The 21 top-rated donuts in Uptown, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is donuts (all varieties) at Downstate Donuts (1132 W Wilson Ave), with a flavor score of 92 out of 100 from 338 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Donuts across Chicago→Light, fluffy donuts with creative flavors like sweet potato and cookie crumble impress with their perfect sweetness and moist texture.
Vanilla sour cream donuts are praised for their fluffy texture, light sweetness, and unique flavors, making them a must-try.
Potato donuts are praised for their fluffy texture, unique flavors like miso honey butter, and not being overly sweet.
Miso honey butter donuts are praised for their soft, fluffy texture and unique flavor, balancing sweetness without overpowering the palate.
Sweet potato maple donuts are praised for their moist texture, earthy flavor, and perfectly balanced sweetness with a slight crisp glaze.
You can crown one per category, so choose wisely.