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The Best Doughnuts in Adelaide for a Sweet Treat
From Berliner to a classic ring, or hybrids such as the cronut – these are the best doughnuts in Adelaide.
Are you all about the sprinkles or hopelessly devoted to a creamy filling? Whatever your doughnut persuasion, Adelaide has you well and truly covered. Our bakers have mastered the art of the soft, pillowy, perfectly glazed indulgence—each bite a little moment of joy.
The humble doughnut is the hero we never knew we needed: the perfect companion to your morning coffee, a birthday showstopper in place of cake, or simply a sweet Sunday pick-me-up.
Here’s where to find the best doughnuts in Adelaide—prepare to be tempted.
SHMOCHI by Shibui
Calling all gluten-free legends (and doughnut fanatics too) — the Shibui crew has nailed this vegetarian, gluten-free twist on the classic doughnut. Created by chef Quang Nguyen, the Mochi has gained a cult-like following thanks to its crisp shell and chewy centre, accompanied by just the right amount of powdered sugar and condensed milk or cinnamon sugar. For a little extra indulgence, try the Donut Sundae — three warm mochi doughnuts piled high with your pick of silky soft-serve, topped off with sprinkles.
Shop A/199 Payneham Rd, St Peters
Orange Spot Bakery
Orange Spot Bakery is proof that the classics hold up. Their iced chocolate doughnut claimed the top spot at the 2026 South Australian Baking Show — soft, pillowy dough with an even rise and a smooth chocolate glaze that’s rich without tipping heavy. It’s a benchmark for what a simple doughnut should be, and one of the best in Adelaide for exactly that reason.
752 Anzac Highway, Glenelg
OMG! Decadent Donuts
OMG! Decadent Donuts is the go-to spot for those with allergies and intolerances who often miss out, with the team dedicated to crafting doughnuts for everyone! You can satisfy your sweet cravings at their permanent Port Adelaide location or check their website and socials for updated van locations. The crew is always on the move, popping up around town to serve their treats. Choose from cinnamon, berry, lemon, coffee, choc mint, and even a beetroot-flavoured doughnut for those feeling adventurous.
200-220 Commercial Road, Port Adelaide
Butter and Toast
Get your doughnut fix from the delectable Butter and Toast, purveyors of sourdough doughnuts. These plump little sweet treats pack a punch with their light, fluffy texture. You may struggle to choose a flavour, with fillings ranging from Thai milk tea, Nutella, passionfruit, salted caramel, and Vietnamese coffee. Find them in North Adelaide Thursday to Sunday or at their regular market appearances, including the Adelaide Farmers Market and Gilles at the Grounds.
100 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide
Browns Barossa
Next time you’re in the Barossa Valley sampling some fine reds you absolutely have to make a pit stop at Browns Barossa for one of their plump doughnuts. Their fluffy brioche dough is crafted with local free-range eggs and as much local produce as they can source and stuffed with a range of mouth-watering fillings including classic favourite custard and of course, the humble jam doughnut.
5/46 Murray Street, Tanunda
Cakeboy
Check out the beautiful range of 100% vegan sweet treats that Cakeboy offers at Plant 4 in Bowden. From brightly coloured iced rings and jam-filled delights to custom letter shapes for a bit of extra fun, there’s something for everyone. Each month, Cakeboy creates a new range of specials, so there’s always something exciting on offer.
Plant 4, 5 Third Street, Bowden
Port Elliot Bakery
We couldn’t round up the best doughnuts in Adelaide without including Port Elliot Bakery. A trip to the Fleurieu Peninsula wouldn’t be complete without visiting the bakery known for being the best in South Australia — and that’s saying something, given the many delicious options on offer. Those with a sweet tooth will adore their iconic doughnut of the month, which keeps things exciting with flavours like Milo Malteser or a cheeky Baileys cookies and cream creation. Be prepared for a wait over the busy summer months, as there’s often a queue down the road, but trust us — it’s worth it.
North Terrace, Port Elliot
Bakery on O’Connell
This North Adelaide icon is beloved for serving some of the best doughnuts in the city. Family-owned and operated, Bakery on O’Connell bake over 200 products daily, including a variety of irresistible doughnuts. Whether you’re craving classic chocolate rings, mini doughnuts, or their famous doughnut bombs, they’ve got it all. And if the craving strikes at night, fear not—they’re open 24/7.
Sitchu tip: Don’t miss their Nutella Heart, a delicious creation that’s truly one of a kind.
128-130 O’Connell Street, North Adelaide
Lobethal Bakery
If Lobethal Bakery is famous for one thing, it’s their absolutely ginormous ring doughnuts. Whether you go for classic chocolate, strawberry, or sprinkles, or opt for a Berliner filled with jam, custard, or cream, every bite is perfection. Founder Helmut Trinkle brought his German baking expertise to Australia in the ‘70s, and now his three sons carry on the legacy. For the biggest — and arguably best —doughnut in Adelaide, your search ends here.
80 Main Street, Lobethal
Other locations in Woodside, Mount Barker, Stirling & Balhannah
Jenny’s Bakery
When you can’t choose between a doughnut and a croissant, Jenny’s Bakery has the perfect solution: their famous Cronuts. Flaky, golden layers that melt in your mouth, stuffed with a new flavour of the fortnight, keeping you on your toes—and your taste buds tingling. Past flavours like campfire s’more Danish, Kinder Bueno, and Caramilk have set the bar high. For those who crave the classic, Jenny’s fluffy doughnuts, filled with vanilla bean pastry cream and dipped in toffee for a crème brûlée experience, are a moment worth savouring.
Eastwood, Norwood & Keswick
Banana Boogie Bakery
If Adelaide has a best-dressed donut, it’s coming out of Banana Boogie Bakery. The Belair bakery has built a following on its Berliners — oversized, generously filled, and finished with layered toppings and playful details that push them firmly into dessert territory. Their decorative doughnut took out the top spot at the 2026 South Australian Baking Show, and the range spans classic to creative without losing focus.
Shop 4/10 Main Road, Belair
If your sweet tooth is wanting more after checking out our favourite spots for doughnuts in Adelaide, then continue the sugar-filled love with a spot of dessert! From the best bakeries in town, to a fabulous high tea affair, or maybe a spot of brunch with the girls, the city is brimming with spectacular treats.
