From old-school counters that open before dawn to sourdough and mochi donuts, these five shops make the best donuts in Hamilton. Arrive early: the good ones sell out.
An old-school donut counter on James Street North, Grandad's does the classics right: the walnut crunch and the Ghostbuster are the famous ones. Go early, because the trays sell out, and note the takeout window stays open late Wednesday through Sunday nights.
Donut Monster makes everything from scratch on Locke Street South, with a long list of vegan options. The apple fritter is the headline, the apple cider cake donut is the fall order, and the case changes with the seasons.
Baffico built its name on sourdough, and its sourdough donuts, including the Hamilton C.R.E.A.M., are a destination on King Street East. It is closed Mondays and Tuesdays, so time your run.
Momoco makes chewy mochi donuts in flavours like matcha, ube and black sesame in a small shop on Catharine Street North. The pistachio and white chocolate mochi donut is the signature. Hours are short: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 to 4.
The Donut Stop opens at 4 am on weekdays, frying old-school donuts for Parkdale Avenue's early risers. It is a no-frills counter in the best way: fresh donuts, coffee, and prices from another era.
