The 74 top-rated donuts in Near West Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is maple bacon donuts at Do-Rite Donuts & Chicken (181 N Morgan St), with a flavor score of 95 out of 100 from 33 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
The maple bacon donut features a fluffy base topped with luscious maple frosting and generous pieces of perfectly candied bacon.
The blueberry crumb donut stands out for its moist texture, sweet crumb topping, and tangy blueberry flavor that keeps customers coming back.
Fluffy and delicious gluten-free donuts come in fun flavors like chocolate glaze and birthday cake, impressing even the most discerning palates.
Fluffy, huge vegan donuts with creative flavors like maple cream and Portland cream leave everyone craving more.
The old-fashioned donuts are praised for being light, moist, and flavorful, with unique options like lemon pistachio and blueberry crumble.
Yeast donuts are light and fluffy with delightful textures, while flavors like lemon black lime and cold brew cream impress many.
Crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, the buttermilk old fashioned donut is a top favorite for its rich flavor.
Crispy on the outside and chewy inside, the apple fritters are praised as some of the best in Chicago.
You can crown one per category, so choose wisely.