter—a great way to begin your lunch or dinner, we say.
Since it’s a New York-style steak restaurant, we recommend trying out the juicy steaks and fresh seafood too! We also appreciate the hearty portions and the extensive wine selection here to ensure you get a filling experience.
Pro tip:
After dinner at Seafire Steakhouse, we encourage checking out the huge aquarium in the beautiful Atlantis Hotel—great for kids and kids at heart! Just note that the restaurant doesn’t allow kids under 11 years old after 8:30 pm.
Donut Bites
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Address: Al Safa Park Complex – 16th St
Contact Details: +971 50 435 6935
Operating Hours:
- Monday – 10 AM to 12 AM
- Tuesday – Open 24 hours
- Wednesday – 12 AM to 12 PM
- Thursday to Sunday – 9 AM to 12 PM
Pricing: AED 35 per person
Whenever you’re feeling snacky, are you one of those who reach out for flaming hot Cheetos? Well, you might be interested to know that Donut Bites made a donut flavor out of this corn-cheese puff snack!
But that’s not all. We love the chips and cheese donuts here too! We think these are morish options you can have with your popcorn for a movie date.
Another promising mini donut flavor we’ve seen is the Rubylicious donut! As its name suggests, ruby sauce is made with ruby-red fruits like raspberries or strawberries. It’s got that fruity, tangy flavor that we reckon some of you might be craving too!
Pro tip:
Donut Bites has a cute, “Instagrammable” space, so we suggest taking some cozy photos inside, especially while you sit on the swing!