Ahhhh, the doughnut. In no other delicious treat will you find the perfect combination of sweet, cakey, frosted goodness — in a variety of sprinkles, toppings, and fillings. Fear not, doughnut lovers, as we are here to tell you about the best places in the area to stock up on these delicious treats, no matter what variety you’re craving. Here is a list of the best doughnuts in Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, and beyond.
Hoboken
Alfalfa | 1110 Washington Street, Hoboken + 160 1st Street, Jersey City
This Washington Street salad shop now sells completely gluten-free doughnuts. With lots of fun flavors and varieties to choose from, this is a great place to go for both a guilt-free and delicious treat. PS: Alfalfa is opening up its second Hoboken location later this month — read more about the expansion here.
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Brandon’s Donuts | 310 Sinatra Drive
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Brandon’s Donuts recently made the move from Brooklyn to Hoboken, and will operate out of The Ainsworth and have a doughnut cart running up and down the Hoboken waterfront. Doughnut options include flavors like The Cool Girl PB+T (a peanut butter and jelly doughnut infused with peanut butter tequila), Strawberry Shortcake, and Chocolate Banna, among other options.
Dipped N’ Smashed | 91 Washington Street
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Dipped N’ Smashed is the sister spot of a Cliffside Park-based, build-your-own doughnut shop called Dipped Doughnuts. The Hoboken location differs from its sister outpost with a menu featuring smashed burgers, hot dogs, and milkshakes, in addition to build-your-own doughnuts. Guests can choose one coating, one topping, and one drizzle for their doughnut, with each category having at least five options (but usually, more).
Do Good Donuts | Pop-Up
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Hoboken resident Emily Wirt is behind Do Good Donuts, a pop-up doughnut shop. Emily donates a portion of the proceeds to local charities. Keep up with Emily on Instagram to find out where to get doughnuts, which can frequently be found at local coffee shops, festivals, and near the PATH station.
Hayley’s Donut | Online
Liz Sperman is the mind behind Hayley’s Donut, a local gluten-free and nut-free doughnut company specializing in artisanal doughnuts. You can find Hayley’s Donut at local businesses and events, where Liz hosts pop-ups. Custom orders are the way to go if you’re looking to get some doughnuts on your own schedule, which you can reach out via email to [email protected].
Hidden Grounds Coffee | 79 Hudson Street + 700 Garden Street, Hoboken + 148 1st Street + 276 1st Street, Jersey City
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With multiple locations in both Hoboken + Jersey City, this coffee shop serves up some unique doughnut flavors. It features Indian-inspired Gulab Jamun doughnuts, with flavors like pistachio, rose, blueberry, and tiramisu.
Jersey City
Krispy Kreme | 95 Christopher Columbus Drive
When you think doughnuts, it’s hard not to have Krispy Kreme come to mind. This iconic, fried-dough staple is essential for filling literally any doughnut craving — from the classic glazed to sea salt caramel filled — and the perfection of getting a dozen means we don’t have to choose.
The Grind Shop | 360 Communipaw Avenue
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This go-to coffee shop serves up vegan doughnuts for $6 each. Pair it with a hot or iced seasonal latte, and you have a delicious morning treat.
Weehawken
Knead Some Love NY | Online
Knead Some Love serves up Indian and American fusion baked goods such as doughnuts and Bundt cakes. Customers can find authentic Indian-inspired flavors like Gulab Jamun, Ras Malai Rabdi, Rose Pistachio, Mango Lassi, and Dark Chocolate Cashew Chikki Praline, among other options.
See More: Where to Find Mochi Doughnuts in North Jersey
Bayonne
Judicke’s | 763 Broadway
No one can deny the power of a Judicke’s doughnut and they are just small enough that you can (maybe) have more than one without really feeling guilty. A sweet combo of fried goodness and chocolate frosting, Judicke’s features season-appropriate sprinkles for all holidays (so your doughnuts are always festive) so go pick up a dozen and thank us later.
Stevens Cooperative School to Host Inaugural Young Women of Color Conference in JC
With International Women's Day quickly approaching, we've been excited to see the local buzz and events popping up all centered around Women's History Month. This year, we wanted to spotlight the first-ever Young Women of Color Conference hosted by Stevens Cooperative School happening on March 8th. Read on to learn more about this Jersey City event.
About The Event
On Saturday, March 8th, 2025, in honor of International Women's Day, the Stevens Cooperative School will host the inaugural Young Women of Color Conference. The event is designed for young women of color in the 6th-10th grade range. The event will create a safe space for young women to explore their identities, connect with others, and hone in on the development of leadership skills.
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In addition to group discussions and workshops, the team at Stevens has also prepared a distinguished lineup of inspiring speakers and panelists. Stevens shared the list of participants via press release which is as follows:
- Shanelle Kaul: CBS News correspondent and anchor of the network’s overnight broadcast, the CBS News Roundup.
- Shakera Rosa: founder of the popular mom blog Mile Square Mommies and creator of J.U.M.P. (Jubilee Urban Melanin Project), a platform celebrating and amplifying Black and Brown voices.
- Raakhee Mirchandani: children’s book author, longtime journalist, and dedicated community leader.
- Alix Zargar: Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn who has worked in both the Domestic Violence Bureau and the Violent Criminal Enterprises Bureau.
- Nisha Vedi Pawar: the creative force behind Love Laugh Mirch, a digital hub celebrating South Asian culture, family, and food.
- Kim Y. Lew: CEO of Columbia Investment Management Company, which manages Columbia University’s endowment, and a former Stevens Board Chair.
- Bernadine So: Executive Assistant to the President of Clearing + Securities Services at DTCC and former Goldman Sachs professional.
- Jahayra Harrell: a serial entrepreneur in the garment industry and founder of Isa de Ponce, a fashion brand honoring Puerto Rican heritage through storytelling and design."
Stevens' Director of Institutional Equity, Margaret Belkhyat also shared via press release that “Our goal is to create a space where young women can see themselves reflected in leadership, share their experiences and build confidence in their voices,” and hopes that this conference will create a "meaningful platform" for "dialogue and personal growth.”
Attending The Event
The Young Women of Color Conference will take place from 8AM-3PM at 100 River Drive South in Jersey City which is close to local transportation. The facility is located within walking distance of the Hoboken Terminal, NJ Transit, NY Waterway, and the Newport PATH Station. Paid parking is also available just across the street at the River Market Garage. The garage can be accessed via 20 North Boulevard in Jersey City. Interested attendees can register for the event here.
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About Stevens Cooperative School
Stevens Cooperative School is a vital part of the local community. Stevens is committed to progressive education and values the importance of an inclusive and diverse learning environment. The school caters to children ranging from Pre-K through 8th grade and aims to equip students with strong critical thinking and leadership skills. Stevens has campuses in both Hoboken (301 Garden Street) and Jersey City (100 River Drive South).
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