Broad Street Dough Co

Broad Street Dough Co

Reviews Summary

Consensus: These donuts are exceptional, with nearly unanimous 5-star ratings for their fresh, made-to-order quality, warm texture, and innovative flavors. Customers rave about the crispy exterior and soft interior, extensive gluten-free/vegan options, and friendly, helpful staff. The small size allows for sampling multiple varieties, though some note occasional excessive sweetness. Standouts include the churro cronut bites, Nantucket (caramel sea salt), and Bavarian cream. The shop excels in customization, freshness, and unique creations, making it a must-visit in Encinitas, often called the best donut experience ever. Minor critiques mention unclear restroom signage and occasional WiFi issues.

About This Listing

Has Gluten Free
Has Vegan
Has Chocolate Variety
Has Dairy Free
Has Nut Free
Artisan Made
Family Owned Business
Has Seasonal Products

Who Can Visit?

Most donut shops welcome all ages—perfect for families and kids
Some locations offer sit-down areas, while others are grab-and-go
No prior ordering knowledge needed—staff can help you choose flavors
Casual dress is welcome—some shops may have outdoor seating
Allergy-friendly options may be available (ask in advance)
Group orders and celebrations welcome—pre-orders may be required

*Note: Seating, menu, and accessibility may vary by shop. Contact your local spot for details.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time guests can simply walk in and browse the display or menu. Staff are happy to offer recommendations and explain specialty flavors. Some shops even offer sample bites or combo deals for newcomers.

Common Considerations:

Allergens Some donuts may contain nuts, dairy, or gluten—always ask if unsure
Availability Popular flavors can sell out early, especially on weekends

*Note: Menus and specials may vary. Ask staff or check online for daily options.*

What to Bring

Cash or card—most donut shops accept both, but some are cashless
Phone or camera—perfect for snapping and sharing your sweet finds
Appetite! Fresh donuts are best enjoyed warm and on the spot

*Note: Payment methods and policies vary by location. Check signage or ask staff.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check store hours and peak times—early visits offer the best selection
Call ahead for large orders or special boxes
Bring friends or coworkers—sharing a dozen is half the fun
Dress casually—many shops are walk-up counters or offer outdoor seating
Leave pets at home unless it’s a pet-friendly location
Check for limited-time flavors, holidays specials, or preorder events
Set a treat budget if you’re shopping with kids
Bring a reusable bag or box if buying in bulk

*Note: Each shop may offer different experiences—check social media for updates.*

How to Get Started

Most shops accept walk-ins! For custom orders, pre-ordering is best. Ask about gift boxes or subscription options.

Other Helpful Info

Visits usually take 10–30 minutes, unless you're sitting down to enjoy
Weekends can be busier—plan ahead for quicker service
Seasonal or limited-edition donuts often rotate monthly
Some locations offer donut decorating kits or workshops
Gift cards, boxes, and party platters are often available

*Note: Features, pricing, and offerings vary by donut shop. Always check ahead.*

Features

Has Gluten Free
Has Vegan
Has Chocolate Variety
Has Dairy Free
Has Nut Free
Artisan Made
Family Owned Business
Has Seasonal Products

Contact Information

Address

967 S Coast Hwy 101 Ste 109B

Encinitas, California 92024

Hours

Monday 8AM-4:30PM
Tuesday 8AM-4:30PM
Wednesday 8AM-4:30PM
Thursday 8AM-4:30PM
Friday 8AM-6PM
Saturday 8AM-6PM
Sunday 8AM-4:30PM

Customer Reviews

Best and freshest made to order doughnuts for any occasion!! Pictures don't do justice for how beautiful and tasteful their creations are. Go check them out, they won?t disappoint on customer service, turn around, taste and texture! We probably eat these once a week. Do yourself a favor. Lot?s of health restriction options as well :) no excuses

We love Broad St Dough Co, and knew we wanted them to cater donuts for our son's birthday party. He had a Little Blue Truck themed party, and Broad St totally nailed the decorations. I am so impressed! We are so grateful that they offer gluten/vegan donut options, since we have a gluten allergy in the family. I can't say enough great things about Broad St. Dough Co!

