Crosstown Shoreditch - Doughnuts & Coffee

The doughnuts are so good - one of the best I’ve ever had. The Tongan vanilla bean glazed doughnut is so sweet and moreish I could have eaten two. It’s not over the top. My partner had the chocolate and banana - this was much richer but equally delicious. The lady who served us was also really friendly.

Located on the busy bumbling Brick lane as we all no parking can be scarce, so I try to go in the evenings or on Sundays to avoid this. This branch can also be hard to find if you’re not looking but it’s near the hot beigal (bagel) shop, I think it’s kinda camouflaged with the graffiti lolz. It’s got a small seating area at the back kind of minimal decor and the also have their own merchandise instore. Needs no intro with the freshly handmade doughnuts made every day (no stale doughnuts here guys) and the ingredients they have chosen these guys have done their research!! Furthermore at this branch even at the late times you can also manage to grab some of the poplar ones. The classic Tongan vanilla glaze needs nothing else added the flavour speaks for itself and you’ll be lapping up every bit of that sugar glaze lolz, raspberry jam ( with freeze dried raspberry also has seeds inside and generously filled to the brim ), cinnamon scroll my personal fave so soft, fluffy with the gooey cinnamon sugar omg don’t get me started again!! For me the price is justified worth every penny so I definitely recommend trying it out, which ones will you go for?

Best donuts! I have at least 1 donut from here per week. The matcha donut and the pandan coconut are hands down the best. All the other donuts are good or okay, and I’ve tried all of them, including the seasonal ones, but I always come back to the matcha (and the pandan when it’s available). The cakey dough and the ganache inside is just heavenly👌

Every year, Crosstown has the pandan doughnut but I kept missing it so this year I made an effort to get it. Initially I attempted to go to the stall at Kings Cross but it didn't seem to exist so went to this branch which even better. Luckily they were still open around 7pm when it gets quiet at Brick Lane. I even got the last pandan doughnut. Overall, I was really impressed with the texture and taste. A bit pricey but I don't usually get their doughnuts only because of the pandan flavour. If they have pandan ice cream, I might consider coming back. Also on their instag, they are promoting their Valentines doughnuts but I didn't see any on this visit.

Popped in here for a cheeky Friday lunch treat. I love the selection of doughnuts, ice-creams and cookies they had. Different flavours and seasonal ones. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Fell in love with the matcha doughnut that had a nice consistency and delicious matcha filling. Very contemporary and sleek interior. Designers did a good job. Will stop by to try others too.

These are my absolute favourite doughnuts - I've never had doughnuts like them! I'm from Norwich, and I've frequently brought back doughnuts to my friends and family as we have nothing like this here. My boyfriend refuses to eat another vanilla glazed doughnut from anywhere else after trying these. A really large range of doughnuts to choose from, and great vegan options too. They are a little expensive, which is their only downfall- but in my opinion they are absolutely worth it. I can't wait to visit again!