Dough Joy has been one of my favorite spots for a long time, but the Ballard location truly stands out as something special. While every Dough Joy shop brings its own charm, this one consistently feels like the perfect combination of great food, great people, and a genuinely warm atmosphere. The staff at this location are, without question, the absolute best. Every time I walk in, they’re incredibly friendly, upbeat, and genuinely helpful, which makes each visit something I actually look forward to rather than just a quick stop for coffee or a treat. Their positive energy really sets the tone and makes the shop live up to its name — it’s always a joy to come in.
And of course, the doughnuts themselves never disappoint. Dough Joy is known for amazing flavors and textures, but the fritters here have become my personal favorite. The blueberry fritter especially is unbelievably good — perfectly sweet, deliciously fruity, and always fresh. I keep hoping one day they’ll introduce a recovery or marionberry version, because I would be first in line to try it.
The coffee at this location is also consistently great, which makes it an easy choice when I want both a delicious drink and a sweet treat. Overall, this Ballard shop is a standout, and I recommend it wholeheartedly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blueberry Fritter
Em V
This is one of my favorite locations of Dough Joy. The staff is always friendly, the place is clean, and the overall vibe is great. It’s a pretty popular location, though, so if you show up closer to closing time the selection can be a bit limited.
FYI - It’s especially perfect in the summertime…you can sit outside under the big tree, enjoy the breeze and do some great people-watching. The only downside is that parking can be a little tough, but it’s worth the effort once you’re there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Apple Fritter, Maple Bar, Chocoholic, Basic B
Barb Bellan
The donuts were delicious.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meghann Oudman
Best gf donuts EVER !!!! 🍩❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut
Erica X.
Tasty donuts and friendly staff. They have a good selection of flavors available. The apple cider donut was perfect for fall. Would come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Moriah Ge
I went in this morning with some unusual dietary restrictions and had to ask a lot of questions about the ingredients to see if I could eat them or not. While it did turn out that I was unable to, the service was so incredible! They called the bakers to check on the ingredients for me for almost 20 minutes. When it turned out I couldn’t they were so kind as to give me a bunch of recommendations for other bakery’s they knew of that might be able to accommodate me. The service was so above and beyond I was really impressed and appreciated it a lot. My husband was able to get a coffee and a doughnut and loved both of them as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut
Cece Mclaughlin
Went on Sunday morning 9/14 - the staff was so cool and friendly. I have celiac and they were extremely helpful. The person ringing me up had a dope wolf shirt and outfit and was especially kind. Keep up the good work! I used to work in this same space back when it was a cupcake royale while I was in college so it's awesome to see that there's still a cute dessert shop there with great people working.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
omgsars
Stopped in finally earlier this year and was very impressed with the selection and quality of the doughnuts. Went with non-vegan friends and couple times now and they always say the doughnuts are amazing too. Seasonal flavours makes for good variety when going back. I've only been to the location in Ballard, parking has been not bad each time, never had an issue getting a seat to enjoy our doughnuts. Have always had friendly staff and the location is decorated very cute.
Sarliz5248
Stopped in finally earlier this year and was very impressed with the selection and quality of the doughnuts. Went with non-vegan friends and couple times now and they always say the doughnuts are amazing too. Seasonal flavours makes for good variety when going back. I've only been to the location in Ballard, parking has been not bad each time, never had an issue getting a seat to enjoy our doughnuts. Have always had friendly staff and the location is decorated very cute.
vanisvegan
Stopped in finally earlier this year and was very impressed with the selection and quality of the doughnuts. Went with non-vegan friends and couple times now and they always say the doughnuts are amazing too. Seasonal flavours makes for good variety when going back. I've only been to the location in Ballard, parking has been not bad each time, never had an issue getting a seat to enjoy our doughnuts. Have always had friendly staff and the location is decorated very cute.
The donuts here are AMAZING. Great texture and flavor, with a bunch of great types to choose from. I got the vanilla biscoff donut and it was really delicious!
ryan
perfect old fashioneds for an old man like me. 🚀 🐐
Caitlin Conley
The fritters here are the best thing - the blueberry fritter is one of the best I’ve had. I haven’t really been blown away by the rest of their donuts in general, but they do have fun flavors and good to grab a dozen to share with friends. Also love that the default for espresso drinks is oat milk - big fun of the iced oat latte.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Apple Fritter, Blueberry Fritter
Olivia Pang
Huge selection of uniquely flavored vegan doughnuts, the blueberry fritter was so delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Blueberry Fritter
Sophia Papayova
Great donuts amazing staff..and such a cute looking café
Dough Joy has been one of my favorite spots for a long time, but the Ballard location truly stands out as something special. While every Dough Joy shop brings its own charm, this one consistently feels like the perfect combination of great food, great people, and a genuinely warm atmosphere. The staff at this location are, without question, the absolute best. Every time I walk in, they’re incredibly friendly, upbeat, and genuinely helpful, which makes each visit something I actually look forward to rather than just a quick stop for coffee or a treat. Their positive energy really sets the tone and makes the shop live up to its name — it’s always a joy to come in.