Great donut with a huge selection! The donuts are made to order and are really yummy when eaten warm. I'm both dairy and gluten free and many (if not all) can be made vlugen! Definitely recommend if you have dietary restrictions.

Best Gluten Free Donuts!! The donuts are fresh and warm and they can make most of the donuts gluten free. They have so many options. The gluten free donuts aren't dense, they're light and very moist! The service was great too, they were very helpful and willing to explain the menu. Will be back if I'm in the area again.

Good luck eating just one gluten-free donut, we failed, and failed, and failed one more time before we even made it to the car. Yes, their GF donuts are that good, but expensive. Each base of the donut is the same, the topping are consistently the same, and each donut has a unique flavor. Our custard style donuts absorbed the moisture and broke apart quickly, so each them first.

I am not a fan of cake donuts, but because these are made to order, it?s probably one of the best cake donuts I?ve had. Donuts are totally customized- so if you need it gluten free, they?ve got you. The cashiers are extremely patient and wonderful at describing the different donuts. We tried the Nantucket cake donut (sea salt & caramel) and the Bavarian filled-Cronut trio. Both were tasty. Our experience was great and I?m glad we went out of our way to try Broad Street Dough. They are smaller donuts, whic

I love this place, I got the blueberry bliss and they made it to order, and it was ready in no time at all! Really tasted delicious and the service was awesome.

The donut are freshly made when u order. My donut was kind of small for the price. The flavor was okay because it tasted really oily. The cashier was extremely helpful in explaining their concept n which flavor was most popular

Incredible donuts and I really appreciate that they have such a large selection of gluten-free options. More than half of their donut creations can be done gluten-free! The staff is very friendly. The Wi-Fi was either slow or not working.

How big is your sweet tooth? Having a dairy allergy and a pretty big sweet tooth, I think this place was made for me. I got the Balboa, because vegan Bavarian cream is a rare find. The donuts really pack a sugary punch! The staff was very helpful, generous, and kind. Excited to see their other locations are closer to home for us!

I came here for the gluten free donuts. The flavors were great, but unfortunately had the same issues that most gf donuts have, which is that the consistency of the donut dough is more that of a muffin than a donut. It?s crumbly and kind of melt in your mouth texture. I will probably not come back. JD Flannel is the only donut place that has a legit donut texture on their gluten free donuts.

First off I?d like to thank the sweet cashier for her patience, there?s so many flavors it?s really hard to decide! I ended up sharing 6 with my bf. The Island Broad (lemon, coconut), Nantucket (caramel, sea salt) and Broadwalk (vanilla, sprinkles) were my top favorites but I didn?t try any I didn?t like. The donuts are also served hot which makes them extra delicious. Definitely give them a try!

Broad Street's Dough delivers an unforgettable doughnut experience with their freshly made to order treats. Here's what makes them stand out: The doughnuts are a testament to what fresh ingredients and beautiful presentation can achieve. Each bite reveals a perfect balance of a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. The doughnuts are made on the spot, ensuring they are always warm and fresh. When I picked up the box the donuts were warm. One of the highlights of Broad Street?s Dough is the range of

Donuts were delicious! I would recommend highly, especially if you have dietary restrictions. Service was very friendly and super efficient! (Oops! My son got a hold of my phone and marked a low review before. Posting this new review now.)

Very cool concept of specialty made donuts that are made to order. They come out hot and fresh. The donuts overall tasted really good. Some of them were a little much in terms of sweetness but we kind of expected it based on what the donut was. You can get the classic donuts which have a range of awesome flavors or the daily creations that change.

Loved these donuts. Very fresh and tasty. Great variety of options and explanations of all the different fun and creative donut choices. Even though there were so many choices my favorite was the cinnamon sugar. Will definitely be going back.

Amazing experience! Warm welcome & friendly staff who was happy to answer all our questions. We ordered a variety of regular, gluten free & vegan donuts. They All were delicious. They have so many fun flavors that we left wanting to try them all! Highly recommend!

