Best Donuts in Bend, Oregon

Bend has a few very different donut lanes. Go classic and old-school, pick a shop with a broad selection, or turn a Central Oregon drive into a bakery stop.

The short version

For a first donut run in Bend, keep it simple:

• Richard’s Donuts & Pastries for the old-school local favorite.
• The Dough Nut when you want more variety or a convenient Bend location.
• Sisters Bakery when you are already heading toward Sisters or want to make the bakery part of the outing.

Freshness and selection matter more with donuts than almost anything else. Go earlier for the best choice.

Best donut shops in Bend

Richard’s Donuts & Pastries

Richard’s is the place we think of when someone asks for a classic Bend donut shop. It is unfussy, local, and especially well known for apple fritters.

Best for: classic donuts and fritters
Local move: bring cash just in case and go earlier in the day
Address: 61419 S Hwy 97, Bend, OR 97702

The Dough Nut

The Dough Nut is the flexible option. It has two Bend locations and a wide enough lineup that it works well when everyone wants something different.

Best for: groups, variety, and a reliable donut run
Locations: Westside on Galveston and Midtown on Greenwood
Official site: The Dough Nut

Coming soon(ish) on Galveston: Powder Hound Doughnuts is building out the old Bo's spot at 1366 NW Galveston Ave, a block from The Dough Nut. It is not open yet. When does Powder Hound open? Here is what we know.

Sweetheart Donuts

Sweetheart has been another Bend option for a broad case of classic donuts. If you are choosing between shops based on a specific flavor, check the current selection before making the drive.

Best for: a traditional mixed dozen
Address: 210 SE 3rd St, Bend, OR 97702

Donuts worth the drive

Sisters Bakery

Sisters Bakery is more than a donut stop, which is exactly why it works so well for visitors. Pair the bakery with coffee and a walk around Sisters and the drive becomes part of the plan.

Best for: maple bars, fritters, pastries, and a Central Oregon morning
Official site: Sisters Bakery

Hot Lava Bakery in Sunriver

If your day is taking you south toward Sunriver, Hot Lava Bakery is the kind of stop that makes more sense than backtracking into Bend just for donuts.

Best for: a Sunriver morning or a southbound day trip
Official site: Hot Lava Bakery

How to choose

You want the local classic

Go to Richard’s. This is the move when you want the kind of donut shop that feels like it has been part of local routines for a long time.

You are buying for six people with six opinions

Go to The Dough Nut. Variety wins here.

You are planning a morning outing

Make Sisters Bakery the destination and build the rest of the morning around Sisters.

You are already headed to Sunriver

Choose Hot Lava Bakery and keep the day moving south.

Donut tips for Bend

• Go early. Selection naturally gets thinner as the morning goes on.
• Do not overthink it. A warm, fresh classic is often better than chasing the most elaborate flavor.
• Use the drive. Sisters and Sunriver bakery stops are best when they fit the rest of your Central Oregon plans.
• Check current hours. Small bakery schedules can change seasonally.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best donut shop in Bend for a first-time visitor?

Richard’s is the best starting point if you want an old-school local favorite. The Dough Nut is easier when variety matters more.

Where can I get an apple fritter in Bend?

Richard’s is the first place we would check. Sisters Bakery is another strong option if you are heading out of town.

What is the best donut stop for a family or group?

The Dough Nut is an easy choice because the selection tends to cover more styles and preferences.

Are there good donuts outside Bend?

Yes. Sisters Bakery and Hot Lava Bakery in Sunriver are both useful additions when your day is already taking you beyond Bend.

Want more sweets?

See our Bend dessert guide for gelato, pastries, ice cream, and after-dinner options.