And of course, the doughnuts themselves never disappoint. Dough Joy is known for amazing flavors and textures, but the fritters here have become my personal favorite. The blueberry fritter especially is unbelievably good — perfectly sweet, deliciously fruity, and always fresh. I keep hoping one day they’ll introduce a recovery or marionberry version, because I would be first in line to try it.
The coffee at this location is also consistently great, which makes it an easy choice when I want both a delicious drink and a sweet treat. Overall, this Ballard shop is a standout, and I recommend it wholeheartedly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blueberry Fritter
This is one of my favorite locations of Dough Joy. The staff is always friendly, the place is clean, and the overall vibe is great. It’s a pretty popular location, though, so if you show up closer to closing time the selection can be a bit limited.
FYI - It’s especially perfect in the summertime…you can sit outside under the big tree, enjoy the breeze and do some great people-watching. The only downside is that parking can be a little tough, but it’s worth the effort once you’re there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Apple Fritter, Maple Bar, Chocoholic, Basic B
The donuts were delicious.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best gf donuts EVER !!!! 🍩❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut
Tasty donuts and friendly staff. They have a good selection of flavors available. The apple cider donut was perfect for fall. Would come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went in this morning with some unusual dietary restrictions and had to ask a lot of questions about the ingredients to see if I could eat them or not. While it did turn out that I was unable to, the service was so incredible! They called the bakers to check on the ingredients for me for almost 20 minutes. When it turned out I couldn’t they were so kind as to give me a bunch of recommendations for other bakery’s they knew of that might be able to accommodate me. The service was so above and beyond I was really impressed and appreciated it a lot. My husband was able to get a coffee and a doughnut and loved both of them as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut
Went on Sunday morning 9/14 - the staff was so cool and friendly. I have celiac and they were extremely helpful. The person ringing me up had a dope wolf shirt and outfit and was especially kind. Keep up the good work! I used to work in this same space back when it was a cupcake royale while I was in college so it's awesome to see that there's still a cute dessert shop there with great people working.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped in finally earlier this year and was very impressed with the selection and quality of the doughnuts. Went with non-vegan friends and couple times now and they always say the doughnuts are amazing too. Seasonal flavours makes for good variety when going back. I've only been to the location in Ballard, parking has been not bad each time, never had an issue getting a seat to enjoy our doughnuts. Have always had friendly staff and the location is decorated very cute.
Stopped in finally earlier this year and was very impressed with the selection and quality of the doughnuts. Went with non-vegan friends and couple times now and they always say the doughnuts are amazing too. Seasonal flavours makes for good variety when going back. I've only been to the location in Ballard, parking has been not bad each time, never had an issue getting a seat to enjoy our doughnuts. Have always had friendly staff and the location is decorated very cute.
Stopped in finally earlier this year and was very impressed with the selection and quality of the doughnuts. Went with non-vegan friends and couple times now and they always say the doughnuts are amazing too. Seasonal flavours makes for good variety when going back. I've only been to the location in Ballard, parking has been not bad each time, never had an issue getting a seat to enjoy our doughnuts. Have always had friendly staff and the location is decorated very cute.
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The donuts here are AMAZING. Great texture and flavor, with a bunch of great types to choose from. I got the vanilla biscoff donut and it was really delicious!
perfect old fashioneds for an old man like me. 🚀 🐐
The fritters here are the best thing - the blueberry fritter is one of the best I’ve had. I haven’t really been blown away by the rest of their donuts in general, but they do have fun flavors and good to grab a dozen to share with friends. Also love that the default for espresso drinks is oat milk - big fun of the iced oat latte.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Apple Fritter, Blueberry Fritter
Huge selection of uniquely flavored vegan doughnuts, the blueberry fritter was so delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Blueberry Fritter
Great donuts amazing staff..and such a cute looking café
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doughnut, Vanilla Biscoff, Oreo
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