So after reading an article 2 days ago that one of the best donut shops in the country was close to my home and never been there. Today I decided to drive there with my kids to try them. First the donut variations and flavors are not only very unique but menu makes you want to try them all. They are freshly made and they not only look good aesthetically but they taste delicious! The staff was super friendly and explained about all the different types. My youngest kid said after finishing her 2 donuts, "this

One of the best donuts ?? I?ve ever had! The Blueberry ?? white powered sugar was so soft and fluffy and warm straight out of the oven ! Definitely come and try this place out ! You won?t regret it !

Best doughnuts in California! I tried the strawberry fields for my first doughnut, then ended up ordering two more! It?s quick, delicious and if you have the money, definitely worth it. Staff are AMAZING. Would definitely drive two hours for these again.

$3+ for a doughnut thats like a 5/10 doughnut. I threw my doughnut away. Place sucks. Beignets are good though, but not enough to make a trip worth it.

Simply the most delicious donuts in the world. Tremendously friendly as well. Get the churro bites.

Delicious fresh hot donuts made to order. So many flavors to choose from. The staff was very friendly and helpful. This was my 1st time stopping in. I will definitely be going back.

Best variety of flavors and styles of donuts that I hace ever come across. They are not huge donuts either so you can try a few without feeling too guilty haha. I love this place. The service was great and the donuts were made fresh and brought out to me quickly. Stopped by on national donut day and they gave me a free one with my order!

Love these donuts. The first time, I rode my bike for 15 miles to get a box. Rode back home and enjoyed every bite. They make a large variety of gluten-free donuts. I have been coming here for years and try different donuts, including for the holidays.

The cinnamon sugar donut was awesome. They serve it fresh and warm. They have a wide range of tastes and some daily specials. The collection of photos of the donuts on the wall helps you figure out which ones to order. You can choose gluten free and vegan options, too. The size of the donuts are smaller than usual. Their Blood orange and earl grey tea have good taste and quality. Having friendly staff is a big plus.

The donuts and the staff were amazing. My kids loved the place and all the innovative donuts. Dinged two stars on atmosphere because the complex doesn?t have clearly marked restrooms and my kids needed to wash their sticky hands. The landlord should be ashamed.

Absolutely delicious donuts! They were made to order, so freshness is guaranteed. When I received my box of donuts, opened the lid, the aroma was just wow. I bought half a dozen of donuts. The donuts were so soft and delicious. The powdered one was surprisingly not overly sweet. It was perfect. The glazed donut was great. The chocolate one tasted chocolatey. The chai town had a little chai flavor, which was still good. Nantucket was perfect. The sweetness and the saltiness balanced out. The Monmouth was su

The beignet cronut, powdered donut, sprinkled donut and chocolate caramel drizzle with banana cream filling were all extremely delicious. Having the donuts served warm took it to the next level. Best donuts I?ve had in SD.

Delicious, made-to-order donuts? Glad we met you guys out in Palm Springs cos? we remembered to stop by in Encinitas! Plenty of vegan or gluten-free options too which is nice when you indulge on sugary pastries i must say! Highly recommend. Keep up the good work and hopefully you can open a branch in France someday ??

My son and I enjoyed our visit to the Broad Street Dough Co. on Friday. There was no line, and the service was prompt. The young woman who helped us was friendly, and our donuts both tasted good. They had ice water available, which was great. The donuts were quite small for the price, though (compare to those of the Donut Bar in SD, for example) and for that reason they lose one star in my book. They certainly were fresh, but I'd just love a larger donut if I'm spending $2.50 or so per. Other than that, tho

5 stars all day long. Custom ordered doughnuts come out hot and fresh. Tons and I mean tons of Vegan and Gluten Free options. Honestly this is an amazing find ? can?t believe it took so long to come here. They have a few dozen options available, and everyone enjoyed the doughnuts. This place is incredible.

a must if you are in the encinitas/san diego area. every donut is made fresh and is absolutely delicious! definitely order the churro bites and dirty chai latte. joe and the rest of the staff were so nice and welcoming. will 100% be returning on my next vacation to san diego!

the donuts were good but really small. the drink i got was a matcha latte but it was basically sweet milk. i was genuinely shocked they served us this at all. staff seemed fine but the girl at the counter seemed over it.

