Welcome to Dutch Door Donuts
At Dutch Door Donuts, located in the charming Carmel-By-The-Sea, the passion for crafting exceptional donuts shines bright. Each treat is made to order, resulting in a warm, fluffy experience that delights the senses. With flavors like Miso Caramel and Tangerine-Cardamom capturing attention, the innovative menu pushes boundaries. Customers rave about staples like their Vanilla Bean and Cinnamon Sugar donuts, which embody a perfect harmony of taste and texture. The cozy yet bustling atmosphere enhances the excitement, inviting you to savor every bite. With each visit, you'll discover freshly made delights that keep you coming back for more.
- 1 Mission St Unit 205C, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921 Hotline: (831) 250-7501
Welcome to Dutch Door Donuts, a delightful gem nestled in the picturesque town of Carmel-By-The-Sea, California. Located at 1 Mission St Unit 205C, this charming establishment has quickly become a must-visit destination for donut aficionados and casual snackers alike.
At Dutch Door Donuts, the magic begins with their commitment to crafting each donut fresh to order. The enticing scents wafting from the kitchen set the stage for a truly unforgettable experience, as customers eagerly await their piping hot treats. The menu boasts a delightful variety of options, including both classic and innovative flavors.
- Signature Flavors:
- Snowball: A luscious lemony hibiscus glaze adorned with shredded coconut ($5.00) — perfect for celebrating Easter with an elevated twist.
- Coconut Lime: A refreshing take with a tangy flair ($5.00).
- Black Sesame: Roasted and ground in-house, it pairs perfectly with vanilla and sea salt for a unique flavor sensation ($5.00).
- Cinnamon Sugar: A classic blend of cassia cinnamon and nutmeg harmoniously balanced with sugar for a timeless taste ($4.50).
- Beignets: Experience a taste of New Orleans with these airy delights, available in an order of three for $8.00 or individually for $3.75.
Customer reviews echo the sentiment of warmth and satisfaction that fills the air at Dutch Door Donuts. Patrons rave about the made-to-order donuts, highlighted by the miso caramel and tangerine-cardamom varieties, noting their fluffy texture akin to funnel cake. One enthusiastic guest even shared their experience of returning for more the very next day!
Drinks are also available, including an array of expertly brewed coffees and refreshing iced options. The Coffee Catering Box is a popular choice for those wanting to pair their treats with a delightful beverage, while the strawberry Italian Soda has garnered praise for its refreshing burst of flavor.
While some guests mention the price point, many agree that the quality of the ingredients and the freshness of the donuts make every bite worth it. With each visit presenting a chance to discover new, experimental flavors, Dutch Door Donuts keeps the excitement alive.
Whether you're a local or just passing through Carmel, let Dutch Door Donuts treat you to an experience that promises both sweetness and satisfaction in every bite.

Stopped here on our way out of Carmel for brekky. It's located in Carmel Plaza so your best bet is probably street parking. We were the first people here when they opened so the 5 donuts we ordered were ready super fast and were hot and fresh. I was a little disappointed not to see more of the experimental flavors on the menu today, we ordered: vanilla bean, cinnamon sugar, carrot cake, blood orange, and coconut lime. I was a little bummed not to see the almond horchata, kumquat, or miso caramel, but I guess you just have to time it right. The carrot cake was such a yummy flavor but the frosting was lightly bordering on that "too much powdered sugar" flavor where all you can taste is the sugar and not the flavor of the frosting. I think I preferred the flavors without the thick frosting for this reason: the cinnamon sugar and vanilla glaze were our favorites for sure. The blood orange was really good too! I would agree with some other reviews that these are a bit overpriced, $5 for one donut is a little much. I wish they had deals for dozens or half dozens.

The donuts are tasty. I ordered a strawberry Italian Soda and it was yummy. It was busy but the cashier was nice and fast. The place is clean and nicely organized.,

Donuts are made to order and come out fresh! Line can get long but moves fast. We got the vanilla, orange, and butter pecan. Tasty treat!

THE BEST DONUTS. We came upon this donut store while walking around Carmel. The donuts are made fresh to order and you can see them make it right then and there. We ordered the beignets + vanilla bean glaze. The beignets were light and fluffy topped with powdered sugar, reminded me of Disneyland beignets. The vanilla bean glaze was also freshly made and steaming hot but was so GOOD. I was so shocked how good the donuts were that I came back the next morning for more!

Hot and fresh and made to order!! Try the vanilla, the chocolate and the maple bacon. So good !!!!0

These donuts are worth stopping by for. As a casual donut enjoyer I can say that these donuts are amazing. They are served hot and fresh, which is my preferred way to eat donuts. The donuts themselves have a more similar texture to a funnel cake. And the flavors are interesting. I personally got the miso caramel and the lime sumac donuts. Would 100% recommend them both, I preferred the lime one

These donuts are so delicious. They are fluffy and warm when they come out. The miso caramel glaze is unreal. The star of the show, the sesame almond cinnamon donut was just delicious, crispy, and mouth watering. Only thing about it is the poor atmosphere. Very stale and uninviting.

Insanely good donuts! I didn't even realize donuts like this existed in California. They're made-to-order, and the flavors are insanely good. We got two donuts, an amazing a miso caramel donut, but the best was definitely the tangerine-cardamom. There for some reason wasn't a big line, but my partner and I were sincerely blown away by the quality here. Will for sure be back!