Most incredible donuts I've ever had in my existence. Crazy combinations and something for everyone. They make each donut right in front of you so it can't get more fresh. Their toppings make for some beautiful donuts and they aren't super massive so you can have a couple and not feel like a nap afterwards. I HIGHLY recommend.

Absolutely wonderful staff! Genuinely friendly, extremely professional & uncommonly helpful!! They truly rock but the REAL star of the place is the fresh made donuts!!!! You order whatever from an extensive menu of deliciously delightful & delectable treats that run the gamut from much-loved basics to spectacular originals and then?VIOLA!!! They make your order right then and minutes later you are biting into a fantastic, fresh-made-just-for-you donut that I don?t have the vernacular to justify!! You can ch

Excellent service and even better donuts! Super cute shop and so many different cool flavors of donut. Made right in front of you, warm and fresh. Didn't even plan to go there, but after a chilly and rainy morning it caught our eye and there were no regrets!!

These are the best donuts I have ever tasted. We ordered 2 glaze, 2 strawberry jam, 2 choc. Super friendly staff, and really quick. Amazing that it is gluten free and vegan, almost impossible to believe given how good the donuts are.

I can't even find the right words to type out. This locally family owned donut shop is the real deal. The donuts are fresh and the best we have ever had. The options are endless and if you need help picking something out they will gladly help!! We got a 6 pack and some glazed cronuts. We will definitely be visiting this place each time we are in California. And mega bonus points for spelling my daughter's name right on the order without even asking for the spelling!!! If I could give 100 stars I would!!! If

Great place! They hand make them while you are waiting, can not get fresher than that Beautiful decor and smell amazing. They are dog friendly too. The menu is very extensive and they all look beautiful and tasty. It is a family owned business, come and try some of the donuts. They have a lot of coffee too.

Seen this place on the news. So I had to give it a try. All the doughnuts looked delicious. I drove over an hour to try them. They did not disappoint! They had so many variety?s and are made hot to order. The people inside are amazing! They are so personable and fun! Thanks for making my trip extra special! Will be back! Yummmmmm!!!

I can see how the line can get long when they make each order fresh. If you can't handle lines go early but it would be worth it regardless. Had a mix of regular and gluten free donuts as well as cronuts. They were all marvelous.

This place is probably the cutest donut shop ever! I didn?t know this place existed until this Yelp perk! It?s super close to work also!! I came in to get my elite perk and also support the company while making the team happy with some donuts. When I walked in and told them my plan the owner asked if I was working at the hospital and I said yes, he responded with ?I?ll match what you guys get.? I was so thrown back! We were here getting donuts to support their company and he turns out and gives back to us!

Freshly made to order lavish doughnuts. Not often you can find the taste or warm fresh dough that also comes in a variety of unique flavors. Got the St. Patricks special flavors. Service was super friendly. In some ways it's probably ultimately good for me that I live on the opposite coast so I don't overeat these doughnuts. My kids loved them as well, perfect sizing for them.

Fantastically fresh, made to order donuts. Friendly people working here too. Donuts are like magic they disappear to your stomach so quickly, dieters beware!

These donuts are awesome! So many choices they have there normally menu and so many other specials. Donuts are prepared to order so they are served not just warm but hot! So delicious.

Super friendly staff, and fluffy crispy donuts. It's awesome that they are glazed to order. There's so many options to choose from you'll have a hard time being able to choose just one favorite. The fair haven and the smores galore were particular winners for us. Definitely will be making multiple return trips.

Made fresh to order! Vegan, gluten free, or regular. It's not just a doughnut, it's an experience! If you like delicious hot doughnuts, give this place a try

Great doughnut shop on S Highway 101 in Encinitas. Everything is made to order fast and fresh. Frosting is made fresh daily. Many flavors to choose from. Worth a visit. We will be back.

Love donuts? This place is a must stop for breakfast and foodies. They offer the standard donuts with the menu and the photo on the back wall. The special donuts are on the counter and there are soo many to select from! They?re made fresh and made to order. If you can handle the sugar - you won?t be disappointed.

Absolutely insane!! These donuts are hot, fresh and extremely delicious! Highly recommend! Can?t wait to come try more flavors! We got a strawberry glaze, banana cream and some crazy delicious mix!

The doughnuts were fresh and so good!...the people were very nice

The best part about this shop is the creativity and diversity of flavors. You've got a LOT to pick from. Additionally, the staff was super friendly and accommodating when I asked for recommendations. The donuts were served quick and warm, and the price was on par with what I expected. I highly recommend this place.

Arguably (with myself) the best donuts I've ever consumed. I love all the options, flavors, variations. Made to order, it doesn't get fresher. An absolute must in Encinitas.

Wow! What an incredible find for a gluten and dairy free family (plus one member that can eat anything haha)! They are fresh and made to order! It has a very fun vibe and the guys working today were engaging, knowledgeable, and very conscious of allergens/intolerances!

Very yummy donuts! I love they have mini donuts so you can try different flavors.

If you are looking for a yummy, gluten free option for a donut- look no further! This was the best gluten free donut I?ve ever had. Gluten free and yummy don?t often go together but at Board Street Dough Co it does!

Great service and delicious donuts! Staff is friendly giving us lots of recommendations for our day trip. We tried a few donuts and each was top tier!

Broad Street Donuts is a dream for donut lovers?so many options, and every single one is a winner. Made fresh to order, the donuts come out warm and perfectly fluffy. Whether you're grabbing a classic or one of their creative twists, you really can't go wrong. Plus, their vegan options are just as delicious, which is a big bonus for anyone with a dairy allergy like me. It?s the kind of spot where you end up wanting to try everything on the menu. If you?re into variety and great flavors, this place is a must

Omgosh My husband and I (from Ahwatukee, AZ) thoroughly enjoyed a boston cream and raised glaze doughnut that was freshly made, Yes, Freshly made and the best tasting ever! Can't wait to come back to Cali for more!

Donuts were freshly made, hot and delicious, and plenty of flavors and gluten free options. Staff was really friendly? especially Joseph, who made us feel so welcome and after a conversation about cannolis even took the time to make and give us one in addition to our order. Will definitely come back!

Just rode past on my bike and stopped in for a quick doughnut. Was I in for a surprise!!! The nicest dude ever works there and hooked me up with a blueberry glaze in addition to the regular glazed I ordered. Best doughnut of my life, super friendly staff, and they are each made fresh. I can?t wait to go back with friends and try more flavors - go to this place!!!!

Never been a big fan of donuts but this place was really good. Donuts are fresh and not too sweet. Would definitely come back for seconds.

Broad Street Dough Co. has the freshest doughnuts with amazing flavors! Their warm, made-to-order treats never disappoint.

Dare I say, this is the best specialty doughnut shop in all of San Diego. Made fresh to order, the selections are to die for. ?? We love the vibe of the shop and the customer service was great. This is a hidden gem! We ordered the strawberry fields, s'mores galore, and their churro cronut. I cried from the sheer deliciousness and went into a moment of euphoria. ??

We tried the s?mores, the Cookie Monster, the cookies and cream bites and the chai latte, everything was really good, every bite has a lot of flavor. The attention of Joseph was awesome.

Awesome, came out hot still, ordered 3 and cold brew- we loved it all and would get the same ones again, maple, chai, and powdered sugar. Second visit tried salted caramel covered in glaze!

So fun! The owner was managing the front counter and was super helpful and friendly. The sign out by the road that reads ?FRESH HOT DONUTS / MADE TO ORDER drew us in. A very decadent and delicious treat at 4:00 pm, but hey, we justified this indulgence by reminding ourselves that we just ?rode? E-bikes for 10 miles ????. If you are near by definitely stop in for a treat. They get busy - but being made to order and served warm are worth the wait! Bon app?tit

This is the place with the BEST doughnuts. They make them right when you order them so they are really warm and soft when they get them. This place knows what they?re doing!

A must stop if you?re driving the scenic highway! The doughnuts are made fresh to order. The staff were great and helpful since this was my first time. They?re small enough to get a few. I enjoyed a red velvet and a classic chocolate.

Absolutely wonderful staff! The vegan doughnuts are AWAYS free and warm!! I bought a few dozen for my son?s class. My teenager isn?t vegan and picks these donuts over Krispy Kreme. Great treat for the beach across the street!

This is part of a family owned set of shops. We met the brothers, we were unbelievably friendly and helpful. We stop at doughnut shops all over, everywhere we go. Out of 7 states and at least 40+ doughnut shops tried, Broad Street has hands down some of the best doughnuts we have tried to date. There was nothing they made that we didn't throughly enjoy.

The first time in my life that I did not finish a donut! Initially I was optimistic because the donuts looked so tasty. I ordered a jelly donut which came warm. Again I was optimistic. But when I tasted the donut it was bland and the jelly tasted fake. Very little flavor. This was my first visit to Broad Street and will be my last. I brought the unfinished donut back and told the the sales associate my concerns. They said they were sorry. Me too!

The donuts are beautiful, fun flavours and delicious. One of the best donut shops I?ve ever been to.

The doughnuts came out nice and warm. All of the flavors were unique and delicious. Specialty doughnuts cost more.

Staff was very friendly and helpful - the best part of the experience. The coffee was good but the doughnuts were the best - they're made fresh! The place doesn't have bathrooms and could use better seating options, but it's worth visiting if you're in the area!

Delicious, always our go-to when we're in Encinitas

Donuts are so delicious made to order. Great works an amazing place definitely recommend!

A very fun doughnut place that can basically make any donut you want, made to order! I enjoyed their glaze but their doughnut is a bit too doughy/cakey for me. $2 for a single donut so prices aren?t bad but I probably wouldn?t come back.

I love this place! The donuts are unique and delicious and the portions and variety are perfect. I order regularly for catered seminars and they are always a hit. They also have great customer service and are always nice and reliable. Prices are reasonable too! Highly recommend!

This donut shop is totally worth it. I?m not a big donut shopper, but this place makes your donut to order?as in, fries it to order! It?s amazingly fresh. I highly recommend for its quality! The worst thing that could go wrong is that you try a flavor you dislike, but the donut itself will be amazing! I really like the Nutella filled triangle one topped with chocolate chips! Definitely 5 stars for taste ??

I ordered a Boston Cream type donut here. I had high expectations being from NJ where great, fresh, fully stuffed donuts are common. This place pleasantly exceeded my expectations! Just wish they had chocolate cream filled with powered sugar on outside.

Love love love this place. Donuts are made fresh and made to order. Girlfriend needs gluten-free, dairy-free options, so she thought donuts were a thing of the past. Not so! Broad Street has many selections that meet all of her dietary needs, and they are delicious! We met the owners and they're super nice, super cool. Such a good experience here that I feel like I want to continue supporting them, albeit selfishly because I get to keep going back for more delicious donuts.

All their donuts are made fresh and warm -- great selection of special creations and regulars...I'd never seen the term "vlugen"- for vegan and gluten free options. Service is friendly (they noticed my wife enjoying her donut so much, they brought her another to try for free.) A great find in my ongoing search for great donuts across America.

I was impressed. I had this donuts one time from a friend and they were goos but having them hot on the spot its another story as they come out hot. Definitely a place to go back. Please try the churro bites

Visited this location today... staff is extremely friendly and pleasant... Coffee was on par, and the doughnuts are delicious ... will continue to visit here for the rest of our visit!

Honestly the best maple bar I?ve ever had. Not only was the donut warm but the glaze was too. Absolutely delicious!

The Churro Cronut bites are amazing. The Beignet Cronut bites are better than Disneyland Beignets.

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